Formerly known as the Community Development Commission/Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles, the agency was rebranded as the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) on May 16, 2019. 

The LACDA is a dynamic and innovative local government agency created in 1982 by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. The agency is an industry leader its three core service areas: housing, community, and economic development.  The LACDA remains committed to being a trusted community leader dedicated to serving the residents, businesses, and communities of Los Angeles County.