Development Of 710 Hamilton St

The County of San Mateo Department of Housing is seeking a qualified developer team to design, develop, and operate a mix of low, moderate, and middle-income affordable housing at 710 Hamilton St in Redwood City, California. The project involves the redevelopment of a 20,500 square foot County-owned site currently occupied by a law library, with a stated preference for housing public agency employees. The County will maintain land ownership through a long-term ground lease, while the developer will own and manage the improvements. The project must be all-electric and utilize sustainable building methods, with an expectation to seek GreenPoint Rated status or similar certifications like LEED or Energy Star. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. PDT. The selection process is based on a combination of the overall project concept and interviews, provided the developer meets minimum experience and capacity requirements. The County may contribute up to 80 percent of total development costs and has established a predevelopment loan agreement not to exceed 250,000 dollars. Key milestones include the notification of minimum qualifications during the week of November 16, 2026, and a final recommendation to the Board of Supervisors by January 26, 2027. Submissions must be provided digitally via PDF, with the financial proforma required in an unlocked Excel format.