Development News for Menlo Park, California

Menlo Park Council Reviews Downtown Housing Development Proposals for Parking Plazas

The City Council of Menlo Park held a study session to hear presentations from three development teams regarding proposals for downtown development on parking plazas 1, 2, and/or 3. The project aims to meet local housing needs by providing affordable housing close to downtown jobs, services, and transit, as included in the city's housing element as Program H4G. Key objectives include providing at least 345 affordable housing units, replacing existing public parking, meeting regional housing needs allocation, and improving downtown vitality with potential community benefits like pocket parks and open spaces. No action was taken during the study session; the council provided direction on next steps and accepted public comment.