Low-income housing could be expanding in Woodland if an agreement for development of an additional 96 apartments works out.

Woodland’s City Council will consider funding Phase II construction of 96 units at the Vista Del Robles complex, off Ashley Avenue and West Main Street Tuesday night.

The action comes after a January letter from Chelsea Investment Corporation for the project, which will consist of 28 one-bedroom, 44 two-bedroom, and 24 three-bedroom units. Rents will be set at between 30% to 80% of the area’s median income.

Specifically, the five-member council will be asked by city staff to adopt a resolution approving an appropriation of $1.7 million from the Affordable Housing Assistance Trust Fund and entering into a “Disposition, Development, and Loan Agreement” with Chelsea to convey the 2.6-acre property at 310 W. Main to Chelsea for development of affordable housing; and a 55-year residual receipts loan at 3% simple interest.

In September 2024, the city bought the 2.5-acre site for $2.3 million to facilitate Chelsea eventually buying the property so the second phase of the apartment complex could be completed. Money for the purchase came from the city’s in-lieu fees paid by new housing developments and can be used only for preserving affordable housing in the city.

Vista Del Robles was completed in April 2024 and started renting 72 apartments immediately. It is a three-story walk-up with open parking featuring one-, two-, or three-bedroom units as well as a playground.

The additional 96 units will have the same amenities already available to residents, including the community building and lounge, computer lab, kitchen, storage, mailboxes, and outdoor fitness stations. Additional on-site recreational amenities available to residents include “tot-lots,” a half-court basketball area, and a splash pad/zero-depth water feature.

With respect to service amenities, Pacific Southwest Community Development Corporation, a nonprofit resident services provider with 26 years of experience, will work with residents at to offer educational, health, and wellness and skill-building classes for adults, as well as an after-school program for children.Financing for Phase II is contingent on a successful allocation of tax credits from the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee, as well as the city itself.

Until financing is obtained it’s not known when actual construction could begin.