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The County reported a record year for affordable housing production, underscoring its commitment to expanding housing opportunities and ensuring all residents have access to safe, stable and affordable housing.  

The Board of Supervisors received an update Wednesday detailing major progress in new housing construction, regional investments, and expanded support for renters and formally established the “Housing for All” initiative as the County’s overarching vision for advancing housing opportunities in the region. 

Major Investments Expanding Affordable Housing 

The County continued to finance the production, preservation and protection of housing through significant investments and policy updates. From July 2025 through June 2026, 13 affordable housing developments supported by County investment completed construction, resulting in 1,176 homes that serve families, seniors, veterans and people exiting homelessness. 

The County’s entire affordable housing portfolio includes: 

$398 million invested in creating and preserving affordable housing across 123 developments, including 12 on County-owned sites with 9,423 affordable homes completed or underway.  

The County’s locally funded Innovative Housing Trust Fund (IHTF), created in 2017, is imperative for the Housing for All initiative.  To date, the IHTF has provided more than $129 million, funding 38 developments with 3,396 homes. 

The latest round of IHTF funding awards, totaling $13 million, will support two new projects on County property: The Joule in Grantville and Valley Creek in Escondido. Additional IHTF funding is available through a Notice of Funding Availability open through Nov. 19, 2026. 

County Land Unlocks Housing Opportunities 

Repurposing County‑owned land continues to play a major role in addressing the region’s housing needed. This work includes: 

12 sites completed, in planning or under construction with 595 units already open, 126 units under construction, and more than 1,000 units in the pipeline. 

Partnerships Broadening Housing Options 

The County is also partnering with affordable housing developers and faith‑based organizations to expand opportunities to build affordable homes on faith-based land. Three projects now underway will create 220 affordable units, including Nestor Senior Village and The Haven on Palm. 

The County continues to modernize its public tools, policies, and systems with: 

The Housing for All Hub, a centralized resource to help residents access programs, data and services.         

Regulatory changes that support housing development and expand ownership opportunities such as allowing the sale of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) more commonly known as granny flats. 

Stronger Support for Renters and Eviction Prevention 

Protecting tenants is a key part of the Housing for All initiative. Wednesday’s Board action authorized the continuation of the County’s Tenant Legal Services and Fair Housing programs. 

Last year, the Tenant Legal Services program helped more than 2,300 residents through legal counseling, outreach, education and eviction‑prevention assistance. The County invested $3 million in the program in 2025 and plans to maintain support. 

Renter protection remains essential to preventing homelessness and supporting stable communities. 

Housing and Community Development Services expands access to safe, stable and affordable housing that supports families, neighborhood stability and a more resilient, equitable San Diego County.