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Design Review Board recommends approval of Carnegie Whisky Library design with landscaping condition (Jan 8, 2026)

OlympiaJan 8, 20262 min read

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The Design Review Board met hybrid on January 8, 2026. The agenda was approved, and staff announced Tim Smith's promotion to Director of Community Planning and Economic Development. The Board recommended approval of the detailed design review for Case 26-0004 (Carnegie Whisky Library, 620 Franklin St SE) with one condition: replace the Wintercreeper on the landscaping plan if it is determined to be invasive. Building design and materials/colors were approved as proposed. Vote recorded: 4 aye; 2 excused; 1 absent. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

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Recommended approval of the detailed design review for Case 26-0004 (Carnegie Whisky Library, 620 Franklin St SE).
Condition: On the Landscaping Plan, change the plant material if Wintercreeper is found to be an invasive plant.
Approved Building Design as proposed.
Approved Detail Design Elements (materials/colors) as proposed.
Recorded vote on the recommendation: 4 aye; 2 excused; 1 absent.

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