Give your opinion on the ‘pit’

Construction may soon be one step closer at the former Safeway location at Stone Way & 39th Ave, sometimes called “the pit.”

Plans call for a 5-story building with 143 residential units and 7 live/work units to be built on the large lot. Nearly 17,000 square feet in retail space will be at street level and parking for 193 vehicles will be below grade.

Here’s one of the sketches of the development from a design review meeting in May. QFC bought the property back in 1993 and demolished the Safeway several years ago to make way for their grocery store. Earlier this year, Prescott Homes took over the property when QFC pulled out. Whether you’re for or against the plans, the city wants to hear from you. There is a community meeting tonight (Tuesday) from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the University Heights Community Center (5031 University Way NE).