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Press Release January 15, 2026
CA State Auditor Finds HCD Meets Deadlines on Housing Element Reviews and Provides Jurisdictions Consistent, Detailed Feedback and Guidance
The California State Auditor (CSA) today released a report on the Department of Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) procedures and oversight…
Disaster Recovery January 6, 2026
On Eve of LA Fire Anniversary, Governor Newsom Announces Housing Push to Keep Survivors in Their Communities
Press Release December 31, 2025
Governor Newsom Announced Nearly $2.8 Billion in Awards in 2025 to Address Homelessness, Build More Housing, and Support Stronger Communities
December 24, 2025
We are a Team, We are a Community – Spotlight on Briana
Homekey December 23, 2025
Prop 1 brings new projects creating hundreds of housing units for Californians, including veterans
December 22, 2025
60 Years Strong - Spotlight on HCD Team Member Nichole Zaragoza-Smith
Press Release December 19, 2025
Governor Newsom provides communities $52 million to build housing and infrastructure, address homelessness
December 18, 2025
Stability and a Safe Space for His Son – Spotlight on Oscar
Videos
Briana spent hours each day driving to work and her children’s school because affordable housing in the Bay Area was out of reach. She feared she would face homelessness forever. Today, Briana lives at HCD-funded Crescent Grove Apartments in…
In celebration of HCD’s 60th anniversary and for the next several weeks, we salute the employees who work hard every day to drive HCD’s mission and serve all Californians. Meet HCD team member Nichole Zaragoza-Smith whose love of puzzles helps…
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