What We Do
The goal of our Division is to ensure all Marin residents have equal access to safe and affordable housing. We focus on:
- Expanding and improving housing options for current and future residents;
- Facilitating the repair of unsafe or unhealthy housing conditions;
- Making sure housing is equitable and accessible for all; and
- Distributing funds to a wide range of projects that serve lower-income households. This includes affordable housing projects, services, and community upgrades.
Active community engagement and outreach guide our work. We collaborate with nonprofit partners and community groups, other local governments, housing providers and renters, homeowners, and developers. We focus on reaching out to those that have historically been shut out of decision making processes.
Our Work and Services
- Creating Housing Get more information on the County's affordable housing regulations, resources for building ADUs, and additional units on single-unit lots.
- Funding for Projects Learn about funding opportunities for nonprofits and developers working on affordable housing, community infrastructure and public service projects.
- Renting in Marin Learn more about rights and responsibilities when renting in Marin County.
- Planning for Housing in the Future Learn more about our initiatives for planning housing in the future, including the Housing Element.
- Fair Housing Fair housing laws prohibit discrimination in housing based on factors like race, religion, disability, or familial status.
- Housing Help Find resources to help you locate or maintain housing.
- Collaboration with Marin Cities & Towns We collaborate closely with Marin cities and towns on housing projects and initiatives.
- Get Involved! We encourage you to get involved and help shape the future of housing in our community! Join a meeting or one of our committees to engage.