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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
Street view near 375 Hamilton
Map of 375 Hamilton
  1. 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.

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  2. May 21, 2026 update

    Staff identified the project as an anticipated item for the June 4 meeting.

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  3. May 7, 2026 schedule update

    Staff identified the project as planned for an upcoming Architectural Review Board meeting.

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  4. April 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.

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  5. April 14, 2025 City Council next-stage approval

    The liaison reported that City Council approved the project's next stages on April 14, 2025.

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  6. April 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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