SBRA Advocates for Modifications to Proposed Wilshire/Westgate Mixed-Use Project
The Wilshire/Westgate area is the center of discussions regarding a proposed mixed-use development project. The South Brentwood Residents Association (SBRA) is urging the Council Office to consider modifications to the proposed project at 11905 Wilshire Boulevard. The seven-story development is designed to encompass 80 apartment units alongside retail space and 160 bike parking spaces, aiming to alleviate vehicular parking demands.
SBRA’s recommendations, deemed applicable to all Wilshire projects, encompass various aspects aimed at enhancing the project’s alignment with the community’s aesthetic and functional needs. Among these requests are:
Compliance with West Wilshire Community Design Overlay (WWCDO): The WWCDO mandates specific design elements, such as street trees, landscaping, and architectural features, intended to enhance the visual appeal and pedestrian-friendliness of Wilshire Blvd. west of the 405 freeway.
Alley Repaving: SBRA advocates for the repaving of the alley behind the project site, citing its current poor condition as a concern.
Privacy Measures: The association emphasizes the importance of designing projects to minimize privacy intrusion on existing residences, recommending proper elevation relative to adjacent buildings and the incorporation of screening elements.
The association’s letter concerning the project provides further details regarding SBRA’s requests, and additional considerations can be found here.
The proposed development has sparked community interest and involvement, reflecting the ongoing dialogue surrounding urban development and community integration within the Wilshire/Westgate area.
