"Silicon Valley Billionaire Donates Land for $1 to Build Solar-Powered Tiny Homes for Homeless in San Jose"

Silicon Valley philanthropist John A. Sobrato is providing land to the city of San Jose at a nominal cost of $1 per year for five years to build 150 beds of emergency interim housing for the homeless. The Sobrato Organization aims to address housing insecurity in the region through their broader Housing Security Initiative. The project, which will feature solar-powered tiny homes with limited hookups, is seen as a potential game changer in combating homelessness. While the city views it as a win, some residents are opposed, expressing concerns about the concentration of tiny homes in their area. Construction is expected to begin in early to mid 2024.