Item 30 - Uncodified Ordinance Amending the List of Parcels

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Some of these sources provide data on the same topic through different methodologies, which results in various data outcomes. For example, the decennial census is based on a count of the entire population every 10 years while the ACS is based on a small but more detailed survey of the population conducted every year. For this reason, the Census data and ACS data often show some differences. This AFFH analysis includes the most relevant data source for identifying fair housing issues and trends. 1.3 General Plan The Santa Ana General Plan, adopted April 19, 2022, provides long-term policy direction to guide the physical development, quality of life, economic health, and sustainability of the city through 2045. Informed by a comprehensive public engagement process, the General Plan establishes a shared vision of the community's aspirations as the world -class capital of Orange County that celebrates diversity, neighborhoods, and cultural heritage. Focus Areas Santa Ana's Focus Areas, as defined in the General Plan, are strategically located throughout the city along major arterials with access to high quality public transportation and link the City's existing form -based code areas. The Focus Areas provide opportunities to develop a breadth of housing types at densities ranging from 20 to 125 dwelling units per acre by right, and stand to address the diverse housing needs of the community. These areas, characterized by existing, under construction, and planned infrastructure and growth potential, are envisioned as mixed -use hubs combining residential, commercial, and recreational elements. A detailed description of each Focus Area can be found on the interactive General Plan website (https:Hgeneral-plan-santa-ana- ca.proudcity.com/). The Focus Areas have already begun to experience rapid change and increased opportunity for residents. The West Santa Ana Boulevard Focus Area parallels the OC Streetcar route, Orange County's first modern streetcar that will run 4.15 miles and connect to the regional train network by way of the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center, offering multi -modal mobility options and residential development opportunities along the streetcar stations. The OC Streetcar is slated to be completed and operational in 2025. The Related Bristol Specific Plan was approved October 2024 in the South Bristol Focus Area, effectuating the vision for the Focus Area outlined in the General Plan. At buildout, Bristol Related will accommodate up to 3,750 residential units, a 250- room hotel, a 200-unit tower for senior living, and up to 350,000 square feet of restaurants and shops, as well as a grocery store and 13 acres of park space. Additionally, the City has contracted the services of Torti Gallas + Associates to draft five public realm plans, one for each Focus Area, to ensure infrastructure, pedestrian, bicyclist, and recreational needs are being met in the Focus Areas. This approach will foster walkable environments with easy access to essential services and amenities, providing a high quality of life for all residents, including lower -income individuals residing in existing residences or future residents that will occupy units in future developments within these areas. As such, the Focus Areas are the ideal location for new residential development, opportunity, and housing mobility. The locations of the Focus Areas can be seen in Figure 1 and Figure 2. These plans are currently being developed and are expected to be completed in 2025 as a part of a larger General Plan implementation effort.