Housing & homelessness
Here’s how we are tackling homelessness and building more housing.
Holding cities and counties accountable
Governor Newsom has transformed California’s approach to housing and homelessness. His Administration has directed billions to address these issues. But with more resources comes greater accountability at the local level. New regional plans now direct communities to commit to solutions that reduce homelessness.
Getting and keeping more people in housing
Programs like Roomkey and Homekey have helped thousands of Californians. They rapidly turned hotels, motels, and other existing properties into housing. The administration is also clearing dangerous encampments while offering a path home. We’ve invested millions so that those living in tents can move to housing with access to support.
Building more housing, faster
The Governor has speeded up the building of housing. To do this, he cut red tape, streamlined approvals, and invested over $40 billion. He also set a legally binding goal of 2.5 million homes planned within the next six years. To meet this goal, his Administration launched the Housing Accountability Unit. He has also worked with the Legislature to:
- open excess state land for housing development,
- sign landmark eviction protections, and
- sign rent caps into law.
News about housing and homelessness
Governor Newsom’s SAFE Task Force clears Los Angeles encampment, partners with city to connect people with shelter and care
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom’s statewide task force to target encampments and fast-track care and support today was in Los Angeles for its first southern California operation — working with Mayor Karen Bass and local partners to clear a dangerous...
California announces funding to create thousands of affordable homes for California families
News 30 affordable housing projects to create more than 2,000 homes across California What you need to know: California is continuing to advance Governor Newsom’s strategy to create more homes and boost affordability. Today, the state is awarding funding to create...
Proposition 1 continues delivering support for vulnerable homeless populations in California
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom’s reforms and strengthening of California’s mental health support systems are well underway, with billions of voter-approved Proposition 1 funding being distributed to communities throughout California, including Oakland,...
