San Francisco isn’t the only California city grappling with affordable housing; down south, San Diego is making moves to address this pressing issue. In a decision that’s set to significantly reduce housing insecurity, the County of San Diego is stepping up to the plate. With a unanimous vote on Wednesday, the Board of Supervisors agreed to create 224 affordable homes on land that’s been doing little more than collecting dust.
These developments, strategically positioned in the City of San Diego’s Mid-City area and downtown Escondido, aim to securely put a variety of roofs over the heads of those in need. The location at 5202 University Ave. plans to house 90 low-income seniors. At the same time, an adjacent property will be transformed into 134 units for families and seniors, according to a recent article from the County of San Diego. Meanwhile, the Escondido project, located at 620 E. Valley Parkway is set up to create 134 affordable units for low-income seniors and a childcare center open for the public’s use.
The initiative to convert surplus public land to affordable housing fits neatly into the County’s broader strategy for tackling the housing crisis. This collaborative approach involves the County, the involved cities, and various affordable housing partners chipping in to address an issue that has long weighed heavily on the region…