In a bold move to address homelessness in South San Jose, the city is set to more than double the capacity of its Rue Ferrari tiny home site. By next year, 107 new units will be added, bringing the total to 270 beds, making Rue Ferrari the largest tiny home site in San Jose. This expansion, designed to help individuals transition from homelessness to stable, permanent housing, is a significant step in the city’s fight against the ongoing crisis.
A Milestone in Housing Solutions
The expansion was announced at a groundbreaking event by a coalition of city leaders, including Mayor Matt Mahan, Councilmember Sergio Jimenez, Congressman Jimmy Panetta, Housing Director Erik Solivan, and Public Works Director Matt Loesch. Congressman Panetta played a critical role, securing $1 million in federal funding to help finance the project.
“These sites are critical midpoints from homelessness to permanent housing,” Councilmember Jimenez told San José Spotlight. “The expansion will allow us to help even more residents stabilize their lives and prepare for a permanent home. I’m proud District 2 is stepping up to address this issue.”