Construction begins for National City affordable housing tower [Video]

SAN DIEGO — Construction has begun on a new affordable housing development in National City.

Elected officials, union leaders, developers and other community members gathered at a groundbreaking Monday morning to recognize the construction of 94 affordable housing units. Union Tower will include 70 units for low-income families and 24 units specifically for veterans experiencing homelessness. 

The building is replacing two 16-unit buildings that were part of National City Park Apartments, which has 456 units total. It’s set to open in 2026.

The project is a partnership between the San Diego County Building and Construction Trades Council and Wakeland Housing and Development Corporation.

“Union Tower is an investment in National City and a promise to its families,” said Carol Kim, SDBTC Family Housing Corporation’s CEO and Chair. “This affordable housing community will deliver much-needed affordable housing, create high quality jobs—both …