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<br /> <br />Orange County 251 25-29 Regional AFH <br /> <br />N. Mission Viejo <br />Issue: Concentration and Disproportionate Housing Needs <br />Most of the city has a high concentration of White residents, although there are neighborhoods <br />in the southern, northern, and western parts of the city where there's more diversity. Overall, <br />residents have good access to opportunities, though getting around on public transit or finding <br />affordable transportation can be a challenge. Additionally, data on fair housing complaints shows <br />that people with disabilities often face challenges when it comes to housing. Renters across <br />Orange County, including in Mission Viejo, are also struggling with housing costs. <br />Contributing Factors: <br />1. Limited affordable housing overall due to land use designations and zoning regulations. <br />2. Limited availability of affordable units in a range of sizes and types. <br />3. Displacement of residents due to economic pressures. <br />4. Lack of affordable, integrated housing for individuals who need supportive needs. <br />5. Regulatory barriers to providing housing and supportive services for individuals with <br />disabilities. <br />6. Lack of private investments in specific neighborhoods. <br />7. Housing discrimination in the private market. <br />Actions: Timeframe: <br />Increase housing opportunities through the following actions: <br />1. Proactively outreach to developers about development <br />opportunities. <br />Annually <br />2. Actively market Site 3 and reach conclusion regarding the <br />importation of dirt to be able to deliver a Pad-ready site to <br />potential developers. <br />By July 2026 <br />3. For Site 3 development, establish a priority processing <br />procedure, with fee waivers and grant other incentives and <br />concessions as appropriate, including the need and <br />applicability for CDBG Funding. <br />By July 2026 <br />4. Conduct an outreach and education program regarding SB <br />4 opportunities for religious facilities and nonprofit colleges. <br />By December 2025 <br />5. Promote funding available from Orange County Housing <br />Finance Trust’s Affordable ADU Loan Program. <br />Annually <br />6. Apply for funding available at the state to assist lower and <br />moderate-income homeowners to develop ADUs. <br />Annually <br />7. Prioritize funding for projects that set aside units for special <br />needs populations and those with extremely low incomes. <br />Annually <br />EXHIBIT 6