Title
a. Receive a report on how Monterey County is fulfilling the goals of the 2015-23 Housing Element; and,
b. Consider a short-term plan on how the County will prepare to utilize new State housing laws and resources and implement other local strategies.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Receive a report on how Monterey County is fulfilling the goals of the 2015-23
Housing Element; and,
b. Consider a short-term plan on how the County will prepare to utilize new State
housing laws and resources and implement other local strategies.
SUMMARY:
In January 2018, Chair Luis A. Alejo submitted a referral, #2018.03, "To provide an update on how Monterey County is fulfilling its obligations under the 2015-2023 Housing Element Goals; and second, receive a report on a 2-3-year short-term plan on how Monterey County will prepare for and utilize the new State Housing Grant Funds provided by Senate Bill 2 and proposed Senate Bill 3 laws and resources to implement other local strategies." Provide direction to housing staff on how to proceed in preparation for new grant funds and be prepared to apply for all eligible housing grants.
Housing Element goals are based largely on Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) numbers issued by the State and proportioned by the regional council of governments. Housing element goals are designed to reduce/remove barriers to allow for housing to be developed. Housing development is driven by market forces. The County is obligated to report annually to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on its progress meeting the Housing Element goals. Monterey County's annual report was presented to the Board of Supervisors on May 15, 2018, along with an update on the general plan implementation program.
DISCUSSION:
There are two parts to addressing this referral: first, the status of meeting the goals of the 2015-23 Monterey County Housing Element (HE). The second...
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