Help Us Save Our Sausalito Historic District
Not Right for the Historic District—9 Stories and 109 Feet Tall!
Rendering based on Francis Gough Illustration and 3/4/2024 project update filed with City of Sausalito
The massive scale overwhelms our historic district.
Action Alert: Developers File for Second High Rise + State Threat Advances
The developer behind 605 Bridgeway has teamed up to file two new applications: a revised 7-story, 53-unit project at 605 Bridgeway, and a new monster 5-story, 74-ft, 46-unit building at 83 Princess Street submitted by an affiliate. Together, these 99 units mark an aggressive escalation in the heart of Sausalito’s Historic District.
Another highly concerning item to monitor is SB 79. It passed in the Senate—posing a major state-level threat that could override local protections and clear the way for both projects. This bill is now headed to the CA Assembly. If these projects and SB 79 without amendment move forward, Sausalito’s Historic District will be destroyed.
We are at a pivotal moment. Act now: Contact the City Council and remind them to stand firm and oppose these oversized developments. Call Assemblymember Damon Connolly and urge him to amend SB 79 to protect our Historic District. This world-famous treasure must be preserved.
Save Our Sausalito continues to fight back. Donate now so we have the resources we need to fight this project.
9 Stories - 109 Feet Tall!
Oppose the Ultra-Luxury Condos at 605-613 Bridgeway
A huge 9-story, 109-foot ultra-luxury building that doesn’t follow Sausalito regulations has been proposed right in the middle of our Historic District. It is proposing 51 luxury units with only 8 tiny “affordable” units in the back against the hill.
If the developer succeeds, it will set up a domino effect of similar projects and would be the end of our Historic District and city’s special character. We need your help now.
Join the 2,200 People Who Have Signed the Petition to Oppose this Flawed Project
It includes 51 ultra high-end units—and just 8 tiny, substandard “affordable” units crammed against the hillside facing a retaining wall. A travesty pretending to meet housing needs.
If approved, it sets a precedent for more oversized towers and the end of our Historic District.
Stand with us. Sign the petition. Stop this project before it’s too late.
Join a SOS Committee
Save Our Sausalito is actively seeking members to join our committees. Your involvement will directly influence the future of our community, and we look forward to working with you!
We have four committees: Meeting Oversight, Outreach, Policy, and Fundraising.
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Save Our Sausalito Biologist Identifies Habitat of Special Species on Bridgeway Site
Protect the Princess Grove Habitat
The current Bridgeway proposal would clear-cut what has become known as the Princess Grove, a grove of eleven trees, including magnificent coast live oaks standing 45-feet tall and likely almost a century old.
A study by renowned biologist Dr. Shawn Smallwood showed that Princess Grove hosts special-status species including the great horned owl, Allen’s hummingbird and red-shouldered hawk.
The glass in the structure would result in an estimated 147 annual bird-window collision deaths, according to the report.
Best-Selling Author Amy Tan Speaks Out on Project’s Threat to Local Birds
“This proposed building is an eyesore that would damage the unique beauty of our town. Its expanse of glass windows reflecting the bay would lure birds that would be killed by colliding into what appears to be sky. These high-end residences would also be lit at night and attract and kill migrating birds. Sausalito is the varied habitat for hundreds of species of birds that are both year-round residents and visiting fall migrants from September – April.
As a board member of American Bird Conservancy and a Sausalito homeowner whose backyard has been visited by 66 species of birds, I voice my strong objection to this proposed building detrimental to both our town’s historic character and its wildlife.”
– Amy Tan –
Sausalito Resident
Join your voice with Amy’s to call upon the City Council to protect Sausalito’s wildlife and the city itself.
This Project Doesn’t Belong in the Historic District
One million people visit Sausalito’s Historic District every year. It is one of only twelve certified historic districts in all of California.
It is a treasured and much-loved resource as well as an economic engine of the community.
The State of California acclaimed the district’s commercial architecture as some of the most notable of its time period.
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