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.
City Hall may allow more nightlife on the Promenade
Officials say the Third Street Promenade needs restaurants and bars that give visitors a reason to s
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Vacation rentals and misuse of rent-controlled housing now subject to $1,000 fines
Property owners who rent units subject to Santa Monica’s rent control laws at market rates or conv
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Development displaces 80-year-old hobby shop
Jon Van Leuven played the role of a merchant, deftly sorting cards depicting silk, spices and gold o
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Know Before You Go – Monday, September 30, 2019
Week of September 30, 2019 ANNUAL WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT For the week of September 30, the contractor will be...
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City Hall streamlines the process for some building renovations
It could soon get a lot easier for Santa Monica homeowners to remodel their houses and replace their
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SMMUSD Bond Oversight Committee Accepting Applications for School Facilities Improvement District No. 1
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District’s School Facilities Improvement District No. 1 (Santa Monica schools) Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee for...
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Planners want Promenade’s future to look like its past
The sneaker store Skechers installed a row of undulating neon purple triangles above its glass store
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Construction Begins to Bring Improvements to North Beach Trail
Starting this week, the City of Santa Monica is upgrading the North Beach Trail to enhance safety and circulation at...
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Enhancements include widening the existing bike path, adding a separate walking path, and renovating Ocean Front Walk north of the...
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ARB to discuss expanding staff authority
MATTHEW HALL Daily Press Editor The Architectural Review Board will hold a special meeting this week to potentially expand the...
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