The City Council has approved the rezoning of the Arrow Linen site, facilitating the construction of 250 apartments, 100 of which will be affordable. The approved R7A zoning allows up to eleven stories; however, a Community Benefits Agreement limits the height to ten stories and reserves 40% of units as permanently affordable. This decision concludes the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure and has been hailed as a victory for housing advocates and local residents. Concerns persist regarding the enforcement of the height limit if the development partner changes owners.
The City Council's approval of the Arrow Linen rezoning is a significant victory for affordable housing and local community advocates, reflecting persistent efforts over nearly two years.
This project will provide 250 apartments, with 100 being affordable units, adhering to a Community Benefits Agreement that guarantees deep affordability and limits building height.
Despite the successful rezoning initiative, concerns remain about enforcing the ten-story limit cautioned by local group Housing Not High-Rises, especially if ownership changes.
Councilmember Shahana Hanif underscored the importance of this approval in the fight for community-focused affordable housing, celebrating the impact on local residents and constituents.
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