On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 the San Jose City Council will review its annual Housing Element Progress Report. In calendar year 2017, the City issued building permits for 3,097 new residential units, a 48% jump since 2016. This includes 2,622 market-rate units (162% of the annualized goal) and 475 affordable units (20% of the annualized goal). During the first four years of the 8.8-year RHNA projection period, the City has met 33% of its cumulative housing goal. By income category, the City has met 72% of its market rate housing goal and 7% of its affordable housing goal to date. To view the Staff Report click here.
