Greenbelt Alliance is proud to endorse the 4590 Patrick Henry Drive Residential Project by Walnut Hill Group and represented by KASA Partners. This innovative proposal in Santa Clara would transform an outdated office complex and surface parking lot near Mission College into a vibrant, transit-oriented community.
This eight-story development will deliver 284 homes, including 15% designated as affordable housing, which will meet a critical need for accessible housing in the region.
Transit and Sustainability Features
Ideally located within a thriving business district, the project offers residents unparalleled access to key amenities and right next to a new 0.5-acre public park, multiple transit options, Mission College, and Levi’s Stadium. The proximity to public transportation, including five bus lines, the ACE Green Shuttle, and a VTA light rail station, ensures seamless connectivity for professionals seeking easy commutes to tech hubs and beyond while reducing reliance on personal vehicles.
The 4590 Patrick Henry Drive Residential project aligns with Greenbelt Alliance’s commitment to climate SMART—Sustainable, Mixed, Affordable, Resilient, Transit-Oriented—development. Its 100% electric infrastructure and inclusion of EV charging stations further ensure a low environmental footprint, while the new proposed park fosters community connection and provides much-needed access to green spaces. Some additional highlights are features such as: 303 bicycle storage spaces, buffered bike lanes, and a robust Transportation Demand Management (TDM) plan.
A metrics comparison based on GreenTRIP—a tool created by Transform that models traffic and greenhouse gas impacts of residential projects in California—underscores the project’s environmental benefits:
- 1,963 fewer miles driven daily compared to the Santa Clara County average.
- 21% fewer greenhouse gas impacts daily, contributing to local climate goals.
- 5% less parking use daily, optimizing space and reducing unnecessary construction.
Greenbelt Alliance supports the Patrick Henry Drive Residential Project as a model for high-density, transit-oriented housing that balances affordability, sustainability, and community benefit. By transforming an underutilized site into a thriving residential neighborhood, this development plays a vital role in addressing the South Bay’s housing shortage while promoting a greener, more resilient future.
Greenbelt Alliance’s Climate SMART—Sustainable, Mixed, Affordable, Resilient, Transit-Oriented— Development Endorsement Program goals call for fully protecting the Bay Area’s greenbelt, directing growth within existing communities, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and accomplishing both in a way that equitably benefits all Bay Area residents. Our Endorsement Program supports projects that advance the right kind of development in the right places. By promoting climate SMART development, we can create thriving, resilient neighborhoods with ready access to transit and housing choices for all of the Bay Area’s people. Find out more about our Endorsement Program here. Feel free to contact our team for more information and support.
Header Photo: 4590 Patrick Henry Drive Residential Project provided by developers.
