Project Information

Location
renderingThe proposed development site is located on 8.25 acres of land along West San Carlos and Sunol Street in San Jose. The majority of the land was most recently used by the VTA as a bus parking lot and construction staging area for the Vasona light rail line.  The property is classified as a Brownfield site and is General Planned for Transit-Oriented Development (TOD).

Agreement with the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
In 2005 the VTA asked interested parties to submit proposals to acquire 5.6 acres of land along West San Carlos and Sunol Streets.  In 2006, Green Republic LLC was awarded the exclusive right to negotiate with the VTA to purchase the property. Currently, the VTA and Green Republic LLC are in the process of finalizing their Deposition Development Agreement (DDA), the land purchase contract.

Size of Conceptual Project
Green Republic LLC is still in the conceptual planning and design phases for the proposed development.  Our conceptual idea for the site will be to build a TOD development with a mix of residential units, retail, parks, and open space.  Our preliminary design includes multiple low and mid-rise buildings, ranging in height from 60-120 feet. 

Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
TOD helps to create more livable, walkable communities.  Due to its close proximity to mass transit (and the planned future construction of additional mass transit), TOD is the ideal development plan for this property.   The City of San Jose’s General Plan encourages the use of TOD because of the positive effects this type of development has on the surrounding community.  TOD decreases the reliance on personal vehicles dependence, which helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and traffic.

Sustainable Design
The entire project will be developed to meet the U.S Green Building Council’s LEED certification requirements and meet the City of San Jose’s Green Building Practices.  The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building rating system is set by the US Green Building Council.  LEED Certified buildings must meet multiple benchmarks in the design, construction, and operation of the building.

Community Engagement
Throughout every stage of the DDA, planning, and design processes for this development, Green Republic LLC is committed to engaging the community.  We welcome your questions and input throughout the VTA land acquisition and City of San Jose approval processes and look forward to working with the community to develop this site into something San Jose can point to as an exemplary project.