A new fully affordable apartment building is moving forward at 3990 Wade Street in Mar Vista. The project will bring a five-story structure featuring 21 apartments to a site just east of Centinela Avenue.
The applicant and developer for the project is David Cohen of Elad Investment LLC. Architectural plans were prepared by Commun Associate.
3990 Wade Street Ground Floor Plan via Commun Associate
The development is advancing under Los Angeles’ Executive Directive 1 program, which streamlines the approval process for 100% affordable housing projects. Built on a 4,686-square-foot lot zoned R3-1, the building will offer a mix of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. One apartment will be reserved for an on-site manager, with the remaining homes available to low- and moderate-income households.
3990 Wade Street Section via Commun Associate
No automobile parking is included in the plans. Instead, the project will offer 22 long-term and 4 short-term bicycle parking spaces on site, emphasizing access to public transportation and non-car mobility.
3990 Wade Street Section 2 via Commun Associate
The building takes advantage of density bonus incentives to allow increased floor area, reduced open space requirements, and modified setbacks. These measures help fit more housing units into the compact site while preserving outdoor areas for residents.
3990 Wade Street South Elevation via Commun Associate
Renderings show a simple, modern design with clean rectangular forms. The exterior is divided into a two-tone color palette, with a gray upper façade and a white base. Repetitive window patterns and minimal detailing reflect a focus on efficiency and affordability. Landscaped planters and a transparent entryway activate the street frontage along Wade Street, while a rooftop deck will provide shared open space for residents.
3990 Wade Street West Elevation via Commun Associate
If approved, the development would contribute to the growing supply of affordable housing options in Mar Vista, a neighborhood facing steady demand for new residential construction.
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That’s one ugly building. -Jim
Bleak. Please try a little harder. At least it adds some density, but it could be more inviting.
lma0 at Jims comment. Hahahaha. Yeah but I would live there if it was a low income BRAND new unit, ay!