The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is dedicated to the preservation and expansion of safe, stable and affordable housing so more Californians have a place to call home. HCD works to ensure an adequate supply of housing for Californians and promotes the growth of strong communities through its leadership, policy, and program development.
Our Mission
Promote safe, affordable homes and vibrant, inclusive, sustainable communities for all Californians.
Our Vision
Every California resident can live, work, and play in healthy communities of opportunity.
HCD awards loans and grants to public and private housing developers, nonprofit agencies, cities, counties, state and federal partners. This funding supports the construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable rental and ownership homes, provides permanent supportive housing options as well as stable, safe shelter for those experiencing homelessness. HCD also develops housing policy, building codes, and regulates factory-built and manufactured homes as well as mobilehome parks.