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Airport Improvement Program Guidelines for Noise Mitigation Implementation
This document outlines FAA guidelines for implementing noise mitigation programs under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). It details requirements for developing specific guidelines covering acquisition programs, sound insulation, purchase assurance, and various implementation criteria including appraisals, market exposure, and relocation proposals. -
How do I determine if I have a Port Package or Avigation Easement?
Your first step is to try the Port Package Lookup-Upper, which can locate over 90% of the sound insulation systems funded by the Port of Seattle from 1987-2024. If you cannot find it there, you can call the Port of Seattle Noise Programs Office. You can also find out iif there is an Avigation Easement -
The Port Package Explainer
Does your home have a Port Package of noise mitigation windows and insulation? Having problems with your windows? Mold? You're not alone. Help us help you. -
Avigation Easement Example
This is the blank form. For a live example, go here: https://seatacnoise.info/avigation-easement-sample/ The Port insists that homeowners sign an Avigation Easement in exchange for receiving the Port Package. One reason they give for this requirement is that they contend that to not do so would constitute a ‘gift of public funds’ which is illegal under -
Avigation Easement Live Sample
This is the binding legal document that home owners within the mandated distance of the airport (DNL 65) had to sign in order to receive mitigation benefits (typically insulation and triple-pane windows.) In exchange, the owner gave free use of the sky above the property to the FAA and airlines not only for themselves but -
Admasu v. Port of Seattle
Court of Appeals of Washington,Division 1. Kebede ADMASU, et al., Appellants, v. PORT OF SEATTLE, a Washington municipal corporation, Respondent. No. 70220–3–I. Decided: October 27, 2014 Darrell L. Cochran, Kevin Michael Hastings Pfau Cochran VertetisAmala PLLC, Tacoma, WA, Jason Paul Amala, Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC, Seattle, WA, for Petitioner. Timothy J. Filer, Patrick J. -
