THE ASK
In January 2017, a homeless count in San Diego found more than 5,600 people living on the city’s streets, many in makeshift encampments along the edges of downtown. Unsanitary conditions contributed to a hepatitis A outbreak that made more than 500 people sick and claimed 20 lives, creating an urgent public health crisis. The City of San Diego needed a rapidly deployable interim housing solution to quickly move individuals off the streets and into safe shelter environments that could support their transition to affordable and permanent housing.
Working with a coalition of political and business leaders, the City’s Homelessness Strategies and Solutions Department determined that Sprung could provide a fast and affordable solution to meet their needs.
HOW SPRUNG DELIVERED
Sprung provided three fully insulated tensioned-membrane structures as an immediate interim housing solution for the City of San Diego. Delivered in just two weeks and constructed in four, the facilities offer safe, temporary accommodations for individuals transitioning to permanent housing. Each clear-span structure accommodates up to 100 beds and includes restrooms, showers, meal services and 24-hour security.
Designed to support both residents and service providers, the buildings’ spacious interiors include dedicated areas for health counselors, case managers and outreach specialists. Supportive services at all three locations include healthcare access, substance abuse counseling and job training programs designed to foster lasting stability and self-sufficiency.
THE SPECS
- 60’ wide x 120’ long - Father Joe’s Village
- 50’ wide x 275’ long - Alpha Project
- 60’ wide x 195’ long - Veterans Village of San Diego
- Fully insulated
- Double doors
