On Wednesday, July 30, the Long Beach Economic Development Department, joined by a group of City officials and local businesses, held a demolition ceremony for the City-owned commercial properties located at 5641-5649 Atlantic Ave.
This removal of two commercial buildings and one undeveloped parcel is meant to advance future development and investment in North Long Beach.
“The ongoing transformation of the Atlantic Avenue corridor marks an exciting step toward the further revitalization of the Uptown community,” said Mayor Rex Richardson in a public statement. “By positioning the area for new development, we’re opening the door to fresh energy and modern investment, providing expanded opportunities and benefits to the residents and visitors of North Long Beach.”
As the City looks to spark long-term economic activity and transformative growth in North Long Beach, prospective developers are invited to submit a parcel interest form here and peruse the available City-owned properties on the Surplus Land webpage.
The demolition project is estimated to be complete by the end of August.
“This isn’t just about momentum—it’s about a promise kept to the people of North Long Beach,” said Eighth District Councilmember Tunua Thrash-Ntuk in a public statement. “By clearing this site, we are opening the door for tangible investment—for new local jobs, for the shops and services our families can walk to, and for a community that is safer and cleaner for our kids. Every step like this brings our vision for a thriving North Long Beach one step closer to reality.”
To learn more about the opportunities offered by the Economic Development Department’s Real Estate Development Bureau, visit longbeach.gov/realestate.
