Paso Robles celebrates grand opening of Sunrise Villas affordable housing community

The March 18, 2025, City Council meeting in El Paso de Robles, California, focused on the recent grand opening of the Sunrise Villas Apartments, a new low-income housing community. The meeting began with expressions of gratitude towards Lonnie, a key figure in the project, for his leadership and dedication to the community.

During the meeting, a certificate of recognition was presented to the city from John Laird, the representative of the seventeenth district, acknowledging the successful completion of the Sunrise Villas. This new development includes 69 residential units, comprising 16 one-bedroom, 32 two-bedroom, and 23 three-bedroom apartments. All units are rent-restricted for individuals with incomes ranging from 30% to 60% of the area median income, addressing a significant need for affordable housing in the region.

Council members highlighted the importance of these units for working families in sectors such as agriculture, hospitality, and retail. Lonnie discussed the selection process for the initial families moving into the apartments, noting that the units were filled within weeks of opening. He also mentioned the establishment of a waiting list, which currently has over 1,000 individuals, indicating a strong demand for affordable housing in the area.

The council members expressed their appreciation for the collaborative efforts that made the project possible, emphasizing the community's role in addressing housing needs. The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of the commitment to continue developing more housing solutions to meet the growing demand in El Paso de Robles.