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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 24 - California State Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Designation Program ApplicationPlanning and Building Agency www.santa-ana.org/planning-and-building Item # 24 City of Santa Ana 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Staff Report October 15, 2024 TOPIC:California State Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Designation Program Application AGENDA TITLE Application to the California State Department of Housing and Community Development for the Prohousing Designation Program under the Permanent Regulations RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt a resolution authorizing application to the California State Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Designation Program. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE PROHOUSING DESIGNATION PROGRAM GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No DISCUSSION In 2019, Assembly Bill (AB) 101 established the Prohousing Designation Program administered by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The program provides several benefits to cities and jurisdictions, which include the following: •Additional funding opportunities like the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) and Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) •Accelerated affordable housing production through the Prohousing Incentive Program •Priority processing and funding points when applying for funding programs •Recognition of the City’s commitment to addressing California’s housing shortage Eligibility to receive the Prohousing Designation requires the applicant to have an adopted housing element, be current on submission of the Annual Progress Report, and be in compliance with applicable State housing law. Applicants must also submit a resolution, with language and format as required by HCD, authorizing application and participation in the program. Jurisdictions that meet these requirements qualify for the California State Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Designation Program Application October 15, 2024 Page 2 4 5 6 3 validation phase of the application, which is based on the following four scoring categories: •Favorable Zoning and Land Use •Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes •Reduction of Construction and Development Costs •Providing Financial Subsidies A minimum score of 30 points is required to receive a Prohousing Designation, and applicants must demonstrate that they have enacted or proposed at least one policy in each of the four categories. Planning Division staff first applied for the Prohousing Designation under the emergency regulations in December 2023. Permanent regulations for the program were subsequently approved in January 2024, resulting in the City needing to re-apply under these updated regulations. If this item is approved, staff will submit the application and resolution to HCD for review. HCD will then either approve or provide feedback on the application within 60 days. If awarded, the Prohousing Designation remains valid for three years. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT There is no environmental impact associated with this action. FISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. EXHIBITS 1. Resolution – Authorizing Application to Program 2. Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Submitted By: Minh Thai, Executive Director of Planning and Building Agency Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager Resolution No. 2024-XXX Page 1 of 4 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-XXX A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE PROHOUSING DESIGNATION PROGRAM WHEREAS, Government Code section 65589.9 established the Prohousing Designation Program (“PDP” or “Program”), which creates incentives for jurisdictions that are compliant with state housing element requirements and that have enacted Prohousing local policies; and WHEREAS, such jurisdictions will be designated Prohousing, and, as such, will receive additional points or other preference during the scoring of their competitive applications for specified housing and infrastructure funding; and WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) has adopted regulations (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 6600 et seq.) to implement the Program (“Program Regulations”), as authorized by Government Code section 65589.9, subdivision (d); and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Ana (“Applicant”) desires to submit an application for a Prohousing Designation (“Application”). BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AS FOLLOWS: 1.Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to submit an Application to the Department. 2.Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it is currently in compliance with applicable state housing law. 3.Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it will continue to comply with applicable housing laws and to refrain from enacting laws, developing policies, or taking other local governmental actions that may or do inhibit or constrain housing production. Examples of such local laws, policies, and actions include moratoriums on development; local voter approval requirements related to housing production; downzoning; and unduly restrictive or onerous zoning regulations, development standards, or permit procedures. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that the Prohousing Policies in its Application comply with its duty to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing pursuant to Government Code sections 8899.50 and Resolution No. 2024-XXX Page 2 of 4 65583. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its general plan is in alignment with an adopted sustainable communities strategy pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21155 - 21155.4. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its policies for the treatment of homeless encampments on public property comply with and will continue to comply with the Constitution and that it has enacted best practices in its jurisdiction that are consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments” (June 17, 2022, update). 4.If the Application is approved, Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver all documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to participate in the Program, and all amendments thereto (the “Program Documents”). 5.Applicant acknowledges and agrees that it shall be subject to the Application; the terms and conditions specified in the Program Documents; the Program Regulations; and any and all other applicable law. 6.The Executive Director of Planning and Building is authorized to execute and deliver the Application and the Program Documents on behalf of the Applicant for participation in the Program. ADOPTED this 15th day of October, 2024. _______________________ Valerie Amezcua Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney By:________________________ Kyle Nellesen Assistant City Attorney AYES: Councilmembers _______________________________________ NOES: Councilmembers _______________________________________ Resolution No. 2024-XXX Page 3 of 4 ABSTAIN: Councilmembers _______________________________________ NOT PRESENT: Councilmembers _______________________________________ Resolution No. 2024-XXX Page 4 of 4 CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY I, Jennifer L. Hall, City Clerk, do hereby attest to and certify the attached Resolution No. 2024-XXX to be the original resolution adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Ana on _______________, 2024. Date: ________________ ____________________________________ City Clerk City of Santa Ana Prohousing Designation Program Application State of California Governor Gavin Newsom Melinda Grant, Undersecretary Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency Gustavo Velasquez, Director Department of Housing and Community Development Megan Kirkeby, Deputy Director Division of Housing Policy Development 2020 West El Camino, Suite 500 Sacramento, CA 95833 Website: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/community-development/prohousing Email: ProhousingPolicies@hcd.ca.gov January 2024 Prohousing Designation Program Application Package Instructions The applicant is applying for a Prohousing Designation under the Prohousing Designation Program (“Prohousing” or “Program”), which is administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) pursuant to Government Code section 65589.9. The Program creates incentives for Jurisdictions that are compliant with State Housing Element Law and that have enacted Prohousing Policies. These incentives will take the form of additional points or other preference in the scoring of applications for competitive housing and infrastructure programs. The administrators of each such program will determine the value and form of the preference. In order to be considered for a Prohousing Designation, the applicant must accurately complete all sections of this application, including any relevant appendices. The Department reserves the right to request additional clarifying information from the applicant. This application is subject to Government Code section 65589.9 and to the regulations (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 6600 et seq.) adopted by the Department in promulgation thereof (“Regulations”). All capitalized terms in this application shall have the meanings set forth in the Regulations. All applicants must submit a complete, signed application package to the Department , in electronic format, in order to be considered for a Prohousing Designation . Please direct electronic copies of the completed application package to the following email address: ProhousingPolicies@hcd.ca.gov. A complete application will include all items identified in the Application Checklist. In relation to Appendix 1, the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program, please use strikethrough and underline if proposing any modifications to the text of the Resolution. Please be aware, any sustentative deviations from the Formal Resolution may result in an incomplete application and will likely be subject to additional internal review and potential delays. Appendix 2, the Proposed Policy Completion Schedule, applies only if an application includes proposed policies. Appendix 3, Project Proposal Scoring Sheet and Sample Project Proposal Scoring Sheet, includes a blank template to be completed by the applicant as part of the application, as well as a Sample Project Proposal Scoring Sheet with an example of how this template may be completed. Appendix 4 lists examples of Prohousing Policies with enhancement factors to aid applicants in understanding how enhancement factors may be applied . Appendix 5 is where the applicant will include any additional information and supporting documentation for the application. If you have questions regarding this application or the Program, or if you require technical assistance in preparing this application, please email ProhousingPolicies@hcd.ca.gov. Application Checklist Yes No Application Information ☒ ☐ Certification and Acknowledgement ☐ ☐ The Legislative Information form is completed. ☒ ☐ The Threshold Requirements Checklist is completed. ☒ ☐ A duly adopted and certified Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program is included in the application package. (See Appendix 1 for the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program form.) ☐ ☐ If applicable, the Proposed Policy Completion Schedule is completed. (See Appendix 2.) ☒ ☐ The Project Proposal Scoring Sheet is completed. (See Appendix 3 for the Project Proposal Scoring Sheet and the Sample Project Proposal Scoring Sheet.) ☒ ☐ Additional information and supporting documentation (Applicant to provide as Appendix 5) ☒ ☐ Application Information Applicant (Jurisdiction): City of Santa Ana Applicant Mailing Address: 20 Civic Center Plaza City: Santa Ana ZIP Code: 92701 Website: https://www.santa-ana.org/ Authorized Representative Name Minh Thai Authorized Representative Title: Executive Director of Planning and Building Phone: Email: mthai@santa-ana.org Contact Person Name: Holli Safran Contact Person Title: Associate Planner Phone: 714-667-2746 Email: hsafran@santa-ana.org Proposed Total Score (Based on Appendix 3): 46 CERTIFICATION AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT As authorized by the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program (Resolution No. ), which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference as if set forth in full, I hereby submit this full and complete application on behalf of the applicant. I certify that all information and representations set forth in this application are true and correct. I further certify that any proposed Prohousing Policy identified herein will be enacted within two (2) years of the date of this application submittal. I acknowledge that this application constitutes a public record under the California Public Records Act (Gov. Code, § 6250 et seq.) and is therefore subject to public disclosure by the Department. Signature: __________________________________________ Name and Title: ______________________________________ Date: _______________________________________________ Legislative Information District Number Legislators Name(s) State Assembly District 68 Avelino Valencia State Senate District 34 Thomas J. Umberg Applicants can find their respective State Senate representatives at https://www.senate.ca.gov/, and their respective State Assembly representatives at https://www.assembly.ca.gov/ Threshold Requirements Checklist The applicant meets the following threshold requirements in accordance with Section 6604 of the Regulations: Yes No The applicant is a Jurisdiction. ☒ ☐ The applicant has adopted a Compliant Housing Element. ☒ ☐ The applicant has submitted or will submit a legally sufficient Annual Progress Report prior to designation. ☒ ☐ The applicant has completed or agrees to complete, on or before the relevant statutory deadlines, any rezone program or zoning that is necessary to remain in compliance with Government Code sections 65583, subdivision (c)(1), and 65584.09, subdivision (a), and with California Coastal Commission certification where appropriate. ☒ ☐ The applicant is in compliance, at the time of the application, with applicable state housing law, including, but not limited to those included in Government Section 65585, subdivision (j); laws relating to the imposition of school facilities fees or other requirements (Gov. Code, § 65995 et seq.); Least Cost Zoning Law (Gov. Code, § 65913.1); Permit Streamlining Act (Gov. Code, § 65920 et seq.); and provisions relating to timeliness of CEQA processing by local governments in Public Resources Code sections 21080.1, 21080.2, and 21151.5(a ). ☒ ☐ The applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its treatment of homeless encampments on public property complies with and will continue to comply with the constitutional rights of persons experiencing homelessness and that it has submitted a one-page summary to the Department demonstrating how the applicant has enacted best practices in their jurisdiction related to the treatment of unhoused individuals camping on public property, consistent with United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments,” (June 17, 2022 update), hereby incorporated by reference. ☒ ☐ The applicant has duly adopted and certified, by the applicant’s governing body, a Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program, which is hereby incorporated by reference. (A true and correct copy of the resolution is included in this application package.) ☐ ☐ The applicant demonstrates that they engaged in a diligent public participation process that included outreach to engage all segments of the community and submit documentation of comments received during this process. ☒ ☐ Project Proposal Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use Category Prohousing Policy Description Points 1A Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with Government Code section 65583, subdivisions (a)(3) and (c)(1). 3 1B Permitting missing middle housing uses (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) by right in existing low-density, single-family residential zones in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 162, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7). 3 1C Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These points shall not be awarded if the applicant earns three points pursuant to Category (1)(A) above. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with Government Code section 65583, subdivisions (a)(3) and (c)(1). 2 1D Density bonus programs that allow additional density for additional affordability beyond minimum statutory requirements (Gov. Code, § 65915 et seq.). 2 1E Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law, (Gov. Code, §§ 65852.2, 65852.22) (e.g., permitting more than one converted ADU; one detached, new construction ADU; and one JADU per single-family lot), and in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 192, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7). These policies shall be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B). 2 1F Eliminating minimum parking requirements for residential development as authorized by Government Code section 65852.2; adopting vehicular parking ratios that are less than the relevant ratio thresholds at subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of Gov. Code section 65915, subdivision (p)(1); or adopting maximum parking requirements at or less than ratios pursuant to Gov. Code section 65915, subdivision (p). 2 1G Zoning or incentives that are designed to increase affordable housing development in a range of types, including, but not limited to, large family units, Supportive Housing, housing for transition age foster youth, and deep affordability targeted for Extremely Low-Income Households in all parts of the Jurisdiction, with at least some of the zoning, other land use designation methods, or incentives being designed to increase affordable housing development in higher resource areas shown in the TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, and with the Jurisdiction having confirmed that it considered and addressed potential environmental justice issues in adopting and implementing 2 this policy, especially in areas with existing industrial and polluting uses. 1H Zoning or other land use designation methods to allow for residential or mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones (e.g., commercial, light industrial). Qualifying non-residential zones do not include open space or substantially similar zones. 1 1I Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions or land use designation methods to promote greater development intensity. Potential areas of focus include floor area ratio, height limits, minimum lot or unit sizes, setbacks, and allowable dwelling units per acre. These policies must be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B) above. 1 1J Establishment of a Workforce Housing Opportunity Zone, as defined in Government Code section 65620, or a Housing Sustainability District, as defined in Government Code section 66200. 1 1K Establishment of an inclusionary housing program requiring new developments to include housing affordable to and reserved for low- and very low-income households, consistent with the requirements of AB 1505 (Chapter 376, Statutes of 2017, Gov. Code, § 65850.01). 1 1L Other zoning and land use actions not described in Categories (A)-(K) of this section that measurably support the Acceleration of Housing Production. 1 Project Proposal Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes Category Prohousing Policy Description Points 2A Establishment of ministerial approval processes for multiple housing types, including, for example, single-family, multifamily and mixed-use housing. 3 2B Acceleration of Housing Production through the establishment of streamlined, program-level CEQA analysis and certification of general plans, community plans, specific plans with accompanying Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), and related documents. 2 2C Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level, such as by enabling a by-right approval process or by utilizing statutory and categorical exemptions as authorized by applicable law, (e.g., Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21155.1, 21155.4, 21159.24, 21159.25; Gov. Code, § 65457; Cal Code Regs., tit. 14, §§ 15303, 15332; Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21094.5, 21099, 21155.2, 21159.28). 2 2D Establishment of permitting processes that take less than four months to complete. Policies under this category must address all approvals necessary to issue building permits. 2 2E Absence or elimination of public hearings for projects consistent with zoning and the general plan. 2 2F Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for homes affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 2G Establishment of consolidated or streamlined permit processes that minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects, and that are consistent with zoning regulations and the general plan. 1 2H Absence, elimination, or replacement of subjective development and design standards with objective development and design standards that simplify zoning clearance and improve approval certainty and timing. 1 2I Establishment of one-stop-shop permitting processes or a single point of contact where entitlements are coordinated across city approval functions (e.g., planning, public works, building) from entitlement application to certificate of occupancy. 1 2J Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for ADUs/JADUs or multifamily housing. 1 2K Establishment of a standardized application form for all entitlement applications. 1 2L Documented practice of publicly posting status updates on project permit approvals on the internet. 1 2M Limitation on the total number of hearings for any project to three or fewer. Applicants that accrue points pursuant to category (2)(E) are not eligible for points under this category. 1 2N Other policies not described in Categories (2)(A)-(M) of this section that quantifiably decrease production timeframes or promote the streamlining of approval processes. 1 Project Proposal Category 3: Reduction of Construction and Development Costs Category Prohousing Policy Description Points 3A Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development with units affordable to Lower-Income Households. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable housing impact fees, and commercial linkage fees). 3 3B Adoption of policies that result in less restrictive requirements than Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22 to reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs. Examples of qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, development standards improvements, permit processing improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff, technical assistance programs, and pre-approved ADU/JADU design packages. 2 3C Adoption of other fee reduction strategies separate from Category (3)(A), including fee deferrals and reduced fees for housing for persons with special needs. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable impact fees and commercial linkage fees). 1 3D Accelerating innovative housing production through innovative housing types (e.g., manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, park models, community ownership, and other forms of social housing) that reduce development costs. 1 3E Measures that reduce costs for transportation-related infrastructure or programs that encourage active modes of transportation or other alternatives to automobiles. Qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, publicly funded programs to expand sidewalks or protect bike/micro-mobility lanes, creation of on-street parking for bikes, transit-related improvements, or establishment of carshare programs. 1 3F Adoption of universal design ordinances pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 17959. 1 3G Establishment of pre-approved or prototype plans for missing middle housing types (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) in low- density, single-family residential areas. 1 3H Adoption of ordinances that reduce barriers, beyond existing law, for the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 3I Other policies not described in Categories (3)(A)-(H) of this section that quantifiably reduce construction or development costs. 1 Project Proposal Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies Category Prohousing Policy Description Points 4A Establishment of a housing fund or contribution of funds towards affordable housing through proceeds from approved ballot measures. 2 4B Establishment of local housing trust funds or collaboration on a regional housing trust fund, which include the Jurisdiction’s own funding contributions. The Jurisdiction must contribute to the local or regional housing trust fund regularly and significantly. For the purposes of this Category, “regularly” shall be defined as at least annually, and “significant” contributions shall be determined based on the impact the contributions have in accelerating the production of affordable housing. 2 4C Demonstration of regular use or planned regular use of funding (e.g., federal, state, or local) for preserving assisted units at-risk of conversion to market rate uses and conversion of market rate uses to units with affordability restrictions (e.g., acquisition/rehabilitation). For the purposes of this category, “regular use” can be demonstrated through the number of units preserved annually by utilizing this funding source. 2 4D Provide grants or low-interest loans for ADU/JADU construction affordable to Lower- and Moderate-Income Households. 2 4E A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, § 54220 et seq.) and that makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible percentage of units affordable to Lower Income Households. A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant write -downs, or below-market land leases. 2 4F Establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District or similar local financing tool that, to the extent feasible, directly supports housing developments in an area where at least 20 percent of the residences will be affordable to Lower-Income Households. 2 4G Prioritization of local general funds to accelerate the production of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 2 4H Directed residual redevelopment funds to accelerate the production of affordable housing. 1 4I Development and regular (at least biennial) use of a housing subsidy pool, local or regional trust fund, or other similar funding source sufficient to facilitate and support the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 4J Prioritization of local general funds for affordable housing. This point shall not be awarded if the applicant earns two points pursuant to Category (4)(G). 1 4K Providing operating subsidies for permanent Supportive Housing. 1 4L Providing subsidies for housing affordable to Extremely Low-Income Households. 1 4M Other policies not described in Categories (4)(A)-(L) of this section that quantifiably promote, develop, or leverage financial resources for housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 Project Proposal Enhancement Factors The Department shall utilize enhancement factors to increase the point scores of Prohousing Policies. An individual Prohousing Policy may not use more than one enhancement factor. Each Prohousing Policy will receive extra point s for enhancement factors in accordance with the chart below. Category Prohousing Policy Description Points 1 The policy represents one element of a unified, multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use, access to public transportation, housing affordable to Lower-Income Households, climate change solutions, and/or hazard mitigation. 2 2 Policies that promote development consistent with the state planning priorities pursuant to Government Code section 65041.1. 1 3 Policies that diversify planning and target community and economic development investments (housing and non-housing) toward place- based strategies for community revitalization and equitable quality of life in lower opportunity areas. Such areas include, but are not limited to, Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps, and disadvantaged communities pursuant to Health and Safety Code sections 39711 and 39715 (California Senate Bill 535 (2012). 1 4 Policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of Lower-Income Households and conserving existing housing stock that is affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 5 Rezoning and other policies that support intensification of residential development in Location Efficient Communities. 1 6 Rezoning and other policies that result in a net gain of housing capacity while concurrently mitigating development impacts on or from Environmentally Sensitive or Hazardous Areas. 1 7 Zoning policies, including inclusionary housing policies, that increase housing choices and affordability, particularly for Lower-Income Households, in High Resource and Highest Resource areas, as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps. 1 8 Other policies that involve meaningful actions towards Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing outside of those required pursuant to Government Code sections 65583, subdivision (c)(10), and 8899.50, including, but not limited to, outreach campaigns, updated zoning codes, and expanded access to financing support. 1 Project Proposal Scoring Sheet Instructions The Department shall validate applicants’ scores based on the extent to which each identified Prohousing Policy contributes to the Acceleration of Housing Production. The Department shall assess applicants’ Prohousing Policies in accordance with statutory requirements and the Regulations. The Department shall further assess applicants’ Prohousing Policies using the following four scoring categories: Favorable Zoning and Land Use, Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes, Reduction of Construction and Development Costs, and Providing Financial Subsidies. Applicants shall demonstrate that they have enacted or proposed at least one policy that significantly contributes to the Acceleration of Housing Production in each of the four categories. A Prohousing Designation requires a total score of 30 points or more across all four categories. Instructions Please utilize one row of the Scoring Sheet for each Prohousing Policy.  Category Number: Select the relevant category number from the relevant Project Proposal list in this application. Where appropriate, applicants may utilize a category number more than once.  Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy: Set forth a brief description of the enacted or proposed Prohousing Policy.  Enacted or Proposed: Identify the Prohousing Policy as enacted or proposed. For proposed Prohousing Policies, please complete Appendix 2: Proposed Policy Completion Schedule.  Documentation Type: For enacted Prohousing Policies, identify the relevant documentary evidence (e.g., resolution, zoning code provisions). For proposed Prohousing Policies, identify the documentation which shows that implementation of the policy is pending.  Web Links/Electronic Copies: Insert the Web link(s) to the relevant documentation or indicate that electronic copies of the documentation have been attached to this application as Appendix 5.  Points: Enter the appropriate number of points using the relevant Project Proposal list in this application.  Enhancement Category Number (optional): If utilizing an enhancement factor for a particular Prohousing Policy, enter the appropriate category number using the relevant Project Proposal list in this application.  Enhancement Points (optional): If utilizing an enhancement factor for a particular Prohousing Policy, enter the point(s) for that Prohousing Policy.  Total Points: Add the enhancement point(s) to the Prohousing Policy’s general point score. Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program (New 01/24) Appendix 1: Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program Formal Resolution for the PROHOUSING Designation Program RESOLUTION NO. [INSERT RESOLUTION NUMBER] A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF [INSERT THE NAME OF THE CITY OR COUNTY] AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE PROHOUSING DESIGNATION PROGRAM WHEREAS, Government Code section 65589.9 established the Prohousing Designation Program (“Program”), which creates incentives for jurisdictions that are compliant with state housing element requirements and that have ena cted Prohousing local policies; and WHEREAS, such jurisdictions will be designated Prohousing, and, as such, will receive additional points or other preference during the scoring of their competitive Applications for specified housing and infrastructure funding; and WHEREAS, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) has adopted regulations (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 6600 et seq.) to implement the Program (“Program Regulations”), as authorized by Government Code section 65589.9, subdivision (d); and WHEREAS, the [INSERT THE NAME OF THE CITY OR COUNTY] (“Applicant”) desires to submit an Application for a Prohousing Designation (“Application”). THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED THAT: 1. Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to submit an Application to the Department. 2. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it is currently in compliance with applicable state housing law. 3. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it will continue to comply with applicable housing laws and to refrain from enacting laws, developing policies, or taking other local governmental actions that may or do inhibit or constrain housing production. Examples of such local laws, policies, and actions include moratoriums on development; local voter approval requirements related to housing production; downzoning; and unduly restrictive or onerous zoning regulations, development standards, or permit procedures. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that the Prohousing Policies in its Application comply with its duty to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing pursuant to Government Code sections 8899.50 and 65583. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its general plan is in alignment with an adopted sustainable communities strategy pursuant to Public Resources Code sections 21155- 21155.4. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its policies for the treatment of homeless encampments on public property comply do and will continue to comply with the Constitution and that it has enacted best practices in its jurisdiction that are consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments” (June 17, 2022, update). 4. If the Application is approved, Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver all documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to participate in the Program, and all amendments thereto (the “Program Documents”). 5. Applicant acknowledges and agrees that it shall be subject to the Application , the terms and conditions specified in the Program Documents, the Program Regulations, and any and all other applicable law. 6. [INSERT THE TITLE OF THE APPLICANT’S AUTHORIZED SIGNATORY] is authorized to execute and deliver the Application and the Program Documents on behalf of the Applicant for participation in the Program. PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2024, by the following vote: AYES: [Insert #] NOES: [Insert #] ABSENT: [Insert #] ABSTAIN: [Insert #] The undersigned, [INSERT NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNATORY] of Applicant, does hereby attest and certify that the foregoing is a true and full copy of a resolution of the Applicant’s governing body adopted at a duly convened meeting on the date above-mentioned, and that the resolution has not been altered, amended, or repealed. SIGNATURE: DATE: NAME: TITLE: Appendix 2: Proposed Policy Completion Schedule Category Number Concise Written Description of Proposed Policy Key Milestones and Milestone Dates Anticipated Completion Date Notes 1I Comprehensive Zoning Code Update - RFP released on February 21, 2023 - Consultant awarded at the October 17, 2023 City Council Meeting - Public Engagement commenced in Spring 2024 May 2026 - Develop a Unified Development Code with the intent to modernize and update the existing zoning districts to incorporate best practices for ease of use and consistent application - Establish a single implementation section for all application types (residential and non-residential) with clear procedures for zoning related applications, and identify opportunities for process simplification and flexibility consistent with identified community goals and proposed objectives - Draw upon the successes of existing, newer SPs and SDs to inform the zoning district standards for the Focus Areas - Absorb as many of the built- out SDs as possible into newly-created zoning districts 2E City plans to update the development review processes and standards for the Metro East Mixed Use Overlay Zone and Harbor - RFP released on February 21, 2023 May 2026 - Develop a Unified Development Code with the intent to modernize and update the existing zoning Mixed Use Transit Corridor Specific Plan areas to streamline and incentivize by-right housing and mixed use developments. These eliminate the need for public hearings consistent with zoning and general plan. - Consultant awarded at the October 17, 2023 City Council Meeting districts to incorporate best practices for ease of use and consistent application - Establish a single implementation section for all application types (residential and non-residential) with clear procedures for zoning related applications, and identify opportunities for process simplification and flexibility consistent with identified community goals and proposed objectives - Draw upon the successes of existing, newer SPs and SDs to inform the zoning district standards for the Focus Areas - Absorb as many of the built- out SDs as possible into newly-created zoning districts 2H City plans to create comprehensive objective design standards as part of the Zoning Code Update to address the unique needs of residential/mixed-use products and provide a level of development design certainty to the community and developers alike - RFP released on February 21, 2023 - Consultant awarded at the October 17, 2023 City Council Meeting - May 2026 - Develop a Unified Development Code with the intent to modernize and update the existing zoning districts to incorporate best practices for ease of use and consistent application - Establish a single implementation section for all application types (residential and non-residential) with clear procedures for zoning related applications, and identify opportunities for process simplification and flexibility consistent with identified community goals and proposed objectives - Draw upon the successes of existing, newer SPs and SDs to inform the zoning district standards for the Focus Areas - Absorb as many of the built- out SDs as possible into newly-created zoning districts Appendix 3: Project Proposal Scoring Sheet and Sample Project Proposal Scoring Sheet Project Proposal Scoring Sheet Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 1A Santa Ana HE identifies 6,914 housing pipeline projects. This is 220% of the City's RHNA allocation. The City's RHNA of 3,137 units for the planning period is being met by 443 very low, 701 low, 6 moderate, 5,764 above moderate income units for a total of 6,914. This number does not include the ADU projection which includes 181 very low, 311 low, 217 moderate, 14 above moderate income ADU units for a total of 723. 6,914 units divided by 3,137 units for RHNA is 220% of the allocation. E Housing Element Update Page C-7 (page 183- 186 of PDF copy) Housing Element Pg. C- 7 electronic copy attached 3 0 0 3 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 1B Santa Ana allows for urban lot splits and 2 unit projects within single family residential zones. Allowed In any sub-zone within Specific Development No. 84 (Transit Zoning Code), Specific Plan No. 2 (Harbor Mixed Use Transit Corridor Specific Plan), and Metro East Mixed Use Overlay Zone (OZ-1) where single-family and live-work uses are allowed and any single family zone not restricted by the list of factors such as environmental criteria. Enhancement Factor 2: Promotes infill development and promotes efficient land use. E Ordinance NO. NS-3013 (link provided) https://library. municode.com/ ca/santa_ana/ ordinances/cod e_of_ordinanc es?nodeId=11 26174 3 2 1 4 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 1H Metro East Mixed Use Overlay Zone (MEMU): The MEMU overlay zone allows for high-intensity, mixed use in a previously developed mid-rise office environment. This plan has an expected unit outcome of 5,551 housing units. The City's General Plan has also designated several corridors as Focus Areas. The focus areas are geographically distributed throughout the city, and each allows Santa Ana to meet its diverse needs in different ways including additional housing. Enhancement Factor 5: rezoning and enacted policies such as the General Plan support the intensification of residential developments along major corridors in the City. E Plans https://www.sa nta- ana.org/docum ents/metro- east-mixed- use-overlay- zone-2018/ https://general- plan-santa- ana- ca.proudcity.co m/ 1 5 1 2 1I Housing Element Program #18: Zoning Code Update. The City's Zoning Code Update is modernizing the code for ease of use by community and staff. New P RFP Electronic Copy Attached 1 0 0 1 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points standards will be adopted to match the General Plan development intensities as well as new standards to enhance the quality of the zoning code for existing neighborhoods and corridors. 1L Harbor Mixed Use Transit Corridor Specific Plan (SP- 2): existing housing units in this specific plan area (in 2013) was 739, This specific plan zoning allows for 1,726-4,623 potential housing units. 272 additional units have been completed which brings the total to 1,011 units in this specific plan. Permit Data has been provided for SP2. Enhancement Factor 1: This policy represents one element of a unified, multi- faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives such as land use and housing for lower income households. E Land Use Plan https://www.sa nta- ana.org/docum ents/land-use- plan-and- development- standards/ 1 1 2 3 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 2A The City permits licensed residential care homes with six or fewer persons as a by-right use in all single-family zones (B-46). ADUs in Santa Ana are permitted by right in all zoning districts that allow residential uses (B-11). Multiple-family housing is permitted by right within all zones covered by the TZC. E Housing Element Update Page B-46, B-11 Electronic Copy Attached 3 0 0 3 2B The City included program- level CEQA analysis and certification of its General Plan with accompanying Environmental Impact Reports (EIR). E Environmental Documents https://www.sa nta- ana.org/genera l-plan- environmental- documents/ 2 0 0 2 2D Permit processing timeframe for condos and multi-family residences that require discretionary actions take up to 3 months while single-family residences are approved typically within 2-4 weeks. E Housing Element Update Page B-42 Electronic Copy Attached 2 0 0 2 2E City plans to update the development review processes and standards for the Metro East Mixed Use Overlay Zone and Harbor Mixed Use Transit P Housing Element Update Page 43 Electronic Copy Attached 2 0 0 2 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points Corridor Specific Plan areas to streamline and incentivize by-right housing and mixed use developments. These eliminate the need for public hearings consistent with zoning and general plan for these two areas. 2G The Transit Zoning Code that applies to an identified Specific Development Area SD84, applications that are consistent with the applicable standards of the code and consistent with the General Plan are to be approved administratively with no hearings (by-right approvals). E Zoning Code https://library. municode.com/ ca/santa_ana/c odes/code_of_ ordinances?no deId=div1 1 0 0 1 2H City plans to create comprehensive objective design standards as part of the Zoning Code Update to address the unique needs of residential/mixed-use products and provide a level of development design certainty to the community and developers alike. The update is an overhaul of the P Housing Element Update Page 43-44 Electronic Copy Attached 1 0 0 1 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points implementing zoning districts and removing the subjective design standards completely from the City's code. 2L The City utilizes an interactive projects map to provide details and updates of ongoing projects. The map is updated on a quarterly basis. The map can be found on the City's Planning webpage along with links to the Monthly Development Project Reports and a list of all current planning projects with links and information on each. E Online Map https://storyma ps.arcgis.com/ stories/e0a28b b311b040af86f 6194abc548bb d https://www.sa nta- ana.org/major- planning- projects-and- monthly- development- project-reports/ 1 0 0 1 2N City has developed additional resources to support expedited and efficient development project review, such as an applicant guide and online e-plan check that is open to the public allowing residents and developers to submit everything online without having to visit the City counter. E Web Site https://www.sa nta- ana.org/pba-e- plan/ 1 0 0 1 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 3B City has published pre- approved ADU prototype plans to provide greater certainty and quality in the development of such housing. The plans and user guides and frequently asked questions can be found on the City's website. Enhancement Factor 1: This policy represents one element of a multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use and housing affordable to lower income households. E 0 https://www.sa nta- ana.org/docum ents/pre- approved- accessory- dwelling-unit- adu-hold- harmless- statement/ 2 1 2 4 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 3E Central Santa Ana Complete Streets Plan: This plan provides guidance to create a network of bicycle and pedestrian corridors to connect destinations to and from Central Santa Ana. Santa Ana's General Plan as includes an updated Mobility Element to improve the quality of life in Santa Ana by providing more complete streets, offering ways to be more active, and conserving our natural resources. Enhancement Factor 1: This policy represents one element of a multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use and access to public transportation. These elements all coincide with the City's General Plan. E Plan https://storage. googleapis.co m/proudcity/sa ntaanaca/uplo ads/2022/05/D raft-Central- Santa-Ana- Complete- Streets- Plan.pdf https://general- plan-santa- ana- ca.proudcity.co m/mobility- element/ 1 1 2 3 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 3I Dedicated webpage for ADUs with easy to follow Q&A that allows developers and homeowners to find answers to typical questions asked of City staff at the Counter. Information is provided on all forms, applications, handouts, codes, guides, and programs available for ADU production. The webpage was created to reduce time spent by City staff and developers/homeowners when it comes to getting a project started allowing for more time and money to be spent on the design and construction of the units. Enhancement factor 2: The resources provided to the public on the website promote efficient land use by encouraging the development of ADUs and JADUs to increase the housing stock. E Web Site https://www.sa nta- ana.org/access ory-dwelling- units/ 1 2 1 2 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 4A Municipal Code Section 41-1909. City has an inclusionary housing fund which is used to increase and improve the supply of housing affordable to moderate, low, very low, and extremely low income households. Enhancement factor 8: This policy relates to the City’s actions to affirmatively further fair housing. In the City's Housing Element one goal under the AFFH is to provide more opportunities for housing. The City's Housing Element contains numerous programs that tie into Housing availability and providing funding such as program 25 and 29. E 0 https://library. municode.com/ ca/santa_ana/c odes/code_of_ ordinances?no deId=PTIITHC O_CH41ZO_A RTXVIII.I2021 AFHOOPCRO R_S41- 1909INHOFU 2 8 1 3 4E Housing Policy HE-2.11: The City plans to comply with the Surplus Land Act to promote affordable housing development on unused or underutilized public land. When public land is available, the City’s E RFP Electronic Copy Attached 2 0 0 2 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points RFPs will include the information 4H City provides Successor Housing Agency funds with other sources of funding to support the production and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing for extremely low-, very low-, and low-income families. E Housing Element Update Page 45 Electronic Copy Attached 1 0 0 1 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 4I The City has worked with the Orange County Housing Finance Trust (OCHFT) to secure funding for the following projects during 2020-2022: Westview House: 85-unit permanent supportive housing project; Crossroads: 86-unit permanent supportive housing project; North Harbor Village: 91-unit permanent supportive housing project; FX Residences: 17-unit permanent supportive housing project. Enhancement factor 8: Through the City's Housing Element, multiple programs are targeted toward providing a variety of housing types and affirmatively furthering fair housing, such as variety in unit sizes for larger households (program 27) and providing greater housing mobility through program 43. E Housing Element Update Page C-29 Agreements for Westview House, Crossroads at Washington, North Harbor Village, FX Residences Electronic Copy Attached 1 8 1 2 Category Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 4M Housing Rehabilitation. The City of Santa Ana provides financing to acquire and rehabilitate multiple-family apartments, as affordable to low and extremely low- income households. The City’s focus in past housing element cycles was acquisition and rehabilitation, and the City continues to facilitate acquisition and rehabilitation of apartment properties to increase the supply of affordable rental housing for families. Enhancement factor 1: This policy represents one element of a multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use and housing affordable to lower income households. E Web Site https://www.sa nta- ana.org/housin g- rehabilitation- programs/ 1 1 2 3 Sample Project Proposal Scoring Sheet Note: This is a Sample Project Proposal Scoring Sheet; an actual submission may include more specificity when an applicant completes the “Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy.” Category Number Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 1B Permitted missing middle housing uses by allowing duplexes and triplexes by right in existing low-density, single-family residential zones beyond what is required by SB 9. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 3 6 1 4 1C Sufficient sites to accommodate 131 percent of the current RHNA with rezoning by total or income category. P Resolution Electronic copy attached 2 1 2 4 1D Density bonus program exceeds statutory requirements by 12 percent. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 2 2 1F Eliminated parking requirements for residential development as authorized by Government Code section 65852.2. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 2 2 1G Zoning that that is designed to increase affordable housing for a range of types and for extremely low-income households. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 1 1 2 3 Category Number Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 1H Modified development standards/other applicable zoning provisions to allow for residential uses in non- residential zones (light industrial). E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 1 1 2 3 1L Other zoning and land use actions that measurably support the Acceleration of Housing Production. P Resolution Electronic copy attached 1 1 2B Streamlined program- level CEQA analysis and certification of general plans, community plans, specific plans with accompanying Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), and related documents. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 2 2 2G Consolidated permit processes that minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 1 1 2I Established a one-stop- shop permitting process. P Resolution Electronic copy attached 1 1 2 3 2N Other actions that quantifiably decrease production timeframes. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 1 1 Category Number Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 3A Waiver of residential development impact fees. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 3 3 3B Adopted policies that result in less restrictive requirements than Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22. P Resolution Electronic copy attached 2 1 2 4 3E Measures that reduce costs for transportation- related infrastructure. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 1 1 3I Other actions that quantifiably reduce construction or development costs. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 1 1 4A Local housing trust funds. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 2 2 4C Regular use of funding for preserving assisted units at-risk of conversion to market- rate uses. E Zoning code Electronic copy attached 2 2 1 3 4E Establishes a program that complies with the Surplus Land Act and offers below-market land leases for affordable housing. E Zoning code 2 2 4G Prioritization of local general funds for affordable housing. E Zoning code 2 2 Category Number Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy Enacted or Proposed Documentation Type (e.g., resolution, zoning code) Insert Web Links to Documents or Indicate that Electronic Copies are Attached as Appendix 5 Points Enhancement Category Number Enhancement Points Total Points 4M Other actions that leverage financial resources for housing. E Zoning code 1 1 TOTAL 33 12 45 Appendix 4: Examples of Prohousing Policies with Enhancement Factors If a Prohousing Policy incorporates any of the enhancement factors specified in the Project Proposal Enhancement Factors chart, it will receive extra points as indicated therein. Examples of such qualifying Prohousing Policies include the following: Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use Rezoning sufficient sites to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation by total or income category, including sites in Location Efficient Communities. Rezoning sufficient sites to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation by total or income category, including sites in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Rezoning to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation in downtown commercial corridors or other infill locations. Expanding density bonus programs to exceed statutory requirements by 10 percent or more in Location Efficient Communities. Reducing or eliminating parking requirements for residential development as authorized by Government Code section 65852.2 in Location Efficient Communities. Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions to promote greater development intensity in downtown commercial corridors or other infill locations. Coupling rezoning actions with policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of lower-income households and conserving existing housing stock that is affordable to lower-income households. Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes Ministerial approval processes for multifamily housing in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Streamlined, program-level CEQA analysis and certification of specific plans in Location Efficient Communities. Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level in downtown commercial corridors and other infill locations. Expedited permit processing for housing affordable to lower-income households in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Category 3: Reduction of Construction and Development Costs Fee waivers for affordable housing in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Fee waivers or reductions for higher density housing in downtown commercial corridors or other infill locations. Measures that reduce costs and leverage financial resources for transportation-related infrastructure or programs in Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Adoption of universal design ordinances to increase housing choices and affordability for persons with disabilities in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Permitting innovative housing types, such as manufactured homes, recreational vehicles or park models, in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies Targeting local housing trust funds to acquisition or rehabilitation of existing affordable units, or to affordable units at risk of converting to market rate uses, in Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Marketing grants and other financial products for ADUs/JADUs in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Utilizing publicly owned land for affordable housing in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District or similar local financing tool in a Low Resource or High Segregation & Poverty area (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). Directing residual redevelopment funds or general funds to conservation or preservation of affordable housing in areas at high risk of displacement . Santa Ana's Encampment Response - Appendix 6 Page 1 of 3 Rev 4/8/24 STATE OF CALIFORNIA - BUSINESS, CONSUMER SERVICES AND HOUSING AGENCY GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF HOUSING POLICY DEVELOPMENT 2020 W. El Camino Avenue, Suite 500 Sacramento, CA 95833 (916) 263-2911 / FAX (916) 263-7453 www.hcd.ca.gov Prohousing Designation: Encampment Template Subchapter 6.6 Prohousing Designation Program requires applicants to confirm that its treatment of encampments on public property complies with and will continue to comply with the constitutional rights of persons experiencing homelessness. Please complete this form to demonstrate how the applicant has enacted best practices in their jurisdiction related to the treatment of unhoused individuals camping on public property, consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments” (June 17, 2022). Name of Jurisdiction: Santa Ana 1.Was the Jurisdiction awarded Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Program funds (Yes/No)? If so, indicate the round of funding (i.e., ERF-1, ERF-2-L, ERF-2-R, ERF-3-L, or ERF-3-R), the date the grant was awarded, and attach the approved proposal. Round of funding: _______________ Date of grant award: _______________ 2.What is the Jurisdiction’s role in the Coordinated Entry System (lead, support, etc.)? Max. 100 characters. If applicable, attach any supporting documents. 3.Does the Jurisdiction receive a direct allocation of federal funds from HUD (Yes/No)? If so, indicate the type of federal funds, the award amount, and how the federal funds are being utilized to serve the homeless population. Also, attach the jurisdiction’s consolidated plan. Max. 100 characters. Type of federal funds: _______________________ Award amount: _______________________ How the federal funds are being utilized: The City of Santa Ana’s role in the Coordinated Entry System (CES) is an access point. The City accepts CES referrals of people experiencing homelessness who are eligible for and in need of permanent housing.Since November 2015, the City has funded and created 425 PSH units in nine (9) different projects. Housing Choice Voucher Program $13,852,045 Funds are being utilized for PBVs, HUD-VASH, and other tenant based vouchers over a 12 month period. Supporting documentation shows the breakdown of all vouchers funded with this award. Page 2 of 3 Rev 4/8/24 Each Jurisdiction’s response to homelessness is based on the unique needs of the population they serve. Based on these efforts, the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ 7 Principles for Addressing Encampments provides best practice guidance to support communities as they develop and implement a comprehensive response to encampments. Please provide a response on how the Jurisdiction meets each of the principles noted below. Attach and reference any supporting documentation along with the page numbers accordingly. •Principle 1: Establish a Cross-Agency, Multi-Sector Response to Encampments (Describe how system partners work together. Attach communication and coordination plans. 350 characters max) •Principle 2: Engage Encampment Residents to Develop Solutions (Describe street outreach efforts to engage with encampment residents to find alternative shelter, housing, and service options before an existing encampment is closed. 350 characters max) •Principle 3: Conduct Comprehensive and Coordinated Outreach (Describe multidisciplinary connection strategies and linkages to resources and permanent housing solutions. If applicable, describe how the jurisdiction uses the coordinated entry system to connect individuals to resources and permanent housing. 350 characters max) •Principle 4: Address Basic Needs and Provide Storage (Describe efforts to meet basic needs, health, safety, and access to storage for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness. 350 characters max) Our Quality of Life team, consisting of Parks and Recreation, Planning and Building (Code Enforcement), the Santa Ana Police Department, and Public Works, was established to provide a cross-agency response to encampments. Additional information provided in attached documentation. The City of Santa Ana’s outreach program combines proactive engagement with individuals living in encampments and responding to hotline and community calls about residents seeking shelter. Case managers connect with potential clients by sharing the Outreach and Engagement contact information, allowing those who need more time to enroll to reach out later. For clients who engage immediately, case managers provide essential services such as hygiene kits, food and water packs, ID card vouchers, and other paperwork that may have been lost or expired due to homelessness. These documents are required to be considered document-ready for housing needs. For those needing to update their medical records or obtain a new diagnosis to reinstate supplemental support, our case managers arrange transportation and attend appointments as advocates, offering support every step of the way. They also ensure that unhoused veterans are reconnected with Veterans Affairs, providing transportation to local offices or acting as intermediaries if clients lack personal phones or consistent communication. Utilizing the coordinated entry system and reviewing an individual’s history with outreach and engagement and other partner agencies, a tailored list is created so that case management plans can better connect clients to Cal Aim or BHBH programs. Our case managers frequently collaborate with homeless liaison teams and local police departments to conduct necessary background checks for clients entering emergency shelters while working towards permanent housing. Our mission is to ensure that every individual feels supported and has access to the resources they need to transition to a more stable and secure living situation. The City of Santa Ana’s Outreach and Engagement team delivers information, services, and resources to individuals in encampments. Build trust by visiting each encampment area several times a week, delivering and assisting with basic needs such as snack bags, hygiene items, showers, and transportation. Each individual has access to their belongings, which are stored by our Parks and Recreation staff at the Santa Ana City Yard. Page 3 of 3 Rev 4/8/24 •Principle 5: Ensure Access to Shelter or Housing Options (Include a list of shelter or housing options, such as transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, emergency shelters, etc., within the jurisdiction and/or accessible within nearby communities. Also, indicate the shelter/housing name, address, target population and funding sources applied towards the development(s).) •Principle 6: Develop Pathways to Permanent Housing and Supports (Describe Housing First strategies emphasizing low barriers, a harm-reduction model, and services to support people obtaining permanent housing more efficiently. Identify efforts to align federal, state, and local funding/programs to provide clear pathways to permanent housing. 350 characters max) •Principle 7: Create a Plan for What Will Happen to Encampment Sites After Closure (Describe plans for former encampment spaces. Include efforts to emphasize safety, accessibility, and inclusivity that improve infrastructure. Example: Communities can include curb cuts to increase mobility access and enhanced lighting to encourage safety. 350 characters max) - Housing First strategy is designed to meet people where they are, offering low-barrier access to housing while providing supportive services that help them maintain stability. Housing First removes traditional barriers. Harm reduction acknowledges that individuals may continue to engage in behaviors like substance use but offers services and supports without judgment. The focus is on minimizing harmful behaviors rather than mandating abstinence or compliance with treatment, which fosters trust and long-term engagement. Clients are encouraged to work on their issues in their own time while maintaining access to housing. - Federal, state and local funding programs involve cross-agency collaboration, where housing, health, and social service agencies work together to pool resources and offer comprehensive solutions that will provide a pathway to permanent housing by ensuring that individuals receive the right combination of housing and services to support their long-term stability. Since Santa Ana has very few encampments around the city, the spaces where encampments are or were located will return to their intended purposes.