On Wednesday, February 22nd, the Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission unanimously voted to add Cushman Substation buildings, properties and compressor room to Tacoma’s Historic Buildings. The nomination does not include the exterior metal, steel or cement pads. The next step is for final approval by the City Council. Let them know how you feel. All their email addresses can be found… Read more →
Jodi Cook
Cushman Substation – very cool historic photos – “place making” ideas – nomination status
Check out Facebook page: Friends of Tacoma’s Cushman Substation https://www.facebook.com/groups/725376474282567/ Ask to join, and see historic photos, including aerial shot of surrounding neighborhoods. Participate in ideas for what future public uses this “Placemaking” property could bring to Tacoma. Tacoma Landmarks Preservation Commission will be reviewing findings and recommendations on nomination to add Cushman Substation. February 22nd 5:30pm 747 Market Street… Read more →
Proposed New Re-zones: May Impact Your Neighborhood
Tacoma is growing, and as a home or business owner you and your neighbors have a vested interest in how growth may impact you and your investments. Rezoning, “residential infill,” “mixed-use centers,” and “accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are different ways to allow for growth that could dramatically change the look and feel of your neighborhood. Rezoning can affect homes currently… Read more →
22 Trees needed to support 1 person!
Photos of homeowners who did their part to help grow Tacoma’s plan to increase our tree canopy by 30%. A big thank you to Susan Ryan whose enthusiasm and organizational skills helped to plant the 100 trees Nov. 19th. ALERT: Before you plant, prune or remove any trees found in the right of way (street to sidewalk), a… Read more →
Nov 2nd deadline for Public Comment on Proposed Proctor2 South Building
Public Comments Due Wednesday November 2nd, 2016 by 5:00PM PROCTOR SOUTH To read the SEPA report, go to: http://tacomapermits.org/wp- content/uploads/2013/06/LU16-0098.pdf How to comment on the report? Provide well documented and supported concerns about impacts that require avoidance, reduction or compensatory mitigation in your comments. Is the SEPA document complete and accurate? Does it provide enough information to analyze the… Read more →