Proposed 323-unit affordable housing community
Summary
Dominium wants to rezone 12.68 acres from light industrial to build 'The Waverly' — 323 apartments with rents capped for 30 years for families earning roughly $47,000-$67,000. The project would meet most of the city's identified rental housing need, but council members bluntly signaled they'd vote no because of frustration with the school district land partnership, not the project itself. The developer must commit $430,000 to the state by March 31 without zoning in place.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project needs no city funding and would generate an estimated $2.5 million in construction sales tax, but the council's opposition effectively kills the deal as proposed.
Tolleson renters priced out of the market — the project would cover nearly 70% of the city's housing need through 2030.
If the project dies, the city forgoes most of its identified affordable rental supply and the school district forgoes a long-term land deal.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting - Mar 24, 2026
A developer wants to rezone industrial land near 99th Ave and Wolverine Way for 323 apartments reserved for households earning 60% or less of area median income, with a 30-year affordability commitment. A MAG study found Tolleson needs about 417 affordable units, so this would help close the gap. The rezoning will come back for a public hearing and vote later.
City Council Meeting - Mar 24, 2026
Dominium wants to rezone 12.68 acres from light industrial to build 'The Waverly' — 323 apartments with rents capped for 30 years for families earning roughly $47,000-$67,000. The project would meet most of the city's identified rental housing need, but council members bluntly signaled they'd vote no because of frustration with the school district land partnership, not the project itself. The developer must commit $430,000 to the state by March 31 without zoning in place.
City Council Meeting - Feb 24, 2026
A new housing study shows 68% of Tolleson renters and 93% of seniors are cost-burdened, with a 417-unit shortage. Staff floated a workforce housing trust fund, expanded ADUs, and owner-occupied condos as fixes — and Council asked for follow-up information.
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