Seattle luxury hotel sues neighboring vacant building over alleged rampant crime, seeks millions

The Astra Hotel, a four-star luxury hotel in Seattle’s South Lake Union, is suing the owners of a nearby vacant property that has allegedly become a hub for crime.

The owners of the hotel, located near the intersection of Terry Avenue and Thomas Street, filed a lawsuit with the U.S. District Court.

Seeking millions of dollars in damages, the owners claimed fires, trespassing, drug use, and lewd behavior have not only gone on at the unoccupied property, a Fred Rodgers building, but also have been visible from guest rooms, the hotel’s lounge, and the restaurant…

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