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Guideline A-3: Entrances Visible from the Street
		Entries should be clearly identifiable and visible from the street.
Explanation and Examples Entries that are visible from the street make a project more approachable and create a sense of association among neighbors.

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Last Updated: December 24, 2004

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Thirty design review guidelines for multifamily and commercial buildings--along with neighborhood-specific supplements--form the backbone of the City's Design Review Program in Seattle's neighborhoods. Separate guidelines govern downtown development.

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