Northeast Redevelopment Area (NERA) Burien, Washington

Adjacent to Sea-Tac International Airport, Burien’s Northeast Redevelopment Area (NERA) is in transition because of the airport’s recently completed third runway. A multidisciplinary master plan develops infrastructure improvements that are compatible with airport operations and stimulate further economic growth.

A Multidisciplinary Master Plan for Economic Development

Given it’s proximity to the airport, residential zoning was limiting the value of land in the Northeast Redevelopment Area of Burien, Washington. Working the Port of Seattle and FAA, design plans for future development include updates to city-wide stormwater infrastructure as well as the restoration of Miller Creek and its associated trail, all while updating zoning. The plan for flexible future land use also makes roadway improvements to accommodate the change in traffic type to light industrial and commercial use, including smoother curves and better grades. Otak designed, permitted, prepared construction documents, and oversaw the construction management of all elements of the master plan aimed at furthering economic development, and accurately reflecting the goals of the Burien community.