California Record
Berkeley
ApprovedConditional Use

2029 University Avenue (Student Housing-Oriented)

Description

Demolition of an existing commercial building and garage to construct a 23-story student housing-oriented residential building with 160 units.

Impact summary

Provides an alternative multi-family configuration of 240 units downtown under density bonus rules.

Applicant

Name
Paul Menzies / Laconia Development
Address
2029 University AvenueSee this on the map

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
0
Total mentions
1

Last vote · City Council

Approved3–0

Last discussed Feb 23, 2026.

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