ALERT:

The OAK311 mobile app and SeeClickFix web portal will be down from Thursday February 13th at 7:00 pm to Saturday February 15th at 11:59pm for a software update. During this time, we will only be responding to infrastructure emergencies. To report an infrastructure emergency, please call us by dialing 3-1-1 (if in Oakland) or (510) 615-5566.

Housing Policies, Plans, and Data

The Housing Policy Section conducts studies, maintains data and statistics, provides information, advocates legislation, creates and ensures compliance with local, state and federal policies and procedures related to affordable housing in Oakland

Plans, Dashboards, and Reports
Resources
Documents

Newly released report (2/11/2025): Homelessness Prevention Pilot Evaluation Report
In July 2023, the City of Oakland’s Housing and Community Development Department, in collaboration with Bay Area Community Services, launched a Homelessness Prevention Pilot (HPP), also called Keep People Housed, which offers financial aid and resources to low-income tenants at risk of homelessness. Please visit our full report via the link above to learn more about HPP's impact.

Available for Comments: HCD 2024 PRO Housing Application
Public Hearing on this application scheduled for 10/1/24 at Council, please send comments to csmith4@oaklandca.gov.