203 residential units.
21 stories.
261 automated parking garage with 41 bike parking spaces.
13 units are affordable.
Used density bonus here for extra FAR.

Developer: http://wphholdings.com/

Architect: https://studio-111.com/

Story:

This was the former well reviewed Long Beach Cafe location. Opened in 1988, it was a beloved cafe that fell victim to the pandemic in the summer of 2020.

The new project is an infill high-rise development, strategically positioned to add to the downtown atmosphere. To maximize the project's contribution to housing and efficient land use, we used the City's density bonus program, which granted us additional Floor Area Ratio (FAR) beyond the standard zoning limitations.

To address the project's intensification, the City required an Addendum to the previously certified Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) for the Downtown Plan (PD-30). This analysis confirmed that the modified project would not result in any new or substantially more severe environmental impacts than those previously analyzed, ensuring the project remains in full compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Furthermore, the project is adjacent to a historic property. Recognizing the community's vested interest in preserving its architectural heritage, our team engaged with adjacent residents to discuss concerns regarding the new building's potential visual, shadow, and potential construction impacts on the historic landmark. The project approval includes conditions of approval to ensure that the adjacent historic building will be protected from any impacts resulting from construction of the new building.

If you are navigating complex zoning hurdles or neighborhood sensitivities, we’d like to discuss how to align your project with both state laws and community needs.