Tukwila Springs Redevelopment

These homes will be for people over the age of 50 who make less than 30% of the area median income and need supportive services. This could be seniors living on fixed income, veterans who may need extra support, or people experiencing homelessness who are in need of permanent homes.

We will design these units for single occupancy. There may be instances where couples would share a room, but there is no plan to create family units in this property.

There will be staff on site. It is very early in the redesign process, so more information will be available once we get into the construction phase.

The security system will include surveillance cameras at entry doors, and key card access for residents. The electronic locking system will be coordinated with quiet hours.

The building will have a dining area and a large common kitchen where residents can gather to cook meals together. At minimum, each unit will have a mini-fridge and a microwave, while some will have kitchenettes. 

The existing parking areas will be restriped, providing 22 parking spaces. Based on similar past projects, we anticipate most residents will rely on public transportation or ride-sharing services. 

There will be quiet hours that residents will need to abide by but the times and duration have yet to be determined.

The existing exterior lighting will be removed and replaced with energy-efficient fixtures designed to avoid shining onto neighboring properties. Some new pathway light fixtures will be added to improve safety and security for residents.

The building will be a non-smoking facility but HACC will likely designate an outdoor area for residents who choose to smoke. The location of this area has yet to be determined. 

This is something that HACC is supportive of but the ultimate decision will be made by the City of Gladstone.

No. The funding for this project comes from the Metro Housing Bond and Low Income Housing Tax Credit equity.

No.

This will be determined once the scope of work has been finalized.

The timeline for this project will be influenced by several factors, including the land use process with the City of Gladstone, funding availability and determination of the scope of work. Please check the website for updates.

This project will retain as many of the existing trees as possible. The design team has been working with a Certified Arborist to determine the best plan for this. A small number of trees are in poor health, or have been identified as invasive species, and will need to be removed.