HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-009 - Building Industry Association Orange County ChapterRESOLUTION NO. 2016-009
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT
OF THE HOUSING FUTURES INITIATIVE BY THE
BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION ORANGE
COUNTY CHAPTER
WHEREAS, in 2014 the Building Industry Association Orange County Chapter, in
collaboration with the Orange County Business Council (OCBC) embarked on the
Housing Futures Initiative to reverse the trend of losing Orange County's young adults
and diverse workforce due to high housing costs by offering a road map for the creation
of new housing options that is attainable and meets the needs of our local cities and
economies;
WHEREAS, in 2015, $141,000 is the annual minimum qualifying income to afford
a median -priced home in Orange County, and $66,000 annually to lease a typical two-
bedroom apartment in Orange County;
WHEREAS, due to the high cost of living, the Orange County region is losing 7%
of individuals in the 25-34 age range while surrounding counties are showing an
increase;
WHEREAS, due to the lack of affordable housing, 6,210 existing homes are at
risk of losing affordability in the next five years, and 91% of homes are unaffordable to
teachers;
WHEREAS, powered by more than 1,100 member companies, the BIA/OC is
committed to supporting the creation of housing at all levels of affordability as the
foundation of vibrant and sustainable communities;
WHEREAS, through collaboration with local stakeholders, Community Members and
Business Partners, the six recommendations set forth in The Initiative are designed to
promote and encourage the development of a broad range of housing at all levels of
affordability, and are as follows;
• Existing Opportunities: Existing General Plans and zoning documents provide
opportunities to build homes that can be offered at lower price points. These
opportunities need to be identified and promoted to stakeholders.
• Modernize Zoning: A greater variety of housing can be provided by adopting
flexible development standards and modernizing zoning. Specifically, changes
should be designed to provide housing that attracts individuals who are leaving
Orange County due to a lack of affordable housing: individuals 25 - 34, and
Boomers.
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• Create New Incentives: Simple steps — such as a reduction in building setbacks
or parking requirements — can be taken to attract development of income -
restricted housing.
• Expedite The Process: Streamlining the development process for housing that
meets an underserved need can be accomplished by fast -tracking permits and
even pre -approving EIRs for residential property. A menu of strategies can be
provided to municipalities.
• Match Housing with Transportation: Key demographics needing affordable
housing often desire -or need -access to transportation services. An emphasis
should be placed on locating affordable new home opportunities near train
stations, bus stops and other forms of public transportation.
• Enlist Community and Business Partners: Creating housing that meets the
needs of all Orange County is a challenge for all of Orange County — not just
local governments and the building industry. As such, partnerships with the BIA
and other stakeholders should be created to identify and advocate for affordable
housing solutions.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Ana resolves as follows:
Section 1: In recognition of the positive impact The Housing Futures Initiative will
have on the local community and economy, we formally affirm our support for The
Housing Futures Initiative and the benefits that it provides the County of Orange.
Section 2: This Resolution shall be operative immediately upon adoption by
the City Council.
ADOPTED this 19th day of January, 2016.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By
Sonia R. C alho
City Attorney
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AYES: Councilmembers: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento Tinaiero (6)
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers: None (0)
NOT PRESENT: Councilmembers: Amezcua (1)
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council, do hereby attest to and certify the attached
Resolution No. 2016-009 to be the original resolution adopted by the City Council of the
City of Santa Ana on January 19, 2016.
Date: ! .9? /
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Clerk of the Council
City of Santa Ana
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