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Home My WebLink About2007/02/06 Item 4 CITY COU NCI L AGENDA STATEMENT ~f:. CITY OF ~..;;:~~ CHULA VISTA I February 6, 2007, Item~ ITEM TITLE: SUBMITTED BY: HOUSING ELEMENT REPORT FOR FY 2005-2006 ANN HIX, ACTING DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ~ JIM THOMSON, INTERIM CITY MANAGER 1 REVIEWED BY: 4/STHS VOTE: YES D NO ~ BACKGROUND The City of Chula Vista is required to prepare an Annual Report to report progress on the implementation of the City's Housing Element. California Government Code Section 65400 requires the report to include the following: (1) progress in meeting the Regional Housing Need; (2) the effectiveness of the Housing Element in the attairnnent of the community's housing goals and objectives; and (3) progress toward mitigating govemmental constraints identified in the Housing Element. This report provides detailed information regarding the housing activities of the City ofChula Vista for Fiscal Year 2005-2006. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council accept the Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report. BOARDS/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION The Housing Advisory Commission received the Housing Element Report for FY 2005-2006 at their meeting on January 24, 2007. 4-1 February 6, 2007, Item~ Page 2 of2 DISCUSSION The Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report (Annual Report), included as Attachment 1, provides detailed information regarding the housing activities of the City of Chula Vista for Fiscal Year 2005-2006. On October 24, 2006. the City Council adopted the 2005-2010 Housing Element Update. As the new Housing Element was not in place until after June 30, 2006, the FY 2005- 2006 Annual Report is based on the goals and objectives outlined in the 1999-2004 Housing Element. The 2006-2007 Annual Report will report on the progress of the recently adopted Housing Element. In addition to the Government Code requirement, the submission of an annual progress report is an eligibility requirement for some grants through the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) and the State of California. Meeting this eligibility threshold may place Chula Vista in a more favorable position for competitive grants. DECISION MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500 foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section I 8704.2(a)(l) is not applicable to this decision. FISCAL IMPACT None. ATTACHMENTS 1) Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Prepared by: Amanda Mills, Housing Manager, Community Development Dept. 4-2 ATTACHMENT 1 CHULA VISTA HOUSING ELEMENT FY 05-06 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT OVERVIEW: EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE State Law requires jurisdictions to review the progress and performance of housing elements goals and objectives. This progress report discusses the progress of the goals ond objectives outlined in the 1999-2004 Housing Element. A. Progress in Meeting the Regional Housing Need Regional Housing Need Assessment (RHNA) is a 5 yr. housing need figure given by the State of California and distributed to the local jurisdictions in San Diego County by the San Diego Association of Governments based on growth estimates. It is a planning goal to ensure that local general plans are accommodating for future growth. The goal is met by showing available land at appropriate densities. The follawing informatian compares actual production to the housing need estimate for Chula Vista. a. Total number of new housing permits issued RHNA RHNA 05-06 Permits (5 yr. (1 yr. Issued Figure) Figure) Market Affordable Rate Units Units Very Low 3,875 775 0 41 Income Low 2,945 589 0 0 Income Maderate 3,255 651 0 0 Income Above 7,148 1,430 1,367 0 Moderate Total 17,223 3,445 1,367 41 1,408 Permits Issued Very Low Low Moderate Above Total In FY 05-06 Income Income Income Moderate Seniors on 41 0 0 0 41 Broadwav Ma rket Rate 0 0 0 1,367 1,367 Total 41 0 0 1,367 1 ,408 4-3 b. Affordobility by income level of new units, including the number of deed restricted units Affordable Very Low Low Moderate Above Total Units Income Income Income Moderate completed In 05-06 Main Plaza 10 41 55 0 106 Sedona 0 32 135 0 167 Mar Brisa 0 67 48 5 120 Market 0 0 0 1,587 1,587 Rote Total 10 140 238 1,592 1,980 c. Compare units added to regional housing need allocation by income category RHNA (5 yr. Figure) Very Low 3,875 Income Low 2,945 Income Moderate 3,255 Income Above 7,148 Moderate Income Total 17,223 RHNA (1 yr. Figure) 05-06 units leted ''''able! 775 589 0 140 651 0 238 1,430 1,592 0 3,445 iiT;592!' ;"\"('388';.';,8, 1,980 Page 2 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-4 B. The Effectiveness of the Housing Element in the AIlainment of the Community's Housing Goals & Objectives The 1999-2004 Housing Element contained eight goals. Each goal was associated with specific programs and objectives. The following analysis outlines the progress of the 1999-2004 Housing Element. a. Program status report relative to implementation schedule; describe actions token to implement each program A summary of these goals and objectives ore provided in the table below. Chula VlSta Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 3 4-5 ';... . 1999-2004, HOllSI",ciELEMENT EVALUATION, ',,' '. :",,;,' ,~.:- ,.'.:,:1." ,':.,'....: :.;.i: ,:'.;.:, ," :,>:~., ",:.. "',:~:,_, , . __": : ,.--: :.-.:. '. ',,:;.,- ..,: :',:' ..,':,'; . ,t. ':!.' d' : .... ~,., ,",' . . - , .' . - . 'i.j :; .j:> I en P . ....., 1999-2004. " p' ., ';~ ". ,', . ".' ..rogram':c>:" ;,',' 'Ob"'ct""~."",:j,.j , rogram I'\ct,lvltles ., . .....""" elves., ' " Goal 1 - Conserve Existin Affordable Housina.Qeeortunities 1.1 Preservation of 41 units of ot-risk 1.1.1 Preservation of Conversion of Density Bonus Assisted Housina at low-income Units - The Community Development R' k f C r housing deparlmenl sholl work with the properly owner 15 0 onver mo of Ihe Meadows and Eucalyptus Parkview to Market Role projects to ensure the continued affordability of the 32 and nine low-income units respeclively. As idenlified previously in the Needs Assessment-At Risk Units, the affordability restrictions for the Meadows ore scheduled 10 expire in the year 2000. This is Ihe only project in Chula Visla at risk of converling to market- rote housing during 1999-2004, 1.2 Condominium 1.1.2 Tenanl Education of Rights and Conversion Procedures - The California legislature passed AB 1701 in 199B, requiring properly owners give a nine-month notice of their intent to opt oul of low-income housing use restrictions. The Community Development deportment shall work with lenants of ai-risk unils regarding tenant rights, conversion procedures, and Section 8 availabilit / riori . 1.2.1 Re ulation of Condominium or Stock On- om 1 Summary of Affordable Housing Projects, City of Chula Vista, 2005. :',..:..,' '..- '::,;:." . "",.' """;,~.9,?:?~~99~r,re~res~,:. 32 low-income housing units within the Meadows project expired in 2000. An additional nine affordable housing units in the Eucolyptus Parkview project will expire in 200B. The City has referred affordable housing developers 10 alllhose developments with affordable housing covenants near expiration to discuss the possibilities of maintaining covenan1s. I No low-income housing units were converted 10 market rale housing os applicoble to AB 1701 (1998). Due to the hi h demand for ActiQris tobEl, . ..,. Taken Revise Ihe currenl policies and programs to proactively work with two housing developments 01 risk of conversion. Develop proactive coordination with offordable housing developers. Utilize Affordable Housing Agreements. Develop a resource program for residenls of converted units. Consider revisions 10 ,1999-2()()4 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATlgN . ;,", :,>::,'_.:-~'"' _". : :_.::: ,--..:;..:.;! . : i . Conversions .j>o I ...... 1.3 Sinale-familv and Mabilehame Rehabilitation. with Priority far Those Homeowners of Very Low- Income. Soecial Needs and/or Senior Households. Monitoring/ Regulation 250 CHIP loons/gronts to low-income homeowners and mobilehome owners. Minor repair and dean up of 500 homes and mabilehames. 1.3.1 .' "-, ," .. Pr()g~c;rTiAd.i~iti~~ i' Cooperative Conversions. though Municipal Code, Tille 15, Chopter 15.56 - The Planning and Building department sholl continue to regulate residential condominium and stock cooperative conversions as specified in the Chula Vista Municipal Code, Title 15, Chapter 15.56 in order to protect existing tenants and promote the orderly growth and amenity of Chula Vista. Rehabilitation Assistance - The Community Development department shall provide rehabilitation assistance, through loans and grants, to lower-income owner occupants to preserve and rehabilitate deteriorating homes. Assistance will be targeted to hameawners residing in blighted areas of the City and priority will be given 10 those single-family and mobilehome owners of very low-income, special needs and/or senior households. The Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) provides favorable loans to law-income owners and also provides grants for minor re airs. 2 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. housing and increasing values of homes, the Southern California residential market has seen an increase in the conversion of apartments to individual ownership units. In Chula Vista, this trend began in 2005, with a tolal of 432 unUs converted, 369 units ore located in the area east of 1- B05 and 63 units west of 1- B05. The City continues to monitor and regulation residential condominium conversions. Since 1999, the City issued 191 grants and 23 loans to homeowners for minor repairs and rehabilitation through the Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)! ActiOI1$. fo be Taken the Municipal Code Chapter 15.56 thai address impacls 10 local planning areas, tenant rights and fee provisions for rental conversions as key program revisions to successfully administer future conversions. Focus on providing CHIP resources in priority areas, such as the northwest and southwest planning areas. Take 0 more pro- active approach in the provision of loans/grants through targeted efforts in Ihe City's most affected nei hborhood. Ch~la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 5 " :,0.-,' ..1999-2004, HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION .... :,.!". ;':'-:' :-.::..':: .<:'-:' i :::-, ...."::., '_:'~';:':~;,- .' "j;" " ,,' ,,'::-::;.' ..;'''' 'Prog;:a~ Activities' '; '"y ,,:'/' ".':',,: "';";:"f ,t' " ~~,.-,! "~-.;-. ".. '''''. ': :-,: ,>::::y;" <) 999~2Q04.> . "Ob'eCti~es';'" ~. ,-. >;'::-:.:.;'~: ;",':::::'>, , " """ I 00 1.3.2 Coring Neighbors Program- This voluntary program is utilized occasionally by Code Enforcement to perform minor rehabilitation work for elderly and disabled homeowners. This program will depend primarily on the availability of funding from CDBG funds, which is a competitive grant provided on on onnual basis. 1,3,3 Home Modification and Repair - For Senior Citizens - The Community Development deportment sholl encourage elderly persons to seek home modification and repair programs that will allow elderly persons to remain in their home and help to prevent injuries. Weatherization Pragrams are available through the local Welfare or Energy Deportment (Law. income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Weatherization Assistance Program), 1.3.4 Reverse Mortgage Program - A Reverse Annuity Mortgage Program, available through private lending institutions, con help elderly homeowners goin occess to their home equi1y. Under this program, the Federal government guarantees the loans to senior citizen homeowners, which allows them to draw down a monthly stipend. Rentol Housin Ac uisition and Rehabilitotian . Rehobilitate 25 ve low- 1.4.1 3 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. '. ':',:,::..~ i.~: ;-:; '~/"",_';:i':''- ..;':':'Jg??t~Q:q1';P~~~t~~.,'i,r Between 1999 and 2005 the City spent $179,300 to repair ond clean up. 655 housing units through the Coring Neighbors Pragram.' The Community Housing Improvement Progrom (CHIP) issued 191 grants and 23 loons to homeowners for minor repairs and rehobilitation. Of these 111 grants were provided to elderly households. The Reverse Mortgage Pragram continues to be offered through private lending institutions with no direct Ci1y involvement. Since 1999, Redevela ment :: Actionst!) be.< "'Taken<' The Ci shall continue Pagei6 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION ","-:" ,..,.. - ";;" ....... ,"" '" '. ..".,." Program funds have been used 10 assist in the acquisition and rehabilitation of 24 units of Very low- and 94 units of Low- income rental housing.s .-.... __",';'- .c- .-:,; .....Programl\~i~iti~~;/. - The Community Development departmenl shall moke local funds available far both non- profit and for-profit developers to acquire rental housing that is substandard, deteriorating, or in danger of being demolished. A minimum of twenty percent of the unUs, once rehabilitated, will be set~aside for very low- and low-income households at affordable renls4 for a minimum of 55 years, unless otherwise dictated by a Stote or Federal law. Housing Inspection - The Planning and Building deportment shall continue 10 employ Code Enforcement staff to systematically inspect rental housing complexes of three or more units and report violations of current Heollh and Safety Codes. Where necessary work is fairly extensive, referrals to the CitYs Community Development Housing Division ore mode. .W9,9-2004f%gr~ss.. "',-::;.:.:.",,;...,-:,-,:,,'-,-,';.-:.-:,;"<-,:,: ' Deterioratina and Substandard Rental Housi no income and 95 low-income rental units ~ I co In 2002, the City restarted its Title 25 mobilehome inspection program. The City's multifamily rental housing inspection program restarted in 2003. To date, 1,312 rental units within 233 complexes have been inspected and 10 mobilehome/ trailer parks with a total of 991 mobilehomes/lrailers. 1.4.2 .. .. Acliqnil to be . ....... Takeri .. 10 make local funds available for developers to acquire rental housing. Continue the Mobile Home Inspection Program and the City's Multi-Family Rental Inspection Program. 4 In such instances that affordable rents are nol defined by the applicable laws or regulations, affordable rents (including a utility allowance) for low- Income households shall not exceed the lesser of 1) 30 percent of 60 percent of the Area Median Incame as published from time to lime by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), adjusted far household size; or 2) 10 percent below market renls far comparable units within the project or surrounding properties. Far very law-Income households. affordable rents (including a utility allowance) shall not exceed 30 percent of 50 percent of the Area Median Income as published from time to time by the U.S. Department of HUD. adjusted far household size; or 2) 10 percent below market rents for comparable units within the project or surrounding properties s CV Hsg Production 1999-2005.xls ChuJa Vista Housing Elemenl FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 7 . . ,'. . . .. . . ...,' . - . . :. . . . .1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION 1.5 Preservation of Mobilehome Pork Livina .f>o I ~ o Case by case 1.5.1 ,',-...-.,. ..p~;'gr~;n,Niti~i!i~~',..,,' ..,i".'.... Community Housing Improvement Program - The Community Development deportment shall continue to provide grants and/or loans to low- income mobilehome owners for the rehabilitation of their mobilehome through the Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP). 1.5.2 Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance - The Community Development department shall monitor and enforce the City's Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance to protect the rights 01 mobilehome residents in preserving thi, affordoble housing olternative, '"1':-' :"~\:::(';': ...:.0,.... ),~, 19~?-i99~,I'~~.I'~s.~:. The Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) is an on-going program thot provides loans and grants to low~income homeowners. Since 1999, 191 grant, and 23 loans have been issued to homeowners for minor repairs and rehabilitation. Of these 147 grants were provided to mobilehome residents. ".'; ActiCln~fpbe .,. 'raken .' Continue to pro....ide CHIP loans! grants to mobile home residents. The City will continue to enforce the Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance. Paga18 The City continues to monilor ond enforce the Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance. In July 2002, the Chulo Vista Municipal Code Chapter 9.50 was amended 10 induda the following: 1) Limiting the annual permissive rant increase; 2) Complionce with Code requirements when the rant increase exceeds the annual permissive; 3) Greoler specificity to the fadors to consider for rent increases in excess of the annual permissivei 4) Elimination of 011 regulotions related to rent increases Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report '1999~2()().f HOU$INGELEMENT, EVALUATioN .". "".',::...-..';:r.!/:,::". ::;';,' ....... . ", ',.," ,ProgrorrtAdl'(i1i~ " . .'" ,'_ ,.. '.'._;,.,....,.__.;.c . ;,;--,;'" .j>. I ~ ~ 1.5.3 Mobilehome Pork Conversion Ordinance - The Community Development deportment sholl monitor and enforce the City's MobilehomefT railer Park Conversion Ordinance to pratect the rights of mobilehame residents. '.. ,'",.,.'-.:." . .' . '-",:...:'--:, . ,..... :p,Cticms tobl3 ""'"Takeri''''' .','i J~C},9~28q~fr?~~~sY' upon change of ownership and righlto mediate the resole price of a mobilehome, known as "vacancy decontrol"; 5) Monitoring of space rents on an as needed, case-by-case basis (Section 9.50.050 C); 6) RelormoHing ond greoter clarity of processes and definitions. These amendments were proposed to address concerns regarding difficulties in implementing and administering the Ordinance, increasing housing cos1s, general safety and wellare of residents of mobilehame communities, provide dearer direction and defini1ions, and to be consislent with State Mobilehome Residency low. No mobilehome/ trailer parks were dosed or converted during 1999-2005. :.:<:: Chu;la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 9 io" .' " .' .. . -'_..- .---. ...:'" -,' . ..1999"2901,H()lJSING ELEMI:f\lTEVAlUATION :':-'.; :,:-.-;(:(. " '.:..-.,.," ......-,-. """:=C'" _"'.1. .,-' .-.";,.!,,.., '1,99?"2004 Progress, ;"';.;-..:,;, 1.5.4 .', ".:,!.Pr~~~.~iiili~~? ,',.,' " .....".,c Resident Ownership 01 Mobilehome Parks. The Communily Development department shall assist mobilehome park residents to purchase their parks and convert to resident ownership by ossisting with the opplication for ather funding sources such as the Stole Mobilehome Assistance Program. Financial assistance provided by the Cily, Agency, Stote, or other funding sources may be limited to income eligible residents and require affordable housin costs. of Residential Nei hborhoods in Chula Vista Neighborhood Revitalization Progroms - The The Cily has continued to lund Communily Development deportment shall the Neighborhood continue to implement a pro-active program of Revitalization program. Castle neighborhood inspections to improve Park Neighborhood conditions and appearance primarily through Revitalization Area was the 'Neighborhood Revitalization Program" allocated $11 million lor (NRP). This on.going program largets specific drainage and sidewalk low. and moderale-incame neighborhoods improvements and $600,000 exhibiting high volumes 01 citizen complaints. for landscaping and properly The programs also prioritize needs for housing improvements from HUD and infraslructure such as paving, curbs, CDBG Funds, $500,000 in gutters, sidewalks, and drainage facilities, and CHIP loans for owner- 10 develop a schedule to coordinate provision occupied home improvements, of improvements with available resources and and $500,000 in Jobs to the Cily's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Housing Granls lar property scheduleJ and ins Community Housing improvements.6 During the 1m rovement Pro ram CHIP. The Communi eors 01 1999-2005 No mobilehome/ trailer parks were listed for sale during 1999.2005. .j:> I ~ Goal 2 " Maintain and Enhance the Quoli 2.1 Reinvest in the Identify and target 2.1.1 Citv's Well. two residential established neighborhoods for Neiahborhoods a c1eanup/fix.up campaign and initiate a program 10 promote communily pride. Repair/rehabilitate 25 homes through Christmas in October. 1'0.) · City of Chula Vista, Budget Highlights, FY 2004-2005 .},t-~~:k2~pf . Continue programs with lurther integration of the CHIP, Neighborhood Revitalization Program, Capital Improvement Program, and Code Enforcement to enhance Ihe overall effectiveness of neighborhood reinvestment. Page; 10 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 1999~2004H9USIN~,~LEMENT EVALUATION ";,;.." ,:!,',::';';":.:,:" Christmas in Odaber is an annual event 10 help preserve and revitalize communHies. During the previous Housing Element cycle, 35 homes were repaired/rehabilitated through the Christmas in October ro rom.s During 1999-2005, 1he Cily's Code Enforcement staff responded 10 approximately 12,000 complaints. To date, 1,312 rental units within 233 comple)l;es hove been inspected through the Cily's Rental Housing Program and 10 mobilehome/ troiler parks tolaling 991 mobilehomes/lrailers through the Title 25 ro ram. Goal 3 . Ensure that an Adequate and Diverse Housing Supply is Available to Meet the City's Existing and Future Needs. 3.1 Affordable Housin Pro ram .j:> I .... (.0) 2.1.2 New construction of 590 units for 3.1.1 ",-',._," '""",'-' '. ,--.' ....;. ""." . '/.PrograiTIActiviti~s\ .... ....... -"":.. "'-- ...;...-,;,".,...,.:::.:':;.:O.:"......i"'.. Development Housing Division will cooperate and assist locally based citizen groups to develop a program to improve conditions and appearance primarily through c1ean-up/fix-up campaigns and initiale a program to promole community pride for targeied neighborhoods. Monitoring of Neighborhood Conditions - The Planning and Building department shall continue 10 monitor neighborhood conditions for adherence to minimum standards of habitability, and appearance that lead to neighborhood deterioration by responding 10 service requests from concerned citizens. Balanced Communities ~ The Community Devalo ment de ortment sholl continue to , ..' ..... ....C... 1'1~9~..:ZQQ4PrQ'gress . .. ;.;;.;:-',.,,_>.,;-;;1,-.,. _,'. $1,995,702 was spent on this program.1 The Cily continues to im lement this ob'active · Actiol:lllt9~e: ..taken" 1 Hsg Element 4.12.05 PowerPoint, City of Chula Vista, 2005. · Hsg Element 4.12.05 PowerPoint, City afChula Vista, 2005. Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report Page 11 - - '. ." .." - ~rograrn .....- '.-" ~ I ..... ~ 3.2 Prolection of Coastal Housina lower-income households, 01 which 130 will be for sole units os 0150 referenced under Program 4.1, and 470 units for moderote. income households. , ,_. ,- . 1999-2004 HOlJS,II'IGELEMENT EVALUATIP"!, " ' .- ,,".' ,..,.::.;.,...".;,.;!!,;:? .,-,,' ..c;..:<:.;..... ,:,":,:." 3.1.2 Case by case 3.2.1 9 comdevrpt.doc 1,::'< :. "~rr,~~~;;;'AdI...AAie~\':~':': _' achieve a balanced residential community through integration of low~income housing lhroughout Ihe City, and the adequate dispersal 01 such housing to preclude establishment of specific low-income enclaves. Assure thot programs creote housing for large families and accommodate the needs of seniors and disabled persons. Affordable Housing Requirement. Administered by Community Development - A minimum of ten percent of each residential developmenl 01 50 or more units must be reslricted lor occuponcy by and offordoble to low~ and moderate-income households, with at leasl one hall 01 those units (five percent 01 project total units) lor low-income households Coastal Development Monitoring. The Community Development deporlment shall comply with State Low and local ordinances regarding the monitoring and reporting of affordable housing units and the new construction of replacement affordable housing within the Coastal Zone. .999~2oo4~rg~~tiss......... .. '-'--;:!"".'-,;...;-:.';";'-., .,......:-:".:.;'.. through the Affordoble Housing Program requiring new residential development of 50 units or more to provide 10% 01 the housing for lower income households. Additionally, the City has encouraged development of other affordable housing development by offord able housing developers throu hout the Ci . The- City assisted the conslructian 01 B31 low- income units within the master planned communities east of I-B05 since 1999. 01 these, 19% were provided as ownership opportunities and 79% as rentals. 842 moderote.income units were constructed. There have been no demolition or conversion of housing units within the Coastal Zone in the 1999- 2004 Housing Element cycle.' .... .... Actions 10 be .... . . ... Tal<eti policy. Considerations should be mode to codify the inclusionory housing policy into an Ordinance. The City sholl continue to monitor and report on activities in the coostal zone. Page. 12 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report .J>. I ~ 3.3 Provide Incentives for Low- income Housina Construction C11 :;'i...... -.r" 1999;2004 .. ......... Ob.~Ctives.' Adoption of 0 density bonus ordinance. Construction of 10 low-income density bonus units. Evaluate waiving or modifying certoin development standards. Evaluate on 0 cose-by-case basis acquisition of property ond lond write-downs. 10 comdevrpt.doc '.,.::L," . '..1999~2004..HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION' , -,-,:,,-,-, ..'. :-;,'" 3.2.2 3.3.1 ;'", .n,';.'; ,"-'.' :;.....,. "'''',:j'''. : ~::;!;.:,' ..:~:..; i" -:. 'j:; .\' ;;, .,....-...., ."; ,i9'i9.~.~()Q4'p~~~ir.;~~ ,':AAiroank,lIe.t."n?ff :'-1,':' . Page 13 Pursue the omendment of Tille 9 of the Municipol Code 10 codify density bonus provisions, consistent with the requirements of Government Code section 65915 ond os omended through SB 1818. Continue the evaluation of standards on a case~ by~cose basis. Replacement Housing - Where conversion or demolition of housing units in Ihe Coastal Zone occupied by low- or moderate-income households is proposed, such octivity will be undertoken by the Community Development departmenf in accordance with Slate Law and the Ci 's odo ted Coos to I Pion. Density Bonuses - By Morch 2000, the City, with direction from the Plonning ond Building deportment, sholl odopt 0 density bonus ordinance consistent with State low requirements. The density bonus ordinance is an appropriate incentive 10 produce lower- income offordoble units ond the City will encourage its use where appropriate. 3.3.2 Development Stondords - The Community Development department, with direction from the Plonning ond Building departmenl, will evaluate on a case by case basis as requested b clavala ars the ossibili of waivin or Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report , . ',_,_J :;~:-i;' ,".:";',","'," There have been no demolition or conversion of housing units within the Cooslal Zone in the 1999- 2004 Housing Element cycle. 10 In 1985, Chulo Visto adopted State Density 80nus requirements by Resolution. The City has not yet odopted 0 Density Bonus Ordinance and hos implemented density bonuses consistent with Stote law. To dote, 3 residential developments have received density bonuses and other additional incentives, allowing for the construction of a total 249 units of which 77 units were granled os 0 density bonus. The City continues to evoluote on a case~by.case bosis the need for reductions, modifications and/or waivers of develo ment stondords. .j>. I ~ m 3.3.3 . . .. . -,. . . -' . . . . . - ,. 999c2004HOUSI~G,E~EMENT EVALUATION .', . _ ,_.' _,,'.,. ,. . _' . " " ,. _ _. .: ,.: _ ~;,;:,.,,; ';.', .',', : . " m" _ _ , " .... "" _' _. '.' . . _ ' :. ".- , _.,_ " . _ ,_ . . _ . .-.-- ::~'- ;"; ': ':;":.:');ii,::::-:-: .:.' Ie. .." .,.., . :', ':Pr~gfam, AciiYili~ , "1,'.,' ."" :",'-""'. """ ",.e.:,' .,." . '.i":i~.?,~-~99f'~~~~~~;'."l Nearly 011 affordable housing developments hove been able to meet the requirements. The City has allowed some reductions in parking standards, and open space, and landscape buffers. For example, Villa Sereno (132 units) and Brisa del Mar (106 units) both received density bonuses and modifications to standards. ;,ActionsJQ. blii / "'Tak~~i/"" The City should modify this policy to discuss financial assistance by the City, of which land-write downs may be appropriate. The identification of appropriate housing sites on City.owned properly is a mora proactive approach to assist the develo men' Page; 14 modifying of certain development standards, such os, but not limited to, parking standards, or the revision of cerlain Municipal Code provisions to encourage the development of law- and moderate-income housing. The City may provide a reduction in sHe development standards or a modification of zoning code or architecturol design requirements, for those eligible affordable housing projects requesting such redudions or modifications consistent with Government Code Section 65925 (h). These recommendations will be reviewed based upon o goal to reduce cosls associated with overly strict or outdated standards. Although standards may be modified, the City will ensure that the projects will retain aesthetic and design criteria acce table to the Ci . Land Assemblage and Write Downs - The City con utilize CDBG, HOME, and Redevelopment monies to write down the cost of land for ihe development of low- and moderale-income housing by private developers. As pori of the land write down program, Ihe Community Development deportment may also assist in acquiring and assembling property and subsidizing on-site and off-site improvements. No funds hove been expended directly for land write-downs or assemblage of land. A total of approximately $10,738,000 in Redevelopment Housing Set- aside and HOME funds hove been provided for the generol development and provision of lower income housing. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Repol1 J999~2004 HOUSINQ I:LEMI:NTEVALUAT1e>N ..' .: -::.: ..:':;( ',;'::::-~--:;.: .:-i,'-~i--<'; . . ..... ..... ~ro9ramf\Fiivili~\ 3.3.4 Pursue Affordable Housing Funding Sources - The Community Development deportment sholl examine ways to directly secure and/or leverage Federal or Stote funding, or encourage other agencies 10 do the same. The intent is fa actively monitor the funds available through different ond evolving housing progroms to focilitote porticipotion of eligible for-profit or nonprofit corporations. "'" I ~ ..... ..199.?-:~Pq1'(>t9~~~~\" . The City continues to encourage developers to seek other additional funding sources. Severol projects were aworded funds through the Federal Home loon Bonk's Affordable Housing Program, Brisa del Mar received $2.5 million in Stafe Joe Serno Jr. Farmworker Housing funds. The City received $500,000 in State Jabs Housing Balance funds in 2003 and $1 million in Rental Housing Rehab Assistance. communi . Develop 0 more intensive outreach to lhe development community, through marketing of programs and providing descriptions of available assistance programs. Ch~la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 15 Prtlgrarn;' 3.4 Pursue Housi no OODortunilies for Lower Income Households. wilh Attention to Those Who Hove Soeciol Needs .j>. I ~ 00 ..1~9~~2004' Ob"ectives' Assist 350 very low- and low- income persons through the Shored Housing Progrom. Work with the County Housing Authority to compete for rental assistance programs. Work with social service providers to identify lower- income elderly or disobled residents and provide housing assistance. Adopt o second dwelling unit ordinance. Construction of 100 housing unils wilhin a mixed-use develo men!. .J 999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION 3.4.1 .ProgramJgt\...liillS..'..... . Section 8 Renlal Assistance - The Section 8 Renlal Assistance Program extends rental subsidies to very low-income (50 percent of AMI) households who spend more than 30 percent of their income on renl, including mobilehome pork space rents. Chuta Vista contracts with the Son Diego County Housing Authority 10 administer the Section 8 Rental Assistance CertificateNoucher Program. The Community Development deportment sholl continue to participate in the Son Diego County Housing Authority Section 8 Rental Assistance Cerlificate/Voucher Program. At 0 minimum, the City will slrive to maintoin the current level of assisfance to very low-income households. 3.4.2 Shored Housing - The Community Development deportment will consider continuing to fund 0 Shored Housing progrom o arated b social service 0 endes bosed in 11 City of Chula Vista Consolidated Plan FY2005-2010, page 30, ..~9,n-2pq1 Pr()gres~." The Community Development Deportment continues to work the Housing Authority of the County of Son Diego. As of March 2005, 2,492 households in Chula Vista receive Seclion 8 housing vouchers from the County Housing Authority. The HACSD also operates four public housing developments to provide 120 units. II The City has provided funding each year for Lutheran Social Services to provide 0 shored housin ro rom within the ""Ag,ionst9~~ '.' . < TakilO" Encourage mixed-use development in the Southwest and Northwest planning oreas Develop provisions 10 amend Title 9 of the Municipal Code to allow for the intensification/reuse of infill sites. The City will consider increases in the affordable housing requirements in redevelopment areas to further encourage the development of affordable units. Page!16 Chula Vista Housing Etement FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report ,,'_',C,;',"--" . :-:):/"',':-:' . .....'J~.9~~2004.. ...... Ob'aCtives' ~ I ~ the South Bay which facilitate matches belween households with extra room and individuals seeking low-cost housing. Most matches involve senior citizens or disabled citizens. 3.4.3 Second Dwelling Units - Second dwelling units provide additional low-cost housing opportunities to residents, particularly for seniors and students. By March 2000, the City, with direction from the Planning and Building deportment, sholl adopt on ordinance which permits second dwelling units under cerlain conditions. CD 3.4.4 Special Needs of the Elderly, Disabled, and Single-Parent Households - The Community Development department shall encourage the development of housing suitable for the elderly and disabled persons os well as single-parent households to be in close proximity to public transportation and community services. This includes easy accessibility to special services such as day care, elder core, medical services, or recreation. 12 City of Chula Vista Consolidated ptan FY2005-2010. page 42. "cv Hsg Production 1999-2005.xls '"--. -..- ,," ".':';.... .1?99~2qQ4.P;.~lIr~~:".,. " " ,-_. " AclioflsJo l:Ie ",i'Tc::Ikl'!h' ".' City. Approximately 102 lower~income households were assisted. A second dwelling unit ordinance wos adopted in 2003 to allow second dwelling unils in the A, R-E, R-l and P- C zones with cerlain development standards found in Seclion 19.58.022 of the Municipal Code. Belween January 1999 and July 2004, the City has approved and finalized 25 accessory second dwellin units. Housing development for seniors may be allowed in any zone except the R-l, R-2, C-V, C- T and industrial zones. Senior housing is allowed wilh o CUP and the Planning Commission and City Council has the discretion for granting exceptions to development standards, like parking, density, and setbacks, among others Section 19.5B.390 .12 Ch,-,Ia Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 17 199.9-2004 tlOLiSINGElEMENl EVAlUATION, .. .... ". ~.,: ;::.:;';:;.'-':.:;::, :'.>-:.~: -.::ri ,::'.:-:-:::L::> t-'::L'/:::;:'~:,;':/L( ;-:"::::'.>,--.-. _.-- ":~.;::;'.: ,::-;' ':"<:',_::;.: ~::~,. . ..~~:i ,.,' '..... X.'.PrClg~r'f~~I~!ti.ilS.;:t. , . : ..' ,~,:. .,:........ "."':",.,. ~ I N C) 3.4.5 Mixed Use Developments - The Plonning ond Building Department sholl review existing zoning and land use policies to remove impediments, if appropriate, and encourage mjxed~use developments. ,-:,!;;:'." :\.;,'{.-:. .... _.__'__0'.;.. 19,99~~()04PrqgrEli;~ ,... '"'.;''' :"":,::;;r":':' :.','.... Under the City's inclusionory housing progrom 36 Very low and 191 Low-income senior rental units have bean conslruded since 1999.13 Mixed commercial~residentiol projects moy be ollowed in the c.c-p zone upon the issuance of 0 Conditionol Use Permit by Section 19.56.205 o/the Cily's Municipol Code. Two offordoble housing developments have been construded as mixed use developments, 6riso del Mar (106 dwelling units and 15,000 sq feet of commerciol) and Hadlage Town Center (271 dwelling unils ond 30,000 sq feet of commerciol). Eoch of the Villoges within the Oloy Ronch community has a mixed-use Village Cenler. In 2005 Bellagio wos conslruded as a market role housing ond commerciol developmenl. 760 Broodwoy, locoted within the Cily's Redevelopment Project Area is currentl under .." page118 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05..oe Annual Progress Report """ I f',) ~ 14 CV Hsg Production 1 999-2005.xls -.'-:" 1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUAT10"l> ";"',.,! . .':,.'." .... .......... ...... .. . ...... ~ ....Progra~Adiviil~~. ... '.'" ,_ " ;:- __.,e.:....;'_:.,::.',. 3.4.6 City/Agency Assisted Developments - The Community Development Deportment will continue to work with private for~profit and particularly non-profit residential developers to use local funds from CDBG, HOME Program, Redevelopment Low/Moderate-income Housing Set-aside funds and other City originated funds and leverage them against State, Federal and private low interest funds to create housing opportunities for extremely low, va low and lowM;ncome households. 3.4.7 Article XXXIV - On April 11, 1978 under Proposition C, the voters of Chulo Vista authorized the development, construction, or acquisition of 400 units of "low rent housing" by the Agency. Of the 400 allowable credits, Chulo Vista has utilized 293 units and has 0 balance of 107 units remoinin . The ..,.::,....-. -"';; ""'" ',:..:':'.-" '.;" ....... Ac!iQOll.tol:lE\.. Takfih'. Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report ,j'";;<.::":" .)1?9.9.c~.994rr(l9."~$. construction and includes 40 residential row homes with 9 loft units over first floor refail fronting on Broadway. In addition, the General Plan Update incorporates two new mixed-use land use designations; Mixed Use Residential and Mixed Use Transit Focus Area. Since 1999, $10.7 million in HOME and Redevelopment Low/Moderate-income Housing Sel-aside funds have been used to construe! and/or rehabilitate 123 Very low and 807 Low~income units.14 Since 1999, the Cily has been able to provide Financial assislance to construct and/or rehabilitate 123 Very low and 807 Low~income units. Of these, only 11 units fell under the 0 Iicobili of Article Page 19 '''.',' ......... Prpgtdll1.) ~ I N N ...,,'~~~~~~/ 1999.2004.HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION ..... .: : :";': .~i/:"':,~';,: <\:.:.!':L":i ';::'::.:' ~\:" :':'~::::::\: :<~i>;'::/:;.:',::C!':>} :,';i:.:>".:: ':.:'- :.::: . . .",.,. "",;:.;'~[,?~r~~~~itl~~: '..i?::........,.:;'.:,i.'~I*.?,~~3qQ4'er~q}~~,:;. 1,;',."..~~~~~;~..~e.. .'..'. XXXIV. A balance of 67 units remain within the City's Proposition C outharity of 400 units of low rent housing. Community Development Deparlmenl will continue to ossess the opplicability of Article XXXIV 01 the California Constitution to cerlain housing developments where the City ond/ar Redevelopment Agency 01 the City are considering financial assislance or olher incenlives to assist in the development and construction 01 such housing. Should the City/Agency identify thot Article XXXIV significantly impacts its ability to assist in the provision 01 oHordoble housing, the City would evaluate the possibility of initiating a referendum to obtain more au1hority for the development, construction, or acquisition of "Iow rent housin "b Ihe Ci /A en . ortunities for Low. and Moderate-Income Households AHordable Housing Program - The The City assisted the Community Development deportment shall construction of 162 low- continue to work closely with developers to income far sole units within encouroge thot 0 portion of the the Eastlake and Rolling Hills low/moderate-income housing required under Ranch masler plonned the City's AHordable Housing Program is buill communities between 1999 lor home-ownership. and 2005. A total of 70 aHordable hameownership opportunities wi1hin the Son Miguel master planned community and 175 within Otay Ranch ore anticipated in 2006-2007. Particularly with 1he rising cost of housin seen in the last five Goal 4 - Increase of Home Ownershi 0 4. 1 Encauraoe Ihe Construction of a Varielv of Housina IYw Assist 130 low- 4.1.1 income first-time buyers in lulfillment of the City's Affordable Housing Program. Provide 25 Mortgage Credit Certificates to low- and moderote- income households. More lacused policy direction should address the need 10 enhance the Affordable Housing Policy os it applies to infill and mixed-use development in the western area of the City. Page: 20 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report . .' . . . . . . . . ... . '. .. .-' .. .. . . .. .-. , . .' -"" ' ," , .... - ',':.:: .,.... .. C:'.._ ." 1999-2004 HOUSI~G ELEMENT EVALU~TION' ...1999~#oq.4.~~o~r~~~".. 4.2 Assist Low- Income Households Purchase A Home 4.2.1 .j>. I ..., '" 4.2.2 First~ Time Homebuyer Programs - Financial participation by the City, Redevelopment Agency, or Housing Authority in 0 first-time homebuyer program will target those families and individuals currently living and/or working in Chula Vista. The Community Development deportment sholl explore seHing aside 0 portion of its Redevelopment Low/Moderate Housing Funds or HOME Fund to assist low- and moderate.income families to purchase 0 home. Funds may be used for closing costs, down payment, and/or below~market interest rate. The City would expect repayment of the loans through its equity share participation to allow the City not only to recoup the loon but also 10 build the fund for future program activity. If using Redevelopment Low/Moderote- Income Housing funds, assistance could be provided to potential homebuyers of Agency- assisted projects or for the purchase of homes wilhin the Redevelopment area. A HOME- funded program would be available to provide assistance to low-income homebuyers for 1he urchase of a home within Chula Vista. Homebuyer Information - The Community Davalo menl de ortmant shall continue to 15 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. Atiions. to))II. . Token years, the City will continue 10 encourage affordable homeownershi 0 ortunities. Since 1999, the City has spent $52,000 assisting homebuyer's purchase a home with down payment and closing cost assistance and through lhe City's First Time Homebuyer program. 15 Consider increasing the loon amoun1s under the First-Time Homebuyer Program. The City should consider revisions to the homebuyer program to encourage the long term occupancy of housing by low-income households. The Community Development De rtment continues to Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 21 .j:> I ...., .j:> ,P~og~am) .-,-:'.,,' - .'., ... .. . . . . J999'~PP~HQl.!SI.~<3~I,fM~NT EY#~AT!P~ ;.' .....,,"... "-"":',: ......: make information avaitable to the public on the home buying process and home mortgage lending including Federal, State and local programs. 4.2.3 Homeowner Education and Counseling - The Community Development deportmenl sholl encourage developers, lenders, and social service organizations 'to provide educational programs and materials for homeowners and potential homeowners on home maintenance, improvement, and financial management. The purpose of the educational programs will be to help, especially first~time homeowners, prepare lor the purchase of 0 home and to undersland Ihe importance of maintenance, equity and appreciation, and to budget properly 10 accomplish such and avoid losing their homes. "'-';'.<" . Actions t9, be ',JakE/n. .' .....1?9?~~OQ~.f'r9gr~ss ..... provide information and materials regarding first time homebuyer programs by mail and at its public counter to those interested. Additionally, the City has participated in community meetings to provide information. In April 2000, the City held 0 Homebuyer F9ir. Participants included representatives from master planned communities, lenders realtors and the Ci As stipulated in City Council Policy 453-02, 0 potential homebuyer for housing units developed os affordable 10 low-income households musl otlend 0 qualified HHomeowner Training ProgramH and provide evidence 10 Ihe City of their attendance to be considered eligible for the purchase of these units. To dote, two new housing developments, Sedano at Rolling Hills Ranch with 32 affordable unifs and Mar Brisa at Son Miguel Ranch with 70 affordable units hove pagB:22 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .' ,.' - . .,- .' - .' .' .' ..... .-'-. .... . . .' . . .' . .1999-2004 HOUSINGELEMENTEVAl..UATION.... ,-'."...'. " " .. ,~r '" " "-':'.;):,::','/.:-::;:'::,:;,:':''';;;::'l);:.::;.:!'::'::,,:',":-- ":.. Pr9gralT\~~,viti~> " . """ I ~ en 4.2.4 Mortgage Credit Certificate - The City is 0 porlicipant in 0 coalition consisting of the County of Son Diego and many other cities in providing Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCq to qualified first-time home buyers. The coalition has hired 0 consultant to administer and implement the program on its behalf ond the City contributes to the administration costs of the program. first-time homebuyers ore referred by the Community Development department to the consultant. 4.2.5 HUD Homes - The Community Development deportment sholl assist non-profit organizations to acquire and rehabilitate homes offered for sole through the U.S. Deportment 01 HUD with the expeclation that these homes will then be sold to low-income first-lime homebu ers. 4.2.6 Single-Family Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds - Single-Family Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds con be issued by the City (through the Community Development department), County, or non-profit organizolions to provide mortgage loons to encourage developers 10 provide for.sole housin which is affordable to first-time lawer- ,. Community Development Department, City of Chula Visla, 2005. .';"i'-' .....,,,'.:..... '~r:?',,,.. :.-i .........1999.-200.....PrClQl'ess>) :"..'......_'-y,,':-:.::....--_...., "-.;-.,,..,'.,'.,'. ... ....:....Ac;tions toblti .Ta~eni'. . required this training for urchose of the units. 85 Mortgage Credil Certificates hove been issued and 48 certificates have been re-issued since 1999.16 No homes hove been offered lor sole in Chula Visla through Ihe U.s. Department of HUD as a result of foreclosures. Based upon record low interest roles available for home morlgages, the City did not find il necessary to issue Single Family Residential Mortgage Revenue Bonds to assist first time homebuyers. The ability for low-income households to Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 23 '.. ,'. ,., . , . , ,'. , -, " .1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATiON ,:...'.':'.,;i'.... ,'., <.::,:>:::<>__: .,.r,....,.'......:,.......... ;':< .,':",.,..' .'.,:",' '...'.~rog..c:Jn:li ,. - " ,. " ,,' ,Progr~mAciiviti;,s"" . ,. . .' ,. '.'" ".' :.~ . , . . --;:. ,.. ,.... , .':."" .:.'/i~j.i;:,:.~ ",-',':.:.':' ". .',::,,:',::1,', .":0:' ,',,) ,:.' .,.. I N a> income homebuyers whose incomes do not exceed maximum Federal limits, Buyers must olso intend to live in their homes os their principal residence, Mortgage loons offered under the bond progrom generally have lawer interest rates than conventional loans. Loans are ovailoble for oHached and detoched sin Ie-fa mil residences. 4.2.7 Sweot-Equity - Sweat-equity projeds reduce the production or rehabilitation costs of housing os the homeowners provide some or all of the labor required to construct/rehabilitate the homes. The Community Development deportment shall explore finoncial ossistance for a low-income sweat-e ui ro'ect. Goal 5 - Enable Homeless Individuals and Families to Find Permanent Housin 5,1 Particioole in Conlinue to 5.1.1 Support Existing Regionol Services for the Reaional Efforts to parlicipate in Homeless. Chula Vista encourages the Address Homeless regional efforts 10 coo"rdinated efforts 10 address homeless issues Needs address needs of in the area through 0 conlinuum of core Ihe homeless, model. Two non.profit agencies in the South including the Bay Region (South Bay Community Services Regional Task [SBCS] and MAAC Project) provide assislance Farce for the to the homeless or near homeless populolion. Homeless, local Both SBCS ond MAAC Projeel distribute shelter FEMA Boord, vouchers to needy families, which allows them Regional to stay 01 designated local motels. Assistance is Continuum of rovided throu h the Count of Son Die 0 and 17 Community Development Department, City of Chula Vista, 2005. 18 Con Plan, page 29. .'......::", \;ji?,?S~q9..~fC!~i~~;,:~.. . purchose a home has been driven by the rising sales price of homes in California. During the 1999 - 2005, $179,300 was spent to repoir and rehabilitale hames through the Caring Neighbors and Chrislmas in Oelober progroms,I7 SBCS is the primary service ogency thaI provides homeless shelter and services in Chula Vista. SBCS operates four transilionalliving programs in Chula Vista. The Cily has allocated on an annual basis CDBG funds to SBCS for youth and family support services, housing services, and economic development o ortunilies.18 :"t-~ionsto,b.El/ . ",/;;,.,.tiJken' The City should further expand its policies in addressing regional homeless issues 1hrough the provision of technical assistance, site opportunities, and grants or low-cost loans to provider agencies. Pag~ 24 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .-".;, ' ,:;-, , ~'::=:;"-'>::": :,:::(:.'"--'.r:;~:; '".: - - . i 1999-2004 HOUSiNG ELEMENT EVALUATION ....... ,../.; . :::1'::.": ',:-,:;;-:;.;"::' Y'';:' " Care Council, and County of San Diego Hotel/Motel Voucher Program. Construction of 1 0 transitional housing units. '.,..." _:00"__;":";;"""":'"-';:''' :.........-:'.,:. ,:__:i"', ProgriimACtivities/',ii ",,::' . - n' ::,:.;::,!~::_::.:-,>:::..:_'.:,., ., FEMA. During the winter months, the Interfaith Shelter Network provides shelter for up to 12 people at local porticipoling churches. SBCS also operates several transitional housing programs os described in Section 2 of this Housing Element. The Community Development deportment shall continue to encourage these efforls to provide case management services, emergency shelters, transitional housing, and will utilize CDBG fundin , as a ro riate, to aid in these efforls. Porticipate in 0 Regional Approach to Address Homelessness - The Community Developmenl deportmenl shall continue to participate in the Regional Continuum of Care Council for San Diego County and the County of Son Diego's application for funding through the Federal Supportive Housing Program for the development of new housing facilities for the homeless ond the continuing funding of existing facilities. The City will continue its representotion on the FEMA Boord and the Regional Task Force on Homelessness. "'" I '" -.J 5.1.2 5.2 Facilitote Locol Facilities that Res and to Provide technical assistance and consider financial Evoluate and Identify Facilities and Services - The Community Development deportment sholl evaluate su art facililies and service needs of 5.2.1 '.,". 1999-2004 Progress'. ..' "',' . -....'.'.;.....,."...-.. ....- .:" , Actions to bll ....icikeri. Between 1999 and 2005, $373,000 in HOME Program funds have been used to construct 11 1ransitional housing unils.19 The City of ChuJa Vista continues to participate in regional organizations focused on housing and other needs of the homeless or neor homeless population. Such organizations include the Regional Continuum of Core Council for Son Diego County, Local Emergency Food and Shelter Boord, the Regional Task Force on Homelessness, and the FEMA and County 01 Son Diego Hotel! Motel Voucher Pro rom. The City of Chula Vista continues 10 participate in re iona! or anizations focused Page 25 The current policies should be amended to better reflect the need ,. CV Hsg Production 1 999-2005.xls Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Program.......... Homeless Needs ~ I "" CO '1999-2004. , Oboedives>. assistance to organizations seeking 10 provide or expand facilities and services within Chula Vista. 5.2.2 5.2.3 '. .1999"2004 HOUSING ELEMENT EVALUATION " _. "n' _""". -. ..-' 'Progr(Jm Activ.iti~~ . Ihe homeless and the near homeless and identify appropriate agencies and resources. ..... ..1999"2Qb,i P~~g;~~s .:. ;;.--~.-,'.. .'n._,':"-:"" .,': ",' "> "_ ,.,. .;.c", on housing and other needs of the homeless or near homeless population. Such organizations include the Regional Continuum of Core Council for Son Diego County, local Emergency Food and Sheller Boord, the Regional Task Force on Homelessnes5, and the FEMA and County of San Diego HateV Motel Voucher Pro rom. As 0 recipient of funding through the Federal Emergency Sheller Grant Progrom in 2004, the City allocated $B7 ,169 to SBCS for their emergency sheller programs in Chula Vista. Identify Non-profit Providers to Operate Emergency Shelter Programs - Non-profit providers ore hesitant to undertake emergency shelter and transitional housing programs because of the difficulty in securing adequate operational funds. In addition to room and board, most shelter programs provide some type of case management and other social services. Providers rely heavily on private donations and volunteers 10 fill funding gaps. The Community Development department can directly assisl sheller providers with CDBG or Redevelopment Housing funds, and encourage them 10 apply far available Federal ond Stole Fundin McKinne, E.S.P. ete Facilitate Shelters and Transitional Housing Programs - The City will continue 10 make an effort 10 meelthe needs of the homeless thrau h the lallowin : The Communi Section 19 .5B.ll 0 ofthe City's Municipal Code allows for temporary shelters for the homeless within a church for a .. . Ac:!iCl!1stCl be '. <"Tokerl of identifying appropriate sites and assisting provider agencies in the siling, funding and financing of core facitities. Page 26 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report . . ....Program . .j:> I N CD 5.2.4 :r:.!:i;:.;::: Pragr?1l1 ;b~iviti~~';:'. .:'-:. ",-.'.,';:! .,'.' !::;": '" :" - ,.. .~':.:'_I,.~i,.::...;' ....,.. . Development deportment shall continue to consider providing financial and technical assistance 10 any organizaiion or consortium of organizations seeking to establish transitional housing or shelter programs to serve the homeless populotion. The City will toke other sleps, as necessary, to facilitate these programs (such as amending zoning regulations to allow temporory church-sponsored shelters). The City's Zoning Ordinance currently allows for the development of homeless shelters or lronsitionol housing subiedlo the approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Should the City receive on application or other request for siting of such a facility, the City's Plonning ond Building Deportment will work to expeditiously process the request through the identification of suitable sites, along with (] set of performance criterio under which the CUP will be granted. Because site control is of paramount importance for securing Slate and Federal funding, the City will also consider providing assistance in the site selection and acquisition process. This may include loons, land dedications or land cost write-downs. Group Homes for Six or Fewer Persons - Pursuant to State Law, a residential facility for six or fewer persons may not be treated differently than family dwellings of the same type in the same lone. A residential facility is defined os an fami! home, rau care '1999"2004 p;'~~;'~~ ,.T",:.... ;:..:":':<'" ;;~;i;;.,::":"'" ,':: ....__. '.,' .'.' :,.", ..... Actions to be " .. .. Taken'" maximum of 12 guests up to two weeks per year. The City hos received OnG request to assist with the development of 0 facility for homeless persons. Between 1999 ond 2005,the City provided $373,000 in HOME funds to assist in the development of 0 11 units of transitional housing for youfh coming oul of the County's Foster Care program. Group homes continue to be allowed by right within any residentiol distrid within the City of Chula Vista. Ch~la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 27 , . - . ' . " -' , .- ." ,: " , ,- " '. . . , ," . . . ..... :. "-, ,-,',.' ...-.."...., . . ,.... ",., -, '- ,". . .J 999-2004 IiQUSING ELEMENHVALUATlqN . . . ;....:'". :"" Pr!>9rq& ..' .......i.;PrOllr9111MivitiO;"i.... ;. facility, or similar facility for 24-hour non- medical core. A residential facility olso includes o foster family home, small family home, social rehabilitation facility, community treatment facility, and transitional shelter care facility. Therefore, small group hames for six ar fewer persons can be located in any of the City's residential dislricts by right. ~ I (.0) C) and Waste Conservation as an Int ral Part of Homes 6.1.1 Implement Federal and State Conservation Laws - The Planning and Building. department shall require new developments to comply with applicable Federal, Slale, regional, and local policies and regulations regarding energy and water conservation and air quality improvement. 6.1.2 Resource Conservation - New Housing ~ The Planning ond Building department shall encoura e ener and water conservation in ',"'.'.. ", ...,...-,.-.:., :; . .~,' ;',,-'i -, . ... ,.... AqiOns ,to~e '" "",Takslli', The successful application af conservation practices, as a condition of appraval for projects is an effective policy and will be continued through the current planning period. Conservation policies should be tailared 10 target infill residential projeds in addition 10 the large-scaled planned communilies. The City has continued the application of conservation pradices os a component to all residential developments. All new development are required to comply with applicable federal, slate and local laws relative to conservation of energy resources. Page; 28 Chula Visla Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .PrQ9rOrTl ~ I w -' 6.2 Promote Conservation in Exislina Homes 'J999r~004 . "Ob'edives Change CHIP Guidelines . .1999-2004 HOUSING ELEMENTEVALUATION' 6.1.3 6.1.4 6.1.5 6.2.1 ...,;:.; i'Pr~gr~~~ivilifl~" ,. ", '-" '.', "." ,.,..-;,......'..'.. . ;.," ....,', . ". ..........i999.2094I'rCll;l~llll~..i importance of energy conservation and the techniques employed to promote conservation. The City continues to require the installation of dual-piping systems in new subdivision. The Planning and Building Deporlment continues to require Water Conservation and Air Quality Improvement plans lor large developments. Title 24 energy analysis IS performed as part 01 building plan check process. Weatherization is an eligible activity lor funding under the City's Community Housing Improvement Program. However, due 10 more immediate health and safety needs, there have been limited expenditures for weatherization activities. Promo1ion of conservation in existing homes can be best served through the development of outreach malerials relafed fo energy conservation including descriptions of the benefits, techni ues, materials, conslruction techniques, and features including recycling storage areas, in new housing in conjunction with programs such os "Greenslor" and SDG&E's Comfort Wise Pro ram. Dual Piping - The Engineering deportment sholl continue to require the installation of dual- piping systems in new subdivisions to accommodate the use of reclaimed water for landsco in and other a Hections os feasible. Waler and Air Quality - The Planning and Building deportment sholl continue to require the submission of 0 Ilwatar conservation pion" and "'air quality improvement plan" or other substanlive equivalent document lor large developmenl projects at the Sectional Planning Area SPA Pion sla e or similar level of review. Tille 24 Compliance Review- The Planning and Building department shall continue 10 perform residential Tille 24 energy analysis os port of buildin Ion check rocedures. Weo1herizotion Programs - The Community DevelopmenJ department shall continue to encourage weatherization programs for low- income households. Chula Vista HousIng Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 29 Pr~arq~, -1>0 I w N . - .. . m 1999.2004HQUSING,~LJ:MENTE'lALlj~TION . .... i ,-,' . : ~;:..~:i . .:: :~:: ::;;;;: . ......... .. .~r0,9r~rn;~~i"ili~ :':1'''..'' .:.:>,'j:.~:: ".';>: ....!..',..1.~~9:200~.~~ri~~~~.n...... . . '-' ,':' ~.:.: ,; :":'.~::: ',;. ,I, . . ,.,; .. .~\.:.~" ;:..,. .' .'. <.::" . :,.: ..." ." .. . .... ;,'ir~ir~~J~~,~.""" . and incentive programs available. The City will focus on education and oulreach 10 inform owners of the benefits of energy conservation. The City will continue coordination wilh the Fair Housing Council of Son Diego and its provision of yearly funding to fair housing issues. Page; 30 Energy conservation is an eligible activity for Funding under the City's Community Housing Improvement Program. However, due to more immediate health and safety needs, there hove been limited expenditures for energy efficien activities. of Their Choice Affordable housing developments hove provided and implemented 0 Foir Marketing Plan to alfrad prospective homebuyers and tenonls within the Chula Vista community by advertising to employers and through media directly targeting minority o ulotions. ;.-.-.j...... 6.2.2 Rehabilitation Funds for Conservation - Consider and promote energy conservation as an eligible activity for the City's residential rehobililolion programs administered by the Community Development departmeni. for All Residents 10 Reside in Housin 7.1 ,1 Affirmative Fair Marketing Plans - All developers of housing projects which contain more than 20 dwelling units are required 10 prepare on HAffirmalive Fair Marketing Plan/ which should be designed to olfrad prospeclive homebuyers andlor tenants within the proposed market area, regardless of gender I age, race, notional origin, or religion. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05.06 Annual Progress Report . .. . .. . . .- . . .' ." . .,. .., . . . ' .. ,. . '... -, . -. " . .., . . ,'. .", . 1999-2004 HOUSINCl ~~EMENT EVALUATION Pr09r?[11.A<:liviti~...... 7.1.2 Fair Housing Services. The Community Development department shall continue to provide fair housing services to Chula Vista residents and housing providers through the Fair Housing Council of San Diego. .j:> I (.0) (.0) 7.1.3 Fair Housing Counseling and Education - The Community Development deportment sholl continue 10 provide fair housing counseling services and other referral octivi1ies which are designed to further the fair housing requirements of Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968. The City currently contracts with 0 fair housing consultant 10 respond to any requests or complaints regarding fair housing practices within the Cily and to provide an educotional program for both residents and housin roviders. 7.1.4 Fair Housing Assessment - The Community Development deportment shall conduct on assessment of impediments to fair housing choice every five years in conjunction with the preparation of the Five-year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development. This assessment will include an analysis of the actual level of discrimination in renlol housin 20 San Diego Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair housing Choice, February 2005. 21 San Diego Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair housing Choice, February, 2005. ...-,'" . ,,' .,'li,::"", ] 99c9"7P04. ~~(lgresil.. ..;.(.,. 'i' Ai:tiQn~'() b~ ..... . .tali:~ri . Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report As of February 2005, the Fair Housing Council of Son Diego (FHCSD) sponsors public fair housing educational activities, fair housing outreach activities, and fair housing referral activities for Chula Vista. 70 From Jon. 2000 to March 2003 Ihe FHCSD assisted 154 people with complaints regarding fair housing in the City. The City continues to support the FHCSD and ollocaled approximately $39,000 per yeor to provide services to Chula Vista.'!I Chula Vista participated in the Son Diego Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair housing Choice published in February 2005. Page 31 :- . : .. .' .-.. . :.' -: -:-- ... ... --. :: .. ._':: ....':/. . .\:-. ..;:'-- . -,,: . .:.-.,' .. ' 1999,.2004 HOUSING. ELEMENT EVALUATION> .'. '. ~ c... .......,.-:..: ...:' .,,:-.... P.:o~ra.rn ..,........ .,. .., .., .'..",. ..., .:,'. Pfogr(]m~c1iyitilis;' " for sale housing, and lending and a review of 1he Community Reinvestment activity of local lenders. Additionally, the City is required to prepare an annual performance report of all housing and community development activities, including fair housing activities for the year. ..:.."".... ..: , .'.i99l)';2004Pr~~,r~~s'" ';':-,> Goal 8 - Redudion and/or Removal to the Greatest Extent Possible of Identified Constraints to the Development. Maintenance, and Improvement af Housing. .j>. I <.oJ .j>. 8,1 Streamline Oevelooment Processioa 8.1.1 Development Fees. The Planning and 8uilding department shall continue to review development lees and lacility financing to assure that they ore 05 cost.effective as possible. The City will continue to consider subsidizing or delerring lees lor affordable units on 0 cose-by.cose basis. To monitor development process lor streamlining opportunities and adhere to the priorities for linancial assistance. The City 01 Chula Vista has considered on a cose~by~cose basis the delerral or subsidy 01 lees for affordable housing developments. More specifically, lor a 281 unit development for seniors and families, the City has allowed the ten year delerral 01 Ihe payment 01 the applicable Public Facilities Development Impact Fee ($709,478) and a waiver of the Park Fee ($355,466) subject to the Developer dedicating an additional 1.8 acres of land lor a lulure community park, fhe Residential Construdion Tax ($73,075), and the Reserve Fund lee ($33,604). :;:: Continue a case-by~ case review process. Pago; 32 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 1999-2004 HOUSING EL.EMENT EVALUATION Program B.1.2 Expeditious Project Processing - The Planning and Building and Community Development depart men Is will continue to use a team approach to the application pracessing of affordable law and moderate-income residential developments. The Departments will continue to implement their project manager system that specifically assigns on Entitlement Prajecl Manager (project planner) and a Community Development Prajecl Coardinalor to shepherd prajecls through the review process and coordinate post.entitlemenl issues. Additionally, Ihe Planning and Building deportment, in consultation with the Community Development Department, will assign priority processing of the necessary entitlements cnd plan checks for such residential development projects which do not require extensive engineering or environmental review. Such affordable housing projects ore time sensitive due to deadlines established for the fundi n sources. ..,. I (.oJ 01 ..) 999"2Q04 ProQress.. The City has employed a team approach to processing discretionary approvals and building permits for affordable housing developments to meet established deadlines for funding sources. Adions to be .. .. Taken The City shall provide policies that assign priority processing of developments with 50% or mare of the units affordable to law and moderate-income households. Chu.la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 33 .1999.2004 HqUSI\'lQELEMENT EVALUATION Program 8.1.3 Evaluating Requests far Assistance. The Cily shall consider ossisting developers when necessary 10 enable residential projects to provide preferable producltype or affardabilily in excess of the requirements of the City's Affordable Housing Program. Assistance will be offered to the extent thai resources and programs are available and to the exlent that the residenlial development assisls the City in achieving its housing gaols. The Community Development department shall establish specific procedures for evaluating requests for subsidies involving fees, land write downs, and other forms of City assistance. Evaluation of requests far assistance shall be based on, but nof limited to, the effectiveness of the assistance in achieving a preferable product type and/or the affardability objectives of the Housing Element, the capability of the development team, the reasonableness of development cosls and justification of subsidy needs, and the extent to which other resources ore used to leverage the requested assistance. ~ I (.oJ en Priority for financial assislance would be for those projects that have bolh of the fallowing The City evaluates raquesls for subsidies involving fees, land write downs, and olher forms of City assistance on a first~ come, firsl.serve basis based upon the following factors: Proiect Efficiencv . Effectiveness of leveraging City/Agency resourceSi . Reasonableness of tolal project costs and requesled City/Agency loani . Effectiveness of financing plan for development and long lerm operation of the project; . Leveraging of other funds; . Reasonableness of project timeline for completion and achieving full occupancy, and demonstrated ability to meet timelines. Aclionsto be Taken. The City will continue to utilize a first-come first-served process. The City will provide for review and monitoring of development fees 10 ensure they fee are cost-effective and do no1 negatively influence the feasibility of affordable housing projects. Page, 34 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .. . . J 999-2004 .HOU5ING ELEMENT EVALUATION, ./>0 I w ...... i;,-," '-i. ".','." . :'~;". . ;:-.:.' :<'i,;i ''',,'' l\cliol1SJ9.pe . ,. Taken. . . ,..,0 "-",< Progf~ITIAc:li~iti~' .,. . characteristics: 1) 0 substantial number of the project's units have three bedrooms or more; and 2) 0 substantial number of the unHs ore affordable to very law-income households (50 percent of area median income or less). ",>r "." ,'. ":.~.: 999:2.oQ4 Progl-t!5s'i ,-,""-',.'-'-,"-'-' """."-". .. ".' .., ....., . . Readiness (availability of other financing commitments and 011 planning approvals); and, . Rents that are significantly below market. Effectiveness in Addressina Housina Needs: . Effectiveness in addressing housing priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan and the Housing Strategy; . Collaboration with local community and non-profit organizations in meeting needs or providing services; and, . Remedies significant housing quality problems and supports neighborhood reinvestment. Chu,la Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 35 Prpgrc:JfTI . .j:> I w co . .. 1999-2004 HOUSING. ELEMENT EVALUATION .....;: :pr()grc:JfTI ACtivitieS "'-,' ." ,',....:--...... . .: ":' ::'~ . . . ", i ;:i.-,' . -. . ...1?99c:.!Oq~~,.ogrll$$i Develooer Cooacitv: . Development leom's (i.e. developer and any consultant previous experience in developing affordable housing or market rote housing; . Architecl's capacity; . Management company's capacity; . Developer's organizational capacity; and. . Participation with local non-profit organization. Desio" and location: . Design is appropriate for site and proposed population, and is compatible with surrounding neighborhood; and . Location provides ready access to transportation, schools, recreational facilities, healthcare facilities, grocery stores, and other shopping o ortunities. 'iX' A.!:I.. .io.nst().......b.e'. ""c,..': Taka"'"' Pag~ 36 Chula VIsta Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report .".. I c..> CD :.//::;.-=,>" .'. ,;' ','. - '. ," ....... Pr~9ram.; n';;_:;.,:."'",,,_,,'''';:''':':'''','' ":.,;-'-'-'- ;,,'. ..:Pr~9r~I11,,~i~i!ill~i::": .., 8.1.4 Flexible Development Slondords - The Planning and 8uilding department sholl continue to encourage the use of flexible development standards thraugh the Planned Community (PC) Zone and Precise Plan (P) Modifying Dislricl, where such ore dearly identified with increased availability of affordable hausing. .",.. , ",-.-". """,', '1 SlSlSl-~004ProgrllSS" '. :,;, ';: -i: -' _ ::' ~ I __.: "-;' _ '."' .. - -',," - , - . . un ': '-.' -:: _ ,. : '., ;;;, .. The City will cantinue to monitor the need for flexible development standards, especially in the urbanized areas, where infjll develapment will require more creative site planning. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Priority is also placed upon the provision of housing for very low~income households and large bedroom units. However, no formal process has been estoblished. The majority of affordable housing units (78%) hove been built within master planned communities. An addilionol 117 units hove been built within urban Chula Vislo and no Precise Plan modifier was necessary. Page 37 b. Assess Effectiveness of Actions and Outcomes GOAL 1: CONSERVE EXISTING AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Program 1.1: Preservation of Assisted Housing at Risk of Converting to Market Rate. Discussion: The 1999-2004 Housing Element identified the preservation of 32 units in the Meadows project. This complex converted to market rate in 2000. Although the City was unable to prevent this project from converting, the City shall revise the current policies and programs to proactively work with two housing developments at risk of conversion. Specifically, the City understands more proactive coordination with affordable housing developers is necessary. Additionally, a resource program for residents of these units should be considered in the case the units cannot be prevented from conversion. Finally, the City considers this issue can be better addressed at the front-end of affordable project development through Affordable Housing Agreements that may allow the City first right of refusal for the purchase of affordable units converting to market rate. Program 1.2: Condominium Conversions Discussion: Due to the high demand for housing and the need for mare affordable housing opportunities the City of Chula Vista, the region has seen a significant increase in condominium conversions. The trend toward increased condo conversions began in 2005, with 432 units converting to condominium ownership. The City views this trend has an important indicator of the need to balance the needs of all income levels while providing more homeownership opportunities for all residents. More importantly, the City sees the loss of low-income rental units as a serious concern. To address this, the City considers revisions to the Municipal Code Chapter 15.56 that address impacts to local planning areas, tenant rights and fee provisions for rental conversions as key program revisions to successfully administer future conversions. Program 1.3: Single Family and Mobile Home Rehabilitation Discussion: The City's CHIP loan/grant program has been provided for an effective means for the rehabilitation of housing for very low, special needs and senior households. Since 1999, 191 grants and 23 loons have been utilized by local residents. Of the 214 grants, 111 Page 38 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-40 grants involved elderly households and 147 involved mobile homes. Therefore, the program has been very effective in targeted assistance to the appropriate income levels. The City would like to see more focused efforts in the specific areas most needed for rehabilitation activities. Therefore, the City considers the northwest and southwest planning areas as priority areas for the provision of CHIP resources. Additionally, the City would like to be more pra-active in the provision of loans and grants through targeted efforts in the City's mast affected neighborhoods. Program 1.4: Rehabilitate Deteriorating and Substandard Rental Housing Discussion: The objectives of the previous Housing Element included the rehabilitation of 25 very low- and 95 low-income rental units through the Rental Housing Acquisition and Rehabilitation Program. Since 1999, 24 units of very low- and 94 units of low-income have been acquired and/or rehabilitated. The City will continue to make funds available for affordable housing developers to acquire rental housing that is substandard, deteriorating, or in danger of being demolished. Additionally the City Code Enforcement program has been an effective means for proactively identifying health and safety issues in rental housing. In 2002, the City restarted its Title 25 Mobile Home Inspection Program. The City's Multi-Family Rental Inspection Program was restarted in 2003. Since the restarting of these programs, 1,312 units within 233 complexes and 10 mobile home parks with 991 mobile home units have been inspected. These programs have been effective in rehabilitating the existing rental housing stock and the City will continue both programs during in the 2005-2010 Housing Element cycle. Program 1.5: Preservation of Mobile Home Park Living Discussion: The City's CHIP program has been an effective means at the preservation of mobile home park living through the provision of loans and grants for mobile home residents. Of the 214 CHIP loans/grants provided by the City, 147 were allocated to mobile home park residents. Additionally, the City's Mobile Home Space Rent Review Ordinance has been an effective means for protecting the rights of mobile home residents in preserving affordable housing. In response to recent trends, the City revised Chapter 9.50 of the Municipal Code to include provisions for the limiting of rent increases, more stringent code compliance, greater specificity in allowable rate increase provisions, provisions for "vacancy decontrol", space rents monitoring, and greater clarity in process and definitions of the Ordinance. As a result of these actions, there were no Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 39 4-41 mobilehome/trailer parks converted during the 1999-2005 Housing Element planning period. The City of Chula Vista will continue to give CHIP grants and loans to mobile home residents ond will continue to enforce the Mobilehome Space Rent Review Ordinance during the 2005-2010 Housing Element cycle. ... GOAL 2: MAINTAIN AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS IN CHULA VISTA Program 2.1: Reinvest in the City's Well-Established Neighborhoods Discussion: The City's desire to identify and target two residential neighborhoods for c1ean-up/fix-up and rehabilitate 25 homes through Christmas in October were key objective in the prior Housing Element planning period. Through the Neighborhood Revitalization Program, programs to target low- and moderate-income households have been implemented. Specifically, the Castle Park Neighborhood Revitalization Area received considerable funding to improve infrastructure, landscape and property. For the 1999-2005 Housing Element planning period, approximately $2,000,000 was expended on the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. During this same period, 35 homes were rehabilitated through the Christmas in October progrom. In addition to rehabilitation programs, the City's code enforcement function provided monitoring of neighborhood conditions to provide proactive response to potential deterioration of neighborhoods. During the 1999-2005 planning period, 12,000 complaints were responded to, 1,312 rental units were inspected and 991 mobile homes were ins pected. The City desires to continue the successful implementation of these programs but desires further integration with the CHIP, Neighborhood Revitalization Program, Capital Improvement Program, and Code Enforcement to enhance the overall effectiveness of neighborhood reinvestment. ... GOAL 3: ENSURE THAT AN ADEQUATE AND DIVERSE HOUSING SUPPLY IS AVAILABLE TO MEET THE CITY'S EXISTING AND FUTURE NEEDS. Page 40 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-42 Program 3. J : Affordable Housing Program Discussion: The City's objective for the 1999-2005 planning period was to construct 590 lower- income units, of which 130 units were to be for-sole. Additionally, 470 units for moderate-income households were to be constructed. Due to the effectiveness of the City's inclusionary requirements and the consideroble development of master planned communities in the eastern area of the City, 831 low-income units were constructed in the eastern orea of Chula Vista. Of these developments, 19 percent were provided as for-sole units. Additionally 842 moderate-income units were developed. The City sholl continue the inclusionary policy for projects of 50 units or more providing ten percent affordable housing to low- and moderate-income households. The recent trends in housing opportunities in western Chula Vista and.the continued development of the planned communities in eastern area will continue to provide continual opportunities for the provision of affordable units citywide. The City believes considerations should be made to codify the inclusionary policy into an Ordinance. Program 3.2: Protection of Coastal Housing Discussion: The City has complied with the provIsions of state law relative to the monitor and reporting of affordable housing units and new construction of replocement housing in the coostol zone. Since the 1999-2005 plonning period, no demolition or conversion of housing units has occurred within the coastal zone. The City shall cantinue to monitor and report on activities in the coastal zone. Program 3.3: Provide Incentives for Low-income Housing Construction Discussion: The City of Chula Vista views incentives as an effective means in providing benefits to the development community for the provision of affordable housing. To this end, the 1999- 2005 Housing Element cycle sought to establish a Density Bonus Ordinance, provide relaxed development standards, provide land write-downs, and pursue alternative funding sources. Currently, the City has not adopted a Density Bonus Ordinance, but does follow state guidelines for the provision of density bonuses. All development projects requesting density bonuses hove been granted through the City's resolution on density bonuses. To dote, three residential developments have received density bonuses and other incentives. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 41 4-43 A total of 249 units were developed under the density bonus provision, of which 77 were granted as a density bonus. The City wishes to continue pursuing the amendment of Title 9 of the Municipal Code to codify density bonus provisions, consistent with the requirements of Government Code section 65915 and as amended through SB 1818. Although the City was unable to adopt this Ordinonce during the last planning period, a target year of 2007 has been set. The City has continued to monitor the modification of development standards on a case- by-case basis. To date, nearly all affordable housing developments have been able to meet the requirements. Two developments, Villa Serena (132 units) and Brisa del Mar (106 units) have received modifications to standards, including parking, open space and landscape buffers. The City believes this approach has been effective and will continue the evaluation of standards on a case-by-case basis. The City of Chula Vista has not directly provided land write-downs or land assemblage, os no request by the development community has occurred during the 1999-2005 planning period. The City believes this policy should be modified in the current Housing Element to discuss financial assistance by the City, of which land-write downs may be appropriate. Additionally, the City believes the identification of appropriate housing sites on City-owned property is 0 mare proactive approach to assist the development community. The City of Chula Vista wished to pursue alternative funding sources during the previaus Housing Element planning period. During this time, several projects received FHLB funds and the Brisa del Mar project received $2.5 million in Joe Serna Jr. Fanmworker Housing Funds. Additionally, the City received State funding from the Jobs-Housing Balance program and Rental Housing Rehab Assistance program. The City believes more intensive outreach to the development community, through marketing of programs and providing descriptions of available assistance programs. As port of this housing element update, the City has included an "implementation tools" section, to provide 0 summary of local, state, federal and private funding/financing sources to .assist in the development of affordable housing. Program 3.4: Pursue Housing Opportunities for Lower Income Households, with AHention to Those Who Have Special Needs Discussion: During the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista sought to implement this program through the provision of the Section 8 rental assistance program, Shored Housing Program, second dwelling unit ordinance, relaxed zoning restrictions to special needs housing, construction of mixed used development, and redevelopment agency participation in housing construction. The City of Chula Vista continued to work with the Housing Authority of San Diego. As of March 2005, 2,492 households in Chula Vista were recipients of Section 8 housing Page 42 Chula VISta Housing Element FY 05--06 Annual Progress Report 4-44 vouchers. In addition, the Housing Authority operates four public housing developments in the city, providing 120 units. The City's Shared Housing Program has been funded through the previous Housing Element planning period, providing assistance to approximately 102 Chula Vista residents. The City adopted a second dwelling unit ordinonce in 2003, allowing for second dwelling units in the A, R-E, R-1 and P-C zones. Through July of 2004, the City has approved the construction of 25 second dwelling units. The City has modified its Zoning Code to allow for senior housing in any zone except the R-1, R-2, C-V, CoT and Industrial zones. The City also provides discretion in the granting of exceptions to development standards. Additionally, the City's Inclusionary Housing policy provides for the development of senior hausing. Under this program, 36 very low- ond 191 low-income units have been constructed during the previous planning period. To further encourage the development of affordoble units, the City has aggressively pursued the development of mixed-use commercial/residential projects. Two affordable housing developments have been constructed as mixed-use projects comprising of 377 units total. Additionally, the City has modified its land use designations of the General Plan to allow for two new mixed-use designations; Mixed-Use Residential and Mixed-Use Transit Focus Area. To provide additional opportunities for affordable housing development, the City has provided $10.7 million in HOME and agency set-aside funds to construct and/or rehabilitate 123 very low- and 807 low-income units. Pursuont to Proposition C, the City has acquired 11 odditional dwelling units with 67 units remaining to be acquired under the provisions of this law. The City of Chula Visto believes the policy direction toward the provision of housing opportunities in the existing urbanized areas will influence the policies of the Housing Element through the encouragement of mixed-use development in the Southwest and Northwest planning areas ond provisions to amend Title 9 of the Municipal Code. Additionally, amendments to the Municipal Code that allow for the intensification/reuse of infill sites shall be a policy action of the Housing Element. The City will also consider increases in the affordable housing requirements in redevelopment areas to further encourage the development of affordable units. The trend toward more urbanized, infill development requires the City to reevaluate the Bolance Communities-Affordable Housing Policy to better reflect its opplication to urban infill sites. Chula VISta Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 43 4-45 ... GOAl 4: INCREASE OF HOMEOWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOW- AND MODERATE-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS. Program 4.1: Encourage the Construction of a Variety of Housing Types. Discussion: To encourage the construction of a variety of housing types, the City continued to implement its Affordable Housing Program. Objectives of the previous Housing Element included assistance of 130 low-income first-time homebuyers and the provision of 25 Mortgage Credit Certificates to low- and moderate-income households. During the previous planning period, the City assisted in the construction of 162 low- income units in Eastlake and Rolling Hills Ranch. The City has approved the construction of 245 units, scheduled for construction in 2006-2007. Additionally, 85 Mortgage Credit Certificates hove been issued and 48 hove been reissued. The City believes the Affordable Housing Policy has been extremely effective in the provision of affordable housing in the City's eastern area. To expand these opportunities citywide, the City believes more focused policy direction should address the need to enhance the Affordable Housing Policy as it applies to infill and mixed-use develapme'nt in the western area of the City. Program 4.2: Assist Low-Income Households in the Purchase of a Home. Discussion: During the previous Housing Element planning period the City sought to assist first-time homebuyers through direct monetary assistance, homebuyer education/counseling, issuance of Mortgage Credit Certificates, issuance of mortgage revenue bonds, and encouragement of sweat-equity projects, During the previous planning period the City provided $52,000 for down payment and closing cost assistance through the First-Time Homebuyer Program. Additionally, the City provided moilers, informational materials at the public counter, and facilitated public meetings to disseminate the First-Time Homebuyer Program. In 2000, the City held a Homebuyer's Fair that involved the participation by lenders, realtors, and representative from the master planned communities. The City now requires that potential homebuyers in the City's affordable housing units offend 0 homeowner training program as a condition of their eligibility to purchase the unit. To date, potential buyers for 102 units hove attended this training, Additionally, Page 44 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-46 through the previous planning period, 85 mortgage credit certificates hove been issued and 46 hove been reissued. Due to the record low interest rates, the City did not see the need to issue mortgage revenue bonds and sholl consider the revision of this program in the 2005-2010 Housing Element. The City allocated $179,300 to repair and rehabilitate homes through the Coring Neighbors and Christmas in October programs. These programs provide the ability of homeowners and volunteers to utilize free labor to write down the costs of improving properties. The City feels these two programs hove been very successful in engage the community in improving their neighborhoods and will continue the programs in the current planning period. Due to the current cost of housing and the difficulty in providing affordable housing units, the City believes the current policies in the Housing Element should be modified to consider increasing the increase loan amounts under the First-Time Homebuyer Program. Additionally, the City would like to consider revisions to the homebuyer program to require the continuous sole of affordable units versus recapturing of equity only. ... GOAL 5: ENABLE HOMELESS INDMDUALS AND FAMILIES TO FIND PERMANENT HOUSING Program 5.1: Participate in Regional Efforts to Address Homeless Needs. Discussion: The City of Chula Vista understands that homelessness is a regional issue that must be addressed in concert with regional service providers to most effectively provide assistance to the homeless population. During the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista sought to support existing regional services for the homeless and provide local support for regional homelessness efforts throughout the County. Throughout the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista mode diligent efforts in participating with regional service providers such os South Bay Community Services and MAAC. SBCS operates four transitional living programs in Chula Vista and the City has allocated annual CDBG funding to this service agency to provide a host of services for the homeless and near homeless. Additionally, $373,000 in HOME funds hove been utilized from 1999-2005 to construct 11 transitional housing units in the City. The City of Chula Vista has mode significant efforts to continue its coordination with regional homelessness issues through participation with the Regional Continuum of Core Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 45 4-47 Council, Local Emergency Food and Shelter Board, Regional Task Force on Homelessness, FEMA and the San Diego Hotel/Motel Voucher Program. The City would like to further expand its policies in addressing regional homeless issues through the provision of technical assistance, site opportunities, and grants or low-cost loans to provider agencies. Program 5.2: Facilitate Local Facilities That Respond to Homeless Needs. Discussion: During the previous Housing Element planning period, the City of Chula Vista desired to facilitate homeless needs through the evaluation and identification of facilities, providers, ond programs that best address the needs homeless persons in Chula Vista. The City of Chula Vista has continued its commitment to collaborating with local and regional organizations such as the Regional Continuum of Care Council, Local Emergency Food and Shelter Board, the Regional Task for on Homelessness, FEMA, and the County of San Diego. The City has also provided South Bay Community Services, a local shelter provider with $87,169 in funds for the support of shelters in Chula Vista. During the previous planning period, the City of Chula Vista has amended the Municipal Code to allow provisions for the use of Church facilities has homeless shelters. To date, one church has requested assistance in the development of a facility for homeless persons. In 1999 and 2005, the City provided $373,000 in HOME funds to assist in the development of an 11 unit transitional housing facility for youth coming out of the County's Foster Care Program. The City believes the current policies should be amended to better refled the need of identifying appropriate sites and assisting provider ogencies in the siting, funding and financing of core facilities. ... GOAL 6: ENCOURAGE ENERGY AND WASTE CONSERVATION AS AN INTEGRAL PART OF HOMES Program 6.1: Institute Conservation as Part of New Construction Discussion: Page 46 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05--06 Annual Progress Report 4-48 During the previous planning period, the City has continued the application of conservation practices os 0 component to 011 residential developments. All new development is required to comply with applicable federal, state and local lows relative to conservation of energy resources. The City has also provided literature to the development community describing the importance of energy conservation and the techniques employed to promote conservation. The City also continues to coordinate with Son Diego Gas and Electric in regards to energy conservation programs. To promote the use of reclaimed water, the City of Chula Vista requires the installation of dual-piping systems in 011 new subdivisions. This requirement has provided significant contributions to the reduction in water demand for irrigation and other applications. For larger development projects, the City now requires water conservation and air quality improvement plans as a standard condition of approval. The City believes the successful application of conservation practices, as 0 condition of approval for projects is an effective policy and will be continued through the current planning period. Additionally, these conservation policies should also be tailored to target infjll residential projects in addition to the lorge-scaled planned communities. Program 6.2: Promote Conservation in Existing Homes Discussion: To promote conservation of the existing housing stock in Chula Vista, the City has sought to encouraged weatherization of lower income units and provide funding for conservation activities. The City's CHIP program has revised the eligible activities to include weatherization activities. Although these activities are eligible under the CHIP program, limited expenditures have been made due to the priority of mitigating health and safety issues. The City believes the promoting of conservation in existing homes can be best served through the development of outreach materials related to energy conservation including descriptions of the benefits, techniques, and incentive programs available. The City believes existing property owners should be informed of the benefits of energy conservation, as it provides 0 meons to reduce costs borne by property owners, while preserving the existing housing stock. The policy revisions to the current Housing Element reflect a focus toward outreach and education. Chula VISta Housing Element FY 05..06 Annual Progress Report Psge47 4-49 ... GOAL 7: PROMOTE EQUAL OPPORTUNl1Y FOR ALL RESIDENTS TO RESIDE IN HOUSING OF THEIR CHOICE Program 7.1: Fair Housing Practices Discussion: During the previous planning period, the City of Chula Vista set a goal of providing fair housing assistance to 150 residents through Fair Marketing Plans, City-initiated fair housing services, counseling/education, and the assessment of fair housing issues. The City requires affordable housing developments of more than 20 dwelling units to prepare an affirmative fair marketing plan to attract prospective homebuyers. During the previous planning period, the City has been very successful in marketing alternative housing choices and seeks to continue this policy. The City of Chula Vista has been an active participant with the Fair Housing Council of Son Diego in hosting and providing additional support for educational activities, outreach programs and housing referrals. From January 2003 to March 2003, FHCSD assisted 154 Chula Vista residents with fair housing complaints. The City also allocates $39,000 per fiscal year to provide assistance ta Chula Vista residents. The City believes continued coordination with the Fair Housing Council of San Diego and provision of yearly funding to fair housing issues should be continued through the 2005- 2010 planning period. ... GOAL 8: REDUCTION AND/OR REMOVAL TO THE GREATEST EXTENT POSSIBLE OF INDENTIFIED CONSTRAINTS TO THE DEVELOPMENT, MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF HOUSING. Program 8.1: Streamline Development Processing Discussion: During the prior planning period, the City of Chula Vista sought to provide a streamlined development process through development fee waivers, reduced processing timelines, development subsidies, and the granting of flexible development standards. Page 48 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-50 The City has considered development fee waivers for a 281-unit senior/family housing development allowing for a 10-year deferral of development and park fees totaling over $1 million. The City believes the case-by-case process provides for a flexible method to apply fee waivers as they apply to a project and enables the City to negotiate based on project feasibility rather than blanket fee waivers that may not apply to all circumstances. The City believes this approach has been successful in addressing the needs of the development community and will continue this during the 2005-2010 planning period. To provide for expeditious processing, the City has employed a team approach to the processing of discretionary approvals. To ensure the expeditious processing of affordable housing projects, the City assigns an entitlement project manager and community development project coordinator to process housing projects. The City olso employs a priority system allowing affordable housing developments to take precedent in the approval process. To further this, the current Housing Element shall provide policies that assign priority processing of developments with 50 percent or more of the units affordable to low- and moderate-income households. To provide development subsidies for projects, the City has developed a first-come first- served basis and considers the following factors; (1) project efficiency, (2) effectiveness in addressing housing needs, (3) developer capacity and (4) design and localion. The City has found this process is successful in prioritizing assistance to affordable housing developments and will continue to utilize this approach in the 2005-2010 planning period. As a supplement to this policy, the City will provide for review and monitoring of development fees to ensure they fee are cost-effective and do not negatively influence the feasibility of affordoble housing projects. Flexible development standards are encouraged in the development of affordable housing. The majority of affordable units (78%) have been developed in the City's master planned communities, in addition to the 117 units developed in the western, urbanized area of Chula Vista. Two projects requested and were granted relaxed development standards, with the remainder able to develop without the need to relax standards. The City will continue to monitor the need for flexible development standards, especially in the urbanized areas, where infill development will require more creative site planning. Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report Page 49 4-51 C. Progress Toward Mitigating Governmental Constraints Identified in the Housing Element The 1999-2004 Housing Element contained a discussion of governmental 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 include growth management measures, land use controls, building codes, processing fees, and site improvement costs. As discussed in the analysis for Goal 8.1 above, the City of Chulo Vista sought to provide a streamlined development process through development fee waivers, reduced processing timelines, development subsidies, and the granting of flexible development standards. The following summary includes information on octions taken to mitigate identified constraints. Procedural To provide for expeditious processing, the City has employed 0 team approach to the processing of discretionary approvals. To ensure the expeditious processing of affordable housing projects, the City assigns an entitlement project manager and community development project coordinator to process housing projects. The City also employs a priority system allowing affordoble housing developments to take precedent in the approval process. Flexible development standards are encouraged in the development of affordable housing. Two projects requested and were granted relaxed development stondards, with the remoinder able to develop without the need to relax standards. The City will continue ta monitor the need for flexible development standards, especially in the urbanized areas, where infill development will require more creative site planning. Financial The City has considered development fee waivers for a 281-unit senior/family housing development allowing for a 10-year deferral of development and park fees totaling over $1 million. The City believes the case-by-case process provides for a flexible method to opply fee waivers as they apply to a project and enables the City to negotiate based on project feasibility rather than blanket fee waivers that may not apply to all circumstances. The City believes this approach has been successful in addressing the needs of the development community and will continue this during the 2005-2010 planning period. To provide development subsidies for projects, the City has developed a first-came first-served basis. The City has found this successful in providing assistance to affordable housing developments and will continue to utilize this approach in the 2005-2010 planning period. Page 50 Chula Vista Housing Element FY 05-06 Annual Progress Report 4-52