Oakland has experienced a notable increase in affordable housing construction, permitting around 700 low-income homes last year, along with 100 moderate-income units. This surge follows the passage of Measure U, which allowed the city to raise $350 million specifically for affordable housing projects, marking a historic funding milestone. Emily Weinstein from Oakland's Housing and Community Development Department attributes the increase to available resources and emphasizes the need for ongoing funding to support the 25 projects in the pipeline, reflecting a positive trend in addressing the housing crisis in the city.
The city of Oakland has seen a significant increase in affordable housing, with 700 low-income homes permitted last year, indicating a decade's worth of progress.
Measure U, a bond measure that raised $350 million for affordable housing, has crucially funded the construction and preservation of low-income housing.
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