The public is getting its first look at renderings for 750 new homes, half of them affordable, at the BART station’s parking lot.
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BART reopens North Berkeley station elevator after lengthy closure
The North Berkeley station’s only elevator had been closed since March 12, meaning many riders with limited mobility had no access to the stop.
North Berkeley BART elevator closed for weeks, frustrating riders who rely on it
Fire damage to the station’s only elevator will keep BART riders who can’t navigate stairs from using the stop for over a month.
What will Adeline Street look like in the next decade?
The changes are part of ongoing talks to create a new plaza and hundreds of housing units at Ashby BART, while restoring the heart of South Berkeley.
BART picks developer team for North Berkeley housing
The group that plans to build hundreds of apartments at the North Berkeley BART station is led by a nonprofit developer.
City Council races test Berkeley’s new direction on housing
Berkeley leaders have embraced taller, denser development as a step to resolve the housing crisis. Some advocates see signs of a backlash brewing among voters.
Person uninjured after walking onto North Berkeley BART tracks
The person appeared to be in “crisis” before walking onto the tracks Monday morning, according to an initial investigation.
Council approves 7-story housing at Ashby, North Berkeley BART stations
The projects could bring more than 5,400 new residents to the city and result in 465 new jobs, according to staff.
From 7 stories to 12: Commission backs taller height limit for BART housing
The City Council is set to vote on the controversial zoning change, which one commissioner called a “fireball,” later this spring.
Berkeley BART stations set to have much less parking when housing gets built
Under the current proposal, there will be 85 parking spots at Ashby BART and 200 spots at North Berkeley BART, including in a satellite lot.
Street projects at North Berkeley BART aim to make walking, biking safer
A new stoplight at Virginia and Sacramento streets will soon be joined by other changes around the station.
Planning Commission on BART housing: 7 stories is not enough
The EIR comment period runs through Dec. 1. Learn how to weigh in.