The changes aim to revitalize the underutilized property, which has seen reduced occupancy due to post-pandemic hybrid work trends

The Santa Monica City Council approved an amended development agreement with the RAND Corporation on Tuesday, paving the way for new retail, dining, and office uses at its 326,170-square-foot headquarters at 1776 Main St., while securing $5.5 million in community benefits, city officials said.

The updated agreement allows RAND’s existing building, constructed in 2004, to expand beyond its original “institutional office” designation to include general and creative offices, media production, limited life sciences research, retail shops, restaurants, convenience markets, banks, and personal services like salons. The changes aim to revitalize the underutilized pr

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