Soundview Playfield Athletic Field Renovation
Updated: February 24, 2026
Early 2026
The project is nearing completion, and we look forward to celebrating with a ribbon-cutting event this Spring. We appreciate the community’s cooperation and patience as we work to complete this improvement and deliver a four-season synthetic turf field, accessible pathways and park amenities for the community.
Location
Soundview Playfield, 1590 NW 90th Street, 98117
Budget
$9.7 million, which includes funding from the Seattle Park District Cycle 1 & 2 and an award of $350,000 from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) Grant from the Youth Athletic Facilities program.
Schedule
Design & Permitting: 2023 - Fall 2024
Bidding: January 2025
Construction: Spring 2025 - Spring 2026
Completion: Early Spring 2026 for spring baseball schedule participation
Project Description
This project includes the installation of synthetic field surfacing, lighting, ADA access and site improvements for the lower playfield. Seattle Parks and Recreation is investing in state-of-the-art synthetic turf systems that are safe, playable and durable. Additionally, we are investing in the highest quality energy-efficient field lighting, which minimizes spill light and glare off the field while providing performance recreational light. The project will improve accessibility to the field in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
In the summer of 2020, the City of Seattle turned its focus to essential functions to address the pandemic and economic crisis, which required a significant reprioritization of resources. Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) suspended some capital project work, including this project. In 2023, we started moving this project forward; however, because of budget constraints at SPR, the project was again put on hold. The Seattle Park District Cycle 2 provided funding and helped move this project forward.
Download the playfield renovation plan here.
Additional permitting and City Council information:
- City of Seattle Recommendation - Council Land Use Action to allow improvements to Soundview Playfield and install seven athletic field light poles.
- 2019 Council Land Use Action and public hearing information are available here.
Community Participation
Public Meeting and Open House - 6/3/2017
Public Meeting and Input Opportunity - 10/4/2017
Public Meeting - 4/17/2018