A West Los Angeles VA project will convert part of historic Building 13 into 24 apartments for homeless veterans at an estimated $1.25 million per unit. The complete $52 million renovation includes $22 million for ground-floor veteran services. Advocates question whether replacing the building could have produced far more housing and whether the project balances housing needs with the campus town center and supportive services envisioned for veterans.

Veteran homelessness across Greater Los Angeles declined sharply in 2026. The latest count identified 2,257 veterans experiencing homelessness—793 fewer than in 2025 and approximately 42% below the 2023 estimate. Improved outreach, coordinated case management, and expanding VA housing are helping, but continued local support, referrals, Stand Down events, and housing assistance remain essential.