Located on a now remediated brownfield, construction associated with the Neighborhood Land Trust’s largest project to-date started in 2019, with the installation of a sound barrier to reduce construction-related noise. With the nearest park located over two miles away, this 8.5-acre project represents a monumental demonstration of a community-designed, multi-benefit park for residents who have historically been severely under-resourced and deeply impacted by environmental injustice.

The Jefferson Park & Affordable Housing Project will transform a 1.86-acre former oil drilling site in South Los Angeles into a vibrant, community-serving space that combines much-needed affordable housing with a new 0.75-acre public park. Los Angeles Neighborhood Land Trust (LANLT) serves as the lead agency for the park’s development and community engagement.