Update 8/12/25: Seattle Fire says the cause was a dumpster fire in the alley behind Ballard Collective. The fire response included 55 firefighters, seven engines, four ladder trucks, Rescue Company 1, along with medical and aid units. They estimate $70,000 in damages.
Original: A fire broke out at the Ballard Collective (1766 NW Market St) on Friday night.
Seattle Fire responded to the blaze at about 9 p.m. on Aug. 8 and had it extinguished by 10 p.m. No injuries are reported.
SFD says the cause is still under investigation.
Ballard Collective is a place where artists, instructors, healing practitioners, and small business owners sell their work, run classes, and rent space. It’s located in the former Ballard Blossom building, which has had several iterations of development plans over the years, including a 7-story hotel.
The latest plans are for an 8-story, 252-unit apartment building with retail and parking for 135 vehicles. Along with 1766 NW Market St, the project area includes a one-story building currently leased to Ballard Sip and Ship, an Allstate Insurance location, and a law office building.
Photos: Cesar Canizales