Santa Monica project points the way to easing California's housing shortage

Santa Monica project points the way to easing California's housing shortage

A few days ago, Santa Monica’s city and civic figures ceremonially opened a 13-unit apartment complex called Berkeley Station for low-income families and young adults – exactly the sort of housing that California needs the most. It is remarkable in two respects. Its location in one of the state’s most affluent coastal cities is one notable aspect. Other coastal cities have been notoriously resistant to high-density projects for low- and middle-i…

Santa Monica's First Modular Housing Opens: 13 Units

Santa Monica marked a milestone in its effort to address the regional housing crisis Thursday with the ribbon cutting of Berkeley Station, the city's first modular affordable housing development, offering 13 affordable apartments for low-income families and young adults facing housing insecurity.The project — a partnership between the city of Santa Monica, nonprofit developer Community Corporation of Santa Monica and social services provider St.…