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.
Council to adopt new water rates later this year
The City of Santa Monica is preparing to establish new water rates for the next five years and officials will...
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Citywide – National Charity League, Inc., Westside Chapter Celebrates The Senior Class Of 2019 For Philanthropic And Leadership Achievements
On Saturday, March 16, the Westside Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. honored 15 Los Angeles area high school seniors...
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District details efforts to curtail pesticide use
There are but few certainties in this life: death, taxes, and ongoing maintenance on aging equipment and schools in the...
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SMMUSD proposes naming new facilities after Obamas
A learning facility within the Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District could soon be named after a former president and...
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Senior housing heads to ARB for discussion
A development that will provide 56 affordable apartments for seniors downtown is moving forward Monday. The Architectural Review Board will...
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CORONA – Engineers raise risk level for Southern California dam
A new assessment by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers raises concern about the potential for failure of the spillway...
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CVS plans to open in former Downtown grocery store
CVS has filed paperwork to open a new store at the corner of 5th and Wilshire in the former Whole...
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Target hearing scheduled for May 20
Target is taking aim at a new store in Santa Monica with a preliminary hearing for a location at 420...
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Rent Control Board asking for restrictions on renovations
Landlords could no longer renovate occupied apartments without a tenant’s consent and would be prohibited from subdividing rent-controlled units under...
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Mother and son team staff UCLA medical center
When Devon Ballentine returns to work Monday it will be alongside the woman he spent the weekend celebrating with. ...
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