The City of Hayward celebrated a new milestone this year—the completion of its first all-electric affordable housing development.

Depot Community Apartments is a new, permanent supportive housing project for low-income individuals and people exiting homelessness. The development provides 125 new homes for one- to two-person households earning 30-60 percent of the Area Median Income, with 63 of those homes reserved for individuals experiencing homelessness.

With $20 million in funding from HCD’s Multifamily Housing Program, Depot Community Apartments was developed in partnership by Allied Housing, Inc. and the City of Hayward. The project was designed with a focus on creating a green community and supporting self-stabilization for residents, who will be provided wrap-around supportive services through Abode Services including on-site social workers, case management, workshops, and classes. Individual units include electric appliances, air conditioning and heating units, and ceiling fans, achieving net-zero carbon emissions.

On-site amenities include an activity room, dog park, basketball court, computer room, outdoor recreation area, and community garden. The property is also protected by on-site security, giving residents a safe place to call home.