What are the offsetting benefits supporting Planned Development designation?
A. The neighborhood behind 1817 Soquel Avenue will remain as it is. The character of the development between the neighborhood and Soquel Avenue is designed to provide a transition between the commercial corridor and the single family neighborhood. We will be identifying the offsetting benefits of 1817 Soquel Avenue in our application to the City as we move forward with the development. Benefits will include the improving the retail businesses at the site; enhancing the pedestrian friendly nature of the area by widening the sidewalks, providing new sidewalks and adding street trees; including a community meeting room; storm drain and other infrastructure upgrades on Trevethan, provision of workforce housing and transit oriented development, Green Building practices and sustainable Green Building operations. 1817 Soquel will also strengthen the program and sustainability of two nonprofit organizations that provide a range of programs serving the neighborhood and the wider community.
