Security National Properties takes first step towards community housing project near Indianola cutoff

 

Security National Properties just filed an application as the first step for a community housing project near Indianola cutoff.  The appropriate paperwork was just submitted to the Board of Supervisors.

Security National' Properties Kenneth Carswell told me, "Northpoint Consulting Group filed the petition. The Board of Supervisors were all called to notify them of the petition being filed."

"We are not quite ready to release a unit count as we are in initial studies and have not yet determined that number," said Mr. Carswell. He handles Leasing and Operations at SNP.

Press Release:

In response to the housing shortage in Humboldt County, Security National Properties (SNP) has taken initial steps to begin development of a community housing project on its vacant property located between Arcata and Eureka, east of the Indianola Cutoff and Highway 101. The company today submitted to the Board of Supervisors a request to authorize the County Planning Department staff to begin the planning process for the project.

“Humboldt County, like much of California, is experiencing a housing crisis,” said Tim Callison, project manager at Security National Properties. “Based on our initial research, we believe the best use at this location is community housing to support the area’s general, workforce, and student population needs.”

The development will be built in compliance with the CalGreen requirements of the California Building Code and support the smart development already underway in the Humboldt area. SNP is committed to using high-quality sustainable systems and materials, electric energy and renewable resources, and building with carbon-reducing transportation options in mind. 

“As residents of Humboldt County ourselves, we are committed to a development that is economically sound, environmentally friendly, and supportive of quality community housing,” added SNP Project Manager Kenny Carswell. “The development will be designed in a way that respects the character of Humboldt County.” 

SNP is looking at a community housing development with easy access to Arcata and Eureka. Based on input from recent polling, as well as discussions with community members, initial design ideas include a mix of unit types in both apartments and townhomes, surrounded by native landscaping, pedestrian trails, and access to public transportation. 

The planning process will include conducting extensive technical studies on the property. SNP will be providing opportunities for community input as the project progresses in addition to community input opportunities provided by the County.

Security National Properties is a commercial real estate firm with operations in downtown Eureka. SNP focuses on transforming properties to serve local market and housing needs.