The Humboldt County Association of Governments board adopted Alternative 2 as the final RHNA methodology to submit to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, directing staff to notice member agencies and begin the 30‑day review and appeal period.

At a Nov. 20 hearing, HCOG staff presented a proposed 50/50 RHNA allocation (5,962 units) and said HCD may take exception because the method lacks a direct metric to affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH). Board directed staff to explore minor adjustments and return options in December.