The Housing Element

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The housing element is one part of the general plan of the city.

The Housing Element is mandated by Sections 65580 to 65589 of
the California Government Code. State law requires that each
city identify and analyze existing and projected housing needs
and prepare goals, policies, and programs to further the development,
improvement, and preservation of housing. To that end, State law
requires that the housing element:
1) identify adequate sites for a range of
housing opportunities
2) assist in the development of adequate and
affordable housing
3) address constraints to meeting the City’s housing
needs
4) conserve and improve the condition of housing
5) promote housing opportunities for all residents.

Source: City of Riverside

Process:
The image here is meant to convey the idea that black and white words, documents, laws seem to construct linear, boxy cities. But, it also reinforces the more sinuous, mind map bubble concept that is foundational to planning process in regard to housing. Many, many facets of daily life are considered before building begins. Planners will consider data that projects well into the future so that every need, both today's and tomorrow's, will ideally be a part of that black and white, that foundation.