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  • 1984-01-16

    Final Evaluation of Noise Abatement and Noise Remedy Measures – Acoustical Treatment of Existing Structures

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    This document outlines noise remedy measures for Sea-Tac Airport, specifically focusing on acoustical treatment of existing structures. It details eligibility criteria for sound insulation programs, including structures in areas with noise exposure of Ldn 70 and above, and discusses the evolution from the 1976 Sea-Tac/Communities Plan to updated noise metrics and program boundaries.
    CategoriesKey Documents TagsAirport Noise Remedy Update, Buyouts, Noise Mitigation
  • Seattle Daily Times 1966-04-17 airport property purchases

    TagsBuyouts, Map, Sea-Tac Airport, Seattle Times
  • 1994-12-11

    Sea-Tac’s Turbulent History

    Dec 11, 1994 Stephen Clutter, Paul J. Lim The latest controversy at Sea-Tac, over a possible third runway, is one more chapter in a long, turbulent history of airport expansion. Planes started using the site in 1944 and in five decades, it has become the 16th-busiest airport in the nation. ———————————- If you’re upset about
    CategoriesFrom The Web TagsBuyouts, Seattle Times, Third Runway
  • 1984-08-28

    Commission Resolution no. 2940 FAA Grant AIP Clear Zone land acquisition

    A resolution authorizing the Port of Seattle to accept an FAA grant offer and execute Grant Agreement for AIP Project No. 3-53-0062-06 to obtain federal aid for Sea-Tac International Airport development, specifically for land acquisition in Extended Clear Zone areas and relocation of persons. The resolution was adopted by the Port Commission on August 28,
    TagsAIP, Buyouts, FAA, Land Use, Port Of Seattle, Port Of Seattle Commission, Sea-Tac Airport
  • 1979-04-10

    Tom Fest Application for Hardship Acquisition – Parcel Z-685

    Memorandum from George Sutter regarding Tom Fest’s hardship acquisition application for property that will likely be purchased by the Port within 2-3 years. The Fest family faces additional costs of $5,400 for mandatory sewer hook-up plus $500 for contractor fees, prompting the hardship request.
    TagsBuyouts, Des Moines Sewer District, Port Of Seattle, property
  • 1979-04-10

    Citizens Advisory Committee Recommendation on Application for Hardship – Z-685 Tom Fest

    Citizens Advisory Committee recommendation supporting hardship early acquisition status for property Z-685 owned by Tom Fest. The Committee recommends the Port quickly establish value and reach an agreed price for mutual benefit of both parties.
    TagsAdvisory Committees, Buyouts, Des Moines Sewer District, Port Of Seattle, property
  • 1979-03-15

    Ombudsman Letter to Messrs. Stockdale and Sutter Regarding DesMoines Sewer District Connection

    Letter from Deputy Ombudsman Rella E. Foldy regarding Mr. Fest’s sewer connection issue with the DesMoines Sewer District. The letter discusses Mr. Fest’s financial hardship and request for temporary sewer connection while the Port of Seattle plans to acquire his property.
    CategoriesCorrespondence TagsBuyouts, Des Moines Sewer District, Port Of Seattle, property, Richard D. Ford, Sewer
  • 1976-03-31

    Port of Seattle response to Virginia Dana regarding home relocation boundaries

    Letter from Port of Seattle Director of Aviation Donald G. Shay to Virginia Dana acknowledging her concerns about boundaries established for relocating homes acquired by the Port. The letter indicates they will review her suggestions regarding potential changes to current directives.
    TagsBuyouts, Land Use, letter, property
  • 1975-08-26

    HUD Response to Senator Jackson on FHA Mortgage Insurance in Noise Areas

    Letter from HUD’s Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs to Senator Henry Jackson responding to an inquiry about FHA mortgage insurance eligibility for existing properties in areas with established noise boundaries. The letter explains HUD’s noise assessment policy and references Circular 1390.2 for implementation.
    TagsBuyouts, Henry M. Scoop Jackson, HUD, letter, property, Sea-Tac Communities Plan
  • 1975-01-06

    Safety Has Always Been An Issue – Notes on Organizations and Land Acquisition

    Handwritten notes by Virginia Dana discussing safety issues related to various organizations including S.T.C.P., FAA, KingCo, and P.O.S. References acceptance of ADHP funds for interim land acquisition and mentions that people acquired in the acquisition were never given option of staying or moving.
    TagsADAP, Buyouts, Port Of Seattle, property, STCP, Virginia Dana

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