Carmelita House – Permanent Supportive Housing

The project involves converting an existing two-story former convent wing in San Rafael, California, into a permanent supportive housing facility with nine private, leased, and locked bedrooms, each equipped with a private bathroom, designed for individuals at 30% Area Median Income or below who are chronically homeless, currently homeless, or at risk of homelessness and experiencing mental health challenges. Within the existing building footprint, common areas including a communal kitchen, shared eating space, and a laundry room will be added, while the exterior walls, hallway walls, roof, and overall structure remain unchanged. Non-structural renovations will be performed to accommodate the new use, along with the addition of a parking lot and full ADA accessibility compliance. Tree removal will occur as necessary to facilitate site improvements. Onsite supportive services will be provided, including case management and therapy, to ensure residents receive the comprehensive care needed to stabilize their living situations. The initiative is being managed by Marin County through its environmental planning office, with inquiries directed to Galen Main, Administrative Analyst, and the project is publicly flagged under the California Environmental Quality Act process.