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Seattle Municipal Archives Finding Aids

City planning -- Washington (State) -- Seattle

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 61 Collections and/or Records:

Board of Adjustment Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1640-01
Abstract

Minutes and agendas of public hearings held by the Board of Adjustment regarding conditional use, variance, and special exception applications.

Dates: 1957-1975

Board of Adjustment Reports

 Series
Identifier: 1640-04
Abstract

Copies of Board reports to City Council, including report letters to City Council and appeals to Council of Board actions, as well as statistical breakdowns of the type of appeals.

Dates: 1957-1979

Central Area Neighborhood District Coordinator Records

 Series
Identifier: 5752-13
Abstract

Records documenting the activities of the Central District neighborhood coordinator.

Dates: 1986-2017

Community Engagement Coordinator Records

 Series
Identifier: 5751-13
Abstract

Records documenting the work of the Community Engagement Coordinator.

Dates: 1993 - 2017; Majority of material found within 2000-2014

Community Renewal Program Atlases

 Series — Box 0
Identifier: 1642-16
Abstract

Land use and census data maps illustrating Seattle's housing and population characteristics during the early 1960s.

Dates: 1960-1963

Community Renewal Program Records

 Series
Identifier: 1642-04
Abstract

Records of Frank McChesney from his work with Seattle's Community Renewal Program (CRP). McChesney was the first project director of CRP and later served as Senior Urban Renewal Planner for the City.

Dates: 1959-1971

Jim Compton Electronic Correspondence

 Series
Identifier: 4620-01
Abstract

This series includes general correspondence from councilmember Jim Compton and his Legislative Assistant Linda Robson.

Dates: 2002-2005

Jim Compton Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4620-02
Abstract

Correspondence, memoranda, reports, notes, City Council briefings, and press clippings relating to issues before the Seattle City Council during Compton's tenure. Major topics of interest to Compton were technology and public safety.

Dates: 1995-2006

Department of Community Development Director's Records

 Series
Identifier: 1600-03
Abstract

Working papers, correspondence, and subject files of Department of Community Development directors. Includes memoranda, notes, and reports relating to project and program development and City planning. Major issues covered include housing, economic development, neighborhood revitalization, urban renewal, and downtown planning.

Dates: 1970-1991; 1976-1991

Unity 71 Project Records

 Series
Identifier: 1624-06
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, minutes, and maps relating to the Unity 71 Project, an urban development project in Seattle's Central Area, 1970-1972.

Dates: 1970-1972

Department of Planning and Development Director’s Office Electronic Correspondence

 Series
Identifier: 2000-03
Abstract

The email correspondence and related attachments of department directors and assistant directors.

Dates: 2006-2016

Rosemary Horwood Records

 Series
Identifier: 1612-05
Abstract

Records relating to Seattle's Model Cities program.

Dates: 1957-1971

Rob Johnson Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4641-02
Abstract

Records related to Rob Johnson's tenure as a Seattle City Councilmember, with special emphasis on land use and zoning issues.

Dates: 2011-2019; Majority of material found within 2016-2019

Paul Kraabel Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4647-02
Abstract

Records documenting Paul Kraabel's tenure on the Seattle City Council from 1975-1991.

Dates: 1972-1991; 1980-1989

Lake City Neighborhood District Coordinator Records

 Series
Identifier: 5752-15
Abstract

Records documenting the activities of the North District neighborhood coordinator.

Dates: 1982-2010; Majority of material found within 1999-2010

Mayor's Office Central Files

 Series
Identifier: 5200-07
Abstract

Central file created and maintained by the Office of the Mayor.

Dates: 1979-2002

Cathy Moore Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4656-02
Abstract

Records from Cathy Moore's office from her time serving on Seattle City Council.

Dates: 2018-2025; Majority of material found within 2024-2025

Morgan, 1974-2010

 Sub-Series
Identifier: 04
Scope and Contents note From the Series: Correspondence, memoranda, surveys, reports, studies, and hearings materials generated by City Council's central staff analysts in support of the Council's legislative activities. Primary subjects relate to the major functions and issues of City government including land use, public utilities management, housing, human services, public safety, traffic and transportation, comprehensive planning, parks and recreation, arts and cultural affairs, economic development, environment and...
Dates: 1974-2010

Municipal Art Commission Minutes

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 1652-01
Abstract

Proceedings of Municipal Art Commission meetings, 1955-1969.

Dates: 1955-1969

Municipal Art Commission Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 1652-02
Abstract

The Municipal Art Commission Subject Files, 1955-1969, contain correspondence, memoranda, reports, and press clippings relating to the programs, activities, and administration of the Commission.

Dates: 1955-1969

Municipal News

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 9905-01
Scope and Contents note

Semi-monthly newsletter on local government. Many missing issues. Topics include local government at the city, county and state levels. Coverage of activity in all departments on topics ranging from traffic to elections. The last issue of each year contains an index.

Dates: 1920-1972

Judy Nicastro Subject Files

 Series — Box 0
Identifier: 4661-02
Scope and Contents note Correspondence, memoranda, reports, and notes relating to issues before the City Council during Nicastro's four-year tenure on the Seattle City Council and reflecting her interests and activities while on the Council. Subjects include civil rights, economic development, education, City finance and budget, housing, land use, urban development, interdepartmental affairs, neighborhoods, parks and recreation, public safety, health and social services, technology, transportation, and public...
Dates: 1999-2003

Northeast Neighborhood District Coordinator Records

 Series
Identifier: 5752-14
Abstract

Records documenting the activities of the Northeast District neighborhood coordinator.

Dates: 1970-2016; Majority of material found within 1990-2010

Office of Urban Conservation Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 5754-01
Abstract

Materials documenting projects and concerns of the Office of Urban Conservation, a City of Seattle historic preservation agency.

Dates: 1974-2006

People's Academy for Community Engagement Records

 Series
Identifier: 5751-14
Abstract

Records documenting the People's Academy for Community Engagement (PACE).

Dates: 2012 - 2016

Pike Place Project Hillclimb Corridor Records

 Series
Identifier: 1628-03
Abstract

Records of a project to make public improvements to Seattle's Pike Place Market.

Dates: 1975-1978

Planned Unit Development Applications

 Series
Identifier: 1650-19
Abstract

Applications, correspondence, plan reviews, staff analysis, recommendations, and other materials relating to the development of housing units for the Planning Commission's Planned Unit Development Program.

Dates: 1963-1978

Planning Commission Photographs

 Series
Identifier: 1650-14
Abstract

Planning Commission Photographs depict Seattle neighborhoods, roads, parks, and marinas; also included are photographs of display materials and photographs related to land use.

Dates: 1945-1957

Planning Commission Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 6200-03
Abstract

Records of the Planning Commission from after the 1980 reorganization.

Dates: 1980-2003

Planning, Land Use & Sustainability Committee Records

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4665-05
Scope and Contents Note

Records from the 2014 Planning, Land Use & Sustainability Committee meetings. Includes discussion on land use and rezoning, micro-housing, and workforce housing among many other topics. Supporting documents include reports, public statements, and printed presentations.

Dates: 2014-2015

A.R. Redburn Records

 Series
Identifier: 1650-05
Abstract

Correspondence and files of the Planning Commission's assistant director for administration.

Dates: 1951-1974

Rezoning Records

 Series
Identifier: 1650-18
Abstract

Working files maintained by the City Planning Commission for proposed rezones.

Dates: 1955-1975

Improving the Waterfront Student Project

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 5274-18
Abstract

Presentation book about waterfront planning prepared by elementary school students.

Dates: 1982

Seattle 2000 Commission Task Force Meetings

 Series
Identifier: 9377-02
Abstract

Meeting summaries for task forces of the Seattle 2000 Commission, which set goals for the city for the year 2000.

Dates: 1973

Citywide Planning Projects Records

 Series
Identifier: 6310-04
Abstract

Planning files concerning general zoning, environmental and other issues.

Dates: 1975-1999; Majority of material found within 1983-1994

Seattle Commons Project Records

 Series
Identifier: 6320-01
Abstract

Planning records for the Seattle Commons.

Dates: 1963-2001; 1993-1995

Building Department Joint Meeting Records

 Series
Identifier: 1650-22
Abstract

Records of meetings concerning Seattle's zoning code.

Dates: 1958-1976

Department of Community Development Downtown Projects Records

 Series
Identifier: 1612-08
Abstract

Records documenting community development projects in Seattle's downtown area.

Dates: 1970-1993

Department of Community Development Housing and Neighborhood Development Central Files

 Series
Identifier: 1620-02
Abstract

Records documenting urban renewal and neighborhood development projects.

Dates: 1960-1979

Department of Community Development Neighborhood Planning Records

 Series
Identifier: 1623-01
Abstract

Records documenting neighborhood plans and neighborhood planning issues.

Dates: 1966-1991; 1977-1988

Seattle Design Commission Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 9323-01
Abstract

Proceedings from Seattle Design Commission meetings.

Dates: 1968-2005

Seattle Design Commission Project Files

 Series
Identifier: 9323-02
Abstract

Records detailing projects reviewed by the Design Commission.

Dates: 1968-2006

Downtown Planning Projects Records

 Series
Identifier: 6310-01
Abstract

Planning files for downtown Seattle.

Dates: 1973-1993

Northlake Urban Renewal Project Records

 Series
Identifier: 1625-01
Abstract

Records of an urban renewal project in the University-Northlake area of Seattle.

Dates: 1964-1977

Office of Environmental Management Records

 Series
Identifier: 1618-01
Abstract

Studies and reports related to zoning and planning issues.

Dates: 1968-1982; 1973-1975

Department of Parks and Recreation Model City Project Records

 Series
Identifier: 5804-14
Abstract

Records of Parks activities funded by Model City contracts.

Dates: 1968-1974

Parks Superintendent's Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 5802-01
Abstract

Records related to the administration of the parks system and recreation programs.

Dates: 1936-2008

Planning Commission Reports and Studies

 Series
Identifier: 1650-07
Abstract

Working papers of the Seattle Planning Commission relating primarily to the development of the Comprehensive Plan, a Civic Arts Center, and recreation studies throughout the city.

Dates: 1948-1965

Planning Commission Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 1650-16
Abstract

Correspondence, reports, hearing transcripts, Commission minutes, new clippings, drawing, and other material related to the Seattle City Planning Commission.

Dates: 1952-1982

Urban Renewal Program Seattle Urban Renewal Enterprise (SURE) Records

 Series
Identifier: 1642-10
Abstract

Administrative, committee and project file records of the Seattle Urban Renewal Enterprise (SURE), a citizen’s advisory committee created to build community support for urban renewal projects with an emphasis on rehabilitation and conservation.

Dates: 1956-1965

Urban Renewal Program Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 1642-02
Abstract

Administrative files, records of community groups, and project records relating to local urban renewal projects which made use of federal funds.

Dates: 1958-1971

John D. Spaeth Records

 Series
Identifier: 1650-02
Abstract

Files of Seattle's Director of Planning, John Spaeth, mainly covering the Central Business District study and Comprehensive Plan.

Dates: 1950-1969

Jim Street Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4683-02
Abstract

Subject files of Seattle City Council member Jim Street; includes correspondence, memoranda, reports, and studies relating to issues including land use, the downtown plan, neighborhood planning, housing, education, and economic development.

Dates: 1967-1995

Townhouse Proposal Records

 Series
Identifier: 1650-21
Abstract

Proposals for the construction and renovation of townhouse units.

Dates: 1977-1980

J.P. Willison Records

 Series
Identifier: 1642-01
Abstract

Records of John P. (Jack) Willison, Director of Seattle's Urban Renewal Program, include project and administrative files for urban renewal projects.

Dates: 1959-1971

Zoning Commission Minutes

 Series
Identifier: 1651-01
Abstract

Proceedings of meetings of the Zoning Commission, 1920-1925. Minutes discuss zoning and classification of districts and properties.

Dates: 1920-1925

Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 1650-17
Abstract

Working files for proposed amendments to Seattle's Zoning Ordinance.

Dates: 1966-1980