MinutesApr 20, 2026Item F.1

West Hollywood Expanded Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention Programming

Minutes • 2026-04-20 • Item F.1

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Using Measure A funds, this proposal would allocate $631,449 to expand West Hollywood's Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention programs. The funds will be distributed to local non-profits to enhance rental assistance services, directly benefiting renters facing financial hardship and helping prevent homelessness in the community.

Vote result: Passed 5-0

How does this affect you?

If you're a renter in West Hollywood, this program expansion could provide you with additional financial assistance if you're struggling to pay rent. This could help prevent eviction and stabilize your housing situation. For residents concerned about homelessness, this initiative aims to reduce the risk of homelessness by supporting those in need with rental assistance.

Fiscal impact

Grant-funded expansion of rental assistance programs.

Related Items from This Meeting

Other agenda items from the Apr 20, 2026 council meeting.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD, ADDING CHAPTER 9.22 (ALGORITHMIC RENTAL PRICE FIXING) TO TITLE 9 (PUBLIC PEACE AND SAFETY), OF THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE, TO PROHIBIT THE USE, SALE AND LICENSE OF ALGORITHMIC RENTAL PRICE FIXING [L. LANGER]

The proposed ordinance aims to prohibit the use, sale, and licensing of algorithmic rental price fixing in West Hollywood. This measure is designed to prevent automated systems from artificially inflating rental prices, potentially benefiting renters by keeping housing costs more stable and affordable. The ordinance is introduced without any direct fiscal impact on the city's budget, as it primarily regulates private sector practices.

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