At the Artspace Tannery Lofts we are committed to attracting creative individuals and families from diverse artistic and cultural backgrounds. We encourage all people to apply regardless of race, color, creed, religion, employment or occupation, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or physical disability. We are especially interested in individuals who are committed to building community and will give some of their time and energy toward this goal.
Artspace’s mission is to create, foster and preserve affordable space for artists and arts organizations. Our residential units have large flexible floor plans, high ceilings, large windows and durable surfaces to accommodate a variety of creative disciplines. Artspace buildings across the country have a special feeling of community fostered by creative activity and community involvement.
The affordable housing at the Tannery Arts Center, consists of 100 units of new construction over parking. The residential project serves individuals and families earning less than 30%, 40% and 50% of area median income (AMI), which are set annually.
Rents are based on income level, size of family and apartment size, i.e. studio, one, two or three bedroom.
Please note, all units at the Tannery are currently occupied with full wait lists so we are not taking applications at the moment. When openings do occur the following Resident Selection Criteria must be followed very carefully for all Artspace Tannery Lofts (ATL) applicants. Fair Housing Laws require Management to use the same criteria for determining eligibility for all applicants. There are no exceptions. The TAC is a 100% Tax Credit property and must follow Section 42 of the IRS Code, along with all Calif. Tax Credit Allocation Committee rules.
The Artspace Tannery Lofts provides 100 units of affordable housing with a tenant selection preference given to Santa Cruz County households who participate in, and are committed to, the creative arts.
Income-Annual gross income cannot exceed the Area Median Income (AMI) for Santa Cruz County per the chart below. The AMI income limits are updated and published yearly by HUD. Management is required to obtain third party income verification on all sources of income. Income calculations are based upon the applicant’s expected annual gross income. For purposes of determining income eligibility, the income of personal care attendants will not be counted as household income but they will be included for the purpose of determining unit size.
2010 MAXIMUM INCOME LIMITS: (SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH PUBLISHED ALLOWABLE LIMITS)
| Percentage of Area Median Income | 1 Person | 2 Person | 3 Person | 4 Person | 5 Person | 6 Person |
| 30% | $18,270 | $20,880 | $23,490 | $26,100 | $28,200 | $30,270 |
| 40% | $24,360 | $27,840 | $31,320 | $34,800 | $37,600 | $40,360 |
| 50% | $30,450 | $34,450 | $39,150 | $43,500 | $47,000 | $50,450 |
Identity – All adult family members must provide a copy of their Social Security card, and/or a valid government issued Passport. A second document or identification such as Drivers License, Picture ID, etc. is required for all adult members of the household. Copies of birth Certificates are required for all minors.
Household Size – Prospective Residents must accept an apartment based on their household size at move-in per the household size chart below. One pet per household is allowed per the ATL pet policy, including a dog up to 60 Lbs.
| Studio | 1-2 Persons |
| 1 Bedroom | 1-3 Persons |
| 2 Bedrooms | 2-5 Persons |
| 3 Bedrooms | 4-6 Persons |
