Bryant Neighborhood Playground Renovation
Updated: November 19, 2025
Winter 2025
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) has issued the Notice to Proceed (NTP) to Kessel & Associates for construction on a three-play-area renovation package, beginning Monday, July 28, 2025. This package includes play area improvements at Ward Springs Play Area, Bryant Neighborhood Park Play Area, and View Ridge Playfield Play Area, with phased construction planned to minimize community disruption.
Our intention was to not close View Ridge and Bryant at the same time. A procurement issue is preventing View Ridge from being reopened until February. To get both play areas to be open before spring 2026, we will be allowing Kassel and Associates to start fully working at Bryant Play Area and close the play area on 11/24/25. Our goal is to cause the least long term impact to the neighboring communities. Please see the map for nearby play areas.
Nearby play areas:
- Dahl Playfield
- Ravenna-Eckstein
- Ravenna Park
- Pathways Park (6 blocks away)
- Magnuson Park “Airport” Playground
- View the final play equipment renderings below!
View the final play equipment renderings below!
We received many comments about adding restrooms. We’ve forwarded the comments for SPR asset planning’s consideration; however, at this time, the project is not able to address restroom needs.
Location
Bryant Neighborhood Playground: 4103 NE 65th St, Seattle 98115
Budget
Seattle Park District provides $1,098,000 for planning, design, and construction.
Schedule
Planning: 2023
Design: 2024 - Spring 2025
Construction: Late Fall 2025 - Early 2026
This project is part of a package of three play areas that are being renovated. The above planned construction duration includes renovations at all three locations.
Project Description
This project will replace the existing play area and make accessibility improvements. All improvements will meet accessibility requirements.
The play area will be closed throughout construction.
Community Participation
Thank you to everyone who joined us during the community engagement phase. We value your feedback and participation. Please follow this page for construction and completion updates.
Public Meeting - 4/10/24
Open House - 10/18/23