The City of Ventura is inviting community members to review and comment on its draft application for the State of California’s Prohousing Designation Program. The public comment period will be open from July 8 through August 8, 2026, providing residents and stakeholders an opportunity to review the application and share feedback before it is considered by the City Council and submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
The Prohousing Designation Program is a voluntary State program that recognizes local governments that have implemented policies to support housing opportunities and reduce barriers to housing development. Receiving the designation may improve the City’s competitiveness for certain State grant funding programs that support local priorities such as infrastructure, transportation, housing, parks, and other community improvements.
“The City is committed to providing a transparent process and meaningful opportunities for public participation,” said Community Development Director Rachel Dimond. “We encourage community members to learn more about the Prohousing Designation Program, review the draft application, and share their feedback before the application is finalized.”…