Friday, July 18, 2025

Pasadena Forum to Explore Affordable Housing Options for Fire Survivors

Event will feature nonprofits and organizations offering lower-cost rebuilding solutions

Homeowners in Pasadena and Altadena considering rebuilding after the Eaton fire can learn about affordable housing solutions at an upcoming forum in Pasadena.

The event will take place Tuesday, July 22, from 1-3 p.m. at the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly Street. All ages are welcome to attend.

The forum will feature several organizations offering lower-cost rebuilding options for fire survivors.

The Foothill Catalog Foundation, a nonprofit, will present more than 30 design concepts. The organization is dedicated to helping fire survivors rebuild and save money, and emphasizes additional savings when rebuilding together.

Representatives from cityLAB-UCLA will discuss modular housing options and explain how combining traditional construction with modular building can save time and money.

Habitat for Humanity will focus on affordability and sustainability in rebuilding efforts. Representatives will be available to answer questions.

Sunset Mesa Collective will present their approach of using a single point of contact. This method aims to reduce and control rebuilding costs.

The forum is designed to help homeowners rebuild efficiently and affordably after the fire.

For registration and more information, visit www.PasadenaSeniorCenter.org. Click on workshops under Lectures & Classes to sign up.