South Park Community Center Stabilization
Updated: March 11, 2024
Spring 2024
South Park Projects Update
SPR has provided a community update on our South Park projects, including the Community Center Site Redevelopment and Stabilization and South Park Plaza Lankbanked Site Park Development.
Please view the flyer and translated version below:
The City is working to get the contractor on board and start construction in spring 2024.
The Community Center closed on 9/15/23 for the site redevelopment and improvements. The center will be closed through 2025.
South Park Community Center programs have temporarily moved to Concord International Elementary School (723 S. Concord St.)
Community Center Stabilization Work
Construction for this project will occur at the same time as the South Park Community Center Site Redevelopment Project.
South Park Community Center was identified in the 2016 Community Center Strategic plan for a major maintenance project focused on extending the life of the facility and increasing programming potential. A preliminary scope of the project is outlined below. The final scope is expected to be refined throughout the design process based on more information about cost and needs. Seattle Parks and Recreation planning staff are meeting with the community center staff to review the scope and schedule.
Location
South Park Community Center, 8319 8th Ave S, 98108
Budget
$11 million construction budget - Seattle Park District; Seattle Parks Foundation; additional grant funding
Schedule
Planning and Design: 2019 - Fall 2021
Permitting: Fall 2021 – Summer 2023
Construction: Fall 2023 - Early 2026
* Construction will occur at the same time as the South Park Community Center Site Redevelopment Project.
Project Description
This project addresses a number of major maintenance, accessibility, and program needs at South Park Community Center. It will include a roof replacement, HVAC system upgrades, renovation of the restrooms, kitchen and lobby spaces in addition to the addition of a gym divider and replacement of the multi-purpose room flooring.
Community Participation
Online Open House 2/24/2021