For Southwest Houston Redevelopment Authority in partnership with Connect Community, Non-Profit

Southwest Redevelopment Plan

Gulfton/Sharpstown is the epicenter of immigrant culture and density that falls between Chicago and NYC. Since the 1980’s many newcomers have brought more than 50 languages from over 40 countries to the informality of the 90 apartment complexes. The apartments scaled for oil boom singles in the 1970’s became home for families and multi-generational families following the 80’s oil bust. This fabric shocked with densification struggles to support spatial equity with a struggling natural environment of largely asphalt.

The goal is to build on recent planning efforts and put community members at the center of decision-making processes for building a stronger and resilient future for a focused study area within Gulfton/Sharpstown - looking at housing, economic vitality, and health and wellness for the residents. The Southwest Redevelopment Plan identifies the Civic Core Campus as one of the recommended projects. The full study can be found here.

Additionally, click here to see UltraBarrio’s latest on the The Southwest Civic Core Campus project. Currently we are completing schematic design for the architecture of the civic community building, cafe, and garage.