Silverstone Communities

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
WHEELER PLAZA
A Mixed-Use Development
San Carlos, California
Silverstone Communities
November 7, 2008
For information, please contact:
Jeff Gilman
Director of Acquisitions
Silverstone Communities
1733 Woodside Road, Suite 125
Redwood City, California 94061
Telephone: (650) 556-9639
Facsimile: (650) 556-0017
[email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I.
N ARRATIVE DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
II.
DEVELOPER IDENTIFICATION
III.
DEVELOPER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
IV.
PROPOSAL FOR DISPOSITION OF SITE
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FINANCIAL CAPACITY OF DEVELOPER
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I. Narrative Description of the Project
Design Concept:
Wheeler Plaza is proposed to be a dynamic addition to the fabric of Downtown
San Carlos. In keeping with the quaint, comfortable village flavor of Downtown,
our design will create vibrant pedestrian walkways accented by a community
fountain plaza along San Carlos Avenue; a graceful residential condominium
building that reflects the traditional architectural roots of the community; and
parking for both retail and residential that is convenient, but hidden away.
Design Direction:
From our extensive experience building urban infill communities, there are tour
major elements to be addressed in our design — the pedestrian experience, the
architectural presence, the vehicular function and the utility connections.
Pedestrian - Central to our design is an
inviting and colorful public plaza at the
corner of Walnut Street and San Carlos
Avenue. There are few opportunities
for such a community amenity for San
Carlos and this location will punctuate
the gateway to downtown from the
west. A dynamic water feature, tasteful
landscaping, and benches for sitting
and enjoying the sun will accent the
plaza. The plaza will also serve as an
entrance to the project and the pedestrian network beyond.
coffee house next to the plaza would add life and activity.
A flower shop and
This project will focus on enhancing and expanding the existing pedestrian
walkways that will weave through the
proposed community and connect the
Laurel Street retail corridor with Walnut
Street and San Carlos Avenue. Each of
the existing walkways will be upgraded
with landscaping and a significant hard
surface walkway (brick would seem to
tie best). These walks are a fabulous
opportunity to create a quaint pedestrian
level walking experience as shoppers
meander through the downtown retail
sector.
Architectural — The building design will be elegantly attractive, functional for the
residents and tenants and incorporate state of the art "green" features. The
building will be three and four stories of residential living space with accent retail
along Walnut Street and two to three levels of parking below. There will be
approximately 110 - 120 living homes with a mix of one, two and three bedroom
homes. The building itself will have superior architectural interest with elevation
facades that meander in and out to break up the horizontal massing of the
structure. It will also have significant variation in the ridgeline with varying roof
heights to soften the vertical massing. Accent appeal will be provided by cobbled
awnings, wooden trellises, detailed window trim, and carved eave cornices.
Inside the building will be a spacious landscaped courtyard for the residents
along with other amenities such as a spa, exercise facility, meeting room, BBC),
and rooftop garden.
We see the new retail along Walnut Street as housing smaller shops to continue
the retail flavor of Walnut, but not to compete with the core retail corridor along
Laurel Street. There retail spaces will add life and interest along the pedestrian
sidewalks. The existing retail along San Carlos Avenue will be converted into the
retail plaza with the remaining land to the east built out to house approximately
two retail spaces.
The building design will incorporate the latest in green construction and
technology. Our architect, BDE, is recognized as one of the leading authorities
on green design and we will push the green envelope as new efficiencies
emerge. Given the global climate conditions, we need to build responsibly.
Some of the features will include a living rooftop garden similar to the highly
acclaimed one atop the newly renovated San Francisco Academy of Sciences,
solar panels to augment the electrical loads, solar tube corridor lighting, tankless
water heaters, ultra sealed ductwork, energy efficient heating systems, high e'
value windows, recycle centers, and numerous other features.
Vehicular — The building will accommodate both retail parking and separate
residential parking. The existing 187 parking spaces will be replaced in their
entirety with a majority of ground level parking that is hidden behind landscaping
and architectural treatments. The retail parking will be easy to access and allow
shoppers to readily flow between their car and destination. We think the
shopping experience begins when people drive into the parking area and the
design will ensure that the parking levels are enjoyable spaces. The residential
parking will be below the retail parking and homeowners will access the podium
level above via high-speed elevators.
Utility
We are experts at incorporating our structures into the existing urban
infrastructure. InfiII locations are extremely challenging. It is critical first to
understand the needs of our neighbors and the city. Then design a system that
works with and improves the existing utility operations. In the case of Wheeler
Plaza, there are utility lines to be undergrounded on the east side of the site. In
addition, the retail spaces along Laurel and San Carlos Avenue all use the rear of
their properties for trash pick-up so the new interior street circulation pattern will
address these constraints as well And of course, we will work with PG&E,
water, storm, cable TV, sewer and the city engineering department to ensure all
the utility systems integrate seamlessly.
Wheeler Plaza, Silverstone Communities
Developer Identification
DEVELOPMENT TEAM:
Developer/Builder
Silverstone Communities — Northern California, LLC
John McMorrow, President
1733 Woodside Road, Suite 125
Redwood City CA 94061
Main: (650) 556-1700
Fax: (650) 556-0017
Email: [email protected]
www.silverstonecommunities.com
Legal Form: Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Architect
BDE Architecture
465 California Street, Suite 1200
San Francisco, CA 94104
www.bdearch.com
See Appendix for Relevant Experience
Landscape Architect
MPA Design
414 Mason Street, Suite 700
San Francisco, CA 94102
www.mpadesign.com
See Appendix for Relevant Experience
Engineer
BKF Engineering
255 Shoreline Drive, Suite 200
Redwood City, CA. 94065
www.bkt.com
See Appendix for Relevant Experience
Financial Partner See Section V
Utility Consultant
Robert Gray & Associates
4683 Chabot Drive, Suite 150
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Contractor — To be selected
Wheeler Plaza, Silvers tone Communities
III. Developer Experience & Qualifications
Silverstone Communities and its principals have the most expertise building
urban infill communities like Wheeler Plaza. Nobody has built more podium
projects than we have in the Bay Area. Silverstone's competitive advantage
comes from being extremely selective about our property locations and knowing
from experience how to design and build superior residential structures.
Specializing in high-density urban infill, we carefully choose pedestrian-friendly
locations in exclusive city centers, such as Wheeler Plaza, where close proximity
to shopping, recreation, highly rated schools and transportation is coveted. Our
residents want to be part on an energetic neighborhood - a richer, more active
lifestyle for the whole area is the result. We then design building forms that are in
harmony with and compliment the surrounding areas.
Additionally, Silverstone spends more time and resources than others on
meticulous design details. Every component of our building is thoughtfully
analyzed to be tasteful and functional. As a result, our projects are great
additions to the community and fantastic places to live. Inside, we understand
how our buyers live, and we deliver homes that fit their lifestyle. Our focus is on
functional floor plans, comfortable living spaces, and a style that is timeless, not
trendy. The result is a home that looks better, feels better and lives better, for
years to come.
Our efforts are always collaborative with neighbors, City Staff, Planning
Commission and City Council. With urban infill, there is no other way to be
successful. We contact each and every neighbor for their input and keep them
involved throughout the process. In addition, we hold community meetings with
residents at large before we crystallize any design. We have found that despite
our building experience, the residents of a community have been there much
longer than we have and often have insights that we would not have realized.
Because of this collaborative effort, our projects get unanimous approval without
opposition. Our most recent communities in Los Altos, Millbrae and Pleasanton
are good examples of this approach as each was widely applauded by the
council and there was no one speaking in opposition. Because the projects had
been so thoroughly vetted, the council discussion centered on how well the
process went - that's how we like it!
Our experience is critical to many aspects of the proposed Wheeler Plaza:
• We work extremely well with redevelopment agencies. In many ways,
we are partners throughout on the project. Our Millbrae project is in the
redevelopment district and our principal, John McMorrow, was the lead
for his project with the Concord Redevelopment Agency.
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We work intricately with utility companies to guarantee that the
infrastructure blends with the existing system and is installed without
interruption to the existing neighbors. To this end, we are creative in
finding solutions to complex constraints.
We know how to build parking below ground and below the water table if
necessary. At our 109 home community in Millbrae, the garage is two
levels deep with the lower level fully below the water table. In addition,
we had to pick up an uphill stream and accommodate its seasonal flow.
We have an expert environmental team. Most infill projects need some
level of environmental remediation. Whether it is removing asbestos,
cleaning the topsoil, or installing treatment facilities, we have done it. We
work well with the regulatory agencies to come up with solutions that are
enduring.
We understand and embrace prevailing wage projects. Our community
at Millbrae is prevailing wage even though it is 100% privately funded
without any public assistance. Other notable prevailing wage
communities by the principals include The Landing at Jack London
Square, a 282 unit apartment complex.
We can integrate retail and residential building components. This is not
an easy task. From a daily operations standpoint, the residential
homeowner's association and the retail association want nothing to do
with each other. This reality requires each component to be designed to
operate independently. Our 80 home condominium project in Cupertino
is a good example of how these two uses are designed to work together.
The homes sit above 19,000 square feet of retail. Each has its own
garage entrance, utility system and dedicated spaces for their particular
needs.
Key Project Experience Relevant to Wheeler Plaza
Park Broadway in Millbrae
This contemporary four and five story structure with 109 condominium homes sits
atop two and one half levels of parking and includes 13 live work lofts. Situated
along the historic El Camino Real corridor, the project continues the retail
essence of El Camino and provides much needed housing (and shoppers) to the
downtown Millbrae sector. The building surrounds an extensive landscaped
podium garden with BBQ's, outdoor fireplace, water fountain, sculpted artwork
and a dramatic entryway. Slated for completion in February 2009, this
community is well received with 25% presold.
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Prevailing Wage Project: Worked closely with local union leaders for
successful construction. Bill Knack of the Building Trades Council can be
contacted in this regard.
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High water table required a two level underground garage to be water
sealed, resistant to hydro-static pressure, and equipped with
pump/drainage system.
Worked closely with Economic Development Department to provide
inclusionary housing in conjunction with city goals.
Unanimous Staff, Planning Commission and City Council support.
Located in the Redevelopment District. Please contact Ralph Petty,
Redevelopment Director, at the City of Millbrae (415) 259-2341 as a
reference in this regard.
Peninsula Real in Los Altos
This 78 home condominium community is located in the City of Los Altos on El
Camino real and nearby retail shopping. The building itself is a two and three
story structure with one level of underground parking. The community includes
an abundantly landscaped podium with lap swimming pool, deck seating areas, a
tot lot, and lush pedestrian walks. To be completed in March 2009, this
community will be home to young families, empty-nesters and professional
workers.
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This project needed extensive community outreach as the site backed
onto an existing low-density residential neighborhood. We worked
tirelessly with the neighborhood to achieve a design that met their needs
and the city's desires. i he project had to have a lower density residential
feel on one side and a high-density urban edge on the other. To this end,
the project includes 16 townhouses atop the podium that back onto the
residential neighbors. The rear of the townhomes are residential in
character with gable roofs while the front of the townhomes have flat roofs
to transition to the adjacent taller residential building.
Inclusionary Housing is provided as part of this complex.
Unanimous City support and Council approval. There were no opposition
speakers because we had such a successful outreach program. In this
regard, please contact the Los Altos Community Development Director
James Walgren, (415) 947-2635 or at [email protected] .
Villaciio in Cupertino
Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, Villagio Cupertino is an eighty unit condominium
building with 19,000 square feet of retail along De Anza Boulevard in Cupertino.
The impressive building design incorporates three levels of parking all of which is
enclosed by the retail and residential spaces. A wonderful compliment to the
community, this building adds needed pedestrian level walks arid shopping to the
gateway of the Cupertino town center, Nearby are parks, shopping, library,
theatre, community center and many high-tech employers.
• This signature property was an instrumental feature to the city's
community center district as it comers the entrance to the City Civic Plaza.
Three level parking garage with two levels dedicated for retail use and the
lowest level for exclusive residential use. Each parking element has its
own entrance and operates independently from the other. This textbook
solution to the mixed-use parking dilemma will serve as the prototype for
the Wheeler Plaza parking garage design.
COMMUNITY FACT SHEET: PARK BROADWAY
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DESCRIPTION
96 Condominium Flats and 13 urban inspired Live-Work Lofts
665-1,854 square feet
Up to 3 Bedrooms /2 Baths
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
Close proximity to San Francisco and Silicon Valley job markets
Distinguished Millbrae schools
Close to \ ibrant downtown area and easy access to major transportation hubs
Strategically priced lower than median home price in this desirable area
L 0 CATION
El Camino Real at Ludeman—Millbrae, California
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FACT SHEET:
PENINSULA REAL
DESCRIPTION
78 Townhomes and Flats
790-1,800 square feet
1 to 3 Bedrooms
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
Prime location in the heart of Silicon Valley
Access to the finest educational, dining, shopping and medical facilities
Priced lower than median home price in the Los Altos area
Within the prestigious Los Altos School District
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El Camino Real near San Antonio Road—Los Altos, CA
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DESCRIPTION
80 Mediterranean Style Condominiums &Tovvnhomes
740-1,430 square feet
Up to 3 Bedrooms /2.5 Baths
19,000 square feet of retail space
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
Premium Silicon Valley location
Award-winning Cupertino School District
Strategically priced lower than the median home price in this desirable area
LOCATION
South De Anza Boulevard at Town Center Lane—Cupertino, California
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Development Experience
Peninsula Real
Los Altos, CA
78 Condominium Homes
$59.8 million revenue
Completion 4/2009
Park Broadway
Millbrae, CA
109 Condominium Homes
$78.5 million revenue
Completion 2/2009
Birch Terrace
Pleasanton, CA
45 Townhomes
$29.9 million revenue
Completion 9/2008
The Enclave
Santa Clara, CA
35 Single Family Detached
$38.2 million revenue
Completion 9/2008
Villagio Cupertino
Cupertino, CA
80 Condominium Homes
$22 million cost
Completion 7/2007
Legacy Park Central
259 Apartment Units (56/ac)
Concord, CA
$52 million cost
Managing General Partner
Completion 12/2003
Finalist — Real Estate Pillar of the Industry Award - 2004
Finalist --- Real Estate Deal of the Yea r — 2002
Finalist -- Best Residential Suburban Deal of the Year - 2001
The Landing at Jack London Square
282 Apartment Units (31/ac)
Oakland, CA
$49 million cost
Managing General Partner
Completion 6/2001
Finalist — Real Estate Deal of the Yew 2002
Pinnacle City Centre
Hayward, CA
Managing General Partner
192 Apartment Units (29/ac)
$24.5 million cost
Completion 3/2000
Station Oaks
Pleasant Hill, CA
Managing General Partner
5.32 Acre Land Development
$3.6 million cost
Completion 7/1998
Waterford Place
San Jose, CA
238 Apartment Units (43/ac)
$33 million cost
Completion 3/2000
The Carlyle
San Jose, CA
132 Apartment Units (29/ac)
$19 million cost
Completion 2/2000
Cupertino Park Center
Cupertino, CA
120 Apartment Units (63/ac)
$19 million cost
Completion 1995
Exeter
Sunnyvale, CA
27 Single Family Homes
$10.8 million cost
Completion 6/1995
Park Place South
Mountain View, CA
120 Apartment Units (50/ac)
$18 million cost (est.)
Completion 1995
Portofino
Phoenix, AZ
440 Apartment Units (24/ac)
$48 million cost
Completion 4/1995
Bellago
Scottsdale, AZ
202 Apartment Units (25/ac)
$22 million cost
Completion 1995
Scottsdale Somerset
Scottsdale, AZ
218 Apartment Units (24/ac)
$24 million cost
Completion 1996
La Paloma
Tucson, AZ
16 Acres for 360 Apartments
$8.2 million purchase
Acquired 1995
Partridge Knolls
— Master Planned Community
Novato, CA
Kottinger Ranch
- Master Planned Community
Pleasanton, CA
61 Single Family Homes
$21 million cost
Completion 1991
147 Single Family Homes
$58 million cost
Completion 1991
Creekside
Larkspur, CA
72 Single Family Homes
$24 million cost
Completion 1991
Hidden Terrace
Hayward, CA
11 Single Family Homes
$2.7 million cost
Completion 1990
Creekview Court
Hayward, CA
8 Single Family Homes
$2 million cost
Completion 1989
Park View Ilayward, CA
30 Single Family Homes
$7.5 million cost
Completion 1989
Creekside
lIayward, CA
28 Single Family Homes
$7 million cost
Completion 1988
Springate
layward, CA
13 Single Family Homes
$3.2 million cost
Completion 1988
Rancho Del Rey — Master Planned Community
San Diego, CA
1,030 Acres — 2,600 Homes
$28 million purchase
Completion 1986-1987
Bonita Long Canyon — Master Planned Community
San Diego, CA
128 Single Family Homes
$38.4 million cost
Completion 1985
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IV. Proposal for Disposition of Site
Our expectation is to purchase the site from the Redevelopment Agency and, if
possible, the adjacent property owner to the south, in fee.
We have extensive experience working together in public/private partnerships
with cities and redevelopment agencies. Beginning with the first discussions
about project concept all the way through completion of the improvements, our
partnership and excellent working relationship with the Redevelopment Agency is
tremendously important to the success of a project.
The principal of Silverstone, John McMorrow, recently has negotiated the
following public/private partnership agreements:
• City of Millbrae - City Option Agreement, Development Agreement and
Affordable Housing Agreement
• City of Los Altos - Affordable Housing Agreement
• Town of Pleasanton - Inclusionary Housing Agreement
• City of Cupertino - Development Agreement, Improvement Agreement
and Housing Agreement
• City of Concord Redevelopment Agency - Development Agreement,
Improvement Agreement
• Port of Oakland - Land Acquisition Agreement, Development Agreement
Wheeler Plaza, Silverstone Communities
V. Financial Capacity of Developer
Silverstone Communities has superior financing capability and an excellent
financial record. Silverstone Communities is unique in that Calpers and Calsters
are direct partners in our company via their advisor Hearthstone Partners. All of
our projects have been 100% funded by Hearthstone's dedicated $1.2 billion
dollar housing fund. We do not have any debt on our properties — no acquisition
loans, no construction loans — nothing. We do everything with all cash. This
means we can move quickly to make decisions and perform.
We also have excellent banking relationships with Wells Fargo and Bank of
America.
3 years financial statements
Under separate cover marked "Confidential"
Litigation or Disputes
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MPA Design is a landscape architectural and
urban design firm with a 39-year history during
which it has completed over 3,000 projects. The
work of' the firm is recognized by repeat clients,
110 design awards, and is featured in books and
publications. Projects span a broad spectrum of
conditions and climactic zones in the United States
and internationally, varying from park, plaza,
streetscape, lake and fountain design, to healthcare,
pedestrian and bicycle circulation, parking and
vehicular circulation, transportation facility,
campus, and community and corporate design.
Master planning, site analysis, programming, and
construction documentation are provided by the
San Francisco and Walnut Creek offices. Principals
Michael Painter, Gerald Kawamoto, David W.
Nelson, and Richard Alcina guide services for
both public and private clients and incorporate
the resources of a 14 person firm with supporting
consultants used as required.
The design approach of MPA is site specific and
sensitive to people's needs and expectations, cultural
traditions, art and architecture. Each client's design
expectations, program. functional and economic
requirements are net in a professional manner. Our
approach includes truly collaborative teamwork
with each client. Meeting client expectations in
a creative and functional manner, balancing the
budget and program with environmental qua I ity
and regulatory considerations, are our guiding
objectives. The firm encourages sustainability
and ecologically sensitive designs that utilize
indigenous and drought resistant plants, water
conserving drainage and brigation systems,
and recycled materials. MPA's goal is to create
imaginative solutions which retain quality and
beauty as they mature.
Mr. Kawamoto has been with the firm for 30 years, serving as principal senior designer and project manager
for a wide range of landscape architectural and urban design projects. He is responsible for reviewing contract
documents and staffing requirements to assure quality control.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Landscape Architecture, University of California, Berkeley, 1977, Honors
Registration
Landscape Architect, California (#2192)
His clients include:
Residential
2000 Post, San Francisco
Ocean Beach Condominiums, San Francisco
1285 Sutter Street, San Francisco
1844 Market Street, San Francisco
88 Franklin, Oakland
88 South Broadway, Millbrae
Acapella, Pasadena
Acton Courtyards, Berkeley
Allegro, Oakland
Andante, Emeryville
Arpeggio, Pasadena
Buck Center Residential Village, Novato
Canyon Rock, American Canyon
Cummings Park Condominiums, East Palo Alto
Delaware Court, Berkeley
Domizile, Mountain View
Eight Orchids, Oakland
Family Housing, UC Santa Cruz
Laguna Harbour, Alameda
Mesa Verde, Hayward
Milpitas Senior Housing, Milpitas
Montelena, Pleasanton
Montrachet, Napa
Oak Walk, Emeryville
Olive Apartments, Alameda
The Regency at Skyport, San Jose
The Residences at Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach
Village of Marineo, San Jose
Glendale Mixed Use, Glendale
Park Broadway, Millbrae California
San Bruno Crossing, San Bruno
485 South Monroe, San Jose
Civic/Cultural/Streetscape
Municipal Facilities Building, Harrisburg, PA
Civic Center Plaza/Fulton Street Mall, San Francisco
Great Highway/Ocean Beach Reconstruction, San
Francisco
Market Square/Civic Center, Harrisburg, PA
San Francisco Main Library, San Francisco
St. James Park, San Jose
Wilson Avenue Master Plan, Vallejo
Corporate
Berlex Biosciences Landscape Master Plan, Berlex
Buildings D & L, Richmond
Buck Center for Research in Aging, Mann County
Genentech Process Science Laboratory, South San
Francisco
Hewlett-Packard Corporate Headquarters, Palo Alto
Hewlett-Packard Building 54, Santa Clara
Hewlett-Packard Mayfield, Mt. View Hewlett-Packard
Building 46, Cupertino
Raychem Technology Center, East Campus Master
Plan, Menlo Park
Waterfront
Great Highway/Ocean Beach Reconstruction, San
Francisco
Ocean Beach Condominiums, San Francisco
Pebble Beach Tennis Courts, Pebble Beach
River Park/Wilson Ave. Master Plan, Vallejo
Shoreline Park Master Plan, San Rafael
Parks and Recreation
Dan Foley Park, Master Plan and Phase 1 services,
Vallejo
Dan Foley Park, Playground-Phase 11, Vallejo
Mary B. Connolly Children's Playground, San
Francisco
St. James Park, Master Plan, San Jose
Professional Activities
Member, American Society of Landscape Architects,
California Council of Landscape Architects; Selection
Committee member, City of San Francisco Landscape
Architect, Professional Landscape Architectural
License (CLARB) exam reviewer 1983-1987
Guest Juror, University of California Extension in 2008
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As Northern California's leading consulting firm,
EcKF's goal is to establish long-term working
relationships with our clients by producing
accurate, cost-effective work products and
delivering them on schedule and within budget.
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surveyors and support personnel, BO- provides
excellence in design services.
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Redwood City
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San Jose
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Pleasanton
925.396.7700
Walnut Creek
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Sacramento
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1000 EL CAMINO REAL
MIXED-USE: RESIDENTIAL/RETAIL
DEVELOPMENT
1000 EL CAMINO REAL MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT
San Carlos, CA
BKF was responsible for providing civil engineering
and p1 aiming services for this mixed-use residential,
condominium and retail development The 1.3 acre
project site is located near downtown San Carlos
bounded by Laurel Street to the west, Morse
Boulevard to the north, El Camillo Real/Caltrain
tracks to the east and existing commercial
development to the south.
Alleyway was abandoned between Morse Boulevard and
Brittan Avenue requiring both wet and dry utilities to be
rerouted around the project site.
The project includes 90 for-sale residential
condominiiiin units, approximately 6,200 s.f. of
retail/office space within a four story buildinQ over
one level of underground parking garage.
To support the project, a portion of Cowuill
Renderings courtesy of Christian' Johnson Architects
BKF TEAM
Todd Adair, PE
Kurt Wurnitsch, PE
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CONSTR. COST
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90 for-sale residential units
6,200 s.f. of resident-serving retail space
One level of underground parking
FRANKLIN.
MIXED-USE: RESIDENTIAL/RETAIL
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FRANKLIN REDEVELOPMENT
AREA - MIXED-USE
DEVELOPMENT
Redwood City, CA
improvements and a new traffic signal within Caltrans Right
of Way.
BKF was responsible for providing civil engineering
and planning services for this mixed-use residential,
apartment and retail development within the Franklin
Redevelopment Area. The redevelopment area is
approximately 17 acres located in central Redwood
City bounded by El Camino Real to the west,
Jefferson Avenue to the north. Ca'train tracks to the
east and Maple Street to the south.
Infrastructure Master Plan for the surrounding Franklin
Redevelopment Area.
13KF also assisted the City with developing a phased
The project included 506 residences, 13,000 sl of'
resident-serving retail space, 32,000 s.i of office
space, and over 2 acres of community open space and
recreational facilities.
To support the project, two city streets were
reconstructed and one was realigned with frontage
Rendering courtesy of Mc-la/and Vasquez, Ernsiek
BKF TEAM
PE
Daniel Schaefer, PE
Charles Humpal
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CONSTR. COST
• $60 million
Max Keech,
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13,000 s.f. of lesident-serving retail space
32,000 s.f. of office space
15% of the units were designated as "affordable"
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MIXED-USE: RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL
DEVELOPMENT
BAY MEADOWS DEVELOPMENT IS AN
AWARD WINNING PROJECT
2005 CELSOC Engineering Excellence
Awards:
BKF Received the Merit Award
•• Golden Nugget Awards:
BKF Received the Grand Award 200e1
BAY MEADOWS DEVELOPMENT
San Mateo, California
BKF prepared the Engineering Master Plan and was
responsible for the civil engineering of site
improvements for 90 acres of this 173-acre site.
The project combined 1.1 million s.f of commercial
office (including the Franklin Templeton Corporate
Headquarters), 153 single-family residential units, 575
luxury apartment/condominium units, live/work units. a
240-room hotel, supermarket and retail shops in a
village-style community built on the site of the former
Bay Meadows practice track adjacent to Highway 101.
The inlrastructure improvements included a new major
arterial roadway, local public and private streets and
modifications to the Highway 101/Hillsdale
interchange configuration as shown on the approved
PSR/PR.
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Site improvements including grading, drainage, water,
sewer, and joint trench
Coordination with Caltrans for modifications to
Interchange at Highway 101/Hillsdale Boulevard
configuration
5,000 LI. of 4-lane divided arterial street with landscaped
medians
5,400 If. of perimeter architectural wall
5,2001.f. of interior residential roadway
New traffic signals
Offsite intersection and signalization modifications
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