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Conversion of 136 Ray Street to 92-unit housing

Summary

A nonresidential building in an RN-1 residential zone would become a 92-unit apartment building. The board approved it unanimously but only for three years, giving the city a future checkpoint.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
0

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

A 92-unit conversion could add rental housing stock to the neighborhood, though costs and any required improvements are unknown.

✅Who benefits

ST J Housing LLC gains approval for 92 housing units, and renters gain potential new apartments.

⚠️Who could be affected

Nearby residents may see increased traffic and parking demand around the property.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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