Lisa Rutzick is Design Review Program Manager at the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections. Leading and supporting the overall Design Review program is the primary focus of her efforts and includes engaging with a staff of approximately 20 Land Use Planners within the department who are working on Design Review projects. In addition, she provides organization, support and training to 42 volunteer Design Review Board members spread across eight boards covering the entire city. Prior to managing the program, she was involved in conducting design and environmental reviews of proposed new construction throughout the city. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Urban Studies and Planning from the University of California, San Diego and a Master in Urban Planning from Harvard University Graduate School of Design.
Presenting | W8: Constructive Criticism: Exploring Advisory Design Review in Vancouver, Seattle and L.A.