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Homekey Plus conversion of Antioch motel moves closer as HCD staff recommends award
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CSH and city staff said HCD has recommended the CSH Mahogany/Homekey Plus application for 85 supportive housing units at the former Comfort Inn; NEPA work is underway and staff expect HCD’s internal loan committee to review the recommendation within weeks.
City staff and CSH representatives updated the City Council March 10 on progress toward converting the former Comfort Inn (2436 Mahogany Way) into 85 permanent supportive housing units under Homekey Plus.
CSH said HCD staff has recommended the project for award of Proposition 1 funds (up to $34.9 million in state Homekey Plus funding). Staff described next steps: completion of NEPA environmental review, HCD’s internal loan‑committee consideration, and a planned return to council for final award authorization if HCD confirms funding. City staff noted a potential use of $750,000 in CDBG or other local acquisition assistance for the initial purchase if the grant is approved.
CSH representatives described a project model that includes 24/7 security, on‑site case management and links to behavioral‑health partners; they emphasized readiness to begin acquisition activity once NEPA and HCD approvals are in place. Staff and CSH said the timeline is contingent on HCD’s award schedule, but they expect construction rehabilitation and occupancy to proceed within the Homekey timelines once awarded.
Council members asked about timing, predevelopment funding and the city’s role in NEPA; staff said the city is contracting the NEPA work now and expects to return with a formal award item in late spring or early summer, depending on HCD’s formal decision.
