CHULA VISTA, Calif. (CNS) – Chula Vista has been awarded $8.61 million in Homekey+ funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development to turn the former Palomar Motel into permanent housing, it was announced Wednesday.
The former motel, located at 1160 Walnut Ave. in west Chula Vista, will be converted into studio apartments for very low-income residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness, with 20 units for individuals, seven units for veterans, and one on-site manager’s unit.
“Chula Vista has been a leader in helping individuals experiencing homelessness get off the streets,” Mayor John McCann said. “Winning $8.61 million in Homekey+ funds will allow us to create permanent supportive housing units for those with the greatest need for long-term housing and services.”…