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Contact

(714) 647-5360
20 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Alternating Fridays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: closed

The Community Development Agency is responsible for providing services in the area of economic development, job training, affordable housing, and downtown development. The Agency plans, develops and administers programs to accomplish the public policy goals of the Santa Ana City Council, Santa Ana Housing Authority and Workforce Investment Board.

Our Commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m.

Our services

Arts and Culture Office

Art programs, cultural programming, Arts and Culture Commission, and more.

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Community Development Commission

The advisory body that makes recommendations on how we spend federal housing and community development dollars on programs and projects.

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Economic Development

Business grants, training, downtown, employment, and more.

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Homeless Services

Shelter, permanent supportive housing, and trauma-informed connections to get people housing.

Housing Authority
Housing Authority

Rental assistance, housing vouchers, Section 8, and more.

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Housing Division

Facilitating housing development throughout Santa Ana and offering financial assistance for homeownership.

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Rent Stabilization Division

Administering the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Ordinance for rental properties in the City of Santa Ana

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Successor Agency and Oversight Board

Regulatory and bureaucratic stuff.

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Santa Ana WORK Center

Employment, job training, and counseling.

News

Rent Stabilization Newsletter – March 2025

Posted on April 4, 2025

News and Updates Sign up to receive important updates on the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance by clicking the link below. Sign up to receive updates Rent Stabilization Program Updates Building Bridges for Housing Justice: Santa Ana Rent Stabilization Division Attends Housing California Annual Conference Our team recently attended the Housing California 2025...

Santa Ana Youth Employment Program accepting applications through April 6

Posted on March 25, 2025

Paid job opportunities are available for youth ages 16 to 30 with the Santa Ana Youth Employment Program. We are now accepting applications until April 6 for summer jobs offered through the Santa Ana Work Center. Earn $20 per hour  Work 20 hours per week Gain valuable experience Who Can Apply? Applicants must: Live in...
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Below-market homes available for purchase at 717 Lyon, Cabrillo Crossing

Posted on March 20, 2025

Looking to own a home at below-market prices? The City of Santa Ana, in partnership with Toll Brothers and Brandywine Homes, is offering affordable for-sale units for income-eligible buyers at two locations! These homes were provided through the City’s 2021 Affordable Housing Opportunity and Creation Ordinance. 717 Lyon: 2- & 3-bedroom condos starting from the...

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Upcoming Events

Rent Stabilization Board

Apr 16 2025

City Council Chamber

The Rent Stabilization Board is appointed by and advises the Santa Ana City Council. The Board meets on the third Wednesday of every month. Past and upcoming agendas and minutes are available on the City Clerk’s webpage. Members of the public are invited to attend the Board meetings. The meeting airs live on the City’s YouTube...

Tenant’s Rights Community Workshop

Apr 16 2025

Lathrop Intermediate School - Wellness Center

Struggling with housing issues? Want to know your rights as a tenant? Join us for our Tenant’s Rights Workshops! Discover how we can support you in maintaining your housing stability and security. This is your chance to empower yourself with essential knowledge and resources. The next workshop is on April 16. Wednesday, April 16 5–7...

Resume Building Workshop

Apr 17 2025

Santa Ana WORK Center

Join us at the Santa Ana WORK Center for a resume building workshop every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 10 AM to 11 AM! 801 W. Civic Center Dr. Suite 200, Santa Ana, CA 92701 For more info and to RSVP, call us at 714-565-2600.

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