First Community Housing plans to build 52 energy-efficient, 100% affordable apartments (efficiencies, one- and two- bedrooms) at the corner of Lincoln and Market in downtown Salinas, for seniors age 55 and over who are at 40%-60% AMI with 25 units set aside for the chronically ill.
OJK Architecture and Planning is an award-winning architectural firm that will provide a gateway building to Salinas’ downtown as part of the ongoing downtown revitalization process. Plans for the building include a green, living roof. Amenities include:
- On-Site Manager and Maintenance Staff
- Laundry Facility
- Community Room/Lounge
- Computer Lab
- Vending Room
- Picnic Tables/BBQ
- Each unit wired for Internet access
- Energy-efficient windows
- Adjacent to downtown retail, civic center and transit center
- Green living roof
- Ground Floor Commercial Space
The plan includes 3,000 square feet of commercial space on the ground floor, with on-site parking for customers/clients and visitors.