Three phases of family-friendly housing development and services over the next 10 years to total 367 affordable apartments ranging in size from studios up to three bedrooms (63% of all apartments will be 2- and 3-bedroom homes).

• Phase 1 with 129 apartments
• Phase 2 with 133 apartments
• Phase 3 with 105 apartments
• Set-aside for in-home childcare apartments, and afterschool and summer programming

• Expand Christie Park by adding at a minimum 6,000 square feet, sufficient for a full-size basketball court
• New pedestrian connection between Christie Avenue and the Public Market
• Upgraded access to major bike lanes
• Transform industrial 59th Street easement into a vibrant shared street

EAH Housing will prioritize green building, reducing carbon and energy uses, alternative transportation modes for residents, and construction efficiency across phases. In addition, an innovative partnership with nonprofit Bay Area Bike Rescue, housed in a prominent ground-floor retail space, will allow this nonprofit to provide free and low-cost bikes, safety training, bike maintenance, and volunteer opportunities for residents and community members.

• EAH Housing
• David Baker Architects
• DCI Engineers
• GLS Landscape | Architecture

Affordable Housing

What Is Affordable Housing?
A home is generally considered affordable if a household pays 30% or less of their gross income (before taxes are taken out) towards rent. This term usually refers to tax credit financing housing which is intended to serve households who are at or below 60% AMI, which in Alameda County is $85,680.

How Is Affordable Housing Usually Funded?

Usually, affordable housing projects are funded with a combination of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, State, County, and local funding sources. The Christe Avenue sites will most likely be funded with Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and Bonds, State funding, and Local Emeryville Affordable Housing Bond funding.

How Long Will The Project Remain Affordable?

 A minimum of 55 years. EAH Housing works to ensure perpetuity.

Community Benefits

What Are The Services Offered To Residents?

​Residents will have access to a wide range of benefits and resources. Residents will have access after school facilities and programs, ample community and outdoor space, tablets in our learning center and teen lounges. Our resident service coordinators will have year-round social programs including community gathering, multicultural events, volunteer opportunities, wellness activities, and our EAH StayWell! initiative.

What Benefits Can Non-Residents Have Access To?

​The greater Emeryville community will have access to multiple community benefits that have been including the expansion of Christie Park, the inclusion of sustainable commercial use with the partnership of EAH and Bay Area Bike Rescue, a new pedestrian connection between Christie Avenue and the Public Market, improvement of 59th Street, and the public art​ installations. 

The Perennial Team welcomes all community members to engage in the development process. The Perennial Team will hold numerous engagement meetings with neighbors, neighborhood associations, businesses, and general community members. We encourage all community members to sign up for our mailing list to stay informed about upcoming events. Community members can also email us at [email protected] with any questions, concerns, or general feedback, or fill in the form below.

Upcoming Events:

TBD

Past Events:

• Community Meeting – October 21, 2023
• Emeryville National Night Out – August 1, 2023
• Planning Commission – July 27, 2023
• Community Meeting – May 30, 2023
• Community Engagement 1 Presentation
• Healthy Families and Egg Fest – 4/8/2023
• Public Art Committee – 5/11/2023
• Park and Rec Committee – 5/1/2023
• Housing Committee – 4/5/2023