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 says all but 1 development in compliance
CITYWIDE — Only one of the 14 completed developments reviewed by city officials is not honoring its contract with City...
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SMRR board says can the Hines project
EVEN WORSE? Traffic stacks up on Tuesday afternoon at the corner of 26th Street and Olympic Boulevard. (Daniel Archuleta daniela@www.smdp.com)...
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Production company buys old post office
File photo DOWNTOWN — The producer of "True Grit" and "World War Z" now owns the old post office building....
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Construction projects approved near faults
DOWNTOWN — The cities of Los Angeles and Santa Monica have approved more than a dozen construction projects over the...
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Fairmont Miramar hotel selects architect
Fairmont Miramar Hotel (File photo) WILSHIRE BLVD — The owners of the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows have their architect....
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How small is too small for a development agreement?
File photo CITY HALL — Planning commissioners want to vet development projects smaller than the trigger numbers proposed by city...
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Pico, Ocean Park have most affordable units, but not all
CITYWIDE — City Hall recently opted to sell a million dollar single-family home located north of Wilshire Boulevard and set...
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Proposed SM Place theater could be first of many Downtown
COMING ATTRACTION: A movie theater may be coming to the third floor of Santa Monica Place. (Daniel Archuleta daniela@www.smdp.com) SANTA...
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Commissioners give hotel developer list of demands
GOING AWAY? This building on Colorado Avenue is slated to be replaced by a hotel. (Daniel Archuleta daniela@www.smdp.com) DOWNTOWN —...
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Public gets look at Memorial Park plan
A worker leaves the construction site of the Expo Light Rail Line at the corner of 17th Street and Colorado...
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