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Making it easier to visit West Seattle Junction & Upper Queen Anne business districts with paid on-street parking, load zones, safer crossings, and more

September 30, 2026

Blog stats 1,000 words | 5-minute read Summary: The bustling West Seattle Junction and Upper Queen Anne neighborhoods are home to two of Seattle’s most beloved business districts with one-of-a-kind restaurants, bars, shops, and destinations. But too often, street parking is hard to find, delivery drivers can’t locate a place… [ Keep reading ]

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Free e-cargo bike permits for Seattle businesses through 2026

May 29, 2026

A cleaner, faster way to move goods in Seattle is free for businesses to try through the rest of the year. E-cargo bikes are electric-assist bikes built to carry goods. They can haul packages, food, tools, flowers, and more, often replacing a delivery van for short trips. They’re quick, quiet,… [ Keep reading ]

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Free outdoor dining permits for Seattle businesses

May 22, 2026

Seattle business owners who want to try outdoor dining can get extra help this summer and fall. The first 100 Seasonal Café permits submitted by businesses and issued by us will have their permit fees covered by the Office of Economic Development. This program runs through October and is a… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle’s Commercial E-Cargo Bike Program Has Officially Launched, Supporting Sustainable & Dependable Deliveries Throughout the City

November 20, 2025

Blog stats: 1,200 words | 6-minute read Summary: Addressing the challenge of more deliveries in Seattle In the Puget Sound region, deliveries of packages, food, and grocery items more than doubled between 2019 and 2021. Growing delivery volumes can add cost and complexity for businesses, while increases in delivery-related traffic… [ Keep reading ]

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Coming soon to Ballard Ave NW: improvements for people walking and nearby businesses

July 20, 2022

In June, we shared a blog post highlighting an exciting partnership with Councilmember Dan Strauss, the Ballard Alliance, and local businesses to further improve mobility and access for people walking and support businesses on Ballard Ave NW between 20th Ave NW and 22nd Ave NW, also known as the Ballard… Filed Under: Accessibility, Parking, Pedestrians, Safety, SDOT, Traffic and ConstructionTagged With: , , , , , , , ,

This summer, we’re improving Ballard Ave NW for people walking and nearby businesses

June 8, 2022

We are partnering with Councilmember Dan Strauss, the Ballard Alliance, and local businesses to improve mobility and access for people walking and businesses on Ballard Ave NW between 20th Ave NW and 22nd Ave NW, also known as the Ballard Ave Café Street. In 2020, we worked with Ballard Ave… [ Keep reading ]

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