HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012/12/11 Item 26 Appendices A-HHOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-1 OVERVIEW: COMMUNITY PROFILE & HOUSING NEEDS Under State Housing Element Law, jurisdictions must evaluate both existing and future needs for all income
groups as determined by the jurisdictions Council of Government, when preparing the statemandated Housing Element of the General Plan. This section presents the demographic and housing
characteristics that influence the demand and availability of housing. This analysis is necessary to form the basis for establishing programs and goals that seek to address the identified
housing needs. The focus of this section is to identify the need for housing according to income, tenure, and special needs groups. In addition, this section attempts to frame the discussion
of creating balanced communities throughout the City. This discussion was a recurring theme throughout the General Plan process when identifying the varying needs between the eastern
(east of Interstate I-805) and western (west of I-805) portions of the City. Primary dat?a sources include the 2010 Census for existing conditions and comparisons between the eastern
and west portions of the City1, the American Community Survey 1-, 3-, and 5-Year Estimates, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Regional Task Force on the Homeless,
projections published by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) and the California Department of Finance. The data used are the most reliable for assessing existing conditions.
Furthermore, such standard sources provide a basis for consistent comparison with older data and provide the best basis for forecasts. 1 Conducted every ten (10) years, the U.S. Census
provides the most comprehensive data source available, but does not necessarily represent existing conditions. Further, in the analysis of east and west, the Census tracts are generally
divided by City boundaries. This presents a slight inconsistency when trying to combine census tracts to determine statistics for a portion of the City as done in this section. While
small portions of census tracts fall outside or within the City, overall it was determined to be the best way to form detailed housing statistics to compare the eastern and western portions
of the City. 1.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-2 City of Chula Vista General Plan COMMUNITY PROFILE 2.1 Population Trends and Characteristics Housing needs in Chula Vista are affected primarily
by population and employment trends. 2.1.1 Historical, Existing & Forecasted Growth The City of Chula Vista is one of 18 cities within the County of San Diego. San Diego County is the
third-largest county in Southern California with a population of 3,095,313 in 2010. The County has experienced stable growth, with a population increase of 13 percent from 1990 to 2000,
and 10 percent from 2000 to 2010. Table A-1 REGIONAL POPULATION TRENDS 1990-2010 County 1990 2000 2010 % Change 2000-2010 Imperial County 109,303 142,361 174,528 23% Los Angeles County
8,863,164 9,519,338 9,818,605 3% Orange County 2,410,556 2,846,289 3,010,232 6% Riverside County 1,170,413 1,545,387 2,189,641 42% San Bernardino County 1,418,380 1,709,434 2,035,210
19% San Diego County 2,498,016 2,813,833 3,095,313 10% Source: U.S. Census 2010 Summary File 1 The City of Chula Vista is growing at a rapid pace in comparison to the rest of the County.
Between 1950 and 1960, Chula Vista more than doubled in size. Population growth slowed in the 1970s and 1990s. Between 1990 and 2000, the City experienced a 28 percent increase. With
the continued Greenfield development and growth of master planned communities in eastern Chula Vista, this pattern continued from 2000 to 2010 and Chula Vista’s population grew by 40
percent. 2.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-3 Figure A-1 HISTORICAL POPULATION INCREASE IN CHULA VISTA AND THE REGION 164.00% 61.50% 23.60% 61.00% 28.40% 40.50% 85.52% 31.45% 37.12% 34.17% 12.64%
10.00% 0.00% 20.00% 40.00% 60.00% 80.00% 100.00% 120.00% 140.00% 160.00% 180.00%1950 -1960 1960 -1970 1970 -1980 1980 -1990 1990 -2000 2000 -2010 City of Chula Vista San Diego Region
Source: Calif ornia Department of Finance, Hist orical Census Populat ions of Calif ornia St at e, Count ies, Cit ies, Places, and Towns, 1850-2010 Figure A-2 POPULATION TRENDS IN CHULA
VISTA 15,927 42,034 67,901 83,927 135,160 267,418 173,556243,916 -25000 25000 75000 125000 175000 225000 275000 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 Source: California Department
of Finance, Historical Census Populations of California State, Counties, Cities, Places, and Towns, 1850-2010 & SANDAG 2050 Regional Forecast Year
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-4 City of Chula Vista General Plan As shown in Figure A-3, estimates by the California Department of Finance (DOF) show that from 2000 to 2005 Chula
Vista’s population increased by 25 percent to 217,543. The population continued to increase in Chula Vista from 2005 to 2010 by an additional 11 percent. Growth slowed in comparison
with the previous years as would be expected in a recessionary economy. Comparatively, the County’s estimated population increased 4 percent from 2005 to 2010. The population of Chula
Vista makes up an 8 percent share of the total population in San Diego County. Chula Vista remains the second largest city in the County behind the City of San Diego.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-5 2.1.2 Age Composition As of 2010, 59 percent of the City’s population was between the ages of 21 to 64. Children and teens aged 0-20 years comprised
31 percent of the population, and seniors, 65 and over, represented 10 percent of the City’s population. The greatest population increases were in the persons 5-20, 25-44 and 45-54 years
of age categories. Growth in these age categories, considered the prime home buying age brackets, is consistent with the increase of single family residential development in the master
planned communities of eastern Chula Vista. Over the next twenty-five (25) years the SANDAG is projecting that the San Diego region will see a decline in the growth of age groups below
55, while all age groups above 55 will increase. Specifically, the western portion of the City of Chula Vista is expected to see a higher increase in the 55-74 year old age group then
the region and a higher increase in the 65-74 year old age group in the western portion of the City than the City as a whole.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-6 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure A-5 EXPECTED CHANGE (2000-2030) IN AGE DISTRIBUTION FOR 55 AND OVER AGE GROUP 5.3% 4.6% 2.7% 2.1% 3.8% 5.4%
3.5% 4.5% 3.8% 0.0% 1.0% 2.0% 3.0% 4.0% 5.0% 6.0% 55-64 65-74 75+ Western Chula Vista Chula Vista San Diego Region Source: City of Chula Vista Urban Core Specific Plan Market Analysis
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-7 2.1.3 Race and Ethnicity As shown in Figures A-6a, A-6b, and A-6c, Chula Vista is, and continues to grow as a racially and ethnically diverse community.
The City experienced rapid growth of its Hispanic population between 1990 and 2000, and again from 2000 to 2010. The Hispanic population is the largest representative ethnic group in
the City, comprising 60 percent of the total population. The percent of Asian population increased between 1990 and 2000 to 11 percent, and continued to increase from 2000 to 2010, comprising
14 percent of the total population. The Black population has remained at about 4 percent from 1990 to 2010. The White (non-Hispanic) population, however, has seen a dramatic decrease
from 32 percent in 2000 to 20 percent in 2010. The percentage of American Indian & Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander, has remained less than 1 percent of the population
from 1990 to 2010. White (non-Hispanic), 41,1 87 Black, 6,216 American Hispanic, 50,357 Indian & Alaska Native, 863 Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander, 914 Asian, 11,161 Population
of two or more races, N/A Other/Some other race, 24,446 Figure A-6a 1990 RACIAL AND ETHNIC COMPOSITION Source: City of Chula Vista Consolidated Plan FY 2005-2010 (based on U.S. Census
1990 and 2000)
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-9 2.2 Employment Trends Housing needs are affected by employment trends. Significant employment opportunities within the City can lead to growth in
demand for housing in proximity to jobs. The quality or pay of available employment can determine the need for various housing types and prices. In 2010, educational, health, and social
services made up 26 percent of the labor force, followed by retail trade (11 percent), public administration (10 percent) and professional, scientific, management, administrative and
waste management services (9 percent). Industries such as manufacturing, construction, information, finance, insurance, real estate, and retail, each experienced declines from 2000 to
2010. As Table A-2 shows, nearly 30 percent of those Chula Vistan’s in the labor force are in the retail or service industry where lower pay scales predominate. Table A-2 EMPLOYMENT
BY INDUSTRY Industry Number of Employees1 Percent Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining mining 119 0.2% Construction 5,539 5.4% Manufacturing 8,115 7.9% Wholesale trade
2,940 2.9% Retail trade 11,537 11.3% Transportation and warehousing, and utilities 5,941 5.8% Information 1764 1.7% Finance, insurance, real estate, and rental and leasing 6,095 6.0%
Professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management services 6,599 9.4% Educational, health and social services 26,947 26.4% Arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation
and food services 8,870 8.7% Other services (except public administration) 4,705 4.6% Public administration 9,925 9.7% Total 102,096 100% Notes: 1 U.S. Census data cited are for the
Chula Vista population, and does not represent the number of jobs in Chula Vista. Source: U.S. Census, 2010 American Community Survey, 1-yr Estimates
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-10 City of Chula Vista General Plan As shown in Table A-3, the Sweetwater Union High School District is the top single employer in Chula Vista. In
aggregate, the education industry employs 20 percent of the employee’s on the Top Ten Employers list. The health industry and retail and service industry are also very significant employers.
Retail and service companies employ 4 percent of employees in Chula Vista. Following, are the retail and service industries, and hospitals that employ 5 percent of the total employees
on the City’s major employers list. The top ten employers have a total of 17,900 employees, which make up approximately 20 percent of the City’s total employees. Table A-3 TOP TEN EMPLOYERS
IN CHULA VISTA, 2009 Business Business Type Employees Percent of Employees Sweetwater Union High School District Education 4,435 9% Chula Vista Elementary School District Education 2,753
6% Southwestern College Education 2,400 5% Rohr Inc./Goodrich Aerospace Aerospace Manufacturing 1,903 4% Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Hospital 1,799 3% City of Chula Vista Municipal
Government 1,350 4% Scripps Mercy Hospital Hospital 1,079 2% Walmart (2 stores) Big Box Retail 950 2% United Parcel Service Parcel Delivery Service 627 1% Target (3 stores) Big Box Retail
604 1% Total 17,900 38% Source: City of Chula Vista Consolidated Plan, FY 2010-2015 (based on City of Chula Vista comprehensive Annual Financial Report, FY 2009
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-11 Employment rates are an indicator of economic trends in the City. Chula Vista’s labor force grew from 86,900 in 2005 to 91,400 in 2011. Unemployment
rates remained at about 5 percent from 2005 to 2009. However, unemployment rates began to experience sharp increases to 7 percent in 2010 and 11 percent in 2011. This pattern of growing
unemployment is representative of the effect that the economic downturn has had on the San Diego region, State, and Nation. Table A-4 LABOR FORCE TRENDS1 Year Labor Force Employment
Unemployment Unemployment Rate 2005 86,900 82,500 4,400 5.1% 2006 87,300 83,200 4,100 4.7% 2007 86,900 82,500 4,400 5.1% 2008 87,000 83,700 4,100 4.7% 2009 88,400 83,700 4,700 5.3% 2010
90,400 84,000 6,300 7.0% 2011 91,400 81,000 10,300 11.2% Notes: 1 Data cited are for the Chula Vista population, and does not represent the number of jobs in Chula Vista. Source: State
of California Employment Development Department (EDD) 2011.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-12 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.3 Household Characteristics This section provides an overview of the characteristics of Chula Vista’s households.
The U.S. Census Bureau defines a household as all persons living in a single housing unit. One person living alone is considered a household as is a group of unrelated people living
in a single housing unit. A family is defined as related persons living within a single housing unit. The 2010 Census and American Community Survey data revealed that Chula Vista as
well as the region is experiencing a tightening housing market. Household size in Chula Vista increased from 2.79 persons per household in 1990 to 3.21 in 2010. A rapid increase in household
formation from 2000 to 2010 has also been evidenced with a 31 percent increase in the number of households. 2.3.1 Household Formation & Composition Chula Vista has experienced a rapid
increase in the number of households over the past three decades, with the continued green field field development in the master planned communities in Eastern Chula Vista. Between 1990
and 2000 Chula Vista saw nearly a 21 percent increase in the number of households. From 2000 to 2010, the City saw an increase of 31 percent of households. In 2010, the City’s households
were growing 21 percent faster than in the County and in the State of California. Table A-5 TOTAL HOUSEHOLDS PERCENTAGE OF INCREASE 2000-2010 Area 1990 2000 2010 % Increase 2000-2010
California 10,399,700 11,502,870 12,577,498 9.34% San Diego County 887,719 994,677 1,086,865 9.27% City of Chula Vista 47,869 57,728 75,515 30.81% Source: U.S. Census 2010 Demographic
Profile
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-13 The 2010 U.S. Census reported that Chula Vista’s average household size was 3.21 persons per household, increasing from 2.99 persons per household
in 2000. In comparison, San Diego County had estimated household size of 2.73 in 2000 and 2.75 in 2010. This larger household size indicates the need for housing units with more bedrooms.
Table A-6 AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE Area 1990 2000 2010 City of Chula Vista 2.79 2.99 3.21 San Diego County 2.69 2.73 2.75 Source: U.S. Census 1990 STF 1, U.S. Census 2000 SF 3 and 2010
Demographic Profile As shown in Figure A-7, two-person households represented the largest group for both renters and owners in 2010, comprising 24 percent of total households in Chula
Vista. Closely following are fourperson households at 20 percent, and three-person households at 19 percent. This trend reflects the overall pattern of growth in the number and average
size of Chula Vista households. Renter-occupied households had an average of 2.86 persons per household, compared to 3.09 persons per household in owner-occupied households.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-14 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.3.2 Jobs to Housing Balance There often is a mismatch between the location of housing and jobs in Southern California.
One way of determining if Chula Vista’s households commute out of the City to work is by looking at the jobs-to-housing balance. The jobs-to-housing balance is the number of jobs in
Chula Vista divided by the number of housing units in Chula Vista. In 2011, Chula Vista had a 1.03 jobs to household ratio, slightly up from 2000 at 0.9. Although there was a slight
increase in the jobs-to-housing ratio from 2000 to 2010, the growing number of households, coupled with high unemployment rates in the City, indicates that many households have to commute
out of the City for their work. Table A-7 JOBS-HOUSEHOLD RATIOS Description 2000 2011 Employment 53,731 81,800 Housing Units 59,495 79,416 Jobs/Household Ratio 0.9 1.03 Source: SANDAG,
2000 & U.S. Census 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates 2.3.3 Household Income The The Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) generates an annual median
income for the purpose of determining program eligibility. The City of Chula Vista is included in the San Diego County Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), for which HUD set the 2011
median family income (MFI) at $74,900 for a four-person household. The State of California uses four income categories to determine housing affordability. These categories are as follows:
?? Very Low-income – Less than 50% of the median income; ?? Low-income – 51% to 80% of the median income; ?? Moderate-income – 81% to 120 % of the median income; and, ?? Above Moderate-income
– Greater than 120% of the median income.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-15 Table A-8 shows the income ranges for each income category based on the 2011 HUD MFI for Chula Vista. Figure A-8 shows household income distribution
by tenure. According to the American Community Survey 1-year Estimates, approximately 6,108 households earned less than $20,000, which falls in the extremely low income category. A significant
number of these households are renters (73 percent). Approximately 8 percent of owner-occupied households and 17 percent of renter-occupied households earned less than $35,000 a year,
which falls in the very low-income category (up to $40,950). Additionally, 57 percent of total households in Chula Vista earn less than HUD’s Area Median Income (AMI) for the County
of San Diego at $74,900 (26 percent of owner-occupied households and 31 percent of renter-occupied households). The income group containing majority of (26 percent) of owner-occupied
households was $100,000 to $149,000. The income group containing the largest group (20 percent) of renter-occupied households was $20,000 to $34,999. Table A-8 HOUSEHOLD INCOME DISTRIBUTION
Income Category Percent of County Median1 Income Range ($)2 Extremely Low-Income <30% <$24,550 Very Low-income < 50% < $40,950 Low-income 50% -80% $40,951-$65,500 Moderate Income 80%
-120% $65,501 -$89,900 Above Moderate >120% > $89,901 Notes: 1 Based on HCD income categories 2 Based on 2011 HUD MFI of $74,900.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-16 City of Chula Vista General Plan The median income for Chula Vista residents more drastically demonstrates the difference in income by tenure and
by ethnicity. As shown in Table A-9, Chula Vista’s median income of $66,246 in 2010 was slightly higher than that of San Diego County as a whole at $59,923. When comparing income by
tenure, a large difference is seen between owner-occupied households at $84,151, and renter occupied households at $41,527. Table A-9 MEDIAN INCOME BY TENURE Place Median Income City
of Chula Vista $66,246 Owner-Occupied Households $84,851 Renter-Occupied Households $41,527 San Diego County $59,923 Source: U.S. Census 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-17 As shown in Figure A-9, Asians earn considerably higher incomes than all other ethnicities, although they represent just 14 percent of the population.
While Hispanics, the largest ethnic group in Chula Vista at 60 percent of the population, earn 18 percent less than the Chula Vista median income and 12 percent less than the County
median. In addition, there is a large disparity of low-income households between the eastern and western portions of the City, as illustrated in Figure A-10. Figure A-10 HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.5%32.7% 20.0% 16.8% 5.8% 18.0% 26.4% 20.5% 23.5% 11.8%18.0%24.1% 18.5% 22.6% 15.7% 0.0% 5.0% 10.0% 15.0% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% Less than $20,000 $20,000 to $39,999 $40,000 to $59,999
$60,000 to $100,000 $100,000 or more Western Chula Vista City of Chula Vista San Diego Region Source: City of Chula Vista Urban Core Specific Plan Market Analysis
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-18 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.4 Housing Inventory and Market Conditions Current housing trends must be understood before anticipating future
housing needs. This section describes Chula Vista’s existing housing stock and market conditions. 2.4.1 Housing Stock Profile The U.S. Census Bureau reports 79,416 housing units in the
City in 2010, an increase of 25 percent from 2000. During that same time period, the County of San Diego experienced an increase of 4 percent. Chula Vista’s housing stock has increased
an average of 1,988 housing units per year from 2000 to 2010. That average has more than doubled from the 1990-2000, with an average of 968 housing units built per year. Table A-10 HOUSING
INVENTORY CHULA VISTA AND SAN DIEGO COUNTY Year City of Chula Vista San Diego County Chula Vista as % of the Region 1990 49,849 946,240 5.3% 2000 59,529 1,040,149 5.7% 2010 79,416 1,164,786
6.8% Sources: U.S. Census 2010 Summary File 1
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-19 Unit Type The U.S. Census reported a total of 79,416 housing units in the City of Chula Vista in 2010. 63 percent of these housing units were single-family
detached, representing an increase of 13 percent of the City’s total housing inventory since 2000. The number of single-family attached units increased by 1 percent. Multi-family units
experienced a net increase from 2000 to 2010. They have decreased 8 percent, as a percentage of the City’s total housing inventory. Mobile homes and other housing types experienced a
decrease from 2000 to 2010 as a percentage of the City’s total housing inventory. Figure A-11 HOUSING INVENTORY BY TYPE 1990-2010 4007 23140 18429 3744 5295457 30237 19987 3703 149 8780
50158 23446 3822 0 0 10000 20000 30000 40000 50000 60000 Single family, attach ed Single family, detach ed Multi-Family Mobile-homes Other (Boats, RV, etc.) 1990 2000 2010 Source: City
o f Chula Vista Consolidated Plan FY 2005-2010 (based on U.S. Census 1990, 2000 and 2010)
2010) HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-20 City of Chula Vista General Plan According to the 2005-2009 American Community Survey 5-yr Estimates, the stock of multiple family housing
was much higher in the Western portion (41 percent) of the City compared to the Eastern portion (16 percent), as depicted in Figure A-12a & A-12-b. This diversity is attributed to the
large production of single-family households in the eastern master planned communities.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-21 Unit Size Figure A-13a & A-13b shows the number of bedrooms in occupied housing units by tenure. In 2010, 59 percent of renters, occupied studios,
1-and 2-bedroom units, and 38 percent occupied 3-and 4-bedroom units. Just 16 percent of owners, occupied 1-and 2-bedroom units and 74 percent occupied 3-and 4-bedroom units.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-22 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.4.2 Tenure The 2010 Census reported that 58 percent of housing units in Chula Vista were owner-occupied and 41
percent were renter-occupied. With the growth of single-family homes in the master planned communities of the Eastern portion of the City, Chula Vista has been experiencing an increase
in home-ownership, however, has also experienced an increase in foreclosure rates during the last few years. As shown in Figure A-14, the United States had a higher percentage of owner-occupied
housing units than Chula Vista. 65 percent of America’s housing units were owner-occupied. In comparison, both San Diego County and California, with a greater amount of land to develop,
had a lower percentage of owner-occupied housing units than the City. Figure A-14 also displays a great disparity between the supply of owner-and renter-occupied housing between the
eastern and western portions of the City. While the City of Chula Vista retains an overall balance of renter-and owner-occupied housing in line with the San Diego region, the majority
of the rental housing supply is contained in the western portion (58 percent) of the City, while owner occupied units in the east (73 percent) is very high.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-23 As shown in Figure A-15a & b, approximately 90 percent of the owner-occupied housing units were single-family, detached and attached. In comparison,
42 percent of renter-occupied housing units were single-family, detached and attached. According to the 2010 Census approximately 55 percent of renter-occupied units were multi-family
housing with more than 2 units in a building.
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-25 2.4.3 Vacancy Rates Vacancy rates are an indicator of supply and demand. Low vacancy rates suggest households may have trouble finding housing with
an affordable monthly payment. A high number of vacant units indicate an over-supply of housing units. A four to six percent vacancy rate is considered “healthy”. As indicated in Table
A-11, of the 79,416 housing units in the City, 2010 U.S. Census data shows 4.9 percent were vacant in 2010. Of the total vacant units, 39 percent were for rent, 28 percent were for sale,
and 20 percent were other vacant. Other vacant may be comprised of units that are rented or sold, but not occupied; seasonal, recreational, or occasional use; and other unspecified uses.
Table A-11 HOUSING INVENTORY BY TENURE 2010 Occupancy Units Percent Total Occupied Housing Units 75,515 95.1% For sale only 1,077 -For rent 1,500 -Other Vacant 764 -Total Vacant Housing
Units 3,901 4.9% Total Housing Units 79,416 100% Source: U.S. Census 2010 Summary File 1 2.4.4 Age of Housing Stock The age of housing is often an indicator of housing conditions. In
general, housing that is 30 years or older may need minor repair. Housing over 50 years old is considered aged and more likely to generate major repairs. In Chula Vista, 15 percent of
the City’s housing units were built prior to 1960, approximately 47 percent of housing units were built prior to 1980, therefore, a majority (62 percent) of Chula Vista’s housing is
at least 30 years or older, and may be in need of repairs. In contrast, approximately 24 percent of Chula Vista’s housing stock was built from 2000 to 2005 or later, mostly attributed
to the growth of the master planned communities in the Eastern portion of the City.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-26 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table A-12 AGE OF HOUSING STOCK Year Built Units Percent 2005 or Later 6,060 7.0% 2000 -2004 14,913 17.3% 1990
-1999 14,099 16.4% 1980 -1989 10,684 12.4% 1970 -1979 11,166 13.0% 1960 -1969 16,463 19.1% 1950 -1959 9,386 10.8% 1940 -1949 1,944 2.3% 1939 or earlier 1,491 1.7% Total 86,206 100% Source:
Census 2010 ACS 1 Year B25034 When comparing the Eastern and Western portions of the City, as depicted in Figure A-16a & A-16b, it can be seen that over 90 percent of the housing stock
in Eastern Chula Vista was built recently (1980 to 2000 or later), while 68 percent of housing in the West was built before 1980. With the continued build out of the master planned communities
in the east the current mix of housing age is even more pronounced. This statistic indicates that substantial rehabilitation or replacement of housing in the Western portion of the city
may be needed in the next twenty-five (25) years.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-27 2.4.5 Housing Conditions Housing is considered substandard when it is below the minimum standard of living conditions defined in the Uniform Housing
Code, Section 1001. In addition to structural deficiencies and standards, the lack of infrastructure and utilities often serves as an indicator for substandard conditions. According
to the 2010 1-year American Community Survey, 253 units in Chula Vista lacked complete plumbing facilities. Of those units 79 percent were owner-occupied and 21 percent were renter-occupied.
Additionally, 174 units lacked complete kitchen facilities. Of those units, 71 percent were owner-occupied and 29 percent were renteroccupied. It should be noted that there may be some
overlap in the number of substandard housing units, as some units may lack both complete plumbing and kitchen facilities. The City’s Code Enforcement Division of the Development Services
Department performs periodic inspections of all multi-family units. Inspection staff also responds to complaints of substandard conditions in the housing stock, including single-family
homes. Staff provides rehabilitation and resolution for housing stock conditions through brochures and informational handouts during inspection. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element
period, staff inspected 5,254 rental units within 1,000
complexes. With the downturn of the economy and housing mortgage crisis, many households are looking at alternative housing choices. The City has seen an increase in the number of illegal
conversion of housing, which may include conversion of garages into living space and the creation of rooming houses out of one and two-family homes without the appropriate building permits.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-28 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.4.6 Housing Costs & Rents This section discusses the price of new and existing housing as well as average costs
of rental housing in Chula Vista. New and Resale Housing The 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year estimates list the median value for all owner-occupied housing units in Chula Vista
at $358,600. Data indicates that 6 percent of Chula Vista’s owneroccupied housing units were worth under $100,000, 6 percent were valued between $100,000 to $199,999, 21 percent were
valued between $200,000 and $299,999, and 67 percent were valued at $300,000 or above. Table A-13 2010 VALUE FOR OWNER-OCCUPIED HOUSING UNITS Price Range Number of Units Percent of Total
$49,999 or less 1,544 3.5% $50,000 to $99,999 947 2.1% $100,000 to $149,999 895 2.0% $150,000 to $199,999 1,721 3.9% $200,000 to $249,999 4,499 10.1% $250,000 to $299,999 4,927 11.1%
$300,000 to $399,999 13,224 29.7% $400,000 to $499,999 9,242 20.6% $500,000 or more 7,573 17.0% Total Total 44,572 100% Source: U.S. Census 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates
Due to the rapid development in Eastern Chula Vista, it is difficult to analyze the average price of a new home. Therefore, the available supply of resale units in the City serves as
the basis for the analysis of housing costs and its relationship to the ability to pay. Figure A-17 shows the median price for resale housing in Chula Vista and surrounding cities. In
October 2011, the median cost of resale housing in the City of Chula Vista was $308,000, which is slightly lower than the City of San Diego and the County as a whole. Data shows that
resale housing prices have decreased by 8 percent in the City since October 2010. This decrease in price is generally
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-29 consistent with the price decrease for both the City (decrease of 10 percent) and County of San Diego (decrease of 6 percent), and reflects the
downward trend in the housing market.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-30 City of Chula Vista General Plan Foreclosures Subprime mortgages— granted to borrowers with weak, or subprime, credit histories—played a major role
in the over inflation of housing prices and increase in foreclosures in Chula Vista and the rest of the United States. This is due to the fact that initial “teaser” lending terms began
to expire simultaneously as housing prices began to decrease, or readjust. While many homebuyers and speculators were able to make mortgage payments under initial loan terms, and banked
on the continued appreciation of their homes to insulate them from future rate increases, many homeowners struggled to make their monthly housing payment when their mortgage payments
doubled or tripled and the housing market slowed. As a result, many homeowners were unable to pay rising mortgage payments and were forced into the foreclosure process. This has flooded
the market with homes for sale at or below market rate. Furthermore, lenders began adjusting their lending practices, making credit less available to those with blemished credit or little
down payment. Due to the deflation of home prices and decline in available credit, the median home sale price dropped dramatically throughout the United States, as seen in Chula Vista
(Figure A-17). According to data provided by Data Quick News, the number of Notices of Default, (NOD) (the first step in the foreclosure process), in San Diego County fell by 14 percent
from the third quarter of 2010 to the third quarter of 2011. Table A-14 DEFAULT NOTICES 2010-2011 Area 2010, 3rd Quarter 2011, 3rd Quarter Percent Change San Diego County 5,869 5,048
-14.0% Source: Data Quick News, 2011
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-31 The percentage of Chula Vista’s housing units in foreclosure greatly exceeds those experienced by the San Diego region, California and the nation.
Chula Vista was significantly hit by the housing crisis due to the availability of vacant residential land and housing growth experienced in the early 2000’s. From 2000 to 2010, Chula
Vista’s housing inventory grew by 33 percent while San Diego’s grew 12 percent (see Table A-10). Figure A-18 Chula Vista vs. Regional Foreclosures Source: Realty Trac, 2011
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-32 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure A-19 illustrates foreclosures by zip codes in Chula Vista. Those areas in eastern Chula Vista experienced
higher rates of foreclosure as this area saw significant growth in newly constructed housing during the early to mid 2000’s According to Realty Trac, zip code 91911 had the highest number
of foreclosed properties at 119, followed by zip code 91909 with 112 foreclosed properties for the month of November 2011. Fig A-19 Foreclosures in Chula Vista by Zip Code Source: Realty
Trac, 2011
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-33 Rental Prices According to the Fall 2011 Rental Rate Survey by the San Diego County Apartment Association, the average monthly rent for a studio
apartment in Chula Vista was $661 down from $710 in the Spring of 2011 possibly indicating a decrease in demand for studio apartments. One-and two-bedroom apartments also experienced
a slight decrease in average rent from Spring 2011 to Fall 2011 as indicated in Table A-14. The average monthly rent in Fall 2011 for a 1-bedroom unit was $892, 2-bedroom was $1222 and
3 or more bedroom unit was $1,563. In comparison, average monthly rents are generally lower in Chula Vista than San Diego County. Table A-15 AVERAGE MONTHLY RENTS Unit Type City of Chula
Vista San Diego County Fall 2011 Spring 2011 Fall 2011 Spring 2010 Studio $661 $710 $899 $864 1-bedroom $892 $950 $1,090 $1,057 2-bedrooms $1,222 $1,251 $1,418 $1,338 3 or more bedrooms
$1,563 $1,543 $1,730 $1,657 Source: San Diego County Apartment Association, Fall 2011 Vacancy and Rental Rate Survey
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-34 City of Chula Vista General Plan Affordability Gap Analysis The cost of home ownership and renting can be compared to a household’s ability to pay
for housing. Housing affordability is defined as paying no more than 30 percent of the household income on housing expenses. Based on the 2011 HUD median income of $74,900 for San Diego
County, Table A-15 identifies affordable rent payments and purchase prices for each income group. Affordable purchase price assumes a 10 percent down payment, a 7.5 percent interest
rate, and 1.25 percent tax and homeowners insurance. Table A-16 AFFORDABLE RENT AND PURCHASE PRICE BY INCOME CATEGORY Income Category Annual Income1 Affordable Rent Payment2 Estimated
Affordable Purchase Price3 Very Low-income < 50% MFI4 < $1,024 < $118,167 Low-income 51% -80% MFI $1,025 -$1,638 $118,168 -$157,735 Moderate Income 81% -120% MFI $1,639 -$2,247 $157,736
-$235,525 Above-moderate >120% MFI > $2,248 > $235-526 1 Income limits established by State of California HCD. 2 Based on 30% of income for family size of 4 3 Assumes 10% down payment,
and 7.5% interest rate, 1.25% tax and homeowners insurance 4 MFI= Median family income Source: HCD 2011 Rental Affordability In 2011, affordable rents for the Very-Low income group coincide
with the average rents for studio and one-bedroom apartments shown in Table A-14. Larger units fall in the low-, moderate-, -income groups. This data indicates lower-income families
and large households have limited options in finding affordable housing.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-35 Ownership Affordability The median price of resale housing in Chula Vista, as shown in Figure A-17 and Table A-15, exceeds the affordability range
for all income categories except above-moderate income households. This indicates that there is an affordability gap for ownership housing. Very low-, low-, and moderate income-households
may have trouble finding affordable housing that they can afford to purchase. 2.5 Summary & Conclusion This section summarizes the demographic characteristics of Chula Vista and how
they relate to the supply and demand of the City’s housing. The major findings of this analysis are as follows: Population and Household Growth. Between 2000 and 2010, the City experienced
a 40 percent increase in population. The numbers of households are growing just as fast as the population, with a 31 percent increase in the number of households from 2000 to 2010. Age
Distribution. 59 percent of the population was 21 to 64 years old in 2010, which is considered the prime buying age. It is expected that over the next twenty-five (25) years, the San
Diego region will see an increase in the growth of age groups above 55. Specifically, the western portion of the City of Chula Vista is expected to see a higher increase in the 55-74
year old age group then the region and 65-74 year old age group is higher in the western portion of the City than the City as a whole. Ethnicity. In 2010, the Hispanic population was
the largest ethnic group in the City, representing 60 percent of the total population. The Hispanic population grew from 50 percent in 2000 to 60 percent in 2010. During, the same time
period, the Asian population increased from 11 percent to 14 percent, while the White population declined from 32 percent to 21 percent from 2000 to 2010. Income. Approximately 15 percent
of owner-occupied households and 24 percent of renter-occupied households earned less than $50,000 per year in 2010, which falls in the very low-income category ($65,500 or below). Additionally,
Additionally, the median income for owner-occupied households was significantly higher ($84,851) than for renter-occupied households ($41,527). Western Chula Vista had a much higher
percent (57 percent) of low-income households (earning $40,000 or less) than eastern Chula Vista (32 percent). Tenure and unit size. The 2010 Census reported that 58 percent of the units
in Chula Vista were owner-occupied and 42 percent were renter-occupied. A large amount of renters occupied studios, 1 and 2-bedroom units, compared to owners who generally occupied larger
3-4 bedroom units. In comparison, the United States had a higher percentage (65 percent) owner-occupied housing units
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-36 City of Chula Vista General Plan than Chula Vista. San Diego County and California both had a lower percentage of owner households than the City.
However, in 2010 western Chula Vista reported a much higher (58 percent) renter-occupied rate and multiple family (55 percent) households than eastern Chula Vista (27 percent and 4 percent
respectively). Households. A rapid increase in household formation is evident with a 31 percent increase in the number of households from 2000 to 2010. Household size is also increasing.
According to the 2010 Census, household size increased from 2.99 in 2000 to 3.21 in 2010. This larger household size indicates the needs for larger housing units. Housing Affordability.
Chula Vista had a median income slightly higher than the average for the County of San Diego. However, the growing number of households, increase in household size, and income disparity
between renter-occupied households and owner-occupied households has provided further challenges to Chula Vista households seeking affordable housing options. Data indicates that lower-income
families and large households have limited options in finding affordable rental housing. In addition, the median price of resale housing in Chula Vista exceeds the affordability range
for all income categories except above-moderate income households. Very low-, low-, and moderate-income households may have trouble finding affordable housing that they can afford to
purchase.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-37 HOUSING NEEDS This section provides an overview of existing housing needs in the City of Chula Vista. Housing need can be described in four categories:
?? Housing need resulting from households overpaying for housing; ?? Housing need resulting in overcrowding; ?? Housing need resulting from population growth and demolition of the existing
housing stock; and, ?? Housing need of “special needs groups” such as elderly persons, large households, femaleheaded households, disabled persons, homeless persons, and farm workers.
3.1 Households Overpaying for Housing Overpayment is defined as households that pay more than 30 percent of their gross income on housing related expenses. This includes rents or mortgage
payments, electricity, and gas. The high cost of housing eventually causes lower-income households to use a disproportionate percentage of their income for housing. This may result in
financial problems, deferred maintenance, or inappropriately sized units that do not meet the needs of the household (i.e. overcrowding). As shown in Table A-16, 53 percent of Chula
Vista’s households overpaid for housing in 2010. 63 percent of renter-occupied households overpaid for housing and 46 percent of owners overpaid. 3.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-38 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table A-17 OVERPAYMENT BY TENURE AND INCOME Percent of Income Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Total Households Percent
Households Percent Households Percent < 30% 23,956 53.7% 10,651 35.9% 34,607 46.3% 30 – 50% 11,678 26.2% 8,804 28.9% 20,482 27.4% > 50% 8,647 19.4% 10,278 33.8% 18,925 25.3% Not Computed
291 <.7% 416 1.4% 707 1.0% Total 44,572 100% 30,419 100% 74,721 100% Source: U.S. Census 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates According to 2010 U.S Census American Community
Survey 1-Year Estimates, over half (53 percent) of the total households in Chula Vista overpaid for housing. In general, more lower-income households tend to overpay than moderate to
above-moderate income households. As shown in Table A-17, 67 percent of lower income households overpaid for housing in 2010. Approximately 79 percent of lower-income renters and 64
percent of lower-income owners overpaid. Table A-18 HOUSEHOLDS OVERPAYING Households Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Total Households Percent Households Percent Households Percent Total
Households 43,660 100% 29,253 100% 72,913 100% Total Households Overpaying 21,809 49.9% 18,519 63.3% 40,328 55.3% LOWER INCOME HOUSEHOLDS Total Lower Income Households 18,454 100% 22,547
100% 41,001 56.2% Lower Income Households Overpaying 11,861 64.3% 17,761 78.7% 29,622 40.6% Source: U.S. Census 2008-2010 American Community Survey 3-Year Estimates
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-39 3.2 Overcrowding As a result of rising housing prices, lower-income households are often forced to accept smaller housing units, which may result
in overcrowding. Overcrowding is defined as households having an average of more than 1 person per room, with households considered to be severely overcrowded having more than 1.5 persons
per room. Overcrowding puts a strain on public facilities and services, reduces the quality of the physical environment, and can eventually cause conditions that contribute to deterioration
of the housing stock. As shown in Table A-18, 8 percent of Chula Vista households were considered overcrowded in 2010. As is the case in housing overpayment, overcrowding was found in
more renter households than owner households. Of the overcrowded households, an overwhelming majority (83 percent) are renter-occupied households. Table A-19 OCCUPANTS PER ROOM BY TENURE
Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Total Occupants per Room Units Percent Units Percent Units Units Percent < 0.50 26,806 60.1% 12,329 40.5% 39,135 52.2 0.51 to 1.00 16,796 37.7% 13,334
43.8% 30,130 40.2% 1.01 to 1.50 523 1.2% 3,866 12.7% 4,389 5.9% 1.51 to 2.00 400 0.9% 762 2.5% 1,162 1.5% > 2.01 47 0.1% 128 0.5% 175 0.2% Total 44,572 100% 30,419 100% 74,991 100% Source:
U.S. Census 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-40 City of Chula Vista General Plan 3.3 2010-2020 Growth Needs The State Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for projecting the total statewide
housing demand, with the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) apportioning this demand to each of the state’s regions. This demand represents the number of additional
units needed to accommodate the anticipated growth in the number of households, to replace expected demolitions and conversions of housing units to non-housing uses, and to achieve a
future vacancy rate that allows for healthy functioning of the housing market. The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), the Council of Governments (COG) representing the region,
in cooperation with the local jurisdictions, is tasked with the responsibility of allocating the region’s projected new housing demand to each jurisdiction. The allocation is further
divided into four income categories: ?? Very Low-Income – 0% to 50% of the median income; ?? ?? Low-Income – 51% to 80% of the median income; ?? Moderate-Income – 81% to 120% of the
median income; and, ?? Above Moderate-Income – more than 120% of the median income. This process is known as the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA), and the goals are referred
to as either the RHNA goals or the “regional share” goals for new housing construction. The allocation takes into account factors such as market demand for housing, employment opportunities,
the availability of suitable sites and public facilities, commuting patterns, type and tenure of housing need, and others. In determining a jurisdiction’s share of new housing needs
by income category, the allocation is adjusted to avoid an over-concentration of lower income households in any one jurisdiction.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-41 A Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) prepared by SANDAG for the years of 2010-2020 identifies Chula Vista’s housing production goals. The
following table shows the City’s housing goals for each income category, based on HUD’s median family income (MFI) for San Diego County. Table A-20 REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Income Category Percent of County Median Income 2011 Income Range ($) Housing Goal Very Low-income < 50% < $40,950 3,209 34% Low-income 51% -80% $40,951 -$65,500 2,439 24% Moderate-Income
81% -120% $65,501 -$89,900 2,257 24% Above-Moderate > 120% > $89,901 4,956 18% Total RHNA goal: 12,861 100% Notes: 2011 HUD4-person MFI for San Diego MSA: $74,900, Source: SANDAG and
Fiscal Year 20011 HUD Income Limits 3.4 Special Needs Groups Certain segments of the population may have more trouble finding decent, affordable housing due to their special needs. This
section identifies the needs of specific groups, including: elderly persons, large households, female-female-headed households, disabled persons, homeless persons, farmworkers, and students.
3.4.1 Elderly Persons Elderly persons are defined as a special needs group because most are retired and have fixed incomes. As shown in Table A-20, 13,459 elderly householders reside
in Chula Vista, which is 30 percent of the total households. Of the senior households, approximately 30 percent are renter and 70 percent are owners. Further, the U.S. Census 2010 American
Community Survey 1-year Estimates revealed that approximately 7 percent of elderly householders over the age of 65 were under the poverty level in 2010. This data indicates a need for
affordable senior rental housing, as well as rehabilitation and retrofitting programs for those owner-occupied senior households.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-42 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table A-21 HOUSEHOLDERS BY TENURE BY AGE 2010 Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Total Householder Age Units Percent
Units Percent Units Percent 15-24 years 393 0.1% 2,042 6.5% 2,435 3.2% 25-34 years 4,685 10.9% 7,456 23.5% 12,141 16.1% 35-64 years 29,357 67.0% 18,123 57.3% 47,480 62.9% 65-74 years
4,908 11.4% 1,968 6.2% 6,876 9.1% 75 plus years 4,512 10.6% 2,071 6.5% 6,583 8.7% Total 43,855 100% 31,660 100% 75,515 100% Source: U.S. Census 2010 Summary File 1 Elderly persons often
have additional restraints to housing in regards to location and choice of unit type. In terms of location, elderly persons often require access to medical facilities and public transit.
Housing may need to be equipped with ramps, handrails, elevators, lower cabinets and counters to accommodate elderly persons with self-care limitations and go-outside-home disabilities
and special security devices to allow for greater self-protection. Of Chula Vista’s elderly population in 2010, 35 percent had a self-care disability or a go-outside-home disability.
Table A-22 ELDERLY PERSONS (65+) WITH DISABILITIES Type of Disability Persons Percent of Elderly Population Total disabilities for elderly persons 24,334 98.5% Sensory, physical, or
mental disability 15,649 63.4% Self-care disability and Go-outside-home disability 8,685 35.2% Total Elderly Persons (65+) 24,702 100% Notes: 1 Total Population = 243,916 Source: Census
2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-43 The primary housing concerns regarding the elderly persons living in the City of Chula Vista are summarized as follows: ?? Income – The elderly
population is generally on a fixed income; ?? Household Composition – The elderly, especially women, often live alone; ?? Transportation – The elderly population are more likely to utilize
public transportation; and, ?? Health Care – The elderly have a significantly greater need for health care. 3.4.2 Large Households Large households are defined as having five or more
persons within the same household. The 2010 Census reported 15,479 large households, representing 21 percent of total households in Chula Vista. Of these households, 59 percent were
owner-occupied and 41 percent were renter-occupied. Census data shows the number of large households has increased from 17 percent in 2000 to 21 percent in 2010. The increasing number
of large households requires more housing units of 3-or-more bedrooms. Finding larger units at an affordable price is a concern primarily for households with lower-incomes. Table A-23
LARGE HOUSEHOLDS1 BY TENURE Type of Household Owner-occupied Renter-occupied Total Units Percent Units Percent Units Percent Large Households 9,170 20.9% 6,309 19.9% 15,479 20.5% Total
households 43,855 100% 31,660 100% 75,515 100% Notes: 1 Defined as 5 or more persons living in a single household. Source: U.S. Census 2010 Summary File 1
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-44 City of Chula Vista General Plan 3.4.3 Female-Headed Households Female-headed households are a special needs group due to their low rate of homeownership.
As shown in Table A-23, 5,185 or 7 percent of total households were female-headed with children under the age of 18. In addition, there were 3,757 female-headed households without children
in the City of Chula Vista. Table A-24 FEMALE-HEADED HOUSEHOLDS Type of Female-headed Household Number of Household Percent of Femaleheaded Households Percent of Total Households1 Female
householder with no children 3,757 42.0% 5.0% Female householder with children 5,185 58.0% 6.9% Total Female-headed households 8,942 100% 11.8% Notes: 1 Total Households = 75,515, based
on U.S. Census 2010 Summary File 1 Source: U.S. Census 2010 Summary File 1 3.4.4 Persons with Disabilities Access and affordability are two major needs of persons with disabilities.
Access is important for the physically disabled both within their homes and to/from the site. This often requires specially designed dwelling units. Additionally, there is also the desire
to be located near public facilities and public transit. Table A-24 shows the number of persons between the ages of 16 to 64 with disabilities in 2010. Persons with sensory, physical,
or mental disabilities comprised 4 percent of the total population. Persons with self-care and go-outside-home disabilities represented 2 percent of the population.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-45 Table A-25 PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES Type of Disability Persons Percent of Total Population1 Sensory disability 2,873 0.8% Physical disability 4,313
1.8% Mental disability 3,319 1.4% Self-care disability 1,367 0.6% Go-outside-home disability 2,866 1.2% Employment disability 0 0.0% Notes: 1 Total Population = 243,916, based on U.S.
Census 2010 Source: U.S. Census 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates 3.4.5 Homeless Population and Transitional Housing Needs Since 2006, the San Diego Regional Task Force
on the Homeless (RTFH) has conducted a point-intime survey (PIT) to measure the City’s homeless population, as well as to identify the needs of persons experiencing homelessness. The
2011 PIT found 441 homeless persons in the City of Chula Vista. The RTFH surveys those individuals living on the street, in shelters, jails, or detoxification facilities on a particular
night. Demographic characteristics of the homeless population were generated through a more in-depth survey of a sample of unsheltered homeless persons, as well as data from the Homeless
Management Information System project (HMIS), a data warehouse with unduplicated records of homeless clients served by the participating agencies in the region. Data from the PIT studies
have limitations. Final results were not adjusted to account for homeless persons that were not located by the survey methodology (i.e., persons temporarily staying with friends or family);
therefore, the total homeless population is understated by PIT counts. The 2011 PIT survey identified individuals living on the street, emergency shelters, and transitional housing as
homeless. Table A-25 shows the number of homeless individuals by their shelter status in the City of Chula Vista.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-46 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table A-26 Homeless Persons by Shelter Status, PIT 2011 Location Persons Percent of Total Street Homeless 234 53%
Emergency Shelter 36 8% Transitional Housing 171 39% Total 441 100% Source: San Diego Regional Task Force on the Homeless, 2011 PIT Count. More than half of homeless individuals were
living on the street (53 percent), while almost half were sheltered—eight percent in emergency shelters and 39 percent in transitional housing. As part of the PIT, data is also collected
to describe certain subpopulation groups of the homeless that are unsheltered during the PIT. The survey data is not considered to be a complete representation of all unsheltered persons.
The data, however, is considered significant enough to use such information as rough estimations of the number of unsheltered persons with similar characteristics. Table A-26 is indicative
of the proportion of the entire group of homeless persons at a given point in time that can be described as fitting the subpopulation categories of Veterans, Severe Mental Illness, Chronic
Substance Abuse, HIV/AIDs and Domestic Violence Table A-27 Sub-populations of Unsheltered Homeless Persons, PIT 2011 Subpopulation Percent of Total Est. for Chula Vista Persons with
Severe Mental Illness 26% 61 Chronic Substance Abuse 46% 108 Chronic Homeless 30% 70 Victims of Domestic Violence 11.4% 27 Veterans 53% 40 Persons with HIV/AIDS 1.7% 4 Total Unsheltered
Homeless in Chula Vista 100% 234 Source: San Diego Regional Task Force on the Homeless, 2011 PIT Count Table A-27 identifies shelters for the homeless in the San Diego/South Bay region.
The region provides 434 beds in a number of facilities with specialties varying from general homeless shelters,
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-47 victims of domestic violence, substance abuse, and at-risk with disability. A total of 320 of these beds are located in the City of Chula Vista.
South Bay Community Services (SBCS) is the primary social service agency that provides homeless shelters within the City of Chula Vista. SBCS operates ten facilities in and around Chula
Vista. The Ecumenical Council of San Diego County and MAAC Project operate other facilities in the area. TABLE A-28 HOMELESS AND TRANSITIONAL HOUSING SAN DIEGO – SOUTH BAY Agency Program
Name Target Population Special Needs # of Beds Location Emergency Shelters Emergency Shelters offer a temporary overnight sleeping accommodation. The maximum stay varies depending on
the program. Case management is sometimes available to clients. Ecumenical Council of SD County ISN Rot’l Shelter South Bay (mid-October – March) General Population General Homeless
12 Regional SBCS Casa Nueva Vida I Families w/children
General Homeless 54 Chula Vista SBCS Casa Seguras Families w/children General Homeless 45 Chula Vista SBCS La Nueva Aurora Families w/children Victims of Domestic Violence 3 Chula Vista
SBCS Casa Nuestra Shelter Homeless Youth General Homeless 8 Chula Vista Transitional Shelters Transitional Shelters offer housing, case management, and support services to return people
to independent living, as soon as possible, often within 6 months, and usually not longer than 24 months. MAAC Project Nostros Adult Men Substance Abuse 13 Chula Vista M.I.T.E. Options
South Bay Women’s Recovery Center Women with Children Substance Abuse Outpatient Chula Vista
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-48 City of Chula Vista General Plan TABLE A-28 HOMELESS AND TRANSITIONAL HOUSING SAN DIEGO – SOUTH BAY Agency Program Name Target Population Special
Needs # of Beds Location SBCS Casas de Transition Families w/Children General Homeless & Domestic Violence 73 Chula Vista SBCS Casas Families w/Children General Homeless 7 Chula Vista
SBCS Trolley Trestle Youth & Parenting Youth General Homeless 10 Chula Vista SBCS Casa Nuestra Shelter Homeless Youth (12-17) General Homeless 8 Chula Vista SBCS Casa Nueva Vida I Families
w/children General Homeless 54 Chula Vista SBCS Casa Segura II Families w/Children Victims of Domestic Violence 45 Chula Vista SBCS Victorian Heights Women w/Children Victims of Domestic
Violence 38 National City Hotel/Motel Vouchers Voucher Programs shelter eligible families, disabled and elderly persons in participating motels throughout the County. Eligibility requirements
vary from year-to-year; typically, the voucher programs require that clients present evidence that they are not able to stay in a traditional homeless shelter; and, they will be able
to obtain permanent housing within a short time frame (3-4 weeks). SBCS Hotel/Motel Vouchers Families with Children, Elderly, and Disabled General Homeless N/A Chula Vista Permanent
Supportive Housing Permanent Supportive Housing offers housing for persons with disabilities who need supportive services to maintain their living accommodations. Targeted disabilities
are serious mental illness, chronic alcohol/or other drug abuse, and AIDS or related diseases. Persons with a severe chronic developmental disability may also be included. SBCS-SD Housing
Commission La Posada Families with Children HIV/AIDS 28 San Ysidro
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-49 TABLE A-28 HOMELESS AND TRANSITIONAL HOUSING SAN DIEGO – SOUTH BAY Agency Program Name Target Population Special Needs # of Beds Location SBCS-SD
Housing Commission La Posada-Shelter Plus Families with Children HIV/AIDS 36 San Ysidro Total Beds 434 Source: Regional Task Force on the Homeless 2011 The number of beds available in
Chula Vista is generally consistent with the number of homeless. However, majority of these beds serve targeted and special needs populations. 3.4.6 Farm Workers The 2010 Census shows
there were only 119 persons in the agriculture, forestry, fishing, hunting, and mining industry, making up less than 1 percent of Chula Vista’s labor force (see Table A-2). Farm workers
are considered a special needs group due to the seasonal nature of employment. The limited amount of agricultural land within the City of Chula Vista makes this group a very small minority.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-50 City of Chula Vista General Plan 3.4.7 Students The Land Use and Transportation Elements of the General Plan define a University Study Area within
the Otay Ranch community. Students are considered a special needs group because of their unique requirements for housing. University students are generally on a fixed-income and live
in non-family households. The development of student housing will be an integral component of the development of the University Study Area. 3.5 Summary & Conclusion This section of the
Housing Element provides a summary of existing housing needs, future housing needs, and special needs groups. Table A-28 is a summary of the needs identified in this section. Table A-29
Summary of Existing Housing Needs 2005-2010 Growth Needs Special Needs Groups Very Low Income 3,209 Elderly Persons 24,702 Low Income 2,439 Large Households 15,479 Moderate Income 2,259
Disabled Persons w/go-outsidehome or self-care disability 4,233 Above-Moderate Income 4,956 Female Headed Households w/Children 5,185 Total 12,861 Farm Workers 119 Overcrowding Overpaying
Households Renter 4,756 Renter 18,519 Owner 970 Owner 21,809 Total 5,726 Total 40,328
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-51 The major findings of this section are: ?? Overpayment. Data shows that 53 percent of Chula Vista’s households overpaid for housing in 2010, which
increased from 38 percent in 2000. It is estimated that of the households overpaying, 46 percent are owner-occupied, and 63 percent are renteroccupied. ?? Overcrowding. In Chula Vista
8 percent of households were considered overcrowded. Of the overcrowded households, 17 percent were owner-occupied, while 83 percent were renter-occupied. ?? Elderly persons. There were
24,702 elderly persons, making up 10 percent of the total population of Chula Vista in 2010. Of the elderly population, 35 percent had a self-care disability or go-outside-home disability.
?? Large households. The number of large households has increased from 17 percent in 2000 to 21 percent in 2010. The 2010 Census indicated that 59 percent were owneroccupied and 41 percent
were renter-occupied.
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-53 AFFORDABLE HOUSING Existing housing that receives governmental assistance or is generated through governmental policies is often a significant source
of affordable housing in many communities. This section identifies the affordable housing in Chula Vista, evaluates the potential for conversion to market rate between 2013 and 2023,
and analyzes the cost to preserve the units. Resources for preservation/replacement are described in Chapter 4, Housing Resources. Housing programs to address preservation of these units
are described in Part II, Policy & Implementation Plan. 4.1 Inventory of Affordable Housing There are 2,453 affordable rental housing units in the City of Chula Vista as of December
2011. During the 2005-2011 reporting period, the City permitted 628 units for lower and moderate income households, including 146 units serving very low-income households, 182 units
serving low-income households, and 200 units serving moderate-income households. These include 305 rental units, 282 for sale units, and 41 senior units. An additional 13 units were
acquired and rehabilitated to be restricted for occupancy and use by special needs, extremely low income households. Table A-30 NEW CONSTRUCTION AFFORDABLE HOUSING 2005-2011 Period/Description
Extremely Low Very Low Low Moderate Total Rental 0 105 183 17 305 Los Vecinos 33 8 1 42 Landings I 44 48 92 Landings II 28 113 2 143 Rosina Vista 14 14 28 For-Sale 0 0 99 183 282 Sedona
32 135 167 Mar Brisa 67 48 115 Senior 0 41 0 0 41 Seniors on Broadway 41 41 TOTAL 0 146 282 200 628 Source: City of Chula Vista, 2011 4.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-54 City of Chula Vista General Plan Additionally, during the 2005-2011 period, the City assisted in the refinancing of two HUD Section 236 developments,
Palomar Apartments (168 units) and Oxford Terrace Apartments (105 units). The refinancing of these apartments with multifamily housing revenue bonds extended the period of affordability
for 55 years. 4.2 Assisted Units “At-Risk” Of Conversion State Housing Element Law requires the analysis of government-assisted housing that is eligible to change from low-income to
market rate housing over the next 10 years. State law identifies housing assistance as a rental subsidy, mortgage subsidy, or mortgage insurance, to an assisted housing development.
Government assisted housing might convert to market rate housing for a number of reasons, including expiring subsidies, mortgage repayments, or expiration of affordability restrictions.
As a requirement of State law, this section will address the following: ?? An inventory of assisted housing units that are at-risk of converting to market rate housing. ?? An analysis
of the costs of preserving and/or replacing these units. ?? Resources that could be used to preserve the at-risk units.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-55 4.2.1 Inventory of At-Risk Units There are a total of 3,248 assisted housing units in the City of Chula Vista. Of those units 401 are “atrisk” to
lose their affordability over the next 10 years. Units receive assistance thorough a number of programs, including: City Density Bonus program, Transitional Housing program, HUD Section
8/Section 202 and 236, County Tax Exempt Financing, Low-Income Rental, Inclusionary Housing program, and Tax Exempt Financing. Table A-31 AFFORDABILITY TERMS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS
Project Address Total Units Program Length of Affordability Controls Earliest Conversion Date Oxford Terrace Apartments 555 Oxford Street 105 MF Housing Revenue Bonds 55 years 2062 Palomar
Apartments 171 Palomar Street 168 MF Housing Revenue Bonds 55 years 2063 Trolley Terrace 750 Ada St 17 HUD HOME 55 years 05/2054 Trolley Trestle 746 Ada St 10 HUD HOME/Redev Low-Income
Rental 55 years 12/2055 Congregational Towers 288 F Street 184 HUD Section 236 40 years 2013 1993 (Prepay) Silvercrest 636 Third Avenue 74 HUD Section 202 40 years 2015 Colorado 809
Colorado Ave 2 HUD NSP 55 years 2065 Glover 563-565-567 Glover 4 HUD NSP 55 years 2065 Casa Nueva Vida 31 Fourth Ave 12 Transitional Housing 30 years after Certificate of Occupancy (8/93)
8/2023 Transitional Housing 17 Fourth Ave 12 Transitional Housing 55 years after Certificate of Occupancy (11/94) 11/2059 Canterbury Court Senior Apartments 336 C Avenue 207 City Density
Bonus 25 years 2010 Eucalyptus Parkview Apartments 56 Fourth Avenue 9 City Density Bonus 25 years 2008 Park Fifth Avenue Apartments 364 Fifth Avenue 48 City Density Bonus 25 years 02/2011
Park Way West Senior Apartments 411-415 Parkway 13 City Density Bonus 25 years 10/2016 A Point of View 54 Woodlawn Avenue 6 City Density Bonus 25 years 07/2014 Oak Terrace Senior Apartments
423 Church Avenue 36 City Density Bonus 25 years 01/2012 Vista Point Apartments 1051 Broadway 6 City Density Bonus 25 years 07/2014 Brisa del Mar 1689 Broadway 106 Redev Low-Income Rental
55 years 09/2060 Los Vecinos 1501 Broadway 41 Redev Low-Income Rental 55 years 04/15/2064
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-56 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table A-31 AFFORDABILITY TERMS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS Project Address Total Units Program Length of Affordability
Controls Earliest Conversion Date Park Plaza Village Apartments 1246-56 Third Ave 28 Redev Low-Income Rental 30 years after Effective Date (6/91) 6/2021 Seniors on Broadway 845 Broadway
41 Redev Low-Income Rental 55 years 01/15/2063 St. Regis 1025 Broadway 119 Redev Low-Income Rental 52 years 06/2053 Eucalyptus Grove Apartments 67 East Flower St 43 Tax Exempt Financing
Term of Bonds (15 years-11/97) 11/2012 Antigua South of Eastlake High School 130 Inclusionary Housing For-Sale; No restrictions Upon Resale Cabo Mount Miguel/MacKenzie Creek 26 Inclusionary
Housing For-sale; No restrictions Upon Resale Sanibelle. W Jammer/Montillo North of H Street; Terra Nova 43 Inclusionary Housing For-sale; No restrictions Upon Resale Sedona MacKenzie
Creek Road 32 Inclusionary Housing For-sale; Recapture Upon Resale Mar Brisa Procter Valley Road, south of Mt. Miguel 67 Inclusionary Housing For-sale; Recapture Upon Resale Cordova
Village Apartments 1280 East J Street 40 Inclusionary Housing 55 years after Effective Date (1997) 2052 Harvest Ridge Seniors 1325 E Palomar Street 91 Inclusionary Housing 55 years 2058
Landings I 2122 Burdock Way 91 Inclusionary Housing 55 years 10/01/2063 Landings II 1754 Curry Drive 141 Inclusionary Housing 55 years 07/14/2065 Lofgren Terrace Miracosta Circle 200
Inclusionary Housing Life of Project; Military Housing Life of Project Otay Ranch Village 6 (second dwelling units) Village 6 12 Inclusionary Housing No restrictions No restrictions
Rancho Buena Vista Apartments 2155 Corte Viste 150 Inclusionary Housing 55 years 2060 Rolling Hills Garden Senior Apartments 2290 MacKenzie Creek Road 104 Inclusionary Housing 25 years
2024 Rosina Vista 1527 Rosina Vista Dr 28 Inclusionary Housing 20 years 2032 Sunrose 1325 Santa Rita Avenue 180 Inclusionary Housing 55 years 2058 Teresina Apartments 1250 Santa Cora
Avenue 88 Inclusionary Housing 55 years 2055 Villa Serena Senior Apartments 1231 Medical Center Drive 132 Inclusionary Housing 52 years 2052 SBCS Transitional Housing – Domestic Violence
Concord Way/Regency Way 2 Special Needs -Homeless Life of Project Life of Project Veterans Home 700 East Naples Court 400 Special Needs-Multicare for Vets Life of Project Life of Project
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-57 Table A-31 AFFORDABILITY TERMS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS Project Address Total Units Program Length of Affordability Controls Earliest Conversion
Date 3,248 Notes: 1 Section 236 projects carry a 40-year mortgage with an option to prepay the remaining mortgage after 20 years and opt out of low-income use control. The earliest conversion
date refers to when the prepayment option first becomes available. Source: City of Chula Vista, 2011 The State requires jurisdictions to analyze all assisted units over a ten-year period,
usually connected to the required implementation date for the Housing Element Update. During this housing cycle, the ten-year period is from 2013 through 2023. As shown in Table A-32,
401 affordable units are at-risk of being converted into market rate housing over the next 10 years. At-risk units were developed under HUD Section 202 and 236, City Density Bonus program,
and the City’s Tax Exempt Financing program. Table A-32 SUMMARY OF AT-RISK UNITS UNITS Project Units At Risk Program Length of Affordability Controls Earliest Conversion Date Congregational
Towers 184 HUD Section 236 40 years 2013 Silvercrest 74 HUD Section 202 40 years 2015 Casa Nueva Vida 12 Transitional Housing 30 years after Certificate of Occupancy (8/93) 8/2023 Oak
Terrace Senior Apartments 36 City Density Bonus 25 years 01/2012 Park Way West Senior Apartments 13 City Density Bonus 25 years 10/2016 A Point of View 6 City Density Bonus 25 years
07/2014 Vista Point Apartments 6 City Density Bonus 25 years 07/2014 Park Plaza Village Apartments 27 Redev Low-Income Rental 30 years after Effective Date (6/91) 6/2021 Eucalyptus Grove
Apartments 43 Tax Exempt Financing Term of Bonds (15 years-11/97) 11/2012 TOTAL 401 Source: City of Chula Vista, 2011 Table A-33 UNITS “AT-RISK” OF CONVERSION 2013-2023 Development Studios
1-Bdrm 2-Bdrms 3-Bdrms Total Units Congregational Towers 124 60 184
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-58 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table A-33 UNITS “AT-RISK” OF CONVERSION 2013-2023 Development Studios 1-Bdrm 2-Bdrms 3-Bdrms Total Units Silvercrest
18 56 74 Casa Nueva Vida 11 1 12 A Point of View 2 4 6 Oak Terrace Senior Apts 36 36 Park Way West Senior Apts 13 13 Vista Point 2 4 6 Park Plaza Village 6 12 9 27 Eucalyptus Grove 43
43 TOTAL 142 186 64 9 401 units Source: City of Chula Vista, 2011 4.2.2 Preservation Strategies The appropriate preservation options depend largely on the type of project at risk and
the type of financing used to make the units affordable. Options to preserve units could involve providing financial incentives to the project owners to extend low-income use restrictions,
purchasing affordable housing units by a non-profit or public agency, or providing local subsidies to offset the difference between affordable and market rate. Local Rental Subsidy An
option for preserving the 401 units at-risk during the planning period is to provide a local rental subsidy to residents. This method would be utilized to retain the affordability of
the units via the provision of assistance to residents when their affordable units convert to market rate. State or local rent subsidies can be utilized to maintain the affordability
of these units. Such subsidies can be a in a form of a voucher or payment similar to the Section 8 program. To determine the need subsidy, Fair Market Rates were compared to “affordable
rents”, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 50053. Table A-34 provides an estimate of the required subsidy by unit type.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-59 Table A-34 ESTIMATED MONTHLY SUBSIDY TO PRESERVE “AT-RISK” UNITS Unit Size FMR Affordable Rent1 Difference Number of Units Monthly Subsidy Annual
Subsidy Studio $984 $796.95 $ 187.05 142 $26,561 $318,732 1-Bdrm $1126 $910.80 $ 215.20 186 $40,027 $480,324 2-Bdrms $1378 $1024.65 $353.35 64 $22,614 $271,368 3-Bdrms $1960 $1138.50
$ 821.50 9 $7,394 $88,728 TOTAL 401 $96,596 $1,159,152 55 year subsidy $63,753,360 Notes: 1. Units are assumed as occupied by low income households with affordable rent calculated at
30% of income. Source: HUD Income Limits and FMR, 2012 4.2.3 Replacement Cost Analysis A general rule of thumb suggests that the cost of preserving existing units is more cost effective
than replacing units through new construction. Replacement of these units with rehabilitated units may be cost effective in some instances. Based upon information provided by the local
development community, brokers and housing developers, replacement costs for multi-family units have been estimated. Construction cost estimates include all hard and soft cost associated
with construction in addition to per unit land costs. The analysis assumes the replacement units are garden style apartments with parking provided on-site. Square footage has been estimated
as the average unit size per the prevailing sales in the region. Land costs have been determined on a per unit basis. Table A-35 provides a summary of estimated replacement costs per
unit.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-60 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table A-35 REPLACEMENT COSTS BY UNIT TYPE1 Unit Size Cost per Square Foot ($) Avg Sq Ft/Unit Replacement Cost per
Unit2 Number of Units Total Replacement Cost Studio $275 500 $137,500 142 $4,537,500 1-Bdrm $275 700 $192,500 186 $35,805,000 2-Bdrms $275 900 $247,500 64 $15,840,000 3-Bdrms $275 1,100
$302,500 9 $2,722,500 401 $58,905,000 Notes: 1 Based on prevailing market conditions. Units assumed as garden apartments, with on-site parking. 2 Includes construction costs, financing
and land acquisition costs. Source: Keyser Marston Associates, 2011 4.2.4 Resources for Preservation A variety of federal, state, and local housing program exist to assist cities acquire,
replace, or subsidize at-risk affordable housing units. The following summarizes financial resources available to the City of Chula Vista. Federal Programs ?? CDBG – CDBG funds are awarded
to cities on a formula basis for housing activities. Eligible activities include acquisition, rehabilitation, economic development, and public services. On an annual basis, Chula Vista
had a total of $1,813,799 is available in CDBG Funds for 2012. ?? HOME Investment Partnership – HOME is a flexible grant program, which is awarded to the City on a formula basis for
housing activities and takes into account local market conditions, inadequate housing, poverty, and housing production costs. HOME funding is provided to jurisdictions to assist rental
housing or home ownership through acquisition, construction, reconstruction and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing. Tenant based rental assistance, property acquisition, site improvements,
and other expenses relation to the provision of affordable housing and/or special needs housing may also qualify under the HOME program. The City of Chula Vista has approximately $877,482
is available for FY2010-11 through the HOME program
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-61 ?? Section 8 Rental Assistance Program – The Section 8 Rental Assistance Program provided rental assistance payment to owners of private market
rate units on behalf of very lowincome tenants. The City of Chula Vista participates in a consortium to provide assistance to renters based upon a subsidy that is the difference between
the tenant’s affordable portion and fair market rent. Section 8 rental assistance is provided through the San Diego County Housing Authority to approximately 2,942 households from Chula
Vista were assisted in FY 2011-12. The average Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) for all Section 8 participants is $809.37. The estimated annual HAP payments for Chula Vista residents
is approximately $28,574,000. ?? Section 811/202 Program – Under the Section 202 program non-profit organizations and consumer cooperatives can receive no interest capital advances from
HUD for the construction of very low-income rental housing for seniors and disabled persons. This can be used in conjunction with Section 811, which can be used to develop group homes,
independent living facilities, and intermediate care facilities. Eligible activities include acquisition, rehabilitation, new construction, and rental assistance. ?? HUD Low Income Housing
Preservation and Residential Homeownership Act (LIHPRHA) – LIHPRHA was enacted in response to concern over the prepayment of Section 221(d)(3) and Section 236 assisted housing. Pursuant
to LIHPRHA, HUD must offer a package of incentives to property owners to extend the low-income use restriction. HUD must guarantee an 8 percent return on the recalculated equity of the
property, provided the rents necessary to yield this return fall within a specified federate cost limit. The cost limits are either 120 percent of the FMR, or the prevailing rent in
the local market. If HUD can provide the owner with this return, the owner must stay in the program or sell their property to a priority purchaser for a 12-month period, or purchasers
for 15 months (a “voluntary” sale). The owner is required to document this choice in a Plan of Action. If HUD cannot guarantee an 8 percent return, the owner may prepay only after offering
the sale to a priority purchasers for 12 months or other qualified buyers for 15 months (a “mandatory” sale). Projects that are preserved under this method are required to maintain affordability
restriction for the remaining useful life of the project, generally 50 years.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX A Page AA-62 City of Chula Vista General Plan State Programs ?? California Housing Finance Agency (CHFA) Multiple Rental Housing Programs – The CHFA provides
below rate financing to builders and developers of multi-family and elderly rental housing. Tax-exempt bonds provide below market mortgage money. Eligible activities include, new construction,
rehabilitation, and acquisition of properties with 20-150 units. ?? Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) – This program provides tax credits to individuals and corporation that invest
in Low-Income rental housing. Tax credits are sold to those with high liability and proceeds are used to create housing. Eligible activities include, new construction, rehabilitation,
and acquisition of properties. ?? California Community Reinvestment Corporation (CCRC) – The California Community Reinvestment Corporation is a private, non-profit mortgage-banking consortium
that provides long-term debt financing for affordable multi-family rental housing. Eligible activities include, new construction, rehabilitation, and acquisition of properties. 4.7 Low-and
Moderate-Income Housing in the Coastal Zone Government Code Section 65588 requires Housing Element’s to include the following: ?? Number of new housing units approved from construction
within the coastal zone since January 1982; ?? Number of housing units for persons or families of Low-and Moderate-Income constructed within three miles of the coastal zone; ?? Number
of existing dwelling units occupied by Low-and Moderate-Income households that have been authorized for demolition or conversion since January 1982; and, ?? Number of residential dwelling
units for Low-and Moderate-Income households that have been required for replacement. The City of Chula Vista has no residential housing units built within the Coastal Zone and, therefore,
is not subject to the requirements of applicable sections of the Government Code.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-1 OVERVIEW: CONSTRAINTS TO THE PROVISION OF HOUSING The provision of adequate and affordable housing is an important goal of the City. As a result,
the City has proactively implemented a variety of programs, incentives, and development standards to encourage the development, maintenance, and improvement of affordable housing. Despite
these policies to encourage the development of affordable housing, a variety of factors including environmental, market mechanisms, and government regulations influence and occasionally
constrain the development of housing. Actual or potential constraints on the provision of housing and the cost of housing affect the development of new housing and the maintenance of
existing units for all income levels. Governmental and non-governmental constraints in Chula Vista are similar to those in other jurisdictions in the region and are discussed below.
One of the most significant and difficult constraints to housing in Chula Vista and elsewhere in the the San Diego region is the high cost of land. 1.0 One of the most significant and
difficult constraints to housing in Chula Vista and elsewhere in the San Diego region is the high cost of land.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-2 City of Chula Vista General Plan GOVERNMENT CONSTRAINTS Governmental constraints can limit the operations of the public, private and nonprofit sectors
making it difficult to meet the demand for affordable housing and limiting supply in the region. Governmental constraints are policies, development standards, requirements and actions
imposed by the various levels of government upon land and housing ownership and development. These constraints may include land use controls, growth management measures, zoning and building
codes, fees, processing and permit procedures, and site improvement costs. 2.1 Land Use Controls Land use controls take a number of forms that affect the development of residential units.
These controls include General Plan policies, zoning designations (and the resulting use restrictions, development standards, and permit processing requirements), development fees and
local growth management programs. 2.1.1 General Plan Each city and county is required by by California Law to create a General Plan, which establishes policy guidelines for development.
The General Plan is the foundation of all land use controls in a jurisdiction. The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies the location, distribution and density of the land
uses within the City. General Plan densities are expressed as dwelling units per acre. The Chula Vista General Plan identifies eleven residential land use designations, as shown in Table
B-1. 2.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-3 According to the General Plan’s Land Use and Transportation Element, a total of 113,987 dwelling units are anticipated within the City’s planning
areas. The Department of Finance (DOF) reports that 73,115 units have been developed as of January 2005. Table B-1 GENERAL PLAN RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS Designation Description
Acreage Density Range Low Residential Single-family detached dwellings on large rural, estate type lots 6,972 0 to 3 units per acre Low-Medium Residential Single-family detached dwelling
units on medium sized lots 8,200 3.1 to 6 units per acre Medium Residential Single-family detached homes on smaller lots, zero-lot-line homes, patio homes, and attached units, such as
duplexes, townhomes, and mobile homes 1,201 6.1 to 11 units per acre Medium High Residential Multi-family units such as townhomes, garden apartments and mobile homes 734 11.1 to 18 units
per acre High Residential Multi-family units such as apartments and condominium-type dwellings in multi-story buildings 417 18.1 to 27 units per acre Urban Core Residential1 Multi-family
dwelling units in an urban environment 84 27.1 to 60 units per acre Mixed-Use Residential1 Multi-family residential, retail shops, financial, business and personal services, restaurants,
entertainment and office opportunities 727 N/A Mixed Use Transit Focus Area1 High intensity mixed residential, office and retail uses 122 N/A Eastern Urban Center Medium-High to Urban
Core residential, and a variety of integrated mixed use, commercial, cultural, public and office uses 240
N/A Resort May include hotels, resort-oriented commercial services, restaurants and retail shops, cultural and recreational uses, conference centers and permanent residences 275 N/A
Town Center 169 N/A Notes: 1 New zoning district is needed, which will include appropriate FAR and density Source: Chula Vista General Plan Land Use and Transportation Element
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-4 City of Chula Vista General Plan Depending on land costs, to make a housing project economically feasible, certain densities are required. The California
Housing and Community Development Department has established affordability standards based on density as follows: Very Low-and Low-Income: minimum of 30 units per acre Moderate-Income:
minimum of 11-30 units per acre Above Moderate-Income: Up to 11 units per acre (Market rate housing) 2.1.2 Zoning Code The Zoning Code is the primary tool for implementing the General
Plan. It is designed to protect and promote the public health, safety, and welfare of the people. Chula Vista’s residential zoning designations, as shown in Table B-2, controls both
the use and development standards of a specific site, and influences the housing to be developed. Table B-2 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Classification Min. Lot Area (sq. ft.) Min.
Lot Width (ft.) Lot Coverage Max. Height Agriculture Zone1 A-8 8 acres 300 ---2 ½ stories or 35 feet A-X As designated on Zoning Map, but not less than 8 acres Residential Estate Zone
R-E 4A 4 acres 200 40% 2 ½ stories or 28 feet R-E 2A 2 acres 200 R-E 40,000 40,000 150 R-E 20,000 20,000 100 Single-Family Residential Zone R-1-15 15,000 85 40% 2 ½ stories or 28 feet
R-1-10 10,000 70 R-1-7 7,000 6,000 60 R-1-5 5,000 50 One-and Two-Family Residential Zone R-2 7,000 60 R-2-T 3,500 ---2 50%3 2 ½ stories or 28 feet R-2-X 7,000 60 Exclusive Mobile Home
MHP By plan By plan By plan By plan
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-5 Table B-2 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Classification Min. Lot Area (sq. ft.) Min. Lot Width (ft.) Lot Coverage Max. Height Apartment Residential
Zone R-3 7,000 65 50% 2 ½ stories or 28 feet4 R-3-M 7,000 65 R-3-T 2,000 22 R-3-G 7,000 65 R-3-H 10,000 80 25% No building can be less than 46’ feet or 5-stories R-3-L 7,000 65 50% 2
½ stories or 28 feet4 Planned Community P-C By plan By plan By plan By plan Specific Plan UCSP N/A N/A By subdistrict By subdistrict Notes: 1 To be consistent with the General Plan Update,
the agriculture zone will be revised. 2 Minimum lot width shall be 30 feet for all lots developed with single-car garages and 40 feet for lots developed with two-car garages. 3 All building
including accessory buildings and structures in the R-2 zones shall not cover more than 50 percent of the lot. 4 A maximum of 45’ may be approved by the Design Review Board. The R-E
(Residential Estate), R-1 (Single-Family), R-2 (One-and Two-Family), and R-3 (Apartment Residential) zones are the primary residential zones. Single-family uses are permitted by right
in the R-E, R-1 and R-2 zones, while duplex and multi-family developments are permitted by right in the R-2 and R-3 zones. Table B-2 shows zoning standards for each zone designed for
residential uses within Chula Vista. The majority of residential development is required to be built no higher than 2 ½ stories or 28 feet with the exception of the MHP, P-C, and R-3-H
zones. Within the R-3 zone, the Design Review Board can approve a maximum height of 45 feet or 3 ½ stories for multi-family residential development. Review by the Design Review Board
ensures the development meets minimum design/architectural standards. The Design Review Board cannot deny the height increase based on land use issues, only design/architectural issues,
and any denial would have to be based on requirements found in the Zoning Ordinance and on standards found in the Design Manual, which equally apply to all such developments. If the
project is is denied based on design/architectural standards, the developer has the right to redesign or appeal. This design review process does not control land use and no operational
conditions may be attached to the project as part of the design review approval. In addition, residential uses are conditionally allowed within the Administrative and Professional Office
(CO) zone and only for a mixed-use project in the Central Commercial, (CC) zone. Table B-3 describes the type of residential uses that are conditionally allowed in the City.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-6 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table B-3 CONDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL USES Zone Residential Uses Allowed Conditions for Residential Uses Administrative
and Professional Office R-3 (multiple-family) residential uses Per R-3 regulations Central Commercial Mixed commercial-residential projects CUP required *Permitted by right if Mixed-Use
Residential General Plan Designation Unclassified Use (any zone) Senior Housing CUP required Village District (UCSP) Senior Housing CUP required Urban Core District (UCSP) Senior, Live/Work
and Dwelling groups CUP required Corridor Districts (UCSP) Senior Housing CUP required Eastlake Planned Communities Mobile homes in RL/RE, RS, RP, RC/RM districts; Multiple units >3
in RP zone in EL III Administrative review required Otay Ranch Village Communities SFD, attached in SF4 district; SFD detached in RM2 district CUP required in Villages Six and Seven
Rolling Hills Ranch (Salt Creek Ranch) Community SFD in MF 4B district, CUP required Source: City of Chula Vista Each SPA has a statement addressing the General Plan’s Housing Element,
which includes identifying a variety of housing opportunities and meeting State requirements. In some SPAs, developers are required to enter into an agreement with the City to develop
affordable housing. The Urban Core Specific Plan (UCSP) was adopted in 2007. The UCSP demonstrates consistency with the General Plan by providing a mix of compatible uses to facilitate
the creation of a range of housing opportunities and choices including commercial/residential mixed-use opportunities within an urban setting, which adds to the traditional residential
neighborhoods in and around the urban core of the City.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-7 2.1.3 Site Improvements Site improvements required to develop specific sites will vary depending on the location and existing infrastructure. Possible
improvements can include, but are not limited to upgraded sewer and water lines to accommodate increased density; right-of-way dedication of the development site for arterials that do
not meet current level-of-service standards; and grading if there is excessive on-site slope. For new developments, all improvements would have to be installed prior to occupancy or
in-lieu fees paid. Additionally, the City of Chula Vista has established standard street cross-sections and a variety of other design standards related to public facilities, such as
roadways and infrastructure facilities. As part of the standard development review process, the City adopted the Street Design Standards Policy in October of 1989. This policy provides
specific guidance and minimum street standards for the development of site improvement as they relate relate to residential development. The standards established by the City are not
seen as an impediment to development, as the standards are minimum requirements to ensure health and safety standards are met. The City does have more specific standards relative to
the Master Planned Communities, which utilize the City’s Subdivision Manual, in addition to design standards provided in the City’s Street Design Standards Policy. Table B-4 shows residential
street design standards as depicted in the Street Design Standards Policy and the City’s Subdivision Manual. To date, no project applicant has indicated these standards impose constraints
to development feasibility. Table B-4 STREET DESIGN STANDARDS Type of Street Right-ofway Curb to Curb Minimum Design Speed Maximum Grade Design ADT Residential Street 56 feet 36 feet
25 mph 15% 1,200 Residential Street (Noncontiguous Sidewalk) 62 feet 36 feet 25 mph 15% 1,200 Single Loaded Residential Street 50 feet 34 feet 25 mph 15% 1,200 Single Loaded Residential
Street (Non-contiguous Sidewalk) 52 feet 34 feet 25 mph 15% 1,200 Notes 1. Minimum distance between centerline intersections shall be 150 feet. 2. Grade segments in excess of 12% shall
not exceed 300 feet. 3. Minimum radius for cul-de-sacs with a maximum length for 500 feet may be 100 feet and a maximum central angle of 45 degrees subject to the approval of the City
Engineer. The maximum tangent length between horizontal curves of radius 100 feet shall be 150 feet. 4. Average grade over any 1,000-foor segment shall not exceed 10%. 5. Portland cement
concrete pavement shall be required for grades in excess of 12%. Source: City of Chula Vista Subdivision Manual
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-8 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.1.4 Parking Requirements Table B-5 summarizes the parking requirements that exist in the City. Parking requirements
do not strain the development of housing directly. However, since parking in the City is required to be located on the same lot or property. These requirements may reduce the amount
of available lot area of residential development. The Zoning Code allows off-site parking with an agreement between the property owner and developer, and shared parking provisions have
been implemented with process improvements in 2010, Table B-5 RESIDENTIAL PARKING REQUIREMENTS Type of Residential Development Required Parking Spaces Comments Single-Family, Duplex
Two spaces per dwelling units Both spaces shall be within a garage with a minimum area of 400 sq. ft. Townhomes Two spaces per dwelling unit Both spaces shall be in a garage or carport
with a minimum area of 400 sq. ft. Multi-Family One and one-half spaces per unit for a studio or 1-bedroom, 2 per unit for 3-bedrooms or larger unit For every 10 spaces one may be compact.
Mobilehome Two spaces on each pad, 1/3 guest space per mobilehome located within 400 feet of the farthest unit. At the community center one space for each five pads up to 50 pads and
one space for each 10 pads thereafter. Mixed-Use/Transit Focus Area One space per dwelling unit + one space per ten guests Can be located anywhere except in front of the building Source:
City of Chula Vista Municipal Code, Title 19 and USCP.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-9 2.2 Growth Management The following programs and plans have been adopted to guide future development of Chula Vista: Growth Management Element: The
Growth Management Element of the General Plan is designed to guide the demands for growth and development, revitalization and environmental protection to improve the quality for current
and future residents of Chula Vista. Growth Management Program: The Growth Management Program was adopted in 1991 as serves as the primary mechanism for the Growth Management Element
of the General Plan. The program sets the foundation for carrying out City development policies by directing and coordinating future growth to ensure timely provision of public facilities
and services. The program establishes thresholds for eleven areas affecting Chula Vista, including traffic, police, fire and emergency services, schools, libraries, parks and recreation,
water, sewer, drainage, air quality, and economics. Growth Management Ordinance: This ordinance was adopted in 1991 and codifies Growth Management intents, standards, requirements, and
procedures related to the review and approval of development projects. 2.3 Density Bonus State law allows a developer to increase the density of a residential development by at least
25 percent if provisions are made to allocate 20 percent of the units for low-and moderate-income housing. An additional incentive or financial equivalent (such as modified development
standards or reduction/wavier of application or development impact fees) is granted to all residential development meeting the 20 percent density bonus requirement for low-and moderate-income
housing. 2.4 Variety of Housing Types Housing Element law specifies that jurisdictions must identify adequate sites to be made available through appropriate zoning and development standards
to encourage the development of various types of housing for all economic segments of the population and for special housing types to meet various needs.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-10 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.4.1 Multi-Family Dwellings Multiple-family housing makes up approximately 29 percent of the housing stock in
Chula Vista according to the 2010 U.S. Census. The Zoning Ordinance provides for multi-family developments by right in the R-2 and R-3 zones. Multiple family are allowed by conditional
use permit within the Administrative and Professional Office (CO) zone and only for a mixed-use project in the Central Commercial, (CC) zone. 2.4.1 Manufactured Homes and Mobilehomes
Manufactured homes and mobile homes are permitted in all residential districts, exclusive mobilehome park zone, and mobile home parks. Manufactured homes may be located in any residential
district where a single-family dwelling is permitted and are subject to the same restrictions, provided that the manufactured home receives a certificate of compatibility as part of
the zoning approval. 2.4.2 Accessory Second Dwelling Units In response to state mandate, an accessory second dwelling unit ordinance was originally adopted in 2003 to allow accessory
dwelling units in A, R-E, R-1 and P-C zones designated for single family residential development. In 2007, the ordinance was amended to modify a variety of development standards such
as unit size. Accessory Second Dwelling Units are a potential source of affordable housing. These units are self-contained housing units that are secondary to primary single-family residential
dwellings on the same lot. It is the City’s intent to allow Accessory Second Dwelling Units as a source providing a range of affordable housing through a ministerial process provided
certain conditions are met. 2.4.3 Senior Housing Housing development for seniors may be allowed in any zone, as an Unclassified Use, (19.54.020(P)) except R-1, R-2, C-V, C-T and industrial
zones. Since elderly persons require different dwelling characteristics, developments for seniors require a conditional use permit. Additionally, the Planning Commission and City Council
can make exceptions to development standards for senior developments, such as parking, density, and setbacks pursuant to CVMC 19.58.390.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-11 2.4.4 Convalescent Hospitals, Rest Homes, and Nursing Homes Convalescent hospitals, rest homes, and nursing homes (for the aged, crippled, or mentally
disabled of all ages) may be considered for location in any zone, as Unclassified Uses, subject to a Conditional Use Permit. The purpose of this review is to determine that the characteristics
of these uses are not incompatible with the type of uses permitted in surrounding areas. Specific site requirements for convalescent hospitals and nursing homes include location criteria
and parking standards. Specifically, section 19.58.110 of the Municipal Code, requires convalescent hospitals to be located on a collector or thoroughfare one a minimum parcel of one
acre in any residential zone. Requirements for nursing homes include approval and license from proper agencies concerning health and safety and an off-street loading area, in addition
to specific requirements in an unenclosed incinerator is provided. The City of Chula Vista regulates parking standard by designated use. One space for every three beds is required for
both a convalescent hospital and nursing home. Further, the following findings must be made for homes for mentally disabled children: ?? The size of the parcel shall provide adequate
light and air in proportion to the number of residents; ?? The location of windows and open play areas shall be situated as to not adversely impact adjoining uses, and; ?? Spacing between
facilities shall not affect that character of the surrounding neighborhood. The City of Chula Vista does have a set of particular conditions or use restrictions for adding to facilities
with greater than six persons. Facilities with six or fewer residents do not require a business license or a discretionary permit. 2.4.5 Residential Care Facilities The Lanterman Developmental
Disabilities Services Act and Community Care Facilities Act state that mentally, physically, developmentally disabled persons and children and adults who require supervised care are
entitled to live in normal residential settings. To that end, State law requires that licensed family care homes, foster homes, and group homes serving six or fewer persons be treated
like single-family homes. Therefore, such facilities are allowed by right in all residential zones and are not subject to a use permit, building standards, or regulations not otherwise
required of single-family homes in the same zone. A program to specifically update the Zoning Code to allow residential care facilities for seven or more persons in residential zones
with a conditional use permit and imposing a 300 foot spacing requirement between residential care facilities and parking requirements for employees and per number of beds is included
in Part II of the Housing Element.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-12 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.4.7 Housing for Persons with Disabilities The U.S. Census Bureau defines persons with disabilities as those who
have difficulty performing certain functions (seeing, hearing, talking, walking, climbing stairs, lifting or carrying), or has difficulty with certain social functions. Persons, who
are unable to perform one or more activities, use assistive devices for mobility or who needs assistance from others to perform basic daily tasks is considered to have a severe disability.
In Chula Vista, the following categories of disabilities occur within the following populations: ?? Sensory Disability ?? Physical Disability ?? Mental Disability ?? Self-care Disability
?? Outside Home Disability ?? Employment Disability As shown in Table B-6, the City of Chula Vista has a resident capacity of 796 persons in care facilities. There are four adult care
facilities and the Veteran’s Home provides housing options for senior veterans. Table B-6 CITY OF CHULA VISTA CARE FACILITIES Facility Type Number of Facilities Resident Capacity Adult
Facilities Adult Day Care 4 396 Adult Residential (Veteran’s Home-Military & Veterans) 1 400 TOTAL 5 796 Source: City of Chula Vista Consolidated Plan, 2010-2015. Reasonable Accommodation
Procedures The City of Chula Vista, as a matter of federal and state law, complies with the requirements of the Federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing
Act to provide for reasonable accommodation in the zoning code and other land use regulations when accommodations provide for equal opportunity for access to dwelling units. The City
does not require special building codes or burdensome project review to construct, improve, or convert housing for persons with disabilities. A program to specifically update the Zoning
Code to establish a process in which persons with disabilities
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-13 can make an application requesting reasonable accommodations is included in Part II of the Housing Element. The City of Chula Vista currently has
an application procedure for unreasonable hardship exceptions for accessibility issues through Application Form 4607. The application provides a formalized process for the granting of
exceptions from the requirements of State of California Title 24 accessibility. The application is available at the public counter and via the City’s website. Parking Standards for facilities
for persons with disabilities may be waived provided the need for reduced or modified standards can be justified, based on Title 24. Modifications to these standards include new construction
and remodel of existing residential development. The City of Chula Vista defines “Family” as “an individual, or two or more persons, related by blood, marriage of adoption, or a group
included unrelated individuals bearing the generic character of and living together as a relatively permanent bona fide housekeeping unit sharing such needs as cooking facilities” (CVMC
19.04.092). Therefore, the occupancy standards for unrelated individuals residing in the same unit are not considered differently than related individuals. There is no established standard
for the location requirements of facilities tailored for persons with disabilities. The Municipal Code states that facilities shall be sited in a manner that does not negatively impact
the character of a neighborhood. The City of Chula Vista believes this general requirement does not have a demonstrable negative impact on the development or cost of providing facilities
for the disabled. Building Codes The City enforces Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations that regulates the access and adaptability of buildings to accommodate persons with
disabilities. The Plan Review and Inspection Sections of the Development Services Department conduct thorough reviews of all new construction projects to confirm the work meets the appropriate
State of California accessibility standards. In the case of residential construction, there are very few accessibility requirements for single-family dwellings and the requirements for
multi-family structures only apply when the building is newly constructed. However, the City does have a program to encourage the implementation of enhanced accessibility features in
residential construction. The City has adopted a program to conduct comprehensive field investigations in response to inquiries about the potential lack of accessibility features that
should have been included during original construction. A formal enforcement process is in place to insure any detected violations are corrected in a timely manner.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-14 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.4.8 Farm Employee Housing The 2010 Census shows there were only 119 persons in the agriculture, forestry, fishing,
hunting, and mining industry, making up less than 1 percent of Chula Vista’s labor force (see Table A-2). The limited amount of agricultural land within the City of Chula Vista makes
this group a very small minority. Therefore, given the extremely limited presence of farmworkers in the community, the City has not identified a need for specialized farmworker housing
beyond overall programs for housing affordability. 2.4.9 Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Single Room Occupancy (SRO) residences are small, one room units (generally 100-250 sq. ft.) occupied
by a single individual, and may either have shared or private kitchen and bathroom facilities. SROs are rented on a weekly to monthly basis typically without rental deposit, and can
provide an entry point into the housing market for extremely low income individuals, formerly homeless and disabled persons. While Chula Vista’s Zoning Ordinance does not explicitly
address Single Room Occupancy uses, they would be treated the same as motels and hotels, which are permitted in the C-T (Commercial Thoroughfare) and conditionally permitted in the I
(Industrial) zones. Hotels and timeshares are also permitted within Urban Core Districts 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19 and Corridor Districts 1, 3 and 4 and conditionally
permitted in Village Districts 2, 3, and 4. A program has been added to the Housing Element to revise the Zoning Ordinance to explicitly specify SROs as a conditionally permitted use
within these zones, accommodating SROs both as new development and adaptive reuse of existing structures. The city will ensure zoning standards facilitate the provision of SROs, with
conditions of approval limited to ensuring compatibility, focusing on the SRO use and not the users of the facility. 2.4.10 Transitional and Supportive Housing and Emergency Shelters
State Housing Law requires that cities identify sites that are adequately zoned for the placement of homeless shelters and transitional housing. Additionally, they must not unduly discourage
or deter these uses. Currently, the City would classify a homeless shelter as a facility that provides supportive services and housing needs, including emergency shelter, transitional
housing, social services, mental health services and general health services. The City of Chula Vista does not discriminate against transitional/emergency shelters In compliance with
Section 65008, California Government Code, nor does the City Of Chula Vista “impose different requirements on residential development or emergency shelter that is subsidized, financed,
insured, or
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-15 otherwise assisted by the federal or state government or by a local public entity, as defined in Section 50079 of the Health and Safety Code, than
those imposed on non-assisted developments, except as provided in subdivision (e).” Adopted regulations apply equally to all multi-family development, irrespective of the type. The City
of Chula Vista Municipal Code allows for the development of homeless shelters on church facilities to aid in the provision of homeless facilities. Specifically, Section 19.58.110 of
the Municipal Code establishes provisions for the development of homeless and transitional facilities. Services for the homeless are conditionally permitted uses on CPF (Community Purpose
Facility) designated land in planned communities (§19.48.025.C.3). In accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 50801(i) and 50675.14(a)(B)(2), transitional and supportive housing
shall be permitted by right where housing is permitted and subject to the same development standards as other housing development Therefore, the same regulatory provisions and conditions
of approval that would apply to any other multi-family development would also apply to a proposed transitional housing and supportive housing. Design/architectural review is required
if a building is to be built, or if the exterior of an existing building is to be altered. If the facility is to be newly constructed, on-and off-site improvements directly related to
the impact of the project could be required, as with any similar market-rate, multi-family project of the same scope. In-lieu payment is also a possibility. Chula Vista’s updated General
Plan, adopted December, 2005, provides for multi-family residential densities ranging from 6 to 60 dwelling units per gross acre, and land use designations for multi-family and mixed
use residential districts where permanently established emergency shelters and transitional and supportive housing could be established. The City continues to update the Zoning Ordinance
in order to bring it into conformance with the General Plan. Included within Part II of the Housing Element are programs to specifically update the City’s Zoning Ordinance, within one
year of adoption of the Housing Element, to identify zone(s) where emergency shelters are a permitted use, without a CUP or any discretionary permit requirements and to define transitional
and supportive housing within the zoning ordinance is also included. 2.5 Building Codes and Enforcement Building and safety codes are adopted to preserve public health and safety, and
ensure the construction of safe and decent housing. They also have the potential to increase the cost of housing construction or maintenance.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-16 City of Chula Vista General Plan Building Codes: The City of Chula Vista has adopted the 2010 edition of the California Building Code, which establishes
certain construction standards for all residential buildings. These codes are designed to protect the public health, safety, and welfare of Chula Vista’s residents. Code enforcement
in the City is performed on a complaint basis through the Code Enforcement Section of the Development Services Department. The City has made local amendments to the California Building
Code, as contained in Chapter 15.08 of the City’s Municipal Code for the purpose of further defining administrative procedures and addressing health and safety concerns. No local amendments
are perceived as creating a demonstrable constraint to housing development. Americans with Disabilities Act: The Federal Fair Housing Act of 1998 (FHA) and the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) are federal laws that are intended to assist in providing safe and accessible housing. The City of Chula Vista
has the authority to enforce laws and regulations (California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 24) when evaluating construction projects. Compliance with these codes may increase the
cost of housing construction as well as the cost of rehabilitating older units, which may be required to comply with current codes. Uniform Housing Code: The Uniform Housing Code provides
complete requirements affecting conservation and rehabilitation of housing. It is compatible with the Uniform Building Code. Implementation of the requirements contained in the Uniform
Housing Code may influence the feasibility of conservation and rehabilitation efforts of existing housing units in the City. 2.6 Development Fees Various development and permit fees
are charged by the City and other agencies to cover administrative processing costs associated with development. These fees ensure quality development and the provision of adequate public
services. However, often times, these fees are often passed down to renters and homeowners in the rent/purchase price of the unit and therefore, affect the affordability of housing.
Table B-7 summarizes the findings of the development fees for the City of Chula Vista and three other cities in San Diego County. Table B-7 DEVELOPMENT FEES1 Type of Fee Chula Vista
El Cajon Carlsbad San Diego, City Planning General Plan Amendment $20,0002* $2,900 $5,125 $8,0002 Rezone Application $2,0002* $2,800 $5,535 $8,0002 Design Review w/Public Hearing $11,0002*
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-17 Table B-7 DEVELOPMENT FEES1 Type of Fee Chula Vista El Cajon Carlsbad San Diego, City Specific Plan $20,0002* $3,300 $29,2208 $8,0002 Conditional
Use Permit w/Public Hearing $11,0002* $3,500 $2,020 $5,0002 Variance w/Public Hearing $9,0002* $750 $2,355 $2,0002 Environmental Initial Study $15,0002* $400 $790 + $1,440 ----EIR Processing
$20,0002* $10,000 $16,7008 ----Engineering and Subdivision Tentative Tract Map $13,0002* $3,700 + $70/lot $13,705 $5,0002 Final Tract Map $16,0002 $4,5005 $6,225 + $5/ac $3,0002 Grading
Plan Check $8,0002 $1,000 $4,865 $6,9002 Grading Permit $10,0003 ----$2,765 $6,9002 Improvement Plan Check $10,0004 $1,0006 $31,980 $17,4002 Improvement Inspection $14,0002 $3.5% of
est. cost7 $19,030 $17,4002 Other Fees9 ----------------Notes: 1 Based on 50 lots on 10 acres, 100,000cy-grading quantity, $1,500,000 total improvement costs. 2 Deposit based fee. Additional
fees may be charged if project costs exceed the initial deposit. 3 Full cost recovery. $14,000 grading inspection 4 included with final map deposit 5 $4,500 for 1st slots + $145 each
additional lot > 5 6 minimum $1,000 or 6.5% of 1st $50K + 4% of value between $100K and $250K + 1% of value > $250K 7 of construction with a minimum of $500 8 Base fee + fully burdened
hourly 9 Other fees vary considerably by jurisdiction and are not included in this analysis Sources: Cities of El Cajon, Carlsbad and San Diego Building Industry Association of San Diego
County, 2005-2006 Fee Survey. * City of Chula Vista 2011 Master Fee Schedule An evaluation of fees indicated that the City of Chula Vista charges development fees comparable to the surrounding
jurisdictions. Many of Chula Vista’s development fees require an initial deposit. Any additional fees over the deposit may then be charged to the applicant.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-18 City of Chula Vista General Plan 2.7 Local Processing and Permit Procedures Considerable holding costs are associated with delays in processing
development applications and plans. The City of Chula Vista’s development process is designed to accommodate applicants. In 2009, the Development Services Department launched a comprehensive
review of the City’s development review process to determine improvements that could streamline processes, make them more predictable by increased transparency, improve public access
and reduce processing costs. The Department worked with an Oversight Committee comprised of developers, business owners, community organizations, engineers, architects, and contractors
to develop process improvement recommendations. The City implemented the improvements, which include modifications to the administrative procedures for planning entitlements including
changes to the development permit intake process; delegating permit decision levels; consolidating hearings for projects with multiple permits; streamlining the appeal process; modifying
regulations to parking regulations; reducing review authority redundancies between the Planning Commission and the Chula Vista Redevelopment Corporation; and improving public participation.
Additionally, amendments were made to various sections of the Chula Vista Municipal Code related to development review administration procedures; parking regulations, non conforming
uses/structures; administrative procedures for the subdivision of land; and a new comprehensive citywide approach for public participation. Three levels of decision-making bodies govern
the review process in Chula Vista: the City Council, Planning Commission, and Design Review Board. Smaller, less complex projects do not require a public hearing and may be approved
through the Zoning Administrator. The R-E (Residential Estate), R-1 (Single-Family), R-2 (One-and Two-Family), and R-3 (Apartment Residential) zones are the primary residential zones
in the City of Chula Vista. Single-family uses are permitted by right in the R-E, R-1 and R-2 zones, while duplex and multi-family developments are permitted by right in the R-2 and
R-3 zones. Multi-family and/or mixed-use developments are allowed in the Administrative and Professional Office and Central Commercial zones. The Planning Commission or the Zoning Administrator
may grant a conditional use permit if these decision makers find evidence that meets the following under Section 19.14.080 of the Municipal Code: • That the proposed use at the particular
location is necessary or desirable to provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well-being of the neighborhood or the community;
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-19 • That such use will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residing
or working in the vicinity, or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity; • That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified in Section 19.14.080
of the Municipal Code for such use; • That the granting of a conditional use will not adversely affect the general plan of the City or the adopted plan of any governmental agency; •
That the proposed conditional use, if located in the coastal zone, is consistent with the certified local coastal program and is consistent with the intent of the zoning district. Mixed
commercial-residential projects may be allowed in the C-C zone either by right or upon the issuance of a conditional use permit depending upon the land use designation of the Chula Vista
General Plan. Any mixed commercial-residential project shall be subject to the following additional standards and guidelines: • The commercial and residential components shall be planned
and implemented together; • Mixed use projects shall be developed to be internally compatible between the different land uses, and may include restrictions on commercial uses and/or
business hours in order to avoid conflicts with residential uses. Mixed use projects shall comply with the performance standards set forth in Chapters 19.66 (Performance Standards) and
19.68 (Performance Standards and Noise Control) CVMC; • The maximum allowable residential density shall be governed by the provisions of the R-3 zone based on the total project area,
less any area devoted exclusively to commercial use, including commercial parking and circulation areas. The approved density may be significantly less than the maximum allowable density
depending on site-specific factors, including the density and relationship of surrounding residential areas, if any; • Parking, access and circulation shall be largely independent for
the commercial and residential components of the project. Each use component shall provide off-street parking in accordance with City standards, as provided in Chapter 19.62 CVMC; •
The residential component shall at a minimum meet the private and common usable open space requirements of the R-3 H zone. For residential developments with studio and/or one-bedroom
units (only), the usable open space or courtyards in commercial areas which are fully accessible to residents may be used by the residents and counted towards the open space requirements;
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-20 City of Chula Vista General Plan however, open space intended for use by the residents shall not be accessible to the commercial area; • Front yard
setbacks may be reduced from the minimum standard provided in CVMC 19.36.060 to allow storefronts along street frontages to maintain a pedestrian orientation at the street level and/or
reduce effects on adjacent residential uses. The reduction in front yard setback will be determined through evaluation of the site design and approved by the decision making body for
the permit; • Side and rear yard setbacks shall be a minimum of 10 feet and may be increased to provide a sensitive transition where adjacent to single-family residential neighborhoods.
The increase in side and/or rear yard setback will be determined through evaluation of the site design and approved by the decision making body for the permit. Where such yard is contiguous
and parallel with an alley, one-half the width of such alley shall be assumed to be a portion of such yard; • Additional design standards may be required to mitigate adjacency issues,
and may include: 1. A six-foot-high solid or decorative metal fence may be required pursuant to CVMC 19.58.150 and 19.58.360, as may be applicable. If the fence is solid, it shall have
design treatment and be articulated every six to eight feet to avoid presenting a blank wall to the street or adjacent property. 2. All exterior lighting shall focus internally and shall
be kept within the property lines to decrease the light pollution onto the neighboring properties. 3. Screening and/or buffers shall be required to obscure features such as dumpsters,
rear entrances, utility and maintenance structures and loading facilities. 4. Building orientation and design shall be cognizant of adjacent low-density uses, i.e., balconies shall step
back a minimum of 10 feet to avoid overlooking rear yards of adjacent residential uses. Additionally caretaker units are conditionally allowed within the Research Industrial, Limited
Industrial, General Industrial, and Public/Quasi Public zones.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-21 All new or redesigned multi-family development is subject to the design review process, either as a public hearing or through an administrative
process (with no public hearing). Section 19.14.582 describes the responsibilities of the Design Review Board as follows: “The responsibility of the Design Review Board shall be limited
to the review of site plans, landscaping, and the exterior design of buildings, for consistency with City-approved design guidelines. In reviewing a residential project, the DRB shall
consider the costs/benefits of any recommended improvement as reported by the applicant.” Before a project appears before the Design Review Board, the applicant has been apprised of
all on-and off-site improvements and conditions, which will be listed in the resolution of approval. The Design Review Board bases its objective decision on the documents available to
them such as the Zoning Ordinance, Design Manual or Sectional Area Planning (SPA) Plans, and approved Specific Plans, where appropriate. The Design Review Board does not consider land
use as part of its review. Therefore, findings are not required to allow multi-family projects in multi-family zones. Table B-8 LOCAL DEVELOPMENT PROCESSING TIME LIMITS CITY OF CHULA
VISTA Item Approximate Length of Time from Submittal to Public Hearing Minor Cases (without a Public Hearing) Conditional Use Permit 3-4 months Minor Variance 2-3 months Design Review
4-5 months Major Cases Conditional Use Permit 4-5 months Design Review 6 months Subdivisions 8 months Variance 3-4 months Rezone Application 12 months Precise Plans 10-11 months Source:
City of Chula Vista, Development Services Department 2011. As shown in Table B-8, processing times vary considerably depending on the complexity of the project. Other more complex projects,
like subdivisions, rezoning applications, and other discretionary projects necessitate a higher level of review and thus have a longer processing timeline. Single-family homes and tenant
improvements are reviewed by a ministerial process.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-22 City of Chula Vista General Plan
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-23 2.8 Environmental and Infrastructure Constraints Due to Chula Vista’s natural resources, sensitive habitats and coastal location, there are areas
within the City that may be exposed to a variety of environmental hazards and resources which constrain development. Additionally, with many lands east of I-805 vacant and undeveloped
and proposed increased densities in the older western Chula Vista, providing adequate levels of service for the infrastructure needs of the community can pose a challenge. 2.8.1 Environmental
Constraints The City of Chula Vista has identified areas where land development should be carefully controlled. The following hazards may impact future development of residential units
in Chula Vista. Seismic Hazards: No known Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones, or active faults traverse Chula Vista, traces of the potentially active La Nacion fault zone cross the
City in a generally north-south direction through the central portion of the City. The nearest active fault is located 14 miles northwest of the City. Seismic activity within the region
can cause strong ground motion, seismically-induced liquefaction, ground surface rupture, landslides, and seismically induced settlement. Flooding: The floodplains of the Sweetwater
and Otay Rivers and several of their tributaries have the potential to flood during a 100-year storm. Portions of the City are also subject to flood inundation in the event of failure
of the Sweetwater, Upper Otay, or Savage (Lower Otay) dams. The potential for significant wave damage (i.e. tsunamis) is considered low due to the City’s relatively protected part of
the San Diego Bay. Fire Hazards: A large portion of the City of Chula Vista is located within a High and Very High hazard area for wildfires. Implementing appropriate techniques, consistent
with the Chula Vista MSCP Subarea Plan and the City’s UWIC can reduce such hazards. Hazardous Materials and Waste: Hazardous materials are used, transported, produced, and stored for
a variety of purposes in Chula Vista. Federal, state, and county agencies closely regulate hazardous materials to protect health and the environment. In addition, the City uses zoning
regulations, environmental review of proposed projects in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, and the issuance of business licenses to regulate facilities that
use, store, and handle hazardous materials and waste.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-24 City of Chula Vista General Plan Contaminated sites are also identified as an environmental hazard. The majority of the known and potentially contaminated
sites in Chula Vista are located in older industrial and commercial areas west of Interstate 805 and along Main Street east of Interstate 805. Noise: Residential land uses are considered
the most sensitive to loud noise. In Chula Vista the most prevalent source of noise is from the transportation system, including the freeways, the San Diego Trolley, and freight service.
Environmental constraints have been reviewed as part of the Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP). The development sites within master planned communities within eastern Chula
Vista have been determined by the MSCP as developable. Those areas with environmental constraints have been designated as Open Space. Development in Western Chula Vista, specifically
within the Urban Core Specific Plan has been evaluated for potential environmental constraints. Through the Urban Core Specific Plan’s Environmental Impact Report, all potential environmentally
sensitive sites have been identified, mapped and the specific actions to mitigate these sites are a component to the Environmental Impact Report’s Mitigation Program. No site may be
developed without prior clearance from local, state, and/or federal agencies and specific mitigations completed. These constraints were a factor in evaluating future development potential
of infill and vacant sites, as discussed in Appendix C of this document. 2.8.2 Infrastructure Constraints Chula Vista strives to maintain existing infrastructure and meet future demands.
Challenges posed by new development include extending service to unserved areas, keeping pace with construction, and adjusting for changes in designated density. Challenges posed by
density increases in older parts of the City include repairing existing deficiencies and maintaining and possible upsizing older infrastructure. Water: The majority of the region’s water
supply must be imported in order to meet demands. Chula Vista has historically received the majority of its water supply from the San Diego Water Authority (CWA). The CWA generally imports
from 75 to 95 percent of its water from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) of Southern California. Imported water comes from the Colorado River and the State Water Project. Chula
Vista’s primary water agencies are the Otay Water District and the Sweetwater Authority. A third water agency, the California American Water Company, also provides water to a small portion
of Chula Vista. The Sweetwater Authority provides water service to the western Chula Vista area. Future demand for capital improvements are addressed by the Sweetwater Authority and
paid through its development impact fee structure. Based upon this analysis, future water demands can be met through existing and planned water facilities to accommodate the City’s regional
housing need of 17,223 units.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-25 Sewer: The City maintains and operates sewer facilities that feed into a larger regional City of San Diego Metropolitan Sewage System for treatment
and disposal. Chula Vista currently operates and maintains approximately 400 miles of sewer pipelines. In addition the City must also address system upgrades and expansion to accommodate
new sewer connections, especially in the Eastern Chula Vista. The City has purchased 19.8 million gallons per day of capacity rights from the Metropolitan Sewage System. This capacity
is sufficient to accommodate existing housing and the City’s share of the regional housing need for 12,861 housing units. To evaluate future demand beyond the Housing Element’s planning
period the City is currently working on acquiring additional treatment capacity to meet future demands, based on 2030 estimates. Drainage: Chula Vista is part of the San Diego watershed
area. The City maintains a system of storm water pipelines, box culverts, lined and natural channels, and water detention facilities. Current facilities have adequate capacity for projected
short and mid-term development, although drainage infrastructure may need to be constructed or modified to meet the San Diego watershed area’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) permit requirements. Long-term build-out includes major development in the eastern portion of the City that will add significant amounts of storm water to the existing
system.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-26 City of Chula Vista General Plan NON-GOVERNMENT CONSTRAINTS A number of private sector factors contribute to the cost of housing. The primary market
constraints to the development of new housing are the costs of constructing and purchasing new housing. The following is a discussion of the primary factors that impact affordable housing
development. 3.1 Economy Overall economic conditions in the last five years have had a tremendous impact on the housing construction industry. California’s housing market peaked in the
summer of 2005 with a dramatic increase in the State’s housing supply coupled with low interest rates. The period between 2007 and 2009, however, reflects a time of significant change.
By December 2007, according to the U.S. National Bureau of Economic Research, the US was in a recession. The emergence of Sub-Prime mortgage loan losses in 2007 began the crisis and
exposed other risky loans and over-inflated asset prices. The financial crisis is linked to declining underwriting standards and risky lending practices by financial institutions and
the growing trend of securitization of real estate mortgages. With loan losses mounting and the fall of major financial institutions, the lending market collapsed and home prices decreased
and continue to fall. Double-digit decreases in median sale prices were recorded throughout the State. These relatively lower home prices initially allowed for an increase homes sold
due to greater affordability. However, as a result of the home mortgage industry collapse, more stringent loan underwriting was put in place, with lenders closely scrutinize household
income, credit history, and the overall risk of the loan. While interest rates have not climbed dramatically, the supply of available housing has risen, and sales prices have decreased,
the limited access to home financing and available credit has reduced the pool of buyers able to purchase a home, particularly lower income buyers. Furthermore, the lack of credit not
only affects home buyers and homeowners but also developers and rental property owners who want to improve their properties. 3.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-27 Under these current economic times, with high unemployment rates and increasing foreclosures, has made even greater the need for affordable housing.
Despite the need, the tightening of capital for construction and permanent financing and available credit has made it difficult for home builders to get construction loans, would-be
buyers are struggling to obtain mortgages, and home sellers can't find qualified buyers. The City has in turn has seen a dramatic decrease in housing production. Figure B-1 1000 1500
2000 2500 3000 3500 No. of Permits Issued Building Permits for Residentia Source: City of Chula Vista, 2011 3.2 Vacant and Underutilized Land Chula Vista’s eastern area provides an extensive
stock of developable land. Most of the development occurring within the eastern area is contained within master planned developments. Additionally, vacant land in the western area of
the City is minimal due to its built out conditions. Therefore, the limited availability of raw vacant land has a direct affect on land prices. A thorough analysis of vacant and underutilized
land is conducted in Appendix C of this Housing Element.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-28 City of Chula Vista General Plan 3.3 Housing Costs and Land Prices The cost of land directly influences the cost of housing. Land prices are determined
by a number of factors, most important of which are land availability and permitted development density. As land becomes scarcer, the prices of land increase. In terms of development,
land prices have a positive correlation with the number of units permitted on each lot. In recent years, land prices have increased due to the success of the housing market in Southern
California. Housing prices in the San Diego region experienced expansive growth in the early 2000’s. With the relatively low employment rate and job creation trends in the region at
that time, demand for housing was high. Since much of the region was not been able to keep up with the rate of demand for housing, available supply has been limited. This limited supply
has had a direct influence on the cost of housing and the median price of homes peaked in 2005. 2005. Housing price appreciation has since cooled with the recession. This trend is predicted
to continue as unemployment and foreclosures also continue to rise and limited financing available. Tables B-9 through B-11 provide a summary of housing price trends in Chula Vista.
Table B-9 RESALE SINGLE-FAMILY HOME PRICE TRENDS CHULA VISTA 2005-2010 Location ZIP Code Median Price 2005 ($) Median Price 2010 ($) Percentage Change (%) Chula Vista (north) 91910 $560,000
$325,000 -42% Chula Vista (south) 91911 $504,000 $270,000 -46% East Lake-Otay Ranch 91913 $628,000 $380,000 -39% Chula Vista (northeast) 91914 $718,000 $500,000 -30% Chula Vista (southeast)
91915 $620,000 $390,000 -37% Source: DataQuick Information Systems/Union Tribune
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-29 3.3 Construction and Land Costs Construction costs are primarily determined by the cost of materials and labor, but are also influenced by market
demands and market-based changes in the cost of materials. Costs of materials rose dramatically between 2004-2006. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the overall cost of residential construction materials rose 22 percent between 2005-206, with steel costs increasing 63 percent and the cost of cement increasing 27 percent. With the
economic downturn, the price of construction materials began to decrease and then leveling out in the last year. The cost of construction depends on the type of unit being built and
on the quality of the product being produced. Garden style apartments typically provide significant housing supply for low and moderate income families. Based upon pro-forma modeling,
the new construction of a 50 unit garden apartment Table B-10 RESALE CONDOMINIUM HOME PRICE TRENDS CHULA VISTA 2005-2010 Location ZIP Code Median Price 2005 ($) Median Price 2010 ($)
Percentage Change (%) 04-05 Chula Vista (north) 91910 $390,000 $165,000 -58% Chula Vista (south) 91911 $350,000 $135,000 -61% East Lake-Otay Ranch 91913 $399,000 $210,000 -47% Chula
Vista (northeast) 91914 $438,500 $217,000 -51% Chula Vista (southeast) 91915 $444,000 $235,000 -47% Source: DataQuick Information Systems/Union Tribune Table B-11 NEW SINGLE-FAMILY/CONDOMINIUM
HOME PRICE TRENDS CHULA VISTA 2005-2010 Location ZIP Code Median Price 2005 ($) Median Price 2010 ($) Percentage Change (%) 04-05 Chula Vista (north) 91910 $351,500 $305,000 -13% Chula
Vista (south) 91911 $357,500 $257,500 -28% East Lake-Otay Ranch 91913 $465,500 $360,000 -23% Chula Vista (northeast) 91914 $745,000 $598,000 -20% Chula Vista (southeast) 91915 $602,250
$350,000 -42% Note: price trends do not indicate product type, which may influence the cost of housing units. Source: DataQuick Information Systems/Union Tribune
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-30 City of Chula Vista General Plan development in San Diego County would cost approximately $12.9 million ($258,000 per unit or approximately $275
a square foot) in 2011 dollars. At these costs, it would require a monthly rent of $1,960 per unit to break even with the costs of development. Affordable rent at 50-60 percent of the
area median income would be approximately $850 a month. The difference in what a very low and low income household could afford to pay and what it would cost support the development
is $1,110 a month. Given the financing gap, it is infeasible to produce such housing for very low and low income families without significant subsidies. Most new apartments are therefore,
beyond the affordability of low income households without doubling up in units or overpaying in rent. 3.4 Financing Mortgage interest rates have a large influence over the affordability
of housing. Higher interest rates increase a homebuyer’s monthly payment and decreases the range of of housing that a household can afford. Lower interest rates result in a lower cost
and lower payments for the homebuyer. Typically when interest rates rise the market compensates by decreasing housing prices. Similarly, when interest rates decrease, housing prices
begin to rise. Often times, there is a lag in the market. So when interest rates rise, housing prices continue to stay high until the market can catch up. It is this period when it is
the most difficult for lower-income households to purchase a home. Interest rates are determined by national policies and economic conditions, and there is little that local governments
can do to affect these rates.
Figure B-2 shows interest rates have generally fallen since the 1980s and hitting all time lows in 2011. In the 1980s, mortgage rates were in the double-digits, hitting a high of 16.63%.
Mortgage rates started to see a drop in the 1990’s, where it started at approximately 10 percent in 1990 and then hovered at 7.5% from 1993 to 1999. By the new century, the average mortgage
rate began to decrease even more, with rates falling below 6 percent in 2003. Rates continued to decline and averaged 4.6 percent in 2011.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-31 Figure B-2 02468 10 12 14 National Average Contract Mortgage Rate Source: Federal Housing Finance Board's Monthly Interest Rate Survey, National
Average Contract MortgageRate In looking at homeownership rates, they are consistent with the rise and fall of interest rates. From 1990 through the mid 1990’s, the overall U.S. homeownership
rate has remained at 64 percent. Since the 1990’s, homeownership rates have increased to a peak in 2004 at 69.2 percent. As would be expected, as interest rates have decreased, Chula
Vista and the nation saw an unprecedented increase in housing prices between 1997 and 2005. Given federal tax policy (exemption of housing from capital gains) favoring housing as an
investment, historically low interest rates, lax lending standards resulting from the deregulation of banking, and speculative fever, enthusiasm for homeownership remained high despite
the escalating price. In the early 2000’s, the trend of lowered lending standards and low mortgage interest rates made loans more readily available to a larger pool of potential buyers.
With low interest rates, “creative” financing (for example, zero down, interest payment only, adjustable loans), and predatory lending practices (for example, aggressive marketing, hidden
fees, negative amortization), many households nationwide were able to purchase homes. Assuming interest rates would remain low and home values would continue to rise, many households
took on riskier loans thinking that they would be able to refinance at a future point in time. As a result of an increase in interest rates, expiration of short-term fixed rates, and
decline in sales prices that started in 2006, many homeowners were unable to refinance and make payments on their home mortgages. By 2007, the nation saw an emergence of Sub-Prime mortgage
loan losses. With foreclosures mounting, housing prices have dropped but yet financing remains limited due to more conservative underwriting standards.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-32 City of Chula Vista General Plan To address the impacts on communities from the increase on foreclosed and abandoned properties, the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development introduced the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). The City of Chula Vista has received NSP funds to assist low and moderate income households
purchase foreclosed or abandoned properties. Through a revolving loan fund of $1.5 million in NSP funds, approximately $800,000 in HOME funds, and a transfer of an inclusionary household,
in 2010, forty seven (47) households were pre-committed in funds with eight (8) of these households becoming first-time homebuyers. With lower housing prices and low interest rates,
homeownership is still attainable for some. As shown in Table B-13, Chula Vista home loan approval percentage (66 percent) was on par with the County (67 percent). The percentage of
denied home improvement loans was slightly higher in Chula Vista (31 percent) than for the County (19 19 percent). Table B-12 DISPOSITION OF HOME LOANS CHULA VISTA Loan Type No. of Applications
Chula Vista Approved Denied Withdrawn/Incomplete Chula Vista County Chula Vista Chula Vista Mortgages – FHA, VA 2,786 74% 74% 13% 14% Mortgages – Conventional 1,637 68% 71% 17% 15% Refinancing
5,732 63% 65% 19% 17% Home Improvement 216 58% 57% 31% 11% TOTAL APPLICATIONS 10,371 66% 67% 20% 14% Source: Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) 2010 Data
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX B Page AB-33 FIGURE B-3 Approved Home Loans by Chula Vista Area As Figure B-3 shows, the number of approved home loans for Southwestern Chula Vista was lower
in each loan type category; FHA and VA mortgages, conventional mortgages, refinancing, and most dramatically lower in home improvement loans.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-1 OVERVIEW: HOUSING RESOURCES This section evaluates the potential opportunities for various types of residential development for all income levels
and energy and water conservation within such developments. The analysis primarily looks at development that could occur based upon the Chula Vista General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
More specifically, this section discusses the following: ?? An inventory of available vacant and underutilized land for residential development to accommodate the City’s Regional Share
Goals; ?? Opportunities for homeless shelter and transitional housing; ?? An inventory of assisted housing units and efforts to preserve; and ?? Opportunities for energy and water conservation.
1.0 Opportunities for development in the City include vacant and underutilized residential sites.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-2 City of Chula Vista General Plan LAND AVAILABILTY State Housing Element Law mandates that a jurisdiction must show that it has adequate sites that
will be made available through appropriate zoning and development standards and with the required public services and facilities for a variety of housing types and incomes. This evaluation
of adequate sites represents a planning goal and not a goal for the actual production of housing within the five-year period. The City must demonstrate that it has the capacity, or adequate
sites, to accommodate the projected need for housing. The projected need for housing used for this evaluation is defined as the City’s share of the region’s housing needs for 2005-2010.
2.1 Regional Housing Needs Assessment 2010-2020 State Housing Element Law requires that each jurisdiction, in preparing its Housing Element, develop local housing programs designed to
meet its share of existing and future regional housing needs for all income groups. This requirement ensures that each jurisdiction accepts responsibility for the housing needs of its
current and anticipated future residents, particularly lower-income households, and plans for a variety of housing choices. A Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) prepared by SANDAG
in October 2011 for the period beginning January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2020 (an 11 year period) identifies Chula Vista’s share of the region’s housing needs as 12,861 new housing units.
To determine the regional housing needs for the 2013-2020 planning period, the needs are adjusted by the actual number of units constructed from January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2012,
a total of housing units. Based upon this adjustment, the regional housing needs for the 2013-2020 period is 11,315 housing units, with 49 percent allocated for lower income households.
2.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-3 Table C-1 provides a summary of the revised RHNA construction objectives: Table C-1 NEW HOUSING CONSTRUCTION OBJECTIVES 2010-2020 Housing Unit Description
Very Low Low Moderate Above Moderate Total Units Constructed from January 1, 2010 to Dec 31, 2012 2010 Units Constructed 518 Landings II4 28 113 2 143 Unrestricted/Market Rate Housing
375 375 2011 Units Constructed 729 Mosiac at Lomas Verdes 2 3 21 21 Rosina Vista (OTR V2) 14 14 250 278 Unrestricted/Market Rate Housing 430 430 TOTAL UNITS CONSTRUCTED 2010-20111 28
127 37 1,354 1,546 RHNA New Construction Objectives 2010-2020 3,209 2,439 2,257 4,956 12,861 REVISED NEW CONSTRUCTION OBJECTIVES 3,181 2,312 2,220 3,602 11,315 32% 23% 23% 41% 100% Notes:
1 To be used as credit toward achieving housing element quantified objectives through 2010. Current RHNA is an 11 year planning period and construction achievements from January 2010
through December 2011 can be counted as credit in achieving new construction objectives. 2 Affordability levels were determined based upon initial sales prices from FASTWeb at fastweb.firstam.com
and initial rental rates from Apartment Ratings at www.apartmentrratings.com, unless otherwise noted. 3. Affordability levels determined by the initial maximum sales price/rent including:
(1) Very-Low: <$118,160/<$842, (2) Low: $137,920/$1,011, (3) Moderate: $270,000/$1,853, (4) Above Moderate: >$270,000/>$1,853 for a 2bedroom unit. 4 Affordability levels for the Lanndings
II project were developed using Mortgage Revenue Bonds (MRB) and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Source: City of Chula Vista Development Services Department, 2011
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-4 City of Chula Vista General Plan Ext Low 14% Very Low 14% Low 20% Moderate 20% Above Moderate 32% Figure C -I CHULA VISTA'S RHNA GOALS BY INCOME
CATEGORY 2013-2020 Source: Regional Housing Needs Assessment, SANDAG 2011 As required by State Housing Law, the City must plan for its share of the region’s new housing needs in all
four income categories by identifying an adequate supply of land zoned at the appropriate density levels to accommodate each income category. The RHNA goals do not represent a requirement
for actual housing production, but rather seek to ensure the City has, or plans to add, zoning capacity to accommodate new housing growth. To address the City’s needs for very low-and
low-income housing, Chula Vista must demonstrate that it has an adequate supply of land for higher density housing (30 or more dwelling units per acre). Although zoning land for higher
density development does not guarantee the construction of housing that is affordable to low-and moderate-income families, without such higher density zoning, the opportunity to use
subsidies and implement affordable housing programs for such families is diminished.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-5 2.2 Capacity to Meet Regional Share Goals Due to the diverse nature of eastern and western Chula Vista, the analysis of available sites for housing
has been customized to each area. Most of the vacant land is located in eastern Chula Vista and will be developed under the Planned Community (PC) Zone. These Master Plan communities
have the capacity to accommodate 17,027 dwelling units as shown in Table C-2. The City of Chula Vista General Plan Land Use and Transportation Element identifies six residential land
use designations. The availability of land suited to accommodate the various income levels is based upon the allowed density. Table C-2 GENERAL PLAN RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
Income Level Land Use Designations Density Very Low & Low Urban Core Residential 27.1 to 60 units per acre Moderate High Residential 18.1 to 27 units per acre Medium High Residential
11.1 to 18 units per acre Above Moderate Medium Residential 6.1 to 11 units per acre Low-Medium Residential 3.1 to 6 units per acre Low Residential 0 to 3 units per acre 2.2.1 Availability
of Sites in Eastern Chula Vista Table C-2 lists the currently remaining residential development capacity on available vacant land sites within eastern Chula Vista master planned communities
in accordance with the associated General Plan gross density classifications. As can be seen, approximately half (48%) of the 17,027 total units will be high density, followed by 18
percent medium-high, 8 percent medium, 21 percent low-medium, and 5 percent low density residential. As discussed below, since all of these areas have been subject to varying levels
of subsequent planning, these gross densities have been refined, and actual development on individual sites is occurring at somewhat higher net density levels. Figure C-1 presents a
key map showing the location of each of the master planned communities listed on Table C-2, and Figures C-2 through C-10 present the Site Utilization Plans from the associated General
Plan Development Plan (GDP) or Sectional Planning Area (SPA) Plans that depict the specific residential development sites and their new densities.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-6 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table C-2 has been divided into the following three subsets to reflect the level of entitlements and status of implementation:
?? Approved General Development Plan (GDP) – The GDP reflects a refinement of the City’s General Plan, and is the first tier zoning plan for lands within the City’s Planned Community
(P-C) zone classification. The GDP is essentially a bubble-type land use plan indicating the intended locations, acreages and densities for various land use types, along with primary
circulation routes. In order to be implemented, a SPA Plan must be processed followed by subdivision maps, design review and ultimately building permits. Based on typical processing
time frames, projects with approved GDP status have the potential to commence construction within a 3 to 4-year time frame. ?? Approved or in-process Sectional Planning Area (SPA) Plan
– The SPA Plan effectively serves as the tailored zoning document for the particular master planned project. It identifies specific development sites, land use types and densities, and
associated property development standards. Typically, a subdivision map and/or design review are necessary prior to building permits. Projects with approved SPA Plans will typically
commence construction within an 18-month to 3-year window, and these projects will complete housing units within the timeframe of this Housing Element. ?? Developments Being Implemented
– This includes projects that have achieved SPA and subdivision map approvals, and are actively under construction. Building permit activity changes daily, and these projects will be
fully completed within the timeframe of this Housing Element.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-7 Table C-3 MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION REMAINING CAPACITY 2011 Project Low 0-3 du/ac Low – Med 3-6 du/ac Med 6-11 du/ac Med
– High 11-18 du/ac High 18-27+ du/ac Totals APPROVED GDP OR Village 4 453 453 OR Village 8 East 635 293 928 OR Planning Area 12 EUC 200 533 2,260 2,993 Birch Patrick Estates 128 128
IN-PROGRESS SPA OR GDP OR Village 8 West 331 290 530 899 2,050 OR Village 9 105 161 792 2942 4000 DEVELOPMENTS BEING IMPLEMENTED OR Village 2 64 610 571 772 289 2,306 OR Village 6 62
62 OR Village 7 13 411 297 721 OR Village 11 7 120 62 47 236 Eastlake Greens 118 118 Eastlake Woods & Vistas 29 1 121 427 578 Rolling Hills Ranch 114 114 Bella Lago 68 68 San Miguel
Ranch 37 138 175 TOTALS: 403 2,192 1,753 3,400 7,182 14,930 Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning Department, 2011
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-8 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-1
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-9 Figure C-2
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-10 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-3
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-11 F igure C-4
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-12 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-5
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-13 Figure C-6
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-14 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-7
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C AC-15 Figure C-8
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-16 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-9
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C AC-17 Figure C-10
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-18 City of Chula Vista General Plan The eastern Chula Vista area provides for significant development potential for market rate units, as indicated
by the density standards indicated in Table C-2. Although a significant level of market rate units can be accommodated in the eastern area, the City of Chula Vista desires an equitable
distribution of affordable housing throughout the City. To provide for this, the City initiated an inclusionary requirement for all development exceeding 50 dwelling units. The City
requires all projects of 50 or more units to provide ten percent of the housing for low-and moderate-income household, with five percent affordable to low-income households. It is the
master planned communities, as shown in Table C-2, which are primarily affected by this requirement. Based upon existing approved projects, approved maps and inclusionary requirements
for development in the eastern Chula Vista area, it is estimated that approximately 2,116 units will be guaranteed as affordable for very low-, low-and moderate-income households upon
buildout of master planned communities in eastern Chula Vista. Table C-3 provides a summary of affordable units within master planned communities. The location of these affordable units
are shown in Figure C-11.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C AC-19 Table C-4 MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS Project Very Lowincome Lowincome Modincome Total Affordable Units Total Residential
Capacity 2011 APPROVED GDP 1 OR Village 4 23 23 46 453 OR Village 8 East 46 46 92 928 OR Planning Area 12 EUC 149 149 298 2,993 Birch Patrick Estates 6 6 12 128 APPROVED OR IN-PROGRESS
SPA OR Village 8 West 8 8 16 158 OR Village 9 200 200 4,000 DEVELOPMENTS BEING IMPLEMENTED OR Village 2 115 115 230 2,306 OR Village 7 36 58 72 721 TOTALS: 0 583 583 766 11,687 Notes:
(1) Development assumes implementation of City’s Inclusionary Policy of 5% Low and 5% Moderate for 50 or more units. Source: City of Chula Vista, Development Services Department, 2011
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-20 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-11
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C AC-21 2.2.2 Availability of Sites Outside of Master Planned Communities Future intensification opportunities are primarily in the eastern portion of the City
within the Master Planned Communities. Opportunities outside of Master Planned Communities are primarily in western Chula Vista which encompasses the older, mostly developed portion
of the City. When looking at Western Chula Vista, the discussion is segmented into three parts: vacant land capacity, infill/intensification of developed properties under current zoning,
and the “focused areas of change” whose development capacities were increased in the 2005 General Plan Update. Vacant Lands Vacant residential land that is not within a master planned
community comprises 57.22 acres. A development potential of 366 dwelling units is estimated for these vacant lands. Figures C-12 and C-13 indicate the location of vacant or underutilized
residential land within the City that are more specifically listed in Attachment A to this Appendix. Any of the properties zoned for single-family development could be processed at any
time through a building permit. Those zoned for multi-family could be processed similarly, along with a design review application.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-22 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-12
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-23 Figure C-13
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-24 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table C-5 identifies the development capacity of those vacant or underutilized lands within Western Chula Vista.
Table C-5 VACANT LANDS CITYWIDE-CHULA VISTA General Plan/Zoning Acres of Vacant Land Estimated Units Residential Estate (up to 3 du/ac) – RE Zone 13.74 28 dwelling units Single-Family
Residential (up to 11 du/ac) – R1 Zone 36.73 191 dwelling units B bOne-and Two-Family Residential (up to 18 du/ac) – R2 Zone 2.40 14 dwelling units Multi-Family Residential (up to 27
du/ac) – R3 Zone 4.35 133 dwelling units Total 57.22acres 366 dwelling units Source: City of Chula Vista, 2011 Infill/Intensification Under Existing Zoning In addition to vacant lands,
there are also a number of properties zoned today for higher residential densities but are under-built. To determine the infill capacity of these units, each parcel was evaluated based
on existing built units, compared to allowable zoning capacity per the Zoning Code. The net difference reflects the infill capacity potential based on existing land entitlements. The
City of Chula Vista understands that this total infill capacity is unlikely to be fully met, and this potential is therefore not reflected in the capacity analysis shown in Table C-9.
As reflected in Table C-6, a development potential of 3,712 additional units exist on those properties. A comprehensive summary of these potential infill/intensification units is provided
in Appendix H.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-25 Table C-6 INFILL/INTENSIFICATION POTENTIAL BY EXISTING ZONING Zoning Acres of Underutilized Land Potential Infill Capacity R-1 Zone 312.80 1,182
R-2 Zone 24.52 89 R-3 Zone 119.51 2,373 R-E Zone 26.66 33 RV-15 Zone 3.81 35 CC Zone 52.10 0 Total 539.40acres 3,712 Infill units Notes: Refer to Appendix J for a detailed summary of
methodology and listing of sites. Source: City of Chula Vista, 2011 Focused Areas of Change The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies the City’s desire to increase urban vitality
and pursue infill/redevelopment for the western Chula Vista Area to enhance its emergence as a dynamic hub of south San Diego County. To this end, the City has made significant revisions
to the General Plan Land Use Element to allow for residential and mixed use development in the City’s key corridor and activity centers, identified as “focused areas of change.” The
Land Use Element distributes more intensive residential and mixed use development to these designated areas where higher density and higher intensity development will establish mixed
use urban environments that are oriented to transit and pedestrian activity. ?? General Plan Update – One of the major General Plan Land Use Element changes was to add new land use classifications
including Mixed-Use Residential and Urban Core Residential, whose allowable gross densities range from 28-60 dwelling units/acre in order to promote compact development and aid future
affordability. Given the broad nature of General Plans, the identification and analysis of associated future residential and other development capacity was conducted at a “district”
level. Figures C-14 and C-15 show the names and locations of each of those districts (within the Northwest and Southwest Planning Areas respectively), along with the net additional residential
capacities within each. Table C-7 identifies the densities associated with that capacity.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-26 City of Chula Vista General Plan Given that the street grid is already established in western Chula Vista, the capacities in Table C-7 were based
largely on new land area, and multiplied by maximum densities of 28, 40 or 60 dwelling units per acre dependant upon the district. This approach also enabled better identification of
cumulative potential public facility and service demands and environmental impacts. In the case of Mixed-Use areas, yields were calculated using only that portion of the area assumed
for residential development. As General Plan level densities, these are assumed as an average across the district, and it is possible through subsequent zoning that individual projects
on particular sites may exceed these. ?? Urban Core Specific Plan – Consistent with the vision and densities of the 2005 General Plan, the City has adopted the Urban Core Specific Plan
(UCSP) that establishes the zoning, development standards, and design guidelines necessary for development to proceed within the Urban Core area. Figure C-16 shows the zoning districts
affecting properties within the Urban Core. Table C-7 summarizes the more intensive zoning standards what will allow the General Plan densities to be realized. Palomar Gateway Specific
Plan (PGSP) –Currently the City is sponsoring the development of the Palomar Gateway Specific Plan (PGSP) (Figure C-17) that includes a Mixed-Use Transit Focus Area (TFA) directly west
of the Palomar Trolley Station, higher residential intensity, a neighborhood park and retail to the south of the TFA. The goal of the PGSP is to provide for additional housing and mixed-uses
that take advantage of a major transit station within walking distance of residents. Additional zoning actions will be needed to realize full General Plan densities on limited parcels
within the Urban Core subarea. It is anticipated that these follow up actions will occur within the next 3-5 years. With regard to estimated housing production in western Chula Vista
within this Element’s timeframe, a thorough land use analysis was conducted as part of the General Plan Update process to evaluate the development potential for these focus areas of
change. The methodology utilized to conduct this analysis included the evaluation of infrastructure availability, current market interest in high-density residential development, recent
development applications and the existence of older commercial developments that currently are inconsistent with market demands.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-27 Table C-7 WESTERN CHULA VISTA PLANNING AREAS DEVELOPMENT CAPACITIES1 District/Focus Area Density Range Potential 27 du/ac 30 du/ac 40-60 Units2
du/ac 60-115 du/ac Northwest Planning Area E Street Visitor 1,252 H Street Gateway 219 844 Mid-Broadway 538 H Street Office 1,412 Downtown Third Ave. 1,122 Lower Sweetwater 34 units
at 6 du/ac TOTAL 219 5,168 5,421 units Southwest Planning Area Palomar Gateway 700 600 South Broadway 224 South Third Avenue 1,116 TOTAL 700 1,340 600 2,640 units Bayfront Planning Area
Bayfront 1,500 TOTAL 1,500 1,500 units Notes: 1 Planning Areas are defined in the City of Chula Vista General Plan, Chula Vista Vision 2020, adopted December 2005. 2 Potential units
represent aggregate development potential and considers new land use designations and existing development with each Planning Area. Source: City of Chula Vista, 2005 & 2011
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-28 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-14
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-29 Figure C-15
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-30 City of Chula Vista General Plan Figure C-16
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-31 2.2.3 Comparison of RHNA Housing Need to Development Capacity A comparison of existing RHNA need to future development capacity of residential land
provides an indication of Chula Vista’s ability to provide adequate sites to meet the projected housing need over the 2010-2020 planning period. Consistent with HCD’s guidelines, appropriate
densities based on RHNA affordability levels area as follows: ?? Very Low-and low-income: Minimum of 30 dwelling units/acre ?? Moderate-income: 11 to 30 dwelling units/acre ?? Above
moderate-income: Market Rate Units In comparing the RHNA need versus the capacity of the City of Chula Vista’s current land use policy, Table C-9 provides a summary of development capacity,
based on affordability levels. Table C-8 ADJUSTED RHNA HOUSING NEED1 VS. DEVELOPMENT CAPACITY2 Affordability Level Adjusted RHNA Units Density Range Estimated Development Capacity3 Extremely
Low, Very Low and Low 5,493 30+ dwelling units/acre 10,440 units Moderate4 3,320 11-30 dwelling units/acre 12,313 units Above Moderate 3,602 Up to 11 dwelling units/acre 5,816 units
Total 11,315 28,569 units
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-32 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table C-8 ADJUSTED RHNA HOUSING NEED1 VS. DEVELOPMENT CAPACITY2 Notes: 1 RHNA need includes credits for performance
achieved from January 2003 to June 2005. 2 Development capacity includes all estimated units in four Planning Areas for densities exceeding 30 dwelling units/acre. 3 Assumes total estimated
development potential for units in eastern Chula Vista planned communities per the existing and planned affordable projects, as identified in Table C-3 Affordability levels determined
by zoning classification and/or actual unit mix for approved or in-process affordable developments. Excludes Infill potential Analysis as shown in Table C-6. 4 Assumes 5% of units zoned
“high” density shall be developed as moderate-income units per City’s inclusionary housing policy. Source: City of Chula Vista, 2005 & 2011 2.3 Availability of Public Services and Facilities
At the core of the City of Chula Vista’s Growth Management Program, lie Threshold Standards imposed to assure adequate infrastructure and services are in place as development occurs,
and to control the rate of growth. Therefore, prior to the approval of future residential development, the provision of adequate infrastructure is a required finding. Chula Vista currently
has adequate public services and facilities to serve all new residential development that may occur throughout the City. Additionally, fees are collected for new and infill development
to maintain Threshold Standards.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-33 FINANCIAL RESOURCES Chula Vista has access
to a variety of existing and potential funding sources available for affordable housing activities. The following section describes the key local, state, County and federal resources
currently used in Chula Vista to fund affordable housing programs as well as social and community development activities within the city. 3.1 Federal Resources Federal resources available
to support development, rehabilitation, and subsidy of affordable and foreclosed housing in Chula Vista include: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds The CDBG program provides
funds for community development activities. The program is flexible in that the funds can be used for a range of activities. The eligible activities include, but are not limited to,
acquisition and/or disposition of real estate or property, public facilities and improvements, relocation, rehabilitation of housing, homeownership assistance, and clearance activities.
Approximately $1,813,779 in CDBG funds was approved for the 2010-2011 fiscal year for housing and community development activities. Current programs and activities supported that provide
assistance to households needing affordable housing, specifically households with special needs, include: ?? Shared housing services; ?? Landlord tenant assistance; ?? Fair housing services;
and, ?? Street improvements in low income residential neighborhoods. HOME Funds The HOME Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) program is a flexible grant program, which is awarded to the
City on a formula basis for housing activities and takes into account local market conditions, inadequate housing, poverty, and housing production costs. Its purpose is to expand the
supply of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing for very-low and low-income families and households. Eligible activities include acquisition, construction, reconstruction and/or
rehabilitation of affordable rental or for-sale housing. Tenant based rental assistance, property acquisition, site improvements, and other expenses relation to the provision of affordable
housing and/or special needs housing may also qualify under the HOME program. The City of Chula Vista has 3.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-34 City of Chula Vista General Plan approximately $877,482 available during FY2011-12 through the HOME program. In the recent past, HOME funds have
been used to fund the following services: ?? New construction of rental housing; ?? Down payment assistance; and, ?? Tenant based rental assistance. Emergency Shelter Grants. This federally
funded program is for use by states, metropolitan cities, and urban counties for the rehabilitation or conversion of buildings for use as emergency shelters and for homeless prevention
activities. The City of Chula Vista received approximately $87,827 for the FY2010-11. The City provides funding to South Bay Community Services and its operation and services of emergency
housing. Neighborhood Stabilization Act The federal Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008 authorized the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to issue $7.5 billion in grants
and $7.5 billion in no-interest loans to states for the purchase, sale, and rehabilitation of vacant foreclosed homes. Of the total allocation, $20 to 50 million will be available for
disbursement throughout California by the State Department of Housing and Community Development. Approximately $2,830,000 million was allocated to Chula Vista. The table below identifies
the distribution of original allocation of NSP funds, and the intended use of an approximate amount of $2,000,000 in projected revenue: Table C-9 Neighborhood Stabilization Program Funds
Activity Targeted Uses Original Grant Allocation Program Income Total Allocation Administration (up to 10% NSP Allocation) Program administration and on-going monitoring $283,008 $100,000
$383,008 Assist in the Purchase and Rehabilitation of foreclosed properties for rental housing Households at or below 50% of Area Median Income $1,000,000 $750,000 $1,750,000 Down Payment
and Closing Cost Assistance & Acquisition/Rehabilitation/Resell program to assist first time homebuyers to purchase foreclosed properties Households earning at or below 120% of Area
Median Income $1,547,064 $1,150,000 ($762,859 already expended) $2,697,064 Total Allocation $2,830,072 $2,000,000 $4,830,072
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-35 Mortgage Credit Certificate Program The Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, authorized by Congress in the Tax Reform Act of 1984, provides financial
assistance to "First time homebuyers" for the purchase of new or existing singlefamily home. In 1985, the State adopted legislation authorizing local agencies, such as San Diego County,
to make Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCCs) available. San Diego County MCC authority can be used in all cities as well as the unincorporated areas of the county. Chula Vista continues
to participate with the County of San Diego and other cities to issue and renew Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC) to qualified first-time low-and moderate-income homebuyers. Firsttime
homebuyers are referred by the City’s Housing Division to the County. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period 62 households became new homeowners in Chula Vista utilizing the MCC
program which entitled them to take a federal income tax credit of fifteen to twenty percent (15% to 20%) of the annual interest they pay on their home mortgage and increasing their
qualified maximum loan amount. 4.2 State and Local Resources There are a variety of state and local resources that have been used for housing development and rehabilitation for homeowners
and renters as well as community development programs. Some of the resources detailed in Table C-x, Financial Resources for Housing Activities, have been used by the City of Chula Vista
to expand affordable housing opportunities in the City. With the dissolution of redevelopment in February 2012 and shrinking of governmental funds, fewer resources will be available
in the future to accomplish the Housing goals, policies and programs set forth in this Housing Element. Two of those resources are described in more detail below. Redevelopment Set-Aside
Funds Previously, Redevelopment Agencies were required to direct a minimum of 20 percent of all gross tax increment revenues generated within its Project Areas to a separate fund to
be used exclusively for the preservation, improvement, and expansion of the low and moderate income housing supply within the community. Redevelopment Set-Aside funds represented the
primary funding source for local jurisdictions to provide for affordable housing for low and moderate income households within their community. On an annual basis, approximately $3 million
was deposited by Chula Vista’s Redevelopment Agency into the Low-Moderate Income Housing Fund for eligible housing activities. In accordance with AB X1 26, as of February 1, 2012, redevelopments
agencies in California are dissolved and revenues were returned to the State of California through successor agencies. Any unencumbered funds in the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund
as of February 1, 2012, approximately $5 million, were provided to the County for distribution to the taxing agencies as property tax in accordance with State Law (Section 34176).
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-36 City of Chula Vista General Plan The Housing Authority, as a successor housing agency, anticipates receiving repayment on any loans outstanding
from the Low and Moderate Income Housing Set-Aside funds. Loan repayments total approximately $5 million. Loans provided for the development of the affordable housing developments will
be repaid as stipulated within the associated loan agreements and are expected to be paid over the life of the loans, typically 55 years. Loan repayments will be used by the Housing
Authority to enforce and monitor existing terms and conditions associated with the loan and to create new housing opportunities as funds allow. Table C-10 HOUSING FUND REVENUES – LOAN
REPAYMENTS 2013-2020 Project Name/Debt Obligation Description Total Outstanding Debt/Obligation Payment Due LMIHF Loan for SERAF Loan to Agency for SERAF 4,310,013 No schedule for repayment
Cordova Village Residual receipts loan for 40 unit rental housing 478,280 2052 Harvest Ridge Residual receipts loan for 91 unit rental housing 1,477,491 2058 Los Vecinos Residual receipts
loan for 41 unit rental housing 5,680,000 2064 Brisa del Mar Residual receipts loan for 106 unit rental housing 1,500,000 2060 Landings II Residual receipts loan for 141 unit rental
housing 4,000,000 2065 Park Village Loan for 28 unit rental housing 350,000 2021 Rancho Buena Vista Residual receipts loan for 150 unit rental housing 1,000,000 2060 SBCS-Trans Housing
Residual receipts loan for 1 unit rental housing 51,100 No schedule for repayment Silvercrest Loan for 74 unit rental housing 275,250 2015 St. Regis Residual receipts loan for 119 unit
rental housing 1,387,152 2053 Sunrose Residual receipts loan for 180 unit rental housing 2,922,509 2058 Town Center Manor Residual receipts loan for 40 unit rental housing 744,291 No
schedule for repayment Trolley Terrace Residual receipts loan for 40 unit rental housing 373,000 2054 TOTAL $24,549,086
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-37 Table C-11 summarizes other available resources to achieve the housing goals, objectives, policies, and program actions in this Housing Element.
Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible Activities Local Resources City/Agency Owned Land If available and appropriate,
the City of Redevelopment Agency may utilize owned land for housing development • Housing • Community Facilities San Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) Program The San
Diego Regional Mortgage Credit Certificate Program allows qualified firsttime homebuyers to reduce their federal income tax by up to 20 percent of the annual interest paid on a mortgage
loan. An MCC may only be used to purchase single-family detached homes, condominiums, and townhomes. • Homebuyer Assistance State Resources CHFA California Housing Finance Agency CHFA
sells tax-exempt bonds to provide below-market loans to first time homebuyers. Program is operated via participating lenders that originate loans purchased by CHFA • Homebuyer Assistance
LIHTC Low Income Housing Tax Credit Tax credits available to individuals and corporations that invest in low-income rental housing. Tax credits are sold to corporations and people with
high tax liability, of which the proceeds are utilized for housing development • Rehabilitation • New Construction • Acquisition Tax Credit for Low-Income Rental Housing Program Provides
tax credits for owners of or investors in low-income rental housing. Tax credits are available for use of 10-year period. Tax credits are typically sold to investors to help finance
initial development of a project • New Construction • Rehabilitation
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-38 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible
Activities Acquisition and Rehabilitation A component of the Multi-family Housing Program. Acquisition and rehabilitation of existing affordable rental housing. Priority is given to
projects currently subject to regulatory restrictions that may be terminated. • Acquisition Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Long-Term Loans • Rent Subsidies CHFADownpayment Assistance
Program (CHDAP) Provides deferred-payment loan for 3 % of purchase price or appraised value, which ever is less to be used for down payment of closing costs. • Downpayment Assistance
CHFA Affordable Housing Partnership Program (AHPP) Provides below market rate mortgages to qualified low-income, first-time homebuyers who also receive direct financial assistance from
their local government, such as downpayment assistance or closing cost assistance. • Acquisition Loans • Long-Term Loans Cal-Vet Home Loan Program Program provides low downpayment (2%)
below market interest rates to qualified active duty personnel and veterans. Financing through bond funding at no cost to the tax payer. 1% loan origination fee paid by buyer or seller.
• Acquisition Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Long-Term Loans CalHome Program Grants to local public agencies and nonprofit developers to assist individual households through deferred-payment
loans; direct, forgivable loans to assist development projects involving multiple ownership units, including single-family subdivisions. • Grants • Construction/Rehab Loans • Acquisition
Loans CalPers Member Home Loan Program Offers eligible CalPers members a variety of benefits in purchasing or refinancing a home. • Acquisition Loans • Downpayment Assistance • Long-Term
Loans Emergency Housing Assistance Program Provides funds for acquisition, construction, or rehabilitation of sites for emergency shelters and transitional housing for homeless persons.
• Acquisition Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Business Loans
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-39 Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible Activities Mobilehome Park Resident
Ownership Program Provides loans for preservation of affordable mobilehome parks by conversion from private ownership to ownership or control by resident organizations, non-profit housing
sponsors, or local public agencies. • Acquisition Loans • Long-Term Loans Predevelopment Loan Program Provides predevelopment loans for projects with five or more units of new construction,
acquisition or acquisition and rehab to non-profit sponsors. • New Rental Housing • Preservation of • Affordable Housing • Rehab of Apartments • Acquisition School Facility Fee Downpayment
Assistance Program This program may entitle you to direct down payment assistance if you are purchasing a newly constructed single family home in California. • Downpayment Assistance
Federal Resources CDBG Entitlement program that is award to the City on a formula basis. The objectives are to fund housing activities and expand economic opportunities. • Sec.108 loan
repayment • Historic preservation • Admin and Planning • Code Enforcement • Public Facilities Improvement • Housing Activities HOME Grant program for housing. Program intent is to expand
the supply of decent safe and sanitary affordable housing. HOME is designed as a partnership program between the federal, state, local governments, non-profit and for-profit housing
entities to finance, build/rehab and manage housing for lower income owners and renters • Multi-family Acquisition/Rehab • Single-Family • CHDO Assistance • Administration Section 8
Rental assistance program which provides a subsidy to very low-income families, individuals, seniors and the disabled. Participants pay a percentage of their adjusted income toward rent.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-40 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible
Activities Section 202 Grants to non-profit developers of supportive housing for the elderly Section 811 Grants to non-profit developers for supportive housing for persons with disabilities,
including group homes, independent living facilities and intermediate care facilities • New Rental Housing • Rehab of Apartments • Social Services • Acquisition • Group Homes/Congregate
Care Section 108 Loans Provides loan guarantee to CDBG entitlement jurisdictions for pursuing large capital improvement or other projects. The jurisdiction must pledge its future CDBG
allocations for loan repayment. Section 203 (k) Rehabilitation Mortgage Insurance Provides mortgage insurance for acquisition and rehab of 1-4 family houses for owner-occupants or investors.
Owneroccupants and non-profits pay 3% downpayment; investors' down payment is 4%, plus 15% in escrow until house is sold. • Acquisition Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Loan Guarantee
• Long-Term Loans 207/223(f) Mortgage Insurance for Purchase/Refinance Mortgage insurance for purchase or refinance of existing multifamily projects. • New Rental Housing Operation •
Administration • Acquisition 241(a) Rehabilitation Loans for Multifamily Projects Provides mortgage insurance for improvements, repairs, or additions to multi-family projects. • Rehab
of Apartments • Energy Conservation Continuum of Care for Homeless Persons Provides grants/rent assistance to assist the homeless through a combined NOFA for 3 programs: Supportive Housing,
Sec. 8 SRO, and Shelter Plus Care. These programs provide services and transitional or permanent housing for homeless persons. • Grants Rent Subsidies FDIC Affordable Housing Program
Sell homes and multifamily property to provide homes for very low-, low-and moderate-income households. • Grants
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-41 Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible Activities Fair Housing Initiatives
Program Provides grants for projects and activities that enforce and enhance Fair Housing Act compliance. Funding includes $ education and outreach, $ private enforcement, $and new or
existing fair housing organizations. • Grants Flexible Subsidy Program Provides operating assistance and capital improvement loans to federally-aided financially-troubled multifamily
housing projects. Some funding is set-aside for projects under the Low-Income Housing Preservation program. • Construction/Rehab Loans • Long-Term Loans John Heinz Neighborhood Development
Program Provides grants to non-profit community development organizations to leverage funds from local sources to implement neighborhood development projects, including development of
new housing and rehabbing existing housing. • Grants Sec. 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Provides capital grants and operating subsidies for supportive housing for the elderly.
• Grants • Rent Subsidies • Construction/Rehab • Loans • Long-Term Loans Private Resources Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) A variety of homebuyer assistance, rehab
assistance, minority assistance programs are available. • Homebuyer Assistance • Rehab Assistance • Minority Homeownership Assistance CCRC – California Community Reinvestment Corporation
Non-profit mortgage banking consortium that pools resources to reduce lender risk in finance of affordable housing. Provides long term debt financing for affordable multi-family rental
housing • New Construction • Rehabilitation • Acquisition FHLB – Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program Direct subsidies to non-profit and for-profit developers, and public
agencies for affordable low-income ownership and rental projects • New Construction • Expand Home Ownership to Lower Income Persons
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-42 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible
Activities Affordable Housing Financing Bank of America offers a large volume of traditional and special loan products to first time homebuyers, non-profit and for-profit corporations
and Public Housing Agencies. • Acquisition Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Downpayment Assistance • Equity Investment • Long-Term Loans • Predevelopment/Interim Finance • Technical
Assistance Alt 97 Mortgage Alternatives for Borrowers with Limited Cash for Down Payment • Acquisition Loans • Downpayment • Assistance Enterprise Mortgage Investments, Inc. Provides
reasonably-priced, long-term mortgages, streamlined processing and 90% loan to value to for-profit and nonprofit community organizations. EMI underwrites and services loans. • Acquisition
Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Long-Term Loans Community Reinvestment Act Loan Program Provides real estate construction financing, small business loans, consumer loans. • Acquisition
Loans • Business Loans • Predevelopment/Interim Finance • Construction/Rehab Loans Mercy Loan Fund Makes loans to non-profit housing developers for projects in which conventional financing
is not available or not affordable and promotes innovative and effective financing arrangements. • Acquisition Loans • Technical Assistance • Predevelopment/Interim Finance • Construction/Rehab
Loans • Long-Term Loans Multifamily Affordable Financing Program Originates construction/rehab/acquisition/bridge loans to finance qualified multifamily projects and subdivisions that
serve individuals earning 80% or less of area median income. • Acquisition Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Long-Term Loans
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-43 Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible Activities San Diego Housing Trust
Fund Provides low-interest loans to projects developing and preserving affordable housing, primarily as gap funds. • Acquisition Loans • Construction/Rehab Loans • Downpayment Assistance
• Equity Investment • Long-Term Loans • Predevelopment/Interim Finance Kresge Foundation Challenge grants for building construction or renovation projects, purchase of real estate, grants
generally to tax-exempt institutions. • Grants Affordable Housing Program Provides grants or subsidized interest rate loans for purchase, construction and/or rehabilitation of owner-occupied
housing by or for very low-, low-and moderateincome households and/or to finance the purchase, construction or rehabilitation of rental housing. • Construction/Rehab Loans • Grants •
Long-Term Loans • Technical Assistance BankAmerica Foundation Support for community development is the greatest priority for grant-making, emphasizing affordable housing, community economic
development and capacity building for organizations working in those fields. • Grants Downpayment Assistance Rebates Lender will rebate homeowners part of the real estate commission
paid to the selling agent • Acquisition • Mobile Home Park Purchase Assistance • New For-Sale Housing FHLB Affordable Housing Program Bank of America Community Development Bank sponsors
applications to the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) Affordable Housing Program for grants used in the development of qualified single-family and multi-family projects that serve individuals/families
with Section 8 vouchers. • New For-Sale Housing • New Rental Housing • Rehab of Apartments • Rehab of Owner-Occupied Housing • Acquisition
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-44 City of Chula Vista General Plan Table C-11 SUMMARY OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES CITY OF CHULA VISTA Program Description Eligible
Activities National Homebuyers Fund (MCC) and Platinum Program Mortgage Credit Certificate allows low-to moderate-income homebuyers to claim a credit for a portion of the mortgage interested
paid annually. The Platinum program provides down payment assistance in conjunction with the purchase of a primary residence in California. • Loans Source: California Department of Housing
and Community Development.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-45 SUSTAINABILITY & CONSERVATION The City of Chula Vista has been a nationally-recognized local government leader in promoting environmental sustainability
within its municipal operations and throughout the community. The City’s diverse sustainability initiatives include policies and programs focusing on energy and water conservation, materials
management and recycling, storm water pollution prevention, alternative transportation, habitat preservation, environmental education, and “green” economic development. These sustainability
initiatives, developed in partnership with other public agencies and local stakeholder groups, provide numerous community co-benefits such as utility savings, better air and water quality,
reduced traffic congestion, local job creation, and improved quality of life. The City’s Resource Conservation Commission provides a forum for ongoing public input and transparency for
the sustainability initiatives’ implementation as well. In particular, Chula Chula Vista has been successfully implementing a Climate Action Plan since the late 1990s to address the
threat of climate change to the local community. The Climate Action Plan, which originally was adopted by City Council in 2000, was updated in 2008 to include 7 additional climate “mitigation”
measures designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In 2011, these measures were complemented by 11 new climate “adaptation” strategies designed to reduce Chula Vista’s vulnerability
to expected local climate change impacts. The 18 total climate actions, which are outlined below, include measures to improve energy and water efficiency, expand renewable energy systems,
mitigate urban heat island effects, convert to more fuel efficient and alternative fuel vehicles, and design transit-friendly, walkable communities. These efforts also align with new
state legislation such as Assembly Bill 32 (Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006) and its companion bill, Senate Bill 375. # CLIMATE MITIGATION # CLIMATE ADAPTATION 1 100% Clean Municipal
Fleet 1 Cool Paving Standards 2 100% Clean City-Contracted Fleets 2 Shade Tree Policy 3 Business Energy Evaluations 3 Cool Roof Standards 4 Green Building Standards 4 Onsite Water Reuse
5 Home Energy Upgrades 5 Storm Water Prevention & Reuse 6 Smart Growth at Trolley Stations 6 Education & Wildfires 7 Turf Lawn Removal 7 Extreme Heat Plans ---------------8 Open Space
Management ---------------9 Wetlands Preservation 4.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-46 City of Chula Vista General Plan # CLIMATE MITIGATION # CLIMATE ADAPTATION ---------------10 Sea Level Rise Regulations ---------------11 Green
Economic Development Energy and water conservation are a core component to the City’s Climate Action Plan. Both resources are vital to maintaining and improving the community’s quality
of life and economic development. As outlined within the Housing Element, the City promotes the efficient use of energy and water to reduce long term operational costs of housing (see
HE Objective H-2). By reducing operational costs, housing becomes more affordable to the property owner and/or residents. The following programs are implemented by the City and/or its
regional partners to support the Housing Element’s sustainability goals: California Solar Initiative The California Public Utilities Commission is providing incentives to businesses,
nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and homeowners to help lower their energy costs, reduce their reliance on fossil fuel-fed power plants, and create a sustainable energy future
through the use of solar technology. This program funds both solar photovoltaics (PV), as well as solar thermal generating technologies. California Solar Initiative (CSI) – Solar Photovoltaic
The CSI-PV program offers incentives to San Diego Gas & Electric customers for installing solar photovoltaic systems on residential and commercial buildings. While the incentive varies
by building type and enrollment levels, the CSI-PV Program is designed to cover approximately 13 percent of the cost for a residential solar energy system. The CSI-PV program is administered
in the San Diego area by the California Center for Sustainable Energy. California Solar Initiative (CSI) -Thermal-Solar Water Heating The CSI-Thermal program offers cash rebates to San
Diego Gas and Electric customers of up to $1,875 for installing solar water heating systems on single-family homes and up to $500,000 on multi-family homes. Systems can offset up to
75 percent of the natural gas, electricity, or propane used by most current water heaters. The CSI-Thermal program is administered in the San Diego area by the California Center for
Sustainable Energy. Multifamily Affordable Solar Homes (MASH) The Multifamily Affordable Solar Homes program provides higher incentives ($1.90 to $2.80 per watt) to offset the project
costs of installing photovoltaic systems on multifamily affordable housing buildings in California. The MASH program is administered in the San Diego area by the California Center for
Sustainable Energy.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-47 Singlefamily Affordable Solar Homes (SASH) The Single-family Affordable Solar Homes program provides low income families with free or low-cost solar
photovoltaic systems, which significantly reduces household energy expenses and allows families to direct those savings toward other basic needs. The SASH program is administered statewide
by GRID Alternatives. In addition to being the primary system
installer GRID Alternatives also provides education and access to energy efficiency programs, which further reduces a household’s energy consumption and expenses. Chula Vista Local
Government Partnership The Chula Vista Local Government Partnership is a collaboration between the City, San Diego Gas & Electric, and the California Public Utilities Commission to “institutionalize”
energy efficiency into municipal programs, policies, and projects. The Local Government Partnership provides funding for the following housing-related components: Home Upgrade, Carbon
Downgrade A program program to facilitate home energy and water upgrades within existing building stock through community outreach, home energy assessments, contractor trainings, and
financing tools. The program complements the statewide Energy Upgrade California program (see below). Sustainable Communities A program to promote sustainable building construction and
community planning initiatives through municipal code revisions, development-related policy changes, permit process streamlining, and education of contractors and permit applicants.
Chula Vista NatureScape Program The NatureScape program, administered by the City of Chula Vista, assists residents and businesses in creating water-efficient, nature-friendly landscaping
through free technical assistance and community workshops. The program also certifies properties that have incorporated certain sustainability practices into their landscaping as “Backyard
Wildlife Habitat” through the National Wildlife Federation. Energy Upgrade California The statewide program is being led locally by San Diego Gas & Electric, the California Center for
Sustainable Energy, and the City of Chula Vista to promote whole house energy efficiency retrofits to improve occupant comfort and health and to reduce home energy use. The program helps
to train contractors on building performance principles and offers local homeowners incentives up to $4,000 for upgrades .
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-48 City of Chula Vista General Plan SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance Program This program, administered by SDG&E, provides special assistance for low-income
residents to help lower their utility costs. Regardless of whether the resident rents or owns their home, the program provides free (1) energy-efficient lighting, (2) repair or replacement
of doors and windows, microwaves, water heaters, refrigerators and clothes washers, and (3) installation of insulation, weatherstripping, and caulking. Eligibility is determined by household
income and size. SDG&E Savings By Design & Sustainable Communities These two incentive programs, both administered by SDG&E, encourage the design and construction of high energy performance
commercial and multi-family buildings that showcase sustainable principles. The Sustainable Communities program also incorporates green building rating (LEED) and onsite renewable energy
systems. SoCal WaterSmart Program This program, administered by the Metropolitan Water District and supported by local water districts, provides rebates to residential and commercial
properties that complete water efficiency upgrades. Eligible indoor and outdoor efficiency upgrades include, but are not limited to, high-efficiency clothes washers, rotating spray nozzles,
and water-based irrigation controllers.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-49 Attachment A: Summary of Vacant Lands
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-50 City of Chula Vista General Plan Eastern Chula Vista Vacant Land Summary EAST VACANT PARCELS WITHIN REP ZONING & OUTSIDE MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY APN
# ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS 5931402000 0.7 REP RL 2 5931402400 1.42 REP RL 4 5931401700 0.43 REP RL 1 5931402200 0.05 REP RL 0 5931402400 1.42 REP RL 4 5931402300 0.39 REP RL 1 TOTAL
4.41 12 Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning Department, 2006. EAST VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R-1 ZONING & OUTSIDE MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS 6391604700 1.25
R110 RLM 7 6391605100 0.27 R110 RLM 1 TOTAL 1.52 8 Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning Department, 2006. EAST VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R2P ZONING & OUTSIDE MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY APN #
ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS 6440102700 11.46 R2P RM 126 Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning Department, 2006.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-51 Western Chula Vista Vacant Lands VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R-3 ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Min) 1 UNITS (Medium) 1 UNITS (Max) 1 5651310500
0.18 R3 RLM 0 0 1 5652400800 0.64 R3 RM 3 5 7 5660201700 0.17 R3 RMH 1 2 3 5671401900 0.3 R3P22 RMH 3 4 5 6181510600 0.2 R3P RH 3 4 5 6182904300 0.21 R3 RH 3 4 5 6191004700 3.86 R3P14
RMH 42 55 69 6192121100 0.18 R3 RH 3 3 4 TOTAL 5.74 58 77 99 Notes: 1 Based on General Plan Land Use Density Range Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning Department, 2006. VACANT PARCELS
WITHIN R-2 ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Min) 1 UNITS (Medium) 1 UNITS (Max) 1 5662513000 0.09 R2P RLM 0 0 0 5662515300 0.26 R2P RLM 0 0 1 5663000300 0.69 R2P RLM 2 3 4
5663005700 0.5 R2P RLM 1 2 3 5663006500 0.21 R2P RLM 0 0 1 5663301900 0.16 R2P RLM 0 0 0 6192312800 0.09 R2P RLM 0 0 0 6231003000 0.07 R2P RMH 0 0 1 6231110900 0.13 R2P RLM 0 0 0 6231111200
0.06 R2P RLM 0 0 0 6231111300 0.09 R2P RLM 0 0 0 6231320200 0.18 R2P RLM 0 0 1 6231910700 0.4 R2P RLM 1 1 2
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-52 City of Chula Vista General Plan VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R-2 ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Min) 1 UNITS (Medium) 1 UNITS (Max) 1 6231911800
0.02 R2P RLM 0 0 0 6231912800 0.18 R2P RLM 0 0 1 6231913300 0.16 R2P RLM 0 0 0 TOTAL 3.29 4 6 14 Notes: 1 Based on General Plan Land Use Density Ranges Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning
Department, 2006. VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R-1 ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Min)1 UNITS (Medium)1 UNITS (Max) 1 5633304800 6.25 R1 OSP 2 2 2 5661310100 5.06 R1 OSP 2 2 2 5661325400
0.17 R1 OSP 2 2 2 5661325500 3.42 R1 OSP 2 2 2 6240210300 0.7 R1P7 PRK 2 2 2 6240321300 0.69 R1P7 PRK 2 2 2 5702900100 0.15 R1 RL 0 0 0 5703001400 0.65 R1 RL 0 0 1 5703001500 0.34 R115
RL 0 0 1 5703001600 0.33 R115 RL 0 0 0 5703001700 0.34 R115 RL 0 0 1 5740108300 0.48 R115 RL 0 0 1 5632902000 2.06 R1P6 RLM 6 9 12 5632902100 0.88 R1P6 RLM 2 3 5 5660304200 0.17 R1 RLM
0 0 1 5660900700 0.06 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5661102900 0.2 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5661211000 0.3 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5661223200 0.11 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5661310200 0.91 R1 RLM 2 3 5 5661310300 0.24 R1 RLM 0 0 1
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-53 VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R-1 ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Min)1 UNITS (Medium)1 UNITS (Max) 1 5661310400 0.44 R1 RLM 1 1 2 5661310500
0.24 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5661310600 0.2 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5690701000 0.07 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5690801700 0.06 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5692510900 0.29 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5692702300 0.45 R1 RLM 1 1 2 5693202500 0.19 R1 RLM
0 0 1 5693806400 0.16 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5693810300 1.62 R1 RLM 4 6 9 5694102800 0.2 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5703111400 0.2 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5720530200 0.04 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5722405400 0.16 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5722405600
0.18 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5731402000 0.14 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5732501900 0.16 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5732502000 0.14 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5732603000 0.22 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5733104600 0.18 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5733512500 0.22 R1
RLM 0 0 1 5735006800 0.43 R1 RLM 1 1 2 5735008300 0.38 R1 RLM 1 1 2 5741911900 0.09 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5742814200 0.24 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5742814900 0.09 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5743001500 0.14 R1 RLM 0 0
0 5743002900 0.17 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5744105000 0.44 R1 RLM 1 1 2 5744105200 0.14 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5744105300 0.18 R1 RLM 0 0 1 5750600700 1.42 R1 RLM 4 5 7 5750601500 0.25 R1 RLM 0 0 1
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-54 City of Chula Vista General Plan VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R-1 ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Min)1 UNITS (Medium)1 UNITS (Max) 1 5751002200
0.05 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5754322000 0.08 R1 RLM 0 0 0 5754702100 0.4 R1 RLM 1 1 2 6180400900 0.16 R1 RLM 0 0 0 6180401000 0.16 R1 RLM 0 0 0 6180731700 0.53 R1 RLM 1 2 3 6181100600 0.38 R1 RLM
1 1 2 6181102300 0.38 R1 RLM 1 1 2 6181420100 0.14 R1 RLM 0 0 0 6182705000 0.16 R1 RLM 0 0 0 6190400400 0.25 R1 RLM 0 0 1 6191002300 0.15 R1 RLM 0 0 0 6191922600 0.12 R15P RLM 0 0 0
6193204600 0.24 R1 RLM 0 0 1 6193204700 0.25 R1 RLM 0 0 1 6203702800 0.17 R1 RLM 0 0 1 6206105800 0.34 R1 RLM 1 1 2 6230400700 0.06 R1 RLM 0 0 0 6230400800 0.19 R1 RLM 0 0 1 6230823500
0.26 R15P RLM 0 0 1 6230824500 0.09 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6230825200 0.08 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6230825300 0.08 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6231523100 0.09 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6231523200 0.09 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6231523300
0.09 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6240107500 0.68 R1 RLM 2 3 4 6240201600 0.61 R1P7 RLM 1 2 3 6240203100 0.07 R1P7 RLM 0 0 0 6240203200 0.03 R1P7 RLM 0 0 0 6240204300 0.73 R1P7 RLM 2 3 4 6240204400
0.8 R1P7 RLM 0 0 0 6240209100 0.41 R1P7 RLM 1 1 2
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-55 VACANT PARCELS WITHIN R-1 ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Min)1 UNITS (Medium)1 UNITS (Max) 1 6240320300 0.2 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240320400
0.2 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240320500 0.24 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240321700 0.19 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240324200 0.18 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240324800 0.54 R1P7 RLM 1 2 3 6240333000 0.6 R1P7 RLM 1 2 3 6240333400
0.19 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240413300 0.18 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240413500 0.12 R1P7 RLM 0 0 0 6240413800 0.17 R1P7 RLM 0 0 1 6240420100 1.87 R1P7 RLM 5 8 11 6240421100 0.88 R1P7 RLM 2 3 5 6240510500
0.65 R15P RLM 1 2 3 6240513800 0.18 R15P RLM 0 0 1 6240533600 0.23 R15P RLM 0 0 1 6240550100 0.17 R15P RLM 0 0 1 6240550200 0.42 R15P RLM 1 1 2 6240550300 0.66 R15P RLM 1 2 3 6240552800
0.1 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6243851800 0.18 R1 RLM 0 0 1 6310111300 0.98 R15P RLM 2 3 5 6310123800 0.08 R15P RLM 0 0 0 6191001200 3.02 R1 RM 18 25 33 TOTAL 53.59 66 94 180 Notes: 1 Based on General
Plan Land Use Density 2 Not designated for residential use Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning Department, 2006.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX C Page AC-56 City of Chula Vista General Plan VACANT PARCELS WITHIN RE ZONING APN # ACRE ZONE GENERAL PLAN UNITS (Low)1 UNITS (Medium) 1 UNITS (High) 1 5701404400
1.22 RED RL 0 1 3 5702005400 0.35 RE RL 0 0 1 5702005600 0.52 RE RL 0 0 1 5702005700 0.96 RE RL 0 1 2 5740300800 7.72 RE PQ 2 2 2 TOTAL 10.77 0 2 7 Notes: 1 Based on General Plan Land
Use Density 2 Not designated for residential use Source: City of Chula Vista, Planning Department, 2006.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX D Page AD-1 OVERVIEW: EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE State Housing Element Law requires jurisdictions to review the progress and performance of past housing elements
goals and objectives. The evaluation should be quantified where possible (e.g. the number of units rehabilitated), but may be qualitative as necessary (e.g. mitigation of governmental
constraints). Where significant shortfalls between the targeted objective and the City’s achievement are identified, the reasons should be discussed. This section discusses the progress
of the goals and objectives defined in the 2005-2010 Housing Element. Reviewing the progress of the implemented Housing Element is necessary to develop a comprehensive housing program
strategy and to identify programs that have been valuable to in reaching goals set. 1.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX D Page AD-2 City of Chula Vista General Plan OVERVIEW: PROGRESS IN IMPLEMENTING THE 2005-2010 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The 2005-2010 Housing Element contained three
policy focus areas: 1. Maintain and Enhance Housing and Neighborhoods; 2. Balanced and Diverse Housing Opportunities; and, 3. Government Role and Process. Each policy focus area was
associated with specific programs and objectives. This section reviews the city’s progress to date in implementing these housing programs and their continued appropriateness for the
2013-2020 Housing Element. Table D-1 summarizes the City’s housing program accomplishments, followed by a review of its quantified objectives. The results of this analysis will provide
the basis for developing the comprehensive housing program strategy presented in Part C of this Element. The following paragraphs reviews the significant accomplishments for the prior
planning period for the three policy focus areas. Policy Focus 1: Maintain and Enhance Housing And Residential Neighborhoods Rehabilitation of the City’s housing stock and preserving
the integrity of residential neighborhoods by preventing deterioration and providing necessary capital improvements. Utilize community-based rehabilitation programs such as CHIP to encourage
the maintenance and enhancement of residential quality. Discussion: With a majority of the existing housing citywide being 30 years or older (63 percent) by year 2010, there is a potential
loss in value and quality as a result of deterioration. Within the West (area west of I-805), 33 percent of the housing stock is already 50 years old. The particular focus of the 2005-2010
Policy and Implementation Plan was enforcement of building, health, and housing codes and funding minor repairs and rehabilitation of housing in the City’s Northwest and Southwest Planning
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX D Page AD-3 Areas to encourage the provision of decent, safe and sanitary housing and preserve neighborhood quality. Policy Focus 2: Support Housing Opportunities
to Meet the City’s Diverse Needs Utilizing available resources, seek to preserve and provide sufficient, suitable, and varied housing by small and large family size, type of unit, and
cost, particularly permanent affordable housing that meets the diverse housing needs of existing and future residents of Chula Vista. Discussion: Chula Vista is a community with a diverse
population and housing stock, particularly in the western area of the City. Housing should be preserved and created to maximize housing opportunities for larger households, a growing
senior population, special needs groups, and very low-and low-income families. The disparities in household income, age and types of housing available between the eastern and western
portions of the City demonstrates a need to promote greater diversity in housing choices related related to pricing and housing type within each of these geographic areas. Policy Focus
3: Fund and Implement Services that Provide Vital Community Resources for Lower Income Residents Utilizing available resources, fund and implement services and programs that improve
residents’ ability to secure and maintain quality housing. Discussion: Local Government plays a significant role in fostering the development of affordable and special needs housing.
Conversely, in its efforts to protect and enhance the overall community, local government can implement land use controls, building codes, development standards, permit and processing
procedures, and fees and exactions, that constrain the operations of the private, nonprofit, and public sector when introducing new housing products to market.
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation Objective H1 -Enforce maintenance of safe and decent housing, enhance the quality of existing housing, and maintain the integrity of residential neighborhoods.
Policy H1.1 -Facilitate rehabilitation of the City's existing housing stock to correct housing deficiencies and increase the useful life of existing housing. 1.1.1 Rehabilitation of
Owner Occupied Housing Continue successful implementation of the City’s Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP), which provides favorable loans to lowincome homeowners and also
provides grants for minor repairs to preserve and rehabilitate deteriorating homes and to provide greater accessibility for those with physical disabilities. Eligible rehabilitation
activities also include improvements for water conservation, energy efficiency, and lead based paint abatement. Assistance will be targeted to homeowners residing in the Northwest and
Southwest Planning Areas with priority given to those single-family and mobilehome owners of very low-income, special 1 2010 In 2010, 8 grants and 8 loans were issued to homeowners for
minor repairs and rehabilitation. Of these all 16 grants/loans were provided to mobilehome residents, all were located within the targeted areas in the northwest and southwest portions
of the City. Of these 12 grants/loans were provided to elderly households. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period: 70 households were assisted, of these 56 were mobilehome residents,
52 elderly, 30 disabled, 36 female headed, and 11 not within targeted areas. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been funded with the City’s CDBG and HOME funds. Due to the limited
participation by residents and disproportionate program administration
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
needs and/or senior households. 200 Housing Units costs, the City discontinued this program as recommended by HUD. This program is removed from the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 1.1.2 Neighborhood
Revitalization Continue to implement a pro-active program focusing financial resources and efforts that improve the conditions and appearances of identified target neighborhoods primarily
through the "Neighborhood Revitalization Program" (NRP). This on-going program will target specific low-and moderate-income neighborhoods within the Southwest Planning Area that exhibit
deficiencies in infrastructure. This program will prioritize needs of the neighborhood and provide funding for repair of infrastructure such as paving, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and
drainage facilities. City staff will develop a schedule of provisions of such improvements and combine it with 1 Acquire funding by 2007 In September 2006 the City received a $9.5 million
HUD Section 108 Loan for the Castlepark Infrastructure Project. This projects consists of the design and construction of new streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters. As of December 2010,
improvements have been completed in 6 streets of the targeted 9 streets. It is anticipated that the remaining 3 streets will be completed by 2012. In 2010, the City completed pedestrian
improvements (curbs, sidewalks, gutter, lighting, etc.) surrounding the Palomar Trolley Station in the Southwest Palomar Gateway through a $2M SANDAG grant. Additionally, the City received
a $2M SANDAG grant for pedestrian improvements (curbs, sidewalks, gutter,
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation available resources to provide financial leverage of all efforts and achieve maximum results. lighting, etc.) along the Third Avenue Village District
in Northwest Chula Vista. An additional $1,170,000 is being provided in Redevelopment funds, $410,000 in CDBG funds, and $416,132 in ARRA CDBG/R funds to complete the project. Continued
Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. Due to the limited financial resources available to the City, the City will seek to utilize its resources
within specific targeted locations in western Chula Vista, particularly areas where its resources can be be leveraged with other public and private investment. 1.1.3 Rental Housing Acquisition
and Rehabilitation Allocate local funds for affordable housing developers to acquire existing rental housing that is substandard, deteriorating or in danger of being demolished. A minimum
of twenty percent of the units, once rehabilitated, will be set aside for very low-income 1 2010 In 2010, South Bay Community Services applied for $385,000 in City CDBG funds and $370,000
in County HOME funds to acquire and rehabilitate a 7 unit complex in Southwest Chula Vista to provide rental opportunities to former foster youth at or below 50% AMI. The property will
be restricted for 55-years and expected
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
households at affordable rents. Assistance will be targeted to rental housing within the Northwest and Southwest areas of the City, with priority given to those within Redevelopment
Project Areas. 100 Housing Units occupancy is early 2011. Through Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds, the City dedicated 35% of the entitlement to the acquisition and rehabilitation
of 2 properties for the purposes of housing 6 rental households at or below 50% AMI. The properties will be restricted for this purpose for 55-years and currently house former foster
youth. $331,310 was used for a duplex on Colorado and $668,690 was used for a 4 unit complex on Glover. In addition, two complexes were refinanced and rehabilitated with a new 55-year
restriction, resulting in 105 units at Oxford Terrace Apartments and 167 units at Palomar Apartments of continued affordable rental units to 80% and below AMI. During the 2005-2010 Housing
Element period: 285 units all in western Chula Vista
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Status of Program Implementation were secured for long-term affordable rentals. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been revised for the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. The City
will look to provide assistance to acquire and rehabilitate rental properties to make them available for special need and very low income households and also to assist multifamily rental
property owners to make improvements to their property and provide a percentage of units for lower income households. Due to the limited financial resources available to the City, the
City will seek to utilize its resources within specific targeted locations in western Chula Vista, particularly areas where its resources can be leveraged with or encourage other private
investment. 1.1.4 Pursue Funding for Housing Related Environmental Hazard Control Proactively pursue available Federal or State funding to reduce housing related environmental hazards,
including lead hazard control, 1 Ongoing Due to the City’s budgetary reductions, funding levels, priority needs and scoring criteria, the City did not respond to the 2010 U.S. Department
of HUD NOFA’s for
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
building structural safety, electrical safety, and fire protection to address multiple childhood diseases and injuries in the home, such as the Healthy Homes Initiative. its Healthy
Homes and Lead Hazard Control Programs available from September -November 2010. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. Policy H1.2 -Eliminate,
to the greatest extent feasible, overcrowded, unsafe, and unsanitary housing conditions through the enforcement of building, safety, and housing codes. 1.2.1 Multifamily Housing Inspection
Provide for the continuance of a multifamily inspection program that evaluates conditions of rental housing complexes of three or more units and reports violations to the City’s Code
Enforcement Division regarding current health and safety codes. The City will follow up on all reports of violations to ensure the correction of any identified deficiencies. 1 Ongoing
In 2010, the City's Code Enforcement staff inspected 527 rental units within 92 complexes through the City's Rental Housing Program. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period: 3,326
rental units within 657 complexes. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a key component to the City’s strategy for preserving and enhancing its existing housing stock.
It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation Element. 1.2.2 Mobilehome Inspection Program Provide for the continued systematic inspection of mobilehome and trailer park communities for compliance
with Title 25 of the California Code of Regulations to promote safe and sanitary housing and neighborhoods. For those lower income mobilehome owners, where necessary work is fairly extensive,
referrals to the City's Community Development Department and Housing Division are made to assist in compliance with Title 25 Regulations. 1 Ongoing In 2010, the City's Code Enforcement
staff inspected 268 mobilehome/trailer units through the City's Title 25 program within 2 parks. 16 CHIP loans/grants were issued to mobilehome residents during that period. Many of
such loans/grants were a direct result of referrals from the Title 25 inspection program. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period: 2,028 mobilehome/trailer units, 85 CHIP loans/grants.
Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a key component to the City’s strategy for maintaining and improving its housing stock. It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
1.2.3 Code Enforcement Activities Continue Code Enforcement activities that proactively monitor housing and neighborhood conditions for adherence to minimum standards of habitability
and appearance by responding to service requests from concerned citizens. More proactive Code Enforcement Division efforts shall be focused within older neighborhoods in the Southwest
Planning Area exhibiting deferred maintenance issues. Extensive code violations noted in owner-occupied homes of very low-and low-income households shall be referred to the City's Community
Development Department for information related to the CHIP. 1 Ongoing The City has initiated several proactive code enforcement activities during the 2005- 2010 Housing Element period.
From July 2007 through program suspension (due to budget constraints) in July 2008, code enforcement staff inspected 44 neighborhood housing units through the Castle Park Inspection
Program. Due to the growing foreclosure issue in Chula Vista, the City adopted a Residential Abandoned Properties Program (RAPP) ordinance in August 2007, which requires mortgage lenders
to inspect defaulted properties to confirm that they are occupied. If a property is found to be vacant, the program requires that the lender exercise the abandonment clause within their
mortgage contract, register the property with the City and immediately begin to secure and maintain the property to the neighborhood standard. As of December 31, 2010 a total of 4,380
registries were recorded since program
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory
barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation inception. Continued Appropriateness: This program
represents a key component to the City’s strategy for maintaining and improving its housing stock. It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. Objective H2 -Promote efficient use
of water and energy through adopted standards and incentive-based policies to conserve limited resources and reduce long-term operational costs of housing. Policy H2.1 -Encourage the
efficient use and conservation of water by residents.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
2.1.1 Water Conservation Practices Promote the inclusion of state-of-the art water conservation practices in existing and new development projects where proven to be safe and environmentally
sound. 1 Ongoing During 2010, over 430 residential and commercial buildings met the citywide Green Building Standard which requires a 20% reduction in potable water use (compared to
State standards) in new construction and major renovation projects. Through its promotion of the San Diego County Water Authority’s “20 Gallon Challenge” and its SDG&E Local Government
Partnership, the City also distributed almost 500 indoor water-savings kits to existing residences in 2010. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a key component to the
City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs will be revised to be inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability. It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation 2.1.2 Landscaping Promote the use of low water demand (xeriscape) landscaping and drought tolerant plant materials in existing and new development. 1
Ongoing To complement the revised Landscape Water Conservation Ordinance which creates a water budget for large landscaped areas, the City created an Outdoor WaterSmart Checklist which
guides smaller scale landscaping projects towards low water use plants. In addition, the City continues to implement its NatureScape program to help educate the community about water
efficient landscaping practices. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a key component to the City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs will be revised to be
inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability. It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
2.1.3 Water Conservation Plans for Development Pursuant to the City’s Growth Management Program, continue to require the preparation and implementation of Water Conservation Plans for
large development and redevelopment projects in accordance with the City’s Water Conservation Plan Guidelines or its equivalent. 1 Ongoing The City continues to require Water Conservation
Plans for large developments (over 50 dwelling units or equivalent) which emphasize both indoor and outdoor water use efficiency. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a
key component to the City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs will be revised to be inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability. It is included in the 2013-2020
Housing Element.
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation 2.1.4 Public Education for Water Conservation Promote water conservation by residents through appropriately targeted education and community programs.
1 Ongoing The City continues to participate in the San Diego County Water Authority’s “20 Gallon Challenge” and works with the Sweetwater and Otay Water Districts in implementing the
Chula Vista NatureScape program and general water efficiency education programs. In addition, the City provides free home water evaluations for residents and has distributed almost 500
indoor water savings kits over the last year. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a key key component to the City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs will
be revised to be inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability. It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
Policy H2.2 -Promote the efficient use of energy. 2.2.1 Building Energy Efficiency into Housing Encourage residential developers/builders to maximize energy efficiency through appropriate
site and building design and through the use of energy efficient materials, equipment, and appliances. 1 Ongoing The City encourages energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other green
building technologies and design principles in all new developments. Through the Chula Vista’s new Green Building Standard, 357 new residential and commercial buildings met the required
15-20% higher energy efficiency standards. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a key component to the City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs will be revised
to be inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability. It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation 2.2.2 Public Education for Energy Conservation Develop and distribute pertinent information about the benefits of energy conservation and available energy
conservation incentive programs to residents and developers and builders of housing. 1 Ongoing The City continues to provide energyrelated outreach materials through free residential
energy evaluations and participation in community outreach events such as energy-efficient lighting exchanges and weekly farmers’ markets. The City also sponsors a “Sustainability Desk”
at the building permit counter to provide technical assistance to contractors and permit applicants on energy conservation and other green building topics. Continued Appropriateness:
This program represents a key component to the City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs will be revised to be inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability.
It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
2.2.3 Residential Title 24 Continue to perform a Residential Title 24 Energy Analysis and enforce these requirements as part of building plan check procedures. 1 Ongoing Title 24 Energy
Analysis is performed as part of the building plan check process. In February 2010, the City began enforcing a 15-20% energy efficiency level above the 2008 California Energy Code baseline
for all new construction and major renovation projects. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents a key component to the City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs
will be revised to be inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability. It is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation 2.2.4 Green Building Promote the development of highperformance, sustainable buildings throughout the City that meet LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design) certification requirements through land use development standard incentives as may be adopted in the update of Chula Vista Municipal Code Title 19 (Zoning), Specific Plans for
the Northwest, Southwest, and Bayfront planning areas and General Development Plans and Sectional Planning Area Plans for the East planning area. 1 Ongoing The City’s Sustainable Communities
Program provides training for building and planning staff to broaden expertise in energy conservation and green building principles (such as LEED and Build It Green) with the goal of
infusing sustainable practices into every level of development services. Through the research of the National Energy Center for Sustainable Communities, the City is also working with
developers to determine how to integrate energy efficiency and other sustainable development concepts into communitylevel site design. Continued Appropriateness: This program represents
a key component to the City’s Climate Action Program. Conservation programs will be revised to be inclusive of energy and water conservation and sustainability. It is included in the
2013-2020 Housing Element.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
Objective H3 -As required by State law, preserve existing affordable housing opportunities, when feasible and practical, to maintain an adequate supply of affordable housing. Policy
H3.1 -Preserve publicly assisted rental housing "at-risk" of converting to market rate rents. 3.1.1 Expiring Affordability Restrictions Proactively work with property owner(s) of two
(2) “at-risk” assisted housing developments whose affordability restrictions are due to expire by 2010 (Canterbury Court and Eucalyptus Parkview) and affordable housing developers to
evaluate the viability of continuing the affordability of such housing through owner participation, public public subsidies or participation by affordable housing developers. 1 2008
& 2009 The City continues to work with those property owners who own affordable housing with such covenants nearing expiration through referrals to affordable housing developers interested
in acquiring the property and maintaining the affordability as well as providing direct financial assistance to extend the covenants. The City is currently working with the property
owners of Eucalyptus Parkview (9 affordable units for seniors) and Canterbury Court (207 affordable units for seniors) to extend the affordability restrictions, including updating affordable
rent definitions in compliance with Section 50053 (b) of the California Health and Safety Code. The City is also monitoring noticing to tenants and providing information related to housing
resources to those seeking to terminate affordability covenants.
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Status of Program Implementation Continued Appropriateness: The City will continue to monitor its affordable housing stock. This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
3.1.2 First Right of Refusal to Maintain Affordable Housing Evaluate the appropriateness of and modify the terms within required Affordable Housing Agreements that will allow opportunities
to maintain the housing as affordable beyond the termination date of the Agreement and providing residents notice prior to termination dates of Agreements. Such opportunities could include
a first right of refusal to the City/Agency to purchase the housing for the purpose of continuing the affordability and/or adequate noticing to residents prior to expiration of Agreements
to offer them alternative housing options. 2 Ongoing Staff has updated its standard loan documents and regulatory agreements to require compliance with Section 65863.10 to 65863.13 of
the Government Code relating to noticing to tenants regarding the expiration of affordability covenants and providing the City with the opportunity to purchase the property upon expiration
of such covenants consistent with California Government Code. Such terms were included in regulatory agreements for The Landings II a 143-unit affordable housing development. The City
will also work towards including requirements to provide such noticing and first right of refusal in any updates and development of City policies related to
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incentives and City/Agency assistance. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been removed from the 2013-2020 Housing Element because it has been completed. The City has revised
its standard loan documents and regulatory agreements to require compliance with Section 65863.10 to 65863.13 of the Government Code providing the City with the opportunity to purchase
the property upon expiration of such. Policy H3.2 -Monitor housing located in the Coastal Zone and Redevelopment Project Areas occupied by low-and moderate-income households and mitigate
the loss of housing in these areas. 3.2.1 Monitoring of Units Lost Comply with State Law regarding the monitoring and reporting of housing units occupied by low-or moderateincome households
demolished within the Coastal Zone and Redevelopment Project Areas. 1 Ongoing Since 2005, no demolitions have occurred within the Coastal Zone and four single family detached housing
units were demolished within Redevelopment Project Areas. None of these units were reported as low-or moderate-income households. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included
in the 2013-2020
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Status of Program Implementation Housing Element. 3.2.2 Replacement Housing Where conversion or demolition of housing units in the Coastal Zone or Redevelopment Project Areas occupied
by low-or moderate income households is proposed, replacement of such housing will be completed in accordance with State Law and the City's adopted Local Coastal Plan and Redevelopment
Plan. 1 Ongoing See comments listed under Program 3.2.1 above. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. Objective H4 -Minimize impacts on
housing choice within each of the four geographic planning areas, especially to very low-and low-income residents, that result from conversion or demolition of rental housing units.
Policy H4.1 -Promote an equitable distribution of housing types (e.g., multi-family rental and owner occupied housing) based upon identified needs within the Northwest, Southwest, and
East Planning Areas to provide a range of housing opportunities for all income levels. 4.1.1 Community Impact Report (CIR) Consider requiring a “Community Impact Report” (“CIR”) on a
projectby-project basis to evaluate and determine a project’s impact on the availability of adequate rental housing within the geographic Planning Area and to very low-and low-income
residents. Equitable standards and criteria to determine 1 Commen ce policy 2007 In 2008 the Flamingo Trailer Park (trailer park) filed an application for closure in concurrence with
an entitlement application. State and local law require that all applicants for closure file a Relocation Impact Report (RIR) and identify adequate alternative housing options for displaced
residents. As of the the end of 2009, the project had been halted due to economic
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when a CIR is required by development applicants and the specific review procedures and submittal requirements for CIRs would need to be established. If determined to have a negative
impact, consider mitigation measures such as a fee to develop new rental housing or relocation assistance for those impacted low-income residents. The preparation of a CIR could be applicable
to condominium conversions, mobilehome park closures/conversions and demolition of existing housing developments to be replaced by new housing. issues and the RIR had not been released
for public review. The City will continue to consider the requirement of a CIR on a project-by-by-project basis. As updates of City ordinances and policies related to condominium conversions
or mobilehome park closures are contemplated, staff will look at inclusion of an impact analysis as a part of the review process. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period: no other
condominium conversions, mobilehome closures, or other housing demolition have been processed through the City affecting low-income residents. In April 2007, the Jade Bay Mobile Lodge
(mobilehome park) went through Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and displaced approximately 50 residents. City staff worked with a relocation expert to mitigate effects on lowincome residents.
Continued Appropriateness: With the adoption of the Urban Core
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Status of Program Implementation Specific Plan and the high housing market of the early 2000’s, the City anticipated significant development to occur in the western area of the City.
Based on the significant downturn of the economy and residential market in the mid 2000’s and dissolution of redevelopment, this program will not be included in the 2013-2020 Housing
Element. The City will continue to monitor the impacts of new development on a project-by-project basis. 4.1.2 Mitigation Fee for Lost Units Evaluate feasibility of establishing a fee
to be paid by those residential developments, such as condominium conversions and demolition of housing for the purposes of new development, that negatively impact the availability of
rental housing stock within the geographic Planning Area. Funds would be used to facilitate the development of new affordable rental housing. When establishing a potential mitigation
fee, the City should consider a fee 2 2008 In the fall of 2008, staff reconstituted an Affordable Housing Working Group of stakeholders (previously met in 2004-2005) representing the
community, affordable housing developers, master planned community developers, and social service agencies to discuss and identify relevant issues related to providing affordable housing
with particular emphasis on the implementation of the Balanced Communities policy to infill development. One issue being considered is the establishment of a fee bank for future
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that facilitates the new construction of affordable rental housing while not impeding other housing development opportunities. production. It is anticipated that a comprehensive package
will be taken to Council in late 2011. In 2007 the City also discussed establishment of a fee bank for mobilehome relocation assistance while working on the Mobilehome Park Conversion
Ordinance Update, Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 9.40 (CVMC 9.40). A special assessment district or transfer tax and time at sale were considered, however due to reprioritization
of programs the activity was suspended in September 2007. See comments listed under 4.2.1 below for updates. Continued Appropriateness: With the adoption of the Urban Core Specific Plan
and the high housing market of the early 2000’s, the City anticipated significant development to occur in the western area of the City. Based on the significant downturn of the economy
and
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Status of Program Implementation residential market in the mid 2000’s and dissolution of redevelopment, this program will not be included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. The City will
continue to monitor the impacts of new development on a project-by-project basis. Policy H4.2 -Provide resources to very low-and low-income households based upon household size and income
level displaced as a result of the rental housing loss, particularly the most economically vulnerable -the working poor, seniors age 62 or over, and persons with disabilities. 4.2.1
Mobilehome Park Conversion Continue to enforce CVMC Chapter 9.40 to protect the rights of residents as mobilehome/trailer parks are closed or converted to other uses. Evaluate the appropriateness
of amendments to the Municipal Code and General Plan to enhance the protection of the most economically vulnerable residents where the park serves as their primary residence. Consider
such elements as adequate bilingual noticing and relocation assistance, to afford some level of protection for very low-and low-income residents. When establishing 1 2006- 2007 See comments
listed under Program 4.1.1 above. The City will continue to process the Flamingo Trailer Park application for closure in compliance with CVMC Chapter 9.40. In April 2006, the Jade Bay
Mobile Lodge filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and closed its doors to 76 residents. Due to state and federal bankruptcy law, the park was exempted from following CVMC Chapter 9.40. In
February 2007, the City began evaluating amendments to Chapter 9.40 . After nine public meetings with residents, owners and stakeholders, the update process was suspended due to a reprioritization
of goals and objectives.
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relocation assistance, the City should consider requiring appropriate assistance for residents while not impeding alternative development opportunities on the site. In October 2009,
Council approved the establishment of a Mobilehome Issues Stakeholder Committee to review issues related to park closures and potentially recommend changes to CVMC 9.40. The stakeholder
committee determined that there were not any feasible outcomes to the process in March 2010. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been revised in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element
for compliance with the CVMC Chapter 9.40 based upon the outcome of the 2010 MH Park Stakeholder Commit
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Status of Program Implementation 4.2.2 Condominium Conversion Evaluate the appropriateness of amendments to Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 15.56 (Condominium Conversion) to evaluate
and determine a project’s impact on the availability of a balance of housing opportunities, in terms of tenure of housing, within the geographic Planning Area and provide a heightened
level of protection and assistance for those households where the housing serves as their primary residence, particularly the most economically vulnerable. Such provisions may address:
adequate bilingual noticing, relocation assistance, requiring a portion of the units as affordable to low-and moderate-income households, a threshold requirement related to the availability
of rental housing for the conversion of rental units, and a physical elements report. Also refer 1 2007 See comments listed under Program 4.1.2 above. As part of the comprehensive package
staff anticipated taking revisions to CVMC 15.56 to Council in late 2011. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period: 432 units converted from rental units to individual ownership units
(no new units were converted in 2008, 2009 or 2010). 369 units were located in the area east of I-805 and 63 units west of I-805. Continued Appropriateness: With the high housing market
of the early 2000’s, the City anticipated significant condominium conversions to occur in the western area of the City. Based on the significant downturn of the economy and residential
market in the mid 2000’s, this program will not be included in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element.
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to related Policies 4.1. 4.2.3 Tenant Rental Assistance Develop and fund a short-term rental assistance program to provide rent subsidies for a maximum of 24 months for those residents
displaced as a result of the conversion or
demolition of their housing or unsafe and/or substandard conditions as identified in the California Housing Code and Fire Code. Assistance will target those most economically vulnerable
including: very low-income 1 2006- 2007 In 2010, 8 households were assisted through the City's Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA), established in February 2007 and funded
through $440,000 in HOME funds. The TBRA assistance was initially available for a 2 year period (assisting 16 households at inception) and has been extended an additional two years until
January 31, 2011. Through ARRA the City received $478,325 in Homeless Prevention and Rapid
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Status of Program Implementation residents, low-income residents with minor children and residents with a head of household who is permanently disabled or a senior citizen age 62 or
over. Establish standards and criteria to prioritize households who are most economically vulnerable and level of assistance based upon household size and income. Rehousing (HPRP) funds
to assist households with a rental subsidy for up to 12 months. In 2010, 11 households were assisted with HPRP funds. In addition to the City's TBRA and HPRP funds, in July 2007 South
Bay Community Services (SBCS) began providing TBRA assistance to families at or below 60% AMI and exiting transitional/emergency shelter programs, through $315,000 in HOME Investment
Partnership funds. During the program 15 families received assistance. The City continues to provide affordable housing rental assistance through the Section 8 Program (administered
by the County). As of the end of 2010, 2,870 households were assisted through the Section 8 program, of which 802 were elderly/disabled. At the end of 2010, the Section 8 waiting list
had 5,794 households waiting for Chula Vista assistance, of which 674 are elderly, 1,242 disabled, and 3,478
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are large families (5 persons or more). Continued Appropriateness: This program requires significant funding and staffing commitments. Funding was provided through the Homeless Prevention
and Rapid Rehousing (HPRP) program and HOME funds. HPRP funds are no longer available and the City’s limited HOME funds will be programmed for other activities. This program is not included
in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. 4.2.4 Housing Resource Program Develop a “Housing Assistance Resource Program” which could provide tenant education of rights and procedures for conversions
of rental housing to condominium or market priced housing and mobilehome/trailer parks to other uses and offer informational services to any displaced very lowand low-income renters,
such as rental listings and moving assistance referrals. 2 2007 In August 2006, staff developed a "Relocation Resource Guide" to provide resources and contact information for residents
affected by condominium conversions or mobilehome park conversions. The guide was provided to residents affected by the Jade Bay Mobile Lodge bankruptcy and are available for future
displaced residents. Additional resource programs will be considered in the future.
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Status of Program Implementation See comments listed under Program 4.1.2 above. During the public outreach for update of CVMC 9.40 staff proposed amendments to include relocation resource
assistance for tenants. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been revised in the 2013-2020 Housing Element to allow periodic updates for resources available at the time, particularly
targeting current housing issues such as landlord-tenant, displacement or foreclosures. Objective H5 -Encourage the provision of a wide range of housing choices by location, type of
unit, and price level, in particular the establishment of permanent affordable housing for low-low-and moderate-income households. Policy H5.1 -Balanced Communities-Affordable Housing:
Require newly constructed residential developments to provide a portion of their development affordable to low-and moderate-income households. 5.1.1 Affordable Housing ("Inclusionary")
Policy Continue to implement the Balanced Communities-Affordable Housing Policy first adopted by the City’s Housing Element in 1981. Current requirements include the provision of 10
percent (5 percent low-income and 5 percent moderate-income) 1 Ongoing The City continues to implement this objective through the Affordable Housing Program requiring new residential
developments of 50 units or more to provide 10% of the housing for lower income households.
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affordable housing within the development (“on-site”). This policy shall apply to projects consisting of 50 or more dwelling units. Alternatives to the on-site provision of housing include,
in order of priority, “off-site” provision of affordable housing and payment of an in-lieu fee. Such alternatives can be considered, at the sole discretion of the City, upon determination
of a finding of unreasonable hardship” to the development and such alternative being in the “public interest”. 300 low-income units and 300 moderate-income units. In 2010 an agreement
for El Dorado Ridge was executed requiring the posting of a bond in-lieu of a 10.4 unit inclusionary obligation and construction began on 143 low income rental units at The Landings
II in satisfaction of the Winding Walk master planned communities remaining obligation. During the 2005-2010 reporting period the City constructed or entered into inclusionary agreements
for the addition of 334 low income and 183 moderate income housing units in the City. Continued Appropriateness: There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community.
The City will continue to promote affordable housing development. This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 5.1.2 Affordable Housing Policy for Infill Development Evaluate
the appropriateness of revising the Balanced Communities – Affordable Housing Policy to more 1 2007 See comments listed under Program 4.1.2 above. Staff worked with an Affordable Housing
Working Group to propose
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Status of Program Implementation appropriately reflect its application to infill urbanized housing developments. Possible amendments may include lowering the unit threshold of applicability,
increasing the percentage of affordable housing units required, targeting very low-and low-income households, encouraging flexibility in the methods of compliance, ensuring consistency
with the affordable housing requirements of Community Redevelopment Law, and project based incentives for developments that provide additional public benefit such as housing on-site,
deeper affordability levels, large family units, and/or an increase in the number of affordable affordable units. changes and adopt an ordinance for the Balanced Communities ("Inclusionary")
Policy, adopt a Density Bonus Ordinance, and make revisions to various existing ordinances such as the Condominium Conversion Ordinance (CVMC 15.56). A court decision in 2009 related
to the applicability of the 1995 Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act to inclusionary housing policies necessitated further analysis. Staff anticipates taking a package of affordable housing
related policies/ordinances to Council in late 2011. Continued Appropriateness: There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. This program is no longer included
within the 2013-2020 Housing Element. The City will continue to promote affordable housing within areas of the community that provide a balance of housing opportunities throughout the
City utilizing its Balanced Communities Housing policy and its
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Affordable Housing Incentive ordinance. 5.1.3 Adoption of an Ordinance Consider implementation of the City’s Balanced Communities -Affordable Housing Policy 5.1.1) through the adoption
of an Ordinance. 1 2007 See comments listed under Program 5.1.2 above. Continued Appropriateness: In light of recent Court cases (e.g, Palmer/Sixth St Properties vs City of Los Angeles),
this program is not included in the City’s 2013-2020 Housing Element. The City adopted implementation guidelines for the Balanced Communities policy in September 2012. Policy H5.2 -Encourage
the development of sufficient and suitable new rental housing opportunities within each of the City’s four geographic Planning Areas, particularly for very low-and low-income households.
5.2.1 New Rental Housing Promote, through incentives (i.e., fee reductions/deferrals, streamlined project approvals, etc.), the development of new rental housing affordable to very low-and
low-income households where such housing will provide a balanced inventory of housing types (e.g., multi-family rental and owner 1 Ongoing In 2010, building permits were issued for 143
new low-income units in the east as part of Phase II of The Landings. Construction and lease up are expected in mid 2011. Development projects were provided with financial assistance,
fast tracking, technical assistance, and other incentives to provide
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Status of Program Implementation occupied housing) within the Northwest, Southwest, East and Bayfront Planning Areas. Unit mix, in terms of number of bedrooms should be consistent with
the identified need with a particular emphasis on large family units (3 or more bedrooms). Encourage the inclusion of housing for very low-and low-income households within the actual
development (“on-site”) and/or in areas that offer residents easy access to goods, services, jobs, transportation, education and recreation. 50 low-income units in East & 260 low-income
units in West. housing for very low and low income households. These developments are also strategically located in areas with immediate access to public transit, shopping, and other
neighborhood services. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period: 94 new low-income rental units were created in the west and 235 new lowincome units were created on the east. Continued
Appropriateness: There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. This program is no longer included within the 2013-2020 Housing Element. The City will continue
to promote affordable housing within areas of the community that provide a balance of housing opportunities throughout the City utilizing its Balanced Communities Housing policy and
its Affordable Housing Incentive ordinance.
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5.2.2 Incentives for Rental Housing Consider the formal adoption of project-based incentives that encourage development of additional new rental housing opportunities, particularly to
accommodate very low-income households, large families, and special needs populations. Also refer to Policies H 7.2 and 7.4 for possible assistance and incentives. 1 2007 See comments
listed above in Program 5.1.2. Staff has been working with the Affordable Housing Working Group to identify assistance and thresholds for incentives, including those that would encourage
development of rental housing for special needs populations. Continued Appropriateness: This program is not included in the City’s 2013-2020 Housing Element. The City adopted an Affordable
Housing Incentives ordinance in December 2012. 5.2.3 Incentives for Housing Located in Redevelopment Areas Provide incentives for projects located in redevelopment project areas to provide
affordable housing within the proposed project (“onsite”) and to exceed affordable housing requirements established by the Community Redevelopment Law (CRL), particularly for those income
categories least served. Also refer to Policies H 7.2 and 7.4 for suggested 1 2007 See comments listed in Program 5.2.2 above. Staff has been working with the Affordable Housing Working
Group to establish a scale for the level of incentives and assistance provided to a project, including meeting or exceeding criteria established through CRL in redevelopment project
areas. Continued Appropriateness:
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Status of Program Implementation assistance and incentives. This program is not included in the City’s 2013-2020 Housing Element. In February 2012, the State of California dissolved
redevelopment. The City adopted an Affordable Housing Incentives ordinance in December 2012 which is applicable to residential developments throughout the City. Policy H5.3 -Support
efforts to increase homeownership rates, particularly in the Northwest and Southwest Planning areas, meeting or exceeding the regional average as a means to build individual wealth and
stabilize existing residential neighborhoods. 5.3.1 First Time Homebuyer Assistance Continue assistance to low-income households in purchasing their first home through the City’s First
Time Homebuyer Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Program. Consider amendments, as necessary, to the Program to adequately reflect real estate market conditions. 1 2007 In response
to the foreclosure crisis, in June 2008, the City adopted a new program to assist First-Time Homebuyers purchase Real-Estate Owned (REO) properties within Chula Vista and in March 2009
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development approved the City's amendment to the Annual Action Plan to receive $2.8M in new Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds. In
2010 the City created a secondary program to the gap financing offered to acquire, rehabilitate, and resale units in order to allow additional options for buyers to
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compete in the market. 8 properties were purchased in 2010. During 2010, 5 low income and 3 moderate income households became first-time homebuyers through the City's First-Time Homebuyer
Programs. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element reporting period: 18 households (15 low and 3 moderate) became homeowners through gap financing and 282 households (99 low and 183 moderate)
became homeowners through the inclusionary policy. Continued Appropriateness: The City will continue to offer homeownership opportunities for lower income households. This program is
included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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Status of Program Implementation 5.3.2 Continued Occupancy for Homeownership Units Consider enhancements to policies and programs that further encourage long-term occupancy of housing
by a low-income household, where practical. 1 2007 See comments listed under Program 5.3.1 above. In December 2008 staff began drafting amendments to the DCCA Guidelines to adhere to
program requirements of the new NSP funding. As part of that effort, staff has identified a new equity share structure to encourage longterm occupation of homeowner units. Continued
Appropriateness: This program is not included in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element with the implementation of the new equity share structure. 5.3.3 New For Sale Housing Promote and support
the development and sale of new entrylevel homes, including nontraditional land use and financial approaches such as cooperatives, community land trusts, and manufactured housing, that
are affordable to low-and moderateincome households where such housing will provide a balanced inventory of housing types (e.g., 1 Ongoing The City continues to support nontraditional
housing types for low-and moderate-income households. Due to declining market conditions in 2008 and 2009, new construction came to a near halt. In response to the rising foreclosure
rate in Chula Vista, in June 2008 the City adopted a new program to focus efforts on removing foreclosed vacant properties from our housing stock by approving a REO first-time homebuyer
program. See
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multi-family rental and owner occupied housing) within the Northwest, Southwest, and East Planning Areas. Unit mix, in terms of number of bedrooms should be consistent with the identified
need, with a particular emphasis on large family units (3 or more bedroom units). Encourage the inclusion of housing for low-and moderate income households within the actual development
(“on-site”). 200 lowand 200 moderate-income units in East. 30 to 50 low-and moderateincome units in the West. comments under Program 5.3.1 above. Continued Appropriateness: There remains
a significant need for affordable housing in the community, particularly rental housing for lower income households. This program is no longer included within the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
The City will continue to promote affordable housing within areas of the community that provide a balance of housing opportunities throughout the City utilizing its Balanced Communities
Housing policy, Affordable Housing Incentive ordinance and first time homebuyer assistance programs. 5.3.4 Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC) Continue to participate with the County
of San Diego and other cities to issue and renew Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC) to qualified firsttime low-and moderate-income homebuyers. First-time homebuyers are referred by the
Community Development Department to the 1 Ongoing In 2010, 24 households became new homeowners in Chula Vista utilizing the MCC program which entitled them to take a federal income tax
credit of fifteen to twenty percent (15% to 20%) of the annual interest they pay on their home mortgage and increasing their qualified maximum loan amount.
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Status of Program Implementation administrating agency. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period: 62 households utilized MCCs. Continued Appropriateness: The City will continue to
promote affordable housing opportunities for low and moderate income households, as funds are available. This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 5.3.5 Homebuyer Education
& Counseling Support and encourage developers, lenders and social service organizations to provide educational programs, loan counseling, and materials for homeowners and potential homeowners
on home maintenance, improvement, and financial management. The purpose of these educational programs will be to help first-time homebuyers prepare for the purchase of a home and to
understand the importance of maintenance, equity, appreciation, and personal 2 Ongoing The City continues to participate with Community HousingWorks to offer bilingual homebuyer education
(HBE) and foreclosure counseling. In 2010, 4 HBE classes were held in Chula Vista with 66 graduates. 27 Chula Vista residents received pre-purchase counseling in 2010 and 244 have received
it during the 2005- 2010 Housing Element period. In addition, the City has worked with the Housing Opportunities Collaborative to host information session at the public libraries on
foreclosure topics and has co-hosted
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budgeting to minimize foreclosure rates. several HOME Clinics (Home Owners Mobile Education) where distressed homeowners can receive free one-on-one foreclosure counseling. In addition,
at a Chula Vista October 2009 HOME Clinic, Fannie Mae provided a Making Home Affordable workshop, informing homeowners of eligibility and the process to receive loan modifications through
the federal program. Community HousingWorks also offers foreclosure prevention counseling and 139 Chula Vista were seen in 2010, resulting in 54 loan modifications. During the 2005-
2010 Housing Element period 511 households have taken advantage of this service. Continued Appropriateness: The City will continue to promote and collaborate with third parties to provide
home ownership education programs for low and moderate income households. This
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Status of Program Implementation program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 5.3.6 Support Private Financial Assistance Programs Support and encourage lenders, community development
organizations and others to use nontraditional financial approaches to assist low-and moderate-income first time homebuyers such as Individual Development Accounts and other emerging
financial approaches. 2 Ongoing See comments listed above for Programs 5.3.3 and 5.3.5. Continued Appropriateness: The City will continue to promote and collaborate with third parties
to provide programs and opportunities for low and moderate income households. This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 5.3.7 Pursue Additional Financing Sources Proactively
pursue Federal, State or private funding to provide additional resources specifically targeting teachers and public safety personnel. 2 Ongoing See comments listed above for Programs
5.3.3 and 5.3.5. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been revised to include the City’s participation in eCivis software to pursue financing resources and is included in the
2013-2020 Housing Element.
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Policy H5.4 -Support mobilehome parks as an affordable homeownership opportunity, consistent with the General Plan. 5.4.1 Mobilehome Space Rent Review Continue to enforce CVMC Chapter
9.50 to protect mobilehome residents’ investment in their home while at the same time providing a reasonable return to the park owner in order to preserve this affordable housing alternative.
Monitor and revise this Ordinance, as necessary, to ensure the provision of fair and reasonable rents for residents and a reasonable rate of return for park owners. 1 Ongoing The City
continues to monitor and enforce the Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance. In 2010, the Mobilehome Rent Review Commission (MHRRC) heard one case affecting 200 existing residents of
the Brentwood Mobilehome Park. In addition, 2 change of ownership cases were slated for the January 2011 MHRRC meeting. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period, the commission has
held hearings to review proposed increases in rent for 6 change of ownership cases and 242 existing tenant increases. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020
Housing Element. 5.4.2 Resident Ownership of Mobilehome Parks When mobilehome park owners want to sell their parks, promote the purchase by park residents through technical assistance
in preparing 2 Ongoing No mobilehome/trailer parks have been listed for sale during the 2005-2010 Housing Element period.
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Status of Program Implementation applications for funding sources such as the State Mobilehome Assistance Program and in accordance with CVMC Chapter 9.60, supporting California Civil
Code Section 798.80. Accordingly, resident organizations shall have a right to purchase a park listed for sale if the organization is able to reach an acceptable price and terms and
conditions of a purchase with the mobilehome park owner. Financial assistance provided by the City, Agency, State, or other funding sources may be limited to income eligible residents
and require affordable housing costs. Focus assistance on uses that are consistent with the General Plan Plan within Mobilehome Park (MHP) zone designations; not those that are non-conforming
uses. Continued
Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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Objective H6 -Promote the development of a variety of housing choices, coupled with appropriate services, to meet the needs of special population groups, including the homeless, those
"at-risk" of becoming homeless, persons with physical and/or developmental disabilities, emancipated foster youth, students, athletes at the Olympic Training Center, single-parent households,
farmworkers and seniors. Policy H6.1 -Support the coordination of existing and new regional and local efforts to provide housing and services for the homeless through a continuum of
care model. 6.1.1 Homeless & "At-Risk" Homeless-Regional Planning Continue to participate in regional planning efforts to address needs of the homeless, including the Regional Task Force
on the Homeless and the South Bay Homeless Coalition. 1 Ongoing The City continues to participate in regional organizations focused on housing and other needs of the homeless or near
homeless population. Such organizations include the Regional Continuum of Care Council of San Diego County, Local Emergency Food and Shelter Board, South Bay Homeless Advocacy Coalition,
the Regional Task Force on the Homeless (RTF), and the FEMA and County of San Diego Hotel/Motel Voucher Program. In 2010, the City participated in the San Diego Grantmakers Homelessness
Working Group's Keys to Housing coalition, a group aimed at developing a regional vision of ending family homelessness.
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Status of Program Implementation In addition, the City participated in the September 2006 adoption of the 10-year "Plan to End Chronic Homelessness in the San Diego Region" and continues
to work with regional partners to implement the plan. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 6.1.2 Homeless & "At-Risk Homeless"-Regional
Funding Continue to support regional funding efforts to develop new housing facilities for the homeless and maintain existing facilities and services, including the Regional Continuum
of Care Council for San Diego County and its application for funding through the Federal Supportive Housing Program, local FEMA Board, County of San Diego Hotel/Motel Voucher Program
and temporary winter shelters. 1 Ongoing South Bay Community Services (SBCS) is the primary service agency that provides homeless shelter and services in Chula Vista. SBCS operates four
transitional living programs and the City has allocated annual CDBG funds to SBCS for youth and family support services, and housing services. SBCS also administers the City’s Homeless
Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing program funds ($819,738) received from the ARRA of 2009 to assist families who are at risk of becoming homeless. A small portion is also earmarked to
assist those to rapidly
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become re-housed after experiencing a recent incident of homelessness. In 2010, SBCS assisted 66 households with such case management services. The City also provides annual funding
for the Ecumenical Council Winter Rotational Shelter program to assist homeless at various sites throughout the County, including Chula Vista. Continued Appropriateness: This program
is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 6.1.3 Existing & New Emergency Shelters & Transitional Housing Continue in-kind and financial assistance for existing and new emergency
shelters and transitional housing facilities that serve the City by providing technical assistance, siting opportunities, grants, or low cost loans to operating agencies. 1 Ongoing See
comments under Program 4.2.3 above, in 2010, the City provided funded to SBCS to provide transitional housing rental assistance through HPRP funds. In FY 2007-08 $315,000 in HOME Program
funds were allocated to SBCS for a Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) for transitional housing opportunities.
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Status of Program Implementation Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. To comply with new State law, the 2013-2020 Housing Element includes
a program to revise its Zoning Ordinance to address the provision of emergency shelters and transitional housing within one year of the adoption of the Housing Element. 6.1.4 Information
of Resources for Basic Needs Develop publicly distributed informational materials to provide contact information regarding basic needs, such as emergency food, shelter, and services
for the homeless. 2 2008 The City participates in the South Bay Homeless Advocacy Coalition and provides a South Bay Directory of Emergency Shelter and Food Assistance. In addition,
the City provides referral services to all callers requesting such information. In 2009 and 2010 the hosted and/or participated in a South Bay Homeless Forum which brought together providers
of homeless and near homeless services to discuss current and relevant issues relating to needs and planning. Continued Appropriateness:
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This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. Policy H6.2 -Encourage the development of alternative housing types in locations with easy access to goods, services, transportation,
recreation and other appropriate services to accommodate the special needs of seniors, persons with disabilities, emancipated foster youth, students, athletes, and single person households.
6.2.1 Second Dwelling Units Continue to allow construction of new accessory secondary dwelling units in areas where the units do not compromise the neighborhood character, as defined
in Section 19.58.022, Accessory Second Dwelling Units, of the Chula Vista Municipal Code. 1 Ongoing In 2010, 4 permits were issued for accessory second dwelling units. During the 2005-2010
Housing Element period: 86 permits. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 6.2.2 Shared Living Support programs for shared living that
connect those with a home and are willing to share living accommodations with those that are seeking housing, particularly seniors, students, and single person households. In 2006, the
local social service agency that provided shared living referrals cease providing this 1 Ongoing City policies continue to support alternative housing types. The City has provided past
financial support to Social Service providers offering shared housing services. Since 2005, CDBG funding for these services was provided. However in 2006, the local social service agency
that provided shared living referrals ceased providing this service.
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Status of Program Implementation service. Continued Appropriateness: There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. Shared housing is a cost effective program
to meet this need. This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 6.2.3 Co-Housing Evaluate the viability of co-housing where residents share common facilities (e.g., cooking
facilities) and amendments to Title 19 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code and other documents, where appropriate, to facilitate its development. 2 Ongoing This program is identified as
a Level 2 priority. Due to the City’s current budgetary reductions, review and amendments of the City’s Municipal Code are being completed on an as needed basis. Any proposal to provide
co-housing will be evaluated and processed on a project-byproject basis. Continued Appropriateness: There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. Cohousing
is a cost effective program to meet this need. This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
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6.2.4 Farmworker Housing Continue to monitor the continued availability of farmworker housing at the Brisa del Mar development to ensure the continued provision of housing to meet the
needs of the City’s farmworker population. 1 Ongoing 34 units within Brisas del Mar have been made available and are currently occupied by eligible farmworkers/day laborers. Continued
Appropriateness: This program is not included in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element due to the limited need for this special needs population. 6.2.5 University Housing Encourage the development
of a variety of housing types in the University Village Focus Area in the East, recognizing the need for higher residential densities and the need for varied housing resulting from the
proposed university, such as housing for students, faculty and employees. 2 Ongoing The City continues to work with property owners for the development of a University Park and Research
Center (UPRC) in the eastern area of the City. Efforts are concentrated on land acquisition and the designation of appropriate land uses. Current economic conditions may delay these
efforts. Therefore, this program has been reprioritized and will be pursued in concert with the development efforts for the UPRC. Continued Appropriateness: This program is not included
in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. There remains a significant need for affordable housing in
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Status of Program Implementation the community. Due to the limited financial resources available to the City, the City will seek to utilize its resources for opportunities for all lower
income households, particularly those economically vulnerable population groups. 6.2.6 Olympic Training Center Housing Encourage the development of housing located at the Olympic Training
Center (OTC) for athletes and employees participating in programs at the Center. 2 Ongoing The Olympic Training Center is facing a shortage of appropriate housing located on-site or
within close proximity for its athletes in training. The provision of such housing will play a significant role in the continued success of the OTC. The OTC continues to discuss potential
housing opportunities with a site adjacent to the OTC that has future development potential. Continued Appropriateness: This program is not included in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element.
There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. Due to the limited financial resources available to the City, the City will seek to utilize its resources for
opportunities for all lower income
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households, particularly those economically vulnerable population groups. 6.2.7 Accessible Housing Regulations Continue to maintain and implement California Title 24 provisions for the
review and approval of residential developments. 1 Ongoing All housing developments submitted to the City or plan review and permitting are checked for compliance with California Title
24 provisions. No permits are issued until the design of the development satisfies all requirements. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
6.2.8 Senior Housing Services Encourage the development of senior housing developments through incentives (i.e, expedited processing, fee waivers, etc.) that provide a wide range of
housing choices from independent living to assisted living with access to services on-site, including healthcare, nutrition, transportation and other appropriate services. 2 Ongoing
In 2007, MAAC Project completed the construction of a 41-unit low income affordable housing development for very low and low-income seniors. In late 2008, grading began in eastern Chula
Vista for Westmont Senior Living, a senior care facility that will house a 92 unit assisted living building and a 16 unit memory care/Alzheimer’s facility. The City continues to discuss
potential senior services and housing with developers as
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Status of Program Implementation relevant. Continued Appropriateness: This program is not included in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. There remains a significant need for affordable
housing in the community. Due to the limited financial resources available to the City, the City will seek to utilize its resources for opportunities for all lower income households,
particularly those economically vulnerable population groups. Objective H7 -Facilitate the creation, maintenance, preservation and conservation of affordable housing for lower and moderate-income
households through comprehensive planning documents and processes, and the provision of financial assistance and other incentives. Policy H7.1 -Ensure Chula Vista’s plans and policies
addressing housing, such as the Zoning Ordinance, Sectional Planning Area Plans, and Specific Plans, encourage a variety of housing product that responds to variations in income level,
the changing live-work patterns of residents and the needs of the City’s diverse population. 7.1.1 Specific Plans Develop and consider for adoption Specific Plans for the Urban Core
and Southwest Planning Areas in order to implement the General Plan Update which will allow the development of higher density housing, particularly within 1 2006- 2008 In April 2007
the Urban Core Specific Plan was adopted. The Southwest Working Group met monthly in 2010 to provide community input on specific plans, streetscape master plans, and zoning changes for
the five
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identified mixed use residential and mixed use transit focus areas. Ensure development within the Urban Core Specific Plan allows for permitted “by-right” residential development in
appropriate subdistricts to ensure zoning standards can accommodate development capacities in western Chula Vista that meet the adjusted RHNA allocations as shown in Table C-9 of the
Housing Element. Residential development shall fulfill the requirements of Government Code Section 65583.2. identified “change” districts in Southwest Chula Vista. Zoning codes in two
of those districts have been modified to allow “byright” mixed use residential/commercial development. These modified codes are expected to be approved by the City Council in January
2011. The specific plan for the Palomar change area is underway. Consultants have been hired for the market and circulation studies for the plan. The Specific plan is expected to be
completed by the end of 2011. The Main Street change area streetscape plan is in its preliminary stages, and is expected to progress in 2011. Continued Appropriateness: This program
is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. The program focuses now on the Southwest area of the community since the Urban Core Specific plan has since been adopted.
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Status of Program Implementation 7.1.2 Zoning Update Title 19 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, to implement housing-related land use policy contained in the General Plan Update of
2005. 1 2007 Due to the City’s current budgetary reductions, review and amendments to Title 19 of the City’s Municipal Code are being completed on an as needed basis. In 2009, the City
began efforts to draft specific plans for the South West area of the City to implement the land use policy of the General Plan. Staff continues to work with the community related to
specific plans for this area. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 7.1.3 Remove Constraints to Housing for Persons with Disabilities
Review and update applicable sections of the Chula Vista Municipal Code and Building code and other City processes to remove identified constraints, if any, and establish a formal reasonable
accommodation procedure to grant exception in zoning and land use for persons with disabilities. 1 2009 See comments under Program 7.2.1. Although Disability Housing has not been specifically
addressed, flexible development standards could be a topic for future discussions and analysis. Continued Appropriateness: This program is not included in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element.
The City’s codes
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have been revised to remove constraints and provide a process for reasonable accommodations in Summer 2012. 7.1.4 Encouragement of Infill Construction The City will continue to encourage
in-fill development within feasible development sites in Western Chula Vista and nonvacant sites for homeownership and rental units through a proactive and coordinated effort with the
redevelopment agency, planning division and private development entities to provide development guidance and assistance to encourage the construction of residential development affordable
to very low-, low-and moderate-income levels through a variety of land use tools (i.e, streamlined review, reduced development standards, land assemblage, lot consolidation, fee assistance
and other methods deemed appropriate). 1 Ongoing In April 2009, a 42 unit multi-family rental complex in western Chula Vista called, "Los Vecinos" was completed. The project was a joint
effort of the Redevelopment and Housing Divisions of Development Services, and benefited from expedited processing in the Planning and Building Divisions. Due to the economic downturn
and lack of funding sources, there has been little money for development or construction. The Agency has focused its efforts on reviewing plans and policies to make sure it is ready
when the market turns around. Continued Appropriateness: Based on the significant downturn of the economy and residential market in the mid 2000’s and dissolution of redevelopment, this
program is not included in the 2013- 2020 Housing Element.
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Status of Program Implementation Policy H7.2 -Ensure the entitlement process and infrastructure levies do not affect the feasibility of affordable housing development. 7.2.1 Priority
Processing Assign priority processing of the necessary entitlements and plan checks to expedite the development process for residential developments, which do not require extensive Engineering
or environmental review, with at least 15 percent of the units as affordable for very low-and lowincome households. 2008 Ongoing See comments under Program 4.1.2 above. In 2009, the
Affordable Housing Working Group looked at avenues to improve the development review process, including: fee waivers/deferrals, flexible development standards, and/or other mechanisms
to provide incentives to projects meeting certain thresholds of affordability. In 2009 the City’s "Development Process Streamlining Committee" evaluated impediments to the planning process
including: entitlement processing, development fees, and regulatory issues. A proposal is being made to consolidate public hearings and save time on the overall review process. Although
affordable housing has not been specifically addressed by the Streamlining Committee, it will be a topic for future discussions and analysis including:
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expedited processing, fee waivers, and flexible development standards. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 7.2.2 Development Fees Continue
to consider subsidizing, waiving, or deferring fees for affordable units for very low-and low-income households on a case-bycase basis. Requests are evaluated based upon the development’s
effectiveness and efficiency in achieving the City’s underserved housing needs and as allowed by the City’s Municipal Code. Also refer to related H Policy 7.4.5. 2008 Ongoing See comments
under Program 7.2.1. Given current market conditions it is unlikely that in the next few years any, affordable housing included, residential infill development will be built without
some type of public subsidy. The Agency is exploring the potential for impact fee credits for development within redevelopment project areas. Continued Appropriateness: This program
is included in the 2013-2020 Housing Element. 7.2.3 Flexible Development Standards Continue to encourage the provision of flexible development standards in residential zoning districts
as part of 2008 Ongoing See comments under Program 7.2.1. Continued Appropriateness:
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Status of Program Implementation the City’s discretionary review process to facilitate the development of housing for very low and lowincome households. This program is no longer included
within the 2013-2020 Housing Element. There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. The City will continue to promote affordable housing utilizing its Balanced
Communities Housing policy and its Affordable Housing Incentive ordinance. 7.2.4 Article XXXIV Assess the applicability of Article XXXIV of the California Constitution to certain housing
developments where the City and/or Agency are considering financial assistance or other incentives to assist in the development of affordable housing. Evaluate the appropriateness of
a possible referendum to obtain more authority for the City/Agency’s development, construction or acquisition of “low rent housing.” 1 2007 As of 2008, a balance of 26 units remain from
the passage of the original Proposition C in April 1978, authorizing the development, construction, or acquisition of "low rent housing" by the Agency. In November 2006, voters approved
an additional authority of 1,600 units of assisted affordable housing in the City. Since 2006, 242 units have been financially assisted by the City and/or Agency, leaving a total balance
of 1,384 units . Continued Appropriateness This program is not included within the 2013-2020 Housing Element since it has
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been completed. Policy H7.3 -Pursue opportunities to expand financial resources assisting housing development for lower and moderate-income households. 7.3.1 Expand Redevelopment Project
Areas Evaluate the viability of expanding redevelopment project areas to include more residential areas. 1 2007 In December 2009, the City approved a fiveyear implementation plan for
redevelopment that included plans to conduct a feasibility study for expanding the Redevelopment Project Areas. Continued Appropriateness This program is not included within the 2013-2020
Housing Element due to the dissolution of redevelopment. 7.3.2 Maximize Redevelopment Funds Develop financial strategies that maximize redevelopment income streams, such as bond financing.
1 2008 See comments under Program 7.2.1. Continued Appropriateness This program is not included within the 2013-2020 Housing Element due to the dissolution of redevelopment.
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Status of Program Implementation 7.3.3 California Reinvestment Act Work with local financial institutions to meet their community reinvestment obligation under the Community Reinvestment
Act. 2 Ongoing Staff continues to monitor the
activities of lending institutions and their obligations under the Community Reinvestment Act through the efforts of the City-County Reinvestment Task Force. Discussion with active
lenders in the REO market took place in 2009 to discuss implementation of certain requirements of the Federal Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). Several lenders developed first-look
programs that allowed first-time homebuyers access to properties before being listed on the open market. Continued Appropriateness This program is not included within the 2013-2020 Housing
Element due to the dissolution of redevelopment.
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7.3.4 Pursue Affordable Housing Funding Proactively pursue available Federal or State funding to increase, preserve, and enhance housing affordable to low-income households. 1 2008 Staff
continues to monitor available grant opportunities and analyzes Notices of Funding Availability for the appropriateness of such programs and its effectiveness in addressing Chula Vista's
housing needs. As funding opportunities are identified, the City will make application, if appropriate, or forward such information to affordable housing developers for their consideration
and support their efforts. Given the current economic downturn at both the national and state level, available financing for the production and preservation of housing may be limited
and competitive. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been revised to include the City’s participation in eCivis software to pursue financing resources and is included in the
2013-2020 Housing Element. Policy H7.4 -Provide financial assistance and incentives for the preservation and creation of affordable housing to address the underserved financial needs
of very low-and low-income households throughout the City.
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Status of Program Implementation 7.4.1 Density Bonus Amend Title 19 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code to authorize a density bonus and/or other incentives for new housing developments
and condominium conversions providing the required affordable housing as specified in the California Government Code. 1 2007 See comments under Program 4.1.2. In 2008, staff drafted
a Density Bonus Ordinance and anticipates taking it to Council in mid 2011. Continued Appropriateness This program is included within the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. The City adopted
an Affordable Housing Incentives ordinance in December 2012 which is applicable to residential developments throughout the City. 7.4.2 Land Banking Actively identify and pursue funding
and the acquisition of sites located in proximity to goods, services, jobs, transportation, education, recreation and/or other amenities for permanent affordable housing. The City shall
seek partnerships with developers of affordable housing, particularly with non-profit organizations based within the San Diego County region, to develop such sites. Development of affordable
1 2006- 2008 Due to the economy during the period of 2005-2009, the Agency had not actively pursued the acquisition of sites for the development of housing, including affordable housing.
Funding for new residential construction, including affordable units, had diminished, making it difficult for developers to finance any new residential projects – redevelopment projects
would require significant subsidies. As the economy has begun to stabilize and
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housing opportunities may be established through a Community Land Trust model to assure the continued affordability of housing for future and current homebuyers. prices have decreased,
the City is starting a proactive approach to affordable housing development. In conjunction with four selected developers, the City is drafting an affordable housing strategy to implement
over the next few years. The strategy will help steer the types and locations of projects. Continued Appropriateness: This program is no longer included within the 2013-2020 Housing
Element. There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. With limited availability of financing, the City will continue to promote affordable housing utilizing
its Balanced Communities Housing policy and its Affordable Housing Incentive ordinance. 7.4.3 Public Property Evaluate the viability of providing affordable housing on City or Redevelopment
Agency owned property that becomes available or is deemed surplus property. 1 Ongoing Staff has evaluated its existing inventory of City and/or Agency owned land. Both the City and Agency
have limited ownership of land, of which very little is currently suitable for residential development. As
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Status of Program Implementation opportunities of surplus land become available, the City will continue to evaluate the suitability of such land for residential purposes and the viability
for affordable housing. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included within the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. 7.4.4 Affordable Housing in Public or Quasi-Public Zones Evaluate the
appropriateness of allowing affordable housing within public or quasi-public zoning designations, when appropriate. 1 2008- 2009 See comments under Program 7.2.1. An incentive being
considered under the Affordable Housing Working Group is to allow affordable housing development in in zones designated for other uses. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included
within the 2013- 2020 Housing Element.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
7.4.5 Financial Assistance Continue evaluating on a case-bycase basis requests from developers and owners of new or existing residential development for financial assistance to provide
affordable housing opportunities for very lowand low income households within such developments. Requests are evaluated based upon the development’s effectiveness and efficiency in achieving
the City’s underserved housing needs, such as very low-income households and rental housing for large families. Assistance will be offered to the extent that resources and programs are
available. 1 Ongoing See comments under Program 7.2.1. The City continues to look at projects projects on a caseby-case basis for various incentives, however the Affordable Housing Working
Group is looking at establishing thresholds for levels of assistance and incentives. Continued Appropriateness: This program is no longer included within the 2013-2020 Housing Element.
There remains a significant need for affordable housing in the community. With limited availability of financing, the City will continue to promote affordable housing utilizing its Balanced
Communities Housing policy and its Affordable Housing Incentive ordinance. Financial assistance will be considered through these programs. Goal H8 -Ensure the availability of housing
opportunities to persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, and familial status, source of income or sexual orientation.
Policy H8.1 -Ensure equal housing opportunities to prevent housing discrimination in the local housing market.
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation 8.1.1 Affirmative Marketing & Leasing Require affordable housing developments for low-and moderateincome households to comply with the following policies:
-In marketing and leasing efforts, require outreach to minority communities, including advertising in multi-lingual media; -Require the monitoring of lease and sales efforts for compliance
with affirmative marketing; and, -Require periodic reporting to the Community Development Department on the composition of resident populations in units, income levels and affordability
of the units. 1 Ongoing The City continues to require all developers of affordable housing communities to provide the City with a Marketing Plan, including efforts for affirmative marketing
to minority communities. All marketing plans are required as condition of the loan agreement and are subject to review and approval by the City. Continued Appropriateness: This program
is included within the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. 8.1.2 Fair Housing Education & Counseling Continue implementation of support programs for outreach and education on housing rights
to ensure information and materials are available to the entire community through a variety of means, fair housing counseling, and resolution of fair housing complaints. Where 1 Ongoing
In February 2009 the City entered into a contract with South Bay Community Services (SBCS) to provide outreach and counseling for fair housing issues. SBCS held various educational seminars
with mobilehome and property managers during 2009 and for property managers in 2010.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
appropriate, refer to other agencies, including State and Federal enforcement agencies. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included within the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. Goal
H9 -Promote and facilitate early, transparent public input and participation emphasizing community awareness of the City of Chula Vista's goals, tools, available resources and programs
for lower income households. Policy H9.1 -Encourage meaningful public participation by all segments of the community, including low-and moderate-income residents, the business sector,
social service agencies, renters and homeowners, when reviewing and developing City housing policies and affordable housing projects. 9.1.1 Public Input & Participation Incorporate public
input and participation in the design and development of City housing plans and policies. 1 Ongoing The City continues to provide opportunity for public input for all plans and policies.
The Mobilehome and Trailer Park Conversion Ordinance (CVMC 9.40) update included an extensive outreach process that included bilingual meetings and materials at each step of the process.
The City is currently taking similar measures to look at a variety of policies and ordinances through the Affordable Housing Working Group, see comments under 4.1.2. The development
of the 2005-2010 Housing Element also included an extensive public outreach process utilizing the Housing Advisory Committee (HAC). It is anticipated
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation that such a process will begin again for the 2010-2015 Housing Element update in mid 2010. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included within
the 2013- 2020 Housing Element. 9.1.2 Bilingual Noticing Expand the City’s bilingual noticing requirements for pending actions, meetings, and workshops sponsored by the City and/or Agency
related to affordable housing for low-and moderate-income households. 1 Ongoing The City continues to provide bilingual materials for all housing program marketing materials and provides
translation services as needed. Both bilingual materials and meetings were provided for the Mobilehome Conversion Ordinance in 2007. A pilot program was conducted from April 2006 through
June 2006 to identify the need for simultaneous translation services at City Council meetings. Continued Appropriateness: This program has been revised within the 2013-2020 Housing Element
to look at not only bilingual noticing but for development of a citywide Limited English Proficiency policy.
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
9.1.3 Public Outreach & Education of Resources Initiate a bilingual educational campaign to Spanish speaking lower income renters in the Northwest and Southwest Planning Areas to provide
information on the City’s housing resources and programs. 2 Ongoing The "Southwest Community Strengthening" process endeavored to improve communication with the Southwest portion of
the City, by: 1) Holding a series of community conventions from 2006-2008 to provide resource information on housing and other community needs; 2) Facilitating the purchase of new translation
equipment for future outreach efforts; and 3) Hosting a six-session leadership academy designed to provide community members knowledge about critical resources in the community, including
information on housing resources and programs. During the 2005-2010 Housing Element period, the City also provided materials and conducted bilingual meetings for the Mobilehome Conversion
Ordinance in 2007 and other related mobilehome meetings. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included within the 2013- 2020 Housing Element.
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65583. Describe progress of all programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E.
Status of Program Implementation 9.1.4 Marketing of Affordable Housing Sites Require through conditions of approval on discretionary permits, the development of outreach or other appropriate
marketing materials identifying the location and type of affordable housing sites citywide to ensure existing and potential residents are aware of affordable housing opportunities. 2
Ongoing The City continues to provide materials advertising available affordable housing communities and other housing programs available through the City or contract consultants. Such
information is made available at City offices, to the public upon request and at community events. Staff has provided information at such events as street fairs, community open houses,
grand opening of recreation centers and facilities and meetings of civic organizations and social service providers. Continued Appropriateness: This program is not included within the
2013-2020 Housing Element. Marketing of affordable housing sites will be combined with the City’s efforts to provide housing resources information on the City’s website, front counters
and other opportunities for public outreach. 9.1.5 Annual Housing Report Provide an annual report to an oversight body to advise the City Council on the City’s existing 1 Annually Redevelopment
& Housing staff continued efforts to develop a department Annual report to include housing information in
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programs including progress in removing regulatory barriers as identified in Housing Element. Name of Program Objective Priority Level Deadline in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
housing stock and policies. The annual report shall provide for a monitoring and reporting of updated housing data relative to housing starts, demolition and conversion of rental housing,
affordability levels, market trends, existing housing by tenure and type and by geographic areas, and other relevant data and an evaluation of progress in implementing the policies of
the Housing Element. The annual report shall also be made available for review in public locations. 2008, however due to budgetary constraints these efforts were suspended in late 2008/early
2009. In 2008, 2009 and 2010 the Housing Advisory and Mobilehome Rent Review Commissions met jointly to review Housing Element progress made during the previous year. It is anticipated
that the groups will meet again this April in their annual joint meeting to discuss relevant housing issues to each group. Continued Appropriateness: This program is included within
the 2013- 2020 Housing Element.
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX E Page AE-1 GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY ANALYSIS California State law requires General Plans to be internally consistent. Therefore, the goals and policies of each
Element must provide a level of consistency so that specific goals and policies contained in one element are not in conflict with those contained in another. Chula Vista’s General Plan
consists of seven elements required by State Law. An analysis of internal consistency summarized in Table E-1. Through this analysis, it has been determined that the Housing Element
provides consistency with the policies set forth in the General Plan and its associated elements. 1.0
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX E Page AE-3 Table E-1 CITY OF CHULA VISTA GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY ELEMENT CONSISTENCY ANALYSIS – POLICY RELATIONSHIP MATRIX Housing Element Goals and Policies
GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation Goal 1: Maintaining and Enhancing
Housing and Residential Neighborhoods Objective H1: Minimize blighting influences and maintain the integrity of residential neighborhoods Policy H 1.1 Facilitate the rehabilitation of
the City's existing housing stock LUT 2.1; LUT 2.2 GPI 3.4, GPI 3.8 • 1.1.1 Rehabilitation of Owner Occupied Housing • 1.1.2 Neighborhood Revitalization Program: Improve neighborhoods
. • 1.1.3 Rental Housing Rehabilitation: Assistance to private property owners to rehabilitate and set aside rental units for lower income households • 1.1.4 Acquisition and Rehabilitation
of housing for rental to very low-and low-income households • 1.1.5 Housing related environmental environmental hazard control Policy H 1.2 Eliminate overcrowded, unsafe, and unsanitary
housing conditions • 1.2.1 Multifamily housing inspection • 1.2.2 Mobilehome inspection program • 1.2.3 Code Enforcement activities to monitor housing and neighborhood conditions
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Housing Element Goals and Policies GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation
Objective H2: Promote the efficient use of water and energy to reduce long term operational costs of housing, provide healthy living environments, and contribute to the City’s goals
of protecting, conserving and enhancing environmental resources. Policy H 2.1 Encourage the efficient use and appropriate reuse of water by residents. ED 10.1, ED 10.2 PFS 2.1, PFS 2.2,
PFS 3.1, PFS 3.4, PFS 22.1, PFS 22.2, PFS 22.3, PFS 22.4, PFS 22.5 EE 2.3, EE EE 2.6, EE 3.1, EE 3.2, EE 3.3 EE 3.5, EE 3.6, EE 6.7, EE 7.1, EE 7.2, EE 7.3, EE 7.4 GM 1.5 • 2.1.1 Promote
water conservation, efficiency and reuse practices in existing and new development. • 2.1.2 Promote the use of low water demand landscaping, incorporating high efficiency irrigation
and drought tolerant plant materials in existing and new development. • 2.1.3 Continue to develop and update water-related building codes and development requirements. • 2.1.4 Promote
water conservation, efficiency, and reuse in the community through public education and technical assistance. Policy H 2.2 Encourage the efficient and renewable energy use of residents.
PFS 2.1, PFS 2.2, PFS 3.1, PFS 3.4, PFS 22.1, PFS 22.3, PFS 22.4, PFS 22.5 EE 6.7, EE 7.1, EE 7.2, EE 7.3, EE 7.4 GM 1.5 • 2.2.1 Maximize energy efficiency and integrate renewable energy
into projects through site and building design and energy efficient materials, equipment, and appliances. • 2.2.2 Develop, update and enforce energy-related buildings codes and requirements
as part of the development review process.
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GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation • 2.2.3 Promote development of Zero
Net Energy homes by incentives and leveraging resources available. • 2.2.4 Provide public education about energy efficiency and renewable energy and technical assistance. Goal 2: Balanced
and Diverse Housing Opportunities Objective H3: As required by State law, preserve existing affordable housing opportunities, where feasible and practical, to maintain an adequate supply
of affordable housing. Policy H 3.1 Preserve publicly assisted rental housing "at risk" of converting to market rate rents. LUT 2.2 • 3.1.1 Proactively work with property owner(s) of
two (2) "atrisk" assisted housing developments whose affordability restrictions are due to expire. LUT 1.10, LUT 2.2, LUT 3.7 Policy H 3.2 Monitor housing located in the Coastal Zone
occupied by low and moderate-income households and mitigate any loss of such housing. LUT 1.10, LUT 2.2, LUT 3.7 • 3.2.1 Comply with State Law regarding the monitoring and reporting
of housing units occupied by low or moderateincome households demolished within the Coastal Zone. • 3.2.2 Replacement of housing in the Coastal Zone that was demolished/converted and
occupied by low or moderate income households.
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Housing Element Goals and Policies GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation
Objective H4: Encourage planning practices that create sustainable communities and reduce greenhouse gas emissions consistent with the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan’s Sustainable
Communities Strategy. Policy H4.1: Encourage transit-oriented housing consistent with SANDAG’s Sustainable Communities Strategy (SB 375). • 4.1.1 Promote a land use pattern that is anticipated
to reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Objective H5: Encourage the provision of a wide range of housing choices by location, type of unit, and price level, in particular the establishment
of permanent affordable housing for low and moderate-income households. Policy H5.1: Balanced Communities-Affordable Housing LUT 1.9 GM 2.1, GM 3.4, GM 3.8 • 5.1.1 Implement the Balanced
Communities-Affordable Housing Policy requiring all new residential projects consisting of 50 or more dus to provide 10% of the units as affordable to low and moderate income households.
Policy H 5.2 Support efforts to increase the homeownership rate, particularly in the Northwest and Southwest Planning areas, up to the regional average to build individual wealth and
to stabilize existing residential neighborhoods. LUT 1.3; LUT 3.7 • 5.2.1 Provide low-income households currently residing in rent restricted affordable housing with assistance to purchase
their first home.
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GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation • 5.2.2 Participate with the County
of San Diego and other cities to provide Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC) to qualified first-time low and moderate-income homebuyers. • 5.2.3 Support third parties to organizations
to provide educational programs, loan counseling, and materials on homeownership. • 5.2.4 Support and encourage others to use non-traditional financial approaches to assist low-and moderate-income
first time homebuyers. Policy H 5.3 Support mobilehome parks as an alternative housing opportunity, particularly where consistent with the General Plan. LUT 1.9; LUT 1.10, LUT 2.1 ED
2.3 • 5.3.1 Enforce CVMC Chapter 9.50 for mobilehome space rent review. • 5.3.2 Promote the purchase of those mobilehome parks with a Mobilehome Park (MHP) zone designation by park residents,
in accordance with CVMC Chapter 9.60. • 5.3.3 Enforce CVMC Chapter 9.40 to protect the rights of residents as mobilehome/trailer parks are closed or converted to other uses.
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Housing Element Goals and Policies GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation
Objective H6: Promote the development of variety of housing, coupled with appropriate services, to meet the needs of special population groups, including the homeless, those "at-risk"
of becoming homeless, persons with physical and/or development disabilities, and seniors. Policy H 6.1: Support the coordination of existing and new regional and local efforts to provide
housing and services for the homeless through a continuum of care model. • 61.1 Participate in regional planning efforts to address needs of the homeless. • 6.1.2 Support regional funding
efforts to develop new housing facilities for the homeless and maintain existing facilities and services. • 6.1.3 Provide in-kind and financial assistance for existing and new emergency
shelters and transitional housing facilities. • 6.1.4 Implement a homeless prevention program providing rent subsidies for those at-risk of becoming homeless. • 6.1.5 Develop informational
materials that provide contact information regarding basic needs, such as emergency food, shelter, and services for the homeless.
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GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS
Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation Policy H 6.2 Encourage the development of alternative
housing types in locations with easy access to goods, services, transportation, recreation and other appropriate services to accommodate the special needs of seniors and persons with
disabilities. LUT 1.9, LUT 3.1, LUT 3.2, LUT 3.3; LUT 3.7; LUT 14.1 ED 2.3, ED 2.5 PFS 5.3, PFS 5.7, PFS 6.1, PFS 6.2, PFS 10.4, PFS 15.2, PFS 14.1, PFS 15.7 GM 2.1, GM 3.4, GM 3.8 •
6.2.1 Construction of new secondary dwelling units in areas where the units do not compromise the neighborhood character. • 6.2.2 Support private programs for shared living connecting
those with a home and those seeking housing, particularly seniors, students, and single person households. • 6.2.3 Evaluate the viability of co-housing and any necessary amendments to
Title 19 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code to facilitate its development. • 6.2.4 Maintain and implement California Title 24 provisions for residential developments. Goal 3: Government
Role and Process Objective H7: Facilitate the creation, maintenance, preservation and conservation of affordable housing for lower and moderate-income households through comprehensive
planning documents and processes and the provision of financial assistance and other incentives. Policy H 7.1: Ensure that all housing related City plans and policies encourage residential
development by providing a variety of housing product LUT 1.9; LUT 1.10; LUT 3.7 ED 2.3, ED 2.5 PFS 1.3 GM 2.1, GM 3.4, GM 3.8 • 7.1.1 Develop and consider for adoption specific plans
for the Southwest Planning Areas in order to implement housing-related land use policies of the General Plan.
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Housing Element Goals and Policies GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation
• 7.1.2 Update Title 19 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, to implement the General Plan Update of 2005. • 7.1.3 Amend the Zoning Ordinance within one year of adoption of the Housing
Element to address emergency shelters, and permit this use by right, within identified zones, consistent with SB 2. • 7.1.4 Amend the Zoning Ordinance to define transitional/supportive
housing. Transitional housing, pursuant to State Law. • 7.1.5 Amend the Zoning Ordinance to facilitate the provision of SROs, consistent with AB 2634. Policy H 7.2 Ensure the entitlement
process and infrastructure levies do not affect the feasibility of affordable housing development. ED 10.3 PFS 1.7 GM 1.8, GM 1.10, GM 2.3, GM 3.4 • 7.2.1 Continue implementation of
priority processing of the necessary entitlements and plan checks to expedite the development process for residential developments, which do not require extensive Engineering or environmental
review. • 7.2.2 Continue to consider subsidizing, waiving, or deferring fees for affordable units on a case-by-case basis. Requests are evaluated based upon the development's effectiveness
and efficiency in achieving the City's underserved housing needs and as allowed by the City's Municipal Code.
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GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation Policy H 7.3 Pursue opportunities
to expand financial resources for housing for lower and moderate-income households. LUT 14.1; PFS 1.7 GM 2.1, GM 3.3, GM 3.4, GM 3.8 • 7.3.1 Utilize the eCivis software program to proactively
pursue available Federal or State funding to increase, preserve, and enhance housing affordable to low income households. Policy H 7.4 Provide financial assistance and incentives for
the preservation and creation of affordable housing for the underserved needs of very low and low income households throughout the City. LUT 1.1, LUT 1.2, LUT 1.7, LUT 22.1, LUT 22.2,
LUT 32.1 GM 3.8, GM3.9 • 7.4.1 Provide a density bonus and/or other incentives for new housing housing developments and condominium conversions providing the required affordable housing.
• 7.4.2 Evaluate the viability of providing affordable housing on publicly owned property that becomes available or is deemed surplus property. • 7.4.3 Evaluate the appropriateness of
allowing affordable housing within “public" or "semi-public" zone designations, where appropriate.
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Housing Element Goals and Policies GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation
Objective H8: Ensure the availability of housing opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, familial
status, source of income, or sexual orientation. Policy H 8.1: Ensure equal housing opportunities to prevent housing discrimination in the local market. LUT 1.9, LUT 22.1, LUT 22.2 EE
2.3, EE 2.5 GM 3.8 • 8.1.1 Require affordable housing developments for low and moderate income households to outreach to minority communities and monitor for affirmative marketing. •
8.1.2 Contract with a service provider to implement programs for outreach and education on housing rights and counseling and mediation of discrimination complaints. Objective H9: Promote
and facilitate early and transparent public input and participation that emphasizes community education of goals, tools, and the processes for providing affordable housing, and available
resources and programs for lower income households. Policy H 9.1 Encourage meaningful public participation of all segments of the community, including low and moderate income residents,
the business sector, social service agencies, renters and homeowners, in the review and development of City housing policies and affordable housing projects. GPI 3.3, GPI 3.5 • 9.1.1
Incorporate public input and participation in the design and development of City housing plans and policies.
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GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Land Use and Transportation Economic Development Public Facilities and Services Environmental Growth Management Implementation • 9.1.2 Development of a City-wide
policy to provide services to persons with limited English proficiency with the goal of providing such persons with better access to verbal and written information provided by the City.
• 9.1.3 Develop and maintain outreach or other appropriate marketing materials identifying available housing resources and programs available in the City of Chula Vista. • 9.1.4 Provide
an annual report on the City's housing efforts, to the City Council and ensure the annual report is available for review in public locations.
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX F Page AF-1 COMMUNITY OUTREACH The Housing Element is representative of the desires of the local residents and addresses the concerns most important to the community
both now and in the future. Additionally, the State of California requires local governments make diligent efforts to involve all economic segments of the population in the development
of the Housing Element. The public’s input and participation in the Housing Element Update process is key to ensuring a shared vision and strategy for the City. During the preparation
of the Housing Element, community involvement included a presentation before the City’s Housing Advisory Commission, a housing stakeholder meeting, three community workshops, and implementation
of a Housing Needs Survey. Meetings and presentations focused on (1) informing the community of past and existing efforts to address previously identified housing needs, identified housing
needs based on current demographics and anticipated resources and (2) hearing from the community their top priorities in terms of housing needs by income group or targeted population
and to identify/refine possible housing policies/programs to address the specific needs and any geographical/locational considerations. A Housing Needs Survey was made available in both
English and Spanish to identify types of affordable housing needed, priorities for special needs groups, priority housing programs to address affordable housing needs in the community,
location of emergency housing, and any perceived constraints to housing. Responses from the community guided the Needs Assessment portion of the Housing Element, as well as the Housing
Policy and Implementation Plan (Part II of this Element). This appendix provides for a summary of the City’s efforts community outreach efforts and the responses received. 1.0
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX F Page AF-3 2013-2020 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY COMMENTS Prepared June 2012 Housing Advisory Commission January 25, 2012 Housing Stakeholder
Meeting March 8, 2012 Community Meeting March 21, 28 and 29, 2012 Housing Needs Survey (both in English & Spanish) Available from March-May 2012
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX F Page AF-5 Overview The State of California requires local governments make diligent efforts to involve all economic segments of the population in the development
of the Housing Element. The public’s input and participation in the Housing Element Update process is key to ensuring a shared vision and strategy for the City. It is the goal to ensure
that the Housing Element is representative of the desires of the local residents and addresses the concerns most important to the community both now and in the future. During the preparation
of the Housing Element, community involvement included a presentation before the City’s Housing Advisory Commission, a housing stakeholder meeting, three community workshops, and implementation
of a Housing Needs Survey available from March through April 2012 in both English and Spanish. This document provides a summary of the comments received through the public participation
process. Responses from the community guided the Needs Assessment portion of of the Housing Element, as well as the Housing Policy and Implementation Plan (Part II of this Element).
Noticing for the community workshops and the availability of the Housing Needs Survey was extensive and included direct mailings, distribution of notices via electronic mail and Nixle,
distribution of flyers, information on the City’s website, Facebook page, and posting of flyers at key City facilities (libraries and City Hall) within the city. Despite the City’s noticing
efforts, attendance at the community meetings was low, with an average of 3 participants per meeting. The City received a total of 72 responses to its Housing Needs Survey.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX F Page AF-6 City of Chula Vista General Plan Workshop Agendas Several opportunities were provided for the community to participate in the Housing Element process
and included: ?? Housing Advisory Commission on January 25, 2012; ?? Stakeholders meeting on March 8, 2012; and, ?? Community meetings held on March 21, 28, and 29, 2012. Meetings and
presentations focused on (1) informing the community of past and existing efforts to address previously identified housing needs, identified housing needs based on current demographics
and anticipated resources and (2) hearing from the community their top priorities in terms of housing needs by income group or targeted population and to identify/refine possible housing
policies/programs to address the specific needs and any geographical/locational considerations. Staff provided a power point presentation which included an overview of the City’s Housing
Element Update process, a review of the current City of Chula Vista Housing Element, and identified housing needs and key findings, and important trends in housing affecting Chula Vista.
Opportunity was provided for the community to ask questions and provide comments to staff. Given the current economic conditions and an anticipated lack of financial resources available
to the City for affordable housing, the remainder of the meeting was devoted to community discussion and comments on their top three (3) priorities in terms of housing needs by income
group or targeted population and to identify/refine possible housing policies/programs to address the specific needs and any geographical/locational considerations. Workshop participants’
comments were recorded on a wall graphic. In addition, the Housing Needs Survey was provided for participants to also provide comments and any additional comments. A prioritization exercise
was completed. Participants were provided with three (3) dot stickers to identify their top priorities for targeted populations and a corresponding program to address the housing needs
of the population group.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX F Page AF-7 Workshop Summary of Comments and Themes Housing Issues ?? Increase in social issues and their complexity. Social service providers can give a box
of food but aren’t in the business of providing the roof over their heads. ?? Current economy sees many struggling. o Seeing more younger aged and families in need of assistance. o Homeless
families are increasing. Percentage of those attributed to domestic violence has decreased. Financial circumstances play more of a factor for homeless families. o More people living
in their cars, rvs or “couch surfing” but they are staying in the area. o Doubling up and sharing of homes. o Even the moderate income households are affected ?? Trying to keep their
homes but have little resources to help them. ?? Paying a greater percentage of their income for their housing costs ?? Seeing them in food distribution lines Priority Targeted Population
?? Ninety-eight percent (98%) of clients seen by Family Resource Centers are extremely low and very low income households and are in need of housing. ?? Homeless, particularly families,
are the neediest group. There are limited dollars to assist this population group. ?? Extremely low income ?? Seniors ?? Families Priority Housing Programs ?? Transitional housing, emergency
shelters and acquisition and rehabilitation of existing housing for the homeless. ?? Transitional housing for extremely low income households. ?? Emergency assistance needs to be provided
immediately when it is needed not a week later or on a waiting list basis. ?? Rental assistance for extremely low and low income households. ?? Second dwelling units could be a good
alternative for seniors. ?? Community land trust model should be looked at for homeownership opportunities. ?? Prefabricated/manufactured homes. ?? Provide incentives and concessions
for those who have their own financial resources to provide housing. ?? Revisit the City’s Inclusionary Housing policy
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX F Page AF-8 City of Chula Vista General Plan ?? More housing in the form of new construction -Chula Vista Community Collaborative. ?? Acquisition and rehabilitation
of existing units when it results in a use converting to more affordable housing. – Chula Vista Community Collaborative. ?? Preserve what we have and look for opportunities with our
existing housing stock. Less priority on construction of new residential units. o Rehabilitation of housing o Keep people in their homes o Re-use ?? Maintain existing rent review regulations
for mobilehome owners. ?? With shrinking $, we need to be more creative and innovative o Business community (e.g. Chamber of Commerce) teaming up to offer discounts or programs to work
off security deposits, first and last month’s rent, etc. o Collaborate – take abandoned properties to rehab and provide training and contracting opportunities for the work needed ??
Preventative Programs o Financial fitness o Training ?? Housing assistance with purpose and responsibility o Should be looked at as a ladder and a way to step up. Look at providing programs/services
that are aimed to help families get in to improve their circumstances and then move on to a little better living situation. o Should go both ways. Recipients should be required to give
back to receive benefits. Geographic Considerations ?? The area of the City west of I-805 is already saturated with low cost housing particularly in the southwest area. This area needs
to increase the income levels of residents. ?? Western Chula Vista has many vacant buildings and lots and is blighted. Zoning must be revisited to promote financial feasibility and revitalization
of the area. More density is needed for revitalization. ?? Western Chula Vista has infrastructure needs. By redeveloping and revitalizing the area, it could bring change. Barriers to
Housing ?? Fees for second dwelling units are too high and cost prohibitive ?? Parking requirements for second dwelling units are too much. Homeowners could build bigger units or another
unit if it were not for the parking requirements.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX F Page AF-9 Housing Needs Survey A Housing Needs Survey was made available in both English and Spanish to identify types of affordable housing needed, priorities
for special needs groups, priority housing programs to address affordable housing needs in the community, location of emergency housing, and any perceived constraints to housing. The
City received a total of 72 responses to its Housing Needs Survey, with 3 responses received in Spanish. A significant number of the surveys (85%) were received from persons who were
notified of the availability of the survey but did not attend one of the community meetings. Survey respondents were primarily those who own and live within Chula Vista (61%) with 30%
who rent and live in Chula Vista. Six surveys were received from respondents identifying themselves as housing stakeholders, with only 1 survey received from a business owner. Following
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HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-1 GLOSSARY Above Moderate-Income Household. A household with an annual income usually greater than 120% of the area median family income adjusted by
household size, as determined by a survey of incomes conducted by a city of a county, or in the absence of such a survey, based on the latest available legibility limits established
by the U.S. Department of housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the §8 housing program. Apartment. An apartment is one (1) or more rooms in an apartment house or dwelling occupied
or intended or designated for occupancy by one (1) family for sleeping or living purposes and containing one (1) kitchen. Assisted Housing. Generally multi-family rental housing, but
sometimes single-family ownership units, whose construction, financing, sales prices, or rents have been subsidized by federal, state, or local housing programs including, but not limited
to Federal state, or local housing programs including, but not limited to Federal §8 (new construction, construction, substantial rehabilitation, and loan management set-asides), Federal
§s 213, 236, and 202, Federal §221 (d) (3) (below-market interest rate program), Federal §101 (rent supplement assistance), CDBG, FmHA §515, multi-family mortgage revenue bond programs,
local redevelopment and in lieu fee programs, and units developed pursuant to local inclusionary housing and density bonus programs. Below-market-rate (BMR). Any housing unit specifically
priced to be sold or rented to low-or moderate-income households for an amount less than the fair-market value of the unit. Both the State of California and the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development set standards for determining which households qualify as “low income” or “moderate income.” (2) The financing of housing at less tan prevailing interest rates.
Build-out. That level of urban development characterized by full occupancy of all developable sites in accordance with the General Plan; the maximum level of development envisioned by
the General Plan. Build-out does not assume that each parcel is developed to include all floor area or housing units possible under zoning regulations. 1.0
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-2 City of Chula Vista General Plan Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). A grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) on a formula basis for entitlement communities and by the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for non-entitled jurisdictions. This grant allots
money to cities and counties for housing rehabilitation and community development, including public facilities and economic development Condominium. A structure of two or more units,
the interior spaces of which are individually owned; the balance of the property (both land and building) is owned in common by the owners of the individual units. (See “Townhouse.”)
Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs). A term used to describe restrictive limitations that may be placed on property and its use, and which usually are made a condition of
holding title or lease. Deed. A legal document which affects the transfer of ownership of real estate from the seller to the buyer. Density Bonus. The allocation of development rights
that allow a parcel to accommodate additional square footage or additional residential units beyond the maximum for which the parcel is zoned, usually in exchange for the provision or
preservation of an amenity at the same site or at another location. Density, Residential. The number of permanent residential dwelling units per acre of land. Densities specified in
the General Plan may be expressed in unites per gross acre or per net developable acre. Developable Land. Land that is suitable as a location for structures and that can be developed
free of hazards to, and without disruption of, or significant impact on, natural resource areas. Down Payment. Money paid by a buyer from his own funds, as opposed to that portion of
the purchase price which is financed. Duplex. A detached building under single ownership that is designed for occupation as the residence of two families living independently of each
other. Dwelling Unit (du). du). A building or portion of a building containing one or more rooms, designed for or used by one family for living or sleeping purposes, and having a separate
bathroom and only one kitchen or kitchenette. See Housing Unit.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-3 Elderly Housing. Typically one-and two-bedroom apartments or condominiums designed to meet the needs of persons 62 years of age and older or, if
more than 150 units, persons 55 years of age and older, and restricted to occupancy by them. Emergency Shelter. A facility that provides immediate and short-term housing and supplemental
services for the homeless. Shelters come in many sizes, but an optimum size is considered to be 20 to 40 beds. Supplemental services may include food, counseling, and access to other
social programs. (See “Homeless” and “Transitional Housing.”) Fair Market Rent. The rent, including utility allowances, determined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development for purposed of administering the Section 8 Existing Housing Program. Family. (1) Two or more persons related by birth, marriage, or adoption [U.S. Bureau of the Census].
(2) An Individual or a group of persons living together who constitute a bona fide single-family housekeeping unit in a dwelling unit, not including a fraternity, sorority, club, or
other group of persons occupying a hotel, lodging house or institution of any kind [California]. General Plan. A comprehensive, long-term plan mandated by State Planning Law for the
physical development of a city or county and any land outside its boundaries which, in its judgment, bears relation to its planning. The plan shall consist of seven required elements:
land use, circulation, open space, conservation, housing, safety, and noise. The plan must include a statement of development policies and a diagram or diagrams illustrating the policies.
Goal. A general, overall, and ultimate purpose, aim, or end toward which the City will direct effort. Handicapped. A person determined to have a physical impairment or mental disorder
expected to be of long or indefinite duration. Many such impairments or disorders are of such a nature that a person’s ability to live independently can be improved by appropriate housing
conditions. Historic Preservation. The preservation of historically significant structures and neighborhoods until such time as, and in order to facilitate, restoration and rehabilitation
of the building(s) to a former condition. Historic Property. A historic property is a structure or site that has significant historic, architectural, or cultural value. Household. All
those persons—related or unrelated—who occupy a single housing unit. (See “Family.”)
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-4 City of Chula Vista General Plan Housing and Community Development Department (HCD). The State agency that has principal responsibility for assessing,
planning for, and assisting communities to meet the needs of low-and moderate-income house holds. Housing Element. One of the seven State-mandated elements of a local general plan, it
assesses the existing and projected housing needs of all economic segments of the community, identifies potential sites adequate to provide the amount and kind of housing needed, and
contains adopted goals, policies, and implementation programs for the preservation, improvement, and development of housing. Under State law, Housing Elements must be updated every five
years. Housing Payment. For ownership housing, this is defined as the mortgage payment, property taxes, insurance and utilities. For rental housing this is defined as rent and utilities.
Housing Ratio. The ratio of the monthly housing payment to total
gross monthly income. Also Called Payment-to-Income Ratio or Front-End Ratio. Housing Unit. The place of permanent or customary abode of a person or family. A housing unit may be a
single-family dwelling, a multi-family dwelling, a condominium, a modular home, a mobile home, a cooperative, or any other residential unit considered real property under State law.
Housing and Urban Development, U.S. Department of (HUD). A cabinet-level department of the federal government that administers housing and community development programs. Institutional.
Group quarters include nursing homes, orphanages, and prisons. Non-institutional group quarters include dormitories, shelters, and large boarding houses. Impacted Areas. Census tracts
where more than 50% of the dwelling units house low-and very lowincome households. Implementing Policies. The City’s statements of its commitments to consistent actions. Implementation.
Actions, procedures, programs, or techniques that carry out policies. Infill Development. The development of new housing or other buildings on scattered vacant lots in a built-up area
or on new building parcels created by permitted lot splits. Jobs-Housing Balance. A ration used to describe the adequacy of the housing supply within a defined area to meet the needs
of persons working within the same area. The General Plan uses SCAG’s definition which is a job total equal to 1.2 times the number of housing units within the area under consideration.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-5 Land Use Classification. A system for classifying and designating the appropriate use of properties. Live-Work Units. Buildings or spaces within
buildings that are used jointly for commercial and residential purposes where the residential use of the space is secondary or accessory to the primary use as a place of work. Low-income
Household. A household with an annual income usually no greater than 51%-80% of the area median family income adjusted by household size, as determined by a survey of incomes conducted
by a city or a county, or in the absence of such a survey, based on the latest available eligibility limits established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
for the §8 housing program. Low-income Housing Tax Credits. Tax reductions provided by the federal and State governments for investors in housing for low-income households. Manufactured
Housing. Residential structures that are constructed entirely in the factory, and which since June 15, 1976, have been regulated by the federal Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standards Act of 1974 under the administration of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). (See “Mobile Home” and “Modular Unit.”) Mixed-use. Properties on which
various uses, such as office, commercial, institutional, and residential, are combined in a single building or on a single site in an integrated development project with significant
functional interrelationships and a coherent physical design. A “single site” may include contiguous properties. Moderate-income Household. A household with an annual income usually
no greater than 81%-120% of the area median family income adjusted by household size, as determined by a survey of incomes conducted by a city or a county, or in the absence of such
a survey, based on the latest available eligibility limits established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Section 8 housing program. Modular Unit.
A factory-fabricated, transportable building or major component designed for use by itself or for incorporation with similar units on-site into a structure for residential, commercial,
education, or industrial use. Differs from mobile homes and manufactured housing by (in addition to lacking an integral chassis or permanent hitch to allow future movement) being subject
to California housing law design standards. California standards are more restrictive than federal standards in some respects (e.g., plumbing and energy conservation). Also called Factory-build
Housing and regulated by State law of the title. (See “Mobile Home” and “Manufactured Housing.”)
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-6 City of Chula Vista General Plan Monthly Housing Expense. Total principal, interest, taxes, and insurance paid by the borrower on a monthly basis.
Used with gross income to determine affordability. Multiple Family Building. A detached building designed and used exclusively as a dwelling by three or more families occupying separate
suites. Ordinance. A law or regulation set forth and adopted by a governmental authority, usually a city or county. Overcrowding Housing Unit. A housing unit in which the members of
the household, or group. Are prevented from the enjoyment of privacy because of small room size and housing size. The U.S. Bureau of Census defines an overcrowded housing unit as one
which is occupied by more than one person per room. Parcel. A lot or tract of land. Planning Area. The area directly addressed by the general plan. A city’s planning area typically encompasses
the city limits and potentially annexable land within its sphere of influence. Policy. A specific statement of principle or of guiding actions that implies clear commitment but is not
mandatory. A general direction that a governmental agency sets to follow, in order to meet its objectives before undertaking an action program. (See “Program.”) Poverty Level. As used
by the U.S. Census, families and unrelated individuals are classified as being above or below the poverty level based on a poverty index that provides a range of income cutoffs or “poverty
thresholds” varying by size of family, number of children, and age of householder. The income cutoffs are updated each year to reflect the change in the Consumer Price Index. Program.
An action, activity, or strategy carried out in response to adopted policy to achieve a specific goal or objective. Policies and programs establish the “who,” “how” and “when” for carrying
out the “what” and “where” of goals and objectives. Redevelop. To demolish existing buildings; or to increase the overall floor area existing on a property; or both; irrespective of
whether a change occurs in land use. Regional. Pertaining to activities or economies at a scale greater than that of a single jurisdiction, and affecting a broad geographic area. Regional
Housing Needs Assessment. A quantification by SANDAG of existing and projected housing need, by household income group, for all localities within a region.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-7 Rehabilitation. The repair, preservation, and/or improvement of substandard housing. Residential. Land designated in the General Plan and zoning
ordinance for building consisting of dwelling units. May be improved, vacant, or unimproved. (See “Dwelling Unit.”) Residential Care Facility. A facility that provides 24-hour care and
supervision to its residents. Residential, Multiple Family. Usually three or more dwelling units on a single site, which may be in the same or separate buildings. Residential, Single-Family.
A single dwelling unit on a building site. Retrofit. To add materials and/or devices to an existing building or system to improve its operation, safety, or efficiency. Buildings have
been retrofitted to use solar energy and to strengthen their ability to withstand earthquakes, for example. Rezoning. An amendment to the map to effect a change in the nature, density,
or intensity of uses allowed in a zoning district and/or on a designated parcel or land area. Second Unit. A Self-contained living unit, either attached to or detached form, and in addition
to, the primary residential unit on a single lot. “Granny Flat” is one type of second unit. Section 8 Rental Assistance Program. A federal (HUD) rent-subsidy program that is one of the
main sources of federal housing assistance for low-income households. The program operates by providing “housing assistance payments” to owners, developers, and public housing agencies
to make up the difference between the “Fair Market Rent” of a unit (set by HUD) and the household’s contribution toward the rent, which is calculated at 30% of the household’s adjusted
gross monthly income (GMI). “Section 8” includes programs for new construction, existing housing, and substantial or moderate housing rehabilitation. Shared Living. The occupancy of
a dwelling unit by persons of more than one family in order to reduce housing expenses and provide social contact, mutual support, and assistance. Shared living facilities serving six
or fewer fewer persons are permitted in all residential districts by §1566.3 of the California Health and Safety Code. Single-family Dwelling, Attached. A dwelling unit occupied or intended
for occupancy by only one household that is structurally connected with at least one other such dwelling unit. (See “Townhouse.”)
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-8 City of Chula Vista General Plan Single-family Dwelling, Detached. A dwelling unit occupied or intended for occupancy by only one household that
is structurally independent from any other such dwelling unit or structure intended for residential or other use. (See “Family.”) Single Room Occupancy (SRO). A single room, typically
80-250 square feet, with a sink and closet, but which requires the occupant to share a communal bathroom, shower, and kitchen. Subsidize. To assist by payment of a sum of money or by
the granting to terms or favors that reduces the need for monetary expenditures. Housing subsidies may take the forms or mortgage interest deductions or tax credits from federal and/or
state income taxes, sale or lease at less than market value of land to be used for the construction of housing, payments to supplement a minimum affordable rent, and the like. Substandard
Housing. Residential dwellings that, because of their physical condition, do not provide safe and sanitary housing. Target Areas. Specifically designated sections of the community where
loans and grants are made to bring about a specific outcome, such as the rehabilitation of housing affordable by Very-Low and Low-income households. Tax Increment. Additional tax revenues
that result form increases in property values within a redevelopment area. State law permits the tax increment to be earmarked for redevelopment purposes but requires at lest 20% to
be used to increase and improve the community’s supply of very low and low income housing. Tenure. A housing unit is “owned” if the owner or co-owner lives in the unit, even if it is
“owned only if it is mortgaged or not fully paid for. A cooperative or condominium unit is “owned only if the owner or co-owner lives in it. All other occupied units are classified as
“rented,” including units rented for cash rent and those occupied without payment of cash rent. Townhouse. A townhouse is a dwelling unit located in a group of three (3) or more attached
dwelling units with no dwelling unit located above or below another and with each dwelling unit having its own exterior entrance. Transitional Housing. Shelter provide to the homeless
for an extend period, often as long as 18 months, and generally integrated with other social services and counseling programs to assist in the transition to self-sufficiency through
the acquisition of a stable income and permanent housing. (See “homeless” and “Emergency Shelter.”)
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-9 Undevelopable. Specific areas where topographic, geologic, and/or superficial soil conditions indicate a significant danger to future occupants and
a liability to the City are designated as “undevelopable” by the City.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX G Page AG-10 City of Chula Vista General Plan ACRONYMS USED BMPs: Best Management Practices CALTRANS: California Department of Transportation CCC: California
Coastal Commission CEQA: California Environmental Quality Act CIP: Capital Improvement Program CMP: Congestion Management Plan DIF: Development Impact Fee DU/ac: Dwelling units per acre
EDD: California Employment Development Department FAR: Floor Area Ratio FEMA: Federal Emergency Management Agency GDP: General Development Plan HCD: Department of Housing and Community
Development HOA: Homeowners Association HUD: Department of Housing and Urban Development LAFCO: Local Agency Formation Commission LCP: Local Coastal Program MFI: Median Family Income
MWD: Metropolitan Water District NPDES: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System RCP: Regional Comprehensive Plan (by SANDAG) RTP: Regional Transportation Plan SANDAG: San Diego
Association of Governments SOI: Sphere of Influence 2.0
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Systems Management WCP: Water Conservation Plan
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX H Page AH-1 SITES INVENTORY – INFILL AND INTENSIFCATION OPPORTUNITIES This Appendix provides a summary of sites which have been determined to provide the potential
for infill and intensification. To determine the potential capacity of these parcels, a site specific evaluation was conducted. The analysis utilized the following criteria when determining
the potential unit yield: ?? Parcel size – Parcel size was evaluated based on the actual gross and net developable land, based on existing general plan/zoning standards. Those parcels
with sufficient land area to meet the gross and net development minimum standards were deemed as providing development potential ?? Existing Development vs. Zoning Potential – For each
parcel, the actual development units on the site were determined. The net existing development was compared with the existing zoning standards and a net difference was calculated as
development potential. Only those sites showing likelihood of yielding in excess of 20 dwelling units per parcel have been evaluated. ?? Infrastructure – As Chula Vista is an urbanized
City and the majority of infill opportunities are located in the areas served by established infrastructure facilities, it has been determined that the provision of infrastructure is
not a constraint to development. ?? UC Berkley Infill Analysis – As an initial tool to evaluate the likelihood for infill development, the City of Chula Vista has utilized the University
of California Berkley’s Pilot Infill Locator to identify those sites with the highest potential for redevelopment. The City understands these sites are not necessarily candidates for
infill, but the analysis provides a baseline for the evaluation of trends and market-feasibility of potential infill units. The attached spreadsheets provide an overview of a three-step
methodology in evaluating vacant sites within Chula Vista. This methodology is as follows. 1.0
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land use zoning. The parcel based, summary evaluated infill potential based upon existing development versus actual zoning potential. Based upon this analysis the total number of potential
infill/intensification parcels were identified, as shown in this Appendix. Part II – Infill Feasibility Analysis. Using the baseline date collected in Part I, an analysis of likely development
feasibility was conducted. This analysis considered the following factors: ?? Estimation of land value for improvement value ?? Removal of all single-family infill potential evaluated
in Part I ?? Focus on residentially zoned parcels of 30 du/ac or greater, or greater than 20units/parcel gross infill potential ?? Availability of infrastructure adjacent to potential
infill site ?? Market trends relative to infill development applications/developer interest as discussed in Appendix C (Section 2.2.2). Based upon this analysis, 129 Parcels were deemed
the best candidate sites for infill development. Part III – Final Estimated Infill Potential Sites. Those sites evaluated in Part II, were evaluated based on likely development potential.
Those sites yielding a net development potential less than 3 units, with parcel sizes less than .75 acres, sites where existing development exceeded actual zoning potential and sites
that did not have verifiable assessor valuation data were removed from the analysis. A net inventory of 57 candidate site were considered the most appropriate for infill and intensification
with a net development potential of 2,378 units. The actual yield calculation was determined by utilizing the minimum site per unit standard as provided in the Chula Vista Municipal
Code for R-3 zones. A summary of this analysis, detailed by Assessor’s Parcel Number, General Plan designation, Zoning, site acreage, existing use and net future dwelling unit potential.
Is provided in this Appendix.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX H Page AH-3 Summary of Existing Projects – Current Market Interest The following is a summary of existing, or planned development projects that provide an example
of existing market trends that contribute to the likelihood the infill projects are feasible within the City of Chula Vista. There are an estimated privately initiated development projects
in the pipeline or under discussions with the City for the reuse of existing development sites. Most of the target sites identified in this Appendix have uses on site that are underperforming,
recently vacated or are anticipated to not reflect current market demands for the types of uses currently on site during the planning period of this Housing Element. Examples of these
projects include: 335 H Street. This site is currently underutilized existing residential development and vacant property totaling 2.82 acres. The proposed development would develop
higher density dwelling units. The proposed Urbana Apartments will consist of a six story (84 foot-high), 266 unit apartment complex, with 380 parking stalls. 35 Tamarindo Way. This
site is zoned R17P and provides for residential development potential. The 2.2 acre site is currently vacant and is proposed to be subdivided into 16 single family residential lots.
458-466 Moss St. This site is currently owned by the Sweetwater Union High School District and used for their Adult Resources Offices. The site is zoned R1 and provides single family
residential development potential on 1.4 acres. The property could be developed at approximately 7 units. 461-463 Moss St. This site is currently owned by the Sweetwater Union High School
District and used for offices and the Adult School. The site is zoned R1 and provides single family residential development potential on 8.95 acres. The property could be developed at
approximately 45 units. 427-4455 Third Ave and Alvarado St. These sites are currently owned by the Sweetwater Union High School District and currently vacant. The sites are zoned UC-1
and R-3 and provides multifamily residential development potential on approximately 2.6 acres. The property could be developed at approximately 130 units. 1130 Fifth Ave. This site is
currently owned by the Sweetwater Union High School District and used for their district offices totaling 6.4 acres. The site is zoned R2P and provides multifamily residential development
potential. The property could be developed at approximately 195 units. L St and Industrial Blvd. These parcels are currently zoned IL and are used for industrial development. Development
proposals have identified potential multifamily residential on approximately 23 acres. The property could be developed at approximately 910 units. 790-808 Ada Street. This site is approximately
.5 acres and currently vacant. The proposed development would develop higher density dwelling units of 16 three story townhomes.
HOUSING ELEMENT APPENDIX H Page AH-4 City of Chula Vista General Plan 1350 Industrial Blvd. This site is currently underutilized existing single family residential development of 2.67
acres. The site is zoned R2P. Proposals for development include higher density dwelling units and increase residential development on the site.