Tacoma Waterfront District Earns WELL Building Certification

Tacoma’s new waterfront district earned WELL Building certification this week, making it the largest WELL-certified mixed-use development in the Pacific Northwest.

Modern well-ventilated building interior

Setting Standards

The certification requires meeting 100+ air quality, lighting, and wellness criteria. Developers report a 15% rent premium for certified spaces, driven by corporate tenant demand.

Three more Seattle projects are currently pursuing WELL certification for 2026 completion.

Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

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Environmental scientist specializing in Pacific Northwest air quality and indoor air health.

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