Concord Naval Weapons Station Housing Development Clears Key Hurdle

A major housing development planned for the former Concord Naval Weapons Station has cleared its latest regulatory hurdle, moving the project closer to construction. The development, which aims to bring thousands of new homes to the site, received approval from the Concord City Council on May 27, 2026.

The project, known as the Concord Naval Weapons Station Reuse Project, is one of the largest planned communities in the Bay Area, with an estimated 12,000 to 13,000 housing units, including affordable housing, as well as commercial and retail space. The latest approval involves the environmental impact report and the specific plan for the first phase of development, which includes approximately 2,000 homes.

City officials say the project will help address the region's housing shortage and provide much-needed housing for families and workers. The development is expected to create thousands of jobs during construction and once completed.

The Concord Naval Weapons Station, which was closed by the U.S. Navy in 2005, has been the subject of redevelopment plans for years.

The latest milestone brings the project closer to breaking ground, with construction expected to begin in 2028. The project has faced opposition from some community groups concerned about traffic, environmental impacts, and the loss of open space.

However, city leaders say the plan includes significant open space and parkland, as well as measures to mitigate traffic congestion.