Seattle Parks and Recreation and ABLE (the selected design consultant) are currently doing site analysis and feasibility. This includes the following:

• Completing a land survey
• Planning our engagement timeline and methodology
• Analyzing the site to understand challenges and opportunities

Stay tuned for more information about our first engagement opportunity to provide your input on the long-term plan for the park.

This project was selected for funding as a result of the Parks CommUNITY Fund public nomination and voting process. Learn more about the process here.

Denny Blaine Park serves as a vital space for many of Seattle's communities, particularly the LGBTQ+ community. This project aims to ensure equitable access for all park users. SPR will be conducting a comprehensive study and implementing some improvements at Denny Blaine Park with the goal to:

• Honor the LGBTQ legacy of the park
• Enhance multimodal transportation (walking, biking, driving, and transit) access
• Improve accessibility
• Study the feasibility of restrooms
• Improve signage
• Provide basic park upgrades such as new trash cans, seating, improved landscaping, and other basic park infrastructure.

Small improvements will be made with the remainder of the funds and may include items such as trash cans, signs, benches, and accessible pathways.

In addition to the Park CommUNITY Fund project, Seattle Parks and Recreation installed handrails on the steps down to the water in 2025.