City project
Downtown Parking Garage Project
Replacement of Parking Lot D with a six-story downtown parking garage, with an area reserved for potential future affordable housing.
- Current status
- Planned for an upcoming Architectural Review Board meeting.
- Location
- 375 Hamilton
June 4, 2026 Architectural Review Board recommendation
The Board recommended approval subject to revising or re-evaluating the corner stair flare to preserve a minimum 5-foot pedestrian passage. Discussion also addressed the future housing interface, elevator placement, and future rooftop solar panels.
Read related coverageMay 21, 2026 update
Staff identified the project as an anticipated item for the June 4 meeting.
Read related coverageMay 7, 2026 schedule update
Staff identified the project as planned for an upcoming Architectural Review Board meeting.
Read related coverageApril 16, 2026: Public-art concept and fabrication funding approved
The Commission approved the conceptual design for an integrated stainless-steel artwork depicting locally rare or vulnerable plants, plus up to $237,000 for fabrication and delivery. Material details, including colored concrete or mesh behind the artwork, remain under development.
Read related coverageApril 14, 2025 City Council next-stage approval
The liaison reported that City Council approved the project's next stages on April 14, 2025.
Read related coverageApril 14, 2025: Council selects Option 1A for preliminary design and environmental review
Council selected Option 1A: a six-level, 274-space garage with separately accessed space on Waverley Street reserved for future affordable housing.
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