Planning Housing Planning District 4

Northside Affordable Homes

A public-private partnership is planning mixed-income homes near schools, transit, and neighborhood services on a city-owned property.

Northside Affordable Homes project area and community engagement concept.
Project notice: Planning The development team will refine the site concept and publish affordability, parking, and traffic assumptions before the first public workshop.
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Project overview

A public-private partnership is planning mixed-income homes near schools, transit, and neighborhood services on a city-owned property.

What this project delivers

  • Approximately 120 income-restricted rental homes.
  • Family-sized units, resident services, and a community room.
  • Energy-efficient buildings organized around a shared courtyard.

Community involvement

The early planning phase includes listening sessions with nearby residents, housing applicants, service providers, and the Northside neighborhood association.

Participants emphasized accessibility, neighborhood character, and measurable public benefits throughout delivery.

Community engagement summary

What happens next

The development team will refine the site concept and publish affordability, parking, and traffic assumptions before the first public workshop.

Project team

Housing & Community Development leads the work with Procurement, Communications, operations staff, and community partners.

Project timeline

Updated July 17, 2026

  1. Discovery and scope

    May 1, 2026 – April 1, 2027

    Discovery and scope for Northside Affordable Homes, including documented decisions and public updates.

    Current phase · 72% complete
  2. Community review

    April 1, 2027 – March 1, 2028

    Community review for Northside Affordable Homes, including documented decisions and public updates.

  3. Design and approvals

    March 1, 2028 – January 30, 2029

    Design and approvals for Northside Affordable Homes, including documented decisions and public updates.

  4. Delivery and closeout

    January 30, 2029 – December 31, 2029

    Delivery and closeout for Northside Affordable Homes, including documented decisions and public updates.

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