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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAGENDA REPORT 2014 0115 CCSA REG ITEM 08ATO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: MOORPARK CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT Honorable City Council ITEM 8.A. David A. Bobardt, Community Development Dire~tor Prepared by Joseph R. Vacca, Principal Planner -' . !l.o I 'f: December 18, 2013 (CC Meeting of 01/15/201)) Consider Resolution Adopting a Negative Declaration Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act and Approving General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, an Amendment to the City's General Plan to Adopt the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update BACKGROUND I DISCUSSION The Housing Element is one of the state-mandated elements of the General Plan. State law requires Housing Elements to be updated periodically to reflect changing housing needs and conditions. At the moment, the cities and counties within the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) region are updating their Housing Elements for the 2014-2021 planning period. The City's current Housing Element was adopted by City Council on May 16, 2012. A draft Housing Element Update for the 2014-2021 planning period was prepared and reviewed by the City Council on October 2, 2013. Following review by the City Council, it was submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review. After a series of discussions between City and HCD staff, along with the submittal of revisions, HCD sent the City a letter on October 21, 2013 (Attachment 1) stating that the draft element update addresses statutory requirements. The Planning Commission reviewed the draft Housing Element Update on December 17, 2013, and unanimously adopted PC Resolution No. 2013-592, recommending adoption of the Housing Element Update. The detailed discussion of the housing element update is provided in the attached Planning Commission staff report (Attachment 2). One speaker addressed the Planning Commission during the public hearing: • Dr. David Lopez-Lee, presented a letter submitted by e-mail to the commission earlier in the day by Bernardo Perez, Chair of Moorpark House Farm Workers Group. The letter indicated that while there was support from the Moorpark 1 Honorable City Council January 15, 2013 Page 2 House Farm Workers Group for the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update, local investment should be included as part of Policies 2.1 and 2.2 related to the identification of parcels suitable for residential development and the ensuring of appropriate services and infrastructure to serve residential development. Also, the letter noted that identified housing site at the southeast end of Majestic Court seems to be burdened with access and infrastructure issues. Staff addressed the Planning Commission on this letter noting that local investment is one possible strategy that would be covered by the policies as written and no changes were needed. Staff also indicated that access to the Majestic Court site has already been acquired. The Planning Commission concurred with staff's response on the questions raised. For this public hearing before the City Council, a public notice was published in the Ventura County Star on January 4, 2014 and staff emailed the public notice and a digital copy of the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update to the persons who had previously inquired about the Housing Element, including: No. Contact Person Agency 1. Tan ya McMahan Constructing Connections/Worklife Child Development Resources 2. Daniela Ramirez House Farm Workers! 3. Bernardo Perez Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation 4. Milton E. Radant Habitat for Humanity Simi Valley 5. Debra Vernon Communications and Corporate Responsibility American Water, Western Region 6. Susan Englund VC Homeless & Housing Coalition 7. Eileen McCarthy California Rural Legal Assistance 8. Peter Lyons Director, Planning Division Department of Environmental Services City of Simi Valley 9. John Prescott Community Development Director City of Thousand Oaks 10. Kim Prillhart Resource Management Agency County of Ventura 11. Gloria Miguez Interested citizen Also, an electronic copy of the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update was posted on the City's website on December 11, 2013, and currently remains on the website. On December 5, 2013, City staff met with Bernardo Perez, Chair of Moorpark House Farm Workers Group, and presented the Draft Housing Element Update. Then on December 12, 2013, City staff attended a Moorpark House Farm Workers Group Meeting and presented the Draft Housing Element Update. S:\Community Development\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Agenda Reports\CC Agenda Report Hsng Element_ 14011 S.docx 2 Honorable City Council January 15, 2013 Page 3 FINDINGS The following findings are offered for General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, an Amendment to the General Plan to Adopt the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update, dated January 2014, of the City of Moorpark General Plan: A. The Revised Housing Element establishes goals, policies and objectives/programs that address the provision of adequate, safe, and decent housing for all economic segments of the community. B. The Revised Housing Element satisfies and is consistent with provisions for Housing Elements as contained within California Government Code Section 65585 of the Government Code regulating requirements for Housing Elements, which mandates that cities submit draft Housing Elements to HCD prior to adoption, and requires HCD to determine whether the draft element substantially complies with the requirements of state law. C. The Housing Element Update is consistent with the General Plan and all of its elements because it does not propose or necessitate change to any of the goals, policies, and programs in any of the other elements of the General Plan, and it specifically supports Goals 3 and 4 of the Land Use Element to "provide for a variety of housing types and opportunities for all economic segments of the community," and "promote upgrading and maintenance of existing housing." PROCESSING TIME LIMITS General Plan Amendments are legislative acts that are not subject to processing time limits under the Permit Streamlining Act (Government Code Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 4.5), the Subdivision Map Act (Government Code Title 7, Division 2), and the California Environmental Quality Act Statutes and Guidelines (Public Resources Code Division 13, and California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3). Therefore, there are no statutory processing time limits required for review. However, it should be noted that in order to keep this Housing Element update on an eight-year cycle, it needs to be adopted by the City Council prior to February 12, 2014. Otherwise, another update would be required in four years. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION In accordance with the City's environmental review procedures adopted by resolution, the Community Development Director (Director) determines the level of review necessary for a project to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Some projects may be exempt from review based upon a specific category listed in CEQA. Other projects may be exempt under a general rule that environmental review is S:\Community DevelopmentlGEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Agenda Reports\CC Agenda Report Hsng Element_ 140115.docx 3 Honorable City Council January 15, 2013 Page4 not necessary where it can be determined that there would be no possibility of significant effect upon the environment. A project which does not qualify for an exemption requires the preparation of an Initial Study to assess the level of potential environmental impacts. Based upon the results of an Initial Study, the Director may determine that a project will not have a significant effect upon the environment. In such a case, a Notice of Intent to Adopt a Negative Declaration or a Mitigated Negative Declaration is prepared. For many projects, a Negative Declaration or Mitigated Negative Declaration will prove to be sufficient environmental documentation. If the Director determines that a project has the potential for significant adverse impacts and adequate mitigation cannot be readily identified, an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is prepared. The Director has prepared or supervised the preparation of an Initial Study to assess the potential significant impacts of this project. Based upon the Initial Study, the Director has determined that there is no substantial evidence that the project ,or any of its aspects may cause a significant effect on the environment in that the Housing Element does not require any re-zoning of property within the City nor does it authorize any specific housing developments. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration (Attachment 4, Exhibit -A) for City Council review and consideration. The public review period for the draft Negative Declaration was from November 26, 2013 to December 16, 2013. Staff has not received any comments. STAFF RECOMMENDATION 1. Open the public hearing, accept public testimony and close the public hearing. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2014-__ for adoption of the Negative Declaration and approval of General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03 for the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update. ATTACHMENTS: 1. October 21, 2013, letter from California Department of Housing and Community Development stating that the draft element addresses statutory requirements. 2. December 17, 2013, Planning Commission Staff Report, (without exhibits). 3. Letter from Bernardo Perez of Moorpark House Farm Workers Group 4. Draft Resolution with Exhibit A: Negative Declaration and Initial Study General Plan Amendment 2013-03, (2014-2021 Housing Element Update); and, Exhibit B: 2014-2021 Housing Element Update dated January 2014, of the Moorpark General Plan. $:\Community Development\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Agenda Reports\CC Agenda Report Hsng Element_ 140115.docx 4 STATE OF CALIFORNIA -Bl !SINESS CONS!!MER SERVICES AND HOUSING AGENCY DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF HOUSING POLICY DEVELOPMENT 2020 W. El Camino Avenue, Suite 500 Sacramento, CA 95833 (916) 263-2911 /FAX (916) 263-7453 www.hcd.ca.gov October 21, 2013 Mr. David A. Bobardt, Director Community Development Department City of Moorpark 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, CA 93201 Dear Mr. Bobardt: RE: Review of the City of Moorpark's 5th Cycle (2013-2021) Draft Housing Element Thank you for submitting the City of Moorpark's draft housing element update received for review on October 4, 2013, along with additional revisions on October 19, 2013. Pursuant to Government Code Section 65585(b), the Department is reporting the results of its review. Communications with Joseph R. Vacca, Principal Planner with the City, and Mr. John Douglas, the City's consultant, facilitated the review. The draft element with revisions meets the statutory requirements of State housing element law. The draft element with revisions will comply with State housing element law (Article 10.6 of the Government Code) when the draft element and revisions are adopted and submitted to the Department, pursuant to Government Code Section 65585(g). To remain on an eight year planning cycle the City must adopt its housing element within 120 calendar days from the statutory due date of October 15, 2013 for SCAG localities (Government Code Section 65588{e)(4)). If adopted after this date, the City will be required to revise the housing element every four years until adopting at least two consecutive revisions by the statutory deadline (Government Code Section 65588{e){4)). Public participation in the development, adoption and implementation of the housing element is essential to effective housing planning. Throughout the housing element process, the City must continue to engage the community, including organizations that represent lower-income and special needs households, by making information regularly available and considering and incorporating comments where appropriate. The City's prior 4th cycle housing element compliance meets one of the threshold requirements of the Housing:.Related Parks (HRP) Program. The HRP Program, funded by Proposition 1 C, provides grant funds to eligible local governments for every qualifying housing unit housing affordable to lower-income households permitted since 2010. Grant awards can be used to fund park-related capital asset projects. More information about the HRP Program is available at http://www.hcd.ca.gov/hpd/hrpp/. CC ATTACHMENT 1 5 Mr. David A. Bobardt, Director Page 2 The Department appreciates the City's efforts in preparation of the housing element and looks forward to receiving Moorpark's adopted housing element. If you have any questions or need additional technical assistance, please contact Jess Negrete, of our staff, at (916) 263-7437. Sincerely, ~~ Paul McDougall Housing Policy Manager 6 TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: SUMMARY MOORPARK PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT ITEM: 8.A. Honorable Planning Commission 0 David A. Bobarclt, Community Development Directo,J. <:) Prepared by Joseph R. Vacca. Principal Planner _i'V,1' November 14, 2013 (PC Meeting of 12/17/13) Consider Resolution Recommending that the City Council Adopt a Negative Declaration and Approve General Plan Amendment No. 2013- 03, an Amendment to the General Plan to Adopt the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update The Housing Element is one of the state-mandated elements of the General Plan. State law requires Housing Elements to be updated periodically to reflect changing housing needs and conditions. All cities and counties within the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) region are required to update their Housing Elements for the 2014- 2021 planning period. On May 16, 2012, the City Council adopted the current Housing Element, covering the 2008-2013 planning period, and on June 20, 2012, California, Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD); issued a letter finding the element in full compliance with state law. The guidelines adopted by HCD are also to be considered in the preparation of the Housing Element. Periodic review of the Housing Element is required to evaluate; 1) the appropriateness of its goals, objectives and policies in contributing to the attainment of the state housing goals; 2) its effectiveness in attaining the City's housing goals and objectives; and 3) the progress of its implementation. Under state law, the City is required to prepare a Housing ~lement update for the 2014-2021 planning period. A Draft Housing Element was prepared and reviewed by the City Council on October 2, 2013. Following review by the City Council, the Draft Housing Element was submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review. On October 21, 2013 a letter, (Attachment 1 }, was received from HCD stating that the draft element addresses statutory requirements. No changes to City land use policy or regulations are proposed in the new draft Housing Element. CC ATTACHMENT 2 7 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page 2 Staff is presenting the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update to the Planning Commission for review, to receive public comment, provide direction to staff as appropriate, and to recommend to City Council adoption of General Plan Amendment 2013-03, an Amendment to the General Plan to Adopt the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update. BACKGROUND State law requires each local government in California to adopt a comprehensive, long- term General Plan to guide the physical development of the community. The Housing Element is one of the seven mandated elements of the General Plan. The Housing Element establishes the framework for working toward the goal of providing a variety of housing units to serve the needs of the community. The updating of the Element is an effort to keep the City's General Plan current by updating the demographic information and housing inventory data. In addition, it serves as an opportunity to review adopted housing programs and identifies the number and type of residential units developed in the City. According to the Government Code of the State of California, the Housing Element shall consist of an identification and analysis of existing and projected housing needs and a statement of goals, policies, quantified objectives, financial resources and scheduled programs for the preservation, improvement, and development of housing. The Housing Element shall identify adequate sites for housing for the existing and projected needs of all economic segments of the community. The Housing Element is required to include: };;> An assessment of housing needs; };;> An inventory of resources relevant to the meeting of these needs; };;> An analysis of governmental and non-governmental constraints to meeting housing needs; };;> Goals, quantified ·objectives, and policies relative to the maintenance, preservation, improvement and development of housing; and };;> A plan of actions to achieve goals and objectives The Housing Element is unique among the elements of the General Plan in that jurisdictions are required to submit draft elements to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review prior to adoption, and HCD is required to issue findings regarding whether, in its opinion, the element complies with the requirements of state law. Cities consider the comments of HCD prior to adoption of the Housing Element. All jurisdictions within the six-county Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) region are required to prepare an update to the Housing E.lement for the 2014- 2021 planning period. If the new Housing Element is not adopted by February 12, 2014, the City will be required to prepare future housing element updates on a 4-year cycle rather than an 8-year cycle. llOC1\0epartment Share\Community Development\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Updale\Agenda Reports\PC Agenda Report Hsng Element 2014 2021_131217.doc 8 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page 3 DISCUSSION As mandated by state law, the Housing Element consists of the following major components: • Analysis of the City's demographic and housing characteristics and trends; • Evaluation of land, financial, and administrative resources available to address the City's housing needs and goals; • Review of potential constraints, both governmental and non-governmental, to meeting the City's housing needs; • A Housing Action Plan for the 2014-2021 planning period, including housing goals, policies, and programs; and • A review of the City's accomplishments and progress in implementing the 2008- 2014 Housing Element. The current 2008-2014 Housing Element includes several programs that called for amendments to City plans and zoning regulations in order to accommodate the City's share of regional housing needs and to comply with state law regarding housing for persons with special needs. All of those amendments have been completed. Since the City's current 2008-2014 Housing Element has been found to be in full compliance with state law, the 2014-2021 update is a fine-tuning process without major changes to City policies. No changes to land use or zoning designations are proposed or required. The following discussion summarizes the proposed changes contained in the attached draft 2014-2021 Housing Element update. Chapter I: Introduction • This chapter provides an overview of the element and reflects current data sources and a summary of the public participation process. · Chapter II: Housing Needs Assessment • This chapter has been extensively revised to reflect current demographic data, trends and special housing needs. Most of the demographic information is based on the 2010 Census or the American Community Survey. This chapter also includes the new Regional Housing Needs Assessment, which describes housing growth needs for the new planning period. Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNAJ Housing Element law requires a quantification of each jurisdiction's share of the regional housing need as established in the Regional Housing Need Allocation (RHNA). The RHNA is prepared by SCAG in consultation with member jurisdictions and sub-regional councils of governments such as the Ventura Council of Governments (VCOG). The RHNA is based on forecasted population growth during the new planning period, and the number of additional housing units needed to accommodate additional household growth at all income levels. \\DC1\Department Share\Community Development\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Agenda Reports\PC Agenda Report Hsng Element 2014 2021_131217doc 9 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page4 Each locality's RHNA is distributed among the following four income categories: Income Categories and Affordable Housing Costs Ventura County 2013 County f.ledian Income= $89,300 Income L11rnts Affordable Rent Very Low (31-50%) $44,650 $1,116 Low (51-80%) $71,200 $1,780 Moderate (81-120%) $107, 150 $2,679 Above moderate (120%+) $107,150+ $2,679+ Assumptions: -Based on a famfty of 4 -30% of gross income for rent or PITI -10% down payment, 4.5% interest, 1.25% taxes & insurance, $200 HOA dues Source: Cal. HCD; J.H. Douglas & Associates Affordable Price (est) - $225,000 $375,000 $375,000+ The RHNA allocation for Moorpark in the new planning period (2014-2021), is 1, 164 units, with the income distribution as shown in the following table. This allocation is consistent with the regional growth forecast and reflects the City's supply of developable land. 2014-2021 Regional Housing Growth Needs- Source: SCAG 2012 Notes: Moor ark •includes the Extremely-low Category .. 145 of these are assumed to be Extremely-Low units It is important to note that the RNHA establishes a planning goal, and cities are not required to build or issue permits for the number of housing units allocated through the RHNA process. Rather, cities are required to demonstrate there are adequate sites with appropriate zoning that could accommodate the amount of new housing in the RHNA, if property owners and developers choose to pursue such development opportunities. Under state law, properties with zoning that allows residential development at a density of at least 20 units per acre are considered suitable for lower-income housing. In the previous planning period, zoning regulations were amended to establish an RPD- 20U-N-D zoning district and three properties were rezoned to create additional opportunities for affordable housing as required by the RHNA and state law. Since the City has sufficient capacity to accommodate the new RHNA in all income categories, no additional zoning amendments are anticipated in the new Housing Element. \\DC1\Department Share\Community Development\GEN PLANIHousing Element\2014 Update\Agenda ReportslPC Agenda Report Hsng Element 2014 2021_131217.doc 10 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page5 Chapter Ill: Resources and Opportunities • This chapter describes the City's land resources that are available to accommodate the new RHNA, as well as financial and administrative resources, and opportunities to foster energy conservation. The most noteworthy change to this chapter is the state's dissolution of redevelopment agencies in 2012. Chapter IV: Constraints • This chapter analyzes the City's plans and regulations that guide housing development. The most noteworthy changes in this chapter reflect the completion of several state-mandated Code amendments related to housing for persons with special needs that were included in the implementation programs of the 2008-2013 Housing Element. Chapter V: Housing Action Plan • This chapter presents the City's goals, policies and programs for the 2014-2021 period. The most noteworthy changes in this chapter reflect the adoption of zoning amendments related to the RPD-20 district, completion of the state-mandated Code amendments related to housing for persons with special needs, and the elimination or modification of some housing programs that were previously funded by the redevelopment agency. o Proposed Program 7: includes a commitment to process a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to revise the City's definitions of "transitional housing" and "supportive housing' consistent with recently adopted state law (SB 7 45 of 2013) as part of this Housing Element update process. Appendix A: Evaluation of the 2008-2013 Housing Element • This appendix contains a review of the go"its, policies and programs from the previous element and identifies the City's accomplishments as well as changes that are appropriate for the new planning period based on changed circumstances. Appendix 8: Residential Land Inventory • This appendix includes a parcel-specific listing of sites where housing development could occur, and compares the inventory to the City's RHNA allocation. Appendix C: Public Participation Summary • This appendix describes opportunities for public involvement in the 2014-2021 Housing Element update. PUBLIC OUTREACH On September 26, 2013, staff posted the Preliminary Draft 2914-2021 Housing Element Update on the City website and made a hard copy available at City Hall for access by the public. Prior to scheduling a public meeting before the City Council on October 2, 2013, interested parties submitted requests that they be provided notification of upcoming llDC110epartment Share\Community Oevelopment\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Agenda Reports\PC Agenda Report Hsng Element 2014 2021_131217.doc 11 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page6 meetings on the consideration of the Draft 2014-2021 Housing Element Update. Therefore, on September27, 2013, staff emailed the October2, 2013 City Council agenda, and a digital copy of the Preliminary Draft 2014-2021 Housing Element Update to the persons who had previously inquired, as follows: No. Contact Person Agency 1. Tanya McMahan Constructing Connections/Worklife Child Develppment Resources 2. Daniela Ramirez House Farm Workers 3. Bernardo Perez Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation 4. Milton E. Radant Habitat for Humanity Simi Valley 5. Debra Vernon Communications and Corporate Responsibility American Water, Western Reqion 6. Susan Englund VC Homeless & Housing Coalition 7. Eileen McCarthy California Rural Leqal Assistance 8. Peter Lyons Director, Planning Division Department of Environmental Services City of Simi Valley 9. John Prescott Community Development Director . City of Thousand Oaks 10. Kim Prillhart · Resource Management Agency County of Ventura 11. Gloria Miguez Interested citizen As additional requests are received from interested parties, staff will continue to add any contact persons to the data base above in order to ensure notification of interested persons during the upcoming public hearing review process. For this public hearing, a public notice was published in the Ventura County Star, a newspaper of general circulation for the area, on November 26, 2013, advertising the time and date for the public hearing before the Planning Commission of December 17, 2013. Prior to scheduling the public hearing, interested parties submitted requests that they be provided notification of upcoming meetings on the consideration of the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update. Therefore, on November 26, 2013, staff emailed the public notice and a digital copy of the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update to the persons who had previously inquired, as follows: \IOC1\Department Share\Community Oevelopment\GEN Pl.AN\Housing Eklment\2014 Update\Agenda Reports\PC A(jenda Report Hsng Element 2014 2021_131217.doc 12 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page7 No. Contact Person 1. Tanya McMahan 2. Daniela Ramirez 3. Bernardo Perez 4. Milton E. Radant 5. Debra Vernon 6. Susan Englund 7. Eileen McCarthy 8. Peter Lyons 9. John Prescott 10. Kim Prillhart 11. Gloria Miguez FINDINGS Agency Constructing Connections/Worklife Child Development Resources House Farm Workers Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation Habitat for Humanity Simi Valley Communications and Corporate Responsibility American Water, Western Region VC Homeless & Housing Coalition California Rural LeQal Assistance Director, Planning Division Department of Environmental Services City of Simi Valley Community Development Director City of Thousand Oaks Resource Management Agency County of Ventura Interested citizen The following findings are offered for General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, an Amendment to the General Plan to Adopt the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update, dated November 2013, of the City of Moorpark General Plan: A. The Revised Housing Element establishes goals, policies and objectives/programs that address the provision of adequate, safe, and decent housing for all economic segments of the community. B. The Revised Housing Element satisfies and is consistent with provisions for Housing Elements as contained within California Government Code Section 65585 of the Government Code regulating requirements for Housing Elements, which mandates that cities submit draft Housing Elements to the California Housing and Community Development Department, (HCD) prior to adoption, and requires HCD to determine whether the draft element substantially complies with the requirements of state law. C. The Revised Housing Element is consistent with the General Plan and all of its Elements. \\DC1\0epartment Share\Commun~y DevelopmentlGEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 UpdatelAgenda ReportslPC Agenda Report Hsng Element 2014 2021_131217.doc 13 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page8 PROCESSING TIME LIMITS General Plan Amendments are legislative acts that are not subject to processing time limits under the Permit Streamlining Act (Government Code Title 7, Division 1, Chapter4.5), the Subdivision Map Act (Government Code Title 7, Division 2), and the California Environmental Quality Act Statutes and Guidelines (Public Resources Code Division 13, and California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3). Therefore, there are no statutory processing time limits required for review. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION In accordance with the City's environmental review procedures adopted by resolution, the Community Development Director determines the level of review necessary for a project to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Some projects may be exempt from review based upon a specific category listed in CEQA. Other projects may be exempt under a general rule that environmental review is not necessary where it can be determined that there would be no possibility of significant effect upon the environment. A project which does not qualify for an exemption requires the preparation of an Initial Study to assess the level of potential environmental impacts. Based upon the results of an Initial Study, the Director may determine that a project will not have a significant effect upon the environment. In such a case, a Notice of Intent to Adopt a Negative Declaration or a Mitigated Negative Declaration is prepared. For many projects, a Negative Declaration or Mitigated Negative Declaration will prove to be sufficient environmental documentation. If the Director determines that a project has the potential for significant adverse impacts and adequate mitigation cannot be readily identified, an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is prepared. The Director has prepared or supervised the preparation of an Initial Study to assess the potential significant impacts of this project. Based upon the Initial Study, the Director has determined that there is no substantial evidence that the project or any of its aspects may cause a significant effect on the environment in that the Housing Element does not require any re-zoning of property within the City nor does it authorize any specific housing developments. The Director has prepared a Negative Declaration (Attachment 2) for Planning Commission review and consideration before making a recommendation on the project. STAFF RECOMMENDATION 1. Open the public hearing, accept public testimony and close the public hearing; and 2. Adopt Resolution No. PC-2013-__ , recommending the City Council adopt a Negative Declaration and approve General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, an Amendment to the General Plan to adopt the 2014-2012 Housing Element Update. S:ICommunity OevelopmentlGEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Agenda Repo<ts\PC Agenda Report Hsng Element 20142021_131217.doc 14 Honorable Planning Commission December 17, 2013 Page9 ATTACHMENTS: 1. October 21, 2013, letter from California Department of Housing and Community Development stating that the draft element addresses statutory requirements. 2. Draft PC Resolution with Exhibit A: 2014-2021 Housing Element Update (November 2013) of the Moorpark General Plan and Exhibit B: Initial Study and Negative Declaration. \\DC 1\Department Share\Community Developmenl\GEN PLANIHousing Element\2014 Updale\Agenda Reports\PC Agenda Report Hsng Element 2014 2021_131217 .doc 15 HOUSE FARM WORKERS! A project of the Ag Futures Alliance Farm Worker Housing Task Force Ms. Diana Gould, Chair Moorpark Planning Commission 799 Moorpark A venue Moorpark, CA 93021 Attention: Mr. David Bobardt, AICP, Communty Development Director RE: Moorpark Housing Element, Draft November 2013 Dear Ms. Gould: On behalf of the Moorpark House Farm Workers Group (HFWG), I submit the following comments on the Moorpark Housing Element 2014-2021, Draft November 2013 version. First, the Moorpark HFWG would like to thank and commend Mr. David Bobardt and Mr. Joseph Vacca for their proactive outreach and response to our interest and participation in the housing element update process. This collaborative approach follows the positive experience in the previous housing element update process. Consequently, our comments address only these two points of the draft plan: 1. Goals and Policies 2. Vacant Land Inventory Goals and Policies: • Section V.A. Goals and Policies, (3rd bullet point on page V-1) reads: "Encourage growth through the identification of suitable parcels for residential development, changes in land use patterns, and appropriate recycling of land." The Moorpark HFWG recommends adding language so that this goal reads as follows: "Encourage growth through the identification of and local investment in suitable parcels for residential development, changes in land use patterns, and appropriate recycling of land." • Section V.A.2. Adequate Residential Sites, Goal 2 reads: "Ensure residential sites have appropriate public services, facilities, circulation and other needed infrastructure to support development." The Moorpark HFWG recommends adding language so that this goal reads as follows: "Ensure, through local investment that identified residential sites have appropriate public services, facilities, circulation and other needed infrastructure to support development." Vacant Land Inventory Table B-3 Vacant Land Inventory (page B-10) identifies a housing site at SE end of Majestic Court (APN 506-0-020-525). The 1.34-acre site has General Plan and Zoning designations of VHR and RPD-20. Both of these can be helpful to the production of housing that would be CC ATTACHMENT 3 16 affordable to low-and very low-income households. However and admittedly only upon a 'windshield survey' of the site, this particular site seems to be burdened with access and infrastructure issues that could make an affordable housing development economically infeasible. By adding the suggested language above, the City of Moorpark would be strengthening its policy statements and demonstrating to the broader community its full commitment to promoting the production of housing, particularly affordable housing, needed by our Moorpark community. We recognize that the City Council has final approving authority of the Housing Element, and so we urge the Planning Commission to accept the proposed changes and thus send a strong recommendation for approval to the City Council. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, /;~~ Bernardo Perez Chair P.O. Box 402. Santa Paula. CA 93061 (805) 824-4413 housefarmworkers@verizon.net 17 RESOLUTION NO. 2014- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION· PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT AND APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2013-03, AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN TO ADOPT THE 2014-2021 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public meeting on October 2, 2013, City Council reviewed and considered comments on the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update of the City of Moorpark General Plan and directed staff to submit the Draft Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review; and WHEREAS, following review of the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update by the City Council, the Draft Housing Element was submitted to HCD for review; and on October 21, 2013, a letter was received from HCD stating that the draft Housing Element addresses statutory requirements and accepting the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Director, after preparation of an Initial Study, found that the adoption of the 2014-2021 Housing Element update of the General Plan would not result in any significant environmental effects and directed staff to prepare a Negative Declaration. The proposed Negative Declaration was circulated for public review and comment from November 26, 2013 to December 16, 2013 and no comments were received; and WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing on December 17, 2013, the Planning Commission considered the agenda report and any supplements thereto, including the Negative Declaration and draft Housing Element update, as well as written public comments; opened the public hearing and took and considered public testimony both for and against the proposal to adopt the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update of the City of Moorpark General Plan; and adopted Resolution No. PC-2013-592, recommending that the City Council adopt the proposed Negative Declaration and approve General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03; and WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing on January 15, 2014, the City Council considered the agenda report for General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03 and any supplements thereto, including the Negative Declaration and draft Housing Element update, as well as written public comments; opened the public hearing and took and considered public testimony both for and against the proposal, closed the public hearing and reached a decision on this matter; and CC ATTACHMENT 4 18 Resolution No. 2014-__ Page 2 WHEREAS, the City Council has read, reviewed, and considered the proposed Negative Declaration prepared for the project referenced above. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION: The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. The Initial Study and Negative Declaration prepared for this project, attached as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference, are complete and have been prepared in compliance with CEQA, the CEQA Guidelines, and the City's CEQA Procedures. B. The City Council has reviewed the information in the Initial Study and Negative Declaration in its consideration of this project before making a decision concerning the project and the Negative Declaration. C. Based on the Initial Study and the record as a whole, the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that adoption of the Housing Element update may have a significant impact on the environment. D. The Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment of the City Council. E. The record of proceedings, which includes all background information, reports and studies that were used in the development of the draft Housing Element Update and the CEQA documentation, is maintained by the City as part of the official records of the Community Development Department at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, CA 93021. The custodian of these records is the Community Development Director. SECTION 2. ADOPTION OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION: Based on the foregoing, the Negative Declaration prepared in connection with General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, (attached as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference), is hereby adopted. SECTION 3. CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL: General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, an Amendment to the General Plan to Adopt the 2014-2021 Housing Element Update, dated January 2014 (attached as Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference), is approved, based upon the following findings: A. The Revised Housing Element establishes goals, policies and objectives/programs that address the provision of adequate, safe, and decent housing for all economic segments of the community. S·\Community Development\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Resolutions\CC Reso HsngElement 2014-2021 _ 140115.docx 19 Resolution No. 2014- Page 3 B. The Revised Housing Element satisfies and is consistent with provisions for Housing Elements as contained within California Government Code Section 65585 of the Government Code regulating requirements for Housing Elements, which mandates that cities submit draft Housing Elements to HCD prior to adoption, and requires HCD to determine whether the draft element substantially complies with the requirements of state law. C. The Housing Element Update is consistent with the General Plan and all of its elements because it does not propose or necessitate change to any of the goals, policies, and programs in any of the other elements of the General Plan, and it specifically supports Goals 3 and 4 of the Land Use Element to "provide for a variety of housing types and opportunities for all economic segments of the community," and "promote upgrading and maintenance of existing housing." SECTION 4. CERTIFICATION OF ADOPTION: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall cause a certified resolution to be filed in the book of original resolutions. PASSED, AND ADOPTED this 15th day of January, 2014. Janice S. Parvin, Mayor Maureen Benson, City Clerk Attachments: Exhibit A: Exhibit B: Initial Study and Negative Declaration -GPA No. 2013-03, Housing Element Update (2014-2021) 2014-2021 Housing Element Update, dated January 2014, of the Moorpark General Plan S:\Community Development\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Resolutions\CC Reso HsngElement 2014-2021 _ 140115.docx 20 EXHIBIT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION CITY OF MOORPARK 799 MOORPARK AVENUE MOORPARK, CA 93021 (805) 517-6200 The following Negative Declaration has been prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 as amended, the State Guidelines, and the Environmental Procedures of the City of Moorpark. Public Review Period: Project Title/Case No.: Project Location: Project Description: Project Type: November 26, 2013 to December 16, 2013 General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, Housing Element Update, 2014-2021 The Housing Element Update will apply citywide. General Plan Amendment No. 2013-03, is an Amendment to the General Plan to Adopt the Housing Element Update, (2014-2021). Private Project lL Public Project Project Applicant: City of Moorpark, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark CA 93021 Finding: After preparing an Initial Study for the above-referenced project, it is found that there is no substantial evidence, in light of the whole record before the City of Moorpark, that the project may have a significant effect on the environment. (Initial Study Attached) Responsible Agencies: City of Moorpark Trustee Agencies: None Attachments: Initial Study Contact Person: Joseph R. Vacca Community Development Department City of Moorpark 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, California, 93021 (805) 517-6236 S:\Community Development\GEN PLAN\Housing Element\2014 Update\Environmental\Proposed ND COver Page _Neg Dec_GPA13_03_HE Update 2014_2021_ 131121.docx 21 GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) CITY OF MOORPARK INITIAL STUDY 799 MOORPARK AVENUE MOORPARK, CA 93021 (805) 517 -6200 Project Title: GPA Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Case No.: GPA2013-03 Contact Person and Phone No.: Joseph R. Vacca, AICP Principal Planner (805) 517-6236 Name of Applicant: City of Moorpark Address and Phone No.: 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark CA 93021 Project Location: Citywide ~~~--=-:-~.,...-~~~~~~~~~~~~-,--,~~~~~~~~~~ General Plan Designation: Citywide Zoning: NIA Project Description: California Government Code Section 65302(c) mandates that each city shall include a Housing Element in its General Plan. The Housing Element is required to identify and analyze existing and projected housing needs, and include statements of the City's goals, policies, quantified objectives, and scheduled programs for the preservation, improvement, and development of housing. The City, in adopting its Housing Element, must consider economic, environmental, and fiscal factors, as well as community goals as set forth in the General Plan. However, while cities generally have considerable flexibility in drafting the other elements of their General Plan, the Housing Element must comply with the detailed statutory provisions of the California Government Code, which are codified in Section 65580 et seq. The Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA), presented in Table 11-27 of the draft Housing Element, identifies Moorpark's "fair share" of the regional housing need for the planning period January 2014 through October 2021 as 1, 164 units. This total includes 145 extremely-low income units, 144 very-low income units, 197 low-income units, 216 moderate-income units, and 462 above-moderate units. State law requires the City to demonstrate that its "land inventory" contains adequate sites to accommodate the various types of units that have been allocated in the RHNA. Policies and programs contained in Chapter V of the Housing Element include the following: Conserving the Existing Supply of Affordable Housing • Housing Rehabilitation (Program 1) • Code Compliance (Program 2) Providing Adequate Housing Sites to Achieve a Variety and Diversity of Housing • Sites to Accommodate Fair-Share Housing Needs (Program 3) • Downtown Specific Plan (Program 4) • Farm Worker Housing (Program 5) • Second Units (Program 6) • Emergency Shelters and Transitional/Supportive Housing (Program 7) • Single Room Occupancy (SROs) (Program 8) Assisting in the Provision of Housing • Section 8 Rental Assistance (Program 9) • Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (Program 10) • Preservation Programs: a. Mobile Home Park Affordability; b. Resale Refinance Restriction and Option to Purchase Agreements (Program 11) • lnclusionary Program (Program 12) • Land Assemblage/Disposition/Acquisition (Program 13) • Regulatory and Financial Assistance (Program 14) • Assistance to CHDOs (Program 15) 1 22 GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Project Description (continued): Removing Governmental Constraints • Density Bonus (Program 16) • Efficient Project Processing R-P-D zone and Planned Development Permit Process (Program 17) • Off-Street Parking Requirements (Program 18) Promoting Equal Housing Opportunities • Fair Housing Services (Program 19) • Reasonable Accommodation for Persons with Disabilities (Program 20) • Child Care Facilities (Program 21) The major focus of these programs is to improve the quality of the city's housing stock, conserve existing neighborhoods, increase housing affordability, and remove potential constraints to housing for persons with special needs. The Housing Element does not require any re-zoning of property within the City nor does it authorize any specific housing developments. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Moorpark lies in the eastern center of Ventura County, midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. The City is separated from nearby cities (Simi valley, and Thousand Oaks) by agricultural green belts and mountainous open space areas. The Housing Element is a General Plan policy document and encompasses the entire city. Responsible and Trustee Agencies: State law requires that the City submit the draft Housing Element to the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review prior to its adoption, and that the City Council consider HCD's comments. A Draft Housing Element Update (2014-2021) was prepared and reviewed by the City Council on October 2, 2013. Following review by the City Council, the Draft Housing Element Update was submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review. On October 21, 2013, a letter was received from HCD stating that the draft element addresses statutory requirements and that the element would comply with state law when adopted. The revised draft Housing Element incorporates minor changes made in response to HCD comments. The Housing Element does not authorize any specific housing developments. Review of specific development proposals may be required prior to development of new housing. Appropriate public agency review will be determined at the time specific development applications are submitted. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED: The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or "Less Than Significant With Mitigation,• as indicated by the checklist on the following pages: Aesthetics Agricultural and Forestry Resources Air Quality Biological Resources Cultural Resources Geology/Soils Greenhouse Gas Emissions Hazards and Hazardous Materials Hydrology/Water Quality Land Use/Planning Mineral Resources Noise Population/Housing Public Services Recreation Mandatory Findings of T ransportationfT raffic Utilities/Service Systems Significance ./ None DETERMINATION: On the basis of this initial evaluation, I find that the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. Prepared by: Joseph R. Va~ Reviewed by~~ Date: J'l.Dy rz.__j_ to)-~ Date: J J A1 &ot 3 ) ~) 2 23 A. AESTHETICS -Would the project: 1) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? 2) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not Potentially Significant Impact limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic buildings --- within a state scenic highway? 3) Substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings? --- 4) Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area? --- Response: A1. Through 4.: GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact x x x x No Impact The Housing Element identifies a need for 1, 164 new housing units during the 2014-2021 planning period. Some new development is expected to occur in urbanized areas as in-fill or redevelopment. This type of development would not be expected to substantially alter the aesthetic character of the site, and in most cases would be expected to improve the aesthetic character of the neighborhood. The Housing Element does not require re-zoning of specific property because the City's zoning already allows for the development of the units identified as necessary to meet the population's needs. As such, the Housing Element does not authorize any specific housing developments. A significant portion of any new development would be expected to occur on land that is currently vacant, and therefore, would result in the conversion of open space to urban use. The development of these properties is already allowed pursuant to the current zoning scheme. Without specific details regarding such future developments, however, it is not possible to determine or analyze potential visual impacts with any precision. All future developments will be required to conform to the General Plan Land Use Element, zoning regulations and development standards, and therefore, would not create a negative aesthetic effect on the City's visual qualities. Any new housing development could create new sources of light and glare due to exterior lighting, lighting of streets and walkways, and interior lighting that could be visible from the outside. The Housing Element, however, does not authorize any new development. In addition, any new housing development would be required to comply with all appropriate development standards to mitigate any potential aesthetic impacts. No significant impacts are expected to occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this general plan amendment and Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required B. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES -In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects, the City of Moorpark may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model ( 1997) prepared by the California Dept. of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. In determining whether impacts to forest resources, including timberland, are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to information compiled by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection regarding the state's inventory of forest land including the Forest and Range Assessment Project and Forest Legacy Assessment project, and forest carbon measurement methodology provided in Forest Protocols adopted by the California Air Resources Board-Would the project: 1) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland), as shown on maps --- prepared pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources agency, to non-agricultural use? 3 x 24 2) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract? Potentially Significant Impact GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact x 3) Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause, rezoning of, X forest land (as defined in Public Resources Code section ---- 12220 (g)), timberland (as defined by Public Resources Code section 4526) or timberland zoned Timberland Production (as defined byGovemment Code section 51104 (g)? 4) Result in the loss of forest land or conversion of forest land X to non-forest use? 5) Involve other changes in the existing environment which, X . due to their location or nature, could result in conversion of --- Farmland, to non-agricultural use? Response: 81. Through 5.: The Housing Element identifies a need for 1, 164 new housing units during the 2014-2021 planning period. While some new development would be expected to occur in urbanized areas as in-fill or redevelopment, a significant portion of new development would be expected to occur on land that is currently vacant, and therefore, would result in the conversion of open space to urban use. The Housing Element does not, however, authorize any housing development that would not already be allowed by the City's current zoning scheme. Moreover, none of the sites currently designated for residential development in the Housing Element contain prime farmland, unique farmland, or farmland of statewide importance, nor are any such sites currently used for farming. Therefore, no significant impacts are expected to occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013), California Dep't of Conservation: Ventura County Important Farmland Map (2000). Mitigation: None required C. AIR QUALITY -Where available, the significant criteria established by the applicable air quality management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project: 1) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? ---- 2) Violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation? ---- 3) Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non --- attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions which exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors)? 4) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? --- 5) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number of people? --- 4 x x x x x 25 Response: C1. Through 5.: Potentially Significant Im act GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation lncor orated Less Than Significant Im act No Im act The Housing Element update includes policies, programs and guidelines through which the City of Moorpark can continue to meet its fair share of regional housing growth. The Housing Element is a policy document and in this instance, it does not require the re-zoning of any property. The Housing Element does not authorize any housing development that would not already be allowed by the City's current zoning scheme. Therefore, the Housing Element update will not conflict or obstruct the implementation of the Ventura County Air Quality plans nor violate any air quality standard or have a substantial contribution to any air quality violation. Further, because it does not authorize development, adoption of the Housing Element will not have a cumulative net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the region is not attaining any relevant air quality standard. The Housing Element also will not expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations nor create objectionable odors. Therefore, no further environmental review is required. Long-term air quality impacts are those associated with the emissions produced from project-generated vehicle trips as well as from stationary sources related to the use of natural gas and electricity for heating, cooling, lighting, etc. Without specific details regarding future development, such as unit types and vehicle trips, it is not possible to accurately quantify long-term emissions. The Housing Element update does not authorize any development that is not already allowed. As part of the review process for future development projects, potential air quality impacts will be evaluated and appropriate mitigation measures will be adopted. No significant impacts will occur as a result of the adoption of the Housing Element update, and no mitigation measures are necessary. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required D. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES -Would the project: 1) Have a substantial adverse effect. either directly or through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a --- candidate, sensitive, or special status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? 2) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or --- regional plans, policies, regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Game or US Fish and Wildlife Service? 3) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act --- (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means? 4) Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife species or with --- established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites? 5) Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree preservation policy or --- ordinance? 6) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, --- or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan? 5 x x x x x x 26 Response: 01. Through 4.: Potentially Significant Impact GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact The Housing Element identifies a need for 1, 164 new housing units during the 2014-2021 planning period. The Housing Element is a policy document that includes an examination of housing statistics, housing need, and identification of housing programs to make sure the city continues to address the City of Moorpark's share of regional housing need. Nonetheless, the Housing Element update does not require the re-zoning of any property to meet the City's housing need nor does it authorize any specific housing development. Thus, the adoption of the City's Housing Element update will not significantly impact biological resources including modifications to habitats of any species identified as sensitive or having special protective status nor will it have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In addition, the Housing Element update will not impact federally-protected wetlands nor substantially interfere with the movement of any native or migratory fish or wildlife species. Response: 05. Through 6.: The Moorpark Municipal Code contains tree preservation regulations, which are codified under Chapter 12.12 (Historic Trees, Native Oak Trees and Mature Trees). The ordinance defines "historic, mature and native oak trees," and specific requirements are described for protecting or mitigating their removal. Permits are required for pruning or removal of protected trees, which include historic, mature and native oak trees. The Housing Element update does not require the re-zoning of any property to meet this need nor does it authorize any housing development. Moreover, all future residential developments will be required to comply with the provisions of this ordinance, which will reduce potential impacts to a level that is less than significant. No mitigation measures are necessary at this time. There is no adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Conservation Community Plan, or other local, regional, or state habitat conservation plans that would be impacted in association with the programs outlined in the Housing Element update. No mitigation measures are necessary at this time. The draft Housing Element also does not conflict with adopted conservation local, regional or state conservation plans. As a result, no further environmental review is necessary. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013), . Moorpark Municipal Code Chapter 12.12: Historic Trees, Native Oak Trees and Mature Trees (1988) Mitigation: None required E. CULTURAL RESOURCES -Would the project: 1) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historic resource as defined in §15064.5? ---x 2) Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of x an archaeological resource pursuant to §15064.5? --- 3) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological x resource or site or unique geologic feature? --- 4) Disturb any human remains, induding those interred outside x of formal cemeteries? --- 6 27 Response: E1. Through 4.: Potentially Significant Im ct GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation lnco orated Less Than Significant Im act No Im act The Housing Element identifies a need for 1, 164 new housing units during the 2014-2021 planning period. Nonetheless, the Housing Element does not require the re-zoning of any property to meet this need nor does it authorize any housing development. Some of the areas on which future development may occur could contain sensitive cultural, archaeological or paleontological resources. As part of the planning and review process for new developments, potential impacts to cultural resources will be evaluated and appropriate mitigation measures will be adopted. Given that the Housing Element update does not authorize new development that is not already allowed by the City's existing zoning scheme, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Miti ation: None r uired F. GEOLOGY AND SOILS -Would the project: 1) Expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects, induding the riSk of loss, injury, or death Involving: i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map --- issued by the State Geologist for the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 42. ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? iv) Landslides? 2) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? 3) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or that would become unstable as a result of the project, and --- potentially result in on-or off-site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse? 4) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B of the Uniform Building Code (1994), creating substantial --- risks to life or property? 5) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water disposal systems --- where sewers are not available for the disposal of waste water? 7 x x x x x x x x 28 Response: F1. Through 5.: Potentially Significant Im act GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation lnco orated Less Than Significant Im act No Im act The City of Moorpark is located in a seismically active region containing active faults. These faults have the potential to expose people or structures to significant impacts as a result of a fault rupture and seismic ground shaking. Parts of the City may contain expansive or unstable soils that have the potential to cause structural damage. In addition, grading associated with future development could result in substantial soil erosion. While it is not possible to determine specific potential impacts related to future developments at this time, some general requirements designed to minimize geological impacts will apply to all new development. These include compliance with the Alquist-Priolo Act, the Uniform Building Code, Title 24 of the California Building Code, and the standards of the Structural Engineers Association of California. Compliance with these building standards is considered the best means of reducing geologic hazards. In addition, as part of the City's planning and development review process, future development projects will be required to evaluate site-specific geotechnical conditions and determine appropriate construction methods to address potential hazards such as liquefaction. The Housing Element does not require the re-zoning of any property nor does it authorize any specific housing development. As such, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013), General Plan Safety Element (2001 ), Uniform Building Code (2010) Mitigation: None required G. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS -Would the project: 1) Generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the --- environment? 2) Conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases? 8 x x 29 Response: G1. Through 2.: Potentially Significant Impact GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact Many of the world's leading scientific experts agree that greenhouse gases (GHGs) generated by human activities affect climate by increasing the "greenhouse effect." The gases concentrate in the Earth's atmosphere and trap heat by blocking some of the long-wave energy the Earth normally radiates back into space. Human activities that produce GHGs are the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas for heating and electricity, gasoline and diesel for transportation); methane from landfill wastes and raising livestock, deforestation activities; and some agricultural practices. These activities are increasing the greenhouse gases in the Earth's atmosphere and could be accelerating global climate change. Long-term environmental consequences in California could potentially include a reduction in water supply from the Sierra Nevada snow pack, which could result in a reduction in imported water, and public health problems due to degraded air quality and more intense summer heat. In 2006, Governor Schwarzenegger signed AB 32, the California Climate Solutions Act of 2006. AB 32 requires that statewide GHG emissions be reduced to 2000 levels by the year 2010, 1990 levels by the year 2020, and to 80 percent less than 1990 levels by year 2050. These reductions will be accomplished through an enforceable statewide cap on GHG emissions that will be phased in starting in 2012. To effectively implement the cap, AB 32 directs the California Air Resources Board (CARS) to develop and implement regulations to reduce statewide GHG emissions from stationary sources. AB 32 specifies that regulations adopted in response to AB 1493 should be used to address GHG emissions from vehicles. However, AB 32 also includes language stating that if the AB 1493 regulations cannot be implemented, then CARB should develop new regulations to control vehicle GHG emissions under the authorization of AB 32. AB 32 requires that CARS adopt a quantified cap on GHG emissions representing 1990 emissions levels and disclose how it arrives at the cap; institute a schedule to meet the emissions cap; and develop tracking, reporting, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure that the state achieves reductions in GHG emissions necessary to meet the cap. In 2007, GARB adopted the statewide 2020 emissions cap at 427 million metric tons (MMT) equivalent carbon dioxide (C02e) greenhouse gas emissions. CARS estimated that 2020 'business-as-usual' emissions (meaning, emissions of greenhouse gases without consideration of climate change) would be 596 MMTC02e; therefore, emissions will need to be reduced by 169 MMTC02e (28 percent) statewide to meet the 2020 threshold. AB 32 also includes guidance to institute emissions reductions in an economically efficient manner and conditions to ensure that businesses and consumers are not unfairly affected by the reductions. A numerical threshold to determine the significance of greenhouse gas emissions has not been established by the City or Ventura County Air Pollution Control District. The Housing Element does not require the re-zoning of any property nor does it authorize any specific housing development. Moreover, any new development must be consistent with the adopted growth forecast and the Regional Housing Needs Assessment, it would not cause an increase in greenhouse gas emissions beyond the level currently projected to occur. Therefore, no new significant impacts are anticipated and no mitigation measures are necessary at this time. Nonetheless, subsequent development applications will be evaluated to assess potential greenhouse gas emissions and appropriate mitigation measures may be required at that time. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required H. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS -Would the project: 1) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous --- materials? 2) Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident --- conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment? 9 x x 30 3) Emit hazardous emission or handle hazardous or acutely Potentially Significant Impact hazardous materials, substances, or waste within one---- quarter mile of an existing or proposed school? 4) Be located on a site which is induded on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code --- Section 65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment? 5) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles --- of a public airport or public use airport, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area? 6) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project result in a safety hazard for people residing or --- working in the project area? 7) Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency --- evacuation plan? GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021} Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact x x x x x 8) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, x injury or death involving wild land fires, induding where --- wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildlands? Response: H1. Through 8.: The Housing Element is a policy document that addresses the city's capability to address the community's housing need. The Housing Element does not require the re-zoning of any property to meet the City's housing need nor does it authorize any specific housing development. As a result, the review of the present Housing Element will not create hazards and hazardous materials. The adoption of the draft Housing Element will not create hazards through transporting, using, or disposing hazardous materials. Further, it will not create hazards through the reasonably foreseeable up-set and accidental conditions nor result in hazardous emissions within one-quarter mile of an existing or proposed elementary school. The approval of the Housing Element will not impact any identified hazardous material sites. There are no airports within the city limits, and the update of the Housing Element will not result in a safety hazard for people working or living in the city. There are no private airstrips in Moorpark, so there would not be any hazards as a result of the Housing Element update. Further, adoption of the Housing Element will not impair implementation of the emergency response plan, nor will it expose people or structures to wildfires. As a·result, the adoption of the Housing Element update will not have any significant impacts on hazards and hazardous materials, and no further environmental review is required. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required I. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY -Would the project: 1) Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements? --- 2) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with groundwater recharge such that there --- would be a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local groundwater table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing nearby wells would drop to a level which would not support existing land uses or planned uses for which permits have been granted)? 10 x x 31 3) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including through the alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a manner which would result in substantial erosion or siltation on-or off-site? 4) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or Potentially Significant Impact area, including through the alteration of the course of a --- stream or river, or substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner which would result in flooding on-or off-site? 5) Create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of existing or planned stormwater drainage --- systems or provide substantial additional sources of polluted runoff? 6) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? 7) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard delineation map? 8) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures which would impede or redirect flood flows? --- 9) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury or death involving flooding, including flooding as a result of the failure of a levee or dam? 10) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow? 11 GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact x x x x x x x x 32 Response: 11.: Potentially Significant Impact GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation lncoroorated Less Than Significant lmoact No Impact New development could impact water quality through runoff and wastewater discharge. However, the Housing Element does not require the re-zoning of any property nor does it authorize any housing development. Thus, the Housing Element update does not allow for any development that would not already be allowed under the City's current zoning scheme. Moreover, all future developments will be required to comply with applicable federal, state and local water quality requirements such as the Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Additionally, through the City's development review process, future projects will be evaluated for potential site-specific water quality and flooding impacts. Development projects will be required to prepare water quality plans and/or incorporate "Best Management Practices" (BMPs) into their construction operations to reduce erosion, siltation and water pollution both during and after construction. Compliance with these regulations would be expected to reduce water quality impacts to a level that is less than significant. No mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element amendment. Response: 12.: Any new development likely would result in increased water consumption having the potential to deplete groundwater supplies. Additionally, new developments will result in an increased amount of impervious surfaces and the potential to decrease groundwater recharge. These potential impacts related to groundwater supplies and recharge will be analyzed as part of the planning and development review process for future projects. Nonetheless, the Housing Element does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. Thus, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element amendment. Response: 13. Through 10.,: Future residential developments could result in modification of existing drainage patterns through grading and construction of homes, streets and other facilities. Such changes to drainage patterns could result in substantial erosion or siltation on-or off-site, as well as greater risk of flooding from increased runoff. However, the Housing Element does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. In addition, prior to the development of any new project, potential impacts related to alteration of drainage patterns and flood hazards will be analyzed and appropriate conditions will be required. In addition, existing policies require the provision of adequate storm water drainage facilities and prevent residential development within 100-year floodplains. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this H·ousirig Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required J. LAND USE AND PLANNING -Would the project: 1 ) Physically divide an established community? 2) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the project --- (including, but not limited to the general plan, specific plan, local coastal program, or zoning ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect? 3) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan? --- 12 x x x 33 GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Response: J1. Through 3.: Potentially Significant Im act Less Than Significant With Mitigation lncor orated Less Than Significant Im act No Im ct The Housing Element update does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. In addition, in accordance with the City's zoning code, future residential development will be either small-scale infill/redevelopment projects or larger-scale master-planned projects on vacant land. As such, these future projects would not have the potential to divide an existing community. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element amendment. There is no known adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Conservation Community Plan, or other local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan within the areas of Moorpark that will be considered for future development. No impacts would occur and mitigation measures are necessary at this time. Sources: Miti ation: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). None re uired K. MINERAL RESOURCES -Would the project: 1) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of value to the region and the residents of --- the state? x 2) Result in the loss of availability of a locally-important mineral X resource recovery site delineated on a local general plan, --- specific plan or other land use plan? Response: K1. Through 2.: According to the City of Moorpark General Plan, no classified or designated mineral deposits of statewide or regional significance have been identified in the city. The State Geologist has not mapped any Mineral Resource Zones in the city, and consequently the State Mining and Geology Board has not designated any regionally significant mineral resource areas in the city. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. · Sources: GPA 201"3-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013), General Plan Open Space, Conservation and Recreation Element (1986) Mitigation: None required L. NOISE -Would the project result in: 1) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or --- noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies? 2) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive groundbome vibration or groundborne noise levels? --- 3) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise levels in --- the project vicinity above levels existing without the project? 4) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing --- without the project? 13 x x x x 34 5) For a project located within an airport land use plan or, Potentially Significant Impact where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles --- of a public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels? 6) For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip, would the project expose people residing or working in the project --- area to excessive noise levels? Response: L 1. Through 4.: GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact x x The Housing Element does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. In addition, even though all future residential developments would be expected to result in short-term construction-related noise impacts, including ground-borne vibration noise that could exceed established standards, required compliance with the City's noise regulations and restrictions on construction hours will help to mitigate these impacts. Although any future development likely would result in an incremental increase in long-term noise levels from increased vehicular traffic, as well as new stationary sources of noise, the Housing Element update does not authorize specific development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. As part of the planning and development review process, all future projects will be subject to site-specific analysis of potential noise impacts and any appropriate mitigation measures will be imposed at that time. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element amendment. Response: L5. Through 6.: There are no public airports or private airstrips located within the city. As such, future residential development would not be expected to expose people to excessive aircraft noise levels. The adoption of the Housing Element update will not result in any addition impacts related to airports or aircraft noise. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required M. POPULATION AND HOUSING -Would the project: 1) Induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly (for example, by proposing new homes and --- businesses) or indirectly (for example, through extension of roads or other infrastructure)? 2) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing --- elsewhere? 3) Displace substantial numbers of people, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere? --- 14 x x x 35 Response: M1. Through 3.: Potentially Significant Im act GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation lncor orated Less Than Significant Im act No Im ct The City is required by state law to accommodate its fair share of regional housing needs. While the Housing Element update establishes policies for the development of housing, it does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. The Housing Element update will not induce additional population growth, but merely addresses the housing needs of the anticipated population. No mitigation measures are required. It is expected that most new residential development in the City will occur on vacant land and therefore would not displace existing houses or people. However, some redevelopment of existing housing could occur, such as with a project to replace deteriorated structures. In such cases, evaluation of the need for replacement housing and/or relocation assistance would be required. The Housing Element update includes policies and programs to reduce the possibility and effects of displacement. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are required in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required N. PUBLIC SERVICES 1) Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the public services: Fire protection? Police protection? Schools? Parks? Other public facilities? Response: N1.: x x x x x The Housing Element does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. Any new residential development would be expected to increase the demand for public services, but the Housing Element will not create a substantial adverse impact because it does not authorize additional housing. Already, as part of the planning and development review process, all new developments will be evaluated to determine the level of demand for public services and appropriate mitigation measures will be imposed to ensure that adequate service levels are maintained. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required 15 36 0. RECREATION 1) Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood Potentially Significant Impact and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that --- substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated? 2) Does the project include recreational facilities or require the --- construction or expansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on the environment? Response: 01. Through 2.: GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact x x The Housing Element does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. New residential development would be expected to increase the demand for parks and other recreational facilities. As part of the planning and development review process, all new developments will be evaluated to determine the level of demand for recreational facilities and appropriate mitigation measures will be imposed to ensure that adequate service levels are maintained. The City of Moorpark Park requires that all new residential subdivision developments pay a Quimby Act fee, which is used to acquire and/or improve park facilities, mitigating the impact of additional residents. Since the Housing Element does not authorize new development that is not already allowed, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required P. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC-Would the project: 1) Conflict with an applicable plan, ordinance or policy establishing measures of effectiveness for the performance --- of the circulation system, taking into account all modes of transportation including mass transit and non-motorized travel and relevant components of the circulation system, including but not limited to intersections, streets, highways and freeways, pedestrian and bicycle paths, and mass transit? 2) Conflict with an applicable congestion management program, including, but not limited to level of service --- standards and travel demand measures, or other standards established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways? 3) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including either an increase in traffic levels or a change in location that results in substantial safety risks? 4) Substantially increase hazards due to a design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible --- uses (e.g., farm equipment)? 5) Result in inadequate emergency access? 6) Result in inadequate parking capacity? 7) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle --- racks)? 16 x x x x x x x 37 Response: P1. Through 7.: Potentially Significant Im act GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation lnco rated Less Than Significant Im act No Im act The Housing Element does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. Any new residential development will be expected to generate increased traffic on the road network and could result in hazardous road conditions, inadequate emergency access, or insufficient parking. The level of new residential development anticipated in the Housing Element (1, 164 additional housing units during the 2014-2021 period) would not be expected to have a significant effect on air traffic volume beyond the levels assumed in the regional growth forecast. In addition, the City's zoning scheme already anticipates this growth. As a result, the Housing Element update will not result in any significant impacts, and no mitigation measures are required. Moreover, as part of the planning and development review process, all new developments are evaluated to determine the extent of traffic impacts relative to road capacity, design, emergency access and parking, and appropriate requirements will be imposed to ensure that safe design standards and adequate service levels are maintained. The traffic impact fees that new residential developments are required to pay will help to mitigate the impact of additional traffic through funding of new road improvements. No significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required Q. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS -Would the project: 1) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board? --- 2) Require or result in the construction of new water or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of existing --- facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? 3) Require or result in the construction of new storm water drainage facilities or expansion of existing facilities, the --- construction of which could cause significant environmental effects? 4) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project from existing entitlements and resources, or are new or --- expanded entitlements needed? 5) Result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider which serves or may serve the project that it has --- adequate capacity to serve the project's projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments? 6) Be served by the landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste disposal needs? --- 7) Comply with federal. state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste? --- 17 x x x x x x x 38 Response: 01. Through 7.: Potentially Significant Im act GPA2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Less Than Significant With Mitigation lncor orated Less Than Significant Im act No Im act The Housing Element does not authorize any new development or allow for more development than is currently allowed under the City's zoning scheme. Any new residential development will likely increase the demand for utilities and service systems, including water, wastewater treatment, storm water drainage, and solid waste disposal, but as part of the planning and development review process, new developments will be evaluated to determine the level of demand for these facilities and appropriate mitigation measures and project-specific requirements will be imposed to ensure that adequate service levels are maintained. Since the City's zoning scheme already anticipates housing growth and the update will not increase the demand for utilities and service systems, no significant impacts would occur and no mitigation measures are necessary in connection with this Housing Element update. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Mitigation: None required R. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE 1) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment. substantially reduce the habitat of a fish --- or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history of prehistory? 2) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively --- considerable" means that the incremental effect of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and effects of probable future projects)? 3) Does the project h~ve environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either --- directly or indirectly? 18 x x x 39 GPA 2013-03 Housing Element Update (2014-2021) Response: R1.: Potentially Significant Impact Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated Less Than Significant Impact No Impact Under state law, cities are required to prepare a Housing Element that, among other things, identifies how the jurisdiction's fair share of regional housing growth needs will be accommodated. The City of Moorpark's fair share of the region's new housing need, as established by the Southern California Association of Governments, is 1, 164 units for the period 2014-2021. The City's new housing need is distributed among various income levels as shown in Housing Element Table 11-27. Since the City's current land use plans and zoning demonstrate adequate capacity to accommodate its need for lower-income households, the Housing Element does not include a commitment to re-zone any land for multi-family residential development. Thus, the Housing Element update will not have any significant impacts. Moreover, prior to approval of any future proposed zoning amendments or development applications, site-specific CEQA analysis will be conducted and appropriate mitigation measures will be required to address any potentially significant impacts. Response: R2.: As noted in Item R 1., above, the Housing Element identifies a need for 1, 164 new residential units during the 2014-2021 period. However, this Housing Element update does not grant any development entitlements nor identify the specific location of sites to be developed. Prior to adoption of any future proposed development or zoning amendments, site-specific CEQA analysis will be conducted and appropriate mitigation measures will be required to address any potentially significant impacts. Response: R3.: As noted in Items R1., and R2., above, the Housing Element is a policy document that does not grant development entitlements for any specific sites or projects. Prior to adoption of any proposed zoning amendments, and/or development applications, site-specific CEQA analysis will be conducted and appropriate mitigation measures will be required to address any potentially significant impacts that may be identified. Sources: GPA 2013-03: Housing Element Update, (Draft 2014-2021, dated November 2013). Earlier Environmental Documents Used in the Preparation of this Initial Study None Additional Project References Used to Prepare This Initial Study One or more of the following references were incorporated into the Initial Study by reference, and are available for review in the Community Development Office, City Hall, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, CA 93021. Items used are referred to by number in the Response Section of the Initial Study Checklist. 1. The City of Moorpark's General Plan, as amended. 2. The Moorpark Municipal Code, as amended. 3. The City of Moorpark Procedures for the Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the State CEQA Guidelines adopted by Resolution No. 2004-2224 4. Public Resources Code Section 21000 et. seq. and California Code of Regulations, Title 14 Section 15000 et. seq. 19 40 EXHIBIT B MOORPARK GENERAL PLAN Housing ELEMENT 2014-2021 ' . . .. '-:.. . . "'-j : ,'t..,.:,. ;t. .. --~"~Y ;.. " ·~ "" . "' ........... "" • •• I''/~ ••• ~ o. l. '"• "'f', . ·- January 2014 41 Acknowledgements City Council Janice S. Parvin, Mayor Roseann Mikos, Ph.D., Councilmember Keith F. Millhouse, Councilmember David Pollock, Councilmember Mark Van Dam, Councilmember Planning Commission Diana Gould, Chair Daniel Groff, Vice Chair Kipp Landis, Commissioner Mark Di Cecco, Commissioner Bruce Hamous, Commissioner City Staff Steven Kueny, City Manager David Bobardt, AICP, Community Development Director Joseph Vacca, AICP, Principal Planner Consulting Assistance: J.H. Douglas & Associates Cover photo: Charles Street Terrace (Ventura County Area Housing Authority) 42 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Contents I. Introduction .............................................................................................................................................. 1-1 A. Setting .............................................................................................................................................. 1-l B. State Policy and Authorization ................................................................................................... 1-2 C. Public Participation ....................................................................................................................... 1-2 D. Consistency with Other Elements of the General Plan .......................................................... 1-2 II. Housing Needs Assessment .................................................................................................................. 11-1 A. Population Characteristics ......................................................................................................... 11-1 l. Population Growth Trends ........................................................................................................ 11-1 2. Age ............................................................................................................................................... 11-2 3. Race and Ethnicity .................................................................................................................... 11-2 B. Household Characteristics .......................................................................................................... 11-3 l. Household Composition and Size ........................................................................................... 11-3 2. Housing Tenure ........................................................................................................................... 11-4 3. Overcrowding ............................................................................................................................ 11-4 4. Household Income .................................................................................................................... 11-5 5. Overpayment ............................................................................................................................. 11-6 6. Current Employment ................................................................................................................. 11-6 7. Projected Job Growth .............................................................................................................. 11-7 8. Jobs-Housing Balance .............................................................................................................. 11-8 C. Housing Stock Characteristics .................................................................................................... 11-9 1. Housing Type and Growth Trends ........................................................................................... 11-9 2. Housing Age and Conditions ................................................................................................ 11-10 3. Vacancy .................................................................................................................................... 11-l l 4. Housing Cost ............................................................................................................................. 11-l l D. Special Needs ............................................................................................................................. 11-l 4 1. Persons with Disabilities ........................................................................................................... 11-14 2. Elderly ......................................................................................................................................... 11-l 6 3. Large Households .................................................................................................................... 11-16 4. Female-Headed Households ................................................................................................. 11-17 5. Farm Workers ............................................................................................................................ 11-l 7 6. Student Population .................................................................................................................. 11-20 7. Homeless Persons ..................................................................................................................... 11-20 E. Assisted Housing at Risk of Conversion ................................................................................... 11-23 F. Future Growth Needs ................................................................................................................. 11-24 1. Overview of the Regional Housing Needs Assessment .................................................... 11-24 2. 2014-2021 Moorpark Growth Needs .................................................................................... 11-24 Ill. Resources and Opportunities .............................................................................................................. 111-l A. Land Resources ............................................................................................................................ 111-l B. Financial and Administrative Resources ................................................................................. 111-1 1. State and Federal Resources ................................................................................................. 111-1 2. Local Resources ........................................................................................................................ 111-3 3. Local Non-Profit Agencies ...................................................................................................... 111-3 C. Energy Conservation Opportunities ......................................................................................... 111-5 IV. Constraints ............................................................................................................................................. IV-1 A. Governmental Constraints ....................................................................................................... IV-1 l. Land Use Plans and Regulations ........................................................................................... IV-1 2. Development Processing Procedures ............................................................................... IV-12 3. Development Fees and Improvement Requirements .................................................... IV-16 B. Non-Governmental Constraints ............................................................................................. IV-18 1. Environmental Constraints ................................................................................................... IV-18 2. Infrastructure Constraints ...................................................................................................... IV-19 3. Land Costs ............................................................................................................................... IV-19 iii January 2014 43 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element 4. Construction Costs ................................................................................................................ IV-20 5. Cost and Availability of Financing ..................................................................................... IV-20 C. Fair Housing ............................................................................................................................... IV-20 V. Housing Plan ........................................................................................................................................... V-1 A. Goals and Policies ...................................................................................................................... V-1 1. Housing and Neighborhood Conservation ......................................................................... V-1 2. Adequate Residential Sites ..................................................................................................... V-2 3. Housing Assistance and Special Needs ............................................................................... V-2 4. Removal of Government Constraints ................................................................................... V-3 5. Fair and Equal Housing Opportunity ..................................................................................... V-3 B. Housing Programs ....................................................................................................................... V-4 Appendix A -Evaluation of the 2008-2013 Housing Element Appendix B -Residential Land Inventory Appendix C -Public Participation Summary iv January 2014 44 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Table 11-1 Table 11-2 Table 11-3 Table 11-4 Table 11-5 Table 11-6 Table 11-7 Table 11-8 Table 11-9 Table 11-10 Table 11-11 Table 11-12 Table 11-13 Table 11-14 Table 11-15 Table 11-16 Table 11-17 Table 11-18 Table 11-19 Table 11-20 Table 11-21 Table 11-22 Table 11-23 Table 11-24 Table 11-25 Table 11-26 Table 11-27 Table 111-1 Table IV-1 Table IV-2 Table IV-3 Table IV-4 Table IV-5 Table IV-6 Table V-1 Figure 11-1 Figure 11-2 List of Tables Population Trends 1990-2010 ............................................................................................................ 11-1 Age Distribution ................................................................................................................................... 11-2 Race/Ethnicity ..................................................................................................................................... 11-3 Household Composition .................................................................................................................... 11-3 Household Tenure ............................................................................................................................... 11-4 Overcrowding ..................................................................................................................................... 11-4 Median Household Income .............................................................................................................. 11-5 Overpayment by Income Category .............................................................................................. 11-5 Labor Force Status .............................................................................................................................. 11-6 Employment by Occupation ........................................................................................................... 11-7 Projected Job Growth by Occupation, 2008-2018 -Oxnard/Thousand Oaks- Ventura Metropolitan Statistical Area ............................................................................................ 11-8 Job Location for Moorpark Residents ............................................................................................. 11-9 Housing by Type .................................................................................................................................. 11-9 Age of Housing Stock by Tenure .................................................................................................... 11-10 Housing Vacancy ............................................................................................................................. 11-l l Income Categories and Affordable Housing Costs -Ventura County .................................. 11-12 Ventura County Median Housing Sales Prices -2012 ................................................................ 11-13 Persons with Disabilities by Age ...................................................................................................... 11-14 Elderly Households by Tenure ......................................................................................................... 11-16 Household Size by Tenure ............................................................................................................... 11-17 Household Type by Tenure .............................................................................................................. 11-17 Ventura County Farm Workers -2000 ........................................................................................... 11-19 Agricultural Employment -Moorpark vs. Ventura County ....................................................... 11-19 Ventura County Homeless Count: 2012 ....................................................................................... 11-21 Ventura County Homeless Sub-Populations: 2012 ..................................................................... 11-21 Assisted Housing Developments .................................................................................................... 11-23 Regional Housing Growth Needs -Moorpark ............................................................................. 11-24 Land Inventory Summary ................................................................................................................. 111-1 Residential land Use Categories .................................................................................................... IV-1 Residential Development Standards ............................................................................................ IV-2 Housing Types Permitted by Zone ................................................................................................. IV-5 Development Review Times ......................................................................................................... IV-15 Development Review Fees ........................................................................................................... IV-17 Road Improvement Standards .................................................................................................... IV-18 Housing Program Implementation Summary ............................................................................... V-9 List of Figures Population Growth 1990-2012 .......................................................................................................... 11-1 Agricultural Production Areas -Ventura County ....................................................................... 11-18 v January 2014 45 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element This page intentionally left blank. vi January 2014 46 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element I. Introduction I. INTRODUCTION A. Setting Nestled among the rolling hills in eastern Ventura County, Moorpark incorporated as a city in 1983. Beginning with the small settlements of Epworth and Fremontville in the late l 91h/early 20th centuries, Moorpark has experienced tremendous growth since the 1980s - increasing to a population estimated at 37,576 in 2010. Despite this rapid population growth, Moorpark has retained its country charm reminiscent of a small town. Moorpark is distinct from other communities in Ventura County. The city has a high percentage of younger families with children. Residents generally tend to have a higher education level than many communities, and one of the highest median household incomes in the county. Due to its predominantly residential nature, Moorpark serves as a bedroom community for larger employment centers throughout Ventura County as well as northwest Los Angeles County, which is readily accessible via the Ventura Freeway (SR-101 ), the Ronald Reagan Freeway (SR-118) and SR-23. The City's housing stock offers a range of housing opportunities consistent with the urban- rural nature of Ventura County. The downtown area contains a mix of older single-family neighborhoods, commercial and higher-density development. New residential develop- ment nestled in surrounding hillsides offer more rural settings. Strong growth in the Southern California economy during the first half of this decade fostered increased residential development in Specific Plan areas and other areas around the city's perimeter. Although the strong economy spurred housing development, it also caused a rapid increase in housing prices. Housing prices still remain well in excess of 2000 levels, despite the downturn in the housing market since 2006. These increases place a burden upon lower-income individuals and families, seniors, the disabled, large families, and other persons with special housing needs. Though higher-priced homes ring the downtown area, the city's center contains much of the older housing stock, some of which shows signs of deterioration. Moorpark faces several challenges over the 2014-2021 Housing Element planning period, including maintaining the diversity and affordability of the housing stock, rehabilitating older housing in the downtown area, fostering economic development, and balancing growth with the needs of existing residents. The City has set forth the following goals for addressing the housing needs facing the community (see Chapter V -Housing Plan): • Adequate provision of decent, safe, and affordable housing for residents without regard to race, age, sex, marital status, ethnicity, or other arbitrary consideration. • Adequate provision of housing opportunities by type, tenure, and location with particular attention to the provision of housing for special needs groups. • Identification of suitable parcels for residential development, and appropriate recycling of land for future housing development. 1-1 January 2014 47 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element I. Introduction • Development of a balanced community accessible to employment, transportation, shopping, medical services, and governmental services. B. State Policy and Authorization State law requires the preparation of a Housing Element as part of a jurisdiction's General Plan (Government Code §65302(c)). The Element is to consist of the identification and analysis of existing and projected housing needs, and a statement of goals, policies, quantified objectives, and scheduled programs for the preservation, improvement, and development of housing. It is also required to identify adequate sites for housing and to make adequate provision for the existing and projected needs of all economic segments of the community (§65583). Periodic review of the Element is required to evaluate ( 1) the appropriateness of its goals, objectives and policies in contributing to the attainment of the state housing goals, (2) its effectiveness in attaining the City's housing goals and objectives, and (3) the progress of its implementation (§65588). C. Public Participation The City provided several opportunities for residents to participate in the Housing Element update and recommend strategies for addressing local needs. Prior to public hearings, the draft Housing Element was made available for review at City Hall, on the City's website, and at public libraries. To ensure a wide distribution, notices were sent to the School District, the Moorpark College Library, and the Post Office. Local non-profit and housing advocate groups were also notified of the availability of the Housing Element. Through these efforts all interested residents and stakeholders had ample opportunity to participate in the development of the Housing Element. Appendix C contains additional details regarding the City's efforts to encourage participation by all economic segments of the community, as well as a summary of concerns and recommendations expressed during the public review process. As required by state law, a draft Housing Element was submitted to the State Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) for review. After receiving HCD's comments, a proposed final Housing Element was made available for public review prior to adoption by the City Council. Annual reviews of the Element have been, and continue to be, accomplished in accordance with state law. Annual reports are placed on the City's website as a resource for the public and interested parties. D. Consistency with Other Elements of the General Plan The Housing Element is one of the elements of the comprehensive General Plan. Moorpark's General Plan comprises the seven elements mandated by state law, and includes the Land Use Element, the Circulation Element, the Housing Element, the Open Space, Conservation and Recreation Element, the Noise Element, and the Safety 1-2 January 2014 48 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element I. Introduction Element. The Housing Element builds upon the other General Plan Elements and is entirely consistent with the policies set forth in those elements. The City will ensure consistency between General Plan elements so that policies introduced in one element are consistent with those in other elements. At this time, the revised Element does not propose significant change to any other element of the City's adopted General Plan. However, if it becomes apparent over time that changes to another element are needed for internal consistency, such changes will be proposed for consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council. 1-3 January 2014 j 49 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element I. Introduction This page intentionally left blank. 1-4 January 2014 50 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment II. HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT This chapter examines general population and household characteristics and trends, such as age, race and ethnicity, employment, household composition and size, household income, and special needs. Characteristics of the existing housing stock (e.g., number of units and type, tenure, age and condition, costs) are also addressed. Finally, the city's projected housing growth needs based on the 2014-2021 Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) are examined. Data Sources The Housing Needs Assessment utilizes data from the U.S. Census , the California Department of Finance (DOF), the California Employment Development Department (EDD), the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), and other relevant sources. These data sources are the most reliable for assessing existing conditions and provide a basis for consistent comparison with historical data and the basis for forecasts. A. Population Characteristics 1. Population Growth Trends Compared to the rapid growth of the previous decade 1990-2000, Moorpark has continued to experience population growth although at a slower pace, increasing approximately 10.93 from 2000 to 2012 to an estimated population of 34 ,826 (see Table 11-1 and Figure 11-1 ). The City 's 2012 population represents approximately 4.23 of the County 's total population of 832 ,970. Moorpark Ventura County Table 11-1 Population Trends 1990-2010 1990 2000 2012 25,494 31,415 34 ,826 669 ,016 753, 197 832 ,970 Growth 1990-2000 23 .2% 12 .6% Source : U.S. Census , California Dept. of Finance Table E-5 (2012) 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% Figure 11-1 Population Growth 1990-2012 •Moorpark , ii Ventura County 1990-2000 2000-2012 Sources: U.S. Census 2000 , California Departmen t of Finance Table E-1 (2012) 11 -1 Growth 2000-2012 10.9% 10 .6% January 2014 51 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment 2. Age Housing needs are influenced by population age characteristics. Different age groups require different accommodations based on lifestyle, family type, income level, and housing preference. Table 11-2 provides a comparison of the city and county population by age group in 2010. This table shows that the City's population was slightly younger than the County's, with the "under 20 years " age cohort representing 313 of the City compared to 293 of the County. The median age of Moorpark residents is 1.5 years younger than that of all Ventura County residents (34.7 years vs. 36.2 years). I Age Group Under 5 years 5 to 9 years 10 to 14 years 15to19 years 20 to 24 years 25 to 29 years 30 to 34 years 35 to 39 years 40 to 44 years 45 to 49 years 50 to 54 years 55 to 59 years 60 to 64 years 65 to 69 years 70 to 7 4 years 75 to 79 years 80 to 84 years 85+ vears Total Median aae Table 11-2 Age Distribution Moorpark Persons % 2,272 6.6% 2,461 7.1% 2,803 8.1% 3,061 8.9% 2,493 7.2% 2,137 6.2% 2,098 6.1% 2,115 6.1% 2,475 7.2 % 3,009 8.7% 3,089 9.0% 2,335 6.8% 1,618 4.7 % 886 2.6% 568 1.7% 450 1.3% 297 0.9% 254 0.7% 34,421 100% 34.7 Source: 2010 Census Table DP-1 3. Race and Ethnicity Ventura County ! Persons % 55,336 6.7% 56,970 6.9% 60 ,390 7.3% 64 ,407 7.8% 56 ,183 6.8% 54 ,253 6.6% 51 ,207 6.2% 53,448 6.5% 57 ,635 7.0% 62 ,731 7.6% 60 ,973 7.4% 51 , 164 6.2% 42 ,312 5.1% 29 ,834 3.6% 21 ,562 2.6% 17,443 2.1% 13,427 1.6% 14,043 1.7% 823 ,318 100% 36 .2 The racial and ethnic composition of the City differs from the County in that a lower proportion of City residents are Hispanic/Latino or other racial/ethnic minorities. Approximately 7 5.13 of City residents are white, contrasted with 68.73 for the county as a whole. The percentage of Hispanics residing in the City, at 31.43, is about 93 less than that of the County. Asians , at 6.83, represent the largest non-Hispanic minority group (Table 11-3). 11-2 January 2014 52 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Race/Ethnicitv White Black American Indian Asian Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander Other race 2 or more races Total Hispanic or Latino (any race) Source: 2010 Census, Table DP-1 B. Household Characteristics Table 11-3 Race/Ethnicity Moorpark Population 25,860 533 248 2,352 50 3,727 1,651 34,421 10 ,813 1. Household Composition and Size II. Housing Needs Assessment Ventura County % Total Population % Total 75.1% 565 ,804 68.7% 1.5% 15,163 1.8% 0.7% 8,068 1.0% 6.8% 55,446 6.7% 0.1% 1,643 0.2% 10.8% 140,253 17.0% 4.8% 36 ,941 4.5% 100.0% 823318 100.0% 31.4% 331 ,567 40.3% Household characteristics are important indicators of the type and size of housing needed in a city. The Census defines a "household" as all persons occupying a housing unit, which may include single persons living alone, families related through marriage or blood, or unrelated persons sharing a single unit. Persons in group quarters such as dormitories, retirement or convalescent homes, or other group living situations are included in population totals, but are not considered households. Table 11-4 provides a comparison of households by type for Moorpark and Ventura County as a whole, as reported in the 2010 Census. Family households comprised approximately 823 of all households in the City, as compared to 743 for the County. The City had more families with children at home, fewer singles living alone, and a somewhat larger average household size than Ventura County as a whole. These statistics suggest that there is a somewhat greater need for large units in Moorpark than for other areas of the County. Household Type Family households : Husband-wife family With own children under 18 years Male householder , no wife present With own children under 18 years Female householder , no husband present With own children under 18 years Nonfamily households : Householder living alone Households with individuals under 18 years Table 11-4 Household Composition Moorpark Households 8,586 6,966 3,656 507 248 1, 113 542 1,898 1,337 % 81.9% 66.4% 34.9% 4.8% 2.4% 10.6% 5.2% 18.1% 12.8% 4,8 63 46 .4% Households with individuals 65 years and over 1,839 17.5% Total households 10,484 100% Averai:ie household size 3.28 Source: 2010 Census, Table DP-1 11-3 Ventura County I Households % I 197,178 73.9% 150 ,512 56.4% 71, 149 26.7% 15,134 5.7% 7,302 2.7% 31,532 11.8% 15 ,63 2 5.9% 69,742 26.1% 53,037 19 .9% 106,457 39 .9% 69 ,982 26.2% 266 ,920 1 3.04 January 2014 53 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment 2. Housing Tenure Housing tenure (owner vs. renter) is an important indicator of the housing market. Communities need an adequate supply of units available for rent and for sale in order to accommodate a range of households with varying income, family size and composition , and lifestyle. Table 11-5 provides a comparison of the number of owner-occupied and renter-occupied units in the City in 201 O as compared to the County as a whole. It reveals a very high level of homeownership in the City, approximately 14 percentage points higher than the county (763 City vs. 623 County). Table 11-5 Household Tenure Moo ark Housin T e Units % % Occupied housing units 10,484 98% 95% Owner-occupied housing units 8,182 76% 62% Average household size of owner-occupied units 3.26 Renter-occupied housing units 2,302 21% 33% Avera e household size of renter-occu ied units 3.36 Vacant housing units 254 2% 0% For rent 68 1% 2% Rented , not occupied 6 0.1% 0.1% For sale only 85 1% 1% Sold , not occupied 16 0.1% 0.2% For seasonal , recreational , or occasional use 15 0% 1% All other vacants 64 1% 1% Homeowner vacancy rate (%) 1 Rental vacanc rate % 2.9 Total housin units 10,738 Source : 2010 Census , Table DP-1 3. Overcrowding Overcrowding is often closely related to household income and the cost of housing . The U.S. Census Bureau considers a household to be overcrowded when there is more than one person per room, e xcluding bathrooms and kitchens, with severe overcrowding when there are more than 1.5 occupants per room. Table 11-6 summarizes overcrowding for the City of Moorpark. I Occupants per Room Owner occupied units 1.01 to 1.50 1.51 to 2.00 2.01 or more Renter occupied units 1.01 to 1.50 1.51 to 2.00 2.01 or more Table 11-6 Overcrowding Mooroark Units % 8,509 100% 184 2% 70 1% 2 0% 1,903 100% 59 3% 0 0% 41 2% Source : Census 2006-2010 ACS , Table 825014 11-4 Ventura County I Units % I 175,452 100% 4,640 3% 943 1% 235 0.1% 88 ,853 100% 7,351 8% 2,288 3% 792 1% January 2014 54 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II . Housing Needs Assessment According to recent Census data, overcrowding was more prevalent among renters than for owner-occupied units. Approximately 53 of the City's renter-occupied households were overcrowded compared to only 33 of owner-occupied households. 4. Household Income Household income is a primary factor affecting housing needs in a community. According to recent Census data, the median household income in Moorpark was $103,009, 343 higher than the County as a whole (Table 11-7). Table 11-7 Median Household Income Jurisdiction Moorpark Ventura County Median Income 103 ,009 76 ,728 Source : U.S . Census , 2007-2011 ACS , Table DP-3 Extremely Low Income Households % of County Median Income 134% 100% State law requires quantification and analysis of existing and projected housing needs of extremely low-income (ELI) households. Extremely low income is defined as households with incomes less than 303 of area median income. The 2013 area median income for Ventura County was $89,300 (see Table 11-16). For extremely-low-income households, this results in an income of $26 ,800 or less for a four-person household. Households with extremely-low-income have a variety of housing needs . Existing Needs According to recent Census estimates, approximately 1 65 extremely-low-income house- holds resided in Moorpark, representing about 23 of all households. All ELI households were reported to be paying more than 303 of their income toward housing costs (Table 11-8). I Table 11-8 Overpayment by Income Category Owners Income Cateaorv Households Percent Extremely low households 125 Households overpayinQ 125 100% Very low households 815 Households overpayinQ 575 70 .6% Low households 660 Households overpayini:i 520 78.8% Subtotal: All lower-income households 1,600 Subtotal: Households overpaying 1,220 76.3% Moderate households 1,170 Households overpayinQ 840 71.8% Above moderate households 5,060 Households overpayini:i 1,680 33.2% Renters Households 40 40 335 285 345 345 720 670 250 150 475 55 Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developmen t, CHAS , based on the 2006-2008 ACS. Table 15 . 11-5 Percent 100% 85 .1% 100% 93.1% 60 .0% 11 .6% I January 2014 55 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II . Housing Needs Assessment Projected Needs The projected housing need for ELI households is assumed to be 503 of the very-low income regional housing need of 289 units . As a result, the City has a projected need for 145 ELI units during this planning period. The resources and programs to address this need are the same as for low-income housing in general and are discussed throughout the Housing Element, including the Chapter V, Housing Plan. Because the needs of ELI households overlap extensively with other special needs groups, further analysis and resources for these households can be found in Chapter II, Needs Assessment, Section E, Special Needs, and Chapter IV , Constraints , Section A. l .e . Special Needs Housing . 5. Overpayment According to state housing policy, overpaying occurs when housing costs exceed 303 of gross household income. Table 11-8 displays recent estimates for overpayment by income category. About 933 of all lower-income renter households and 763 of all lower-income owner households were overpaying for housing . Extremely-low-income households generally suffer the greatest cost burden . Although homeowners enjoy income and property tax deductions and other benefits that help to compensate for high housing costs, lower-income homeowners may need to defer maintenance or repairs due to limited funds , which can lead to deterioration. For lower-income renters, severe cost burden can require families to double up resulting in overcrowding and related problems . Employment Employment is an important factor affecting housing needs within a community. The jobs available in each employment sector and the wages for these jobs affect the type and size of housing residents can afford . 6. Current Employment Current employment and projected job growth have a significant influence on housing needs during this planning period . Table 11-9 shows that the City had a workforce of 18 , 907 persons , or 73.23 of the working-age population, according to recent Census data . This table shows that the City 's population had a higher labor force participation rate than the County as a whole (73 .23 City vs . 67.33 County) and had a lower unemployment rate ( 5. 13 City and 7 .23 County). I Labor Force Status Population 16 years and ove r In labor force Civilian labor force Employed Unemployed Armed Forces Not in labor force Table 11-9 Labor Force Status Moorpark Persons Percent 25 ,829 100% 18 ,907 73 .2% 18 ,907 73 .2% 17 ,944 94.9% 963 5.1% 0 0% 6,922 26 .8% Ventura County Persons Percent 623 ,606 100% 419,563 67.3% 415 ,148 66 .6% 385 ,262 92.8% 29,886 7.2% 4,415 0.7% 204 ,043 32.7% Source : Bureau of the Census , 2006-2010 Amencan Community Survey , Table DP-3 . 11-6 January 2014 56 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment According to recent Census data, approximately 423 of the City's working residents were employed in management and professional occupations (Table 11-10). A low percentage of workers ( 183) were employed in service-related occupations such as waiters and beauticians. Blue-collar occupations such as machine operators, assemblers, farming, transportation, handlers and laborers constituted about 163 of the workforce. i Table 11-10 Employment by Occupation Occupation Civilian employed population 16 years and over Management, business , science , and arts occupations Service occupations Sales and office occupations Natural resources , construction, and maintenance occupations Production, transportation, and material moving occupations Source : U.S. Census 2006-2010 ACS, Table DP3 7. Projected Job Growth Moorpark I Persons % : 17 ,944 100% 7,593 42% 3,203 18% 4,347 24% 1,359 8% 1,442 8% Future housing needs are affected by the number and type of new jobs created during this planning period. Table 11-11 shows projected job growth by occupation for the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura MSA along with median hourly wages for the period 2008-2018. Total employment in Ventura County is expected to grow by 7.73 between 2008 and 2018 . The overall growth is expected to add 26,500 new jobs and bring the County's employment to about 371 ,000 by 2018. Residents who are employed in well-paying occupations have less difficulty obtaining adequate housing than residents in lower-paying jobs. Table 11-11 illustrates the growth trend in low-wage service jobs such as health care support, food preparation and serving, cleaning and maintenance, sales , and office/administrative support. 11-7 January 2014 57 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment NAICS Code 1133,21 23 31-33 22,48-49 22 48-49 51 52-53 54-56 61-62 71-72 71 72 81 Notes : Table 11-11 Projected Job Growth by Occupation, 2008-2018 - Oxnard/Thousand Oaks-Ventura Metropolitan Statistical Area Annual Average Employment Industry Title 2008 2018 Total Employment 344,900 371,400 Self-Employment (A) 25,500 26,000 Unpaid Family Workers (B) 800 900 Private Household Workers (C) 2,200 2,600 Total Farm 25,100 26,700 Total Nonfarm 291 ,300 315,200 Mining and Logging 1,200 1,300 Construction 16,700 18,000 Manufacturing 35,900 37 ,000 Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities 6,000 6,500 Utilities 1,000 1,200 Transportation and Warehousing 5,000 5,300 Information 5,600 5,700 Financial Activities 21, 100 21 ,700 Professional and Business Services 38 ,300 41,900 Education Services , Health Care , and Social Assistance 31 ,800 37 ,200 Leisure and Hospitality 31,500 35,800 Arts, entertainment, and Recreation 5,100 5,800 Accommodation and Food Services 26 ,500 30 ,000 Other Services (excludes 814-Private Household Workers) 10 ,000 10,800 Government 43,100 44,900 Federal Government 7,300 7,400 State and Local Government 35,800 37,500 Employment Change Jobs Percent 26,500 7.7 500 2.0 100 12 .5 400 18.2 1,600 6.4 23 ,900 8.2 100 8.3 1,300 7.8 1, 100 3.1 500 8.3 200 20.0 300 6.0 100 1.8 600 2.8 3,600 9.4 5,400 17 .0 4,300 13.7 700 13.7 3,500 13.2 800 8.0 1,800 4.2 100 1.4 1,700 4.7 (A} Self-Employed persons work for profit or fees in their own business , profession, trade, or farm . Only the unincorporated self-employed are included in this category. The estimated and projected employment numbers include all workers who are primarily self-employed and wage and salary workers who hold a secondary job as a self-employed worker. (8) Unpaid family workers are those persons who work without pay for 15 or more hours per week on a farm or in a business operated by a member of the household to whom they are related by birth or marriage . (C} Private Household Workers are employed as domestic workers whose primary activities are to maintain the household . Industry employment is based on the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW} program . · Source: California Employment Development Department, March 2009 Benchmark 8. Jobs-Housing Balance A regional balance of jobs to housing helps to ensure that the demand for housing is reasonably related to supply. When the number of jobs significantly exceeds the housing supply, the rental and for-sale housing markets may become overheated, requiring households to pay a larger percentage of their income for housing. In addition, a tight housing market can result in overcrowding and longer commute times as workers seek more affordable housing in outlying areas . The current jobs-housing objective within the SCAG region is one new housing unit for every 1.5 jobs.1 1 SCAG 2008 Regional Comprehensive Plan , Land Use & Housing Chapter 11-8 January 2014 58 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment According to recent Census data, about 723 of employed Moorpark residents worked in Ventura County, and 243 were employed within the Moorpark City limits (Table 11-12). Table 11-12 Job Location for Moorpark Residents Work lace Location Worked in state of residence Worked in county of residence Worked in place of residence Worked outside county of residence Worked outside state of residence Source : Census 2006-2010 ACS , Table S0801 C. Housing Stock Characteristics % 99 .8% 71.7% 24.0% 28 .1% 0.2% This section presents an evaluation of the characteristics of the community's housing stock and helps in identifying and prioritizing needs. The factors evaluated include the number and type of housing units, recent growth trends , age and condition , tenure, vacancy, housing costs, affordability, and assisted affordable units at-risk of loss due to conversion to market-rate. A housing unit is defined as a house , an apartment, a Mobile Home, or a group of rooms, occupied as separate living quarters, or if vacant intended for occupancy as separate living quarters . 1. Housing Type and Growth Trends According to recent Census data, the housing stock in Moorpark was comprised mostly of single-family detached homes, which made up about 863 of all units , while multi- family units comprised about 133 of the total. Mobile Homes comprised approximately 1.33 of the City 's housing stock·. Table 11-13 provides a breakdown of the housing stock by type along with growth trends for the C ity compared to the county as a whole for the period 2000-2012 . Structure T e M oorpar k Single-family Multi-family Mobile homes Total units Ventura County Single-family Multi-family Mobile homes Total units Table 11-13 Housing by Type 2000 2012 Units % Units 7,832 86% 9,275 932 10% 1,362 330 3.6% 143 9,094 100% 10 ,780 187 ,856 75% 213 ,917 51 ,693 21% 57 ,677 12 , 162 5% 11 ,329 251,711 100% 282 ,923 Source : Cal. Dept. of Finance , Tables E-5 & E-8 11-9 Growth % Units % 86% 1,443 86% 13% 430 26% 1.3% -187 -11% 100% 1,686 100% 76% 26,061 83% 20% 5,984 19% 4% -833 -3% 100% 31,212 100% January 2014 59 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Between 2000 and 2012, single-family detached homes represented more than two- thirds of all units built in the City. While detached homes also comprised the majority of new construction in the County during this period, it is noteworthy that over one-quarter of all residential development in the City was comprised of multi-family units. Mobile homes experienced a decrease in both the City and the county during this period (-113 City vs. -33 countywide). 2. Housing Age and Conditions Housing age is often an important indicator of housing condition. Housing units built prior to 1978 before stringent limits on the amount of lead in paint were imposed may have interior or exterior building components coated with lead-based paint. Housing units built before 1970 are the most likely to need rehabilitation and to have lead-based paint in deteriorated condition. Lead-based paint becomes hazardous to children under age six and to pregnant women when it peels off walls or is pulverized by windows and doors opening and closing. Table 11-14 shows the age distribution of the housing stock in Moorpark compared to Ventura County as a whole. Table 11-14 Age of Housing Stock by Tenure I Moorpark Ventura County t Year Built Units % Units % ! Built 2005 or later 313 3% 7,782 3% Built 2000 to 2004 1,322 12% 21,000 8% Built 1990 to 1999 1,714 16% 29,852 11% Built 1980 to 1989 5,108 47% 46 ,776 17% Built 1970 to 1979 1,391 13% 65,050 23% Built 1960 to 1969 420 4% 60,323 22% Built 1950 to 1959 359 3% 28,761 10% Built 1940 to 1949 72 1% 9,179 3% Built 1939 or earlier 159 1% 10,675 4% Total units 10,858 100% 279,398 100% Source: Census 2006-2010 ACS , Table DP-4 This table shows that only 93 of the housing units in Moorpark were constructed prior to 1970. These findings suggest that there may be a lesser need for maintenance and rehabilitation, including remediation of lead-based paint, for the City's housing stock than other areas of the County. The City employs one full-time code compliance technician. Typical issues include property maintenance, illegally parked/inoperative vehicles, overgrown vegetation, and occupancy of non-habitable structures, such as garages and tool sheds. Code compliance activities cover the entire city, however the majority of cases are focused in the central area of Moorpark, where much of the City's older housing stock is located. The Code Compliance Technician also works in conjunction with the Building and Safety Division to enforce the City's building code to ensure that construction is safe and legal, 11-10 January 2014 60 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II . Housing Needs Assessment non-habitable spaces such as garages are not used for occupancy, and smoke detectors are operable. Based on field experience, Code Compliance and Building Department staff estimate that approximately 83 of all housing units in the downtown area (an estimated total of 500 units) are in need of some type of rehabilitation (e.g., roofing, doors/windows, plumbing, electrical) but none are deteriorated to the point of requiring demolition and replacement. All other residential neighborhoods in the City are less than 30 years old and do not have significant needs for major rehabilitation. 3. Vacancy Housing vacancy rates as reported by the Department of Finance for 2012 are shown in Table 11-15. The table shows that vacancy rates in Moorpark were very low compared to most jurisdictions in Ventura County, with just 2.373 of units available for rent or sale. Rental vacancy rates in the 23 range indicate nearly full occupancy, and contribute to upward pressures on rents. 4. Housing Cost Table 11-15 Housing Vacancy Jurisdiction Vacancy Rate Camarillo Fillmore Moorpark Ojai Oxnard Port Hueneme San Buenaventura Santa Paula Simi Valley Thousand Oaks Unincorporated Area County Total 4.66% 5.71% 2.37% 7.99% 5.64% 13 .09% 5.58% 4.59% 2.99 % 3.50% 8.76% 5.25% Source : Cal. Department of Finance Table E-5 , 2012 a. Housing Affordability Criteria State law establishes five income categories for purposes of housing programs based on the area (i.e ., county) median income ("AMI"): extremely-low (303 or less of AMI), very- low (31-503 of AMI), low (51-803 of AMI), moderate (81-1203 of AMI) and above moderate (over 1203 of AMI). Housing affordability is based on the relationship between household income and housing expenses . According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development2, housing is considered "affordable " if the monthly payment is 2 HCD memo of 4/18/07 (http://www.hcd.ca.gov /hpd/hrc /re p/state/inc2k7.pdf) 11-11 January 2014 61 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment no more than 303 of a household's gross income. In some areas (such as Ventura County), these income limits may be increased to adjust for high housing costs. Table 11-16 shows affordable rent levels and estimated affordable purchase prices for housing in Ventura County by income category. Based on state-adopted standards, the maximum affordable monthly rent for extremely-low-income households is $670, while the maximum affordable rent for very-low-income households is $1, 116. The maximum affordable rent for low-income households is $1 ,780, while the maximum for moderate- income households is $2,679. Maximum purchase prices are more difficult to determine due to variations in mortgage interest rates and qualifying procedures, down payments, special tax assessments, homeowner association fees , property insurance rates , etc. With this caveat, the maximum home purchase prices by income category shown in Table 11-16 have been estimated based on typical conditions . Table 11-16 Income Categories and Affordable Housing Costs -Ventura County I 2013 County Median Income= Affordable Price $89,300 Income Limits Affordable Rent (est.) Extremely Low (<30%) $26 ,800 $670 -- Very Low (31-50%) $44 ,650 $1 , 116 -- Low (51-80%) $71,200 $1 ,780 $250,000 Moderate (81-120%) $107 ,150 $2,679 $400 ,000 Above moderate (120%+) $107,150+ $2,679+ $400 ,000+ Assumptions : -Based on a family of 4 -3 0% of gross income for rent or PITI -10% down payment, 4% interest , 1.2 5% taJCes & insuran ce, $200 HOA dues Source : Cal. HCD ; J.H . Douglas & Associates b. · For-Sale Housing Median housing sales price statistics for Ventura County during 2012 (Table 11-17) show that the median price for single-family detached homes was $475,000 while the median condo price was $218,000 . For the County as a whole, median prices were $406 ,000 and $242,000 for single-family and condos, respectively .. 11-12 January 2014 62 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Table 11-17 Ventura County Median Housing Sales Prices -2012 I Single Family Residences Condominiums Jurisdiction ZIP Code SFR Price o/o Change Condos Price o/o Change Countywide 7,234 $406 2.7% 2,469 $242 3.1% Camarillo 93010 417 $420 1.2% 123 $298 4.4% Camarillo 93012 331 $494 4 .9% 276 $268 -2.5% Fillmore 93015 150 $261 -3.4% 12 $153 20 .1% Moorpark 93021 374 $475 -3.4% 76 $218 -3.1% Newbury Park 91320 483 $528 1.5% 119 $320 20.6% Oak Park 91377 156 $635 1.8% 80 $328 -7 .6% Oak View 93022 80 $300 -1 .8% 1 $170 n/a Ojai 93023 255 $445 6.0% 17 $280 3.7% Oxnard 93030 332 $313 -2.8% 79 $240 1.3% Oxnard 93033 389 $246 2 .3% 87 $159 -5.6% Oxnard 93035 336 $406 -3 .2% 210 $320 -3.5% Oxnard 93036 317 $310 3.3% 110 $202 -5.6% Piru 93040 9 $190 -15.6% 0 nla nla Port Hueneme 93041 103 $250 -3 .8% 209 $169 -1 .7% Santa Paula 93060 152 $269 7.7% 44 $114 18 .8% Simi Valley 93063 549 $380 1.3% 147 $215 0.0% Simi Valley 93065 844 $390 2.6% 197 $260 0.0% Som is 93066 26 $775 12.2% 0 n/a n/a Thousand Oaks 91360 455 $461 -0 .9% 88 $235 6.8% Thousand Oaks 91362 367 $690 0.7% 256 $330 6.1% Ventura 93001 251 $377 14 .0% 68 $209 -3.7% Ventura 93003 376 $403 3.2% 178 $182 3.7% Ventura 93004 257 $379 -1 .6% 30 $258 -2 .8% Westlake Village 91361 168 $885 9.3% 213 $459 -2 .0% Based on the estimated affordable purchase prices shown in Table 11-16, only a very small percentage of single-family homes were affordable to lower-income or moderc:ite- income residents. However, the median condo price in.dicates that many low-and moderate-income households may be able to find affordable attached units for sale in Moorpark. c. Rental Housing An internet search 3 of available rental units in large complexes in Moorpark found rents ranging from approximately $1,400 for a 1-bedroom unit to $2,300 per month for a 3- bedroom unit. When market rents are compared to the amounts low-income households can afford to pay (Table 11-16), it is clear that very-low-and extremely-low-income households have a difficult time finding housing without overpaying. The gap between market rent and affordable rent at the very-low-income level is about $700 per month, while the gap at the extremely-low-income level is $1 , 100 per month. However, at the low-income and moderate-income levels, households are much more likely to find affordable rentals. 3 http://www. torrent .com/search-apartments-by-area/CA/ Greater-Los-Angeles/V entura-C ou nty / Moorpark.p hp 11-13 January 2014 63 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment D. Special Needs Certain groups have greater difficulty in finding decent, affordable housing due to special circumstances. Such circumstances may be related to one's employment and income, family characteristics, disability, or other conditions. As a result, some Moorpark residents may experience a higher prevalence of overpayment, overcrowding, or other housing problems. State Housing Element law defines "special needs" groups to include persons with disabilities, the elderly, large households, female-headed households with children, homeless people, and farm workers. This section contains a discussion of the housing needs facing each of these groups. 1. Persons with Disabilities Recent ACS data estimated that approximately 2,609 people in Moorpark, or about 83 of the total population, had some type of disability (see Table 11-18). As may be expected, those aged 65 and over had the highest rate of disabilities. Included within these disabilities are persons whose disability hinders their ability to live independently (1.43 of the working age population and 213 of the senior population). Table 11-18 Persons with Disabilities by Age Disability by Age Persons Percent Total civilian noninstitutionalized population 34 ,466 - With any disability 2,609 7.6% Under Age 5 -total persons 2,281 -- With a hearing difficulty 0 0.0% With a vision difficulty 0 0.0% Aqe 5 to 17 -total persons 7,165 With a hearing difficulty 81 1.1% With a vision difficulty 200 2.8% With a cognitive difficulty 250 3.5% With an ambulator)' difficulty 11 0.2% With a self-care difficulty 38 0.5% Aqe 18 to 64 -total persons 22 ,281 With a hearing difficulty 393 1.8% With a vision difficulty 327 1.5% With a cognit ive difficulty 537 2.4% With an ambulatory difficulty 445 2.0% With a self-care difficulty 129 0.6% With an independent living difficulty 302 1.4% Aqe 65 and over* -total persons 2,739 With a hearing difficulty 291 10.6% With a vision difficulty 112 4.1% With a cognitive difficulty 302 11.0% With an ambulatory difficulty 691 25.2% With a self-care difficulty 409 14.9% With an independent livinq difficulty 574 21 .0% Source : U.S. Census , 2009-2011 ACS Table S1810 Note : Totals may exceed 100% due to multiple disabilities per person 11-14 January 2014 64 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Housing opportunities for persons with disabilities can be expanded through housing assistance programs and providing universal design features such as widened doorways, ramps, lowered countertops, single-level units and ground floor units. During the prior planning period the City amended the Municipal Code to establish procedures to ensure reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities pursuant to California Government Code §65008 and §65583 (SB 520). Persons with Developmental Disabilities As defined by federal law, "developmental disability" means a severe, chronic disability of an individual that: • Is attributable to a mental or physical impairment or combination of mental and physical impairments; • Is manifested before the individual attains age 22; • Is likely to continue indefinitely; • Results in substantial functional limitations in three or more of the following areas of major life activity: a) self-care; b) receptive and expressive language; c) learning; d) mobility; e) self-direction; f) capacity for independent living; or g) economic self-sufficiency; • Reflects the individual's need for a combination and sequence of special, interdisciplinary, or generic services, individualized supports, or other forms of assistance that are of lifelong or extended duration and are individually planned and coordinated. The Census Bureau does not record developmental disabilities. According to the U.S. Administration on Developmental Disabilities, an accepted estimate of the percentage of the population that can be defined as developmentally disabled is 1.5 percent. Many developmentally disabled persons can live and work independently within a conventional housing environment. More severely disabled individuals require a group living environment where supervision is provided. The most severely affected individuals may require an institutional environment where medical attention and physical therapy are provided. Because developmental disabilities exist before adulthood, the first issue in supportive housing for the developmentally disabled is the transition from the person's living situation as a child to an appropriate level of independence as an adult. The State Department of Developmental Services (DDS) currently provides community- based services to approximately 243,000 persons with developmental disabilities and their families through a statewide system of 21 regional centers, four developmental centers, and two community-based facilities. Moorpark is served by the Tri-Counties Regional Center4 (TCRC) which is based in Santa Barbara and operates a field office in Oxnard. As of 2011 the Center served approximately 11,300 clients and had 280 staff persons. TCRC reported that it assisted 238 Moorpark residents in 2013. Any resident who has a developmental disability that originated before age 18 is eligible for services. 4 www.tri-counties.org 11-15 January 2014 65 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Services are offered to people with developmental disabilities based on Individual Program Plans and may include: Adult day programs; advocacy; assessment/ consultation; behavior management programs; diagnosis and evaluation; independent living services; infant development programs; information and referrals; mobility training; prenatal diagnosis; residential care; respite care; physical and occupational therapy; transportation; consumer, family vendor training; and vocational training. TCRC also coordinates the state-mandated Early Start program, which provides services for children under age three who have or are at substantial risk of having a developmental disability. One of the challenges for persons with developmental disabilities is obtaining suitable affordable housing. Many children with developmental disabilities are cared for at home by family members, but as these children move into adulthood their parents or other caregivers may have increasing difficulty providing needed care at home. Suitable supportive housing is in short supply. To address this issue, Program 15 includes a commitment to encourage and facilitate the production of supportive housing for persons with developmental disabilities. 2. Elderly According to recent Census data, there were 1 ,240 households in Moorpark where the householder was 65 or older (Table 11-19). Approximately 123 of both owner and renter householders were in the 65+ age groups . Many elderly persons are dependent on fixed incomes or are disabled. Elderly householders may be physically unable to maintain their homes or cope with living alone. The housing needs of this group can be addressed through smaller units, second units on lots with existing homes, shared living arrange- ments, congregate housing and housing assistance programs. Table 11-19 Elderly Households by Tenure I Owner Renter I Householder Age Households o/o Households o/o . I Under 65 years 7,492 88% 1,680 88% 65 to 7 4 years 581 7% 115 6% 75 to 84 years 377 4% 72 4% 85 years and over 59 1% 36 2% Total Households 8,509 / 100% 1,903 100% Source : U.S. Census 2006-2010 ACS , Table 825007 3. Large Households Household size is an indicator of need for large units . Large households are defined as those with five or more members. Large households are considered a special needs group because they require more space and larger bedroom counts. According to recent Census data (Table 11-20) there were 934 households in Moorpark with a least five persons, representing approximately 73 of the total households in the City. About 83 of owner-occupied households but only 33 of renter-occupied households had 5+ members. This distribution indicates that, while a portion of the City's households need 11-16 January 2014 66 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment large units with four or more bedrooms, this demand is expected to be less than for smaller units. Table 11-20 Household Size by Tenure Owner Renter Householder Age Households % Households 1 person 1,909 20% 1,869 2 persons 3,123 33% 1,357 3 persons 1,400 15% 495 4 persons 2,329 24% 316 5 persons 634 7% 101 6 persons 135 1% 38 7 persons or more 26 0% 0 Total Households 9,556 I 100% 4,176 Source : U.S. Census 2006-2010 ACS , Table 825009 4. Female-Headed Households % : 45% 32% 12% 8% 2% 1% 0% 100% Female-headed households are a special needs group due to comparatively low rates of homeownership, lower incomes and higher poverty rates experienced by this group. According to recent Census estimates (Table 11-21) there were approximately 848 female- headed households in Moorpark. Of the total female-headed households in the City, 443 were renter-occupied and 563 were owner-occupied. About 63 of owner households and 193 of renter households had female householders. I Table 11-21 Household Type by Tenure Owner · Household Tvpe Households % Married couple family · 6,165 72% Male householder, no wife present 395 5% Female householder , no husband present 477 6% Non-family households 1,472 17% Total Households 8,509 100% Source: U.S. Census 2006-2010 ACS, Table 811012 5. Farm Workers Renter I Households % .I 861 45% 59 3% 371 19% 612 32% 1,903 100% Unlike most areas of the Southern California metropolitan area, agriculture is still a significant component of the economy in Ventura County, with a total value of over $1.8 billion in 201 JS. There is strong public sentiment for retaining agricultural production, as reflected in the SOAR (Save Open-space and Agricultural Resources) initiatives that have been approved by voters. Figure 11-2 illustrates the wide variety of crops produced in the county. s Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner, 2011 Crop Report 11-17 January 2014 67 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment VENTURA COUNTY Agriculture Summer, 2004 Figure 11-2 Agricultural Production Areas -Ventura County · ,. Santa Paula Ridge Mountains According to the Ventura County Workforce Investment Board, over the past two decades the number of farm workers continued to increase -there were 5,000 more agricultural jobs in Ventura County in 2003 than there were in 1983. This represents more than 303 growth in an industry that is stagnant in the value of its output. As a result, while agriculture has become a less significant component of the county's economy, its . relative importance as a source of jobs has slipped only a little. In spite of the increase in agriculture sector jobs, wages have shown no tendency to increase. Quite the opposite has occurred, in fact. The real, inflation-adjusted agricultural worker's average salary has fallen in 2000 dollars from $20,503 in 1983 to only $19, 729 in 2003. This is counter to the national trend where real agricultural wages grew by 153 between 1993 and 2002. Official employment data suggests there are over 20 ,000 agricultural workers in Ventura County. Agricultural Commissioner Earl McPhail estimates that 17,000 to 24,000 immigrant workers come to the county each year at peak growing seasons. Other estimates of the Ventura County farm population come from the Migrant Health Program, housed in the federal Bureau of Primary Health Care, Health Resources and Services Administration6. In their most recent study [2000), MHP researchers estimated the number of farm workers in sev e ral categories: total number of farm workers, the number of seasonal farm workers, 6 Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Enumeration Profiles Study: California," Alice C. Larsen , Ph.D ., Migrant Health Program, Bureau of Primary Health Care , Health Resources and Services Administration . September 2000 . 11-18 January 2014 68 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment and the number of migrant farm workers (those who establish temporary residences in connection with their work), as well as the total number of people living in farm worker households (Table 11-22). Table 11-22 Ventura County Farm Workers -2000 ' Farmer Workers + Migrant Farm Seasonal Other Household Farm Workers Workers Workers Members Totals 35, 181 16,289 18,892 62 ,605 Source : Bureau of Primary Health Care , Health Resources and Seivices Administration, 2000 As part of its technical assistance to member jurisdictions for the 2013 Housing Element Cycle, the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) compiled a variety of demographic and employment statistics 7 that included information related to farm workers. According to SCAG's sources, about 14,500 persons in Ventura County are employed in agricultural occupations. Of these, 183 reported Moorpark as their place of residence (1.3% of the County total), and 250 worked in Moorpark (1.7% of the County total) (Table 11-23). A variety of factors could explain the difference between Census data and the Bureau of Primary Health Care estimates, including the difference between job location and residence location, the undocumented status of some workers, or their living arrangements . Table 11-23 Agricultural Employment- Moorpark vs. Ventura County Farm Workers Total farm workers in Ventura County1 Farm workers who live in Moorpark 1 Farm workers who work in Moorpark2 Sources: 1. SCAG based on 2005-2009 ACS Workers 14,487 183 250 2. SCAG based on 2006-2008 Census Transportation Planning Package % of County Total 100% 1.3% 1.7% Since the majority of farm laborers in Ventura County are permanent non-migrant and seasonal laborers, the housing needs of farmworkers are primarily addressed through the provision of permanent affordable housing, such as apartments, lower-cost single-family homes, and mobile homes. In compliance with the Employee Housing Act (Health and Safety Code § 17021 .5 and § 17021.6), the City amended the Municipal Code to allow farmworker housing for up to 12 units or 36 persons by-right (i.e ., without a CUP or other discretionary approval) in zones allowing agricultural uses. The City has also approved non-profit affordable housing developments that respond to the needs of permanent and seasonal farmworkers. 1 http://rtpscs.scag.ca.gov/Pages/Housing-Elements-2012.aspx 11 -19 January 2014 69 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment 6. Student Population The City is home to Moorpark Community College with an enrollment of approximately 15,000 students. Moorpark is also located near several regional colleges, including California State University Channel Islands (Camarillo), and California Lutheran University (Thousand Oaks). Students have special housing needs due to limited income and financial resources. Many students attending part-time in community colleges work full-time jobs, while full time students often work less. In either case, students often earn low income, pay more than half their income for housing, and thus may double up to save income. According to recent Census estimatess, 2,7 67 Moorpark residents were enrolled in college. The type of housing need depends on the nature of the enrollment. Currently, about 673 of the students are part-time9, and many work full-time or part-time within their respective communities . As is the case with most community colleges, no housing is provided by the college. Because the vast majority of students commute from other communities where they work or live , the need for housing is not considered significant. Moorpark College does, however, assist students in finding appropriate housing in the community. 7. Homeless Persons Homelessness is a continuing national problem that persists within local cities and communities including Ventura County. During the past two decades, an increasing number of single persons have remained homeless year after year and have become the most visible of all homeless persons . Other persons (particularly families) have experienced shorter periods of homelessness. However, they are often replaced by other families and individuals in a seemingly endless cycle of homelessness . The homeless count conducted by the Ventura County Homeless and Housing Coalition (VCHHC) in January 2012 reported 5 homeless persons in Moorpark, which represents about 0.3% of the county total (Table 11-24). The most recent survey by VCHHC identified a number of sub-populations of the homeless , as shown in Table 11-25. These include families that might be displaced through evictions, women and children displaced through abusive family life , persons with substance abuse problems, or persons suffering from mental illness . 8 2007 -2011 ACS Table DP-2 9 http://www.moorparkcollege.edu/co llege_info rm a ti on/about/index.shtml 11 -20 January 2014 70 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment Table 11-24 Ventura County Homeless Count: 2012 %of Jurisdiction Number Total Camarillo 30 1.5% Fillmore 16 0.8% Moorpark 5 0.3% Ojai 41 2.1% Oxnard 522 27.0% Port Hueneme 12 0.6% Santa Paula 60 3.1% Simi Valley 284 14.7% Thousand Oaks 90 4.6% Ventura 701 36 .2% Unincorporated County 175 9.0% Total 1,936 100% Source : County of Ventura 2012 Homeless Count http ://www . vchhc.ora/images/PDFs/2012 Ventura HomelessCount Reoort.odf Table 11-25 Ventura County Homeless Sub-Populations: 2012 Sub-Po ulation Chronic Homeless Persons Men Persons with a Developmental Disability Persons with a Physical Disability Persons with HIV/AIDS Persons with Mental Illness Substance Abusers Veterans Victims of Domestic Violence Women Youth A es 18 -24 Source: 2012 Ventura County Homeless Survey http ://www.vchhc .orqflmages/PDFs/2012 VenturaSurvey .odf % ofTotal 56% 75% 20% 42% 4% 28% 26% 13% 22% 25% 7% Although there are myriad causes of homelessness, according to Ventura County information from 2007, among the most common causes are the following: • Substance Abuse and Alcohol The incidence of alcohol and other drug abuse within the homeless population is estimated to be three times higher than the general population (303 vs. 103). This estimate is closely aligned with national survey statistics. The Ventura County Housing and Homeless Coalition identifies a need in Ventura County for treatment facilities with housing and clinical staff. They also recommend that a treatment facility be established within the county for youth with drug and alcohol addiction. The State of California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs licenses residential facilities and/or certified alcohol and drug programs in Ventura County. There are eleven residential facilities and two residential detoxification 11-21 January 2014 71 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment facilities in the county. None are located in Moorpark. Facilities available for substance abusers (including homeless substance abusers) are coordinated through the County's Alcohol and Drug Program. • Domestic Violence The Ventura County Housing and Homeless Coalition has identified a need for additional shelters for battered women and runaway youth. These individuals also require counseling and assistance to become self-sufficient or return to their families. Victims of household violence can become homeless as a result of escaping abusive living environments. They also suffer physical and psycho- logical trauma as a result of the abuse . Many of these persons (almost exclusively women) are ill-equipped to fend for themselves and their children. Without access to affordable housing, reliable transportation and supportive counseling, they are at a greater disadvantage and create special homeless needs . Common issues faced by battered women are lack of jobs, lack of child care, lack of suitable housing, under-employment, codependent substance abuse, and a need for marketable skills. • Mental Illness According to the Turning Point Foundation, persons who are homeless and mentally ill have special needs and are not being served well in traditional homeless shelters. Many are at risk in the community, frequently being victimized and often suffering from physical and mental illnesses due to lack of proper nourishment and shelter. Many of the homeless mentally ill do not avail themselves of services or cannot be served by traditional services due to their untreated psychiatric symptoms, active substance abuse, or histories of abusive behavior. The incidence of homelessness for the chronically mentally ill is expected to increase in Ventura County due to a shortage of affordable housing and the closing of single occupancy hotels and residential care facilities. National surveys indicate the mentally ill comprise approximately 203 of the homeless population (plus a portion of the 213 of the homeless who are both mentally ill and are suffering from drug and/or alcohol abuse). Local service providers estimate that 333 of the homeless are also mentally ill. Moorpark, as part of the Ventura County service area, receives assistance with the homeless mentally ill from the Ventura County Behavioral Health Department. Needs of the Homeless Population While there are no emergency homeless shelters in Moorpark, several homeless shelters and service providers operate in adjacent communities . These include the Conejo Winter Shelter in Thousand Oaks, which is operated by Lutheran Social Services , the winter shelter run by PADS in Simi Valley, and the Samaritan Center in Simi Valley, wh ich operates a drop-in center and supportive services. As a member of the Ventura County Council of Government 's Standing Committee on Homelessness, the City is engaged in addressing homelessness and the needs of the homeless throughout the region . Locally, the City funds Catholic Charities , which 11 -22 January 2014 72 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment provides eviction prevention services that help very-low-income individuals and families that are at risk of becoming homeless . In addition, the agency provides a variety of services such as food , clothing and referrals t o those persons who are homeless. Local service providers also provide eviction prevention services and landlord/tenant counseling to lower-income Moorpark residents. E. Assisted Housing at Risk of Conversion This section identifies residential projects in the city that are under an affordability restriction , and identifies those that are at risk of losing their low-income affordability restrictions within the ten-year period 2013-2023 . This information is used in establishing quantified objectives for units that can be conserved during this planning period . The inventory of assisted units includes un its that have been assisted under any federal Department of Hous ing and Urban Development [HUD), state, local and/or other program . Table 11-26 provides a lis t of developments within the City of Moorpark that currently participate in a federal , state or local program that provided some fo rm of assistance, either through financial subsidy o r a control measure . As seen in the table, none of the units have covenants due to expire p rior to 2023 . Data compiled by SCAG and the California Housing Partnersh ip co nfi rm that there are no at-risk units in Moorpark. Table 11-26 Assisted Housing Developments Assisted Covenants Project Units Program Expire Tafoya Terrace 30 Public housing complex operated by the Ventura County Area Housing Authority , Permanent provides affordable rental hous ing for lower-income seniors . Waterstone 62 6 extremely-low income , 23 very-low income , 21 low-income , and 12 moderate-income Permanent rental apartment un its within a 312 -unit apartment complex as part of D.evelopment Agreement with City . Villa Del Arroyo 48 48 spaces within Mobile Home park are reserved for lower-income households . Villa 2030 Del Arroyo Mobile Home Estates was purchased through issuance of Mortgage Revenue Bonds , which require 20 % of the units to be affordable . Villa Campesina 62 31 very-low income and 31 low-income for-sale detached units in 62-home "sweat-n/a equity" developmen t. 12 homes still carrying 2nd Mortgages that restrict income of owners . Vintage Crest 190 190-unit senior apartment project with 48 un its reserved for very-low income senior Permanent households , and 142 units reserved for low-income senior households built with an affordable housing bond program Mountain View 15 4 very-low and 11 low income for-sale detached units in a 59-unit housing 2033 developmen t. Moonsong 6 2 very-low and 4 low-i ncome for-sale detached units in a 25-unit housing development. Permanent TR Partners 1 1 low-income fo r-sale detached unit in 8-home development. Permanent Canterbury Lane 7 7 low-income attached single-family units Permanent Waverly Place 25 25 low-income attached condominium units in 102-unit attached condominium Permanent development. 11 -23 January 2014 73 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element II. Housing Needs Assessment F. Future Growth Needs 1. Overview of the Regional Housing Needs Assessment The Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) is a key tool for local governments to plan for anticipated growth. The RHNA quantifies the anticipated need for housing within each jurisdiction for the period from January 2014 to October 2021. Communities then determine how they will address this need through the process of updating the Housing Elements of their General Plans. The current RHNA was adopted by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) in October 2012. The future need for housing is determined primarily by the forecasted growth in households in a community. Each new household , created by a child moving out of a parent's home, by a family moving to a community for employment, and so forth , creates the need for a housing unit. The housing need for new households is then adjusted to maintain a desirable level of vacancy to promote housing choice and mobility. An adjustment is also made to account for units expected to be lost due to demolition, natural disaster, or conversion to non-housing uses. The sum of these factors -household growth, vacancy need, and replacement need -determines the construction need for a community. Total housing need is then distributed among four income categories 10 on the basis of the County 's income distribution, with adjustments to avoid an over-concentration of lower-income households in any community. 2. 2014-2021 Moorpark Growth Needs The total housing growth need for the C ity of Moorpark during the 2014-2021 planning period is 1, 164 units. This total is distributed by income category as shown in Table 11-27 . ·Table 11-27 Regional Housing Growth Needs -Moorpark Extremely Low* Verv Low Low Moderate Above Moderate Total I 145 144 19.7 216 462 1,164 12.4% 12.4% 16 .9% 18 .6% 39.7% 100% Source: SCAG 2012 *Assumed to be 50 % of the VL RHNA need per AB 2634 A discussion of the City's capacity to accommodate this growth need is provided in the land inventory section of Chapter Ill . 10 The RHNA does not identify extremely-low-inc o me needs separately. In accordance with Government Code §65583 .a . l , the extremely-low-income need is assu m ed to be 503 o f the very-low c ategory. 11-24 January 2014 74 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Ill. Resources and Opportunities Ill. RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES A. Land Resources Section 65583(a) (3) of the Government Code requires Housing Elements to contain an "inventory of land suitable for residential development, including vacant sites and sites having potential for redevelopment, and an analysis of the relationship of zoning and public facilities and services to these sites." A detailed analysis of approved projects, pending applications, vacant land and potential redevelopment opportunities is provided in Appendix B. The results of this analysis are summarized in Table 111-1. The table shows that the city's land inventory, including approved projects, pending applications and the potential development of vacant and underutilized parcels, exceeds the RHNA allocation for all income categories Table 111-1 Land Inventory Summary I Income Category Site Cateaory Lower Mod Above Total Approved projects (Table B-1) 112 196 776 1,084 Pending projects (Table B-1) 312 48 834 1,194 Potential second units 8 8 Vacant land -residential (Table B-3) 521 52 573 Subtotal 945 244 1,662 2,851 RHNA (2014-2021) 486 216 462 1,164 Adeguate capacity I Yes Yes Yes Yes Source : City of Moorpark Community Development Dept., 2013 A discussion of public facilities and infrastructure needed to serve future development is contained in Section IV.B, Non -Governmental Constraints . There are currently no known service limitations that would preclude the level of development described in the RHNA although developers will be required to pay fees or construct public improvements prior to or concurrent with development. B. Financial and Administrative Resources 1. State and Federal Resources Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Federal funding for housing programs is available through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Since the City is not an entitlement jurisdiction, Moorpark receives its CDBG allocation through the County of Ventura rather than directly from HUD . The CDBG program is very flexible in that the funds can be used for a wide range of activities. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to, acquisition and/or disposition of real estate or property, public facilities and improvements, relocation, rehabilitation and construction (under certain limitations) of housing, homeownership assistance, and clearance activities. The County is the final decision-making body regarding annual CDBG applications and 111-1 January 2014 75 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Ill. Resources and Opportunities the City plays an advisory role in recommending which applications to fund. In past CDBG cycles, Moorpark received approximately $192,000 annually in CDBG funds, 153 of which was allocated to public service projects and the remainder allocated toward public improvement projects. Under the CDBG agreement, the County ensures that an amount within 53 of the City's annual allocation is used for any applications received relevant to Moorpark. In the past, the City's public service allocation has typically been used to fund social service organizations located within the City. The public improvement allocation has been used to fund architectural services for the Ruben Castro Human Services Center, a 25,000-sq.ft. "under one roof" concept that will house various social service agencies at one location. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program was created by the Tax Reform Act of 1986 to provide an alternate method of funding low-and moderate-income housing. Each state receives a tax credit allocation, based upon population, toward funding housing that meets program guidelines. The tax credits are then used to leverage private capital for new construction or acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable housing. Limitations on projects funded under the Tax Credit programs include minimum requirements that a certain percentage of units remain rent-restricted, based upon median income. One tax credit project has been built in Moorpark to date--the Area Housing Authority's Charles Street Terrace, which was completed in 2012. Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC) This program provides a federal tax credit for income-qualified homebuyers equivalent to 153 of the annual mortgage interest. Generally, the tax savings are calculated as income to help buyers qualify to purchase a home. Using an MCC, first-time buyers can save $700 to $2,500 a year on their annual federal income tax · bill. The City has participated in the program since 1997. There have been no MCC's issued during this planning period. This is presumably due to the fact that in order to purchase a home in Moorpark, a prospective purchaser 's income has to be higher than the income limits allowed by the MCC program. The current goal is to assist 3 households over a 3-year period .11 There may be MCC's issued during the current planning period due to the downturn in the housing market. Section 8 Rental Assistance The City maintains membership in the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura, which administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program. The Housing Assistance Payments Program assists elderly and disabled households by paying the difference between 303 of an eligible household's income and the actual cost of renting a unit. The Housing Authority also operates Tafoya Terrace, a 30-unit affordable senior apartment project in Moorpark and Charles Street Terrace, a 20-unit affordable large family apartment project adjacent to Tafoya Terrace. 11 Ventura County 2005 Consolidated Plan , page 97 111-2 January 2014 76 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Ill. Resources and Opportunities While these two apartment developments are available to tenants who receive Section 8 certificates, they are not restricted to only Section 8 tenants . 2. Local Resources Moorpark Redevelopment Agency The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark (Redevelopment Agency) has been dissolved by AB xl 26. The City of Moorpark (City) has elected to become the Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark (Successor Agency) and is tasked with winding down the activities of the former Redevelopment Agency. The City has also elected to assume the housing activities of the former Redevelopment Agency. The Successor Agency has successfully transferred the housing assets to the City with approval from the Oversight Board to the Successor Agency and the Department of Finance (DOF). The City plans to develop the vacant parcels during this planning cycle and use the land proceeds to continue its affordable housing land banking program. The Successor Agency has completed the Long Range Property Management Plan and has submitted it to the DOF for approval. In-Lieu Fees and the Housing Trust Fund Since 1997, the City has collected or has agreements in place for the collection of in-lieu fees from developers for the purposes of providing affordable housing pursuant to defined development agreements . The In-Lieu Fees are project-specific and vary based on the terms of the Development Agreement. Annual increases in the fees are tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The revenue collected from developers is placed in the Housing Trust Fund , which is used for the provision and/or maintenance of affordable housing in Moorpark. At the current rates for all approved Development Agreements, the City can .expect a to_tal of about $1.9 million of in-lieu fees, contingent upon buildout of marketrate units. The trust fund is currently at about $3 .6 million. · 3. Local Non-Profit Agencies First 5 Moorpark/Simi Valley Neighborhood For Learning (Moorpark Family Resource Center) The center provides services to families with children aged 0-5. Services provided include family education training on parenting issues; Information, guidance & referrals for children with special needs; Resources for childcare and childcare providers; Medical/dental/vision/nutrition screenings and workshops; Health Services including: Healthy Families/Medical application assistance; Enrichment for children: Family & Me Art & Music , story times; information & referrals to outside agencies; Book/video lending library; and Adult ESL & literacy classes 111-3 January 2014 77 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Ill. Resources and Opportunities Catholic Charities and Moorpark Community Service Center Catholic Charities is a non-profit organization that provides various social services such as eviction prevention assistance, utility payments, and emergency rental payments. They also run the Moorpark Food Pantry, which collects various donations of perishable and non-perishable food items, clothes, and personal hygiene items to be distributed to the neediest families in the community. Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) The Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) is an active affordable housing developer in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. CEDC also has construction, property management, homeownership, counseling, and community building divisions. CEDC was involved in developing two projects in Moorpark: the 62-unit Villa Campesina project and the 59-unit Mountain View project. Mercy Charities Housing California (MCHC) Mercy Charities is a statewide non-profit housing development corporation whose mission is to support and strengthen communities through the provision of quality, affordable, services-enriched housing fo·r lower income individuals and families. MCHC has been active in nearby Oxnard, and has completed construction of three affordable housing projects. There are currently no active projects in Moorpark. Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian organization dedicated to building affordable housing and rehabilitating damaged homes for lower income families. Habitat builds and repairs homes for families with the help of volunteers and homeowner/partner families. Habitat homes are sold to partner families at no profit with affordable, no-interest loans. Volunteers, churches, businesses, and other groups provide most of the labor for the homes.. Land for new homes is usually donated by government agencies or individuals. There are currently no active projects in Moorpark. Many Mansions, Inc. Many Mansions is a non-profit housing and community development organization founded in 1979 to promote and provide safe, well-managed housing to limited income residents of the Conejo Valley and surrounding communities in Ventura County. Many Mansions develops, owns, and self-manages special needs and permanent affordable housing. The organization also provides resident services, housing counseling, a food bank and homeownership counseling. There are currently no active projects in Moorpark. Peoples' Self-Help Housing Corporation (PSHHC) PSHHC is a housing and community development corporation serving San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties. PSHHC provides design, implementation, technical assistance, and property management of low-income 111-4 January 2014 78 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Ill. Resources and Opportunities homeownership and rental housing. PSHHC is known to have produced attractive single-family homes at affordable prices in Santa Barbara. PSHHC partnered with Cabrillo and developed the Villa Campesina project consisting of 62 homes in Moorpark. C. Energy Conservation Opportunities State law requires all new construction to comply with "energy budget" standards that establish maximum allowable energy use from depletable sources (Title 24 of the California Administrative Code). These requirements apply to such design components as structural insulation, air infiltration and leakage control, setback features on thermostats, water heating system insulation (tanks and pipes) and swimming pool covers if a pool is equipped with a fossil fuel or electric heater. State law also requires that a tentative tract map provide for future passive or natural heating or cooling opportunities in the subdivision, including designing the lot sizes and configurations to permit orienting structures to take advantage of a southern exposure, shade or prevailing breezes. The 2013 California Green Building Standards Code became effective January l, 2014, and the City will adopt updates as they become available. Consistent with Assembly Bill 1881, in January of 2010, the City adopted by reference, the model water efficient landscape ordinance of the State of California, as contained in the California Code of Regulations Title 23. Waters, Division 2. Department of Water Resources, Chapter 2.7. Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, Sections 490 through 494, as the water efficient landscape ordinance of the city of Moorpark. The Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, (WELO) has been updated to establish a structure for designing, installing, maintaining and managing water efficient landscapes in new and rehabilitated projects. The ordinance reduces water use to the lowest practical amount .and sets an upper limit that shall not be exceeded. It also establishes provisions for water management practices and water waste prevention for established lqndscapes. The ordinance intends to promote the values and benefits of landscapes while recognizing the need to use water and other resources efficiently. In 2004, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2004-2169 establishing Design Standards for Solar Energy Systems to ensure that solar energy systems are integrated into the buildings they serve without detracting from the visual character. This Resolution allows issuance of ministerial permits, by-right for the installation of solar panels on residential structures. Southern California Edison (SCE) and the Southern California Gas Company offer energy conservation programs to residents of Moorpark, including audits of home energy use to reduce electricity consumption, refrigerator rebates, appliance repair and weatheriza- tion assistance to qualified low-income households, buyer's guides for appliances and incentives (by the Gas Company) to switch from electric to gas appliances. Direct assistance to low-income households is provided by the Gas Company through the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program and by SCE through its Energy Management Assistance Program. 111-5 January 2014 79 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Ill . Resources and Opportunities Both companies have programs to encourage energy conservation in new construction. SCE's energy rebate program applies to residential developers as well as individual customers. SCE also offers an Energy STAR new home program, and Sustainable Communities Program offering design assistance and financial incentives for sustainable housing development projects. The Gas Company's Energy Advanced Home Program is offered to residential developers who install energy-efficient gas appliances that exceed California energy standards by at least 153. 111-6 January 2014 80 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints IV. CONSTRAINTS A. Governmental Constraints 1. Land Use Plans and Regulations a. General Plan Each city and county in California must prepare a comprehensive, long-term General Plan to guide its future. The land use element of the General Plan establishes the basic land uses and density of development within the various areas of the city. Under state law, the General Plan elements must be internally consistent and the City's zoning must be consistent with the General Plan. Thus, the land use plan must provide suitable locations and densities to implement the policies of the Housing Element. Table IV-1 Residential land Use Categories General Plan Land I Use Category Zoning Designation Purposes of Zone and Permitted Residential Type(s) Open Space and Open Space (0-S) Single-family detached home within a large open space area Agricultural Agricultural Exclusive (A-E) Single-family detached home within a large agricultural area Rural Residential Rural-Agricultural (R-A) Single-family detached home on larger lots designed to maintain a rural setting Rural Exclusive (R-E) Single-family homes on smaller lots designed to maintain a rural setting Single-Family Estate (R-0) Single-family homes or cluster developments in a rural setting Urban Residential Single-Family Res. (R-1) Attached/detached single-family homes in a subdivision setting Two-Family Res . (R-2) Single family detached units , two units, or one duplex per lot Residential Planned Development Attached and detached single-family and multi-family units (RPD) Residential Planned Development-Attached single-and multi-family units , 20 units/acre minimum 20 units/acre (RPD-20) Sources : Land Use Element, 1992 ; Moorpark Zoning Code , 2013 The Land Use Element of Moorpark's General Plan sets forth policies for guiding local development. These policies, together with zoning regulations, establish the location and type of residential development that may occur. A comprehensive update to the Land Use Element was adopted in 1992 , and several significant amendments have been adopted since that time. These include conversion of about 2,071 acres of rural residential designated land to higher residential densities and open space; including the Country Club Estates, Meridian Hills, Pacific Communities, Birdsall and Essex residential developments. There have been adoptions or substantial amendments of three Specific Plans (Carlsberg, Downtown and Moorpark Highlands) and the approval of a voter- initiated City Urban Restriction Boundary (CURB). Table IV-1 details the major General Plan and zoning land use categories and types of homes permitted. The Zoning Code allows for a range of residential uses in different settings . The Code was amended in 2013 to establish a new RPD-20 zoning district allowing attached housing by-right at a minimum density of 20 units/acre. IV-1 January 2014 81 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints Development Standard Zone Building Standards Density Maximum dwelling units per gross acre Min . Unit Size . _.M§~:_~~ig~-----·······-··-·····-··-· Lot Standards Net lot area (in square feet unless noted Lot Coverage maximum(%) Lot Width (in feet) Lot De th in feet Building Setbacks Front yard setback Side yard setback (interior) Rear ard setback Park Standard Local Standard Parking Standards Single Family Multi-Family Units Mobile Homes Second Units Senior housin a e 55+ Table IV-2 Residential Development Standards General Plan Land Use Cateaorv .I Agricultural Rural Residential Urban Residential i i R-P-D*, SP, 0-S AE R-A R-0 j R-E R-1 R-2 TPD 1 du/10 1 du/40 1.0 2.0 4.0 7.0 15.0 No acres acres maximum!1l n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 35 ' 35 ' 35 ' 35 ' 35 ' 35 ' 35 ' 35 ' ----·-······-···-····-·---------··· ·······-·· --········-····-·--··-··--·-··-···-···--···-···--···-···-.......... ·--·-······-···-········ ................ --·----···-·· 10 acres 40 acres 1 acre 20 ,000 10,000 6,225 6,500 By permit 20 10 35 35 35 50 50 By permit 110 110 100 80 80 60 60 By permit 150 150 100 100 100 100 100 B ermit 20 ' 20 ' 20 ' 20 ' 20 ' 20 ' 20 ' 20 ' 10' 10' 5' 5' 5' 5' 5' 10' 15 ' 15' 15' 15 ' 15 ' 15' 15' 0 5 acres/ er 1,000 eo le or 120% of a raised value of usable arkland 2 spaces in a garage for units :52 ,800 sf and 3 spaces in a garage for units >2 ,800 sf 1 space per unit covered in a garage or carport for each studio unit ; and 1.75 spaces per unit with 1 covered in a garage for each unit with 1 bedroom 2 spaces per unit with 1 covered in a garage or carport for each unit with 2 or more bedrooms , plus % space per unit for visitors 2 tandem spaces covered in a garage or carport per unit + Y. space/unit for visitors 1 space per 1-bedroom unit and 2 spaces per 2-bedroom unit 0.5 s aces er unit with 0.25 s aces in a ara e or car ort Source: City of Moorpark Zoning Code (current through October 2013) *RPO permit required for any development that creates five or more separate residential lots in the R-A , R-E , R-0 , R-1 , and R-2 zones. 1. Density Bonuses can be approved up to .100% with a City Council Approved Density Bonus and Development Agreemen t n/a: Residential development standard not specified in the Zoning Code Note : Residential development is also permitted within the Planned Community (P-C) zone on minimum 100-acre site. As with R-P-D, SP and TPD zones , development standards are "by permiU b. Zoning The type, location, density, and scale of residential development is regulated primarily through the Zoning Code. Zoning regulations are designed to protect and promote the health, safety, and general welfare of residents, as well as implement the policies of the General Plan . The Zoning Code also serves to preserve the character and integrity of existing neighborhoods. Table IV-2 summarizes pertinent development standards for the non-Specific Plan areas of Moorpark. These standards allow maximum densities to be achieved and do not add significantly to development costs . c. Specific Plan Areas Moorpark has four Specific Plans areas: Carlsberg, Hitch Ranch, Moorpark Highlands, and the Downtown Specific Plan. These Specific Plans have been designated to compre- IV-2 January 2014 82 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints hensively address a variety of unique land uses (e.g. topography, viewshed, and circulation) and provide focused planning and development standards tailored to the unique characteristics or purpose of a particular area. Carlsberg Specific Plan The Carlsberg Specific Plan was adopted by the City Council in 1994. This specific plan area encompasses a total of 488.4 acres of land, of which 220.4 acres are designated open space. There are a total of 155.0 acres dedicated to single-family detached residential development ranging in densities between 3.0 units an acre up to 5 units per gross acre. There are 73.0 acres designated for Sub-regional Retail I Commercial I Business Park uses and 7.0 acres of Institutionally designated land. There is also a 9.0 acre nature preserve, a 6.5 acre public park and 17.5 acres of land dedicated for roadway, access purposes . The residential component of this Specific Plan is completely built out. Hitch Ranch Specific Plan The Hitch Ranch Specific Plan, in the northwest quadrant of the City, consists of 285.10 acres, of which over half of the acreage is proposed for 755 residential units. The project contains two single-family residential development areas, with lots ranging from 4,000 to 7,000 square feet. The Specific Plan includes a multi-family housing component consisting of a high-density residential area of 32.78 acres with 295 housing units . This project entered into the planning and environmental stage as of 2000. The site planning and project description has been finalized for application processing purposes and the Draft EIR is being completed for circulation and consideration . In 2013, a 23.44-acre portion of this property was rezoned to RPD-20- U. Moorpark Highlands Specific Plan The Moorpark Highlands Specific Plan, located in the northern part of the city, consists of approximately 445 acres. Of the total acreage, 403 is designated for . residential use at densities ranging from 1.3 to 12.0 units/acre. According to the Specific Plan, approximately 685 single-and multi-family homes will be built in this Specific Plan area. The Specific Plan has been approved by the City Council and development implementation is underway. Twenty-eight low-income affordable units have been provided in this development. All 28 affordable units are currently occupied, and 7 more are under construction . Downtown Specific Plan The Downtown Specific Plan contains High Street, Old Town, several residential neighborhoods, and the downtown commercial area. Within this area, residential zones permit up to 6 dwelling units per acre, while the Residential Planned Development zone permits up to 28 units per acre under land consolidation criteria, when in conjunction with the City's density bonus provisions. Housing development that has occurred in the Downtown Specific Plan in recent years has consisted of infill housing projects, including single-family, duplexes, and one senior housing JV-3 January 2014 83 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints project. The senior project, known as Tafoya Terrace, is operated by the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura. There are 30 units restricted to very-low- and extremely-low-income seniors. Within this Specific Plan area, the Area Housing Authority also built Charles Street Terrace, with 20 apartment units restricted to low- and very-low-income residents. d. Provisions for a Variety of Housing Types Housing Element law specifies that jurisdictions must identify adequate sites with appropriate zoning and development standards to encourage the development of housing for all economic segments of the population. Housing types include single-family and multi-family housing opportunities, factory-built housing, Mobile Homes, as well as housing for persons with special needs such as emergency shelters, transitional housing, andfarmlaborhou~ng. Moorpark's Zoning Code permits a wide variety of housing types, as discussed below and summarized in Table IV-3. Zone clearance and administrative permits require only the approval of the Director of Community Development. A conditional use permit requires a public hearing and clearance by the Planning Commission. RPO (Residential Planned Development) clearance requires Planning Commission approval. Each of these permit procedures is described in Subsection 4, "Development Permit Procedures." Multi-Family Housing Moorpark's Zoning Code provides for multi-family housing in the R-2 and Residential Planned Development (R-P-D) zones, which allow densities up to 30 dwelling units per acre (assuming a density bonus and additional incentives). In addition, the Downtown Specific Plan allows multi-family housing up to 20 units/acre, excluding density bonus, which can only be achieved for a low /very-low or senior housing project. The provision of multi-family housing . in these . zones facilitates the production of lower-income housing. In 2004, the state legislature passed Assembly Bill 2348, which established 20 units/acre as the "default density" that is assumed to be suitable for lower-income housing in smaller suburban jurisdictions such as Moorpark. Multi-family densities of at least 20 units/acre can be achieved in the R-2 and RPD zones as well as within specific plans. Municipal Code Chapter 17.36.030 contains development standards for properties within the Residential Planned Development (R-P-D) zone (see Table IV-2). These minimum standards may be modified by up to 203 when the developer agrees to include affordable units in the project. The framework provided by the General Plan and Zoning Code creates a high degree of flexibility for developers, which also allows the City to provide significant incentives to encourage the provision of affordable housing. As noted in Appendix B, this approach has been very successful in generating low-and moderate-income housing in previous planning periods. Without the "leverage" created by this regulatory flexibility , it is unlikely that affordable housing production would have been as successful . IV-4 January 2014 84 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Table IV-3 Housing Types Permitted by Zone Single-family AP Duplexes/Tri/Quad Multi-family Mobile Home Parks Second Units ZC Group Hous ing Boarding house CUP (AE only) Transitional/Supportive Housing* Residential Care Facilities (6 or less) Farm Labor Housin Source : City of Moorpark Zoning Code , current through October 2013. AP CUP zc CUP AP CUP zc CUP AP CUP zc CUP zc AP CUP zc CUP zc IV. Constraints AP AP AP** CUP CUP zc AP AP PDP*** CUP zc CUP zc Notes : *Transitional & supportive housing is permitted within all residential zones subject to the same standards and procedures as apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone ** Less than 5 units ***Administrative Permit for projects with 4 or fewer units ZC= zoning clearance ; CUP=conditional use permit; AP=administrative permit; blank= not permitted Second Units In compliance with AB 1866 , the City has adopted a Second Unit Ordinance which makes permits for second units ministerial (Zoning Clearance only). Second units are permitted on conforming lots of 1/.i -acre or larger. Maximum unit sizes range from 800 to 1, 100 square feet, depending on lot size. Production of second units ranges from one to three units per year. Mobile Hornes and Manufactured Housing There is often an economy of scale in manufacturing homes in a plant rather than on site ,· thereby reducing cost. State law precludes local governments from prohibiting the installation of Mobile Homes on permanent foundations on single- family lots. It also declares a Mobile Home park to be a permitted land use on any land planned and zoned for res idential use , and prohibits requiring the average density in a new Mobile Home park to be less than that permitted by the Municipal Code. Moorpark has about 243 Mobile Homes w ithin the community. Mobile Home parks are permitted in all residential zones subject to a CUP from the Planning Commission. The Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization Program (see Chapter V, Program 11 a) limits space rent increases and the Hardship Waiver Program provides a waiver for tenants if a space rent increase results in economic hardship. The City also participates in Mobile Home revenue bond financing to provide for reserved spaces and affordable units for very-low-income households. IV-5 January 2014 85 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints Single Room Occupancy Single room occupancy (SRO) facilities are small studio-type units intended for occupancy by one or two persons and may have shared bathroom or kitchen facilities. The Zoning Code allows SROs by-right in the C-2 zone subject to objective development standards. e. Special Needs Housing Persons with special needs include those in residential care facilities, persons with disabilities, farm workers, persons needing emergency shelter or transitional living arrangements, and single room occupancy units. The City's provisions for these housing types are discussed below. Extremely-Low-Income Households Many of the persons and households discussed in this section under the topic of special needs fall within the extremely-low-income category, which is defined as 303 or less of area median income, or up to $26,800 per year for a 4-person household in Ventura County (2013). A variety of City policies and programs described in Chapter V address the needs of extremely-low-income households, including those in need of residential care facilities, persons with disabilities, and farm workers. However, it should be recognized that development of new housing for the lowest income groups typically requires very large public subsidies, and the level of need is greater than can be met due to funding limitations, especially during these times of declining public revenues. Residential Care Facilities Residential care facilities refer to any family home, group home, or rehabilitation facility that provides non-medical care to persons in need of personal services, protection, supervision, assistance, guidance, or training essential for daily living. Moorpark complies with the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act by allowing State-authorized, certified, or licensed family care homes, foster homes, or group homes serving six or fewer persons by-right in all residential zones. Care facilities, including congregate living health facilities, community treatment facilities, hospices, long-term health care facilities, residential care facilities for the elderly, residential care facilities for persons with chronic life-threatening illness, skilled nursing and intermediate care facilities, social rehabilitation facilities, transitional housing placement facilities, and transitional shelter care facilities are permitted in C-0, C-1, CPD and C-2 zones, subject to approval of a conditional use permit from the Planning Commission. Housing for Persons with Disabilities The City's building codes require that new residential construction comply with the federal American with Disabilities Act (ADA}. ADA provisions include requirements IV-6 January 2014 86 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints for a minimum percentage of units in new developments to be fully accessible to the physically disabled. Provisions of fully accessible units may also increase the overall project development costs. However, unlike the Uniform Building Code, enforcement of ADA requirements is not at the discretion of the City, but is mandated under federal law. Compliance with building codes and the ADA may increase the cost of housing production and can also impact the viability of rehabilitation of older properties required to be brought up to current code standards. However, these regulations provide minimum standards that must be complied with in order to ensure the development of safe and accessible housing. Some aspects of zoning regulations have the potential to act as a constraint on housing for persons with disabilities. Such regulations include how "family" is defined, physical separation or concentration requirements for group homes, site planning requirements, parking standards, and procedures for ensuring reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. • Definition of "Family". The Municipal Code defines "family" as "One or more persons living together in a dwelling unit, with common access to, and common use of all living, kitchen, and eating areas within the dwelling unit" consistent with current law. • Concentration requirements. The City imposes no minimum separation requirements for residential car.e facilities. • Parking requirements. One space per 2 beds plus 1 space for each 500 square feet is required for care facilities. • Reasonable accommodation. The current Zoning Code allows reasonable accommodations by-right, that include construction of uncovered porches, platforms, or landings that do not extend above the floor level of the first floor of the main structure, and these features may extend into required setback areas not more than six feet. Also, construction or installation of safety guard railings required for stairs, landings, porches, and installation of depressed ramps are allowed and may encroach into front, side or rear setback areas, provided they are open and do not exceed 42 inches in height. While a zoning clearance is not required by the Planning Department, issuance of a building permit for construction is required to ensure that construction is in compliance with building codes . In order to ensure that the City's procedures for reviewing and approving requests for reasonable accommodation do not pose a constraint to persons with disabilities, the Municipal Code was amended in 2013 to establish procedures for reviewing and approving requests for reasonable accommodation consistent with current law. Farm Worker Housing The state Employee Housing Act 12 regulates farm worker housing and generally requires that facilities with no more than 36 beds or 12 units be treated as an agricultural land use that is not subject to any conditional use permit that is not 12 California Health and Safety Code § 17021.5and§17021.6 IV-7 January 2014 87 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints required of other agricultural uses in the same zone. The Zoning Code allows small farm worker housing projects in conformance with the Employee Housing Act. Emergency Shelters and Transitional/Supportive Housing Emergency shelters, transitional and supportive housing are part of the Ventura County regional continuum of care to address the needs of the homeless population. Emergency shelters are year-round facilities that provide a safe alternative to the streets , usually for 30 days or less. Transitional housing is longer- term housing, typically up to two years. Transitional housing requires that the resident participate in a structured program to work toward the established goals so that they can move on to permanent housing. Residents are often provided with an array of supportive services to assist them in meeting goals. Supportive housing has no limit on length of stay and is intended to provide housing with support services to persons with disabilities. In conformance with Senate Bill 2 (California Government Code §65583 and § 65589 .5), the Zoning Code allows emergency shelters by-right subject to objective development standards in the C-2 zone, and also at existing established places of worship in residential zones, provided that the use is established in coordination with an existing permitted religious facility. The C-2 zone comprises approximately 1.05 acres and includes six vacant or underutilized sites that could accommodate at least one year-round shelter. In addition, there are approximately 11 permitted places of worship in Moorpark where shelters could be established. SB 2 also requires that transitional/supportive housing be treated as a residential use that is subject only to the same requirements and procedures that apply to any other residential use of the same type in the same zone. The Zoning Code was amended in 2013 in compliance with these requirements. As a result of the passage of SB 745 in 2013 , the Zoning Code will be amended to revise the definitions of transitional and supportive housing consistent w ith Government Code §65582 (see Chapter V, Program 7). f. Off-Street Parking Requirements The City's parking requirements for residential zones vary by residential type, housing product, and parking needs (see Table IV-2). Two enclosed parking spaces are required for a single-family residence 2,800 square-feet or less and three enclosed spaces are required for a single-family residence over 2,800 square feet. For multi-family housing, one space in a garage or carport is required for a bachelor or studio unit, 1.75 spaces per unit with one space in a garage or carport is required for each one-bedroom unit, and two spaces (one enclosed in a garage or carport) are required for units with two or more bedrooms, plus an additional one-half space for guest parking is required for each unit. Mobile Home parks require two covered parking spaces for each unit plus one-quarter space per unit for guest parking. Second units are required to have one space for a one- bedroom unit and two spaces for a two-bedroom unit. For senior housing projects restricted to residents age 55 or older, 0.5 space is required per unit. The City has reduced parking standards through development agreements to encourage the IV-8 January 2014 88 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV . Constraints production of affordable housing. The City also allows reduced parking consistent with state Density Bonus law (Government Code § 65915} upon the developer's request. g. Density Bonus and lnclusionary /In-lieu Fee Program Moorpark employs a variety of tools that facilitate and encourage the development of affordable housing for all economic segments of the community. The two primary tools are the density bonus program and the inclusionary/in-lieu fee program . These programs are employed alone or in tandem to facilitate and encourage the construction of affordable housing for lower-and moderate-income households. Moorpark has adopted a Density Bonus Ordinance (Chapter 17.64 of the Zoning Code} that allows a density increase of up to 1003 above the otherwise allowable maximum for qualifying projects (see Chapter V, Program No . 16}. The increase in the allowable housing units under a density bonus is based on the percentage density increase above that permitted under the existing zoning per state density bonus law (Government Code §65915 et seq.} and Chapter 17.64 of the Zoning Code, as follows : • When one hundred percent ( 1003) of the units in a housing development project are restricted to be affordable to low-or very-low-income households for the life of the project, a density bonus up to a maximum of one hundred percent ( 1003} greater density than allowed by the existing zone may be granted by the city council when considering project entitlements . The one hundred percent ( 1003) maximum density bonus is inclusive of all density bonuses allowed under Government Code §65915 et seq ., and Chapter 17.64 of the zoning code . • When at least sixty percent (603) of the units in a housing development project are restricted to be affordable to low-or very-low-income households for the life of the project, a density bonus up to a maximum of seventy-five percent (7 53) greater density than allowed by the existing zone may be granted by the city council when considering project entitlements. The seventy-five percent (753) maximum density . bonus is inclusive of all density bonuses allowed under Government Code §65915 et seq ., and Chapter 17 .64 of the zoning code. • For density bonuses higher than required by state law, the city council must find that: (a) the project will help to meet a local housing need for family housing as identified by the housing element of the general plan ; and (b) the project will be compatible with surrounding development. Density bonuses higher than required by state law may not be granted for an age-restricted senior housing project. In conjunction with the Density Bonus Ordinance, concessions and/or incentives determined by the city council necessary in order to develop affordable units in lieu of or in addition to density bonuses may include, but are not limited to, the following: IV-9 January 2014 89 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints • A reduction in development standards by an amount not to exceed twenty percent (203), or a reduction in architectural design requirements beyond the minimum building standards adopted by the city; and • Other regulatory incentives or concessions proposed by the developer or the city, which result in identifiable cost reductions. • The City Council, in granting higher density bonuses under subsections (B) (2) and (B)(3), is not obligated to grant any additional incentives or concessions. State law (Government Code §65915) was amended (SB 1818 of 2004) to increase the maximum permitted density bonus to 353 along with other changes. Therefore, in 2009, the City adopted a Density Bonus Ordinance to update the Zoning Code in compliance with current state law, as outlined above. The City's lnc/usionary Program (see Chapter V, Program No. 12) requires that a minimum of 153 of units constructed within the Redevelopment Project Area to be affordable to lower-income households and has a minimum 103 requirement for all Specific Plan projects outside the Project Area. If a developer cannot meet all of the affordable housing requirements, an in lieu fee is paid. In spite of the dissolution of the Redevelopment Agency, this program is being maintained for projects within the former redevelopment project area. As an example, the 312-unit Archstone complex was required to build 62 lower-income units (including 25 very-low-income units). Pacific Communities was required to provide 22 low-income units, but opted to pay $900,000 in fees to cover the very-low-income requirement. In-lieu fees are used to assist in the development, rehabilitation or preservation of affordable housing. Density bonus can be an effective means, in conjunction with inclusionary requirements, to facilitate affordable housing development. In order to ensure the provision of affordable housing, the City has granted density increases for projects that are required to provide inclusionary units or pay in-lieu fees. As an example, the Archstone project was granted higher densities (16.2 du/acre), reduced parking standards, and reduced setbacks in return for setting aside 203 of the units for lower-income households. h. Condominium Conversions In order to reduce the impacts of condominium conversions on residents of rental housing and to maintain a supply of rental housing for low-and moderate-income persons, the City's Municipal Code (Section 16.30.040 to .070) provides for the following: 1. Tenant notifications of the proposed conversion in compliance with Section 66452.8 of the State Subdivision Map Act; 2. A phasing plan to reflect unit sales and tenant relocation agreements; 3. A tenant assistance plan that provides for a 90-day period for the tenant to exercise his or her right of first refusal to purchase a unit pursuant to Section 66427.1 (d) of the Subdivision Map Act. The assistance plan also provides for the reimbursement of tenant moving costs; IV-10 January 2014 90 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints 4. Reservation of a minimum of 203 of the units as affordable, with 103 low- income and 103 very-low-income units guaranteed through a recorded affordable housing agreement between the property owner and city; and 5. A requirement that vacancy rates at the time of the approval of the conversion are below guidelines set forth in the General Plan. As a result of these requirements, the potential impact of condominium conversions is not a significant constraint on the preservation of affordable rental housing. i. Building Codes and Enforcement State law prohibits the imposition of building standards that are not necessitated by local geographic, climatic or topographic conditions and requires that local governments making changes or modifications in building standards must report such changes to the Department of Housing and Community Development and file an expressed finding that the change is needed. The City's building codes are based upon the 2010 California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical Codes with local amendments adopted that address structural calculations. These are considered to be the minimum necessary to protect the public's health, safety and welfare. No additional regulations have been imposed by the city that would unnecessarily add to housing costs. The City attempts to link its code enforcement and housing preservation efforts, when appropriate, by making property owners aware of available programs to help with repairs, particularly for lower-income residents. The City of Moorpark's Code Compliance Program (see Chapter V, Program No. 2) was created in part to safeguard the health and safety of tenants living in rental units in Moorpark by ensuring that rental properties in the city are sanitary and conform to current state fire, building and municipal codes. Following receipt of a report on deficiencies of a rental property, the program requires the rental property be subject to inspection focusing on life and health safety issues such as working smoke detectors and working heat and hot water. j. Growth Controls Growth management has long been a concern in Ventura County. In 1999, the City adopted the "SOAR" (Save Open Space and Agricultural Resources) Initiative. This Initiative originated from public concern that rapid urban development over the past decade was threatening agricultural, open space, watershed, sensitive wetlands, and riparian areas vital to Ventura County. Voters thus passed an initiative amending the General Plan to direct population growth into incorporated areas where infrastructure is in place. Until December 31, 2020, the City is required to restrict urban uses to areas within the urban restriction boundary (CURB), which is generally coterminous with the City's Sphere of Influence and corporate limits. The City Council may not approve any general plan amendment, rezoning, specific plan, subdivision map, special use permit, building permit IV-11 January 2014 91 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints or other ministerial or discretionary entitlement inconsistent with the General Plan and CURB line established by the SOAR Initiative. Generally, the City Council may not amend the CURB, without voter approval, unless specific procedures and purposes are followed. If sufficient land resources are not available to address the City's RHNA allocation, the SOAR Initiative allows the City Council to amend the CURB line to comply with state law regarding the provision of housing for all economic segments of the community. In order to invoke this provision, the Council must make the following findings: • the land is immediately adjacent to existing compatibly developed areas and that adequate services have or will be provided for such development; • the proposed development will address the highest priority need identified (e.g., the provision of lower income housing to satisfy the RHNA); • there is no existing residentially-zoned land available within the CURB and it is not reasonably feasible to re-designate land within the CURB for such purposes; and • no more than 20 acres may be brought within the CURB for this purpose annually. The SOAR Initiative is not expected to prevent the City from meeting its RHNA requirements for the following reasons: ( 1) the City has a large reserve of vacant land within its corporate limits ; (2) the City makes wide use of development agreements to require inclusionary units or in-lieu fees; and (3) the SOAR initiative has specific amendment procedures to accommodate the lower-income affordability goals of the RHNA. 2. Development Processing Procedures a. Residential Permit Processing The City has designed its development review procedures to streamline the permit process while ensuring that residential development proceeds in an orderly manner and contributes to the community. The City utilizes a range of mechanisms to approve residential projects based on the size, complexity, and potential impact. The approach is to allow by-right administrative approval for smaller projects with low potential for land use conflicts, with more complex projects being reviewed by the Planning Commission and City Council. The process is summarized below. • Zoning Clearance -The Zoning Clearance is applied to projects that are allowed by-right. The Zoning Clearance is used to ensure that the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan land use designation and meets all applicable requirements of the City's Zoning Code. The Zoning Clearance is a ministerial permit granted by the Director of Community Development without a public hearing. Approval is typically granted within 1-3 days from submittal of a complete application. Examples of projects requiring only Zoning Clearance include Second Dwelling units , Large Family day care homes serving up to 14 children with in a single-family residence; a balcony, deck, patio cover; room additions or storage sheds; fences and walls greater IV-12 January 2014 92 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints than 6 feet in height and retaining walls greater than 3 feet in height; swimming pools, wading pools and spas; and finally maintenance and minor repair to buildings involving structural alterations. • Administrative Permit -Some projects may require an Administrative Permit, such as detached single-family housing unit developments or affordable or senior housing projects of less than five total units. These developments typically have a higher level of concern regarding compatibility with adjacent uses and therefore require a greater level of zoning review, requiring approval of an Administrative Permit. The Administrative Permit is granted by the Director of Community Development, without a public hearing. These projects typically qualify for a Categorical Exemption under CEQA. Approval is typically received within one month from submittal of a complete application. • Conditional Use Permit -A Conditional Use Permit is required for uses such as mobile home parks and boarding houses . Development projects are required to meet site development standards and submit site plans and architecture subject to design review. A public hearing is required. For residential developments, the decision-making body is the Planning Commission, with appeals heard by the City Council. Typical review and approval time is 2.5 to 9 months, depending on project complexity and the level of CEQA review required. Conditions of approval typically include a minimum number of units or tenant spaces to be provided and may include special conditions for parking arrangements. • Planned Development Permit -Planned Development Permits are required for new residential developments of five or more units and for projects associated with a subdivision of land, zone change, or Development Agreement and may include a General Plan Amendment and are reviewed by the Planning Commission at a public hearing . The standard of review for PDPs is confirming that the project complies with objective development and design standards rather than examining the use itself. Staff typically works with the applicant on the project design to ensure the site planning and architecture is compat~ble with the surrounding properties and will not negatively affect the safety, health and welfare of adjoining property owners. The focus of this process is confirming project conformance with development standards. The City also offers applicants the option of pre-application meetings to discuss project requirements with staff. These meetings help to expedite the permit process by identifying key issues early in the process, thereby avoiding multiple rounds of review, reducing design costs and increasing development certainty. Typical review and approval time is 3-6 months, depending on project complexity and the level of CEQA review required. Conditions of approval typically ensure compliance with existing development standards in the Municipal Code to address: parking standards, landscaping criteria, trash storage and disposal services , minimum and maximum standards related to varieties of architectural designs of units, setbacks and circulation and access. The Planned Development Permit process provides flexibility and reduces constraints on development, in that the purpose of this zone is to provide areas IV-13 January 2014 93 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints for communities that will be developed utilizing modern land planning and unified design techniques. This provides a flexible regulatory procedure in order to encourage: 1) Coordinated neighborhood design and compatibility with existing or potential development of surrounding areas; 2) An efficient use of land particularly through the clustering of dwelling units and the preservation of the natural features of sites; 3) Variety and innovation in site design, density and housing unit options, including garden apartments, townhouses and single-family dwellings; 4) Lower housing costs through the reduction of street and utility networks; and 5) A more varied, attractive and energy-efficient living environment as well as greater opportunities for recreation than would be possible under other zone classifications. This review process also creates incentives for developers to provide affordable housing and other public benefits in projects by allowing higher densities and modified development standards as part of a development agreement when such commitments are provided. The City's successful track record in generating affordable housing supports the validity of this approach and demonstrates that this process does not unreasonably impact the cost and supply of housing. b. Efforts to Minimize Development Review Timeframes State law requires that communities work toward improving the efficiency of their planning and building permit processes by providing "one-stop" processing, thereby eliminating the unnecessary duplication of effort. The Permit Streamlining Act reduces delay by limiting permit processing time to one year and requiring agencies to specify the information needed for an acceptable application. Early consultation with City staff is encouraged to identify issues as soon as possible and reduce processing time. A "pre-submittal conference" is strongly encouraged so that applicants can become acquainted with the information and fees required by each department and agency. Site and architectural plans are also reviewed for consistency with City standards. This conference allows the applicant to determine the feasibility of the project and make adjustments during the preliminary planning stages to minimize costs. Simultaneous processing of entitlements (e.g., subdivisions and planned developments permits) is also provided as a means of expediting the review process. These procedures help to ensure that the development review process meets all legal requirements without causing an unwarranted constraint to housing development. Table IV-4 summarizes the typical time frame for reviewing projects from pre-application development review phase through approval. IV-14 January 2014 94 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element I Permits & Review Pre-Application Review Variance Zone Clearance General Plan Amendment Administrative Permit Planned Development Subdivision Map Conditional Use Permit Environmental Review Source : City of Moorpark , 2009 Table IV-4 Development Review Times Timeframe 1to4 mos. 2 to 6 mos . 1 - 3 days 3-12 mos. 1 month 3 to 6 mos. 6-12 mos. 6-9 mos. 6-12 mos. Typical Processing Time Factors Affecting Time Complexity; special study needs Complexity; level of review Scale of project Complexity; level of review Completeness of Application Scale of project/Completeness Environmental/design issues Scale of project ; environmental Scale -complexity of project IV. Constraints 'I The timeframe for reviewing and approving permit applications, zone changes, variances, conditional use permits, and other discretionary approvals varies on a case- by-case basis. Developments in Moorpark typically range from a single home, to a large- scale project of 100 homes, to even larger Specific Plan projects. The time needed to review projects depends on the location, potential environmental constraints, the need to ensure adequate provision of infrastructure and public facilities, and the overall impact of large-scale developments on the community. For larger development projects subject to the residential planned permit, the City allows concurrent processing of a variety of actions (e.g., general plan amendment and zone change) to help expedite the processing of development applications. The Residential Planned Development (RPD) and Design Review processes are important components in the development approval process. The RPD and design review process work in tandem to facilitate and encourage projects that address the housing needs of the commur.iity and also are designed in a manner that preserves and contributes to the quality of the living environment in Moorpark. The RPD and . design review process begins with a joint application submittal to the Community Development Department. City staff meets with the developer to discuss the project and, upon request by the applicant, provides appropriate direction and examples of projects that meet City design standards . Once the project schematics are completed , staff reviews the application to make sure it is complete, and then prepares a written report assessing the overall design and consistency with the City's development standards. The Planning Commission then reviews the project to ensure it complies with the following findings: • Is consistent with the intent and provisions of the City's general plan and appropriate zoning chapter; • Is compatible with the character of surrounding development; • Would not be obnoxious, harmful, or impair the utility of neighboring property; • Would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, welfare, and IV-15 January 2014 95 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints • Is compatible with the scale, visual character and design of surrounding properties. The RPD process has resulted, at times, in lower densities for single-family projects, particularly for hillside developments subject to environmental constraints. With respect to multi-family developments, the RPO process has not resulted in lower densities for multi- family projects containing affordable units. For example, multi-family projects built at or above maximum allowable densities include the Archstone, Urban West, Essex and Area Housing Authority Apartments projects. In the previous planning period, a new RPD-20-U district was established allowing multi- family development by-right at a minimum density of 20 units/acre. Development projects within this district are reviewed through a non-discretionary process intended to confirm that the project is in compliance with objective development standards. As larger Specific Plan areas and remaining large vacant parcels in the community are gradually built out, the remaining development in Moorpark will shift to smaller infill locations. Rather than conduct design review for large open tracts, focus will shift to neighborhoods, where developments must be compatible with adjacent uses. Therefore, the City will continue to use the RPO and Design Review processes in the development approval process to facilitate and encourage projects that address the housing needs of the community and also are designed in a manner that preserves and contributes to the quality of the living environment in Moorpark and is compatible in scale with existing neighborhoods. c. Environmental Review Environmental review is required for all discretionary development projects under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Most projects in Moorpark are either Categorically Exempt or require only an Initial Study and Negative Declaration. Developments that have the potential of creating significant impacts that cannot be mitigated require the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report. Most residential projects require a Negative Declaration, which takes two to three weeks to complete . Categorically Exempt developments such as second residential units require a minimal amount of time . As a result , state-mandated environmental review does not pose a significant constraint to housing development. 3. Development Fees and Improvement Requirements State law limits fees charged for development permit processing to the reasonable cost of providing the service for which the fee is charged. Various fees and assessments are charged by the City and other public agencies to cover the costs of processing permit applications and providing services and facili t ies such as schools, parks and infrastructure . Almost all of these fees are assessed through a pro rota share system , based on the magnitude of the project's impact or on the extent of the benefit that will be derived. Moorpark collects fees and exactions from developments to cover the costs of processing permits and providing the necessary services and infrastructure related to /V-16 January 2014 96 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV . Constraints new development. Fees are calculated based on the cost of processing a particular type of case. Table IV-5 summarizes planning, development, and other fees charged for new residential development. Pre Screening for General Plan Amendment General Plan Amendment Table IV-5 Development Review Fees $5,800.00 $5 ,200.00 Residential Planned Development (SF or MF) $19,500.00 < 30 units or $26,000 .00 > 30 units Tentative Tract Map $9, 100.00 < 30 units or $19 ,500.00 > 30 units Administrative Exception (Minor Variance) Variance -Existing Single-family Residential Administrative Permit Conditional Use Permit -Residential Uses Zone Change Area of Contribution Sprinq/Tierra Reiada Roads Area of Contribution Gabbert/Casey Roads Area of Contribution Los Anqeles Avenue Fire Protection Facilities Fee Police Facilities Fee Callequas Water District Fee -Capital Improvement Fee Water (Waterworks District #1) -Capital Improvement Fee Flood Control -Land Development Fee (Watershed Protection Distrd) Sewer Connection Library Facilities Fee School Fees Building Permit Fee (includinq plan check fee) Estimated Total Development Fees (per unit) N/A = Not applicable Source : City of Moorpark , 2013 *Assumes construction of a 1,522 square foot home . **Assumes 4 multi-family units on a half of an acre . $9, 142.13 $2,030.00 $7,807.00 $979 .46 per unit $1,027.00 per unit $4 ,649 .00per1 " meter $4,562 .00 per 1" meter $600 per unit maximum $4 ,386.00 per unit $925.68 per unit $2.97 per sq. ft . $4,467 . $46 ,500 ***Assumed fee using the per untt fee from building permit files for an existing 20 unit MF project $650 .00 $5 ,000 .00 $780.00 $5 ,000 .00 $5,200 .00 $5 ,200.00 $9,142 .13 $9 ,1 42 .13 $2 ,030.00 $2,030 .00 $7 ,807 .00 $7,807 .00 $721 .87 per unit $587 .08 per unit $1,027 .00 per unit $1,027 .00 per unit · $3 ,727 unknown $3 ,992 unknown $300 $600 per unit maximum $4 ,386 .00 per unit unknown $596.91 per unit $612.06 per unit $2 .97 per sq . ft . $2.97 per sq . ft. $1,308*** N/A $37 ,000 $14 ,1 97 Moorpark's development fees are considered typical for jurisdictions in Ventura County. The City Council has the authority to reduce or waive local fees on a case-by-case basis. For affordable or senior housing, the City Council at its discretion may provide developers with incentives such as the waiving of fees and other concessions that may result in cost reductions. For the development of Villa Campesina, the City reduced development fees for Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation in order to ensure the project's affordability to lower income households. After the passage of Proposition 13 and its limitation on local governments' property tax revenues, cities and counties have faced increasing difficulty in providing public services and facilities to serve their residents . One of the main consequences of Proposition 13 has been the shift in funding of new infrastructure from general tax revenues to development IV-17 January 2014 97 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV . Constraints impact fees and improvement requirements on land developers. The City requires developers to provide on-site and off-site improvements necessary to serve their projects. Such improvements may include water, sewer and other utility extensions, street construction and traffic control device installation that are reasonably related to the project. Dedication of land or in-lieu fees may also be required of a project for rights-of- way, transit facilities, parks and school sites, consistent with the Subdivision Map Act . . City road standards vary by roadway designation as provided in Table IV-6. Table IV-6 Road Improvement Standards Roadway Designation Number of Lanes Right-of-Way Width Curb-to Curb Width 6-lane arterial 6 110 -120' 90 -104' 4-lane arterial 4 80 -100 ' 60 -80' Rural collector 2 -4 70 -90 ' 54 -64 ' Local collector 2 50 -70 ' 36 -54 ' Source: City of Moorpark General Plan -C1rculat1on Element A typical local residential street requires a 56-foot right-of-way, with two 18 foot travel lanes , these widths vary based on project location and circulation design needs. The City's road standards are typical for cities in Ventura County and do not act as a constraint to housing development. The City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP} contains a schedule of public improvements including streets , bridges and other facilities needed for the continued build-out of the city. The CIP helps to ensure that construction of public improvements is coordinated with private development. Although development fees and improvement requirements increase the cost of housing, cities have little choice in establishing such requirements due to the limitations on property taxes and other revenue sources needed to fund public improvements. B. Non-Governmental Constraints 1. Environmental Constraints Environmental constraints include phys ical features such as steep slopes, fault zones, floodplains , sensitive biological habitat, and agricultural lands. In many cases, development of these areas is constrained by state and federal laws [e.g., FEMA floodplain regulations , the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act, and the California Fish and Game Code and Alquist-Priolo Act). The City 's land use plans have been designed to protect sensitive areas from development, and also to protect public safety by avoiding development in hazardous areas. While these policies constrain residential development to some extent, they are necessary to support other public policies. IV-18 January 2014 98 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints 2. Infrastructure Constraints Adequate infrastructure, services, and public facilities are important components of new development. In order for residential development to not adversely impact the City's service system levels, the City must ensure that various capital improvement plans and adequate financing mechanisms are in place to provide essential services. The following discussion details the adequacy of the city's infrastructure system. • Streets -The City has mechanisms in place to address capital improvement projects needed to facilitate new development. To provide needed transportation improvements, the City has instituted an area of contribution requirement and appropriate fees to pay for circulation and system improvements. While this provides the City sufficient funds to construct transportation improvements needed to serve new developments, ongoing maintenance costs will be added · to the City's budget. In addition, due to upcoming restrictions on the use of TOA funds for maintenance, it is likely that the City would require new developments to have private streets where feasible and consistent with the Circulation Element of the General Plan. Private streets will add to Home Owner Association costs for new developments as the Home Owner Association will be responsible for maintenance. • Drainage -The major drainage facility in Moorpark is the Arroyo Simi Channel. The Army Corp of Engineers and local Ventura County Watershed Protection District is acquiring right of way to complete projects to reduce the risk of flooding in parts of Moorpark. Until such improvements are completed, developers must provide site improvements necessary to protect the property from flooding. • Wastewater Treatment -Ventura County Waterworks District No. encompasses 19,500 acres and serves 30.,000 customers in Moorpark and contiguous unincorporated areas. The District owns, operates and maintains the Moorpark Wastewater Treatment Plant (MWTP). In 2000, the MWTP was upgraded to increase treatment capacity to 3.0 mgd -503 higher than the average flow in 1999. The plant expansion is intended to accommodate future development in Moorpark beyond the current planning period. • Water Supply -Ventura County Waterworks District No. 1 provides domestic water to Moorpark. The District receives water from five groundwater wells, imports the remainder from the Metropolitan Water District and Calleguas Municipal Water District, and treats water at the Jenson Plant in Granada Hills. The District supplies 11,500 acre-feet of water annually, 753 of which is imported. The District foresees sufficient water capacity to meet future housing needs in Moorpark throughout the planning period. 3. Land Costs Land represents one of the most significant components of the cost of new housing. Land values fluctuate with market conditions, and the recent downturn in the housing market has affected land values negatively. Changes in land prices reflect the cyclical IV-19 January 2014 99 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element IV. Constraints nature of the residential real estate market. It is expected that economic recovery will occur and land prices will again rise, although the timing is unknown. Per-unit land cost is directly affected by density -higher density allows the cost to be spread across more units, reducing the total price. The City's policies regarding inclusionary housing and density bonus help to reduce land costs, thereby improving affordability. 4. Construction Costs Construction cost is affected by the price of materials, labor, development standards and general market conditions. The City has no influence over materials and labor costs, and the building codes and development standards in Moorpark are not substantially different than most other cities in Ventura County and the state of California. 5. Cost and Availability of Financing Moorpark is similar to most other communities with regard to private sector home financing programs. Moorpark participates in a mortgage credit certificate program that offers homebuyers a tax credit and assists in qualifying for a home loan. The City is also a participant in the California Rural Housing Mortgage Finance authority homebuyer fund that provides low-interest loans to first-time homebuyers. Low-interest loans and grants are also offered through the -Tax Increment of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark or City housing funds for home improvements to help maintain existing housing units. The recent crisis in the mortgage industry has affected the availability of real estate loans, although for those homebuyers who can qualify, interest rates are at historic lows. Under state law, it is illegal for real estate lending institutions to discriminate against entire neighborhoods in lending practices because of the physical, social or economic conditions in the area ("redlining"). In monitoring new construction sales, re-sales of existing· homes, and · permits for remodeling, it would not appear that redlining is occurring in the city. C. Fair Housing State law prohibits discrimination in the development process or in real property transactions, and it is the City's policy to uphold the law in this regard. Moorpark participated in a countywide consortium that prepared an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice in 2010. Such impediments are typically any action, omission, or decisions that have the effect of restricting housing choice or the availability of housing on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, disability, marital status, familial status, source of income, sexual orientation, or any other arbitrary factor. The County contracts with a fair housing agency for these services. Fair housing programs, referral, and counseling for Moorpark residents are provided by the Housing Rights Center and funded through the Entitlement Area CDBG program. The City's support and participation in fair housing activities minimizes the potential for housing discrimination in Moorpark (see Housing Plan, Program No. 18). IV-20 January 2014 100 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element V. Housing Plan V. HOUSING PLAN Chapters II through IV describe the housing needs, resources and constraints in Moorpark. This Housing Plan sets forth the City's goals, policies, programs, and quantified objectives to address the identified housing needs in Moorpark from 2014 to 2021 . A. Goals and Policies This section of the Housing Element contains a brief overview of the key issues from the Needs Assessment as well as the goals and policies that Moorpark intends to implement to address these housing needs. In addressing the City's housing needs, the City's overall community goals are as follows: • Adequate provision of decent, safe and affordable housing for residents without regard to race, age, sex, marital status, ethnicity, disability or other arbitrary considerations. • Adequate provision of housing opportunities by type, tenure, and location with particular attention to the provision of housing for special needs groups. • Encourage growth through the identification of suitable parcels for residential development, changes in land use patterns, and appropriate recycling of land. • Develop a balanced community accessible to employment, transportation, shopping, medical services, and governmental agencies among others. Within the aforementioned general framework, the City has developed the following goals and policies to encourage the preservation, production, maintenance, and improvement of housing within the Moorpark community. 1. Housing and Neighborhood Conservation Housing and neighborhood conservation are important to maintaining and improving quality of life. While the majority of housing in Moorpark is relatively new, some of the older residential neighborhoods in the downtown show signs of deterioration. Efforts to improve and revitalize housing must not only address existing conditions, but also focus on preventive repairs to maintain the quality of the housing stock. The policies listed below address the issue of housing and neighborhood conservation. GOAL 1.0: Assure the quality, safety, and habitability of existing housing and the continued high quality of residential neighborhoods. Policy J. J Continue to monitor and enforce building and property maintenance code standards in residential neighborhoods. Policy 1 .2 Continue to provide City public safety services, infrastructure maintenance, graffiti removal, and other public services to maintain the quality of the housing stock, neighborhoods, and the environment. V-1 January 2014 101 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element V. Housing Plan Policy 1.3 Policy 1.4 Policy 1.5 Promote increased awareness among property owners and residents of the importance of property maintenance to long-term housing quality. Continue to promote the repair, revitalization, and rehabilitation of residential structures which have fallen into disrepair. Support the preservation and maintenance of historically and architecturally significant buildings and neighborhoods. 2. Adequate Residential Sites The Regional Housing Needs Assessment addresses the need for decent, adequate, and affordable housing to accommodate existing and future housing needs induced from regional growth. In order to further these goals, Moorpark is committed to assisting in the development of adequate housing that is affordable to all economic segments of the population through the following goals and policies: GOAL 2: Provide residential sites through land use, zoning and specific plan designations to provide a range of housing opportunities. Policy 2.1 Identify adequate sites which will be made available and zoned at the appropriate densities , to facilitate goals set forth in the 2014-2021 RHNA. Policy 2.2 Ensure residential sites have appropriate public services, facilities, circulation, and other needed infrastructure to support development. Policy 2.3 Investigate rezoning or redesignation of commercial lots that are no longer economically viable uses to appropriate residential uses . Policy 2.4 Promote and encourage mixed-use residential and commercial uses where appropriate as a means to facilitate development. 3. Housing Assistance and Special Needs Moorpark is home to a number of groups with special housing needs, including seniors, large families, disabled persons, and single parent families, among others. These groups may face greater difficulty in finding decent and affordable housing due to special circumstances. Special circumstances may be related to one's income, family characteristics, disability, or health issues. GOAL3: Policy 3.1 Policy 3.2 Expand and protect housing opportunities for lower income households and special needs groups. Use public financial resources , to the extent feasible, to support the provision and production of housing for lower-income households and persons and families with special needs. Provide rental assistance to address existing housing problems and provide homeownership assistance to expand housing opportunities. V-2 January 2014 102 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element V . Housing Plan Policy 3.3 Support the conservation of Mobile Home parks, historic neighborhoods, publicly-subsidized housing , and other sources of affordable housing . Policy 3.4 Require, in aggregate, 103 of new units to be affordable to lower-income households. Establish priority for usage of in-lieu fee as follows: 1st priority - production of affordable housing; 2nd -subsidy of affordable housing; 3rd - housing rehabilitation; 41h priority -housing assistance; and 5th staffing costs. 4. Removal of Government Constraints Market factors and government regulations can significantly impact the production and affordability of housing. Although market conditions are often beyond the direct influence of any jurisdiction, efforts can be directed at ensuring the reasonableness of land use controls, development standards, permit-processing, fees and exactions, and governmental requirements to encourage housing production . GOAL 4: Where appropriate, mitigate unnecessary governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing. Policy 4.1 Periodically review City regulations, ordinances, fees/exactions to ensure they do not unduly constrain the production, maintenance, and improve- ment of housing. Policy 4.2 Offer regulatory incentives and concessions for affordable housing, such as relief from development standards, density bonuses, or fee waivers where deemed to be appropriate. Policy 4.3 Provide for streamlined , timely, coordinated, and concurrent processing of residential projects to minimize holding costs and encourage housing production. Policy 4.4 Support infill development at suitable locations a'nd provide, where appropriate, incentives to facilitate their development. 5. Fair and Equal Housing Opportunity Ensuring fair and equal housing opportunity is an important goal. Whether through mediating disputes, investigating bona fide complaints of discrimination , or through the provision of education services, the provision of fair housing services is an important tool to ensure fair and equal access to housing. The following policies are designed to continue implementation of applicable fair housing laws. GOALS: Policy 5.1 Policy 5.2 Ensure fair and equal housing opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, sex, marital status, family type, ancestry, national origin, color or other protected status. Provide fair housing services to residents and assure that residents are aware of their rights and responsibilities with respect to fair housing. Discourage discrimination in either the sale or rental of housing on the basis of state or federal protected classes. V-3 January 2014 103 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element V. Housing Plan Policy 5.3 Implement appropriate action items identified in the Ventura County Analysis of Impediments to ensure fair and equal access to housing. B. Housing Programs The goals and policies discussed above are implemented through housing programs offered by the City's Community Development Department and Redevelopment Agency. This section describes the programs that Moorpark will implement to address housing needs within the community. Table V-1 provides a summary of each program , objective, funding source, and agency having responsibility to implement the program. Housing and Neighborhood Conservation 1. Housing Rehabilitation The Housing Rehabilitation Program provides rehabilitation loans to low-income owner households . Loans up to $50 ,000 are provided for owner-occupied housing and $20,000 for Mobile Home units . Rehab participants pay only a 3% annual interest rate amortized over 10 years for single family units . Mobile Home loans have a 20-year term coupled with conditional forgiveness . The loan is forgiven at the rate of 10% per year from years 11 thru 20 . 2. Code Compliance The City currently maintains one full-time code compliance technician to ensure compliance with building and property maintenance codes . The Code Compliance Division receives approximately 90 complaints per month . The Code Compliance Division plays a key role in improving neighborhoods . The Division handles a variety of issues ranging from property maintenance (e .g. illegally parked vehicles , overgrown vegetation) to housing conditions . Adequate Residential Sites 3. Sites to Accommo~ate Fair-Share Housing Needs Vacant or underutilized sites offer opportun ities for residential development and achieve lower-income housing goals , as identified by the RHNA. In the past several years , developers have initiated both the conversion of commercial sites for residential use , and the up-zoning of low-density res idential sites for higher-density development. Zoning amendments have resulted in development of the Archstone project, Shea Homes Tract 5425 , and the GEOG Monte Vista project. Other projects where zoning has been modified to allow for affordable housing opportunities that have not yet been built include the Pacific Communities project, the Essex apartment project, William Lyon Home 17-unit affordable project, Area Housing Authority Apartment project, and the Pardee School Site project. Other projects are under consideration. The new RPD-20 zoning district was established in the previous planning period to allow owner-occupied and multi-fami ly rental residential development by-right at a density of 20 units/acre . For projects that require subdivision or lot consolidation prior to developmen t, the City will facilitate this process through expedited or concurrent processing of the required approvals . Since most affordable housing developments occur on sites of 2 to 10 acres , the City will prioritize rezoning and subdivision of sites that can accommodate developments of this size . In order to enhance the likelihood of affordable housing development in these projects , the City will take the following actions : V-4 8-Year Objective: Provide loans for a maximum of 25 single-family units and 10 Mobile Home units . Promote this program on the City website and with flyers at City Hall and other public buildings . 8-Year Objective: Continue code compliance activities , including inspections of rental units throughout the City following receipt of reports of non-compliance with existing codes and standards. 8-Year Objective: Ensure no net loss of residential capacity commensurate with the RHNA allocation throughout the planning period . January 2014 104 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element • Contact affordable housing builders regarding development opportunities in these projects , and convene meetings between the master developer and interested builders , if requested . • Offer incentives and concessions for affordable housing projects such as expedited processing, reduced development standards , administrative assistance with funding applications such as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits , and fee waivers or reductions if feasible . 4. Downtown Specific Plan The Downtown Specific Plan , which was adopted in 1998, is designed to encourage a pedestrian-oriented mix of businesses , offices , and residential uses in the Downtown area . The Downtown Specific Plan area is characterized by smaller lots , underutilized lots, older single-family homes , and a downtown commercial core . Because the majority of lots are irregularly shaped , the Zoning Code restricts density for lots of 7,000 square feet to 7 units per acre . According to the Specific Plan , the Downtown offers significant opportunities for public or private involvement in facilitating mixed use , infill , and affordable housing . The Zoning Code offers incentives to facilitate the Downtown Specific Plan . If parcels are combined or merged , and the City's density bonus provisions are utilized , the maximum density can be increased to 28 units/acre . 5. Farm Worker Housing Though most of the region 's functional agricultural areas are located outside Moorpark, some farm workers live in the community. Year-round farm laborers are typically housed in older apartments , government-assisted units , and Mobile-Homes . In order to facilitate the provision of additional housing for agricultural workers , the City will continue to permit Farm Worker Housing consistent with the Employee Housing Act (Health and Safety Code §17021 .5 and §17021 .6). 6. Second Units A secondary unit is a separate dwelling unit that provides complete , independent living facilities for one or more persons. Second units are currently allowed on lots of 10,890 square feet or greater pursuant to an approved zoning clearance . The unit must meet the minimum development standards for the primary residence unit. Given the limited developable land remaining in Moorpark , continuing to integrate second units in appropriate locations presents an opportunity for the City to accommodate needed rental housing for lower-income persons, students , and seniors . Second unit regulations will be publicized on the website and in flyers posted in City Hall. 7. Emergency Shelters and Transitional/Supportive Housing During the previous planning period , the City amended the Zoning Code to permit emergency shelters by-right subject to the same development and management standards that apply to other allowed uses in the C-2 zone , except that other objective , written standards may be established as provided by Government Code §65583(a)(4). Emergency shelters are also permitted in conjunction with permitted places of worship in residential zones , provided that the use is established in coordination with an existing permitted religious facility . The City also permits transitional and supportive hous ing as a residential use that is subject only to the same requirements and procedures as other residential uses of the same type in the same zone . V-5 V. Housing Plan 8-Year Objective: Continue to implement the Downtown Spec ific Plan . 8-Year Objective: Continue to implement zoning regulations in conformance with the Employee Housing Act. 8-Year Objective: The City will continue to permit second units in all residential zones pursuant to an administrative permit. Publicize ·second unit regulations . The City anticipates thai.16 second units will be built during the planning period. 8-Year Objective: Continue to permit emergency shelters and transitional/supportive housing in conformance with SB 2 throughout the planning period . Process an amendment to the Zoning Code concurrent with adoption of the Housing Element to update the definitions of transitional housing and supportive housing consistent with SB 7 45 of 2013 . January 2014 105 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element 8. Single Room Occupancy (SROs) In order to encourage additional housing for persons with extremely-low incomes (ELI), the Zoning Code allows Sing le Room Occupancy (SRO) un its by-right (i.e ., without a conditional use permit or other discretionary action) in the C-2 zone subject to objective development standards . Housing Assistance and Special Needs 9. Section 8 Rental Assistance The Section 8 program provides rent subsidies to very-low-income households who spend more than 50 percent of their income on rent. Prospective renters secure housing from HUD-registered apartments that accept the certificates . HUD pays to the landlords the difference between what the tenant can afford to pay and the payment standard . Under the Section 8 voucher program , a family can choose more costly housing , if they pay the rent difference . The Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura administers the Section 8 program on behalf of the City . 10. Mortgage Credit Certificate Program The City participates in the federal Mortgage Credit Cert ificate Program operated by Ventura County . The MCC program allows qualified first-time homebuyers to take an annual credit against their federal income taxes of up to 20% of the annual interest paid on the applicant's mortgage . The tax credit allows homebuyers more income to qualify for a mortgage . Therefore , the MCC Program is a way to further leverage homeownership assistance . 11. Preservation Programs a. Mobile Home Park Affordability The Mobile Home Park Ren t Stabilization Program has been non-operational since the purchase of Villa Del Arroyo by Augusta Homes and the closing and relocat ion of the tenants at Moorpark Mobile Home Park . The City issued bonds to assist Augusta Homes with the purchase of Villa Del Arroyo Mobile Home Park . The bond regulatory agreement at Villa Del Arroyo , requires the park to mainta in 48 housing units for very- low-income families . The City hired a consultan t to provide regular monitoring of the Regulatory Agreement. b. Resale Refinance Restriction and Option to Purchase Agreements Resale Refinance Restriction and Option· to Purchase Agreements are required by the City for affordable housing 1,1nits , wh ich are covenants that preserve affordable units in perpetuity . This ensures tha t after affordable units are created they are not sold or re- sold at market rate prices . 12. lnclusionary Program Through the use of development agreements , the City 's inc lusionary policies require that 10% to 15% of all units in each development project and 15% to 20% of all units in development projects within the former redevelopment area mus t be affordable to low-and very-low-income households . In appropriate situations , developers unable to provide units are assessed in-lieu fees based upon the estimated cost of providing affordable units , or acquiring units or build units off-site . This occurs most often with single-family developments in the hillsides . Currently , the City can allocate inclusionary fees for housing rehabil itation , construction , or assistance . To ensure that the City addresses its RHNA affordability requirements for low-income housing , it may become necessary to earmark funding to assist in the development. A policy was developed by the City Council on Oct 2, 20 13 pri oritiz ing programs for in-lieu fee expenditures . V-6 V. Housing Plan 8-Year Objective: Continue to allow SROs by-right in the C-2 zone . 8-Year Objective: Continue to participate in the Section 8 program , advertise program availability , and encourage rental property owners to register their units with the Housing Authority . 8-Year Objective: Continue participation and advertise program availability. 8-Year Objective: Continue monitoring Villa Del Arroyo 's compliance with the requirements of the Regulatory Agreement to ensure that the 48 housing units are occupied by very- low-income families . 8-Year Objective : Continue to monitor the status of the Resale Refinance Restriction and Option to Pu rchase Agreements for affordable units . 8-Year Objective: Continue to implement fee expenditure priorities as follows : 1st priority-affordable housing production ; 2nd --subsidy of affordable housing ; 3rd --hous ing rehabilitation ; and 4th --housing assistance . Adopt expenditure priorities by end of 2012 . Ass ist in the development of up to 20 very low-income units by end of 2014 . Continue to monitor in-lieu fees . January 2014 106 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element 13. Land Assemblage/Disposition/Acquisition The City will continue to encourage the provision of quality, affordable housing through use of land write-downs , direct financial assistance , and/or regulatory incentives. The City will us.e Housing Trust funds, County CDBG , and other funds to assist in acquiring and assembling property and writing down land costs for the development of new housing. Currently , the City is acquiring various pieces of property in downtown Moorpark for redevelopment purposes and affordable housing opportunities . 14. Regulatory and Financial Assistance Regulatory assistance can be used to assist in the development of projects that address local housing needs . In the past, the City has adjusted development standards , increased density , and carried interest cost on land for affordable housing projects. The City will continue to provide regulatory assistance for the development of affordable projects that address identified housing needs , such as special needs groups and the RHNA. Where feasible , the City will prioritize regulatory and financial incentives for extremely-low-income housing . 15. Assistance to CHDOs The City will continue to work with local Community Housing Development Organizations to provide affordable housing to meet the needs of lower-income households. In the past, the City assisted the Villa Campesina project, a 62-unit single-family sweat equity development for farm workers and other lower-income households , by reducing development fees. The City also sold property acquired through bond financing to Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation for the Mountain View project, which provides 15 single-family homes for lower-income families and an additional 44 units for moderate-income families. Removal of Government Constraints 16. Density Bonus Program In 2004 the state legislature amended density bonus law (SB 1818). In 2009 , the City amended the General Plan Land Use element and the Zoning Ordinance to go above and beyond State requirements by allowing up to 100% density bonus for affordable housing projects that are 100% affordable to low and very low income households . 17. R·P·D Zone Designation and Planned Development Permit Process The R-P-D Zone designation provides flexibility in the development process to meet · specific housing needs . The R-P-D Zone designation offers various densities that can be tailored to the lot, nature of the development , and local housing needs . The R-P-D Zone provides a mechanism for the development of higher-density housing (up to 20 du/ac) and can be coupled with a density bonus , financial and regulatory incentives to provide affordable housing. In order to further reduce processing time the Zoning Code was amended in the previous planning period to designate the Planning Commission as the final approval authority (rather than City Council); and to modify the required findings for approval to confirming that the project complies with objective development and design standards . 18. Off-Street Parking Requirements In order to facilitate the production of affordable housing , a Code amendment was adopted in the prior planning period to allow reduced off-street parking for projects meeting the requirements of state Density Bonus law (Government Code §65915) when requested by the developer . In addition , the parking requirement for market rate one-bedroom multi-family units were reduced to 1. 75 spaces per unit (including guest parking), one of which must be covered (garage or carport). The City will continue to V-7 V. Housing Plan 8-Year Objective: Assist in the purchase and assembly of land for housing at least twice during the planning period in order to accommodate the City 's fair share of housing needs . 8-Year Objective: Continue to provide regulatory assistance for projects that address local housing needs, including priority for extremely-low-income housing , at least twice during the planning period in order to accommodate the City's fair share of housing needs . 8-Year Objective: Continue to work with local CHDOs by providing assistance for the development of affordable housing in Moorpark , including supportive housing for persons with developmental disabilities . 8-Year Objective: Continue to monitor State density bonus law and make changes to local regulations as necessary to stay current with State law . 8-Year Objective: Continue to use the R-P-D Zone designation to encourage a variety of housing types to address local needs. 8-Year Objective: Continue to monitor parking conditions in residential developments. January 2014 107 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element monitor parking conditions to ensure that Code requirements are appropriate to meet the needs of residents . Equal Housing Opportunity 19. Fair Housing Services Moorpark, in conjunction with Ventura County , will continue to ensure the provision of fair housing services for its residents . These services will include counseling and information on housing discrimination , landlord-tenant dispute resolution, bilingual housing literature , and testing for housing discrimination . The County contracts with a Fair Housing provider through the CDBG program. To facilitate public awareness of these services, the City will assist in making information available to property owners, apartment managers , tenants, local media, and other service organizations. 20. Reasonable Accommodation The Municipal Code establishes procedures for reviewing and approving requests for reasonable accommodation by persons with disabilities consistent with current law. The City will continue to implement the Reasonable Accommodation Ordinance . 21. Child Care Facilities The City of Moorpark complies with state regulations allowing childcare facilities to locate in the City and offers density bonuses for qualified childcare facilities per state law. However, recognizing the shortage and necessity of quality and affordable childcare facilities, the City will pursue the following actions : 1) consider incentives for co-locating childcare facilities in affordable housing ; 2) give priority to funding for acquisition and rehabilitation projects that include family support and childcare facilities ; and 4) continue funding organizations that serve the City of Moorpark children . V-8 V. Housing Plan 8-Year Objective: Continue to support provision of fair housing services and publicize these services throughout the community using the City website and flyers posted in at least five locations. 8-Year Objective: Continue to implement the Reasonable Accommodation Ordinance throughout the planning period. Six-Year Objective: The Zoning Code was reviewed in 2011- 12 and no changes were deemed necessary . Continue to consider incentives for co-locating childcare facilities with affordable housing ; prioritize funding for projects with family support and childcare ; provide funding assistance to support childcare . January 2014 108 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Table V-1 Housing Program Implementation Summary 1. Housing Rehabilitation Program 2. Code Enforcement Residential Sites 3. Sites to Accommodate Fair Share Needs 4. Downtown Specific Program 5. Farmworker Housing 6. Second Units 7. Emergency Shelters and Transitional/ Supportive Housing 8. Single Room Occupancy Preserve and improve neighbor- hoods and housing Provide sufficient sites to address the full range of housing needs identified in the RHNA. Provide loans for a maximum of 25 single-family units & 10 Mobile Homes . Continue code enforcement activities Ensure no net loss of housing capacity. Continue to implement the Downtown Specific Plan Continue to implement the Code regarding farmworker housing regulations . Continue to allow second units . Publicize second unit regulations . Continue to implement the Municipal Code consistent with SB 2. Process an amendment to the Zoning Code concurrent with adoption of the Housing Element to update the definitions of transitional housing and supportive housing consistent with SB 7 45 of 2013 . Continue to implement the . Municipal Code to allow SROs. Provision of Housing and Housing Assistance 9. Section 8 Rental Facilitate rental Continue to participate in the Assistance opportunities Section 8 program , advertise program availability , and encourage rental property owners to register their units with the Housing Authority . 10. Mortgage Credit Facilitate home-Continue to participate in Certificate Program ownership program and advertise opportunities 11 a. Mobile Home Preserve Monitor Mobile Home Park Affordability affordability of affordability. 11 b. Resale Refinance publicly-assisted Continue to monitor the status Restrictions & Option housing of affordable housing to Purchase restrictions. 12. lnclusionary Facilitate the Continue to implement fee Program provision of expenditure priorities ; Use affordable housing inclusionary funds to assist in the development of VL units . V-9 Housing Trust Fund Department Budget Department Budget Department Budget Department Budget Department Budget Department Budget Department Budget Section 8 Vouchers /Certificates Ventura County Department Budget Housing Trust Funds Department Budget , Housing Trust Funds V. Housing Plan CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 Ventura County 2014-2021 Housing Authority RDA 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 CDD 2014-2021 January 2014 109 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Housing Program Program Objective 13. Land Assemblage Assembles property /Di sposition / to encourage Acquisition affordable housing 14 . Regulatory and Provide assistance Financial Assistance to projects that address local housing needs 15. Assistance to Addresses local CHDOs housing needs by working with CHDOs Removal of Government Constraints 16 . Density Bonus Encourage development of affordable housing 17. R-P-D Zone Provide flexibility in Designation and meeting local Planned Development housing needs , Permit Process streamline review process . 18 . Off-Street Parking Reduce parking requirements for affordable housing . Fair and Equal Housing Opportunity 19. Fair Housing Provide fair housing Services services 20 . Reasonable Reduce potential Accommodation constraints to persons with special needs 21 . Childcare Facilities Support additional childcare facilities in conjunction with affordable housing . Summary of Quantified Objectives Income Category Extremely Low Income Very Low Income Low Income Moderate Income Above Moderate Income Program Action Assist in the purchase and assembly of land for housing Continue to provide assistance for projects that address local housing needs. Continue to work with local CHDOs by providing assistance for affordable housing including supportive housing for persons with developmental disabilities .. Continue to facilitate affordable housing development through density bonus and incentives . Continue to use the R-P-D Zone designation to address local housing needs . Continue to allow reduced parking for affordable units. Continue to provide fair housing services Continue to implement the Municipal Code to ensure reasonable accommodation Consider incentives for co- locating childcare facilities with affordable housing ; prioritize funding for projects with family support and childcare ; provide funding assistance to support childcare . New Construction 145 144 197 216 462 V-10 V . Housing Plan Funding Responsible Source Agency Time-Frame Housing Trust COD 2014-2021 Funds and CDBG Housing Trust COD 2014-2021 Funds Housing Trust COD 2014-2021 Funds Department COD 2014-2021 Budget Department COD 2014-2021 Budget Department COD 2014-2021 Budget Department COD 2014-2021 Budget , CDBG funds Department COD 2014-2021 Budget Department COD 2014-2021 Budget ; CDBG funds Rehabilitation 5 Preservation 0 (no at-risk units) 15 15 0 0 January 201 4 110 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix A -Evaluation Appendix A- Evaluation of the 2008-2013 Housing Element Section 65588(a) of the Government Code requires that jurisdictions evaluate the effectiveness of the existing Housing Element, the appropriateness of goals, objectives and policies, and the progress in implementing programs for the previous planning period. This appendix contains a review the housing goals, policies, and programs of the previous Housing Element and evaluates the degree to which these programs have been implemented during the previous planning period , 2008 through 2013 . This analysis also includes an assessment of the appropriateness of goals, objectives and policies . The findings from this evaluation have been instrumental in determining the City's 2014-2021 Housing Implementation Program . Table A-1 summarizes the programs contained in the previous Housing Element along with the source of funding, program objectives, accomplishments, and implications for future policies and actions . Table A-2 evaluates the appropriateness of previous goals and policies, and identifies any changes that are called for in response to the City's experience during the past planning period. Table A-3 presents the City 's progress in meeting the quantified objectives from the previous Housing Element. A-1 January 201 4 111 --N> Ci t y of Mo o r p a r k 20 1 4 - 2 0 2 1 Ho u s i n g El e m e n t Appendix A -Evaluation 1 . Ho u s i n g Re h a b i l i t a t i o n Pr e s e r v e an d Pr o g r a m im p r o v e ne i g h b o r - ho o d s an d ho u s i n g 2 . Co d e Co m p l i a n c e I Pr o v i d e su f f i c i e n t si t e s to ad d r e s s th e fu l l ra n g e of ho u s i n g ne e d s id e n t i f i e d in th e RH N A . 4 . Do w n t o w n Sp e c i f i c I Pr o g r a m 5. Fa r m w o r k e r Ho u s i n g I 6 . Se c o n d Un i t s I 7 . Em e r g e n c y Sh e l t e r s an d Tr a n s i t i o n a l / Su p p o r t i v e Ho u s i n g 8. Si n g l e Ro o m I Oc c u p a n c y Ta b l e A- 1 Ho u s i n g El e m e n t Pr o g r a m Ef f e c t i v e n e s s Ev a l u a t i o n 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 3 Ci t y of Mo o r p a r k Ac c o m p l i s h m e n t s and Objectives for t h e 20 1 3 Housing Element Pr o v i d e lo a n s fo r a ma x i m u m of RD A Se t - A s i d e RD A 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 On g o i n g - 4 Mo b i l e Ho m e loans during this period; no 25 si n g l e - f a m i l y un i t s & 10 . an d Ho u s i n g si n g l e fa m i l y lo a n ap p l i c a t i o n s have been received during Mo b i l e Ho m e s . Tr u s t Fu n d th i s pe r i o d . Co n t i n u e co d e en f o r c e m e n t De p a r t m e n t CO D 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 On g o i n g ac t i v i t i e s Bu d g e t Re z o n e si t e s to t a l i n g 25 .8 ac r e s 3 si t e s to t a l i n g 26 .14 acres were rezoned on September 4 , to al l o w mu l t i - f a m i l y 20 1 3 sa t i s f y i n g th e re q u i r e m e n t s of this program de v e l o p m e n t at a de n s i t y of 20 (O r d i n a n c e s #4 2 1 & 42 2 ) . All 3 sites were rezoned to un i t s / a c r e . RP D -20 U to al l o w mu l t i - f a m i l y development at a density of 20 un i t s / a c r e by -ri g h t . All 3 parcels can accommodate mo r e th a n 16 un i t s an d allow exclusively residential use . I Pr e p a r e Do w n t o w n Sp e c i f i c De p a r t m e n t RD A & CO D 20 1 2 Co m p l e t e d wi t h la t e s t Specific Plan update and update to Pl a n la n d in v e n t o r y Bu d g e t Hi g h st r e e t ar e a pa r k i n g requirements (Ordinance #381 ad o p t e d 9/ 2 / 2 0 0 9 ) I Co m p r e h e n s i v e re v i e w of De p a r t m e n t RD A & CO D 20 1 2 -13 Co m p l e t e d , Or d #4 2 0 (Sept 11 , 2013). Farmworker fa r m w o r k e r ho u s i n g re g u l a t i o n s Bu d g e t ho u s i n g wi t h 36 be d s or 12 units is permitted by-right in & Mu n i c i p a l Co d e am e n d m e n t . an y zo n e wh e r e ag r i c u l t u r e is a permitted use . I Co n t i n u e to al l o w se c o n d un i t s . De p a r t m e n t CO D 20 0 8 -20 1 4 On g o i n g Pu b l i c i z e se c o n d un i t Bu d g e t re g u l a t i o n s . Am e n d th e Mu n i c i p a l Co d e De p a r t m e n t CO D Wit h i n on e Co m p l e t e d , Or d #4 1 5 (Oct 3 , 2012) co n s i s t e n t wi t h SB 2 . Bu d g e t ye a r of Ho u s i n g El e m e n t ad o p t i o n I Am e n d th e Mu n i c i pa l Co d e to I De p a r t m e n t I CO D I Wit h i n on e I Co m p l e t e d , Or d #4 1 5 -Oct 3 , 2012 al l o w S R O s . Bu d g e t ye a r of Ho u s i n g El e m e n t ad o p t i o n A- 2 January 2014 Ci t y of Mo o r p a r k 20 1 4 - 2 0 2 1 Ho u s i n g El e m e n t Appendix A -Evaluation Ac c o m p l i s h m e n t s and Objectives for the 20 1 3 Housing Element Co n t i n u e to pa r t i c i p a t e in th e As s i s t a n c e Se c t i o n 8 pr o g r a m , ad v e r t i s e pr o g r a m av a i l a b i l i t y , an d en c o u r a g e re n t a l pr o p e r t y ow n e r s to re g i s t e r th e i r un i t s wit h th e Ho u s i n g Au t h o r i t y . 10 . Mo r t g a g e Cr e d i t Fa c i l i t a t e ho m e - Co n t i n u e to pa r t i c i p a t e in I Ve n t u r a Co u n t y I RD A I 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 I On g o i n g , no ap p l i c a t i o n s received during this period . Ce r t i f i c a t e Pr o g r a m ow n e r s h i p pr o g r a m an d ad v e r t i s e op p o r t u n i t i e s 11 a . Mo b i l e Ho m e Pr e s e r v e Mo n i t o r Mo b i l e Ho m e Pa r k De p a r t m e n t I RD A I 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 I On g o i n g Af f o r d a b i l i t y af f o r d a b i l i t y of af f o r d a b i l i t y . Bu d g e t 11 b . Re s a l e Re f i n a n c e pu b l i c l y - a s s i s t e d Co n t i n u e to mo n i t o r th e st a t u s RD A Se t - I RD A I 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 I On g o i n g Re s t r i c t i o n s & Op t i o n to ho u s i n g of af f o r d a b l e ho u s i ng As i d e , Ho u s i n g Pu r c h a s e re s t r i c t i o n s . Tr u s t Fu n d s 12 . ln c l u s i o n a r y Pr o g r a m Fa c i l i t a t e th e Ad o p t fe e ex p e n d i t u r e pr i o r it i e s ; De p a r t m e n t I RD A & CD D 12 0 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 I Co m p l e t e d , Up d a t e d City Council Policy (Oct 2 , 2013) pr o v i s i o n of Us e in c l u s i o n a r y fu n d s to as s i s t Bu d g e t , af f o r d a b l e ho u s i ng in th e de v e l o p m e n t of VL un i t s . Ho u s i n g Tr u s t Fu n d s 13 . La n d As s e m b l a g e I As s e m b l e s pr o p e r t y As s i s t in th e pu r c h a s e an d RD A Se t - I RD A 12 0 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 11 6 lo t s ha v e be e n pu r c h a s e d for potential assemblage /D i s p o s i t i o n / Ac q u i s i t i o n to en c o u r a g e as s e m b l y of la n d fo r ho u s i n g As i d e , Fu n d s du r i n g th i s pe r i o d . af f o r d a b l e ho u s i n g an d CD B G 14 . Re g u l a t o r y an d I Pr o v i d e as s i s t a n c e Co n t i n u e to pr o v i d e as s i s t a n c e RD A Se t - A s i d e I CD D 1 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 I On g o i n g Fi n a n c i a l As s i s t a n c e to pr o j e c t s th a t fo r pr o j e c t s th a t ad d r e s s lo c a l or Ho u s i n g ad d r e s s lo c a l ho u s i n g ne e d s . Tr u s t Fu n d s ho u s i n g ne e d s 15 . As s i s t a n c e to CH D O s Ad d r e s s e s lo c a l Co n t i n u e to wo r k wi t h lo c a l · RD A Se t - RD A & CD D 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 On g o i n g , no CH D O s have requested assistance during ho u s i n g ne e d s by CH D O s by pr o v i d i n g as s i s t a n c e As i d e , Ho u s i n g th i s pe r i o d . wo r k i n g wi t h CH D O s fo r af f o r d a b l e ho u s i n g . Tr u s t Fu n d s 16 . De n s i t y Bo n u s I En c o u r a g e Co n t i n u e to fa c i l i t a t e af f o r d a b l e de v e l o p m e n t of ho u s i n g de v e l o p m e n t th r o u g h af f o r d a b l e ho u s i n g de n s i t y bo n u s an d in c e n t i v e s . 17 . R- P - D Zo n e Pr o v i d e fl e x i b i l i t y in Co n t i n u e to us e th e R- P ~D De p a r t m e n t CD D 20 0 8 - 2 0 1 4 Co m p l e t e d , Or d s #4 2 1 and #422 (Sept 11 , 2013) De s i g n a t i o n an d Pl a n n e d me e t i n g lo c a l Zo n e de s i g n a t i o n to ad d r e s s Bu d g e t De v e l o p m e n t Pe r m i t ho u s i n g ne e d s , lo c a l ho u s i n g ne e d s . Am e n d Pr o c e s s st r e a m l i n e re v i e w th e Pl a n n e d De v e l o p m e n t A- 3 January 2014 ~ ~ w Ci t y of Mo o r p a r k 20 1 4 -20 2 1 Ho u s i n g El e m e n t Appendix A -Evaluation Fu n d i n g Re s p o n s i b l e Ac c o m p l i s h m e n t s and Objectives for the Ho u s i n g Pr o g r a m . l Pr o g r a m Ob j e c t i v e Pr o g r a m Ac t i o n I So u r c e Ag e n c y Ti m e - F r a m e 20 1 3 Housing Element pr o c e s s . Pe r m i t re v i e w pr o c e s s to de s i g n a t e th e Pl a n n i n g Co m m i s s i o n as th e fi n a l ap p r o v a l au t h o r i t y (r a t h e r th a n Ci t y Co u n c i l ) ; an d mo d i f y th e re q u i r e d fi n d i n g s fo r ap p r o v a l to co n f i r m i n g th a t th e pr o j e c t co m p l i e s wit h ob j e c t i v e de v e l o p m e n t an d de s i g n st a n d a r d s . 18 . Of f - S t r e e t Pa r k i n g I Re d u c e pa r k i n g j Pr o c e s s a Co d e am e n d m e n t to De p a r t m e n t CO D 20 1 2 Co m p l e t e d , Or d #4 2 0 (Sept 11 , 2013) re q u i r e m e n t s fo r re d u c e pa r k i n g re q u i r e m e n t s . Bu d g e t af f o r d a b l e ho u s i ng . 19 . Fa i r Ho u s i ng Se r v i c e s I Pr o v i d e fa i r ho u s i n g se r v i c e s I co o 20 . De f i n i t i o n of Fa m i l y I Re d u c e po t e n t i a l j Mu n i c i p a l Co d e am e n d m e n t j De p a r t m e n t I 20 1 0 - 1 1 I Co m p l e t e d , Or d #4 1 5 (Oct 3 , 2012) co n s t r a i n t s to Bu d g e t pe r s o n s wit h sp e c i a l ne e d s 21 . Re a s o n a b l e I Re d u c e po t e n t i a l Mu n i c i p a l Co d e am e n d m e n t De p a r t m e n t co o 20 1 0 - 1 1 Co m p l e t e d , Or d #4 2 0 (Sept 11 , 2013) Ac c o m m o d a t i o n co n s t r a i n t s to Bu d g e t pe r s o n s wit h sp e c i a l ne e d s 22 . Ch i l d c a r e Fa c i l i t i e s I Su p p o r t ad d i t i o n a l Re v i e w Zo n i n g Co d e in 20 1 1 - De p a r t m e n t CO D 20 1 1 -12 an d On g o i n g ch i l d c a r e fa c i l i t i e s in 12 ; co n s i d e r in c e n t i v e s fo r co - Bu d g e t ; CD B G on g o i n g co n j u n c t i o n wit h lo c a t i n g ch i l d c a r e fa c i l i t i e s wi t h fu n d s af f o r d a b l e ho u s i n g . af f o r d a b l e ho u s i n g ; pr i o r i t i z e fu n d i n g fo r pr o j e c t s w i th fa m i l y su p p o r t an d ch i l d c a r e ; pr o v i d e fu n d i n g as s i s t a n c e to su p p o r t ch i l d c a r e . A -4 January 2014 --~ City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix A -Evaluation Table A-2 Appropriateness of Housing Element Goals and Policies Assure the quality , safety , and habitability of existing housing and the continued high quality of Appropriate -retain residential neighborhoods . Policy 1.1 Continue to monitor and enforce building and property maintenance code standards Appropriate -retain in residential neighborhoods . Policy 1.2 Continue to provide City public safety services , infrastructure maintenance , graffiti Appropriate -retain removal , and other public services to maintain the quality of the housing stock , neighborhoods , and the environment. Policy 1.3 Promote increased awareness among property owners and residents of the Appropriate -retain importance of property maintenance to long -term housing quality. Policy 1.4 Continue to promote the repair , revitalization , and rehabilitation of residential Appropriate -retain structures which have fallen into disrepair. Policy 1.5 Support the preservation and maintenance of historically and architecturally Appropriate -reta in significant buildings and neighborhoods . Adequate Residential Sites 2 Provide residential sites through land use , zoning and specific plan designations to provide a Appropriate -retain range of housing opportunities commensurate with the city 's needs . Policy 2.1 Identify adequate sites which will be made available and zoned at the appropriate Retain as revised for the densities , to facilitate goals set forth in the 20 14-202 1 RHNA . new planning period. Policy 2.2 Ensure residential sites have appropriate public services , facilities , circulation , and Appropriate -retain other needed infrastructure to support development. Pol icy 2.3 Investigate rezoning or redesignation of commercial lots that are no longer Appropriate -retain economically viable uses to appropriate residentia l uses . Policy 2.4 Promote and encourage mixed-use residential and commercial uses where Appropriate -retain appropriate as a means to facilitate development. Housing Assistance and Special Needs 3 Expand and protect housing opportunities for lower income households and special needs Appropriate -retain groups . Policy 3.1 Use public financial resources , tp the extent feasible , to support the provision and Appropriate -retain production of housing for lower-income households and persons and families with special needs . Policy 3.2 Provide rental assistance to address existing hous ing problems and provide Appropriate -retain homeownership assistance to expand housing opportunities . Policy 3.3 Support the conservation of Mobile Home parks , historic neighborhoods , publicly-Appropriate -retain subsidized hous ing , and other sources of affordable housing . Policy 3.4 Require , in aggregate , 10% of new units to be affordable to lower-income Appropriate -reta in households . Establish priority for usage of in-lieu fee as follows : 1•1priority- production of affordable housing ; 2°d --subsidy of affordable housing ; 3rd --housing rehabilitation ; and 41h priority --housing assistance . Removal of Government Constraints 4 Where appropriate , mitigate unnecessary governmental constraints to the maintenance , Appropriate -retain improvement , and development of housing . Policy4 .1 Periodically rev iew City regulations , ordinances , fees /exactions to ensure they do not Approp ri ate -retain unduly constrain the production , maintenance , and improvement of housing . Policy 4.2 Offer regulatory incentives and concessions for affordable housing , such as relief Appropriate -reta in from development standards , dens ity bonuses , or fee waivers where deemed to be appropriate . Policy 4.3 Provide for streamlined , timely , and coordinated processing of resident ial projects to Appropriate -retain minimize holding costs and encourage housing production . A-5 January 201 4 115 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix A -Evaluation Goal Policy Appropriateness Policy4.4 Support infill development at suitable locations and provide, where appropriate, Appropriate -retain incentives to facilitate such development. Fair and Equal Housing Opportunity 5 Ensure fair and equal housing opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, sex, marital Appropriate -retain status, family type, ancestry, national origin, color, disability or other protected status . Policy 5.1 Provide fair housing services to residents and assure that residents are aware of their Appropriate -retain rights and responsibilities with respect to fair housing. Policy 5.2 Discourage discrimination in either the sale or rental of housing on the basis of state Appropriate -retain or federal protected classes. Policy 5.3 Implement appropriate action items identified in the Ventura County Analysis of Appropriate -retain Impediments to ensure fair and equal access to housing. A-6 January 2014 116 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix A -Evaluation Table A-3 Progress in Achieving Quantified Objectives 2008-2013 Very Low (Extremely Low) 363(181) Low 292 Moderate 335 Above Moderate 627 Total 1,617 Rehabilitation Very Low (Extremely Low) 20 Low 15 Moderate Above Moderate Total 35 Preservation of Units at Risk of Conversion ** Very Low Low Moderate Above Moderate Total Notes : 16 39 93 456 603 1 Mobile Home unit 3 Mobile Home units *Quantified objective and progress for new construction reflect units built 2006-2012 , per the previous RHNA **There were no at-risk units in the previous period A-7 January 2014 117 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix A -Evaluation This page intentionally left blank. A-8 January 2014 118 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix B -Residential Land Inventory Appendix B Residential Land Inventory 1. Assumptions and Methodology The assumptions and methodology for the residential land inventory are provided below and summarized in Tables B-1 through B-3. Affordability assumptions are based on deed restrictions or market conditions (for approved projects) as described in Chapter II (Needs Assessment). Market conditions indicate that attached housing units are likely to be affordable to moderate-income households in Moorpark. Sites without project entitlements as assigned to the lower-income category if the allowable density is 20 units/acre or more, pursuant to state law13 • 2. Approved Projects Projects that are approved but not yet completed, are shown in Table B-1. These projects include 51 very-low-income units, 61 low-income units, 196 moderate units, and 77 6 above-moderate units. Income categories are based on specific project requirements or market conditions, as described in Section 1 above. Given the uncertainty in the current economic climate, it should be recognized that the anticipated development schedule noted for each project is based on City experience with typical development projects. If the recovery in the real estate market proceeds more slowly than expected, the development timeline for some projects may be delayed. Pending Projects Pending projects are those with filed applications but no approval has been granted. The status and anticipated characteristics of these projects are described below. The potential units for these projects are summarized in Table B-2. The estimated n_umber of lower-income units is based on the default density of 20 units/acre. • The "Specific Plan-1 Hitch Ranch" project consists of 283 acres of vacant land located north of the Union Pacific Railroad, west of Walnut Canyon Road (Highway 23), and east of Gabbert Road. An application has been filed for a Zone Change, General Plan Amendment, development agreement, residential planned development permit and a tract map to allow construction of 755 dwelling units, 3 acres of institutional use, and open space. The project is currently undergoing review, an EIR scoping meeting has been held and environmental review is underway. Final entitlement review is expected to occur in 2014, which would allow subdivision maps and building permits to be issued during the current planning period . The site slopes downward from north to south and has available utility connections and services. There are no additional city requirements that would affect the rate of construction or limit the number of housing units that can be constructed at any one time, following approval of entitlements. The estimate of 468 lower- 13 Government Code Sec. 65583.2(c)(3)(B) provides that a density of 20 units/acre is deemed to be appropriate for lower-income housing in Moorpark. B-1 January 2014 119 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix B -Residential Land Inventory income units for this project is based on the rezoning of a 23.44-acre portion of the site that was designated for multi-family development at 20 units/acre in 2013 {see Figure B-1 ). No specific development project has been submitted to the City for this high-density planning area. The developer has indicated that the entire planning area may be sold to a multi-family builder. • The "RPO 2005-02 {Chiu)" project consists of a 2+ acre site on the north side of Everett Street, east of Walnut Canyon Road (Highway 23). An application has been filed for a Zone Change, General Plan Amendment, development agreement, residential planned development permit and a condominium tract map to allow construction of a 60-unit condominium building with 125 parking spaces. The city is currently negotiating the development agreement with the applicant and preparation of a Negative Declaration is underway with the public hearings anticipated for a 60-unit condominium project. The site slopes downward from north to south and has available utility connections and services. Final entitlement review is expected to occur in 2014, which would allow building permits to be issued during the current planning period. There are no additional city requirements that would affect the rate of construction or limit the number of housing units that can be constructed at any one time, following approval of entitlements. Although no entitlements have yet been approved for this property, the affordability levels shown in Table B-2 assume that only 203 of the units will be restricted to lower-income households because the developer has expressed the intention of building the entire project as condominiums. • The "RPO 2007-01 Casey Road -Mansi" project consists of 48.2 acres of vacant land on the north side of Casey Road , west of Walnut Canyon Road, {Highway 23). An application has been filed for a Zone Change, General Plan Amendment, development agreement, residential planned development permit and a tract map to allow construction of 390 senior housing units. The site is moderately sloping on the west and east with a shallow valley in the middle of the site. The application is currently incomplete and CEQA analysis has not yet begun . The property has available utility connections and services . Final entitlement review is expected to occur in 2014, which would allow building permits to be issued during the current planning period. There are no additional city requirements that would affect the rate of construction or limit the number of housing units that can be constructed at any one time, following approval of entitlements. • The "Pacific Communities " project consists of 37.09 acres on the South Side of Los Angeles Avenue between Leta Yancy Road and Maureen Lane {see Figure B-2). An application has been filed for a Zone Change, General Plan Amendment, development agreement, residential planned development permit and a tract map to allow construction of 157 single-family detached dwellings and 300 attached units with integrated recreation areas for the community. The application is currently incomplete and CEQA analysis has not yet begun . The property is relatively flat and is bound on the southern perimeter by the Arroyo Simi. Remainder lot areas within the Arroyo Simi would be dedicated to the Ventura County Flood Protection District. The property B-2 January 2014 120 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix B -Residential Land Inventory has available utility connections and services. Final entitlement review is expected to occur in 2014-15, which would allow building permits to be issued during the current planning period. There are no additional city requirements that would affect the rate of construction or limit the number of housing units that can be constructed at any one time, following approval of entitlements. A total of 300 lower-income units are assumed for this project based on a 15- acre planning area that is proposed at a density of 20 units/acre. Only conceptual development plans have been submitted to the City for this high- density planning area, and the anticipated entitlement would allow reconfiguration of the site plan to accommodate different product types. The developer has indicated that the planning area may be sold to a multi-family builder. As noted in Program 3, the City will take proactive steps to encourage and facilitate affordable housing development in this multi-family planning area. B-3 January 2014 121 _. . . ! ' \ ) ! ' \ ) Ci t y of Mo o r p a r k 20 1 4 - 2 0 2 1 Ho u s i n g El e m e n t ap e o t t l l Pl a n 1 ~.t t d l N 1 ln n M a r y ilJ l ' I M , . . . . A N • 1M n l n 8 A i i 9 1 ... . L.. O t • L •V , Dr " ' f c da t e tO ~'i .09 Fi g u r e B- 1 Co n c e p t u a l Hi t c h Ra n c h Pl a n B- 4 Ap p e n d i x B - Residential Land Inventory HITCH RA N CH SPECIFIC PLA N FIGURE 2-lC 755 Uni/ land Use Plan •• m • II 1concepfu3l Plan I Development Pt.a.n 2.7 January 2014 _. . . N w Ci t y of Mo o r p a r k 20 1 4 - 2 0 2 1 Ho u s i n g El e m e n t Fi g u r e B- 2 Co n c e p t u a l Pa c i f i c Co m m u n i t i e s Pl a n ST i l ! : S T 91 : C T I O N AT IF D B- 5 Ap p e n d i x B - Residential Land Inventory rn ·~ ~ w ! £ S . __ _; -· January 2014 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix B -Residential Land Inventory 3. Vacant Land The City's inventory of vacant land suitable for residential development is described below and summarized in Table B-3. • The "Waste Management" property consists of 256 acres of vacant land, comprised of varied topography consisting of a valley ringed by moderately sloped foothills. This property is constrained by limited vehicular access, valuable natural habitat and wildlife corridors and floodways. No entitlement applications have been submitted for th is property. The realistic capacity for this site (under current general plan) has been estimated at 6 units based on the 1 unit/40 acres land use designation. The realistic potential for multi-family development is not known at this time, since this area has not been the focus of any development studies. There are no known environmental constraints that would preclude development during this planning period. • The "Rasmussen" property consists of 68 acres of vacant land. The topography consists of mild to moderately sloping land adjacent to a rural large-lot equestrian oriented neighborhood. The realistic capacity for this site (under current Agricultural Exclusive zoning) has been estimated to be 1 unit based on density allowed in the AE zone . A General Plan amendment pre-screening application to increase density has been submitted and is under review. There is estimated to be potential capacity of up to 150 housing units on this property, which will be studied as part of the application review process. There are no known environmental constraints that would preclude development during this planning period. • The "AB Properties-North Village" property consists of 82.8 acres of vacant land . The realistic capacity for this site (under current zoning) has been estimated to be 16 units based on Rural Exclusive-5Acre zoning allowing 1 DU I 5 acres. A General Plan amendment. pre-screening application has been approved to allow the processing of a request to increase density to allow up to 50 large-lot single-family homes on this property. Affordable housing would be provided off-site as determined through . a development agreement, which is required for this project. There are no known environmental constraints that would preclude development during this planning period . • The "La Perch" property is a 25.73-acre site which has one single-family residence, one second unit and an equestrian boarding facility. The property is sloped and the useable areas are mostly comprised of a moderate slope leading up to a hilltop, with steeper unusable slopes dropping off to the west and north toward Walnut Canyon Road (Highway 23), and east to Spring Road. This property is adjacent to the Moorpark Highlands master planned residential community and is accessible from existing roadways, and has available utility connections and services. The realistic capacity for this site (under current zoning) has been estimated to be 2 units based on the Rural Agricultural-1 OAcre zoning , allowing 1 DU I 10 acres . No entitlement applications have been submitted for this property. The potential for higher- density development is currently unknown for this site, as no applications have been submitted. However, portions of the site are adjacent the Moorpark B-6 January 2014 124 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix B -Residential Land Inventory Highlands master planned community which consists of a variety of densities , some of which are detached single-family homes and one neighborhood contains an attached tri-plex. The site appears to be developable at a similar density to that of adjacent single-family detached neighborhoods, with the steeper portions of the site remaining as natural sloped areas. There are no known environmental constraints that would preclude development during this planning period. • The "Old Fire Station Properties " (four contiguous parcels that can be consolidated) total approximately 1.36 acres, are owned by the City of Moorpark, with the intention of consolidation and resale to developers for construction of affordable housing. These properties are mostly undeveloped land except for an old unused fire station office and garage, and a vacant commercial office building. These properties are gently sloping from west to east with a drop in elevation of approximately five feet. These properties have access from Walnut Canyon Road (Highway 23), Charles Street, Walnut Street and Everett Street with available utility connections and services. The current capacity for this site is only 2 units based on current zoning of R-1 , Commercial Office and Institutional. However, the anticipated capacity for the project is estimated at 20-25 un its based on a density of 20 to 25 units/acre. There are no known environmental constra ints that would preclude development during this planning period. The site has excellent potential for affordable housing development during the planning period and the City completed a zoning amendment for the site to RPD-20-U in 2013 . • The "Walnut Canyon Road Properties" total 2.37 acres, are owned by the City of Moorpark and are being acquired for potential consolidation and construction of affordable housing units . Several of the parcels are contiguous, and it is anticipated that lots will be consolidated for the clustering of new developments. These properties are accessed from Walnut Cpnyon Road (Highway 23), with available utility connections and services. The properties are gently sloping towards the west and some lots have large slopes at the western perimeters of the properties. All of these lots have draihage easements along the western perimeter and some have an open drainage channel in these areas. The realistic capacity for this site (under current zoning) has been estimated at 18 units based on the Rural Exclusive zoning of 4 DU/ Acre with a 1003 density bonus for affordable housing. This could result in approximately 18 affordable housing units being constructed on this site . There are no known environmenta l constraints that would preclude development during this planning period . The City is currently in negotiations with a developer on an agreement fo r an affordable housing project. • The "Charles Street" propert ies are 3 properties totaling 0.53 acre owned by the City. Two of the properties are contiguous and the other property is separated by a non-agency owned parcel. These properties are being consolidated for resale to a developer. Two of the properties are relatively flat with the topography having a gradual slope down to High Street. The third property is at a similar grade elevation as High street and is generally flat. All properties are currently unimproved with available utility connections and B-7 January 2014 125 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix B -Residential Land Inventory services. The realistic capacity for this site (under current zoning) has been estimated to be a total of 6 units based on Residential Planned Development 7-14 DU/ Acre zoning. The anticipated density for the project is 20 units/acre. At 1003 affordable, this would result in a potential for construction of 10 affordable housing units. There are no known environmental constraints that would preclude development of this property during the current planning period. The City is currently exploring options for affordable housing development and it is feasible that rezoning could occur during the current planning period. 4. Second Units The Zoning Code allows second units in single-family residential districts, pursuant to state law. A total of nine second unit permits have been issued from 2005 to 2013, or an average of about one unit per year. It is anticipated that second unit development will continue at a similar pace during the 2014-2021 planning period, which would result in 8 additional units. Based on affordability categories (see Chapter 11) these units are expected to rent in the Very-Low and Low-income ranges. 5. Land Inventory Summary The following chart summarizes the City's residential development potential compared to the RHNA allocation for the 2014-2021 planning period. This table demonstrates that the City has sufficient capacity to accommodate the RHNA in all income categories for the planning period. I Income Category Site Category Lower Mod Above Total Approved projects (Table B-1) 112 196 776 1,084 Pending projects (Table B-1) 312 48 834 1,194 Potential second units 8 8 Vacant land -residential (Table B-3) 521 52 573 Subtotal 945 244 1,662 2,851 RHNA (2014-2021) 486 216 462 1, 164 Adequate capacity Yes Yes Yes Yes Source : City of Moorpark Community Development Dept., 2013 B-8 January 2014 126 __ . N> - . 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B- 1 2 January 2014 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Housing Element Appendix C -Public Participation Summary Appendix C Public Participation Summary This summary of Housing Element public participation efforts describes opportunities for public involvement along with an explanation of how public comments were incorporated into the Housing Element . In addition, prior to the adoption hearings all interested parties were given the opportunity to review proposed revisions. Public participation is an important component of the planning process , and this update to the Housing Element has provided residents and other interested parties numerous opportunities for review and comment. Public notices of all Housing Element meetings and public hearings were published in the local newspaper in advance of each meeting, as well as posting the notices on the City's website . The draft Housing Element was made available for review at City Hall , posted on the City's website, as well as at the Public Library. The document was also made available to housing advocates and non- profit organizations representing the interests of lower-income persons and those with special housing needs . The following organizations with an interest in housing for lower- income households were included in the notices of all public meetings for this Housing Element update: Tanya McMahan Daniela Ramirez Bernardo Perez Milton E. Radant Constructing Connections/Worklife Child Development Resources House Farm Workers Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation Habitat for Humanity Simi Valley , CA Debra Vernon Communications and Corporate Responsibility Amer ican Water , Western Region Susan Englund VC Homeless & Housing Coalition Eileen McCarthy California Rural Legal Assistance Environmental Services City of Simi Valley Community Development Dpt. City of Thousand Oaks Resource Management Agency County of Ventura Gloria Miguez Interested Citizen After receiving comments on the draft Housing Element from the State Housing and Community Development Department, a proposed final Housing Element was prepared and made available for public review prior to adoption by the City Council . The following is a list of public meetings held to rev iew the 2014-2021 Housing Element: C ity Council Study Session Planning Commission hearing City Council hearing October 2, 2013 December 17 , 2013 January 14, 2014 C-1 January 2014 131 City of Moorpark 2014-2021 Hous ing Element Appendix C -Public Participation Summary Table C-1 below summarizes the public comments received during the review of the draft Housing Element along with a description of how those comments have been addressed. Table C-1 Housing Element Comments and Responses Summary Comment Response Dr . David Lopez-Lee , presenting a letter Staff indicated to the Planning Commission that the submitted by Bernardo Perez , Chair of House additional adjectives of "local investment" may not be Farm Workers , indicated that while there was necessary since the goals and policies adequately cover support for the 2014-2021 Housing Element the City's commitments in providing identification of Update , the letter requested including the suitable parcels for residential development and already words "local investment in " in Goals and ensures residential sites have appropriate services and Policies that were prepared for the draft facilities . Furthermore staff indicated that comments Housing Element. Also , the identified housing relating to access burdens to the Majestic Court site are site at the southeast end of Majestic Court not substantiated because an access easement to th is seems to be burdened with access and property has already been acquired from Shea Homes . infrastructure issues . The Planning Commission concurred with staff's response on the questions raised . C-2 January 20 14 132