Wednesday, November 20, 2013

UW Approves New $123.5 Million Animal Research Facility

mouseDespite the number of protesters sitting in on the meeting Thursday, UW Board of Regents approved a new 2-story animal research facility to be built near the shore of Portage Bay. Protesters holding signs “No New Animal Lab” were not only upset about the fact that it was approved but also that the decision was made so quickly without much discussion. The board says that everything regarding the issue had been discussed in a previously held meeting. Two UW students who were among the 30 protesters there were aloud to comment on the vote. They hoped that the University of Washington would become a leader in phasing out animal experimentation which is becoming a growing trend throughout the United States. Harvard has announced plans to shut down its primate research center.
The number of animals being used in experiments has decreased substantially. While these numbers are decreasing, UW is making plans to make room for an increase in numbers of animals it will house for experimentation. It currently houses 650 monkeys and other primates with plans of making room for an additional 280 as well as doubling the number of pigs and up to 20 percent the number of rodents. UW’s animals are currently spread out at different locations in facilities not meant for animals to be kept in. The new underground facility will be a proper environment for the number of animals UW plans to accommodate.
UW feels that in order to continue medical research, animal experimentation is needed. UW does use alternatives to animal testing whenever possible. Animal-rights activists urge UW to reconsider there plans.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Capitol Hill Single Family Making Room For Row Homes

339 16th ave e
There has been a surplus of rowhomes and townhomes planned and in development in the Capitol Hill neighborhood recently, and one of the larger projects planned happens to be taking residence in place of one of the oldest known single family homes in the neighborhood. The house (or what is left of one) located at 339 16th Ave E was purchased by gProjects, Capitol Hill developer Graham Black’s firm for $1.3 million.  The firm has plans to develop a three story 8 unit rowhome project named Project 339 that will be a half block wide and designed by architecture firm Workshop AD. The project will include covered parking, a private roof top deck, and small yard space. For more information on new residential developments in the Seattle area, contact your local real estate agent today.

339 16th ave e
There has been a surplus of rowhomes and townhomes planned and in development in the Capitol Hill neighborhood recently, and one of the larger projects planned happens to be taking residence in place of one of the oldest known single family homes in the neighborhood. The house (or what is left of one) located at 339 16th Ave E was purchased by gProjects, Capitol Hill developer Graham Black’s firm for $1.3 million.  The firm has plans to develop a three story 8 unit rowhome project named Project 339 that will be a half block wide and designed by architecture firm Workshop AD. The project will include covered parking, a private roof top deck, and small yard space. For more information on new residential developments in the Seattle area, contact your local real estate agent today.
- See more at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/4249217/capitol-hill-single-family-making-room-for-row-homes#sthash.xfqSXFsG.dpuf

339 16th ave e
There has been a surplus of rowhomes and townhomes planned and in development in the Capitol Hill neighborhood recently, and one of the larger projects planned happens to be taking residence in place of one of the oldest known single family homes in the neighborhood. The house (or what is left of one) located at 339 16th Ave E was purchased by gProjects, Capitol Hill developer Graham Black’s firm for $1.3 million.  The firm has plans to develop a three story 8 unit rowhome project named Project 339 that will be a half block wide and designed by architecture firm Workshop AD. The project will include covered parking, a private roof top deck, and small yard space. For more information on new residential developments in the Seattle area, contact your local real estate agent today.
- See more at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/4249217/capitol-hill-single-family-making-room-for-row-homes#sthash.xfqSXFsG.dpuf

339 16th ave e
There has been a surplus of rowhomes and townhomes planned and in development in the Capitol Hill neighborhood recently, and one of the larger projects planned happens to be taking residence in place of one of the oldest known single family homes in the neighborhood. The house (or what is left of one) located at 339 16th Ave E was purchased by gProjects, Capitol Hill developer Graham Black’s firm for $1.3 million.  The firm has plans to develop a three story 8 unit rowhome project named Project 339 that will be a half block wide and designed by architecture firm Workshop AD. The project will include covered parking, a private roof top deck, and small yard space. For more information on new residential developments in the Seattle area, contact your local real estate agent today.
- See more at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/4249217/capitol-hill-single-family-making-room-for-row-homes#sthash.xfqSXFsG.dpuf

339 16th ave e
There has been a surplus of rowhomes and townhomes planned and in development in the Capitol Hill neighborhood recently, and one of the larger projects planned happens to be taking residence in place of one of the oldest known single family homes in the neighborhood. The house (or what is left of one) located at 339 16th Ave E was purchased by gProjects, Capitol Hill developer Graham Black’s firm for $1.3 million.  The firm has plans to develop a three story 8 unit rowhome project named Project 339 that will be a half block wide and designed by architecture firm Workshop AD. The project will include covered parking, a private roof top deck, and small yard space. For more information on new residential developments in the Seattle area, contact your local real estate agent today.
- See more at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/4249217/capitol-hill-single-family-making-room-for-row-homes#sthash.xfqSXFsG.dpuf

339 16th ave e
There has been a surplus of rowhomes and townhomes planned and in development in the Capitol Hill neighborhood recently, and one of the larger projects planned happens to be taking residence in place of one of the oldest known single family homes in the neighborhood. The house (or what is left of one) located at 339 16th Ave E was purchased by gProjects, Capitol Hill developer Graham Black’s firm for $1.3 million.  The firm has plans to develop a three story 8 unit rowhome project named Project 339 that will be a half block wide and designed by architecture firm Workshop AD. The project will include covered parking, a private roof top deck, and small yard space. For more information on new residential developments in the Seattle area, contact your local real estate agent today.
- See more at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/4249217/capitol-hill-single-family-making-room-for-row-homes#sthash.xfqSXFsG.dpuf

Thursday, November 7, 2013

King County Median Home Price on the Rise

Cap Hill housingAccording to the Seattle Times, the median home price for a single family home has risen 15% in King County from this time last year, after a rise in home sales over the summer. The median price for a single family in King County in July rose to $434,000, the highest it has been over the last 5 years.
In October we experienced a more balanced market, with 2,187 homes sold which was 10% more than those closed in October 2012 according the the NWMLS. Over the last year we’ve seen competitive bidding wars due to low inventory, and last month we began to see more listings on the market. In King County there were 4,575 single family residences listed, 6% up from last year, and while inventory is still relatively tight, we’re beginning to see a healthier real estate market emerge. If you’re interested in buying or selling your home, contact your local real estate agent today.