Lassila v. City of Wenatchee

Appellant Philip Lassila sued to invalidate several actions taken by respondent City of Wenatchee (City) during redevelopment of its central business district. Appellant asserts the City violated both article 8, section 7 of the State Constitution and the mandate of RCW 43.21C, the State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 (SEPA). Appellant seeks review of a judgment of dismissal. We affirm in part, reverse in part and remand.

Redevelopment activities for the City's waterfront began in 1972 when a testamentary trustee informed the City that $280,000 was available to purchase a site and construct…