City of Patterson 2023-2031 6th Cycle Housing Element

The City of Patterson is preparing to update its Housing Element to cover the 2023–2031 planning period, in compliance with state mandates under Government Code Sections 65580 through 65589. This update replaces the previous 2015–2023 Housing Element and will serve as an amendment to the City’s General Plan. The new Housing Element outlines a framework to accommodate 4,919 new housing units over the eight-year term, surpassing the City’s Regional Housing Needs Assessment allocation of 3,716 units by 1,548 units. Based on the California Department of Finance’s estimated average household size of 3.57 persons per household, this level of development is projected to increase the City’s population by approximately 17,560 residents. The plan includes specific goals, policies, and programs designed to facilitate the delivery of these units across various income levels and housing types. The update is being managed by the City’s Community Development Department, with Bryan Stice, the Community Development Director, serving as the primary point of contact. The project is officially listed under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) system with the identification number 2026051187 and is published as a forecast on the state’s procurement portal. Although no solicitation number has been assigned yet, the initiative is positioned as a necessary regulatory and planning requirement to align local housing strategies with state objectives and address the growing housing needs of the region. The City’s approach demonstrates proactive planning by exceeding its mandated housing targets and preparing infrastructure and services to support the anticipated population growth.