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Santa Monica Housing Division
To apply to the City of Santa Monica's Section 8 and Below Market Housing (BMH) waitlists, click here.
The City of Santa Monica Housing Division’s mission is to create new housing opportunities, preserve existing affordable housing, and help residents keep their housing in Santa Monica.
Information on affordable housing assistance offered in Santa Monica, including the Section 8 and BMH programs.
Information for current tenants who are receiving rental assistance.
Resources and links for building owners and developers.
Information about the Housing Commission including meeting agendas, minutes, and recordings.
Information about loans to nonprofit developers to create affordable housing.
The City of Santa Monica Housing Division office is CLOSED due to COVID-19. Staff is working remotely and available via email. If you are a tenant in one of our voucher programs and have an urgent question or need, please email your housing specialist. All other inquiries can be directed to smhousing@smgov.net.