Terry Pettus Park Renovation

Updated: March 23, 2026

Spring 2026

Terry Pettus Park Closure

We must close the lower portion of Terry Pettus Park because it is unsafe to the public and can’t be maintained safely.

The project is working through design and multiple permit requirements. The permits include the following:

Completed:

U.S Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) – includes Section 10, Section 404, Section 106, Tribal consultation and U.S. Coast Guard review.
Department of Ecology (DOE) – The Department of Ecology (State) includes 401 Water Quality Certifications and Hydraulic Project Approvals from the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.
City – Shoreline Substantial Development Permit.
Street Improvement Permit (SIP) process with SDOT.

Remaining:

City – Building Permit.

Once permits are obtained, we will be moving towards advertising and bidding on this project for construction.

Please view the Updated Park Design reflecting adjustments to meet permit requirements.

Location

Terry Pettus Park, 2001 Fairview Avenue E, 98102 On the east shore of Lake Union.

Budget

Seattle Park District provides approximately $1,576,000.00 in funding for this project.

Schedule

Planning, Design & Permitting: Spring 2020 - Fall 2025
Bidding: Spring/Summer 2026 - dependent on permits
Construction: 2026/2027

Project Description

Renovate the street-end pocket park located on the eastern shore of Lake Union with goals to:

Maintain the waterfront recreational use and character of the small, green pocket park serving the Eastlake neighborhood, enhance the park features with more durable materials, improve accessibility, and incorporate shoreline restoration, as appropriate
Incorporate an approx. 4,000 sq. ft. shoreline parcel addition into the park (located directly south of park)
Enhance waterfront recreational activities and enhance water views and water access of the park, restoring pier, dock and float
Enhance the park entrance and connection to the adjacent Cheshiahud Lake Union Loop Trail, meeting the standards of the Americans Disability Act (ADA)
Enhance landscaping, install irrigation, and incorporate shoreline habitat restoration, as appropriate

During construction, the contractor will need to close the park. Seattle Parks and Recreation and the contractor hired for the project will work to minimize impacts to park users and the community.

Community Participation

Thank you to everyone who participated in the public engagement process!