Renderings have been revealed for a proposed affordable housing infill at 3720 Telegraph Avenue in Mosswood, Oakland. The project proposal includes the construction of a new six-story building offering residential units at affordable rates. The project would replace an existing two-story motel that was converted into affordable housing during the pandemic.
Danco Group is responsible for the application. HKIT Architects is responsible for the designs.
3720 Telegraph Avenue Floor Plans via HKIT Architects
Danco Group is currently managing the Temescal Commons at 3720 Telegraph Avenue. New plans were filed to construct a six-story apartment building with 46 units and a ground-level garage. Of that, 45 units will be designated as permanent supportive housing, ranging in size from studios to one-bedrooms. A two-bedroom unit will be created for the on-site property manager. Bicycle parking will be connected to the lobby. The second floor will include office space for the manager and residential services, a community room, amenities, and a landscaped outdoor balcony.
3720 Telegraph Avenue Elevations via HKIT Architects
The developer converted the former motel into affordable housing using funds from Project Homekey and the City of Oakland. The 22-unit property was converted into permanent supportive housing, with a priority for Veterans with a VASH voucher. One unit is occupied by the on-site manager.
Renderings are now published that showcase a podium-style structure clad in flat metal panels and tree-lined sidewalks. According to the application, “the facility will be open 24/7 and will employ management and services staff on-site.:”
The estimated construction timeline has not been announced yet.
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Yikes. I hope these things can get painted to something less ugly sometime in the future — for instance hot pink.
How to apply for a 1 or. 2 bedroom unit