Prohousing Designation

Supporting Housing and Community Growth in Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights:  A Recognized Prohousing Community

The City of Citrus Heights was recognized as a Prohousing Community by the State of California in 2022 for its leadership in encouraging housing development — particularly affordable housing.

This recognition highlights the City’s ongoing efforts to expand housing opportunities through initiatives such as the Fair Oaks Senior Apartments, Sunrise Pointe, and its partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento. The City also supports residents through programs like the Housing Rehabilitation Program and has streamlined approval processes for projects that include affordable housing components.

Through the State’s Prohousing Designation Program, communities that take proactive steps to promote housing and remove barriers to development gain recognition — and become eligible for valuable state funding to support local housing and infrastructure projects.

What's Next

The City’s Prohousing Designation is set to expire in January 2026, and Citrus Heights is actively reapplying to maintain its status. The application does not propose any new policies or programs; instead, it highlights and seeks recognition for the housing initiatives and policies the City already has in place. Renewing this designation will allow the City to continue advancing its housing goals, remain competitive for state funding, and build on the progress already made toward expanding affordable and diverse housing options for the community.

Get Involved

The City invites community members to review the draft Prohousing Designation application and share feedback. Your input helps ensure Citrus Heights continues to grow in a way that reflects the needs and priorities of our residents.

Review the City's draft self-scoring sheet (Appendix 3) (opens in a new tab)
Review the City's response to treatment of homeless encampments (Appendix 5) (opens in a new tab)
Review more information and links (Appendix 7) (opens in a new tab)

To submit comments or questions on the City's Prohousing draft application, contact Senior Planner, Alison Bermudez alisonb@citrusheights.net or by phone (916) 727-4741

More information about the statewide Prohousing Designation Program is available on the State of California's Housing and Community Development webpage (opens in a new tab) 

Timeline

Below is the anticipated schedule for the City’s Prohousing Designation application process: