A presentation to the Pasadena Design Commission reveals a new look for a proposed affordable housing complex from Meta Housing Corp.
Colorado Grand Oaks, which would replace a stretch of empty commercial buildings at 2155 E. Colorado Boulevard, calls for the construction of a new six-story development featuring 214 residential units above parking for 109 vehicles.
Pedestrian Perspective View from Colorado Blvd. Looking WestStudio One Eleven
Plans call for a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom dwellings. With the exception of two market-rate manager's units, those apartments would be predominantly reserved for low-income renters, with some apartments also priced for very low- and extremely low-income households. As an affordable housing project, the proposal takes advantage of density bonus incentives to permit a larger building than would otherwise be allowed by zoning rules.
Studio One Eleven is designing the project, which is named for its cross streets of Colorado Boulevard and Grand Oaks Avenue.
Pedestrian Perspective View from Colorado Blvd. Looking EastStudio One Eleven
The updated design was intended to address feedback from an earlier consultation before the Design Commission regarding building massing, articulation, facade details, and urban design. A staff report indicates that earlier comments have been addressed, and recommends approval of consolidated design review for Colorado Grand Oaks.
Meta Housing is developing several large affordable housing projects across Los Angeles County, including new developments in Warner Center and Long Beach.
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