Newark

In Compliance
Out of Compliance
Unincorporated Area
Unincorporated Area
Unincorporated Area

Overview

Population
47470
Density
3422
Avg. Household Income
$
159465
Experiencing Rent Burden
43
Providing adequate housing options is a key function of local governments. To help residents ensure their local government is meeting this need, we’ve compiled important information about this jurisdiction’s housing efforts below.
Housing Element is In Compliance
This city is currently working on implementing its housing element.
Housing Element is Out of Compliance
This city is currently working on implementing its housing element.
Good Progress
This city is currently on track to meet their RHNA housing targets.
Making Slow Progress
This city is falling behind. It is not on track to meet its housing targets.
Housing Targets
Every 8 years California assesses housing need and assigns each city with a target they must hit. If 
Newark
 repeats its efforts from the previous cycle 
it will meet its RHNA targets.
Current RHNA Target
2022
 
-
 
2030
On Target
Behind
Hit Target
Missed
84
 / 
1874
 units
Very Low Income
Low Income
Median Income
Above Median Income
State Statutes
Organizers fighting for fair housing can use many state laws to ensure that jurisdictions meet their housing targets.
Builder’s Remedy
When a city’s Housing Element is out of compliance, the Builder’s Remedy allows developers to bypass the zoning code and city plans another couple of words.
Does not apply
Does not apply
Does not apply
SB 423
When cities lack a compliant housing element or are behind on RHNA, this statute streamlines approval of projects that meet a threshold of affordable units.
50% Affordable
50% Affordable
Conditions in 
Alameda County
HE Compliance
How does
 
Newark
 
compare to its neighboring cities?
This city is currently doing a better job than its neighbors at meeting housing needs.
Progress
0
0
Income
4
4
Density
-8
-8
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Newark
’s housing element are currently being worked on. Get involved to hold them accountable for meeting their deadlines.
Alameda County
's Volunteers
18
Current Watchdogs
  
Level II
18/20 Volunteers
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Watchdog Reports
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Our watchdogs are on the ground observing and taking part in the fight for fair housing. Read their reports below.
Newark
's Reports
Anonymous
Jack Farrell
  
10
/
24

The rezoning described in Action 5.4 was adopted by the City Council concurrently with the Housing Element in December 2022.

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Anonymous
Jack Farrell
  
10
/
24

The City has been heavily engaged in Housing Element commitments on a number of fronts.  Per the approved Housing Element, the City of Piedmont established a timeline to accomplish rezoning by March of 2024.  The City has since satisfied HCD rezoning requirements.  Piedmont’s Housing Element is currently in compliance with Housing Element Law.  

With reference to the Housing Accountability Act, in particular, the City hosted a Housing Legislation Primer on August 5th to educate the community and interested parties on changes to the legislative landscape.  Presentation materials can be found at https://www.piedmontishome.org/event/city-council-meeting-3-f927z-dsnb6-8kst9-acfpy-n5sze-8e9ah.   

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