waterfront

Real estate market not quite sold on Seattle’s new waterfront

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Tourists aren’t the only ones buzzing over Seattle’s new waterfront.  Restaurateurs, retailers and other entrepreneurs are also scrambling for a piece of the action in a neighborhood transformed by the replacement of an antiquated elevated freeway with tree-lined boardwalks and a soaring pedestrian bridge. Leasing inquiries have surged since the Overlook Walk debuted in October … Read more

Portsmouth budget proposal addresses tax, waterfront plans

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PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth’s proposed $1.02 billion fiscal 2026 budget includes tax relief on vehicles and real estate, employee raises and funding for a new public safety facility and long-term planning for relocation of City Hall. The proposed operating budget, which will span July 1 to June 30, 2026, is $873.5 million, while the multi-year capital improvement … Read more