Building permits were requested for the 22-story, 303-unit residential development at Rockridge Geotechnical’s site at 1101-1123 Sutter Street in San Francisco. Of the 303 residences, 102 will be affordable, allowing the project to use the State Density Bonus. Along with housing, the complex will include 2,800 square feet of commercial space, a 4,000-square-foot childcare facility, and on-site parking for cars and bicycles.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/new-building-permit-requested-for-1123-sutter-street-san-francisco.html

A mixed-use office complex at Rockridge Geotechnical’s 1900 Broadway site in Redwood City was approved, allowing for the development of an intertwined affordable housing project. The building at 1900 Broadway will contain 238,000 square feet of office space, 10,060 square feet of retail space, a community room, and a publicly accessible plaza. 1900 Broadway is part of a joint proposal with 72 units of off-site affordable housing at 847 Woodside Road, and because of local laws, the approval given to 1900 Broadway will allow the affordable housing construction process to move forward.

From San Mateo Daily Journal: https://www.smdailyjournal.com/news/local/redwood-city-oks-joint-development/article_9a4a661a-9668-11ef-90f5-0bc0d40d5af8.html

Plans are moving forward for a Berkeley Unified School District workforce housing development at 1701 San Pablo Avenue, one of Rockridge Geotechnical’s sites. The project, which received funding from Berkeley’s Affordable Housing Bond, will create 110 new residential units; of those 110 units, 80 will be affordable. Though these units will be available to the public, Berkeley Unified School District employees will receive priority. The six-story complex will also contain amenities such as a shared landscaped courtyard.

From San Francisco Business Times: https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2024/11/25/berkeley-teacher-housing-missing-middle.html

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/12/limited-partnership-formed-for-affordable-teacher-housing-at-1701-san-pablo-avenue-berkeley.html

Permits were filed for a seven-story mixed-use development at Rockridge Geotechnical’s site at 2154 MacArthur Boulevard in Oakland. The complex will contain 62 new units of housing, some of which will be affordable, though the exact number is yet to be specified. This residential building will also include 4,800 square feet of amenities and a 52-car garage. Moreover, the project will refurbish a single-story bank already on-site, turning it into retail space; this retail space will sit diagonally from the new residential complex.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/formal-application-filed-for-2154-macarthur-boulevard-in-dimond-district-oakland.html

The Berkeley Design Review Committee will be reviewing plans for the 17-story mixed-use complex at Rockridge Geotechnical’s 2274 Shattuck Avenue site. The development will create 227 new residential units while incorporating the existing United Artists Theater façade, making it an entry way for a café and residential lobby. Overall, the building will include 865 square feet of retail space and on-site parking for 137 bicycles.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/meeting-tomorrow-for-2274-shattuck-avenue-in-downtown-berkeley.html

Permits were filed for a five-story housing complex at Rockridge Geotechnical’s site at 1708 Harmon Street in Berkeley. The 100% affordable development hopes to create 80 residential units for seniors across two connected wings, each with 40 apartments. The complex will be behind the Ephesians Church Of God In Christ, and a ground-level plaza will connect the housing with the church. On-site parking will be included for cars and bicycles.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/updated-permits-for-1708-harmon-street-in-berkeley.html

Plans are being reviewed for a seven-story residential development at 888 El Camino Real in Menlo Park, one of Rockridge Geotechnical’s sites. The 41-unit complex will replace a restaurant currently on the site, and five of the 41 units will be designated as affordable, allowing developer Worldco Company to implement a density bonus. Amenities at 888 El Camino will include a 40-car garage and open space.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/plans-under-review-for-888-el-camino-real-menlo-park.html

A new residential treatment facility for special needs youth was proposed at Rockridge Geotechnical’s 3800 Coolidge Avenue site in Oakland. The development would include eight dormitories, a gymnasium, and administrative offices. The two buildings currently on-site will likely be demolished.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/special-needs-youth-treatment-facility-at-3800-coolidge-avenue-dimond-district-oakland.html

Zoning worksheet permits were filed for the affordable housing development at Rockridge Geotechnical’s site at Mandela Station Parcel T3 in Oakland. The complex would yield 241 new units of housing along with 12,850 square feet of retail space and on-site parking. Moreover, the development is adjacent to the West Oakland BART station, making this a transit-oriented development. The approved plan for the entire Mandela Station redevelopment includes the construction of 762 apartments, 300,000 square feet of office space, retail space, and a public park below the West Oakland BART station.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/permits-for-affordable-housing-at-mandela-station-west-oakland.html

The Palo Alto Planning Commission is set to review plans for a seven-story residential development at 3150 El Camino Real, one of Rockridge Geotechnical’s sites. The complex will create 368 new apartments, and of those 368 units, 74 will be designated as affordable. Amenities will include a ground-level courtyard featuring a fitness court, hot tub, pool deck, outdoor barbecue, and zen garden, as well as a rooftop floor with three decks that will include a pet play area, a lounge overlooking the central courtyard, and a second barbecue pit. Additional amenities will include a fitness center, co-working room, and on-site parking.

From SFYIMBY: https://sfyimby.com/2024/11/meeting-tomorrow-for-3150-el-camino-real-palo-alto.html