Seabright Plaza redevelopment at 1214 Soquel Avenue
Santa Cruz
Summary
A developer proposes demolishing Seabright Plaza for a six-story mixed-use building, displacing Ace Hardware, the Bagelry, Akira and other neighborhood businesses. About fifteen speakers opposed, citing traffic, parking, lost jobs and neighborhood character — but it's only a preliminary application, with a community meeting September 29.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents raised concerns about lost city sales tax revenue and roughly 50 jobs at the affected businesses.
Ultimately the developer and future residents, if the project advances.
Opponents say existing businesses, their employees, and neighbors facing added traffic and parking strain.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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