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CC - Item 4D - 2020 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports s F M Alt 9 h v O ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL GIVI�C PRPDE STAFF REPORT 4I'CDRPORATED A°q TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: GLORIA MOLLEDA, CITY MANAGER,.._6,LA . DATE: MARCH 9, 2021 SUBJECT: 2020 GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORTS SUMMARY California Government Code § 65400 requires the filing of both a General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report by April 1' of each year, for the prior calendar year, with the State Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). State law also requires that the Annual Progress Reports be presented at a public meeting before the City Council where members of the public are given an opportunity to comment on the City's progress. This agenda item meets these statutory requirements. The General Plan Annual Progress Report (Attachment "A") summarizes the status of the City's General Plan and progress in its implementation. The Housing Element Annual Progress Report. (Attachment "B") summarizes low- to above moderate-income residential building activity; Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) progress; and progress of the housing program implementation for the 2020 calendar year. The Housing Element Annual Progress Report was prepared on forms provided by HCD, using definitions adopted by HCD. DISCUSSION The City of Rosemead General Plan is a long-range planning program that is designed to guide the orderly growth and development of the City over the long-term. The General Plan communicates the City's vision of its future and establishes a policy framework to govern decision-making concerning the physical development of the community. It also provides assurances that the community at large will be supported by an adequate range of public services and infrastructure systems. Annual Progress Reports provide local legislative bodies with information regarding the implementation of the General Plan and the Housing Element for their city or county. The Annual Progress Reports are strictly reporting documents that do not create or modify any City of Rosemead goals or policies found within the General Plan or Housing Element. Annual Progress Reports must be presented to the local legislative body for review and acceptance. Once AGENDA ITEM 4.D City Council Meeting March 9,2021 Page 2 of 2 approved, the General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports must be filed with the State Office of Planning and Research and the Department of Housing and Community Development. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Receive and file the 2020 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports; and 2. Direct the Community Development Department to transmit the 2020 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports to the Governor's Office of Planning and Research and California Department of Housing and Community Development. FISCAL IMPACT None STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT The General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports are consistent with Strategy I: Economic Development, to encourage new high quality and affordable housing stock. Submitting the Annual Progress Reports does not impact the strategic plan. PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process. Prepared by: Annie ao, Associate Planner Submitted by: '`—Ping'11"a Frausto-Lupo, Di ctor of Community Development Attachment A: 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report Attachment B: 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report C14torip . MF `'4OCIVIC PRIDE ----15;7 ORATED isS9 Attachment A 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report E 5 CIVIC PRIDE 41041,11.111711.1.* 14; 111 f4'c 59 '��'ORATED CITY OF ROSEMEAD GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 2020 PREPARED BY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT PLANNING DIVISION MARCH 9, 2021 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report General Plan Status and Implementation Compliance with State General Plan Guidelines Each element of the City of Rosemead General Plan is in compliance with the guidelines for the content of local general plans that were issued by the Governor's Office of Planning and Research. The City is in the process of updating the Housing Element in preparation for the 6th Regional Housing Need Assessment (RHNA) Cycle, as well as the Public Safety Element to satisfy SB 379 and integrate environmental policies throughout the General Plan. Housing Element The Housing Element was adopted in 2013. The Housing Element covers the planning period from January 1, 2014, through October 1, 2021. Currently, the City is in the process of updating the Housing Element in preparation for the 6th Regional Housing Need Assessment (RHNA) Cycle. No amendments were made in 2020. Implementation: • Update of the Housing Element in preparation for the 6th RHNA Cycle o The City has selected a Land Use Consultant (RRM Design Group) to assist with the Housing Element update. To date, the City has conducted stakeholder interviews, community outreach, and is currently conducting a housing needs assessment and site analysis. Land Use Element: The Land Use Element was adopted in 2010. The Land Use Element focuses on the built environment and pulls together issues and goals from the other elements, laying out the framework for balancing development with broader community aims. One amendment was made to the Land Use Element. • Resolution No. 2020-43, Approved November 10, 2020 o Approved General Plan Amendment 19-01 to amend the land use designation of 3133-3141 Willard Avenue from Medium Density Residential (0-12 units per acre) to High Density Residential (0-30 units per acre). Implementation: • Ordinance 995, Approved September 8, 2020 o Amended Title 17 (Zoning) of the Municipal Code to comply with new State provisions for Accessory Dwelling Units. 1 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report • Ordinance 997, Approved December 8, 2020 o An ordinance for the approval of Zone Change 19-01 and Planned Development 19-01, amending the Zoning Map of the subject site from Light-Multiple Residential (R-2) to Planning Development (P-D) zone. The subject site is located at 3133-3141 Willard Avenue. • Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Grants, Awarded September 2, 2020 o The City was awarded $150,000 in grant funding and will be utilizing the funds to update the City's Housing Element in preparation for the 6th RHNA Cycle. • Director of Emergency Services Order No. 20-01, July 9, 2020 o Encouraged restaurants to apply for a no-fee Temporary Outdoor Dining Permit During COVID-19 Local Emergency to provide additional opportunity for restaurant establishments located in the City to expand their services outdoor within an approved area and in accordance with Governor's Reopening Plan and Los Angeles County Public Health Officer's Order. In 2020, the City processed and approved 19 applications from local restaurants. • Continued progress in the Development of the Freeway Corridor Mixed-Use Overlay Zone, 2020 o The City worked with RRM Design Group for the continued development of the Freeway Corridor Mixed-Use Overlay Zone. The incorporation of the Freeway Corridor Mixed-Use Overlay Zone will encourage new residential development within proposed mixed-use developments as well as streamline both the development approval process and California Environmental Quality Act review process. Circulation Element: The Circulation Element was adopted in 2010. The Circulation Element addresses issues related to vehicular circulation, parking management, public transit, walking, biking, and trails. No amendments were made in 2020. Implementation: • Installation of High Intensity Activated Crosswalk (Mission St. and Ivar Ave.), Completed, August 2020 o Installation of a High Intensity Activated Crosswalk. The City was reimbursed for the costs of the construction contract as the City received funding authorization for a Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program Local (HSIPL) reimbursable grant to complete the construction portion of the project in FY 18/19. 2 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report • Crosswalk Installation Phase II at Jay Imperial Park, Completed, December 2020 o The Crosswalk Installation Phase II at Jay Imperial Park project consisted of the installation of crosswalk signage, striping, and lighting, removal and installation of asphalt pavement and concrete ramp curbs as a means to connect the existing park walking trail on the East and West side of Pine Street. • Rosemead Park Walking Trail, Completed, December 2020 o The Rosemead Park Walking Trail project involved the removal and replacement of the rubberized surface material, and the underlying base material as necessary. The trail is a half-mile loop around Rosemead Park and the rubberized surfacing was over 10 years old. • Traffic Review of Burton Avenue between Garvey Avenue and Ramona Blvd, Approved December 8, 2020 o Installation of Side Stripes on each side of Burton Avenue between Garvey Avenue and Ramona Boulevard. o Installation of a Solid Double Yellow Centerline with Raised Pavement Markers (RPMs) on both sides of the Solid Double Yellow Centerline along Burton Avenue between Garvey Avenue and Ramona Boulevard. o Installation of midblock speed limit (R2-1) signs in both directions of travel (north and south) along the east and west side of Burton Avenue between Garvey Avenue and Ramona Boulevard. The segment along Burton Avenue between Garvey Avenue and Ramona Boulevard is approximately 3,300-feet long. • Installation of a speed limit (R2-1) sign on the eastside of Burton Avenue approximately 1,650-feet from Garvey Avenue. • Installation of a speed limit (R2-1) sign on the westside of Burton Avenue approximately 1,650-feet from Ramona Boulevard. • Garvey Avenue Line of Sight Review at the Driveway of the Palm Hotel (8463 Garvey Avenue), Approved September 8, 2020 o Installation of approximately 30' (feet) of red curb east of the driveway along the north side of Garvey Avenue. This recommendation is based on AASHTO's guidelines for Stopping Sight Distance. The red curb will improve line of sight and will allow vehicles exiting the Palm Motel driveway to see vehicles approaching westbound on Garvey Avenue in the curb lane traveling 35 mph. This will remove approximately one parking space in front of the Palm Motel and will still allow for 5 vehicles to park along the curb in front of the adjacent businesses. • Parking Conditions Review on Marshall Street between Bartlett Avenue and Muscatel Avenue, Approved September 8, 2020 o Installation of red curb from Bartlett Avenue to Muscatel Avenue on 3 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report the north side of Marshall Street. This will remove approximately nine parking spaces; it will reinforce the existing no parking signage due to insufficient street width needed to allow for both parking and a travel lane in the WB direction. The segment from the wash to Muscatel Avenue is already posted with No Parking. The red curb will serve to make the "No Parking" segment more visible. Installation and replacement of the faded street sweeping parking restriction sign (R30A) at the southeast corner of the intersection of Marshall Street and Dubonnet Avenue. • Street Improvements to the Intersection of Evelyn Avenue and Emerson Place, Approved March 24, 2020 o Installation of signage and pavement markings to improve the advanced awareness of the crosswalk for traffic on Emerson Place. Installation of red curbing on the southeast and northeast corners of Evelyn Avenue and Emerson Place. Resources Management Element: The Resources Management Element was adopted in 2010. The Resources Management Element examines both the natural and human-made environments and establishes policies to protect those resources that distinguish and define Rosemead. Topics addressed in this element include parks, recreation, open space, community facilities, air quality, water resources and conservation, and energy conservation. No amendments were made in 2020. Implementation: • Began construction of Community Garden located at 3212-3232 Del Mar Avenue, December 2020 • Provided recreation programs for all ages Including virtual/outdoor contract classes, virtual/outdoor/drive-thru special events and activities, Year-round, 2020 • Worked on a plan to obtain funding for the creation of a new park located at the southwest corner of Walnut Grove Ave and Mission Drive, Year-round 2020 o Revised application for the second round of the Grant Application for Proposition 68 o Researched additional funding sources to fund the project • Grant application for the proposed Dog Park at Garvey Park was awarded by the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation, Year-round 2020 o The project is currently in the design phase. 4 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report Public Safety: The Public Safety Element was adopted in 2010. The Public Safety Element identifies hazards present in the community and defines ways for proper planning and emergency response services to mitigate the hazards including flooding. Currently, the City is in the process of updating the Public Safety Element to satisfy SB 379 and integrate environmental policies throughout the General Plan. No amendments were made in 2020. Implementation: • Update of the Public Safety Element o The City has selected a Land Use Consultant (RRM Design Group) to assist with the Public Safety Element update satisfy SB 379 and integrate environmental policies throughout the General Plan. • Community Area Watch Meetings, Year-round, 2020 o . Due to COVID-19, Community Area Watch Meetings were held virtually and were recorded and posted on the City's YouTube Chanel as well. • The City of Rosemead continued to conduct its weekly Monday evening radio check-ins with its Amateur Radio Members, Year-round, 2020 • The City of Rosemead Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) assist in mutual aid requests with our surrounding cities when requested. • The Rosemead CERT Volunteers assisted at the US Forest Service Call Center during the Bobcat Fire to provide updates of the Bobcat Fire to callers, September 2020 • Great Shake-Out, October 15, 2020 o The exercise drill provided opportunities for Staff to practice "duck, cover, and hold on", and review their workstations for any potential hazards. The drill also tested the city-wide intercom system. Noise Element: The Noise Element was adopted in 2010. The Noise Element identifies community noise concerns and includes policies and programs to minimize noise impacts in Rosemead. No amendments were made in 2020. Implementation: No activity took place in 2020 pertaining to this General Plan Element. 5 1_ ,,TS illE M CIVIC PRIDE fwir,1101111N7 Ato,,p0R-Aio, p9 Attachment B 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report mnmmo. ao....a ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT xae:'r^i�m�aea opio�a nese Housing Element Implemen[aEon Jurisdiction Rosemead Reporting Year 2020 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) /eUIReril0AIALVA IAki112:1:1011c] V *R2NAl01:49 Housing Element Implementation (CCR Title 25 §6202) This table is auto -populated once you enter your jurisdiction name and current year data. Past year information comes from previous APRs. Please contact HCD if your data is different than the material supplied here Note: units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income permitted units totals Cells in grey contain auto -calculation formulas Table B Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress Permitted Units Issued by Affordability 1 2 3 4 Income Level RHNAAIIoeation by Income Level 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total Units to Date (all years) Total Remaining RHNA by Income Level Very Low Deed Restricted Non -Deed Restricted 153 5 4 4 4 3 20 133 Low Deed Restricted Non -Deed Restricted 88 3 2 2 2 3 9 Moderate Deed Restricted Non -Deed Restricted 99 51 48 51 Above Moderate 1 262 1 1 1 82 66 59 207 1 ss Total RHNA IS602 Total Units 1 8 6 6 6 6 142 66 59 299 303 Note: units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income permitted units totals Cells in grey contain auto -calculation formulas Jurisdiction Rosemead ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+^ indicates an optional field Reporting year 2020 (Jan.1-Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas (CCR Title 25 §6202) Table C Sites Identified or Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need Project Identifier Date of Rezone RHNA Shortfall by Household Income Category Type of Shortfall Sites Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 APN Street Address Project Name 1 Local Jurisdiction Tracking IDS Date of Rezone Ve Low- Above Moderate. Type of Shortfall Parcel Size ry Income Low -Income Motlerate-Income Income (Acres) General Plan Designation Zoning Minimum DensityAllowed Maximum Realistic Description of Existing Density Allowecl Capacity Vacant/Nonvacant Uses Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation (CCR Title 25 66202) Jurisdiction Rosemead Reporting Year 2020 (Jan.1-Dee 31) Table D Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 Housing Programs Progress Report Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element. 1 2 3 4 Name of Program Ob'ectwe Timeframe in H.E Status of Program Implementation Owner Occupied To aid in the maintenance and preservation 20142021 Rehabilitation Program of the Citys exiting affordable housing stock Ongoing implementation of program with the approval of and to promote, increase, and maintain Two (2) Handyman Grants homeownership for low- and moderate income Down Payment Assistance Provide new homebuyers with loans for 20142021 Ongoing Program down payment of homes. Design Assistance To provide assistance in efforts to maintain 20142021 and preserve the existing housing stock. Ongoing Code Enforcement Preserve health and safety through code 20142021 Ongoing enforcement standards. Flood Hazard and Flood Internal consistency with other General 20142021 Management Information Plan Elements. Completed (2014)- reviewed annually and updated as needed (Compliance with AB 162 Infill Housing Development Increase housing stock and encouraging 20142021 Ongoing development on underutilized sites. New Residential Encourage the development of a range of 20142021 Ongoing Construction Programs housing types in a range of prices affordable to all Rosemead residents. Land Assemblage and Write a) Provide funding for developments with at 20142021 a) Ongoing as funding allows b) Completed (2014) updated annually Down least 20 percent of the units for low and moderate income households. b) Prepare an Opportunity Sites list that includes available funding sources and make them available for public review at the Planning counter and on the City's website. Community Housing Increase housing stock and provide 20142021 Development Organization affordable housing units. Ongoing as funding allows CHDO Construction Adequate Sites Monitoring a)Maintain an up- to date inventory of 20142021 a)Completed - updated annually b) Ongoing adequate housing sites for each income category. b) Evaluate identified capacity and identify additional sites as necessary. Opportunity Sites Marketing a) Continue maintaining an updated listing 20142021 a)Completed - updated annually b) Ongoing and Outreach of opportunity sites, using GIS to visually catalogue and display information about each site and the surrounding properties. b) Initiate contact with the West GOV Association of Realtors regarding residential development opportunities involving lot consolidation. Accessory Dwelling Units Update the Rosemead Municipal Code and 20142021 Updated ADU Ordinance in 2020 to reflect new state Taws. develop standards for Accessory Dwelling Units Development of Housing for a) Target funds from CDBG, HOME and 20142021 Ongoing Extremely LowIncomeother sources to assist in the development Households of ELI units as necessary. b) Implement priority processing procedure for ELI housing development projects. Outreach for Persons with Develop an outreach program providing 20142021 Completed (provided through an ongoing contract by the Southern California Housing Developmental Disabilities information on housing options for persons Rights Center). with developmental disabilities through a variety of traditional and electronic media, as well as through faceto face interaction. Rental Assistance Continue participating in the HACOLA 20142021 Ongoing Section 8 Program. Mobile Home Park Provide loans to low- income mobile home 20142021 Ongoing - HOD funds and administers this program; no mobile home parks have been Assistance Program(MPAP) park residents as funding is available assisted in 2020. Fair Housing Program Supportand promote equal housing 20142021 Completed (provided through an ongoing contract with the Southern California Housing opportunity services for Rosemead Rights Center). residents throughout the planning period. Conduct seminars at least once annually. Jurisdiction Rosemead ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+' indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2020 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto -calculation formulas (CCR Title 25 §6202) Table F Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c) Please note this table is optional: The jurisdiction can use this table to report units that have been substantially rehabilitated, converted from non -affordable to affordable by acquisition, and preserved, including mobilehome park preservation, consistent with the standards set forth in Government Code section 65583. 1, subdivision (c). Please note, motel, hotel, hostel rooms or other structures that are converted from non-residential to residential units pursuant to Government Code section 65583. 1 (c)(1)(D) are considered net -new housing units and must be reported in Table A2 and not reported in Table F. Units that Do Not Count Towards RHNA' Listed for Informational Purposes Only Activity Type Extremely Low - Income' I Very Low -Income' Low -Income' Rehabilitation Activity Preservation of Units At -Risk G7i=1561 T1 MILl GHM Mobilehome Park Preservation Units by Income Units that Count Towards RHNA+ Note - Because the statutory requirements severely limit what can be counted, please contact HCD to receive the password that will enable you to populate these fields. The description should adequately document how each unit complies with subsection (c) of Government Code Section 65583.1' Low- Very TOTAL UNITS' I Extremely inco e+ I In omeV' I Low -Income' TOTAL Annual Progress Report January 2020 Jurisdiction Rosemead NOTE: This table must only be filled out if the housing element sites inventory contains a site which is or was owned by the reporting Note: Y' indicates an optional field jurisdiction, and has been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Cells in grey contain auto -calculation Reporting Period 2020 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) during the reporting year. formulas ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation (CCR Title 25 §6202) Table G LocallyOwned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventorythat have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Project Identifier 1 2 3 4 APN Street Address Realistic Capacity Local Jurisdiction Entity to whom the site Intended Use for Site Project Name Tracking ID' Identified e the transferred Housing Element Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below Jurisdiction Rosemead 1 2 3 Reporting Period 2020 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Street Addressllntersection Existing Use ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation (CCR Title 25 §6202) Table H Locally Owned Surplus Sites Note:"+"indicates an optional feld Cells in grey contain auto -calculation formulas Parcel Identifier Designation Size Notes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 APN Street Addressllntersection Existing Use Number of Surplus Parcel Size (in Notes Units Designation acres) Summary Row: Start Data Entry Beim Jurisdiction Rosemead Reporting Year 2020 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level I Current Year Very Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Moderate Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Above Moderate 0 59 Total Units 0 0 Note: Units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low- income permitted units totals Housing Appl' 'ons Sum Total Housing Applications Submitted: 135 Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received: 138 Total Housing Units Approved: 138 Total Housing Units Disapproved: 0 Use of S amlining Provisions Number of Applications for Streamlining 0 Number of Streamlining Applications Approved 0 Total Developments Approved with Streamlining 0 Total Units Constructed with Streamlining 0 Units Constructed - SB 35 Streamlining Permits Income Rental Ownership Total Very Low 0 0 0 Low 0 0 0 Moderate 0 0 0 Above Moderate 0 0 0 Total 0 0 0 Cells in grey contain auto -calculation formulas Jurisdiction Rosemead Reporting Year 2020 ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Reporting (CCR Title 25 §6202) Please update thestatus of the proposed uses listed in the entity's application for funding and the corresponding impact on housing within the region orjurisdiction, as applicable, categorized based on the eligible uses specified in Section 50515.02 or 50515.03, as applicable. 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Task $ Amount Awarded $ Cumulative Reimbursement Requested Task Status Other Notes Funding Housing Element update (6th 150,000 Cycle) 0 In Progress None Non -Deed Restricted 0 Moderate Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Above Moderate 34 Total Units 34 Summary of entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy (auto -populated from Table A2) Completed Entitlement Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level Current Year Very Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Moderate Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Above Moderate 34 Total Units 34 Building Permits Issued by Affordability S Income Level Current Year Very Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Moderate Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Above Moderate 59 Total Units 59 Certificate of Occupancy Issued by A ary Income Level Current Year Very Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Low Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Moderate Deed Restricted 0 Non -Deed Restricted 0 Above Moderate 63 Total Units 63