General Info

Community and Economic Development Agency provides various programs for the growth and development of the city of Oakland, and promotes sound economic standards, environmental quality, and equitable distribution of jobs, housing, and income. The agency works to attract new businesses and jobs, retain and expand existing businesses, facilitate job training and placement, and redevelop key areas of the city. It places a special focus on affordable housing, homebuyers assistance, mayor's 10K downtown housing initiative, and revitalizing various neighborhood commercial corridors. Community and Economic Development Agency fosters sound neighborhoods through various planning practices, and administration of the city's zoning ordinances. It promotes affordable housing opportunities, and offers other housing assistance programs. Planning, zoning, building services, economic development, redevelopment, housing and community development are consolidated functions of the agency. Community and Economic Development Agency is headquartered in Oakland, Calif.