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In September 1973, the Port of Seattle's Director of Aviation recommended an interim land acquisition program around Sea-Tac International Airport, targeting approximately 610 residential parcels and 75 acres of open land in clear zones north and south of the runways. The estimated cost of the acquisitions was $15.46 million, with the FAA expected to contribute over $8 million and the Port of Seattle covering the remaining $8 million from airport revenues between 1974 and 1977. Under the best-case timeline, actual land purchases could not begin until after July 1, 1974, following completion of environmental impact statements, housing relocation plans, and FAA review.

In September 1973, the Port of Seattle outlined a plan to acquire approximately 610 residential properties and 75 acres of open land surrounding Sea-Tac International Airport to create expanded clear zones north and south of the runways. The total estimated property cost was $15.46 million, with the Port anticipating over $8 million in federal FAA assistance and covering the remainder from airport revenues between 1974 and 1977. Under the best-case scenario, actual land acquisition could not begin until after July 1, 1974, following required environmental impact statements, housing relocation plans, and a multi-month FAA review process.