Countywide meetings
The shortage of homes impacts all of us. That’s why now is the time to participate in conversations and plan together for current and future housing needs in all our communities. So what is a housing element anyway? It is a plan updated every 8 years that guides all the housing possible in every city and town in San Mateo County. In the Spring of 2021, we held five countywide meetings, with an introduction about the update process, why it matters, and countywide trends.
Watch these videos to learn more.
Creating an Affordable Future
Each San Mateo County community is currently updating its Housing Element – a housing plan that is part of every jurisdiction’s General Plan – and we can use your informed input. This series on Creating a More Affordable Future will help you learn more about the problem and possible solutions for our communities.
Housing and Racial Equity
October 27, 2021
Why does where you live matter? Why are our neighborhoods segregated, even though our communities are diverse? What can we do to create more inclusive and equitable communities? This session is part two of a four-part webinar and discussion series to learn about housing issues in San Mateo County.
Why Affordability Matters
October 13, 2021
Why are our housing prices so high, and how did we get here? What does “housing affordability” mean? How is it measured? Who needs affordable housing? This is part one of a four-part webinar and discussion series to learn about housing issues in San Mateo County.
Housing in a Climate of Change
November 10, 2021
How can we create more housing given water shortages and greenhouse gas emissions? How does more housing *reduce* emissions? This session is part three of a four-part webinar and discussion series to learn about housing issues in San Mateo County.
Putting It All Together for a Better Future
December 1, 2021
Where do we have space to create new housing choices? How do we promote design excellence in new buildings and new communities? This session is part four of a four-part webinar and discussion series to learn about housing issues in San Mateo County.
All About RHNA
So what is RHNA? The Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) is a blank. On April 22, 2022, we held a community conversation to learn more about the RHNA process and answer questions.
Watch this video of the meeting to learn more or view the FAQ.