Santa Cruz council tightens relocation assistance, adds tiered payments for short-term displacement Council adopted code amendments aligning relocation assistance and replacement-housing rules with state law and created a three‑tier schedule (0–14 days, 15–59 days, 60+ days) for payments; council also clarified the tenant definition and narrowed some city exemptions.

The Santa Cruz City Council has taken a bold step to enhance tenant protection by introducing a tiered payment system for relocation assistance that could change the landscape for renters.

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CalHFA board approves $36.5 million permanent loan for 831 Water Street in Santa Cruz The California Housing Finance Agency board on Oct. 16 approved Resolution 25-25 authorizing a $36.5 million first-lien permanent loan and a $4 million subordinate mixed-income loan to finance construction of 140 mixed-income units at 831 Water Street in Santa Cruz.

The California Housing Finance Agency has just approved a game-changing $36.5 million loan to bring 140 mixed-income units to Santa Cruz, paving the way for a brighter housing future!

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Building housing along these corridors and in downtowns helps to preserve the natural beauty of our open spaces, and lowers the cost of building and maintaining infrastructure.

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Santa Cruz council recognizes rent control progress amid housing affordability crisis Council addresses housing stability and affordability challenges during public discussions.

Santa Cruz is taking bold steps towards housing stability, but can it overcome the stark affordability crisis looming over its residents?

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Santa Cruz Council reviews downtown expansion plan amid housing crisis concerns Residents urge Santa Cruz council to prioritize affordable housing in downtown expansion plans.

The Santa Cruz City Council is at a crossroads, debating a downtown expansion project that could either solve the housing crisis or change the community forever.

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Santa Cruz Council debates downtown expansion amid housing and environmental concerns Residents urge council to prioritize affordable housing and community involvement in expansion plans.

Santa Cruz residents took to city hall, passionately debating the future of their downtown amidst urgent calls for affordable housing and environmental preservation.

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Santa Cruz plans mixed-use development with enhanced community features and accessibility Project set to begin construction in spring 2024, incorporating community feedback and design updates.

Santa Cruz is on the brink of a transformative mixed-use development that prioritizes community needs and enhances accessibility, set to break ground in spring 2026!

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Santa Cruz residents support new housing project addressing affordability and community needs Community members advocate for a transformative housing project to enhance Santa Cruz's vibrancy.

Santa Cruz residents are rallying behind a groundbreaking housing project that promises to revitalize the community and address the urgent need for affordable living options.

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Santa Cruz officials discuss innovative small housing units near beach City leaders explore flexible housing solutions to address single-person household needs.

Santa Cruz is taking bold steps to tackle the affordable housing crisis by proposing innovative duplexes that could revolutionize living options for the growing number of single-person households.

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Santa Cruz plans Newfoundland development to alleviate student housing crisis Newfoundland aims to house 300 students, easing pressure on local residential neighborhoods.

Santa Cruz is tackling its housing crisis head-on with the innovative "Newfoundland" development, designed to accommodate students while preserving homes for local families.

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Santa Cruz residents oppose 831 Almar Avenue student housing project at council meeting Local residents voice concerns over proposed six-story student housing project in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz residents are rallying against a controversial six-story housing project, fearing it will disrupt their community's character and increase traffic woes.

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