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.
Downtown development projects up for council approval
Two development agreements for new, mixed-use projects by prolific development company NMS Properties are up for debate at Tuesday's City...
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$55M Innovation Building unveiled at Samohi
When Dean Chien started as a freshman at Santa Monica High School three years ago, plans were already in motion...
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Pier board weighs car access, bridge replacement
Residents want the Pier experience to remain basically the same, albeit with potentially fewer cars and better pedestrian access. The...
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Return to sender
By Michael Feinstein. Inside/Outside. September 29, 2015 Santa Monica's iconic landmark post office at 5th and Arizona is in private...
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Activists consider anti-development ballot measure
Residocracy, the group that spearheaded a voter referendum against what was then the Hines Project, has posted a new e-petition...
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Lincoln Boulevard plans praised
Plans to redesign Lincoln Boulevardreceived an overwhelmingly positive response this week when presented to the Planning Commission at their Sept....
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Development at former Papermate site appears headed for approval
Monday night is the beginning (and possibly end) of the end for development at the once-controversial former Papermate factory. Reoccupation...
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Agreements approved for new apartment buildings downtown
A newly formulated Planning Commission approved development agreements for two new buildings owned by NMS Propertiesthis week. NMS has applied...
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Two mixed-use projects proposed for Downtown Santa Monica
The Planning Commission will debate two development agreements with NMS properties for new, mixed-used projects in Santa Monica at itsJuly...
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More kids allowed at residential child care center
Despite complaints from numerous neighbors, the Planning Commission agreed to let a residential child care center double the number of...
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