256-Units In San Mateo & Top 5 Easter Egg Hunts This Weekend!

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Here is your weekly update:

• San Mateo, Livermore & Walnut Creek New Developments

• From Breakfast to Dinner: 4 New Spots In The Bay Area

• The New Bill That Could Speed Up Housing

• Top 5 Easter Egg Hunts This Weekend

Let’s get to it.

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New Developments & Real Estate

Bayshore Commons Redevelopment: 256 New Homes Proposed for San Mateo Site

Big changes could be coming to San Mateo as a proposal aims to replace Bayshore Commons—currently seven office buildings and a single-story commercial space—with 256 new homes on a 14.5-acre site. 

The plan includes 192 condos, 64 single-family homes, and 39 Below Market Rate units, all with two-car garages and access to a 0.4-acre park. 

Filed under SB 330, the project locks in current zoning rules and fees, including the Child Care Development Fee and School Impact Fees.

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Livermore Approves Major Office-to-Housing Conversion

Livermore just approved a major office-to-housing conversion that will turn a 27-acre office park at 3011, 3055, and 3077 Triad Drive into 450 new homes. 

With nearly 30% of local office space sitting vacant, this shift meets the city’s changing needs while helping it reach its state-mandated goal of 4,570 new homes by 2031. 

The plan includes re-zoning, demolition, and a mix of condos, townhomes, or apartments—all aligning with the city’s Isabel Neighborhood Plan.

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Bringing Affordable Living to Walnut Creek with Civic Crossing

Affordable housing is coming to Walnut Creek with Civic Crossing, a newly approved project at 699 Ygnacio Valley Road. 

Developed by Resources for Community Development, the five-story building will offer 93 rental homes, plus a manager’s unit—all 100% affordable. 

Located near BART, bus lines, and the Iron Horse Trail, the project also includes 1,200 square feet of retail space, 41 parking spots, and an 8,500-square-foot courtyard.

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Food Digest — New in The Bay Area

575 Miishien Express

This cozy spot in Fremont brings the comforting flavors of Yunnan rice noodle soup (Miishien) to the Bay Area. 

They also serve rich, satisfying ramen with perfectly cooked noodles and deep, flavorful broths.

Location: 46551 Mission Blvd, Ste 107, Fremont

Giwa

An upscale brunch café in Santa Clara, Giwa pairs elegant interiors with elevated Korean-fusion dishes. 

Favorites include wagyu steak, lobster pasta, and a floral aesthetic that adds a touch of luxury to every meal.

Location: 1494 Halford Ave, Santa Clara

Indigo

Indigo offers inventive Californian cuisine infused with global flavors, from trout al pastor to a standout smashburger. 

Their cocktail menu is just as creative, with regionally inspired drinks and a warm, welcoming vibe.

Location: 3321 Steiner St., San Francisco

Buena’s Organic Soft Serve

Buena’s serves soft-serve ice cream made with organic ingredients and significantly less sugar—no artificial sweeteners needed. 

Alongside its unique rotating flavors, the menu features wholesome crepes, croffles, and breakfast options.

Location: 1215 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame

New Bill Could Speed Up Housing

State Senator Scott Wiener has introduced SB 677, a new bill aimed at strengthening two key housing streamlining laws—SB 9 and SB 423—by removing the barriers that have slowed their success. 

SB 9 made it legal to build duplexes and fourplexes on single-family lots, while SB 423 fast-tracked multifamily developments in cities falling behind on housing goals. 

But cities and HOAs have found ways to delay or block progress, leaving much-needed housing stuck in limbo. 

SB 677 changes that by banning HOA interference, relaxing owner-occupancy rules, and streamlining permitting in coastal zones. 

It also reduces affordability thresholds for SB 423 projects and doubles the frequency of city housing performance reviews. 

For the Bay Area—where the demand for housing is sky-high—this could mean real change. 

By cutting red tape and holding local governments more accountable, SB 677 has the potential to speed up construction and improve affordability. 

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Top 5 Easter Egg Hunts This Weekend

Looking for the best spots to celebrate Easter with the family? We’ve rounded up five of the Bay Area’s most exciting egg hunts happening this weekend:

1. Yerba Buena Gardens’ Easter Egg Hunt 

Celebrate spring in the heart of San Francisco with a lively egg hunt at Yerba Buena Gardens, perfect for families looking to enjoy a fun-filled morning in a beautiful urban park.

• Date: Saturday, April 12 | Time:10:00am — 12:30pm 

• Location: 750 Howard Street (Yerba Buena Gardens), San Francisco.

2. Deep Sea Eggspedition 

Dive into an ocean-themed Easter adventure on the UC Berkeley campus, where kids can hunt for eggs and explore marine wonders at this unique and educational event.

• Date: Saturday, April 12 | Time: 10:00am — 3:00pm 

• Location: Campanile Esplanade, UC Berkeley campus.

3. Eggstravaganza

Head to Half Moon Bay for a full weekend of festive fun at Lemos Farm, where Easter egg hunts meet farmyard charm and plenty of kid-friendly activities.

• Date: Saturday, April 12 | Time: 09:00am — 2:00pm 

• Location: 1731 Prince Street (Malcom X Elementary), Berkeley. 

4. Easter Egg Hunts at Lemos Farm

Join the Berkeley community for a vibrant celebration at Malcom X Elementary, featuring egg hunts, games, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the day.

• Dates: April 12, 13 | Time: 9:30am — 5:00pm

• Location: 12320 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay.

5. Easter Egg Hunt & Performances 

Spend your Sunday in Sunnyvale enjoying a mix of egg hunting and live performances, making it a festive outing the whole family will love.

• Date: Sunday, April 13 | Time: 2:00pm — 6:00pm

• Location: 575 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale. 

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