In a city known for its diversity and innovation, Long Beach makes strides to address the plight of students without homes by exploring housing solutions through tiny homes. The City of Long Beach, in discussions with Long Beach City College (LBCC), is considering ways to accommodate LBCC students facing homelessness to provide the stability they need to continue their education. As reported by the City of Long Beach, Mayor Rex Richardson highlights the importance of youth support, outlining that these students will "shape the future of Long Beach."

While a specific site for the tiny homes has not been chosen, the proposed deployment would offer single-occupancy modular units of approximately 100 square feet, as per the City of Long Beach. These units are designed to include not only the basics of bed and storage but also personal bathrooms, showers, lighting, electrical outlets, personal HVAC, and fire suppression systems. Some units will also be ADA-accessible. This collaboration promises to deliver more than just shelter; it includes the provision of supportive services and a path toward permanent housing. However, the initial site under consideration at California Avenue and E Springs Street faced impediments due to high utility and cleanup costs. Consequently, the City has ceased considering this location as feasible for the Tiny Homes project and has instead moved to preserve it as park space.

Regarding the parking area, Fifth District Councilwoman Megan Kerr said, "It was important that we explored the different possible uses for Parcel B in support of our community," as stated by the City of Long Beach She expressed enthusiasm for the dedication of Willow Springs Park as a park space, as well as the future upgrades planned through the Willow Springs Trailhead Project.

The initiative's funding comes from the Homekey Program Round 2 Grant, awarded by the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) in August 2022, a substantial backing that reflects the problem’s severity and the innovation of the proposed solutions. The City's efforts, along with those of the County and non-profits, have seen Long Beach growing its support network with over 1,200 shelter beds courtesy of various Continuum of Care partnerships.