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MCOG holds public hearing on RHNA draft methodology after HCD rejects initial submission

Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG) · February 3, 2026
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Staff told the Mendocino Council of Governments that HCD assigned 6,456 housing units to the region, rejected MCOG’s initial methodology under its interpretation of statute, and staff will refine the methodology with local jurisdictions for board action in March.

Mendocino Council of Governments staff presented a revised regional housing needs allocation (RHNA) draft methodology during a public hearing Feb. 2, saying the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) assigned the region 6,456 units and declined MCOG’s appeal.

James, the staff lead, said the first methodology—used in the prior cycle—was submitted, reviewed, and then returned by HCD, prompting a more data-driven revision. “The…

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