New phase of major sitework at The Rise – Oct 2024

Dear Neighbors, 

We are excited to update you on the next important phase of construction at The Rise. Having completed the final stage of make-ready utility work at the former Vallco site, we are now awaiting the issuance of the remaining permits to move forward. This next phase is scheduled to begin later this month.

This new phase will construct major sitework necessary for the future construction of retail and residential buildings on the west side of the property, north of Stevens Creek Boulevard and west of Wolfe Road. In particular, the work will involve:

• Site grading and preparation of pads for future buildings
• Installation of new utility infrastructure
• Construction of new interior roadways
• Temporary solar street lighting for security and safety

Our scheduled construction hours will be 7AM-8PM on weekdays.  While we do not anticipate regular weekend activity, there may occasionally be limited work hours on weekends as required. This schedule will allow our crews to complete this phase of construction as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Site Map & Construction Details

For a clearer view of where the site work is taking place, including truck entry and exit points, please refer to the diagram below. This map will provide you with an overview of:

Areas of site work: Indicating where the grading, utility installations, and other construction activities will occur.

Truck routes: Showing the designated entry and exit points to and from the site, ensuring traffic remains manageable and efficient.

Staging and Construction zones: Highlighting the key areas of work to help you better understand where activities will be concentrated during this phase.

Throughout all phases of this project, our guiding vision for The Rise remains the same: to create a fully connected city center where community, culture, and nature come together. The Rise will be a new social heart for Cupertino—a vibrant, walkable city center with a thriving downtown retail corridor, flexible commercial spaces, and a range of housing options that foster connection and well-being.

Our Good Neighbor Commitment:
We acknowledge that construction activity may have an impact on our neighbors, and we take seriously our responsibility to minimize disruption and manage any impacts wherever possible. As always, our construction management plan will ensure that all site work complies with best practices and adheres to our Good Neighbor Program.

Our commitment to you:

• Dust control, material recycling, and onsite reuse;
• A traffic control plan that manages truck routes to keep streets open and maintain regular truck schedules;
• Continuous vibration and noise monitoring to ensure activities stay within statutory limits;
• Strict adherence to permitted construction hours;
• Regular updates throughout construction; and
• In general, setting goals to exceed legal and regulatory requirements as a demonstration of our commitment to be responsible neighbors.

What you can expect:

• We will adhere to stringent requirements imposed by State, County, and local regulations that govern demolition and construction activities
• A dedicated team will be on-site to coordinate operations and address any concerns promptly
• We will keep you informed with regular updates and advance notice of any changes, whenever possible
• You can always reach out to use via the following channels for more information or to ask questions. Our team is standing by to assist you:
  • Visit www.therisecalifornia.com for the latest information about The Rise
  • Sign up for construction updates by emailing construction@therisecalifornia.com
  • Have questions? Contact us at construction@therisecalifornia.com or call our 24-hour construction hotline at (408) 446-3027

While we strive to provide advance notice and minimize disruption, there may be circumstances that require us to take immediate actions to ensure the safety of construction personnel and the public. We’ll do our best to communicate any such changes as they arise, and we will keep you posted as work progresses.

We appreciate your ongoing patience and support as we move forward with this exciting new chapter. Together, we are building a downtown for our community that will be a true reflection of Cupertino’s vibrant spirit.

Sincerely,
Reed Moulds
The Rise Project Executive