The Landmarks Preservation Board is seeking a new member to serve on the Sand Point Naval Air Station Landmark District Application Review Committee (SPARC).  The open position is for a community member with a demonstrated interest in the history and preservation of the Sand Point Naval Air Station Landmark District, one of the City’s eight historic districts.

The five-member Application Review Committee makes recommendations to the Landmarks Preservation Board for Certificates of Approval, which are requests to make physical changes to designated features of the District. Committee meetings are scheduled for the second Tuesday of each month and are held at a location within the District. Committee members serve without compensation.

The Sand Point Naval Air Station Landmark District’s Application Review Committee is composed of:

  • Two current or former members of the Landmarks Preservation Board (at least one of whom is an architect).
  • Two members selected from property owners, residents, or tenants within the District.
  • One community member with a demonstrated interest in the history and preservation of the Landmark District.

To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to Erin.Doherty@nullseattle.gov (reference the Sand Point Naval Air Station in the subject line). The deadline is Monday, October 30 at 5 p.m. Interested applicants must be Seattle residents, so please provide your home address to confirm city residence. Electronic submissions are preferred; however, to submit a paper copy, address it to: Erin Doherty, SPNAS District Coordinator, Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, P.O. Box 94649, Seattle, WA 98124-4649.

All appointments are confirmed by the chair of the Landmarks Preservation Board. For more information, contact Erin Doherty at Erin.Doherty@nullseattle.gov or (206) 684-0380.

The City of Seattle is committed to promoting diversity in the city’s boards and commissions. Women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, young persons, senior citizens, persons of color, and immigrants are encouraged to apply.