2.1 Introduction

The goals and policies contained in the Housing Element address Belvedere’s identified housing needs and are implemented through a series of housing programs. Housing programs define the specific actions that the City will take to achieve specific goals and policies. The provision of housing that is affordable across the range of income categories continues to be a challenge in Belvedere, but the 6th Cycle Housing Element establishes goals and policies to meet the housing needs of the community, while also meeting the Regional Housing needs Allocation (RHNA) for the period 2023-2031.

The six goals of Belvedere’s Housing Element are as follows:

Goal 1: Construct New Housing;

Goal 2: Maintain and Enhance the Quality of Existing Housing Stock;

Goal 3: Facilitate the Development of Affordable and Equal Opportunity Housing;

Goal 4: Provide Housing Opportunities for Special Needs Populations;

Goal 5: Promote Energy Conservation and Sustainable Design; and

Goal 6: Collaborate and Publicize Housing Resources.

The programs contained in this chapter were prepared understanding the nature and extent of housing needs in Belvedere, the funding and land availability constraints, and the experience gained from implementation of the previous Housing Element.