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Development Proposal Sparks Concerns in Soquel and Seabright Neighborhoods

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

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A developer named Workbench filed a pre-application for a six-story building located at 1214 Soquel Ave. The site is near the intersection of Soquel and Seabright avenues. The proposals include two concepts: a 173-unit senior living facility or a 281-unit affordable housing development. Workbench stated that the company is currently focusing its efforts on the affordable housing direction.

From santacruzsentinel.com

Why it matters

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The development proposal is being reviewed by the Santa Cruz City Council. The area is viewed by some as a local center, and businesses currently operating at the site expect they may have to close if the development moves forward.

From santacruzsentinel.com

Who's involved

  • SoquelGeographic area where the proposed development is located.
  • SeabrightNeighborhood whose identity and infrastructure are impacted by the proposal.
  • Ace HardwareBusiness establishment operating at the site whose future is tied to the development outcome.
  • city councilLegislative body responsible for reviewing and ruling on the development applications.

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