A design review is scheduled for the eight-story condo that is supposed to replace the Manning's/Denny's building, despite the developers current lack of funding.

Developers, Rhapsody Partners, are still moving forward with the process to obtain a master-use permit, which includes a design review from a volunteer, city-appointed board, in hopes they can secure funding eventually.

The proposal description calls for an eight-story structure with 261 residential units above 32,307 square feet of retail space. Parking for 437 vehicles to be provided at ground level and below grade.

The developer will present information about the proposed design and how it responds to the Design Guideline priorities established at the Early Design Guidance Board meetings on March 26 and Dec. 17, 2007, regarding this site and proposal. The public may offer comments regarding the proposed design and, the Design Review Board will offer their recommendations on the design to the Director of Planning and Development.

Monday, Jan. 26, 2009, 8:00 p.m. in the Ballard High School Library, 1418 N.W. 65th St.