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projects not only aim to provide jobs but also improve the overall quality of life, especially in the <br />areas currently lower in economic opportunity scores. <br />Table 11 <br />Distribution of Units by Economic Opportunity <br />Affordable <br />Mixed <br />Income Total <br />0 - 0.2 4% 4% 4% <br />0.2 - 0.4 53% 44% 47% <br />0.4 - 0.6 22% 28% 26% <br />0.6 - 0.8 22% 23% 23% <br />> 0.8 0% 0% 0% <br />Total 4,222 9,648 13,870 <br />Exempt Sites <br />The exempt sites designated by the City are primarily located along the west and east sides of <br />17th Street and Tustin Avenue to the east. These areas are generally outside of the City’s Focus <br />Areas and not targeted for redevelopment under the General Plan. Similar to the Alternative sites, <br />there is a high number of exempt sites located within lower economic score areas, but this is <br />consistent with the makeup of the entire City, like many other factors. <br />Conclusion <br />Both the Alternative and Exempt sites are in areas where there are lower in economic opportunity <br />scores. However, with the Alternative sites primarily situated in the central and northern parts of <br />the City, zoning and land use plans encourage multi-family development that could lead to <br />improved conditions for all residents. Santa Ana has implemented a variety of economic and <br />housing initiatives aimed at revitalizing its downtown area and supporting this kind community <br />growth. The city aims to enhance downtown as a mixed-income, transit-oriented hub with <br />affordable housing options for all income levels. In the City’s General Plan a key policy is to also <br />encourage the creation of “complete communities” where residents have access to housing, <br />services, and amenities within walkable mixed-use neighborhoods. These efforts, combined with <br />historic preservation and proactive tenant protection policies, are designed to make downtown <br />Santa Ana a vital hub for the community. <br />ATTACHMENT 3