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.
Civic Center field contracts up for approval Tuesday
Council will consider more than $5M in total spending for the new field at the Civic Center this week. As...
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Westside together – Mental Health and the Role of Trauma-Informed Care
Louisa Johnston, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, The People Concern We often hear misguided assumptions about the causal relationship between physical...
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Fresh Finds: Cool, Wet Weather a Boon to Some Crops, Bane to Others
by Tatiana Blackington James May is always glorious at the Santa Monica Farmers Market, offering up jewel-like berries, mountains of...
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Possible revisions to zoning rules unit residents on height but split opinions on accessory buildings
Residents were generally in favor of reduced height limits for single family neighborhoods at a recent community meeting but divisions...
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MAINopoly to bring fun, food and old-school Santa Monica feel to Main Street
Main Street is known for a lot of things -- the food scene, the mom and pop businesses -- but...
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MALIBU – City of Malibu and Sheriff’s Department Roll Out Beach Team and Additional Patrols
As the community prepares to welcome millions of visitors who come to enjoy Malibu’s world-famous beaches, mountains and scenery, the...
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Downtown – Stephen M. Silverman Presents The Amusement Park
Santa Monica Public Library presents Stephen M. Silverman, discussing his new book, The Amusement Park: 900 Years of Thrills and...
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Citywide – SMMUSD Announces New Director of Purchasing, David E. Malone
The SMMUSD Board of Education approved the appointment of David E. Malone, CPSM as the new director of purchasing at...
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Citywide – New Roads Middle School Crowned ‘streets To The Seas’ Champions For Third Consecutive Year
For the third year in a row, New Roads School’s Middle School students were named Streets to Seas champions. The...
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Santa Monica’s mural maestro
Throughout Santa Monica, your eyes will come across many a mural. Some bear the likeness of a famous food critic,...
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