Tasman East Specific Plan Amendment +1500 units

The City of Santa Clara is proposing an amendment to the Tasman East Specific Plan to increase development density within the project area. This modification seeks to add 1,500 dwelling units, 20,000 square feet of retail space, 20,000 square feet of co-working space, and a 10,000-square-foot daycare center. The amendment maintains existing building height maximums of 220 feet and preserves residential densities ranging from 60 to 100 dwelling units per acre. The primary objective is to create a transit-supportive land use framework that promotes walkability and alternative transportation. The project is subject to extensive environmental review under CEQA, including a Subsequent Environmental Impact Report and a Supplemental Water Supply Assessment. Key technical requirements include compliance with Title 24 energy efficiency codes, the use of MERV13 or higher air filtration devices, and the implementation of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments. Mandatory safety protocols include pre-demolition asbestos surveys and soil cleanup based on specific target cancer risk and hazard quotient levels. Individual project construction is estimated to take approximately 18 months, with full buildout of the Specific Plan expected as early as 2030.