LASTING CHANGE Annual Homelessness Count Down Two Years In A Row For First Time Ever in Los Angeles

The 2025 Annual Homeless Count reported a 17. 5% decrease in street homelessness in Los Angeles, marking the first two consecutive years of decline since the count's inception in 2005. Mayor Bass has implemented a comprehensive strategy, including her Inside Safe initiative, which has successfully transitioned thousands of individuals out of encampments and into housing. The count also indicated a 13. 5% reduction in makeshift shelters, tents, and vehicles used for living, signaling a significant shift in local policies.

Permanent housing placements have reached record levels, reflecting a collaborative approach among city officials and community leaders. Mayor Bass expressed her commitment to rejecting the previous approach of leaving individuals on the streets until housing could be built. The RAND Corporation's recent report noted a 49% decline in street homelessness in Hollywood, linking this progress to the Inside Safe program. These developments underscore the urgency and effectiveness of the city’s strategy to confront homelessness. The efforts are part of a broader initiative to prevent homelessness through innovative housing solutions and anti-eviction programs.