The University Commons Project has been renamed the Davis Collection and new, updated information can be found by clicking on this link. 

The University Commons Project would redevelop the University Mall site and entail reconfiguration and replacement of the existing site and buildings to create a new mixed-use development. The proposed project would intensify and revitalize the center and result in approximately 264 residential units (894 beds) in 4 residential floor levels, 150,000 sf of ground level retail uses, and a 3-level parking structure.

Approved building heights may be up to 72 feet to the highest top plate with 5 floors consisting of a one-story retail podium with a parking structure behind and up to 4 residential floors above. The retail podium may accommodate one or two retail floors. The proposed project entitlements for a General Plan Amendment and Rezone address the general development intensity, standards, uses, and design concept. 

Final Documents 
ORD 2584 University Commons PD 03 18 Rezone 
ORD 2585 University Commons Development Agreement 
RES 20 124 University Commons CEQA Findings 
RES 20 125 University Commons Intent to Amend General Plan 
RES 20 126 University Commons Apportion Fees Funds 
RES 20 199 GPA 2020 Batching

MEETINGS

City Council - August 25, 2020 
Final approval documents for City Council approval on the consent calendar. City Council certified the EIR and approved a General Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Demolition, and Development Agreement for the project. However, additional planning applications for the final site layout and building architectural design are also required for City review and approval.

City Council (Continued) - August 18, 2020 Continued City Council hearing. Approval by City Council by a 3-2 vote with project adjustments and direction to staff to return on August 25, 2020 with updated approval documents for approval on the consent calendar.

City Council Hearing - July 21, 2020
City Council hearing to review and consider the University Commons Project and the EIR. City Council opened the hearing, had presentations from staff and the applicant, listened to public comments, and closed the public hearing. City Council provided questions for staff and the applicant and continued the item to August 18.

Planning Commission Hearing - May 27, 2020 
The Planning Commission will consider the project and the EIR for a recommendation to City Council.

 

Planning Commission Meeting - December 11, 2019
The Planning Commission is scheduled to review and comment on the Draft EIR on December 11, 2019.

Bicycle, Transportation, and Street Safety Commission Meeting - November 14, 2019
The BTSSC is scheduled to review and comment on the Transportation Section and analysis of the Draft EIR on November 14, 2019.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

University Commons Environmental Review Documents, including the Draft EIR and Final EIR..

PROJECT MATERIALS 

Project Description (April 2020) 
Site Plan - Ground Retail Level (February 2020) 
Site Plan - Upper Residential Levels (February 2020)
Parking Exhibit (March 2020)  

Building Height Exhibit (April 2020)

Building Renderings and Design Concept 

Loading Dock Area and North Elevation Concept  

Bicycle Parking & Circulation Exhibit (March 2020)
Bicycle Path Design Options 
Plaza Spaces Exhibit (March 2020)
Tree Removal Exhibit  
Shadow Study 

Supplemental Information
Occupancy Management Program 
Parking Management Program 
Sustainability Summary 

Supplemental Commitments Letter for City Council - July 16, 2020

Supplemental Information Letter and Exhibits for City Council - August 8, 2020

Reports
Arborist Report
Cultural Resources Report (September 2018) 
Cultural Resources - Supplemental Responses (March 2019)
Phase 1 Environmental Report (for Appendices, contact the Planning Department) 

Site Access and Circulation Review Memo (April 2019)

NOTE: Photo renderings are provided by the project applicant and should be considered artistic depictions. While the photo renderings are based on project plans, they are conceptual and are not intended to represent the exact development, improvements, or landscaping for the project.