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
Housing Supply and Diversity As a city committed to fostering neighborhood pride, investing in the lives of children and families, and providing a safe and supportive environment for its residents, Santa Ana’s highest priority is creating livable neighborhoods, defined by well- designed-and-maintained buildings, streets, parks, open space, trees, and infrastructure; stable and affordable housing and … Continued
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
Each policy in the City of Santa Ana General Plan is listed under the most related goal and element. Some policies, however, also reinforce other goals housed in different elements. To provide a more complete picture of all of the policies that support the goals of this element, Table M-1 lists each Mobility goal in … Continued
An implementation plan is a coordinated series of actions the City desires to take in the future that are intended to advance, over the long term, the City’s Shared Vision, Core Values, and the General Plan goals and policies. An implementation plan is thus a follow-up measure for this element. Taken as a whole, these … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL LU-4: Support a sustainable Santa Ana through improvements to the built environment and a culture of collaboration 4.1 Complete communities. Create an inventory of neighborhoods that are underserved by essential retail stores and services, identify sites that could accommodate the development and operation of essential retail … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL LU-3: Preserve and improve the character and integrity of existing neighborhoods and districts. 3.1 CEQA review. Continue to evaluate land use compatibility through required environmental clearance of new development projects. PBA Ongoing 3.2 Design guidelines and standards. Update the zoning code’s development and operational standards … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL LU-2: Provide a balance of land uses that meet Santa Ana’s diverse needs. 2.1 Periodic evaluation. Review and, if necessary, update the General Plan every five years to affirm its vision remains consistent with the community’s values. PBA 2027 2.2 Annual review. Prepare a general plan … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL LU-1: Provide a land use plan that improves quality of life and respects our existing community. 1.1 Development Code Update. Prepare a comprehensive update to the zoning code to ensure that the City’s zoning regulations align with the General Plan’s goals and policies. Update the Metro … Continued
Affirm, promote, and implement social justice and equity in the provision, type, and affordability of housing and the availability of services for all residents. Policy HE-5.1 Housing Opportunities Ensure housing opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, marital status, familial status, age, gender, gender identity, disability, source of … Continued
