Housing
All posts regarding housing developments.
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A Deeper Look: San Benito High School District’s Embrace of Workforce Housing
The San Benito High School District is exploring workforce housing options to attract and retain teachers, as highlighted by their recent SB330 application for 1,000 homes and supportive facilities. With low housing availability and high competition for educators, the district aims to address affordability issues through initiatives like the Best Road housing project, prioritizing local… Continue reading
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Three Hollister Housing Projects Quietly Move Forward
Three Hollister housing projects saw movement in April, including new environmental review steps, a project extension, and the release of a draft impact report. From ADUs and duets to apartments and townhomes, the updates highlight continued interest in expanding housing across the region. Continue reading
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Builder’s Remedy: Formal Application Submitted for Gavilan Adjacent Housing Project
The county’s housing element certification halts new builder’s remedy submissions, but projects with preliminary applications can proceed. Moonflower Company LLC has applied for two projects: one with 45 townhomes and 104 single-family homes, including affordable units, and another with 90 townhomes near Highway 25, also featuring affordable housing. Continue reading
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Builder’s Remedy: SBHSD Proposes 1,000-Unit Mixed Development at Best Road
The San Benito County High School District is proposing a 1,000-unit multifamily workforce housing development, predominantly affordable, alongside retail and community facilities. A preliminary SB 330 application has been filed to preserve existing development standards. The project prioritizes housing for district employees and remains eligible for the Builder’s Remedy amid ongoing compliance efforts. Continue reading
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From Cannabis Cultivation, to Business Park, and Now Builder’s Remedy. San Felipe Project Puts on Display Local Government Struggles.
The proposed project in Hollister includes 269 housing units, with 215 market rate and 54 for low income, along with recreational and water treatment facilities. This follows previous development inquiries, including a cannabis cultivation proposal. It’s the second builder’s remedy application for the site, initiated on 9.23.2025. Continue reading
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Builder’s Remedy: Betabel Pivots from Roadside Attraction to Housing
Before you Begin The Betabel Project is a proposed project along Highway 101 and Betabel Road in San Benito County. The initial project would have been a roadside attraction that included a visitor’s center in the shape of a watering can, a restaurant, fruit stand, market, motel, gas station, outdoor event center, outdoor movie screen,… Continue reading
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Ridgemark Project: Draft Environmental Impact Report Currently Out for Public Comment
The Ridgemark Project, proposed in 2021, includes a 154-room hotel, 45,000 square feet of commercial space, 160 market-rate homes, and a 4-acre park. The draft environmental impact report is open for public comment until June 24, 2025, with significant improvements planned for Ridgemark Drive. Comments can be submitted to county officials. Continue reading