FAQ Topic: Safety

Growing Responsibly

Land Use Element 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-1.2 Homeownership Opportunities Support innovative development policies to expand homeownership opportunities at all income levels. … Continued

Aircraft Hazards

Safety Element GOAL S-4: Aircraft Hazards Protect the safety of the general public from aircraft hazards. Policy S-4.1 Structures Above 200 Feet For development projects that include structures higher than 200 feet above existing grade, the City shall inform the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) and submit materials to the ALUC for review. Proposed projects … Continued

Geologic and Seismic Hazards

Safety Element GOAL S-3: Geologic and Seismic Hazards Provide a safe environment for all Santa Ana residents and workers while minimizing risk of injury, loss of life, property damage, and social and economic impacts caused by geologic and seismic hazards. Policy S-3.1 Hazard Identification Explore opportunities to identify and encourage the upgrade of structures and … Continued

Hazardous Materials

Safety Element 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 … Continued

Flood Safety

Safety Element GOAL S-1: Flood Safety Protect life and minimize property damage, social and economic disruptions caused by flood and inundation hazards. Policy S-1.1 Regional Collaboration Continue to consult with agencies to maintain the most current flood hazard and floodplain information; use the information as a basis for project review and to guide development in … Continued

Air Quality and Climate

Conservation Element 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-1.1 Regional Planning Efforts Coordinate air quality planning efforts with local and regional agencies to meet or exceed State and Federal ambient air quality standards in order to educate the … Continued

Utility Infrastructure

Public Services Element GOAL PS-3: Utility Infrastructure Supply, maintain, and expand City services and infrastructure improvements through innovative funding options and sustainable practices. Policy PS-3.1 Service Partnerships Partner with service providers to ensure access to a wide range of state-of-the-art telecommunication systems and services for households, businesses, institutions, public spaces, and public agencies. Policy PS-3.2 … Continued

Public Facilities

Public Services GOAL PS-1: Public Facilities Provide quality and efficient facilities that are adequately funded, accessible, safe, and strategically located. Policy PS-1.1 Maintenance and Design Provide and maintain public facilities that reinforce community identity through high quality design. Policy PS-1.2 Equitable Distribution Ensure public services and facilities reflect changing population needs and are equitably distributed … Continued

Regional Mobility

Mobility Element GOAL M-2: Regional Mobility An integrated system of travelways that connects the city to the region, employment centers, and key destinations, making Santa Ana the leader in regional transportation. Policy M-2.1 Interstate Freeways Support Caltrans and OCTA efforts to improve freeway safety, while addressing impacts to neighborhoods. Policy M-2.2 Transit Services Support OCTA, … Continued

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