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Somis Ranch Farmworker Housing Project

Somis Ranch farmworker housing in Ventura County, balancing agriculture and land-use needs.

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Project snapshot

Approval Feb 2021
Units 360
Process Streamlined zoning

Updated as new milestones are reached.

Project focus

Housing that supports the people who power agriculture.

CoLAB supported a project that delivers housing for farmworkers while protecting working lands and local resources.

Why it matters

Farmworker housing supports the people behind local food and farming.

Project scope

360 housing units with water infrastructure benefits.

CoLAB role

Policy engagement to align housing, water, and land-use goals.

Result

Unanimous approval through a streamlined zoning process.

Farmworker housing brings stability to Ventura County’s agricultural workforce.
Farmworker housing brings stability to Ventura County’s agricultural workforce.

How we show up

Policy, data, and member alignment.

CoLAB brings together experts, stakeholders, and policymakers to craft practical outcomes that protect Ventura County’s economy.

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Timeline

Key milestones

Jan 2021

Planning Commission recommendation

Commission recommended approval for the project.

Feb 2021

BOS unanimous approval

Project approved with 360-unit plan and water benefits.

2021–2024

Implementation phase

Ongoing coordination on infrastructure and delivery.

Outcomes

What this delivers

  • • Housing stability for agricultural workers and families.
  • • Protected working lands while meeting housing needs.
  • • Model for future farmworker housing approvals.

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Support solutions that strengthen the local workforce.

Membership keeps CoLAB advocating for balanced housing outcomes.

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