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Resolution Authorizing Grant Application Submittal to SB 2 PGP <br />November 5, 2019 <br />Page 2 <br />Housing Element. Proposed expedited processing activities involve upgrading the land <br />management permitting system to offer user-friendly online processes and digital plan reviews, <br />providing informational videos to simplify counter procedures and development codes, digitizing <br />permits and plans for public access, and creating pre -approved accessory dwelling unit plans for <br />straightforward permitting. If awarded, the grant funding would allow for the implementation of <br />zoning code updates, quality improvements to counter services and development processes, and <br />further enriching the City's ability to deliver excellent customer service. <br />ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT <br />Pursuant to Section 15061(13)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act, this action is exempt <br />from further review as there is no potential for any environmental impact. <br />FISCAL IMPACT <br />At this time, there is no fiscal impact associated with this Council action. The City is pursuing a grant <br />in the amount of $625,000 to implement the proposed activities allowed under the SB 2 Planning <br />Grants Program. If awarded, that amount would be appropriated into the City's budget. <br />STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT <br />Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal #3 - Economic Development, <br />Objective #2 (create new opportunities for business/job growth and encourage private <br />development through new General Plan and Zoning Ordinance policies), Strategy B (update <br />zoning ordinance and include equitable, innovative, business friendly zoning practices). <br />Minh Thai <br />Executive Director <br />Planning and Building Agency <br />ja/vf:la <br />Exhibits: 1. Resolution <br />2. Draft City Application <br />3. HCD March 28, 2019 NOFA <br />55B-2 <br />