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Residents can find valuable information about housing programs, affordable housing opportunities, and ongoing initiatives aimed at improving housing availability and quality within our community. Whether you are looking to build, buy, rent, or learn more about Housing Resources, this page serves as a central resource to help you navigate the city’s housing landscape. Our goal...

Single-Family Residence Building Guideline The Single-Family Residence Building Guideline outlines the standards and best practices for the design, construction, and maintenance of detached residential homes. The goal is to ensure safe, functional, and visually harmonious housing that meets community planning and building objectives while accommodating the needs of homeownership. Online Application Portal Our simple and...

The City of Desert Hot Springs is proud to support both first-time and long-term homeowners through a variety of programs designed to promote stability, equity, and growth within our community. First Time Homebuyer Program (FTHB) Riverside County’s FTHB program provides assistance to first time home buyers. Assistance may be provided for the down payment in...

In California, fair housing is a fundamental right protected under both state and federal laws. The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) enforces the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), which prohibits discrimination in housing. This commitment to fair housing echoes at the local level in Desert Hot Springs, where the city collaborates with the Fair...

Local programs aim to alleviate the financial burden of housing costs and promote housing stability within the community. Residents seeking assistance can explore the following list of resources: California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Offers eligible low-income customers up to a 20 percent discount on their monthly electric bills. For more information, please call 1-800-950-2356...

The City of Desert Hot Springs aims to foster an inclusive and balanced community by promoting and facilitating housing that is affordable to low low-income households. The City of Desert Hot Springs has provided incentives, such as land donations, down payment assistance, density bonuses, and loans to developers that dedicate units as affordable and carry...