Housing Policy & Implementation
EMC Planning Group provides comprehensive housing policy services, including:
- Housing Element certification, CEQA compliance, and implementation support;
- Customized community outreach;
- Grant writing and application assistance;
- Strategic and productive engagement with HCD regulators to achieve practical solutions; and
- Optimization of project goals to meet local community needs.
EMC Planning Group provides public sector clients seeking Housing Element certification with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) proven results, personalized attention and a collaborative partnership. Our experienced consultants combine housing policy insights with innovative thinking to deliver Housing Elements tailored to a jurisdiction’s unique challenges.
EMC Planning Group’s Housing Element Team secured state certification of the recent 6th Cycle Housing Element for clients in numerous jurisdictions.
EMC Planning Group clients have achieved statutory compliance after only one revision letter from the State, an uncommon outcome that reflect the quality of the submittal and EMC Planning Group’s expertise working with HCD and navigating House Element Law. These achievements reflect our commitment to close collaboration with City staff, effective engagement with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), and strong public outreach to ensure community-driven solutions. Our CEQA team also prepared the associated environmental documentation, providing clients with seamless, integrated support.
Housing Element Implementation
EMC’S housing team works collaboratively with clients to implement Housing Element implementation programs, ensuring continued compliance with state requirements and improving eligibility for future grant funding. Many programs included in recent Housing Elements are complex and numerous requiring a substantial level of effort. EMC is cognizant of staffing constrains and excels in supplementing limited staff resources with clients in Monterey, Contra Costa and Stanislaus Counties to effectively complete program implementation in a timely manner and stay in compliance with HCD.
HCD ProHousing Grant Applications
EMC Planning Group also provides services to clients applying for HCD’s ProHousing designation. The ProHousing grant application process is detailed and requires up front work with HCD staff to ensure a successful outcome. The designation expands a local jurisdictions access to competitive funding opportunities for housing implementation.