Los Angeles Council Approves Studio City Housing Project
The city clears the way for a large-scale residential development at 12555 Ventura Boulevard.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Construction
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The Los Angeles City Council has approved the Riverwalk at Studio City, a residential development featuring 814 units. The project will replace existing commercial structures at 12555 Ventura Boulevard.
Why it matters
The City Council greenlit the project to help Los Angeles meet its state-mandated goal of planning for over 450,000 new housing units by 2029. By approving density bonuses and environmental exemptions, the city aims to accelerate urban residential growth.
The development will provide 814 residential units and 76,000 square feet of commercial space, supported by 800 parking spots across four underground levels. The developer has committed $675,000 for public river access and tree planting.
The players
Los Angeles City Council
This governing body is responsible for municipal policy, land-use planning, and the legislative approval of major development projects within the city.
The details
The project includes 46 units designated for very low-income residents and utilized density bonus incentives to exceed standard zoning limits. The development qualified for a California Environmental Quality Act exemption through Assembly Bill 130.
Timeline
The Los Angeles City Council approved the project on October 26, 2026.
The city faces a deadline of 2029 to reach its state-mandated housing goals.
Market Landscape
This approval highlights the intensifying trend of municipalities leveraging legislative exemptions to bypass traditional zoning and environmental review hurdles. The shift positions the city to meet aggressive state-mandated housing targets despite significant local opposition.
Residents may see significant changes to the Studio City area as the project replaces existing commercial space with high-density residential units. The development includes new public access points to the Los Angeles River for the local community.
The takeaway
This development represents a major expansion of local housing capacity in line with state planning requirements. Prospective residents and local stakeholders should monitor city planning portals for construction commencement dates and traffic impact mitigation strategies.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Real Deal New York.
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