The San Diego City Council received updates on the 2024 Annual Report on Homes, an overview of new home permitting data in the city from 2023.
Key findings included the issuance of nearly 10,000 building permits for new homes, 27% of which were deed-restricted affordable housing, a type of deed designed to keep homes affordable for future buyers and renters. The permits were primarily concentrated in the Downtown, College Area and Kearny Mesa community planning areas.
Nearly 75% of new homes permitted were multi-family homes, with accessory dwelling units (ADUs) accounting for approximately 20%, according to the report.
The council also voted to create a short-term action plan on homelessness in anticipation of a reduction in shelter beds, as several shelters are expected to come offline toward the end of the year. Initial plan recommendations focus on expanding the Safe Sleeping and Safe Parking programs, exploring hotels as potential housing options and providing financial assistance for first-time homeless.