International District Residential (IDR) zone, locational criteria
Seattle Mun. Code § 23.34.116
in effectThe International District Residential zone designation is appropriate for areas of the International Special Review District designated in Chapter 23.66 of the Land Use Code for development as a predominantly residential neighborhood. The areas designated IDR are generally located north of the International District core, near the Downtown office core, and contain parcels available for infill development and, east of 5 th Avenue, may possess topographic features providing view potential. The IDR/C designation applies to areas where a mix of non-residential uses and residential uses will provide for a transition in use character between the Downtown office core and areas within the International Special Review District designated primarily for residential uses. (Ord. 123589, § 6, 2011; Ord. 119484, § 6, 1999; Ord. 117430 , § 35, 1994.)
Source: Seattle Municipal Code (Municode library)URL: https://library.municode.com/wa/seattle/codes/municipal_codeFetched: 7/25/2026