Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA)
The Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) is a State of California program that provides ongoing funding to cities and counties to address local housing needs. Established by Senate Bill 2 (SB 2), PLHA is funded through a real estate document recording fee and is designed to support long-term housing solutions.
The County of Monterey was delegated the administering local government for the Carmel-by-the-Sea, Soledad, and Greenfield programs. Approximately $5,631,969 will be received over a five-year term of the grants.
PLHA funds are used to increase the supply of affordable housing and to assist individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The County has selected the following eligible uses of this funding:
- Development, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable housing
- Assistance for first-time homebuyers
- Supportive housing and services for people experiencing homelessness
The PLHA Program has funded or committed funds to:
- Greenfield Commons, Affordable Apartments … $910,195
- Sun Rose Housing, Permanent & Transitional Housing … $400,213
- Salinas Share Center, Low-barrier Navigation Center … $1,593,176
- Supportive/Case Management Services … $790,275
- Assistance for first-time homebuyers … $1,680,063
To view the PLHA Notice of Fund Availability, Guidelines, Application, or Award List please visit the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program website at https://www.hcd.ca.gov/funding/plha.