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Sound Transit delays West Seattle light-rail extension again, now targeting 2035

Sound Transit's latest delay to the West Seattle light-rail extension pushes the opening date to 2035, affecting commuters and property owners.

By · Published August 14, 2026 at 18:27 UTC · Updated August 14, 2026 at 22:27 UTC

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Source diversity sample: KING5.com · West Seattle Blog... · MyNorthwest.com · Seattle Transit Blog · The Seattle Times · KOMO.

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The West Seattle light-rail extension has been delayed again, with Sound Transit now targeting 2035 for completion. The delay is attributed to the need for additional properties and the $465 million required to acquire them. The delay impacts commuters who had anticipated earlier access to the light-rail service.

Property owners in the area are also affected, as Sound Transit seeks to double the cost of property acquisition and construction support services. The Seattle Times describes the news as 'difficult'. Sound Transit will continue pursuing the necessary properties and funding.

The agency has not yet specified how the delay will affect existing construction timelines or budgets.

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Why was the West Seattle light-rail extension delayed?

The delay is due to Sound Transit's need to acquire additional properties and secure $465 million for them.

Who is affected by this delay?

Commuters who were expecting earlier access to the light-rail service and property owners in the area are affected.

What happens next for the West Seattle light-rail extension?

Sound Transit will continue its efforts to acquire the necessary properties and secure funding, with a new target completion date of 2035.

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