UPCOMING CLOSURES: The Community Development Department and its Permit Center will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27-28, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving, and again on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for an all-staff training. We wish everyone a joyous and healthy holiday season!

The Housing and Neighborhood Services Bureau advances Long Beach’s goals of creating and preserving affordable housing while fostering inclusive, thriving communities. They work with the Long Beach Community Investment Company (LBCIC) to address housing availability and affordability, ensuring long-term accessibility through housing covenants. The Bureau supports first-time homebuyers, low-income renters and neighborhood revitalization, enhancing residents' quality of life and contributing to the City's commitment to sustainable, equitable communities.

Featured Programs and Service Updates

HOW DO I . . .

FIND RESOURCES FOR TENANTS/LANDLORDS?

Tenant Assistance Policies, Resources, Emergency Rental Assistance Program

FIND AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING?

Affordable Rental Housing Listing, Upcoming Affordable Developments

GET HELP WITH BUYING A HOME?

Federal, State and Local Homebuyer Programs & Resources

IMPROVE MY NEIGHBORHOOD?

Neighborhood Leadership Program, Tree Plantings, Street Clean-Ups

LEARN ABOUT HUD GRANTS?

Federally-Funded Programs, Consolidated Plan, Action Plan, CAPER

FIND GRANTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS?

Grants for Residential and Commercial Property Improvements 

QUICK CONNECT

First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program

List of Neighborhood Groups

Long Beach Community Investment Co.

Helpful Contacts for Neighborhood Problem Solving

Neighborhood Resource Center

Reports and Publications