Affordable Housing Services

City of Oakland affordable housing funds come from both local and federal sources.  These funds are distributed through the programs listed below.

• Counseling - counseling for home buyers
• Discrimination/Fair Housing - services for Oakland residents who feel they have been subjected to discrimination as a home buyer, homeowner or tenant
• Disabled - counseling, housing search assistance, and referrals for disabled individuals  
• Predatory Lending - protect yourself against excessive fees, high interest rates and other abusive mortgage lending practices known as predatory lending
• Relocation - information and assistance to individuals and families who are being forced out of their places of residence due to safety violations, demolition, or government activities
• Rent Disputes - links to the Rent Adjustment Board for individuals needing assistance with rent disputes
• Seniors -  housing services for senior citizens in Oakland

I want to build housing for the poor.  Can the City give me money to do this?

Where can I get a copy of the NOFA?

Does the City offer funds for housing development?

Where can I find affordable housing available now?

Where can I get information on
 Section 8 housing?

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