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.
Proposed downtown Santa Monica development advances to Council
The Santa Monica Plaza, a proposed development at 4th/5th/Arizona, took another tentative step forward Wednesday night with a 4-1 vote...
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Reaching new heights?
By Michael Feinstein. Inside/Outside. June 03, 2015 The proposed City project at 4th/5th/Arizona presents unique planning opportunities for our community,...
Read more4th/Arizona project to head to Planning Commission
Editor's note: A previous iteration of this article incorrectly stated the number of parking spaces had substantially increased. The most...
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Hot Dog on a Stick to close for remodel
OCEAN FRONT WALK — The original Hot Dog on a Stick is scheduled to close later this year for a...
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The Market at Santa Monica Place undergoing ‘transition’
If you've been to the third level of the Santa Monica Place mall recently you might have noticed some striking...
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Tier 3 development talks turn heated amid zoning debate
On Wednesday, City Council debated dozens of issues presented in the new Zoning Ordinance but only a few of the...
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Council spars over density, housing in Zoning Ordinance Update
The people have spoken. Then City Council spoke for even longer. On Wednesday night, council debated 33 highlights that have...
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What does the future hold for Village Trailer Park, 802 Ashland?
Finally, after dozens of meetings about the updated Zoning Ordinance, the Planning Commission can get back to doing what it...
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ArcLight files plans for second Santa Monica theater
Construction of an ArcLight movie theater on the third level of the Santa Monica Place mall is underway but plans...
Read moreAppointing, but in what direction?
By Michael Feinstein. Inside/Outside. March 31, 2015. We have a new Planning Commissioner in Santa Monica — Carter Rubin —...
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