Housing
Stories covering new housing developments, affordable housing policy and homelessness


Meadowlark Subdivision housing project revisions approved
A 98-home development at San Bernardino and Wabash Avenues moves forward with updated designs.

Inland Empire Down Payment Assistance Program aims to close wealth gap
New initiative offers up to $40K for first-time homebuyers in underserved communities.

City Council approves Measure U exemption for mixed-use development near downtown train station
The proposed project to bring 85 apartments and commercial space within walking distance of Metrolink.

Volunteers needed for annual homeless Point-In-Time count
Redlands and San Bernardino County will partner to conduct the survey on Jan. 23.

Redlands strengthens homeless response with $5.3M grant and security contract
City council approves unarmed security for Step-Up facility and accepts state funding to address encampments along major corridors

City Council approves continued partnership with Step Up on Second for homeless housing
The agreement ensures ongoing management of the 98-unit supportive housing complex.

Redlands secures $5.3 Million to tackle homelessness
City to expand outreach team and explore funding for local nonprofits to provide supportive services

Virtual Insurance Town Hall to be held on Sept. 4
California Insurance Commissioner and Third District Supervisor to discuss the homeowner insurance crisis.

Newsom orders state agencies to dismantle homeless encampments, Redlands plans no changes
Gov. Newsom, driven by a key Supreme Court ruling, directs state agencies to address the issue with dignity and encourages local governments to follow suit.

Redlands rezoning project to make way for 2,400+ housing units by 2035
Most areas consist of orange groves or vacant land

San Bernardino County calls for state to take emergency action on home insurance crisis
The San Bernardino Board of Supervisors urges emergency measures to stabilize the property insurance market as major carriers exit California

Planning Commission approves 164-unit housing project with 50 low-income units
The project for additional units come as part of the state's density bonus law because the development will provide 50 low income units across the 492 unit complex.