Beginning in 2019, contractors will start a nine-month effort to remove the Alaskan Way Viaduct. In this video, the Washington State Department of Transportation talks about how removal will be done and the complex challenges involved. An online open house also has more details on the timing, issues, and context.
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Stephen is a professional urban planner in Puget Sound with a passion for sustainable, livable, and diverse cities. He is especially interested in how policies, regulations, and programs can promote positive outcomes for communities. With stints in great cities like Bellingham and Cork, Stephen currently lives in Seattle. He primarily covers land use and transportation issues and has been with The Urbanist since 2014.