Housing Resources

Town of Truckee Resources: The Town of Truckee housing resources include:

• Accessory Dwelling Unit Program
• Workforce Rental Grant Program
• Below Market Rate Housing Program
• Existing Affordable Housing in Truckee
• Housing Developments Underway
• Housing Documents and Resources
• Town Housing Programs
• First-Time Homebuyer Programs
• Understanding Area Median Income

Nevada County Resources: Nevada County housing resources include:

• Bridge Housing
• Find Housing
• Landlord / Tenant Issues
• Permanent Housing Resources
• US Department of Housing & Urban Development
• Property Tax Assistance

Placer County Resources: Placer County housing resources include:

• Housing Programs
• Housing Resource Center
• Accessory Homes
• Affordable Housing & Employee Accommodation Ordinance & Fee
• 2021-2029 Housing Element
• Housing Related Code Amendments
• 2021 Safety Element Update
• Building Housing in Placer County

Assistance for Homebuyers in the Region

Regional Homebuyer Assistance Programs: Learn more about the current status of several local and regional resources for first time homebuyers looking to purchase in Nevada County, Placer County and/or the Town of Truckee by following the links found on the Mountain Housing Council website.

Local Down Payment Assistance Programs

Martis Fund Homebuyer Assistance Program: In partnership with the Martis Fund, Sierra Business Council administers the Martis Fund Homebuyer Assistance Program, which provides down payment assistance to help income-qualified working families in Placer County east of Donner Summit or in the Town of Truckee purchase homes.

Rental Assistance

Landing Locals: Landing Locals helps homeowners connect with local employees through our trusted online platform so you can earn stable monthly income from your property​.

Where Can Someone Go for Help with Housing Challenges?

Sierra Community House
Phone: (530) 587-2513

Nevada County Health and Human Services
Phone: (530) 582-7803

Placer County Health and Human Services
Phone: (530) 546-1900

Placer County Housing Choice Voucher
Rental voucher for very low- and low-income households.

Nevada County Housing Choice Voucher
Rental voucher for very low- and low-income households.