Planning Commission Advances Affordable Housing, Approves Cross Creek Plat, Considers Tourism District
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Affordable Housing Project on North Holladay Drive
The meeting began with a discussion on an affordable housing project proposed for North Holladay Drive. This project aims to develop 69 units of affordable housing on land originally given to the city by Clatsop County with the stipulation that it be used for affordable housing. The city has partnered with Related Northwest, who will be the developer and manager of these units. The project is named Pacifica and will feature three-story buildings with amenities such as a tot lot and community building.
During the public hearing, Steph Condor from Related Northwest expressed excitement about the project, emphasizing its importance for the community and the long-term affordability of the units. However, public opposition was voiced by a resident from Indian Way, who argued that the project would disrupt the peacefulness of the neighborhood and expressed concerns about traffic and the project's affordability for low-income residents.
Commissioner Gretchen Stahmer raised concerns about the project's integration with surrounding transportation facilities, given anticipated future developments at Seaside High School. Planning Director Jeff Flory responded that traffic studies indicated no significant impact, and ODOT had no comments on the project. Other commissioners inquired about ADA accessibility, parking, and the project's environmental sustainability features.