HCAOG and its member jurisdictions (the cities of Arcata, Blue Lake, Eureka, Ferndale, Fortuna, Rio Dell, Trinidad, and County of Humboldt) are currently working together to determine the allocation methodology of housing needs for the 7th RHNA cycle. The plan will cover the period from 2028 - 2037.
As the regional Council of Governments, HCAOG receives a determination of housing needs from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). HCAOG is then responsible for determining the methodology used to allocate the overall state-determined number of housing units to the local jurisdictions.