Development
Explore the latest updates on real estate development in Santa Monica. Our coverage includes major projects, city council decisions, and trends shaping the community’s housing landscape. From luxury high-rises to affordable housing initiatives, stay informed about how these developments impact our neighborhoods and local economy. Discover insights into zoning changes, community feedback, and the future of Santa Monica’s urban planning.
Affordable housing project at 14th, Wilshire receives ARB approval
An affordable housing push in Mid-City received a key recommendation this past week. At the Feb. 3 meeting of the...
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New plans call for an 18-story building high-rise at 1437 6th Street
A recent presentation to the Santa Monica Architectural Review Board (ARB) offered a first look at updated renderings of a...
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Debris removal moves into Phase 2 as Pasadena schools become first to have sites cleared
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers launched Phase 2 of wildfire debris removal in Los Angeles County on Tuesday, beginning...
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Will housing be built when Santa Monica Airport closes?
In only the second full City Council meeting of 2025, the slow-simmering subject of the future of Santa Monica Airport...
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The LA County fires devastated homes in what’s called the Wildland Urban Interface
In just a single month, 2025 is the second most destructive fire year in California history, with more than 16,000...
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Pre-fire rent report shows robust year-over-year declines
Housing prices have gone haywire post wildfire with officials warning of scams, price gouging or just immoral attempts to raise...
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Officials say LA fire zones remain unsafe for repopulation as cleanup begins
Officials warned Wednesday that evacuated residents may need to wait at least another week before repopulation in areas devastated by...
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Vertical construction complete for Vons site while Colorado site is heard by ARB
A new milestone has been hit for one of Downtown’s largest construction projects. Vertical construction has been completed at the...
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New law could help tenants facing eviction stay in their homes
Tenant advocates suffered a big defeat this fall when California voters decided against expanding cities’ ability to limit rent increases....
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New Council, new priorities: first meeting streamlines some home construction
In an attempt to reduce the time and cost associated with developing new housing in the City, Councilmembers voted to...
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