Santa Ana’s Housing Element is the City’s state-mandated plan to facilitate the development, improvement, and preservation of housing. This includes planning and facilitating the production of new housing; the improvement and preservation of existing housing; the promotion of affordability for current households; and the affirmative furtherance of fair housing. Unlike other Elements, the Housing Element … Continued
Incorporated in 1886, Santa Ana has a rich historical and cultural heritage. As the county seat, it boasts an eclectic urban environment, burgeoning employment centers, transit hub, historic neighborhoods, and downtown, and a rich history back to the mid-1800s. These features distinguish Santa Ana as Orange County’s downtown. The City of Santa Ana has seen … Continued
Recognizing the importance of public participation in shaping the priorities of the community, the City of Santa Ana held at a number of events for members of the public, elected officials, stakeholders, businesses, and/or other interested parties to participate in the update of the Housing Element. Participants emphasized the following themes: Provide more housing choices … Continued
In addition to the overall Vision (see “A Shared Vision” under Vision & Core Values above) that underpins the entire General Plan and guides decisions regarding how resources should be allocated to different priorities, Santa Ana community and civic leaders established a Vision for Housing that recognizes the importance and value of working together to … Continued
GOAL UD-1: Physical Character Improve the physical character and livability of the City to promote a sense of place, positive community image, and quality environment. Policy UD-1.6 Active Transportation Infrastructure Support the creation of citywide public street and site amenities that accommodate and promote an active transportation-friendly environment. GOAL UD-3: Attractive Travelways Create … Continued
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GOAL LU-1: Growing Responsibly Provide a land use plan that improves quality of life and respects our existing community. Policy LU-1.1 Compatible Uses Foster compatibility between land uses to enhance livability and promote healthy lifestyles. Policy LU-1.3 Equitable creation AND Distribution of Open Space Promote the creation of new open space and community-serving amenities … Continued
GOAL S-2: Hazardous Materials Protect residents and environmental resources from contaminated hazardous material sites and minimize risks associated with the use, production, storage, transport, and disposal of hazardous materials. Policy S-2.1 Regional Collaboration Consult and collaborate with federal, state, and regional agencies to identify and regulate the use, storage and disposal of hazardous materials, prevent … Continued
GOAL OS-1: Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Provide an integrated system of accessible parks, recreation facilities, trails, and open space to serve the City of Santa Ana. Policy OS-1.1 Park Master Plan Create and regularly update a citywide parks master plan to provide guidance for the acquisition, development, maintenance and programing of parks, recreation facilities, … Continued
GOAL CN-1: Air Quality and Climate Protect air resources, improve regional and local air quality, and minimize the impacts of climate change. Policy CN-1.2 Climate Action Plan Consistency with emission reduction goals highlighted in the Climate Action Plan shall be considered in all major decisions on land use and investments in public infrastructure. Policy … Continued
