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• Create New Incentives: Simple steps - such as a reduction in building <br />setbacks or parking requirements - can be taken to attract development of <br />income - restricted housing. <br />• Expedite The Process: Streamlining the development process for housing <br />that meets an underserved need can be accomplished by fast - tracking <br />permits and even pre- approving EIRs for residential property. A menu of <br />strategies can be provided to municipalities. <br />• Match Housing with Transportation: Key demographics needing <br />affordable housing often desire -or need - access to transportation services. <br />An emphasis should be placed on locating affordable new home <br />opportunities near train stations, bus stops and other forms of public <br />transportation. <br />• Enlist Community and Business Partners: Creating housing that meets the <br />needs of all Orange County is a challenge for all of Orange County - not just <br />local governments and the building industry. As such, partnerships with the <br />BIA and other stakeholders should be created to identify and advocate for <br />affordable housing solutions. <br />NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Ana resolves as follows: <br />Section 1: In recognition of the positive impact The Housing Futures Initiative will <br />have on the local community and economy, we formally affirm our support for The <br />Housing Futures Initiative and the benefits that it provides the County of Orange. <br />85A -2 <br />