A few weeks ago I posted a preview of the 1500 N. California development in downtown Walnut Creek and on Tuesday the Walnut Creek City Council approved this development of 141 apartment rentals along with 18,000 square feet of retail space. The Contra Costa Times notes ‘that city leaders called [this] a “game-changer” and a new vision for what Walnut Creek can become’. Having lived right around the block from here in an apartment complex several years ago I’m not sure how this is a ‘game changer’ but I look forward to seeing which shops open up. As for apartment living, the location is great since you can walk to BART, Safeway, the movie theater and be right in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek.