Low-barrier shelter in Oroville?

Haven of Hope on Wheels is pursuing its next project: a low-barrier emergency shelter for up to 25 homeless individuals at 3010 Myers St. in Oroville.

Today (June 27) the Planning Commission will decide whether to grant a use permit that would allow the nonprofit to use the former pharmacy building, for which Haven of Hope already has a lease.

Haven of Hope intends to operate the shelter from 4:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. and provide two meals a day. The plan is to offer life skills courses and case management to assist clients with obtaining permanent or supportive housing during the day. Participants will be able to access the Haven of Hope mobile hygiene unit’s shower and laundry services, which launched earlier this month.