City Decision Makers & Staff
The City Council, Planning Commission, other advisory entities, and City staff will use the General Plan when considering land use and planning-related decisions, in administering regulations, and when considering investments of time, money, or other resources.
All decisions made by City decision makers and staff is to be consistent with the Vision, Core Values, goals, and policies of the General Plan.
City Residents & Businesses
City residents and those who operate businesses in Santa Ana can use the General Plan to better understand current and future decisions and investments made by the City government, other agencies, service providers, property owners, and other stakeholders.
Residents and business owners can also use the General Plan as a guide to actions they can take to take part in improving their community; whether it is to simply create a better place to live and work, promote environmental health, or to protect your investment and achieve future success.