3300 Mission Street
New Affordable Housing in Mission Bernal
Bernal Heights Housing Corporation (BHHC), the affiliate organization of Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, Tabernacle Community Development Corporation, and our extended team are pleased to provide an update on 3300 Mission Street. The redevelopment of 3300 Mission Street aims to transform the 9,200 square-foot structure into a modern six-story building, including up to 35 studio units of affordable housing, a residential community space, and neighborhood-serving ground-floor retail space.
Our vision for 3300 Mission is to prioritize inclusivity and the needs of its residents and the diverse Bernal Heights community. We understand that new housing developments can be daunting with the change they bring and sometimes wrongly prioritize the needs of small groups over the larger community. With this project, we aim to create a welcoming public realm for existing Bernal Heights neighbors and provide high-quality housing for new residents at 3300 Mission.
Important Construction Update:
Street Trenching on San Jose Ave and 29th Street
Construction at 3300 Mission, one of the first 100% affordable housing developments to break ground in the Mission Bernal corridor in nearly 20 years, is nearing completion. As part of the construction process, upgrades to aging underground electrical infrastructure are required. To accomplish this, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will conduct work beyond the immediate project site to replace and modernize equipment serving a broader portion of Bernal Heights.
For decades, limited housing development in the area has contributed to underinvestment in critical infrastructure, leaving much of the neighborhood’s electrical system outdated and insufficient to meet current and future needs. This lack of consistent upgrades has compounded over time, making comprehensive improvements essential to support both existing and new residents. While these improvements have significantly exceeded the initial project scope and more than quadrupled the project budget, they are critical to supporting future neighborhood investment
The project’s general contractor, Guzman Construction, will conduct underground trenching along San Jose Avenue and 29th Street in preparation for required service work by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). We understand this work will be disruptive and appreciate your patience as we complete these improvements and deliver new affordable housing to the Mission Bernal corridor.
Construction Schedule
(Schedule is subject to City permit approval. Neighbors will be notified.)
Trenching will take place in three phases, with each phase lasting approximately three weeks, or 15 working days. At the end of each workday, the trench will be capped, and traffic will return to normal. When each phase is complete, the trench will be backfilled, parking and traffic will return to normal, and the construction crew will move on to the next phase. Once all three phases are complete, PG&E will begin its work.
Phase 1
Location: San Jose Ave (30th St to 29th St)
Duration: 3 weeks, excluding weekends (15 days)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 6 PM
Northbound traffic on San Jose Avenue will be reduced from two lanes to one, and the bike lane will be shifted. Traffic will return to normal after work hours. All parking on the east side of San Jose Avenue from the Safeway parking lot to the laundromat at 29th Street will be removed for the duration of the phase. These spaces will remain unavailable 24 hours a day to allow construction equipment to be stored on-site after hours.
Phase 2
Location: San Jose Ave (29th St to 28th St)
Duration: 3 weeks, excluding weekends (15 days)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 6 PM
Northbound traffic on San Jose Avenue will be reduced from two lanes to one, and the bike lane will be shifted. Traffic will return to normal after construction hours. All parking on the east side of San Jose Avenue from the northeast corner of 29th Street to Guerrero Park will be removed for the duration of the phase. These spaces will remain unavailable 24 hours a day to allow construction equipment to be stored on-site after hours.
Phase 3
Location: 29th Street (San Jose Ave to Mission St)
Duration: 3 weeks, excluding weekends (15 days)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 3 PM
29th Street will operate as a one-lane, two-way street with flaggers directing traffic. All parking on the south side of 29th Street between San Jose Avenue and Mission Street will be removed for the duration of the phase. These spaces will remain unavailable 24 hours a day to allow construction equipment to be stored on-site after hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Scope of Work
What does the trenching work involve?
Trenching will take place in three phases, with each phase lasting approximately three weeks, or 15 working days. At the end of each workday, the trench will be capped, and traffic will return to normal. When each phase is complete, the trench will be backfilled, parking and traffic will return to normal, and the construction crew will move on to the next phase. Once all three phases are complete, PG&E will begin its work.
Why is this work necessary?
Decades of limited housing and commercial development have contributed to underinvestment in critical infrastructure, leaving much of the neighborhood’s electrical system outdated and unable to meet current and future demands. Overtime, the lack of consistent upgrades has compounded, making comprehensive improvements essential to support both existing and future residents.
What was the original scope of work? How has it changed?
As we prepared for the return of residents to 3300 Mission—a property that has remained uninhabitable since a five-alarm fire in 2016—BHNC planned for site-specific underground electrical upgrades and worked diligently to confirm the scope and budget with PG&E. After nearly six months without feedback on the proposed plans, PG&E determined that more extensive upgrades are required. This expanded scope will quadruple the project budget, widen the construction footprint, and potentially extend the timeline to deliver 35 new affordable housing units.
While these changes were unexpected, the upgrades are essential to ensure safe, reliable electrical service for future residents and the surrounding community. BHNC has committed to absorbing the cost of this expanded work, which will improve aging underground electrical infrastructure both at the 3300 Mission site and in the broader Bernal Heights neighborhood to support long-term infrastructure, housing stability, and neighborhood-serving development.
Construction Impact
What are the dates and hours of construction?
Work will generally take place Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. To help minimize impacts on commercial businesses along 29th Street, work during Phase 3 will occur earlier in the day, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please note that all construction hours are subject to change.
Will construction work occur on weekends?
No weekend construction is anticipated currently; however, this is subject to change if necessary.
What traffic impacts should neighbors expect?
Traffic will be impacted during construction hours but will return to normal at the end of each workday. A detailed traffic control plan will be in place, including detour signage and flaggers, to help ensure the safe and orderly movement of vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians.
Will street parking be impacted?
Parking spaces along the construction area will be temporarily removed during each phase of work. Parking restrictions will be in effect 24 hours a day to allow for the safe staging and storage of construction equipment on-site. Parking will be restored to normal conditions upon completion of each phase.
Will bike lanes be impacted?
Northbound bike lanes along San Jose Avenue will be shifted over to accommodate construction. Bike lanes will be impacted during construction hours but will return to normal after construction concludes for the day.
What noise should be expected?
The loudest construction activity will be trenching. Once excavation begins, residents and businesses should expect periodic noise from heavy equipment. However, much of the day-to-day construction noise is expected to be comparable to—or less than—existing traffic noise along San Jose Avenue.
Will businesses in the impacted areas remain open during construction?
Yes, businesses will remain open during construction. BHNC is committed to minimizing disruption to neighborhood residents and businesses and has begun early coordination with local businesses to help them prepare for this necessary work.
Will the parklets located on 29th St in front of Café Seventy8 and Front Porch be removed?
No, the construction activity will occur on the opposite side of the street, allowing the parklets to remain open to patrons throughout the construction process.
Will bike parking be impacted?
No, construction will not impact designated bike parking areas.
Will bus stops be relocated?
No, there are no bus stops located within the construction area; therefore, public transportation will not be impacted.
Who can I reach out to with questions?
Please direct questions to Sulaiman Hyatt at shyatt@bhnc.org or Johan Nordwall at 415.821.2522.
Learn More
For questions and concerns, please contact:
Sulaiman Hyatt, BHNC, at shyatt@bhnc.org or Johan Nordwall, Guzman Construction, at 415.821.2522
Join us for a virtual community meeting to learn more and ask questions:
Wednesday, May 6 at 6 PM
Project Updates
Since announcing our plans in late 2023, we have been hard at work ensuring the project represents the community’s vision for the Bernal Mission Corridor while remaining a viable development proposal that can be constructed in today’s financial market. To that end, we have some exciting updates to share.
The proposed design by San Francisco-based BAR Architects was first shared with the community at the end of 2023 through outreach that included an open house and small group discussions. At the time, we intended to preserve the existing façade on the first three stories while adding a new modern three-story structure to the six-story building.
It has now become clear that due to financing challenges, it is impossible to retain the façade and still deliver 35 units of much-needed affordable housing. Due to funding requirements, the project team had to adhere to a pre-determined development timeline, allowing only a few weeks to create a new design or risk losing funding altogether. As a result, we have decided to incorporate the modern architecture of the top three stories into the overall design. While such changes would typically be shared with the community through a more extensive outreach process, it was not possible in this case.
We are looking forward to rejuvenating the prominent corner of 29th and Mission by revitalizing this defunct building with new affordable housing and neighborhood amenities.
Affordability
The proposal restricts rent levels for households earning between 30% and 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), which equates to $37,400 to $99,750 per year for a two-person household or $32,750 to $87,300 for a single adult in San Francisco in 2025. Each studio unit will be a minimum of 225 square feet and feature its own private bathroom and food prep area.
Consistent with BHNC’s mission, approximately 40% of the apartments will be set aside for households who live in District 9, within a ½ mile radius around the property, or have been displaced from housing in San Francisco, expanding access and opportunities for families priced out of the neighborhood.
Project Highlights
100% Affordable Housing
Up to 35 studio units
Unit Size
225–350 square feet
Commercial / Retail
776 square feet of commercial/retail space
Bike Parking
35 Spaces
Project Team
The project development team includes non-profits and city agencies with strong ties to the neighborhood, including:
The Bernal Heights Housing Corporation (BHHC) is BHNC’s affiliate organization that develops, preserves, and rehabilitates affordable homes throughout San Francisco. Our housing programs are designed to support adults with low incomes and their children, including formerly homeless individuals and those with special needs due to mental health issues, HIV/AIDS, or substance abuse problems. To date, BHHC has completed 18 developments with a total of 586 units, including four commercial units.
Tabernacle Community Development Corporation (TCDC)’s initial focus was economic development, youth education, and job skills training for unemployed and re-entry members of the community. In the first five years of existence TCDC successfully executed multiple educational and program services. However, the primary objective has expanded to developing affordable rental units with a deliberate effort to keep Black families from leaving San Francisco and to build homes for sale that will increase ownership within the African American community.
Mitchelville Real Estate Group CA, LLC (MREG) was formed in June 2019 in response to the housing crisis across California and a belief that new solutions, approaches and voices are needed to increase the housing supply for vulnerable populations. MREG is a company focused on the preservation, acquisition and construction of affordable, workforce and mixed-income housing. MREG specializes in strategic advisory, project management and affordable housing development & acquisitions.
The Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) supports residents with affordable housing opportunities and essential services to build strong communities.
The San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund’s (SFHAF) mission is to invest in the preservation and expansion of quality affordable housing and community facilities. HAF accelerates the production and preservation of affordable housing for economically disadvantaged households, individuals, and communities by lending to, investing in, and directly acquiring real estate assets.
BAR Architects is an architectural, interior design and planning firm with offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles with a belief in design quality, and a collaborative and client-centered process. BAR is a certified Green Business, designing buildings to all levels of LEED certification.
Guzman Construction Group gives every project its laser focused attention, creative problem-solving skills and masterful craftsmanship. As a Certified Local, Minority-Owned contractor for San Francisco, they have more than 30 years of experience working on some of the city’s most challenging multi-family, health care, and K-12 education projects.
Plant Construction Company, L.P. is a San Francisco-based firm that has provided general contracting and construction management services from the Bay Area to Southern California and beyond since 1947. They work in partnership with clients and architects to steward their vision for each project and deliver outstanding quality in the most complex and challenging scenarios, from affordable housing renovations for at-need communities to entire new mixed-use developments.
Citizens Financial Group is one of the nation’s oldest and largest financial institutions, with $219.9 billion in assets as of June 30th, 2024. Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, Citizens offers a broad range of retail and commercial banking products and services to individuals, small businesses, middle-market companies, large corporations, and institutions.
We want to hear from you!
As the project evolves, BHNC and our partners are collaborating with the community of 3300 Mission Street to ensure the project is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. As construction begins, we encourage neighbors, previous tenants, and other community members to contact the development team at 3300Mission@bhnc.org to stay up-to-date as we work to build new affordable housing to the Mission.
Subscribe to our mail list to receive project updates by emailing 3300Mission@bhnc.org.
Construction
The project achieved an important milestone as it broke ground and began construction in November 2024. Construction takes place Monday through Friday from 7:00a.m. to 4:00p.m., with some work permitted on weekends as needed. Please view the Zoom recording from the October 30 construction meeting to learn more about the construction process and timeline. We’ve also created a FAQ addressing many commonly asked questions. To sign up for construction updates or questions, please email 3300mission@bhnc.org.
