Uses above street level
Seattle Mun. Code § 23.66.328
in effectA. To encourage and facilitate the rehabilitation and renovation of existing structures for housing or other uses not preferred at street level, uses above street level on streets within the Retail Core designated on Map B for 23.66.326, shall meet the standards of this Section 23.66.328 . B. Residential uses and non-vehicular-oriented commercial uses that primarily serve the District and are in operation throughout the day are preferred. Preferred uses above street level include but are not limited to: Community clubs and centers; Expansion of existing retail sales and service uses at street level; Medical services, such as offices for doctors or dentists; Offices; Hotels; Vocational or fine arts schools; Wholesale showrooms. (Ord. 123589, § 88, 2011; Ord. 112777 § 35, 1986; Ord. 112134 § 1(part), 1985.)
Source: Seattle Municipal Code (Municode library)URL: https://library.municode.com/wa/seattle/codes/municipal_codeFetched: 7/25/2026