AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: March 21, 2023
Item Number:
To: Honorable Mayor & City Council
From: Masa Alkire, AICP, City Planner
Reina Kapadia, AICP, Associate Planner
Subject: 2022 DRAFT GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL REPORT
Attachments: 1. Draft 2022 General Plan Annual Report
2. City-Owned Land Inventory
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council receive the Draft General Plan Annual Report (Attachment 1) for 2022 and direct staff to submit the report to the State.
INTRODUCTION
This staff report is provided to the City Council annually because the State requires all jurisdictions to file an annual report of progress made in implementing programs in the General Plan, including programs contained in the Housing Element. The City’s General Plan includes dozens of programs, many of which have several identified actions. The report in Attachment 1 summarizes the City’s efforts to implement the General Plan programs, with updates specifically related to implementation activities that took place during the 2022 calendar year. This report was presented to the Planning Commission at their February 23, 2023 meeting for review. State law also requires that the City review City and Parking Authority owned land to consider whether such land is surplus or in excess of the City’s foreseeable needs. This report includes an inventory of Cityowned land (Attachment 2). In 2022, no City-owned land was declared surplus.
This staff report provides a high level overview of the information the City reports to the state each year. The state also requires the city to submit detailed informational spreadsheets about housing production activity. The detailed spreadsheets prepared for the state are available for public review at www.beverlyhills.org/housingelementupdate.
It should be noted that the required format of these spreadsheets make the document illegible when printed and therefore they are provided on line for ease of viewing.
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Meeting Date: March 21, 2023
After the Council’s review, the report will be submitted to the state Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and to the state Office of Planning and Research (OPR) by the April 1, 2023 deadline.
DISCUSSION
Status updates are provided for all of the programs in the General Plan in Attachment 1.
Several highlights from the attached report are outlined in following table.
Action Description
Latest Comprehensive
Update
January 12, 2010 - Comprehensively updated all elements in the General Plan, deleted the Scenic Highway Element, and created the Public Service and Historic Preservation Elements.
General Plan
Amendments Since
the 2010 Update
February 21, 2023 – Re-adoption of the 2021-2029 Housing Element November 21, 2022 – Adoption of a General Plan Amendment to apply the Cheval Blanc Specific Plan for a mixed use commercial and luxury hotel development project located at 456 and 468 North Rodeo Drive; 449, 451, and 453 North Beverly Drive; and 461 through 465 North Beverly Drive.
May 10, 2022 – Adoption of the updated Safety Element.
October 12, 2021 – Adoption of the 2021-2029 Housing Element June 8, 2021 – Adoption of a General Plan Amendment in connection with a residential and hotel development project located at 9850, 9876, 9900 and 9988 Wilshire Boulevard
November 17, 2020 – Amendment of the General Plan Land Use Map to include the Mixed Use Overlay Zone
February 18, 2020 – Amendment of the General Plan Land Use Map to establish a Mixed Use planned development (M-PD-5) Land Use Designation and apply it to the project site located at 9908 S. Santa Monica Boulevard
December 17, 2019 - Amendment of the Safety Element to include the City’s Updated Hazard Mitigation Management Plan
December 17, 2013 - Adoption of the 2014-2021 Housing Element November 15, 2011 - Adoption of the 2006-2013 Housing Element November 15, 2011 - Amendment of the Safety Element to include the City’s Hazard Mitigation Management Plan (2015-2021 Hazard Mitigation Management Plan currently underway)
2022 Significant
Accomplishments
The table beginning
page 4 of Attachment 1
highlights
accomplishments and
Housing Element: The City adopted its Housing Element for the 2021-2029 planning period on October 12, 2021, amended the Housing Element based on comments received from the state Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), and the City Council re-adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element at its meeting on February 21, 2023. The City is currently working with HCD to obtain certification.
Meeting Date: March 21, 2023
progress made on
programs in the General
Plan. Some of the
significant
accomplishments are
noted to the right.
Safety Element: The City worked on updating its Safety Element in 2021-2022 to comply with state law requirements by analyzing potential risks related to natural disasters and public emergencies, and including goals and policies to help prepare for and mitigate such hazards. The 2022 update to the Safety Element included an included an assessment of Environmental Justice, which is defined as the "fair treatment of people of all races, cultures, and incomes with respect to the development, adoption, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations and policies;" this analysis is detailed in the “Equity Planning” section under “Additional Content” heading in the Annual Report in Attachment 1. The Safety Element was adopted by the City Council on May 10, 2022 and is incorporated into the General Plan.
OpenBH: During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City created the OpenBH program to assist businesses with opening up their services outside including opening up outdoor dining on sidewalks, parking lots, and in parklets (parking metered spaces). This allowed businesses that were restricted to outdoor only services during the pandemic to still generate income while complying with current Health Orders. In 2022, the City began a coordinated inter-departmental study on formalizing the interim OpenBH program into a permanent program permitting outdoor dining in public spaces. The City is creating regulations and standards to make the successful OpenBH program permanent. As part of this effort, the City Council has created two subcommittees to study these regulations including:
• OpenBH Design and Operation Subcommittee
• OpenBH Code Changes and Fees Subcommittee
Together, these subcommittees will develop draft regulations and standards for open air dining and parklets in the City. The goal is to harness the lessons learned from the OpenBH program in order to make a more successful, vibrant, long term outdoor dining program in the City.
Real Time Watch Center: The Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) launched a Real Time Watch Center (RTWC) in June 2022.
The RTWC enhances public safety across the city by utilizing state-ofthe-art technology to assist in patrol, surveillance, response, and dispatch of public safety operations. Components of the RTWC include CCTV cameras, automatic license plate readers, drone unmanned aerial systems, and Live911 software that allows for live monitoring of emergency response and immediate dispatch response.
Business with Bosse: During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new initiative to bolster the local economy by spotlighting local businesses in rotating monthly community gatherings at the showcased business’ location. In 2022, 17 Business with Bosse events were held showcasing different local business establishments across the city.
Meeting Date: March 21, 2023
Mayor’s Mental Wellness Series: During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new initiative to promote mental health and wellness throughout the community by hosting prominent speakers and events, which are open to all and free-of-charge.
Live with Lili: During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new initiative to host regular hybrid public forums where members of the public gain direct access to their local elected officials to share ideas, suggestions, and thoughts in an approachable and accessible format.
Just in Case BH: In 2022, the Just in Case BH program continued to provide residents with emergency preparedness training, crime prevention, and communication networks for disseminating information, while negating rumors or misleading reports. The City's primary communications platform is Everbridge. The City also uses Nixle text alerts through which residents and business owners sign up to receive emergency notifications.
Complete Streets: The City Council adopted a Complete Streets Plan in 2021 to address pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and automobile activity in the City, which considers multi-modal improvements like an electric car share program as part of first-last mile solutions to the future Metro Purple Line subway stations (under construction). Part of the process included updating the Bicycle Master Plan. The plan also considers emerging transportation trends, including autonomous and connected vehicles, and dockless mobility; changes to parking policies such as through shared use agreements (to better accommodate demand); a curbside management pilot program; and real time travel information at bus stops. In 2022, the City made progress on implementation of the Complete Streets Plan, including the design, approval, and installation of various bikeways (including the 14-mile Minimum Grid bikeway network); adoption of streetscape standards (including bus stop standards) to improve walkability to the future subway stations; start of design for a second portal to the Wilshire/Rodeo subway station; kick off of the Clifton-Le Doux Corridor Mobility Study to improve active transportation access to the future subway stations; expanded EV infrastructure; and program development for a transit pilot.
Connect Beverly Hills: On January 4, 2022, the City Council adopted streetscape standards for Wilshire and La Cienega Boulevards (Connect Beverly Hills) to improve walkability and provide options for sustainable infrastructure and storm water management practices. The standards have started to be incorporated into conditions of approval for new developments and street restoration by Metro.
Renewable Electricity: Since 2018, the City of Beverly Hills has been a member of the Clean Power Alliance (CPA). The CPA provides renewable electricity to its members. In October 2022, Beverly Hills began using 100% renewable electricity. As a result, the City will be reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy production by 186 million pounds annually.
Meeting Date: March 21, 2023
Climate Action and Adaptation: Over the course of 2022, the City continued to develop the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) which explores metrics to reduce transportation impacts on air quality and climate change. The goal of the CAAP is to provide a pathway to carbon-neutrality by 2045 by adopting greenhouse gas reduction measures focusing on building energy efficiency, carbon-free energy source, transportation and reduction of waste. The CAAP also provides climate change resiliency strategies by hardening key infrastructure and providing services during a severe weather event.
The CAAP is anticipated to be adopted in 2023.
Stormwater Capture: In 2022, the City continued construction of the Burton Way Median Green Street and Water Efficient Landscape Project. The project has the potential to capture approximately 94 acrefeet a year of dry and wet weather urban runoff from a 211 acres of drainage area. The captured runoff is treated at the swales and will be used to irrigate the landscape. The project is expected to be completed by the summer of 2023.
Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO): The City completed its fifth Annual Rent Registration cycle for all multi-family properties subject to the RSO. The Rent Stabilization Division administers approximately 7,700 units of multi-family properties to: promote the stability of renter populations, maintain quality of the City’s multi-family housing stock, and protect occupants from unreasonable rent increases while recognizing a housing provider’s right to receive a fair return form the rental property. .
Homelessness and Social Service Response: In order to maintain the social service safety net as a public service policy stated in the City’s General Plan, the City allocates General Fund dollars to Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF), which is administered by the Human Services Division. In FY 2022-23, the Human Services Division issued over $2 million in Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF). Agencies funded through CAGF provide social services to the most vulnerable members of the community including homeless individuals, active and frail elderly, disabled and low-means residents. By funding a safety net, the City establishes a continuum of care that improves coordination across providers, increases access and availability of services to community members and supports the quality of life in Beverly Hills.
In February 2022, the Human Services Division collaborated with LAHSA (Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority) on the annual point-in-time homeless count and to learn about regional resources and funding opportunities. As part of Enhanced Services for the Unhoused, in 2022 the City Council authorized the procurement of a software system designed to track and provide case management services to the unhoused in Beverly Hills to more acutely provide assistance to the unhoused in the community.
Meeting Date: March 21, 2023
Affordable Housing: In 2022, the City released an RFQ/P to identify qualified development teams that could develop a senior citizen affordable housing project on City-owned property. This RFQ/P process includes an assessment of feasible locations for future affordable housing developments. The City has reviewed more than 30 proposals from 13 developers across 7 different sites. The City is in the process of evaluating proposals from short listed candidates.
Historic Preservation: By 2022, the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Properties included 44 local landmarks. In 2022, six Golden Shields were awarded to additional cultural points of interest in the City. To date, there have been 26 Golden Shield nominations by the Cultural Heritage Commission. In November and December 2022, the first two Golden Shield plaques were installed in the ground commemorating the cultural significance of the Doña Maria Rita Valdez de Villa Homestead and the Gershwin Residence.
The City is currently making progress on a majority of the programs in the General Plan.
Status updates on each program are outlined in the attached report starting on Page 7 of the attached Draft General Plan Annual Report. Full housing data spreadsheets (the state required “Draft Housing Element Annual Progress Report Form”) for 2022 are available at www.beverlyhills.org/housingelementupdate.
Affordable Housing Units and Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) Each year the City is required to report to the State the number of housing units permitted and the progress made toward the fulfillment of its Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation. The RHNA allocation is the minimum number of housing units for which each jurisdiction must provide “adequate sites” through zoning, as assigned by the State and the regional planning agency. The City of Beverly Hills was allocated the following RHNA for the 2021-2029 Housing Element Cycle:
Housing Projects with Issued Building Permits in 2022: In 2022, the City issued building permits for 20 new single-family residences. However, since the City is built out, it is assumed that all new single-family homes are replacing a demolished unit, and they do not represent a net-new housing units, and therefore are not counted toward RHNA. A total of 25 accessory dwelling units (ADUs) were permitted, and one new 17 unit market rate multi-family residential project received a building permit in 2022. Between the ADUs and multi-family units, the City permitted 42 new net housing units (above moderate income) in 2022.
Meeting Date: March 21, 2023
Housing Project Applications under Review in 2022: While the reporting on the City’s RHNA progress is intended to capture the net new permitted housing units, the City also processing a number of housing project applications in 2022. A total of 319 units, of which 3 are low income units, 20 are very low income units, and 55 are senior housing units, are currently under review for entitlements.
Approved Entitlements for Housing Projects in 2022: The City approved entitlements for 30 net new housing units, of which 4 are very low income units and 2 are low income units, though these projects have not yet been issued building permits.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no anticipated fiscal impact related to this item.
Timothea Tway, AICP,
Director of Community Development
Approved By
Attachment 1
Draft General Plan Annual Report
2022 GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING
ELEMENT ANNUAL REPORT
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
PREPARED BY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
MARCH 2023
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2022 GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL REPORT
This report is a summary of progress in meeting the policies and programs in the City of Beverly Hills General Plan. This report is made available annually and captures completed and in-progress work efforts from 2022.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report ............................................................................. 1 Table of Contents...................................................................................................................................... 1 City Council Review................................................................................................................................... 1 Compliance with State Guidelines............................................................................................................ 1 General Plan Sigificant Accomplishments - 2020...................................................................................... 2 General Plan Status of Programs for All Elements (except Housing)........................................................ 7 Housing Element Programs and Progress...............................................................................................41 2022 Housing Units................................................................................................................................. 54 Current Planning .....................................................................................................................................55 Emergency/Urgency ordinances.........................................................................................................55 Pending General Plan Amendments...................................................................................................55 Addi�onal Content..............................................................................................................................56
CITY COUNCIL REVIEW
On March 21, 2023, the City Council held a public hearing and received tes�mony on the goals, policies, and programs in the General Plan. At the end of the public hearing, the City Council directed City staff to submit this report to the State Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).
COMPLIANCE WITH STATE GUIDELINES
The City of Beverly Hills General Plan is consistent with State Guidelines. The City adopted its Housing Element for the 2021-2029 planning period on October 12, 2021, amended the Housing Element based on comments received from the state Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), and re-adop�on of the 2021-2029 Housing Element is scheduled for the City Council mee�ng on February 21, 2023. The City is currently working with HCD to obtain cer�fica�on. The City worked on upda�ng its Safety Element in 2021-2022 to comply with state law requirements by analyzing poten�al risks related to natural disasters and public emergencies, and including goals and policies to help prepare for and mi�gate such hazards. The Safety Element was adopted by the City Council on May 10, 2022 and is incorporated into the General Plan.
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GENERAL PLAN SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS - 2022
The following table presents important dates and accomplishments in implemen�ng the General Plan.
Action Description
Latest
Comprehensive
Update
January 12, 2010 - Comprehensively updated all elements in the General Plan, deleted the Scenic Highway Element, and created the Public Service and Historic Preservation Elements.
General Plan
Amendments
Since the 2010
Update
February 21, 2023 – Scheduled re-adop�on of the 2021-2029 Housing Element November 21, 2022 – Adop�on of a General Plan Amendment to apply the Cheval Blanc Specific Plan for a mixed use commercial and luxury hotel development project located at 456 and 468 North Rodeo Drive; 449, 451, and 453 North Beverly Drive; and 461 through 465 North Beverly Drive.
May 2022 – Adop�on of the updated Safety Element.
October 12, 2021 – Adop�on of the 2021-2029 Housing Element June 8, 2021 – Adop�on of a General Plan Amendment in connec�on with a residen�al and hotel development project located at 9850, 9876, 9900 and 9988 Wilshire Boulevard
November 17, 2020 – Amendment of the General Plan Land Use Map to include the Mixed Use Overlay Zone
February 18, 2020 – Amendment of the General Plan Land Use Map to establish a Mixed Use planned development (M-PD-5) Land Use Designa�on and apply it to the project site located at 9908 S. Santa Monica Blvd
December 17, 2019 – Amendment of the Safety Element to include the City’s Updated Hazard Mitigation Management Plan
December 17, 2013 – Adoption of the 2014-2021 Housing Element November 15, 2011 – Adoption of the 2006-2013 Housing Element November 15, 2011 – Amendment of the Safety Element to include the City’s Hazard Mitigation Management Plan (2021 plan is currently underway) 2022 Significant
Accomplishments
Housing Element: The City adopted its Housing Element for the 2021-2029 planning period on October 12, 2021, amended the Housing Element based on comments received from the state Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), and re-adop�on of the 2021-2029 Housing Element is scheduled for the City Council mee�ng on February 21, 2023. The City is currently working with HCD to obtain cer�fica�on.
Safety Element: The City worked on upda�ng its Safety Element in 2021-2022 to comply with state law requirements by analyzing poten�al risks related to natural disasters and public emergencies, and including goals and policies to help prepare for and mi�gate such hazards. The 2022 update to the Safety Element included an included an assessment of Environmental Jus�ce, which is defined as the "fair 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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treatment of people of all races, cultures, and incomes with respect to the development, adop�on, implementa�on, and enforcement of environmental laws, regula�ons and policies;" this analysis is detailed in the “Equity Planning” sec�on under “Addi�onal Content” heading in the Annual Report in Atachment A. The Safety Element was adopted by the City Council on May 10, 2022 and is incorporated into the General Plan.
COVID-19 Coordina�on Response: During the course of 2022, the City of Beverly Hills con�nued to respond to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, which significantly impacted the community and City opera�ons. The City undertook a number of efforts to ensure the safety and vitality of the community and City government. In 2022, the City Council and Commissions returned to in-person mee�ngs while providing hybrid par�cipa�on op�ons for members of the public via video and teleconferencing.
OpenBH: During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the City created the OpenBH program to assist businesses with opening up their services outside including opening up outdoor dining on sidewalks, parking lots, and in parklets (parking metered spaces). This allowed businesses that were restricted to outdoor only services during the pandemic to s�ll generate income while complying with current Health Orders. In 2022, the City began a coordinated inter-departmental study on formalizing the interim OpenBH program into a permanent program permi�ng outdoor dining in public spaces. The City is crea�ng regula�ons and standards to make the successful OpenBH program permanent. As part of this effort, the City Council has created two subcommitees to study these regula�ons including:
• OpenBH Design and Opera�on Subcommitee
• OpenBH Code Changes and Fees Subcommitee
Together, these subcommitees will develop dra� regula�ons and standards for open air dining and parklets in the City. The goal is to harness the lessons learned from the OpenBH program in order to make a more successful, vibrant, long term outdoor dining program in the City.
Real Time Watch Center: The Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) launched a Real Time Watch Center (RTWC) in June 2022. The RTWC enhances public safety across the city by u�lizing state-of-the-art technology to assist in patrol, surveillance, response, and dispatch of public safety opera�ons. Components of the RTWC include CCTV cameras, automa�c license plate readers, drone unmanned aerial systems, and Live911 so�ware that allows for live monitoring of emergency response and immediate dispatch response.
Business with Bosse: During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new ini�a�ve to bolster the local economy by spotligh�ng local businesses in rota�ng monthly community gatherings at the showcased business’ loca�on. In 2022, 17 Business with Bosse events were held showcasing different local business establishments across the city.
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Mayor’s Mental Wellness Series: During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new ini�a�ve to promote mental health and wellness throughout the community by hos�ng prominent speakers and events, which are open to all and freeof-charge.
Live with Lili: During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new ini�a�ve to host regular hybrid public forums where members of the public gain direct access to their local elected officials to share ideas, sugges�ons, and thoughts in an approachable and accessible format.
Just in Case BH: In 2022, the Just in Case BH program con�nued to provide residents with emergency preparedness training, crime preven�on, and communica�on networks for dissemina�ng informa�on, while nega�ng rumors or misleading reports.
The City's primary communica�ons pla�orm is Everbridge. The City also uses Nixle text alerts through which residents and business owners sign up to receive emergency no�fica�ons.
Complete Streets: The City Council adopted a Complete Streets Plan in 2021 to address pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and automobile ac�vity in the City, which considers mul�-modal improvements like an electric car share program as part of firstlast mile solu�ons to the future Metro Purple Line subway sta�ons (under construc�on). Part of the process included upda�ng the Bicycle Master Plan. The plan also considers emerging transporta�on trends, including autonomous and connected vehicles, and dockless mobility; changes to parking policies such as through shared use agreements (to beter accommodate demand); a curbside management pilot program; and real �me travel informa�on at bus stops. In 2022, the City made progress on implementa�on of the Complete Streets Plan, including the design, approval, and installa�on of various bikeways (including the 14-mile Minimum Grid bikeway network); adop�on of streetscape standards (including bus stop standards) to improve walkability to the future subway sta�ons; start of design for a second portal to the Wilshire/Rodeo subway sta�on; kick off of the Cli�on-Le Doux Corridor Mobility Study to improve ac�ve transporta�on access to the future subway sta�ons; expanded EV infrastructure; and program development for a transit pilot.
Connect Beverly Hills: On January 4, 2022, the City Council adopted streetscape standards for Wilshire and La Cienega Boulevards (Connect Beverly Hills) to improve walkability and provide op�ons for sustainable infrastructure and storm water management prac�ces. The standards have started to be incorporated into condi�ons of approval for new developments and street restora�on by Metro.
Gale Yard Community Outreach: At the direc�on of the City Council, staff engaged the community on the poten�al future long term use(s) of a City-owned property near the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Gale Drive, one block east of the forthcoming La Cienega/Wilshire Metro Purple Line sta�on. Over the course of 2022, the City conducted a public outreach campaign to seek feedback and data, including: hos�ng two hybrid public forums; conduc�ng an online survey; adver�sing via newspaper, mailers, and social media; working with a consensus and collabora�on consultant; and conduc�ng addi�onal stakeholder mee�ngs. The conclusions of the public 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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outreach campaign will be presented to the City Council in 2023 in order to inform future steps for possible redevelopment of the property.
Major Projects Division: In 2021, the Community Development Department created a Major Projects Team to efficiently review significant development projects from en�tlement applica�on all the way through to issuance of Cer�ficate of Occupancy, all handled by an integrated unit of development review staff. Over the course of 2022-2023, the Major Projects Team became fully staffed with Planners, a Senior Plan Review Engineer/Associate Project Manager, Senior Building Inspector, and Management Analyst, and the team is currently managing five ac�ve major projects at various stages of development.
Renewable Electricity: Since 2018, the City of Beverly Hills has been a member of the Clean Power Alliance (CPA). The CPA provides renewable electricity to its members.
In October 2022, Beverly Hills began using 100% renewable electricity. As a result, the City will be reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy produc�on by 186 million pounds annually.
Climate Ac�on and Adapta�on: Over the course of 2022, the City con�nued to develop the Climate Ac�on and Adapta�on Plan (CAAP) which explores metrics to reduce transporta�on impacts on air quality and climate change. The goal of the CAAP is to provide a pathway to carbon-neutrality by 2045 by adop�ng greenhouse gas reduc�on measures focusing on building energy efficiency, carbon-free energy source, transporta�on and reduc�on of waste. The CAAP also provides climate change resiliency strategies by hardening key infrastructure and providing services during a severe weather event. The CAAP is an�cipated to be adopted in 2023.
Stormwater Capture: In 2022, the City con�nued construc�on of the Burton Way Median Green Street and Water Efficient Landscape Project. The project has the poten�al to capture approximately 94 acre-feet a year of dry and wet weather urban runoff from a 211 acres of drainage area. The captured runoff is treated at the swales and will be used to irrigate the landscape. The project is expected to be completed by the summer of 2023.
Rent Stabiliza�on Ordinance (RSO): The City completed its fi�h Annual Rent Registra�on cycle for all mul�-family proper�es subject to the RSO. The Rent Stabiliza�on Division administers approximately 7,700 units of mul�-family proper�es to: promote the stability of renter popula�ons, maintain quality of the City’s mul�- family housing stock, and protect occupants from unreasonable rent increases while recognizing a housing provider’s right to receive a fair return form the rental property.
In 2022, the City kept tenants and landlords informed about changing COVID-19 tenant protec�ons and con�nued to work with the Rent Stabiliza�on Commission on recommenda�ons to the City Council on modifica�ons to the rent stabiliza�on ordinance.
Homelessness and Social Service Response: In order to maintain the social service safety net as a public service policy stated in the City’s General Plan, the City allocates General Fund dollars to Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF), which is 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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administered by the Human Services Division. In FY 2022-23, the Human Services Division issued over $2 million in Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF).
Agencies funded through CAGF provide social services to the most vulnerable members of the community including homeless individuals, ac�ve and frail elderly, disabled and low-means residents. By funding a safety net, the City establishes a con�nuum of care that improves coordina�on across providers, increases access and availability of services to community members and supports the quality of life in Beverly Hills.
In February 2022, the Human Services Division collaborated with LAHSA (Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority) on the annual point-in-�me homeless count and to learn about regional resources and funding opportuni�es. As part of Enhanced Services for the Unhoused, in 2022 the City Council authorized the procurement of a so�ware system designed to track and provide case management services to the unhoused in Beverly Hills to more acutely provide assistance to the unhoused in the community.
Affordable Housing: In 2022, the City released an RFQ/P to iden�fy qualified development teams that could develop a senior ci�zen affordable housing project on City-owned property. This RFQ/P process includes an assessment of feasible loca�ons for future affordable housing developments. The City has reviewed more than 30 proposals from 13 developers across 7 different sites. The City is in the process of evalua�ng proposals from short listed candidates.
Historic Preserva�on: By 2022, the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Proper�es included 44 local landmarks. In 2022, six Golden Shields were awarded to addi�onal cultural points of interest in the City. To date, there have been 26 Golden Shield nomina�ons by the Cultural Heritage Commission. In November and December 2022, the first two Golden Shield plaques were installed in the ground commemora�ng the cultural significance of the Doña Maria Rita Valdez de Villa Homestead and the Gershwin Residence.
Medical Use: In 2022, the City Council adopted a permanent Medical Use Ordinance, replacing an urgency ordinance from 2020, and comprehensively upda�ng regula�ons which were in place since 2011. The Medical Use Ordinance allows the conversion of exis�ng commercial space to medical office space, as well as new medical office space in newly constructed buildings (subject to certain criteria). The ordinance streamlines the establishment of new medical offices, excluding surgery centers, while maintaining a prohibi�on on medical uses on the ground floor.
Wall, Fence, and Hedge Height: In response to community concern regarding safety and protec�on of private proper�es, the Planning Commission studied and recommended amendments to the municipal code on the maximum allowable heights of walls, fences, and hedges in certain residen�al areas. In September 2022, the City Council approved an ordinance increasing the maximum allowable height of walls, fences, and hedges in rear yards and alley-adjacent side yards in single-family and mul�-family residen�al zones in the Central Area of the City. 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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GENERAL PLAN STATUS OF PROGRAMS FOR ALL ELEMENTS (EXCEPT HOUSING) The following informa�on provides the �tle, objec�ve, ac�on and descrip�on for each of the implementa�on programs in the General Plan (Chapter 12) as well as a summary of the ac�ons the City has taken to implement each program to date.
1.0 General Plan Maintenance and Consistency
Imp.
No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
1.1 Annual General Plan Review
Prepare an annual report to the City Council on the status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation, including progress in meeting the City's fair share of regional housing needs, and submit this report to the California Office of Planning and Research.
Implementa�on in process; to be completed by April 1, 2023
1.2 General Plan Amendments
Undertake General Plan Amendments as necessary, and carefully consider requests for amendments within the context of the goals in the General Plan as well as current condi�ons and issues in the community. The City will undertake periodic revision of the Housing Element and other elements as required by State statues.
Currently, the City’s General Plan is consistent with State requirements.
The City adopted an updated Housing Element in 2021 for the 6th Cycle planning period 2021-2022. A�er making revisions in response to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), the City Council re-adopted the Housing Element on February 21, 2023.
The City con�nues to work with HCD towards cer�fica�on.
On November 1, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolu�on 22-R-13430 amending the General Plan and Master Plan of Streets, Alleys and Highways to allow for comprehensive redevelopment of 456 and 468 North Rodeo Drive; 449, 451, and 453 North Beverly Drive; and 461 through 465 North Beverly Drive with a luxury hotel, restaurant and ancillary uses, private club, and retail uses as contemplated in the Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills Specific Plan.
This General Plan amendment included amending the General Plan Land Use Map to apply the Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills Specific Plan land use designa�on to the referenced proper�es, and amended the language in Policy LU 9.4 Anchor Loca�on Design Criteria to add a reference to the intersec�on of North Rodeo Drive and South Santa Monica Boulevard in that policy.
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On May 10, 2022, the City adopted an updated Safety Element to be consistent with state law requirements, which became incorporated into the General Plan.
1.3 General Plan Consistency
Ensure any ac�on, program, or project is consistent with the General Plan if, considering all its aspects; it will further the objec�ves and policies of the General Plan and not obstruct their atainment. To ensure that the goals and policies of the General Plan are systema�cally implemented, the ac�ons and decisions concerning both City programs and projects, and private development proposals must be consistent with the General Plan. The City’s capital improvement program and the projects that implement various infrastructure master plans, in addi�on to the City’s development regula�ons and development agreements, must be consistent with the adopted General Plan.
As part of the approval process, City programs and projects and private development proposals are reviewed for consistency with the General Plan.
The City’s Capital Improvement Program is reviewed annually for consistency with the General Plan.
2.0 Development Review and Management
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No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
2.1 Update Zoning Code and Development Regulations
Review and revise the Zoning Code to reflect the General Plan’s policies for permitted uses and development standards. In addition, regulations to address the following areas must be included in the Zoning Code:
• Community Character and Design Policies. Revisit and develop policies addressing community character and design and
development for each land use category.
In 2018, the City Council adopted an Ordinance to address concerns raised by the community related to basements and retaining walls in the Hillside Area of the City.
The ordinance became effec�ve in 2018 and is meant to preserve the community character of the Hillside Area of the City. Staff con�nued to implement the changes in 2019 and update applica�ons and informa�on for the public as appropriate. 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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• Transi�ons between Residen�al and Commercial Proper�es. Revisit transi�ons between residen�al and commercial proper�es, and reinforce requirements for design excellence.
The City con�nues to require all new commercial buildings to go through Architectural Review and requires new commercial buildings to undergo discre�onary review to ensure compa�bility with surrounding neighborhoods. • Protec�on for Environmental Resources/ Protec�on from Environmental Hazards. Revise and develop requirements and standards pertaining to the loca�on and design of development to protect environmental resources, protect development, and popula�ons from the risks of environmental hazards such as earthquakes and excessive noise.
The City’s Low Impact Development (LID) Ordinance was placed into effect on June 15, 2015. The LID ordinance requires development projects to implement Best Management Prac�ces (BMPs) to reduce urban runoff pollu�on to the waters of the US.
The City adopted a Green Streets Policy on May 18, 2015 that requires new street construc�on to include Best Management Prac�ces that would manage urban runoff and keep it from reaching the storm drain systems.
The City has a Dewatering Ordinance that requires development projects that dewater to use the groundwater beneficially rather discharging to the storm drain system.
• Smart Growth. Revise and develop standards to promote pedestrian ac�vity, transit-oriented planning, development of affordable housing, and implementa�on of more environmentally sustainable buildings and site planning. These may be accomplished through development requirements and/ or incen�ves.
On April 20, 2021, the City Council adopted the Beverly Hills Complete Streets Plan and supplemental Ac�on Plan. The LACMTA Board adopted the first/last mile plan for Sec�on 1 of the Purple Line Extension, including the Wilshire/La Cienega Boulevard subway sta�on, in coordina�on with the City.
The City con�nued work on a Wilshire/La Cienega Boulevard streetscape plan (Connect Beverly Hills) that will include streetscape design guidelines. The plan will improve walkability, recommend sustainable infrastructure and storm water management prac�ces, and include condi�ons of approval for new developments, and a conceptual site plan for a Mobility Hub at Wilshire Blvd/N. Gale Dr. • Easements and Dedica�ons of Land. Ensure that requirements for the dedica�on of land for roadway improvements, parklands, and other elements defined by General Plan policies are fulfilled.
The need to acquire easements and land dedica�ons is reviewed annually along with the Capital Improvement Budget.
• Noise Standards. Revise and enhance standards and policies specified in the Noise Element to protect sensi�ve noise receptors, residents, and businesses from unwanted noise impacts from traffic, new uses, construc�on ac�vi�es, truck deliveries, and similar sources.
To be scheduled in a future budget cycle.
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• Commercial and Mul�-Family Open Space and Recrea�onal Requirements and In-Lieu Fees. Require that all new commercial and mul�-family residen�al projects provide on-site open space or recrea�onal ameni�es consistent with the General Plan's policies for on-site open space and recrea�onal ameni�es, and contribute in-lieu fees for the development of new recrea�on facili�es or enhancement of exis�ng facili�es, or a combina�on of both, to meet the demands generated by the development’s resident popula�on or employment base.
To be scheduled in a future budget cycle.
• Reduce Heat Island Effect. Establish and implement development standards to reduce the "heat island" effects of new large-scale commercial and residen�al developments. Standards may include cool roofs, installa�on of reflec�ve roofs, light colored building materials and shade trees.
To be scheduled in future budget cycles.
• Prohibit New Oil and Gas Drilling. Prohibit new oil, gas, or other hydrocarbon substance extrac�on ac�vi�es in the City
New extrac�on from loca�ons in the City is restricted (BHMC 10-5-302 B). Further, in 2014, the City of Beverly Hills passed an ordinance prohibi�ng hydraulic fracturing in the City. This ordinance is s�ll in effect. • Phase Out Exis�ng Oil and Gas Drilling. Require exis�ng oil, gas, and other hydrocarbon substance extrac�on ac�vi�es in the City to be phased out during this planning period but no later than 2030.
The surface loca�on at the Beverly Hills High School campus ceased opera�on in December 2016.
The City is managing a project on behalf of the Beverly Hills Unified School District to properly secure and plug 19 oil wells located on School District property adjacent to the Beverly Hills High School. The City has engaged a consultant that has technical exper�se in oil drill sites and regulatory compliance in order to assist the City with all aspects of project management. 11 oil wells were plugged in 2019 and 8 were plugged in 2020. The plugging work on this project was completed in November 2020.
• Employer Child Care. Develop a program to require major employers to provide child care facili�es and programs.
To be scheduled in future budget cycles.
• View Protec�on. Provide greater regula�on for view protec�on of significant natural and man-made visual resources.
In 2010, the City adopted view shed protec�ons for the Trousdale area of the City.
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• Shared Parking. Provide for shared parking facili�es in key areas of the community, such as commercial areas and near transit hubs.
In 2014, the City conducted a parking study to beter understand exis�ng public and private parking capacity and explore the development of a broader shared parking program. One recommenda�on that resulted from the study was the explora�on of shared parking arrangements to beter manage parking in the City. Staff will con�nue to explore poten�al shared parking situa�ons.
• Revise Noise Regula�ons in the Municipal Code. Revise Chapter 1 (Noise Regula�ons) of Title 5 of the City's Municipal Code to eliminate current ambient noise level standards in residen�al and commercial areas and replace them with Land Use Noise
Compa�bility Guidelines (Appendix B) to achieve acceptable levels of noise for specific land uses in the City. Provide a baseline for mi�ga�ng land uses which exceed acceptable noise levels, and require new residen�al developments to implement measures that address noise compa�bility and noise atenua�on during
construc�on.
To be scheduled in future budget cycles.
• Parks and Open Space Standards. Strive to meet a park and open space standard that is consistent with Na�onal Recrea�on and Parks Associa�ons (NRPA) standards for the acquisi�on of new parks and open spaces.
In 2015, the City approved a new dog park in the City, adding to the open space inventory.
In 2016, the City began renova�on of a por�on the historic Beverly Gardens park.
This work was completed in 2019.
In 2019, the City sold a single-family property and earmarked the net proceeds for future green/open space development.
The City con�nues to explore op�ons to maintain and increase the City’s green space, including parks, recrea�on programming and promo�on thereof. • Parks Master Plan. Revise and enhance the City's Parks Master Plan to assure that standards for new parks in the City and open space areas of new development are designed, constructed, maintained, and operated pursuant to sustainable specifica�ons and prac�ces.
In 2020, the con�nued public engagement efforts and next phases of conceptual designs for the La Cienega Park and Recrea�on Complex Master Plan were placed on hold due to the fiscal impacts related to COVID-19. Ongoing efforts to standardize Mini Park signs was implemented. Signs were revised by the Recrea�on and Parks Commission and installed in the 11 Mini Parks throughout the City.
In May 2016, LA County completed a countywide comprehensive parks and recrea�on needs assessment. As part of the needs assessment, a study area profile was completed for the City of Beverly Hills. The study included Beverly Hills park metrics, and iden�fied where parks are most needed.
The City con�nued the u�liza�on of sustainable designs and materials to significantly reduce the City’s water consump�on needs when possible by introducing na�ve, drought-tolerant plants.
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In 2022 Community Services reengaged with consultant to discuss public engagement efforts and next phases of conceptual designs for the La Cienega Park and Recrea�on Complex Master Plan.
• Sustainable City Plan. Implement the City's Sustainable City Plan promo�ng responsible management and effec�ve stewardship of the City's built and natural environments, transforming the City into a model government agency that is clean, healthy, resource-efficient, and environmentally conscien�ous. The Sustainable City Plan is in development and programmed to be adopted concurrently with the updated General Plan. Review the Sustainable City Plan for consistency with the General Plan and update periodically.
The Sustainable City Plan was adopted in 2010 and is implemented as appropriate.
The City completed numerous projects, policies and ordinances accomplishing the goals of the Sustainable City Plan.
The City was in the process of upda�ng the Sustainable City Plan in July 2019 and began the public process in early 2020. Due to COVID-19, public process has been paused. Sustainability ini�a�ves such as the Climate Ac�on and Adapta�on Plan, Housing Element Update, Complete Streets and Integrated Water Resources Master Plan have been moving forward to further accomplish the goals of the Sustainable City Plan.
Over the course of 2022, the City con�nued to develop the Climate Ac�on and Adapta�on Plan (CAAP) which explores metrics to reduce transporta�on impacts on air quality and climate change. The goal of the CAAP is to provide a pathway to carbon-neutrality by 2045 by adop�ng greenhouse gas reduc�on measures focusing on building energy efficiency, carbon-free energy source, transporta�on and reduc�on of waste. The CAAP also provides climate change resiliency strategies by hardening key infrastructure and providing services during a severe weather event.
The CAAP is an�cipated to be adopted in 2023.
• Access for Persons with Disabili�es to Parks and Recrea�on Facili�es. Assure that parks and recrea�on facili�es provide for adequate access for persons with disabili�es as required by the Americans with Disabili�es Act as well as appropriate "universal design".
The City strives to provide ADA access to all parks and recrea�on facili�es, as well as the City library and other civic buildings. Several recent park renova�on projects have enhanced ADA access to City facili�es and more are planned. In 2022 ADA access to the Greystone Theater was completed. ADA parking improvements at the Greystone site and a virtual tour is in development for Greystone Mansion and Gardens to improve ADA access.
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2.2 Development Review Process
Continue to regulate development for compliance with General Plan goals, policies, and development standards, through the development review, and design review processes. Implementation of the updated General Plan includes consideration of a number of additional factors for proposed development projects as described below.
• Nontoxic Building Materials
Require that all private and public development use non-toxic building materials such as low Vola�le Organic Compound (VOC) paints. All buildings must also be adequately ven�lated and have access to natural ligh�ng.
The City has adopted the California Green (“CalGreen”) Building Code, which is a mandatory Statewide green building code, and con�nues to adopt subsequent updates to this code. In 2022, the City adopted the 2022 code update. • Green Building Program
Implement the recently adopted Green Building Program and Ordinance, and consider extending these provisions to residen�al neighborhoods as either a voluntary or mandatory measure.
Since adop�on of the General Plan Update, the State adopted the California Green “CalGreen” Building Code, which is a mandatory Statewide green building code. • Open Space Standards
Consider alterna�ve prototypes and standards for park development in urban areas where limited land may be available.
The City constructed a new dog park in an old industrial area to create new park space and ameni�es for the community in 2016.
• Consulta�on for Biological Resources
Ini�ate consulta�on with the appropriate Federal or State agencies and require a biological survey prior to the disturbance of any area where there is the poten�al for a special-status biological species, avian migratory or raptor species, or other protected species to be present.
Currently in effect.
• Consulta�on for Archeological Resources
In the event that any prehistoric or historic subsurface archaeological features or deposits are discovered, require that City officials are no�fied, and that all earth disturbing work within a 100-meter radius of a poten�al resource be temporarily suspended or redirected.
Work shall not resume in the area un�l a�er the find is appropriately mi�gated.
Currently in effect. In addi�on to requiring no�fica�on and suspension of earth disturbing work if a poten�al resource is discovered during construc�on ac�vi�es, the City completes a full tribal consulta�on process consistent with State law during the approval process for development projects to iden�fy loca�ons that may contain archeological and tribal resources.
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• Development Agreements
Encourage development agreements, which may be prepared as contractual agreements between the City and developers, to provide assurances to each party regarding the uses to be en�tled, rules of development, and public benefits of a development project. The agreement may include condi�ons, terms, restric�ons, and requirements for subsequent discre�onary ac�ons, and may specify the �ming and phasing of construc�on.
The City con�nues to process development agreements as appropriate for development projects. On January 24, 2023, the City declared the parcels at 330- 346 Foothill Road as “surplus land” pursuant to California Government Code Sec�ons 54220-54234 in order to consider poten�al development agreements.
On November 15, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance 22-O-2867 approving a Development Agreement between the City of Beverly Hills and owners of the Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills project. This Development Agreement provides assurances to the City and the developer regarding the uses to be en�tled, the rules of development, and public benefits of the development project, which include the following:
• $26 million public benefit contribu�on;
• Addi�onal $2 million arts and cultural contribu�on;
• 5% Municipal Surcharge on guest rooms, including a 19% surcharge on stays exceeding 30 days;
• Covenant for LVMH to construct, open and ini�ally operate the hotel • $52 million payment to the City in the event the developer fails to open and operate the hotel within 5 years of the final approval date; • Environmental Mi�ga�on and Sustainability Fee of 3% of the sale price in perpetuity on any future sale of the property; and
• Minimum luxury standard.
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• U�li�es
Require all new developments to be served from an approved domes�c water and sewer system, and require capacity analysis be provided to the sa�sfac�on of the City.
Require the use of efficient drainage technology and best prac�ces and grading plans to reduce runoff through full compliance with Na�onal Pollutant Discharge Elimina�on System (NPDES) permi�ng requirements.
Require that new development is approved con�ngent upon the ability to be served with adequate u�li�es and telecommunica�ons service, and assure that there is capacity and connec�ons to serve the development.
Provide for the con�nued development and expansion of
telecommunica�ons systems, including cable and, as feasible, fiber op�cs, for data access, informa�on, and communica�on purposes.
Con�nue to permit the undergrounding of new and exis�ng electrical distribu�on lines, unless it is determined to be economically or prac�cally infeasible in a par�cular loca�on as a result of significant environmental or other constraints.
Study the crea�on of solar power sta�ons (photovoltaic sta�ons).
Currently in effect.
In 2015, the City adopted an ordinance amending the code to establish a Water Capacity Charge.
In 2015, adopted new requirements for construc�on Best Management Prac�ces (BMPs) to comply with local and Statewide Na�onal Pollutant Discharge Elimina�on System (NPDES) permits.
Star�ng in 2015, all pool discharges are required to be tested to meet NPDES regula�ons prior to discharge.
In 2017, the City adopted an ordinance amending the code to establish a Water Supply Fee.
In 2017, the City Council approved the Beverly Hills “Fiber to the Premises” project, which will provide high speed broadband fiber service to residents and businesses within the City. As of 2021, expansion to approximately 60% of the City’s geography has been completed. In 2021 the City Council put the project on hold in order to reevaluate its op�ons for comple�on of this project. • Water Quality
Require that engineering design and construc�on prac�ces are adequate to ensure that exis�ng and new development does not degrade the City's surface or groundwater supplies.
Currently in effect.
• Resource Conserva�on
Develop and implement resource conserva�on measures that address reusing, recycling and reducing water usage, improving air quality, and increasing waste reduc�on and recycling through requirements and incen�ve programs in coordina�on with the Metropolitan Water District (MWD), South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), and other regional resource agencies.
Develop a water and energy conserva�on plan and a waste reduc�on plan with goals and benchmarks for the next 20-year period. Further establish audi�ng methods to evaluate the extent of success in The City is a member of the Clean Power Alliance (CPA), a program that provides an opportunity to u�lize renewable electricity City-wide. Beverly Hills inhabitants are able to use 36%, 50%, and 100% renewable electricity in their property. This will help to reduce carbon footprint and improve air quality Statewide. Residents and businesses began using 50% renewable electricity star�ng in January 2019.
In December 2021, the City Council approved changing the residen�al and nonresiden�al default energy product to 100% renewable electricity. This is scheduled to take into effect in October 2022.
In 2022, the City’s Public Works Department completed a mul�-year project to convert 5,800 street lights to LEDs. This will result in reduced consump�on by approximately 79% and reduced greenhouse gases (GHG) equivalent to 240 vehicles off the road annually.
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mee�ng goals as well as the effec�veness of programs and technology.
Develop standards, and require designated areas for the collec�on and loading of recyclables.
Require new or renovated mul�-family residen�al structures to include separate chutes or other facili�es to facilitate separa�on of recyclable materials if appropriate.
The City has a restaurant food waste program that helps reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) produc�on from landfills. Foodwaste (organics) program will be expanding to residen�al customers to comply with Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383).
The City has a robust waste diversion program which is currently achieving a 69% State Diversion rate.
Water: The City con�nues to develop both short-term and long-term goals to enhance water-use efficiency of its customers and promote conserva�on. The City’s Automated Meter Infrastructure (AMI) con�nues to assist customers with leak detec�on and/or high water usage. This program feeds data into a program called Water Tracker, a customer portal, which helps each customer track their own usage and provides alerts when daily budgets or con�nuous water flow issues occur. Customers work directly with staff when issues occur or ques�ons arise. The City is in the process of replacing Water Tracker to a new software platform (WaterSmart).
The City adopted an ordinance which requires the installa�on of an irriga�on meter for new construc�on and on certain residen�al developments with landscaping above a certain threshold. This will allow the City to further reduce irriga�on water use when strict water conserva�on ordinance is in place.
The City s�ll abides by Water Conserva�on Stage C measures, which were adopted in 2017. Stage C includes a 20% reduc�on goal, and outdoor watering rules of two (2) days per week from October to June, and three (3) days per week from July through September. In 2019, the City reduced its water use by 21.48% compared to 2013 (a State mandated comparison year).
Stormwater: The City is implemen�ng the programs and infrastructure projects listed in the Ballona Creek Enhanced Watershed Management Program (BC-EWMP) Plan.
The Burton Way Median Green Street and Water Efficient Landscape project will be able to capture 7 acre-feet of urban runoff from 211 acres tributary area. The project is currently under construc�on and expected to be completed by winter 2022. The City also completed the feasibility evalua�on of the La Cienega Park Regional Stormwater Project where it is designed to capture 21 acre-feet of urban runoff and discharge it to the sewer to increase recycled water source for the Los Angeles region. The project is currently placed on hold pending on the La Cienega Park Master Plan which includes total renova�on of the park campus where the stormwater capture reservoir site will be put in place.
The City partnered with The City of Culver City to construct the Culver Boulevard Median Stormwater Regional Project, which is designed to capture 19.5 acre-feet of urban runoff from a 300-acre tributary area in the region. The City of Beverly Hills and Culver City executed an MOU which will provide Beverly Hills a stormwater 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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compliance credit of 4.4 acre-�. for its cost-sharing responsibility for the project.
The project is expected to completed construc�on by February 2022.
Solid waste: The City is using the State’s solid waste regula�ons to meet 50% waste diversion requirements. The City has also ins�tuted a food waste program and is expected to expand the service to comply with SB 1383 where organic waste containers are required in mul�family dwelling units and food service en��es (FSEs).
The City also has construc�on waste diversion requirements outlined in the municipal code.
Electricity: The City will be u�lizing incen�ves and services from the Clean Power Alliance and Southern California Edison to promote energy efficiency upgrades to residen�al and commercial proper�es. The City will also be encouraging residents and businesses to reduce electricity consump�on by par�cipa�ng in demand response programs. Addi�onal electricity reduc�on measures will be included in the Climate Ac�on and Adapta�on Plan that is currently underway. • R.O.W. Considera�on for Transit
The City shall review development projects in considera�on of transit right-of-way needs.
Currently in effect.
2.3 Other Development Regulations and Ordinances
Review and update regulations and ordinances other than zoning to conform to the General Plan including:
• Historic Preserva�on
Consider adop�on of a local Historic Resources Ordinance as a framework for the preserva�on and documenta�on of significant historic and cultural resources in the community. The ordinance would iden�fy specific ac�ons designed to preserve, maintain, and promote the City’s rich inventory of cultural resources, including:
• Adop�ng a local register of historic resources and establishing criteria and procedures to list proper�es;
• Maintaining an updated historic resources inventory, and requiring documenta�on of resources that may be approved for demoli�on, including establishment of an archive of historic informa�on and resources;
• Programming to promote the designa�on and protec�on of significant local resources including residen�al, and nonresiden�al proper�es; Historic Preserva�on Program: In 2012, the City adopted a Historic Preserva�on Ordinance crea�ng the ability to designate local landmarks, offer incen�ves to property owners to preserve historic proper�es, and ins�tu�ng a wai�ng period to review the proposed demoli�on of any building designed by a Master Architect to prevent the unintended loss of important historic resources in the City. Revisions to the ordinance were made in 2015. The City’s Historic Preserva�on Ordinance enables the designa�on of local historic landmarks, requires the review of the proposed demoli�on or altera�on of Master Architect designed proper�es, and sets forth disincen�ves and penal�es for the removal or modifica�on of designated landmarks. Staff con�nues to closely monitor historic resources within the City to ensure significant structures are preserved.
Local Landmarks: By 2022, the City Council has established a total of 44 local landmarks, ensuring long-term protec�on and preserva�on of these significant proper�es. Specially designed designa�on plaques are currently available to registered local landmarks for proud display on the building façade and several have been installed on landmarked proper�es.
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• Exploring establishment of a requirement to replace commercial buildings that are demolished, and to extend this provision to residen�al buildings at some point in the future;
• Exploring incen�ves such as a Mills Act Ordinance, conserva�on easements, and transfer of development rights to promote preserva�on of significant resources;
• Establishing disincen�ves and penal�es for the demoli�on of significant resources without benefit of City permits; and • Programming and partnerships to promote the wealth of historically significant local resources.
Golden Shield: The City adopted the “Golden Shield” program to recognize cultural significant loca�ons in the City. In 2019, the first three Golden Shields were awarded to the Dona Maria Rita Valdez de Villa Homestead, the Original Lawry’s Restaurant, and Giorgio Beverly Hills Bou�que. To date, there have been 26 Golden Shield nomina�ons by the Cultural Heritage Commission, with the most recent eight nominees pending City Council approval. In November and December 2022, two Golden Shield plaques were placed into the ground at their approved loca�ons thus far.
Mills Act Program: The Mills Act Program allows qualified owners to receive a poten�al property tax reduc�on to help rehabilitate their historic buildings. Since the start of the program in 2011, the City has approved six Mills Act Contracts. City staff con�nues to educate and encourage property owners of historic proper�es regarding the benefits of preserva�on, specifically the tax incen�ves offered through the Mills Act program. A�er 8 successful years as a pilot program, in 2019, the City made the Mills Act Program a permanent program available to locally designated historic landmarks.
Historic Incen�ve Permit: In 2014, the City Council adopted an ordinance crea�ng a Historic Incen�ve Permit (HIP), which allows landmarked proper�es to request devia�ons from development standards to help foster the preserva�on of important resources. Between 2014 and 2021, the Planning Commission approved 6 Historic Incen�ve Permits gran�ng allowances to 6 historic landmarks in order to ensure the long-term viability of these proper�es.
• Flood Control
Review the Flood Ordinance for consistency with the General Plan and update periodically.
Currently in effect.
• Design Guidelines
Develop design guidelines and standards for commercial, residen�al, and mixed-use development. These guidelines will include criteria for applicability to all new development and rehabilita�on projects that are subject to the City’s Development Plan Review process.
City Staff has been compiling guidelines to help diminish the appearance of bulk and mass for new residences, as requested by the Commission. The Design Review Commission has reviewed preliminary responses to these guidelines in 2017, 2018, and 2021. In addi�on, an ad-hoc commitee of the Commission was created in 2021 to review with staff edits to the guidelines and refinements to the graphics and images included in this comprehensive document. Future projects include finaliza�on of the updated Design Guidelines, and an update of the City's Residen�al Style Guide, to be scheduled in future budget cycles.
2.4 Building and Fire Codes. Survey available and feasible techniques, and amend the Building Code, Fire Code, and related codes where appropriate, to achieve the General Plan's policy objec�ves at least once every three The City has adopted a local ordinance that only allows Class A roof assembly for new and exis�ng buildings.
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years or as required by State law. The City's survey of the Building and Fire Codes shall include the following considera�ons:
• Promote the use of innova�ve and State-of-the-art building techniques as a means to improve housing affordability and sustainability.
• Reflect the highest and best available standards for fire safety design. • Increase the requirement for brush clearance to increase defensible space around structures in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. • Incorporate the Fire Wise assessment and Joint Wildland Interface Task Force recommenda�ons into the City's Fire Code.
Con�nue implementa�on of the Hazardous Building Abatement Ordinance by encouraging property owners to reinforce and strengthen “at risk” buildings, including:
• Buildings with tuck-under parking that cons�tutes a “so�-story”; • Wood buildings with short cripple studs under the first floor; • Wood buildings constructed without posi�ve connec�on from the founda�on to the structure;
• All pre-1981 non-duc�le concrete frame buildings or “so�-story” buildings three stories or more in height; and
• Tilt-up concrete wall buildings.
Require that new development/redeveloped structures include public and private access drives and roadways designed to maintain adequate Fire Department access to the property such that there will be no reduc�on of fire protec�on services below acceptable levels.
In 2010, the Beverly Hills Fire Department increased the brush clearance requirement in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). The 2022 adopted Safety Element updated policies related to annual inspec�ons and enforcement of exis�ng vegeta�on and brush to increase the defensible space around structures within the VHFHSZ.
In January of 2023, City adopted the 2022 edi�on of the California Building Codes and California Residen�al code subject to the amendments set forth in sec�on 9-1- 202 of BHMC.
A Citywide survey has been completed, which iden�fies poten�ally vulnerable buildings that may be impacted during an earthquake, including non-duc�le concrete frame, pre-Northridge steel moment frame buildings as well as woodframe mul�-family so�-story buildings.
In 2018, the City Council adopted an ordinance that sets forth mandatory provisions for the scope and compliance requirements applicable to exis�ng wood-frame mul�-family residen�al buildings to retrofit poten�ally vulnerable buildings and increase measures for occupant safety.
Since 2012 through 2022, Historic Preserva�on staff con�nues to review seismic retrofit applica�ons to ensure that retrofit work is designed in a manner to avoid adverse impacts, while extending the useful life of historic resources throughout the City. The Development Services Division in the Community Development Department has reviewed construc�on documents submited for a voluntary seismic retrofit of other types of exis�ng vulnerable buildings including but not limited to exis�ng commercial buildings.
The 2022 adopted Safety Element includes the following new policies to address climate change and increase resiliency:
• Retrofi�ng essen�al exis�ng public facili�es and related infrastructure. • Ins�tu�ng fuel modifica�on standards for types of vegeta�on and plan�ngs in the VHFSZ.
• Ensuring new development complies with the strictest adopted local and state fire codes.
• Requiring fire plans for all new development in the VHFSZ. • Loca�ng any new essen�al public facili�es outside of the VHFSZ. • Conduc�ng a post-fire assessment a�er any wildfire disaster that may occur.
• Preparing a Climate Ac�on and Adapta�on Plan.
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3.0 Master Plans and Programs
Imp.
No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
3.1 Capital Improvement Program. Annually budget for the provision of services to residents and businesses. As part of the budget, the City will adopt a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) that provides funds for capital facili�es, including arterial highways, local streets, storm drains, park and facility improvements, water and wastewater system improvements, and planning programs. The development, maintenance, and opera�on of public facili�es such as parks and drainage facili�es and the provision of City services require financial resources that are derived from various sources. Programming of City capital projects and their funding over �me is outlined in the City’s Capital Improvement Program, which is updated annually.
Currently in effect.
3.2 Water Master Plan. Update the City’s Urban Water Master Plan (UWMP) and related Capital Improvement Programs, including monitoring its water system to:
Adopt State-of-the-art water monitoring systems to remotely monitor the City's water usage, leaks, and ruptures;
• Explore alterna�ve new sources of water;
• Address poten�al shortages in water supply from the California State Water Project and the Colorado River;
• Designate, preserve, and acquire land, if necessary, for si�ng future water supply, storage, and distribu�on facili�es;
• Achieve Federal and State drinking water regulatory standards; • Develop a Recycled Water Master Plan;
• Con�nue to implement exis�ng flood mi�ga�on ac�vi�es and programs; and
• Develop water conserva�on awareness programs for City staff, community groups, the public, and other groups.
Urban Water Management Plan: In 2010, the City adopted the State’s model landscape ordinance for all new and upgraded irrigation systems installed. This requirement is currently in effect. The City updated its Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) for 2020 and submitted it to the Department of Water Resources in July 2021. State law requires the plan to be updated every five years, with the next update scheduled for 2025. Additionally, the City is updating its Water Master Plan in 2019, and explored the feasibility of recycled water, stormwater capture, and additional groundwater supplies as part of the Integrated Water Resources Master Plan (IWRMP) development in 2019. The IWRMP has been completed and was completed by the City in 2020.
Conserva�on: As part of its Water Conserva�on Program, the City con�nues to enforce outdoor irriga�on limits. This program limits the number of days and �mes a week landscape watering is permited.
Wells: The City has completed the development of two shallow groundwater aquifer wells (Maple Wells) located in the Entertainment Business District (EBD).
Search for alterna�ve sources of water including groundwater, recycled water, storm water, and other poten�al sources is on-going. The City has acquired a well site property in the La Brea subarea of the unadjudicated Central Basin. The well (LCW-1) has been drilled and equipped. The well has been permited and is planned to be commissioned in first quarter 2023. The City is in the process of inves�ga�ng 2 addi�onal groundwater well site loca�ons. One of those locations (Sand Pit) site is on City owned property in the La Brea Subarea. The City is currently 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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evaluating the water quality at this location to determine its feasibility as a future well.
Water Enterprise Plan: The City has been working on implemen�ng its Water Enterprise Plan, a long term planning document that includes a 10-year Water Master Plan that strategically outlines capital projects and programs to reduce reliability on imported water sources and promote conserva�on. Conserva�on programs that have been developed meet the Senate Bill X7-7 requirement and fulfills the "20% reduc�on by 2020" goal in urban usage required under this statute.
Customer Service and Educa�on: As part of its rou�ne customer service, on request, the City con�nues to perform private-property water-audits resul�ng in the conserva�on of thousands of gallons of water. The City, through its water agency, provides conserva�on awareness and outreach. The City also launched a campaign and website “BH2O, Saving in Style” to highlight water conserva�on measures. This campaign included banners around the City as well as pamphlets and fliers that are available to the public at most public facili�es.
Monitoring: City is currently monitoring cons�tuents that are specified in the Environmental Protec�on Agency’s (EPA) Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) 4-5 at the water treatment plant and imported water sources. State Water Resources Control Board is requiring perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances monitoring (PFAS), Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring, corrosion control monitoring, radiological monitoring, vola�le organic chemical monitoring, synthe�c organic chemical monitoring, and inorganic chemical monitoring at groundwater loca�ons. Sample monitoring schedules and frequencies are currently being reviewed by the State Water Resources Control Board as part of the City’s Domes�c Water Supply permit amendment to add La Cienega Well 1 and Hollywood Well 6. City water resources currently meet standards.
In 2009, the City completed the installa�on of automated meter reading infrastructure (AMI) throughout its service area. The AMI transmits meter readings to City servers every 24 hours. The AMI detects unusual consump�on paterns and alerts City staff of high volume and the need to maintain or repair.
The City has invested in a web-based system enabling account holders to monitor their daily water consump�on behavior in real �me. Account holders can also customize the web-based system to receive alerts regarding excessive water usage via phone, email, or text. The City is in the process of planning for the upgrade and replacement of its current AMI system with newer technology along with replacement of its water meters.
Acquisi�on: In 2019, the City acquired a single-family parcel in the Hillside Area that was iden�fied as a strategic loca�on for City water infrastructure. 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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Water Treatment Plant: The Water Treatment Plant pre-treatment system construc�on was completed, permited, and commissioned in April 2022. With the plant online, the City will increase its local supply of water, which is an�cipated to result in up to a 20% reduc�on in reliance on imported water from the Metropolitan Water District.
3.3 Sanitary Sewer Management Plan. Con�nue to upgrade, inspect, and improve the City’s sewer infrastructure to minimize deficiencies and reduce leaks and contamina�on, and annually inspect all restaurant, hotel, and catering establishments to ensure that proper disposal standards for fats, oils, and grease are followed. There will be annual inspec�ons of the facili�es. In addi�on, undertake the following ac�ons related to wastewater management:
• Prepare a Sanitary Sewer Management Plan to iden�fy system deficiencies, users and support long term capital planning. This plan should also address emergency spill response, preventa�ve maintenance program, establish legal authority, and pollu�on mi�ga�on measures. Un�l this plan is completed, the City will con�nue to update and enforce the City’s standards for the quality of wastewater discharged into the system and require all
industries/businesses sewer discharges to comply with the City's waste discharge requirements and permits;
• Develop an I&I (inflow and infiltra�on) Program that includes televising a percentage of all sewer mains annually;
• Con�nue to require all industries/businesses sewer discharges to comply with the City's waste discharge requirements and permits as outlined in the City Ordinance; and
• Con�nue to implement, as appropriate, the requirements of the NPDES and SCAQMD regula�ons, including requiring the use of Best Management Prac�ces by businesses in the City.
Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP): The City’s SSMP was adopted by the City in 2012 and was revised in 2017 to update the City’s programs to reduce sewer overflows. Staff will be star�ng the process to revise the SSMP plan to meet the 2022 SSMP Update requirement.
The 2017 SSMP has resulted to the reduc�on of SSO up to zero (0) occurrences in calendar year 2020 through enhanced maintenance, implementa�on of an asset management system and beginning of capital improvement project that rehabilitated the sewer system through plas�c lining, manhole and sewer pipe repairs and CCTV inspec�ons.
The City has completed a CIP project that addressed needed spot repairs, lining and CCTV inspec�on of the sewer system. The City’s system is approximately 62% lined and the remaining 38% has been addressed through spot repairs, maintenance hole rehabilita�on and planned sewer repair work. Addi�onal spot repair and lining work is scheduled to begin in FY22-24 which will address PACP rated 5 and 4 sewer main line that needs aten�on. Integrated Water Resources Master Plan (IWRMP): The IWRMP assessed the integrity of the wastewater and stormwater infrastructure. The IWRMP iden�fied improvement projects for both assets that would reduce the poten�al of sewer overflow due to capacity and flood event. The recommended projects in the IWRMP will be planned for future CIP projects which includes mul�-benefit approach to urban runoff capture and use.
Monitoring: To date, approximately 84% of the sewer system has been CCTV'd. In 2019 to present, the current CIP project will complete approximately more than 20 miles of CCTV inspec�on to complete a system CCTV inspec�on within a five-year term. Ongoing CCTV inspec�ons will be the result of private sewer backups and public SSOs.
MS4 Permit: To comply with the regional Na�onal Pollutant Discharge Elimina�on System (NPDES) permit (MS4 Permit), Beverly Hills is implemen�ng the programs and projects prescribed in the Ballona Creek Enhanced Watershed Management program (BC-EWMP). The BC-EWMP provides compliance goals by implemen�ng stormwater programs and the City’s ability to construct green infrastructure that will capture and treat 87 acre-�. of urban runoff. The City completed a Stormwater Compliance Master Plan in 2019 which refines the green infrastructure elements of the BC-EWMP.
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Green Streets: The City adopted a Green Streets Policy in 2015 that requires new streets construc�on to include Best Management Prac�ces that would manage urban runoff from reaching the storm drain systems.
3.4 Stormwater (Flood) Master Plan. Implement the Stormwater Master Plan to maintain and upgrade public storm drains and storage control facili�es in conformance with the updated General Plan and requirements of the NPDES, including ac�ons to eliminate illegal storm water discharges as specified in the ac�ons listed below:
• Develop guidelines that limit the percentage of impermeable surfaces (such as asphalt) for large new or renovated public, ins�tu�onal, residen�al, and commercial projects and require permeable surfaces such as alleys, parking lots, to be cleaned frequently to remove debris and residue;
• Con�nue to fund and undertake storm drain improvement projects as iden�fied in the City’s Storm Water System Master Plan; • Develop and maintain a program to install filters and catch basins for the City storm drain system and minimize shallow groundwater from being discharged into the stormwater system as well as inves�gate other methods to limit pollutants from entering the drainage system; • Establish procedures to use City parks for stormwater capture and recharge using grading, channeling and subterranean and other feasible capture methods;
• Require that individual project owners and operators handle, store, apply, and dispose of all pest control, herbicide, insec�cide, and other similar substances properly;
• Con�nue to fund and undertake storm drain improvement projects as iden�fied in the City’s Stormwater System Master Plan; and • Require that parking lots and public and private streets and alleys be cleaned as frequently as necessary, and in a manner that minimizes noise and water consump�on, to remove debris and contaminated residue.
Storm system capaci�es were evaluated as part of the Integrated Water Resource Management Plan (IWRMP). The IWRMP was adopted by the City Council in 2021, and implementa�on of this plan will take place from 2021 to 2025. Part 1 of the IWRMP addresses the City’s major water resources strategy which includes imported water, groundwater, and other poten�al supply sources. Part 1 also addresses other topics including emergency storage for the water system, and stormwater compliance. Part 2 of the IWRMP is a master plan of the water, sewer, and storm drain systems. For each system, the document addresses the exis�ng system and service area, evalua�on and design criteria, system analysis, and capital improvements.
The stormwater sec�on of the IWRMP listed storm drain systems recommended to be upgraded to meet the runoff volume from a 100-year storm event and reduc�on of alley flooding as result of assessing and improving alley drains. A list of stormwater infrastructure improvements are included in the plan. In addi�on, mul�-benefit stormwater projects have also been iden�fied from this process specifically diver�ng urban runoff from Benedict Canyon Channel, trea�ng it and using it for non-potable water source such as irriga�on.
Low Impact Development Regula�ons: In 2015 the City Council adopted a Low Impact Development (LID) Ordinance and a Green Streets Policy. This policy addresses many of the storm water issues that may arise from land development.
Catch Basins: The City completed the installa�on of trash-excluders and full capture devices on all catch basins to meet the Trash Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements. As a result, the City will be upgrading its catch basin cleaning program to prevent flooding and vector issues that are associated with filled catch basins. The retrofited catch basins treats 96% of the City’s drainage areas. The 4% non-treated areas are a result of the current MTA subway projects where these basins have not been retrofited and the 3% drainage areas where small catch basins resides. By FY 21-22, the City will be performing a Daily Genera�on Rate (DGR) study to see if the City meets its trash and debris compliance requirement.
The DGR study showed that the City’s infrastructure, street sweeping and catch basin cleaning programs has achieved 99.8% compliance with the Ballona Creek Trash TMDL requirement.
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sharing scenarios to capture stormwater and discharge it to the sewer system to meet regulatory requirements. The City is star�ng the feasibility study for a regional stormwater project to be constructed in the City Parks. This is part of comple�ng the Enhanced Watershed Management Program (EWMP).
The City is currently construc�ng the Burton Way Median Green Streets and Water Efficient Landscape project. Project will have a 7 acre-�. capacity and expected to capture and treat approximately 69 acre-� of runoff annually. The project will also be able to use the captured runoff for landscape irriga�on and in essence removing the median off the potable water irriga�on grid.
The City also executed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Culver Median Stormwater Regional Project where the city is providing $3.5M capital funds to construct a regional project that has a 19.5 acre-�. capacity. In return for being project partners, Beverly Hills will be receiving 4.4 acre-�. compliance capacity towards its BC-EWMP obliga�ons. The project is expected to be completed by February 2022.
Outreach: Outreach and educa�onal program are part of the solid waste and stormwater program.
Street Sweeping: The City has a robust 7-day a week street sweeping program that covers residen�al and commercial areas. In addi�on, the City has a sidewalk cleaning program that services the commercial areas. Both opera�ons use Best Management Prac�ces to conserve water and prevent contaminated water from draining into the storm drain system.
3.5 Solid Waste Master Plan. Con�nue to provide an adequate and orderly system for collec�on and disposal of solid waste for new and exis�ng development in the City, including regula�ng green waste disposal by professional gardeners and the use of sustainable prac�ces to reduce waste streams.
Encourage and support regional and Statewide efforts to reduce the solid waste stream including recycling programs and a reduc�on in the use of plas�c bags.
Adopt the Dra� Source Reduc�on and Recycling Element (SRRE) and the Household Hazardous Waste Element (HHWE) consistent with the requirements of the California Integrated Waste Management Act (CIWMA) of 1989 and the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB). Subsequently monitor the implementa�on of these programs.
City complies with AB 939 and AB 341 with a verified diversion rate of 50%. In the future, the City will implement expanded diversion and reduc�on programs as incorporated in the City’s Sustainability Plan.
Phase one of the Plas�c Bag Ban ordinance became effec�ve in 2014. Phase one covered larger scale retail stores. Phase two of the ordinance covers smaller scale grocery, pharmacy, and food marts, which went into effect in 2015.
The City is developing an implementa�on plan to further comply with AB 1826 (Mandatory Commercial Organics Recycling) forth �er generators, and SB 1383 regula�ons.
The City adopted the Disposable Foodware Accessories Upon Request Ordinance.
The goal of the ordinance is to prohibit the automa�c distribu�on of utensils, straws, napkins and condiments that typically comes with food takeout orders. The ordinance is also expected to reduce waste locally and reduce the GHG emission regionally from the produc�on and disposal of those products. The ordinance took into effect on November 27, 2021.
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3.6 Streetscape Master Plan. Develop a Streetscape Master Plan that outlines improvements and iden�fies funding sources for improvements to the City’s streetscape system. The Master Plan shall include streetscape enhancements such as ligh�ng, street trees, benches, plazas and other ameni�es in the public right-of-way.
The City con�nued work on a dra� streetscape plan for Wilshire and La Cienega Boulevards, the first in a series of streetscape plans for commercial streets in the city. The plan will improve walkability and access to the future Metro Purple Line sta�ons in Beverly Hills, recommend sustainable infrastructure and stormwater management prac�ces, and include condi�ons of approval for new developments. 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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3.7 Circula�on, Mobility, and Parking. Ensure the con�nued maintenance and improve the performance of the exis�ng mobility system while developing and offering more opportuni�es for mul�-modal op�ons consistent with the updated general plan. Undertake the following ac�ons:
• Study and implement a variety of Intelligent Transporta�on Systems (ITS);
• Develop a Parking Master Plan and the tools to fund and implement the Plan including parking assessment districts, conges�on pricing, and other tools to maximize the use of City resources;
• Prepare and implement a Mobility & Bicycle Master Plan inclusive of car sharing opportuni�es;
• Monitor and manage traffic condi�ons on City streets and make necessary improvements;
• Provide regular street maintenance;
• Work with Metro to support the extension of the subway and improve transit ridership;
• Con�nue to offer and ac�vely seek new methods to provide a wider variety of transit services;
• Expand the Transporta�on Demand Management programs;
• Develop and implement a Neighborhood Traffic Management Program;
• Require developments to mi�gate traffic and provide mul�-modal ameni�es;
• Ensure that streets are improved to complete street standards; • Maintain and enforce truck routes;
• Provide incen�ves for unbundled and shared parking, seek publicprivate partnerships for parking, and manage parking costs to reduce vehicle trips;
• Implement Flexible Level of Service Standards;
• Develop an air quality improvement program that includes measures such as trip reduc�on measures, clean/alterna�ve fuel fleet vehicles; reduce source emissions, and protec�on of sensi�ve receptors with the California Air Resources Board to iden�fy ways that it may assist the City with its goal to reduce air pollu�on by reducing emissions from mobile sources;
Bicycles: The City con�nues efforts to expand bicycle facili�es. The City installed bike racks Citywide under its Bike Rack-on-Request program, through the OpenBH program, and at parks. The City expanded its bike corral program by installing several on-street corrals on South Beverly and conver�ng former bike share sta�ons to on-street public corrals.
Complete Streets: The City Council adopted a Complete Streets Plan to address pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and automobile ac�vity in the City, which considers an electric car share program as part of first-last mile solu�ons to the future Metro Purple Line subway sta�ons (under construc�on). Part of the process included upda�ng the Bicycle Master Plan. The plan also considers emerging transporta�on trends, including autonomous and connected vehicles, and dockless mobility; changes to parking policies such as through shared use agreements (to beter accommodate demand); a curbside management pilot program; and real �me travel informa�on at bus stops.
The City implemented the first protected bike lane on Roxbury Drive south of Olympic Boulevard to implement the Complete Streets Plan. City Council approved a one-year pilot project that will inform future protected bike lane projects in Beverly Hills.
The Traffic and Parking Commission recommended support for bikeway projects to implement the Complete Streets Plan, including: A southbound bike lane on San Vicente Boulevard, bike lanes on North Beverly Drive, bike lanes on Spalding Drive, and 14 miles of bicycle markings (sharrows) and signage on streets throughout Beverly Hills as part of the minimum grid network.
The City completed design for buffered bike lanes on Burton Way, which will upgrade the exis�ng non-buffered bike lanes.
The City con�nued work on a Wilshire/La Cienega Boulevard streetscape plan (Connect Beverly Hills / “Meet Me on Wilshire”) that will improve walkability through streetscape and infrastructure upgrades, improve access to the Metro subway through a conceptual site plan for a Mobility Hub at Wilshire Blvd/N. Gale Dr., and increase transit ridership through bus stop improvements that enhance the rider experience.
The City Council established a Slow Streets Program to encourage ac�ve transporta�on on residen�al streets and discourage unsafe vehicle speeding.
The City celebrated Na�onal Bike Month in May to promote safe cycling throughout Beverly Hills.
The City Council approved coordina�on with West Hollywood and Los Angeles to bring the CicLAvia open streets event to Beverly Hills. 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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• Develop and implement a commercial Parking and Registra�on Program to inform and educate the public and the City on the availability and cost of private commercial parking in the City; and • Develop and implement a real-�me parking availability and loca�on system for both public and private parking resources to assist visitors and residents with loca�ng available parking spaces.
The City con�nued design of five pedestrian crossing projects at Robertson/Chalmers, Wilshire/Palm, 200 block of S Beverly, 400 block of N Camden, and 400 block of N Bedford through a Metro Call for Projects grant. The projects are an�cipated to go out to bid for construc�on in early 2022.
The City completed the SCAG grant-funded Pedestrian and Bicycle Awareness Campaign. This included a new Mobility website at www.beverlyhills.org/mobility, an educa�onal campaign via social media, a hard copy and digital Tip Sheet, and a demonstra�on project at Camden/Brighton with painted curb extensions, bike parking, and public sea�ng.
During the con�nued COVID-19 pandemic, the City has adjusted traffic signal �ming and created automa�c crosswalk signals with signage to limit the spread of the virus and improve the pedestrian experience.
Parking: The City con�nues to use a parking inventory model as a resource in reviewing development projects. The City is in the process of consolida�ng the City’s Preferen�al Parking Permit Zones for more efficient parking enforcement and review process. More than half of the 19 City-owned parking structures have parking space coun�ng infrastructure with real-�me occupancy/available space informa�on.
Improvements: The City is in the process of upgrading its signal system to the current best prac�ce to prepare for autonomous and connected vehicle integra�on.
Monitoring and Counts: The City con�nues development of a GIS-based traffic counts database to beter monitor traffic condi�ons and implement appropriate measures. The City con�nues to collect baseline traffic counts on streets surrounding the future Metro Purple Line Wilshire/Rodeo subway sta�on. The counts are being used to determine impacts to traffic associated with sta�on construc�on so that the appropriate mi�ga�ons can be implemented. The City purchased a real �me bicycle and pedestrian counts display to collect 24/7 counts on North Santa Monica Boulevard.
Mi�ga�on: The City con�nues to monitor the temporary closure of North Cañon Drive at Wilshire Boulevard as a traffic mi�ga�on for construc�on of the Metro Purple Line Wilshire/Rodeo subway sta�on. The closure includes a wayfinding signage program to direct drivers around the closure.
Subway Sta�on Area Planning: The LACMTA Board adopted the first/last mile plan for Sec�on 1 of the Purple Line Extension, including the Wilshire/La Cienega subway sta�on, in coordina�on with the City.
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The City released an RFP for design of the North Portal. The project is a second entrance/exit to the Wilshire/Rodeo subway sta�on on the north side of Wilshire Boulevard at Beverly Drive.
Construc�on Management: The City con�nues to enforce Trousdale Area Construc�on Measures that were implemented in 2014; the measures include routes, vehicle weight limits, and vehicle inspec�on requirements for construc�on related heavy hauling vehicles.
Air Quality: The City kicked off a Climate Ac�on and Adapta�on Plan that will explore metrics to reduce transporta�on impacts on air quality and climate change.
3.8 Street Tree Master Plan. Con�nue to implement and comprehensively review the Street Tree Master Plan and update as necessary to keep current with the goals and objec�ves for the protec�on and expansion of the City’s urban forest and evaluate goals related to such topics as aesthe�c effect, tree health, fire safety, sidewalk impact, historic character of neighborhood, view impacts, and heat-reduc�on through growth of tree shade.
The City con�nues to invest in ongoing pruning cycles to sustain tree health, maintain aesthe�cs and protect the City’s infrastructure. A consultant review of the City’s tree related policies and programs was commissioned with the goal of providing a holis�c approach to the policies that impact the management of the City’s public and private trees. The consultant’s work on the project included field analysis, analyzing inventory and management data and gathering input from residents and the numerous City departments and policies that impact both public and private trees. The result of this effort will be a long-term roadmap to the management of public and private trees in the City of Beverly Hills memorialized in the document “Urban Forest Management Plan”.
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4.0 Financing and Budge�ng
Imp.
No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
4.1 User Fees. On a periodic basis, review all fees, including user fees, community facili�es/special assessment districts such as parkland fees, developer impact/in-lieu fees to determine if they are adequate to cover the costs to implement ongoing programs as well as new programs established as part of the General Plan update. Fees shall be revised as necessary based upon the results of this analysis and/or individualized rate studies, and compara�ve assessment of other jurisdic�ons to assure that the City is compe��ve with adjacent jurisdic�ons. The fees to be reviewed include but are not limited to the following:
• Appeals
• Business Permits
• Copies, Reports, etc.
• Facilities Use Fees
• Inspections, Permits, and Reviews
• Library Services
• Parking Citations
• Parking Rates
• Recreation Fees and Animal Licenses
• Special Events and Filming
• Taxes
• Utility Rates and Fees
All City fees are reviewed and adjusted annually, many by CPI, through the adop�on of City Council Resolu�ons.
Detail regarding changes adopted can be found online at htps://beverlyhills.org, City Council Agendas for the April 12, 2022 Special Mee�ng of the City Council and Parking Authority.
4.2 Local, Federal, State, and County Funding. Con�nue to pursue available local, Federal, State, county, and regional funds, grants, bonds, and cost recovery for a variety of City services and infrastructure including the areas of safety, recrea�on, community development, transporta�on and emergency management and disaster public awareness programs, including ongoing services as well as new programs ini�ated as part of the updated General Plan.
The City con�nues to pursue all available funding sources, including federal funding related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
4.3 Nongovernmental Funds. Work with local community organiza�ons, private groups and founda�ons, residents, and other public and private en��es to encourage funding and support for programs that benefit the community at large such as parks and open space, street trees, recrea�on programs, water conserva�on efforts, transporta�on improvements, health and safety, emergency management, disaster mi�ga�on preparedness, response and recovery, and cultural resource preserva�on.
The City currently works with several community organiza�ons and private groups to fund and support programs benefi�ng the community, such as the Beverly Hills Community Charitable Founda�on, Friends of the Beverly Hills Public Library, Friends of Greystone, Friends of Beverly Gardens Park, Community Centers such as the Maple Counseling Center, and the Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management.
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5.0 Community and Economic Development
Imp.
No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
5.1 Housing. Adopt a number of programs that promote the preserva�on, conserva�on and improvement of housing in the community, support the development of housing for all economic segments, support the needs of special needs households, remove constraints to housing produc�on and support equal housing opportuni�es for all residents.
The City’s 2014-2021 Housing Element was adopted in 2013 and cer�fied by the State in 2014. The City is currently implemen�ng programs included in the element. See Sec�on 5 of the report for a summary of the status of housing-related programs. The City has adopted the 2021- 2029 Housing Element, and is currently working with the state Department of Housing and Community Development to obtain cer�fica�on.
In 2020, the City adopted a mixed use ordinance, allowing residen�al use in some commercial corridors. This will allow residen�al units without displacing current tenants.
In 2020, the City extended the interim inclusionary housing ordinance that requires developers to include affordable housing units in new projects in the City as it con�nues work on a study to establish permanent regula�ons.
The City developed a Rent Stabiliza�on Commission in 2020 to act as an advisory to the City Council in all maters which relate to Rent Stabiliza�on, including rental assistance programs and proac�ve inspec�on program to preserve the current Rent Stabiliza�on Ordinance units and to consider greater tenant protec�ons.
5.2 Economic Sustainability. Work to maintain a strong local economy with an emphasis on commercial industries by:
• Developing an economic sustainability plan;
• Iden�fying land use and other opportuni�es to expand the tax base; • Ensuring its market posi�on through marke�ng, the promo�on of green businesses, assessments of needs and public-private partnerships; • Ensuring its development processing is conducive to producing a highquality infrastructure and services; • Encouraging the forma�on of Business Improvement Districts and business associa�ons; and
• Encouraging the improvement of business along major corridors.
In 2021, the City approved an update to the City’s Prior Economic Sustainability Plan. The new Economic Sustainability plan focuses on the 3 B’s (Brand, Budget, and well-Being) as economic strategies and ac�ons that increase the City’s resiliency to market downturns, geopoli�cal risks, and uncertain�es, while trying to avoid overcorrec�on from the pandemic.
The City is working with its partner organiza�ons (Chamber of Commerce, Conference and Visitors Bureau, and Rodeo Drive Commitee) to ensure Beverly Hills remains compe��ve as a des�na�on by con�nuing key branding and marke�ng ini�a�ves such as enhanced special events and digital marke�ng outreach. The City is also working with its partners to mi�gate the impacts to businesses of two subway sta�ons as a result of the Metro Subway Purple Line Extension as well as the COVID-19 Pandemic.
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In 2018, the City reconvened the previously exis�ng Small Business Task Force to work directly with the Small Business community on issues uniquely facing small businesses in Beverly Hills. The City con�nues to work with the Chamber of Commerce to keep businesses informed regarding City issues and to understand the needs of the business community.
In 2019, the City Council passed an urgency ordinance to reduce parking requirements for restaurants in order to stay compe��ve in the restaurant market and enhance the vitality of commercial areas of the City.
The City ini�ated a Tobacco Hardship Exemp�on program in 2019, accep�ng applica�ons through October 2020 to allow accepted applicant businesses to con�nue tobacco sales for a specified amount of �me. The City also worked with its partner agencies to provide business management support to assist businesses in dealing with revenue loss.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the City relaxed signage restric�ons and created the OpenBH program to assist businesses with opening up their services outside including opening up outdoor dining on sidewalks, parking lots, and in parklets (parking metered spaces). This allowed businesses that were restricted to outdoor only services during the pandemic to s�ll generate income while complying with current Health Orders.
In 2020, the City convened the first Property Owners Task Force to work directly with Commercial Property Owners in the community on strategies to fill exis�ng vacancies and mi�gate increased vacancy rates due to COVID-19. The City con�nues its partnership with the Chamber of Commerce to solicit feedback from Commercial Real Estate Brokers biannually regarding real estate trends and barriers to entry into the Beverly Hills Real Estate Market.
During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new ini�a�ve (“Business with Bosse”) to bolster the local economy by spotligh�ng local businesses in rota�ng monthly community gatherings at the showcased business’ loca�on. In 2022, 17 Business with Bosse events were held showcasing different local business establishments across the city.
5.3 Code Enforcement. Con�nue to aggressively enforce health and safety, zoning, and other codes and ordinances that implement the General Plan.
Currently in effect.
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5.4 Cultural Resources. Consider establishing a local register of historic resources and programs to support this effort and increase community awareness of the City's rich diversity of cultural resources, including an awards program that recognizes excellence in City projects, and by providing public trails, recrea�on areas, and viewing areas adjacent to significant visual resources, where feasible, in order to increase public enjoyment.
In 2012, the City established a Register of Historic Resources with an op�onal recogni�on plaque program. In 2019, the Cultural Heritage Commission (CHC) and City Council established of a new program to honor culturally important loca�ons within the City, en�tled the Golden Shield award. In 2019, the first three awards were approved for: The Dona Maria Rita Valdez de Villa Homestead, the Original Lawry’s Restaurant, and Giorgio Beverly Hills Bou�que. In 2020, the CHC recommended three addi�onal awardees which were approved by the City Council in 2021. By 2022, the Beverly Hills Register of Historic Proper�es included 44 local landmarks. In 2022, six Golden Shields were awarded to addi�onal cultural points of interest in the City. To date, there have been 26 Golden Shield nomina�ons by the Cultural Heritage Commission. In November and December 2022, the first two Golden Shield plaques were installed in the ground commemora�ng the cultural significance of the Doña Maria Rita Valdez de Villa Homestead and the Gershwin Residence.
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6.0 City Services and Opera�ons
Imp.
No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
6.1 Community Services. Con�nue to provide a full range of public services including: building permi�ng, public safety (fire and police response and preven�on), emergency preparedness and disaster response and recovery, hazardous waste response/services, solid waste collec�on and recycling programs, community services (parks, libraries, and recrea�onal facili�es and programs), infrastructure maintenance, and human services as well as cultural resources programs within the community.
Currently in effect. These programs are highlighted throughout this Annual Report.
In 2019, the City launched the Arts and Culture ini�a�ve, which focuses on expanding arts and culture programs, events and opportuni�es in the City. To help lead that effort, the City Council transformed the Fine Art Commission into the new Arts and Culture Commission, and expanded their purview. The Commission has developed a work plan for its first 18–24 months and is making strides in establishing new policies, procedures and connec�ons to help with the expansion effort. A dedicated cultural arts website, www.beverlyhillsarts.org, was created in December 2019. The website features a calendar of all cultural arts events in the City of Beverly Hills in one convenient place. Also included on the website is an expansive list of ar�st resources, a comprehensive directory of event spaces, a public art map and more informa�on related to cultural arts in the City. 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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In 2020, City Library services responded to COVID-19 safer at home orders by expanding the digital content available to the community and offering contactless checkout of books and other physical media.
Since October 2020, both Preschool and Adventure Camp programs have been opera�ng in-person programs at both park sites as well as two classrooms at Hawthorne Elementary. The City con�nued to offer one preschool virtually to allow families this op�on if they were not comfortable sending their children in person.
Summer Adult & Senior Programs returned to in person programming offering minimal class offerings but con�nuing to maintain social distancing and requiring the con�nued use of face coverings.
In 2021, Community Service staff worked with the Arts and Culture Commission to bring its Visions of the Future ini�a�ve to light – filling vacant spaces with art displays. To-date, the City has hosted two Visions of the Future installa�ons and plans to con�nue its arts and culture ini�a�ve.
The Beverly Hills Public Library reopened in 2021 with a Curbside program and later opened its doors to a variety of programs as well as general use of the library.
In 2022 the Arts and Culture Commission launched monthly Art Walk to showcase the City’s Public Art collec�on.
In 2022, Community Services Arts and Culture Division brought forward an inaugural Pride event highligh�ng diversity and inclusion. The Human Services Division along with the Human Rela�ons Commission introduced its Cri�cal Conversa�ons Series.
In 2022 Community Services returned to expanded in person programs from early educa�on through senior adult offerings. Expanded programs include classes, events, and dances for all ages.
The Beverly Hills Public Library reopened to full opera�ng hours and con�nues to bring back services and programs for all ages post COVID-19.
The Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market con�nues to offer various special events at the Sunday Market. In 2022 the Farmers’ Market introduced a Holiday Cookie Bake contest.
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The new Holiday’s at Greystone event was expanded from a one-day event in 2021 to a full weekend of ac�vi�es and performances in 2022. Holiday’s at Greystone included Bob Baker’s Marionetes, a fully decorated indoor first floor of the Greystone Mansion as well as Santa and Mrs. Clause.
In FY 2022-23, the Human Services Division issued over $2 million in Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF). Maintaining a social service safety net is a public service policy stated in the City’s General Plan. To this end, the City of Beverly Hills allocates General Fund dollars to Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF) which is administered by the Human Services Division.
Agencies funded through CAGF provide social services the City does not provide directly to the most vulnerable members of the community including homeless individuals, ac�ve and frail elderly, disabled and low-means residents. By funding a safety net, the City establishes a con�nuum of care that improves coordina�on across providers, increases access and availability of services to community members and supports the quality of life in Beverly Hills.
6.2 Technology Applica�ons. Explore the feasibility of new systems and technologies that may enhance City opera�ons and service to the public.
As part of the City’s Strategic Communica�ons Plan, a Website Steering Commitee was created to assist with gathering feedback about the City’s current website and reviewing RFPs from vendors interested in redoing the City’s webpages. The City will ul�mately choose a vendor to move forward with the new City website (work to begin this year).
The City makes much informa�on available to the public online through the City’s website. The City also provides e-blasts and newsleters for current and upcoming civic events and Mayoral ini�a�ves. The City regularly communicates details on City ini�a�ves and programs through Beverly Hills Television when applicable (the City’s cable channel via short 1 min videos for social media); television monitors in City parking structures, informa�on booths at community events, AM radio, social media, and at City Council, City Commission and general community mee�ngs.
The City has made technology enhancements by migra�ng users to cloud-based so�ware op�ons to increase the efficiency of City opera�ons and services to the public. The City has con�nued to deploy proven technology in support of the Police Department’s Real Time Watch Center (RTWC), a crime preven�on and response system. Addi�onal so�ware has been implemented for the RTWC and will be renewed on an ongoing basis. Camera installa�on and maintenance will con�nue.
As part of Enhanced Services for the Unhoused, the City Council authorized the procurement of a so�ware system (Bonterra’s Apricot 360) designed to track and 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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provide case management services to the unhoused in Beverly Hills, and allows the various field-outreach teams to enter and view data in real-�me, from the field. The data accumulated from the so�ware system will allow the Human Services Division to more acutely provide assistance to the unhoused in the community.
Addi�onally, the City’s Informa�on Technology Department has engaged with a consultant to produce a new Five-Year Strategic Plan before the end of calendar year 2023.
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7.0 Inter-Governmental Coordina�on and Partnerships
Imp.
No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
7.1 Intergovernmental Agreements. Collaborate with internal City agencies and adjoining jurisdic�ons to address planning, development, transporta�on, residen�al parking, open space lands and recrea�onal opportuni�es, educa�on, energy, water, and resource conserva�on and other issues that jointly impact their mutual communi�es of interest. The City will also work with surrounding jurisdic�ons and agencies to coordinate and test emergency preparedness and response and recovery plans, emphasizing rapid reconstruc�on of the City following a disaster event. This will include exploring possible joint efforts to share emerging technology, par�cularly in the area of security and emergency management enhancements.
The City is a member of the Westside Ci�es Sub-region under the local Metropolitan Planning Organiza�on (Southern California Associa�on of Governments), and is a member of the Westside City Council of Governments (WSCCOG). Through each of these en��es, the City par�cipates in regional issues and planning efforts, such as planning for Plug-in Electric Vehicles. Through the WSCCOG, the Human Services Division par�cipates in the Homelessness Working group, in which best prac�ces and strategizes are shared with fellow WSCCOG ci�es.
The City is a member of the Ballona Creek Watershed Management Group (BCWMG). BC-WMG is a regional watershed group that plans and addresses stormwater quality requirements through water quality monitoring and regional stormwater projects.
The City con�nues to work with LA County Metro on issues related to the Westside Purple Line Subway Extension.
The City is a member of the Clean Power Alliance (CPA), formerly the Los Angeles Community Choice Energy (LACCE) which is a local Community Choice Aggrega�on program, provides the choice of 36%, 50%, and 100% renewable energy to its member agencies. The CPA has 31 local government agencies providing renewable electricity to the region. The City is currently defaulted at 50% renewable energy.
The City is a member of the South Bay Integrated Regional Water Management Program that allows regional collabora�ve planning and management of water resources within the region.
The City is a member of the Central Basin Sustainable Groundwater Management Act group that will be responsible for maintaining and managing the groundwater aquifer in the region.
The City is a member of the Westside Energy Partnership. The partnership includes local government programs that provide administra�ve and planning services to complete energy efficiency (electricity and natural gas) projects.
The City par�cipates in the Los Angeles County Area A, State, and Federal emergency preparedness tests, drills and exercises.
The City regularly tests its emergency no�fica�on system, which is capable of reaching residents and businesses alike.
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The City, through joint powers agreements, shares informa�on and technology with the Ci�es of West Hollywood and Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Culver City, and the County of Los Angeles.
The City exercised a variety of emergency response and recovery tests, for both planned and unplanned events.
In 2022, the Human Services Division collaborate with LAHSA (Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority) on the annual point-in-�me homeless count and to learn about regional resources and funding opportuni�es.
7.2 Federal, State, and Regional Coordina�on. Con�nue to train City employees to collaborate with Federal Agencies, State Agencies, and Regional Agencies such as Southern California Associa�on of Governments (SCAG), and South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), and with Los Angeles County in numerous programs affec�ng land use and development, transporta�on, infrastructure, resource conserva�on, environmental quality, open space and recrea�onal opportuni�es, emergency/disaster mi�ga�on preparedness response and recovery, and other issues that require mutual collabora�on and community benefit, including but not limited to the agencies iden�fied below:
• Metropolitan Water District;
• South Coast Air Quality Management District;
• Southern California Associa�on of Governments;
• California State Parks;
• Na�onal Marine Fisheries Service;
• Santa Monica Mountains Na�onal Recrea�on Area; and
Coordinate with the u�lity providers Southern California Edison and Southern California Gas Company to publicize programs and incen�ves to reduce energy consump�on, and to ensure that adequate natural gas and electrical facili�es are available to meet the demands of exis�ng and future developments.
The City ac�vely collaborates with other local, Regional, State, and Federal agencies. Staff is encouraged to work closely with Federal, State and Regional agencies as appropriate. Currently, the City has mutual aid agreements with the City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles Public Works, and County of Los Angeles Fire Department. The City also has a Disaster Management Area A Joint Powers Agreement with other Westside ci�es and the County of Los Angeles.
The City con�nues to develop Memorandums of Agreement (MOUs) with stakeholders for disaster preparedness.
The library par�cipates in Southern California Library Coopera�ve for sharing of library materials and programing.
The City con�nues to coordinate with County, State, and Federal partners to protect the community by following and enac�ng all current COVID-19 guidelines.
Human Services Division collaborates with LAHSA (Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority) on the annual point-in-�me homeless count and to learn about regional resources and funding opportuni�es.
Human Services Division coordinates a monthly homelessness call with representa�ves from the Supervisorial District, Los Angeles Council District 5, State Assembly member, and State Senator’s office.
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7.3 Community Partnerships. Partner with local private, non-profit, and quasi-public organiza�ons and groups, to address their mutual communi�es of interest to support and enhance programs that benefit the community at large. These groups may include, but are not limited to the areas of cultural arts, historic preserva�on, business and economic development such as the Chamber of Commerce, Team Beverly Hills, the Beverly Hills Unified School District, emergency management, energy and telecommunica�ons service providers such as Southern California Edison Company and Southern California Gas Company and others that strive to promote the City and enhance the quality of life within the community.
The City ac�vely collaborates with local private, non-profit, and quasi-public organiza�ons and groups to benefit the community including the Chamber of Commerce, groups with an interest in historic preserva�on and the Beverly Hills Unified School District.
In 2022, the City also conducted Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Business Emergency Response Team (BERT) trainings for the community and businesses.
In 2022, the City con�nued its Disaster Ready program, which encourages businesses to prepare the business for a disaster
The City of Beverly Hills has a partnership with Cedars-Sinai to provide a free-ofcharge smoking cessa�on program to individuals living or working in Beverly Hills.
The Just in Case BH program consists of emergency preparedness training, crime preven�on, and communica�on networks for dissemina�ng informa�on, while nega�ng rumors or misleading reports. The City's primary communica�ons pla�orm is Everbridge. The City also uses Nixle text alerts through which residents and business owners sign up to receive emergency no�fica�ons.
Through the CAGF process, the City contributes financial support and partners with a variety of community organiza�ons from Beverly Hills Educa�onal Founda�on to Beverly Hills Community Farm, BH CPR, the Wallis, and Beverly Hills Ac�ve Adult Club, to name a few.
In 2022, The Maple Counseling Center moved in to the City-owned building at 1945 S La Cienega Boulevard as its new headquarters. The Maple Counseling Center provides mental health services and the City is partnered via the Community Assistance Grant Fund.
During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new ini�a�ve to promote mental health and wellness (“Mayor’s Mental Wellness Series”) throughout the community by hos�ng prominent speakers and events, which are open to all and free-of-charge.
8.0 Public Informa�on and Involvement
Imp.
No. Program Title and Descrip�on Status
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8.1 Public Informa�on and Involvement. Con�nue to make informa�on available to residents and businesses regarding City services and programs, and key community issues. The range of informa�on to be presented includes:
• land use zoning and development processes;
• development fees;
• code compliance;
• property and building maintenance and improvement techniques; • financial assistance and affordable housing programs; • public transporta�on;
• ride-sharing;
• energy conserva�on methods;
• waste reduc�on and recycling programs;
• hazards and emergency/disaster mi�ga�on preparedness, evacua�on, and response and recovery protocols and procedures; • natural resources and their value;
• educa�onal and cultural events and venues;
• parks and recrea�on;
• health and safety;
• seniors and youth programs; and
• access to government services and elected officials.
This informa�on may be presented in flyers and newsleters that are distributed to households in the City, senior centers, and community center; on the City’s webpage; by cable television broadcasts; in workshops with homeowners associa�ons, business organiza�ons, and community groups; and general community presenta�ons and workshops.
The City makes much of this informa�on available to the public online through the City’s website. The City also provides e-blasts and newsleters for current and upcoming civic events. The City regularly communicates details on City ini�a�ves and programs through Beverly Hills Television when applicable (the City’s cable channel via short 1 min videos for social media); television monitors in City parking structures, informa�on booths at community events, AM radio, social media, and at City Council, City Commission and general community mee�ngs. Video mee�ngs became a rou�ne way of communica�ng with the public for all mee�ngs due to COVID-19.
Throughout the year, the City provided ongoing priority communica�ons regarding the COVID-19 pandemic through its social media, website (dedicated COVID-19 webpage and COVID vaccine webpage) and through press releases and eNo�ces. It communicated vaccine eligibility through ads in its local papers as well.
Staff members from mul�ple City departments collaborated on several major projects including LA Marathon, Outdoor Warning System Project, Mayor’s Mental Health & Wellness Series, and Holiday Ligh�ng,
In 2021, the City Communica�ons team worked closely with the Public Works Department to communicate the City’s sustainability efforts. In November 2021, the City passed its Disposable Foodware Accessories Ordinance and the City worked with its local businesses to have appropriate collateral/materials available.
Addi�onally, a dedicated webpage was created and adver�sements and social media was pushed out. The City’s Communica�ons team also worked closely with the department’s Transporta�on team to communicate new bike lanes (pilot programs) and its Connect BH project (recommended pedestrian improvements at intersec�ons and design standards for the future La Cienega and Wilshire Metro sta�ons). The City Communica�ons team ran paid social adver�sements for Connect BH throughout 2021.
Representa�ves from the City regularly provide informa�on to its employees, businesses, schools, Parent-Teacher Associa�ons, faith based and community organiza�ons, residents, and medical centers on disaster preparedness.
Community Services programming and social services were delivered online via BHTV, the Community Life BH webpage on the City’s website and social media pla�orms.
A dedicated cultural arts website, www.beverlyhillsarts.org, was created in December 2019. The website features a calendar of all cultural arts events in the City of Beverly Hills in one convenient place. Also included on the website is an 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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expansive list of ar�st resources, a comprehensive directory of event spaces, a public art map and more informa�on related to cultural arts in the City.
In 2021, Community Service staff worked with the Arts and Culture Commission to bring its Visions of the Future ini�a�ve to light – filling vacant spaces with art displays. To-date, the City has hosted two Visions of the Future installa�ons and plans to con�nue its arts and culture ini�a�ve in 2022.
Since October 2020, both Preschool and Adventure Camp programs have been opera�ng in-person programs at both park sites as well as two classrooms at Hawthorne Elementary. The City con�nued to offer one preschool virtually to allow families this op�on if they were not comfortable sending their children in person. Summer Adult & Senior Programs returned to in person programming offering minimal class offerings but con�nuing to maintain social distancing and requiring the con�nued use of face coverings.
The Beverly Hills Public Library reopened in 2021 with a Curbside program and later opened its doors to a variety of programs as well as general use of the library.
The Just in Case BH program began this year and consists of emergency preparedness training, crime preven�on, and communica�on networks for dissemina�ng informa�on, while nega�ng rumors or misleading reports. The City's primary communica�ons pla�orm is Everbridge as well as Nixle text alerts in which residents and business owners sign up to receive emergency no�fica�ons.
During her term in 2022-2023, Mayor Lili Bosse created a new ini�a�ve (“Live with Lili”) to host regular hybrid public forums where members of the public gain direct access to their local elected officials to share ideas, sugges�ons, and thoughts, in an approachable and accessible format.
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HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAMS AND PROGRESS
Progress on implemen�ng the City’s housing programs is summarized in the Housing Element Report.
The Report provides a status and summary for each of the City’s housing programs.
The Housing Element Report is designed to be a stand-alone report, or to be included as a part of the Annual General Plan Report. The report has been designed in this manner to allow the City to submit the report to the State Office of Planning and Research as a part of the Annual General Plan Report, and to submit the report to the State Department of Housing and Community Development as a stand-alone report on progress in implemen�ng the City’s housing programs.
Housing counts provided in this report are for the calendar year 2022. Informa�on on housing programs is for calendar year 2022, unless otherwise specified, and is based on the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
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9.0, 10.0 & 11.0 Housing Element Program Implementa�on Status Imp.
No.
Program
Title and
Descrip�on Objec�ve
Timeframe in Housing
Element Status of implementa�on
9.1 Upkeep and
Maintenance of
Vacated
Buildings
Preserve exis�ng
housing stock
Ongoing The City’s Community Preserva�on Division maintains a list of vacant buildings and proper�es and works with property owners to ensure they are maintained.
9.2 Property
Maintenance
Require housing to be
maintained in an
aesthe�c, safe and
habitable manner
consistent with City
codes
Ongoing The City con�nues to implement the current program and addresses several hundred complaints related to property maintenance each year.
9.3 Home Repair
and
Improvement
Provide minor repairs
and mobility
assistance to
approximately 25
low-income
households per year
Encourage the reestablishment the Home
Repair and Improvement
(Handyworker) grants for
lower-income households
that may be used for
accessibility improvements
by 2025.
The City’s Handyworker program previously provided free minor home repairs and security/mobility assistance to low-income tenants and homeowners in single- and mul�-family housing units. However, once the COVID-19 pandemic hit in early 2020, the program was put on hold for the safety of the City’s more vulnerable residents. As of 2022, the program is unable to con�nue because our CDBG consultant cannot find anyone to provide the insurance and indemnifica�on to con�nue this program.
As part of the update to the Housing Element, the City has commited to re-establishing the Handyworker program by 2025, and that the City will also look at alterna�ve programs to provide these services if the Handyworker program is not re-established by 2026.
9.4 Historic
Preserva�on
Program
Preserve and protect
the city’s historic
housing stock
through the
implementa�on of
the Historic
Preserva�on Program
and review of
applicable projects
Evaluate preserva�on
incen�ves
Ongoing In 2014, the City Council adopted an ordinance crea�ng a Historic Incen�ve Permit that allows owners of historic landmarks to request devia�ons from development standards when making modifica�ons to their historic proper�es, provided that the changes do not adversely impact the character-defining features of the historic resource. The City also has a Mills Act program that allows property owners with landmarked proper�es to seek property tax relief in return for the long-term maintenance and preserva�on of a historic property.
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9.5 Condominium
Conversions
Limit the loss of
rental housing by
se�ng an annual cap
on condominium
conversions and
providing tenant
protec�ons
Evaluate ordinance
revisions to address
affordability, and, as
appropriate, amend the
ordinance by 2025. Review
and discuss a poten�al inlieu fee with the Planning
Commission by 2026.
The City's current ordinance was evaluated in 2011 and the determina�on was made not to adjust the annual cap at that �me.
As part of the update to the Housing Element, the City has commited to conduct a study session with the Planning Commission by 2025 to evaluate the effec�veness of the City’s condominium conversion ordinance. The City will also bring forward the topic of affordable housing in-lieu and linkage fees for both residen�al and commercial developments to the Planning Commission by 2026, and will con�nue to evaluate poten�al partnerships with developers or non-profit organiza�ons to construct affordable housing in the City.
9.6 Rent
Stabiliza�on
Ordinance
Con�nue to
implement the rent
stabiliza�on program
and inves�gate
tenant complaints
about unlawful rent
increases, service
reduc�ons, evic�ons
and reloca�ons
Create a program for
systema�c or annual
inspec�ons of
housing conducted by
the Rent Stabiliza�on
Office by 2024, and
will discuss this with
the City Council by
the end of 2022
Ensure compliance
with residen�al unit
replacement state
law (SB 330 and
Density Bonus law, if
applicable) whenever
redevelopment of
exis�ng residen�al
proper�es occurs in
the mul�-family
residen�al areas or
Ongoing In an effort to assist tenants and landlords financially impacted by COVID-19, and to avoid housing displacement and homelessness, the City ins�tuted a Rent Subsidy Program. They City allocated $1 million for rent subsidy to eligible tenants financially impacted by COVID-19. The City assisted approximately 100 households with rental assistance. The City an�cipates that it will provide assistance for an addi�onal 233 households with means tested assistance to aid with the an�cipated infla�onary condi�ons that may result in an exorbitant rent increase calcula�on for the period commencing July 1, 2023 on rent stabilized units.
The City completed its fi�h Annual Rent Registra�on cycle for all mul�-family proper�es subject to the RSO. The Rent Stabiliza�on Division administers approximately 7,700 units of mul�-family proper�es to: promote the stability of renter popula�ons, maintain quality of the City’s mul�-family housing stock, and protect occupants from unreasonable rent increases while recognizing a housing provider’s right to receive a fair return form the rental property.
The Rent Registry system was established to:
• Collect data regarding the rental history including amounts paid for rent • Allow owners to register and provide amendments online • Allow tenants to dispute rental amounts online
• Improve the repor�ng requirements and collec�on of rental data for the City’s approximate 7,700 RSO rental units
The Rent Registra�on processes strengthens the mission of the RSO by promo�ng the stability of renter popula�ons and maintaining the quality of the City’s housing stock. The data from the Rent Registry became a vital instrument to communicate the COVID-19 evic�on moratorium and restric�ons on rent increases.
The Rent Stabiliza�on Division also undertook the following ac�vi�es in 2022:
• Communicated and informed landlords/tenants of the evic�on moratorium and prohibi�on on rent increases in order to keep both landlords and tenants informed and engaged;
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mixed use overlay
zone
• inves�gated 432 RSO cases;
• responded to 4,865 inquiries for RSO informa�on;
• collaborated with 19 other Rent Stabiliza�on Programs in California to share informa�on and discuss issues related to affordable housing; and • collaborated with the County of Los Angeles in their Rent Relief Program.
As part of the updates to the Housing Element, the City has commited to crea�ng a program for systema�c or annual inspec�ons of housing by the Rent Stabiliza�on Office by 2024, and will review this task with the City Council by the end of 2023. In addi�on, the City con�nues to comply with the provisions of SB 330 and Density Bonus law related to residen�al unit replacements at the �me of redevelopment of exis�ng residen�al proper�es.
9.7 Monitor
Affordable
Housing and
Residen�al
Displacement
Coordinate with
service providers to
monitor Sec�on 8
renewals, advise
tenants in advance of
poten�al conversion
dates, and provide
opportuni�es to
con�nue affordability
covenants
Monitor and
discourage the
displacement of
residen�al units as a
result of new mul�-
family residen�al or
mixed-use
developments.
City to ac�vely
enforce no net loss
and replacement
requirement
provisions of SB 300
and state Density
Bonus law by
reviewing all projects
for compliance with
these regula�ons.
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
The City con�nues to implement the current program. The City has one very-low income housing building for seniors, which has an affordability covenant and contains 150 units available to very-low income seniors. The City contracts with the Menorah Housing Founda�on to oversee and administer the units. In addi�on, the City has commited to ensuring that the Menorah Housing Project site remains as affordable senior housing once the affordability covenant property expires in 2028.
In 2018, the City facilitated the rental of two very-low income units located in a Density Bonus project to qualified renters and will con�nue to monitor these units for compliance. The City con�nues to monitor these units and facilitate the rental of others.
In 2020, the City provided training to the owners of a building with three low-income units an�cipated to become available in 2021. The City also filled one moderate-income rate unit located in a new mixed use building, and in early 2023, started the process of filling the three low-income rate units in an exis�ng mul�-family building.
In addi�on, there are a total of 21 deed-restricted affordable housing units in the pipeline (either in proposed or approved projects) and 8 affordable units proposed in conceptual or preliminary projects.
The City is commited to complying with the no net loss and replacement requirements of SB 330 and Density Bonus law, and reviews all projects for compliance with these regula�ons.
As part of the update to the Housing Element, the City is also crea�ng an internal working group with staff from the Planning Division, Community Services Department, Policy and Management Department, and Rent Stabiliza�on Division to discuss various Housing Element implementa�on programs related to their scope of work. This group will meet quarterly, star�ng in 2023.
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City to create an
internal working
group of applicable
staff to discuss
Housing Element
implementa�on and
preserva�on of
affordable housing.
Start in 2023, meet
quarterly
10.1 Density Bonus Apply State Density
Bonus Law, whereby
applicants of
residential projects of
5 or more units may
apply for a density
bonus and additional
incentive(s) if the
project provides
affordable housing
units.
In order to ensure that City
regula�ons are consistent
with State requirements,
the City will process an
amendment to the
Municipal Code in 2021.
In order to ensure that City
regula�ons are consistent
with State requirements,
the City will process an
amendment to the
Municipal Code in 2021.
In 2022, process and
amendment to the density
bonus regula�ons in
conformance with State
law. Consider addi�onal
incen�ves beyond minimum
density bonus
requirements. Promote the
use of density bonus
incen�ves through the
City’s website and through
an updated Affordable
Housing Brochure, which
will be published by 2023.
This program has been carried forward into the newly adopted Housing Element and, the City has commited to processing an amendment to the Density Bonus regula�ons to comply with state law changes by 2023.
10.2 Inclusionary
Housing
Require a minimum
percentage of units in
development to be
price-restricted as
affordable to lower
Throughout the planning
period. Annual repor�ng to
the
The City adopted an ordinance to establish permanent regula�ons for an inclusionary housing program, a�er considering several studies prepared to analyze the financial feasibility of such a program. This program requires that any new housing development project with more than 5 housing units provide a certain number of affordable units. For projects with 5-9 housing units, 1 affordable unit must be provided, or an in-lieu fee may 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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and moderate income
households Planning Commission and
City Council on success of
the inclusionary housing
program.
also be paid. For projects with 10 or more housing units, 10% of the overall units must be deed-restricted affordable units, though there are addi�onal methods for compliance with this requirement.
10.3 Housing Trust
Fund
To be used to
construct or help
leverage construc�on
of affordable housing
Start an affordable
housing working
group to meet
quarterly
Enter into an
agreement with an
affordable housing
developer to develop
an affordable housing
project on city owned
land.
Establish Affordable
Housing Trust Fund in Fiscal
Year 2014/2015
Through development agreements, the City has nego�ated approximately $3 million to be used to establish a housing trust fund. The trust fund has been established and currently holds approximately $1.5 million. In 2022, $500,000 was appropriated for affordable housing predevelopment purposes.
As part of the update to the Housing Element, the City is also crea�ng an internal working group with staff from the Planning Division, Community Services Department, Policy and Management Department, and Rent Stabiliza�on Division to discuss various Housing Element implementa�on programs related to their scope of work. This group will meet quarterly, star�ng in 2023.
In addi�on, the City is currently working to enter into an agreement with an affordable housing developer in 2023 to develop an affordable housing project on City-owned land.
10.4 Accessory
Dwelling Units
(ADUs)
Encourage the
provision of
affordable second
units
Adopt an ordinance
allowing greater
flexibility in ADU
standards in R-1
zones in the Central
Area of the City
Amend zoning code
regarding ADUs in
mul�-family zones to
remove barriers to
construc�on of units
above exis�ng
garages and allow
addi�onal height
2023
2025
2025
The City con�nues to regularly process permits for accessory dwelling units per State and local regula�ons. The City has also commited to adop�ng an ordinance in 2023 that will allow the by-right approval of ADUs in single-family residen�al zones that exceed state required minimums, and as part of this, will explore the addi�on of incen�ves (such as greater height) to further encourage this type or housing. In addi�on, the City has commited to adop�ng updated ADU regula�ons for mul�-family residen�al zones by 2025, to provide pre-checked ADU plans for public use by 2025, to create an ADU webpage with informa�on for the public, and to adopt addi�onal ADU construc�on incen�ves if the City does not consistently approve 20 new ADUs per year by 2026.
In 2021, the City permited 19 ADUs, and in 2022, the City permited 25 ADUs, which is on track with the projec�on of 150 new ADUs by the end of the planning period.
The City received approval for LEAP grant funding to update accessory dwelling unit regula�ons and is exploring ways to educate the public about the opportuni�es available. The City con�nues to work with the Planning Commission to discuss poten�al changes to regula�ons pertaining to accessory dwelling units, and is exploring the establishment of a pre-approved plan program for accessory dwelling units. 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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Provide ADU plans
created and pre-plan
checked by the City
2025
10.5 Sustainability
and Green
Building
Promote resource
efficiency and
sustainability in new
developments
Ongoing The City con�nues to implement the current program in consistency with State law.
10.6 Partnerships
with Affordable
Housing
Developers
Ini�ate partnerships
with non-profit
developers to assist
in the development
of affordable housing
Enter into an
agreement with
affordable housing
developer in 2023 to
develop and
affordable housing
project in City-owned
land.
Star�ng in 2023, par�cipate
in conferences, symposiums
and other affordable
housing events to review
resources, incen�ves, and
City goals
2023
In 2022, the City released an RFQ/P to iden�fy qualified development teams that could develop a senior ci�zen affordable housing project on City-owned property. This RFQ/P process includes an assessment of feasible loca�ons for future affordable housing developments. The City has reviewed more than 30 proposals from 13 developers across 7 different sites. The City is in the process of evalua�ng proposals from short listed candidates.
As part of the update to the Housing Element, the City is also crea�ng an internal working group with staff from the Planning Division, Community Services Department, Policy and Management Department, and Rent Stabiliza�on Division to discuss various Housing Element implementa�on programs related to their scope of work. This group will meet quarterly, star�ng in 2023.
11.1 Affirma�vely
Further Fair
Housing (AFFH)
Promote fair housing
prac�ces and refer
fair housing
complaints to
Housing Rights Center
Promote fair housing
prac�ces and refer
fair housing
complaints to
Ongoing
Perform outreach to
property owners if parcels
located in the mixed use
overlay zone by 2023
Work with a consultant to
develop a fair housing plan
by the end of 2023
The City provides Fair Housing informa�on on the City's website (htp://www.beverlyhills.org/departments/communityservices/humanservicesdivision/ housingrights/ ).
The Housing Rights Center also provides FREE fair housing services to Beverly Hills residents and community members: housing discrimina�on complaint inves�ga�on; landlord/tenant counseling; predatory lending referrals; outreach and educa�on; and legal and advocacy services. Addi�onal informa�on is available by contac�ng (800) 477- 5977, or go to www.hrc-la.org.
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Housing Rights
Center.
Foster an inclusive
community and
enhance housing
opportuni�es for all
through a series of
housing mobility
strategies, new
housing choices and
affordability in areas
of opportunity, placebased strategies to
encourage
community
conserva�on and
revitaliza�on, and by
protec�ng exis�ng
residents from
displacement.
Maintain and
con�nue to
implement the Rent
Stabiliza�on
Ordinance
Con�nue to host annual
housing rights trainings for
landlords and tenants in a
hybrid format through 2024
Study ways to strengthen
the Rent Stabiliza�on
Ordinance to protect
housing affordability
through 2023
Website improvements,
flyers, and outreach
materials created by 2022
Agricultural Employee code
amendment in 2021-22;
The Rent Stabiliza�on Ordinances (RSO) seeks to: promote the stability of renter popula�ons; maintain the quality of Beverly Hills mul�-family housing stock; and protect occupants from unreasonable rent increases while recognizing a landlord’s right to receive a fair rate of return. The City requires annual registra�on of all rental units through the Rent Registra�on system. There are currently 7,884 units, consis�ng of 1,097 proper�es, subject to the RSO. The RSO, among other things, restricts annual rent increases on all tenant occupied RSO units in an effort to stabilize rents and restrict evic�ons to just cause and no-fault.
The City con�nues to conduct a serious of training sessions through the Rent Stabiliza�on Division annually including: RSO trainings for tenants and landlord; Fair Housing Training from the Los Angeles Housing Rights Center, and Tenant legal rights and protec�ons from Bet Tzedek Legal Services. These trainings seek to inform both tenants and landlords of tenant protec�ons generally and tenant protec�ons under the RSO in an effort to ensure that tenants remain housed and that tenants in RSO units maintain housing affordability in their rent stabilized unit.
The Rent Stabiliza�on Division collaborates with the City’s Community Services Department and community partners to provide assistance with hoarding issues. The City collaborates with third party contractors including Jewish Family Services and Bet Tzedek to remedy hoarding issues in an effort to ensure that tenants maintain their occupancy.
The Rent Stabiliza�on Division collaborates with other City departments including the Fire Department and the Nurse Prac��oner program, Code Enforcement, Community Services Department and community partners Jewish Family Services and Bet Tzedek to iden�fy needs of seniors and disabled persons requiring assistance in order to allow them to age-in-place. These collaborators meet monthly to iden�fy and discuss possible assistance measures.
As a part of the updates to the Housing Element, the City has added a number of new policies to address: housing mobility strategies, new housing choices and affordability in areas of opportunity, place-based strategies to encourage community conserva�on and revitaliza�on, and protec�ng exis�ng residents from displacement.
The City con�nues to implement and comply with the regula�ons related to replacement units for proper�es that are redeveloped (per SB 330 and Density Bonus state law), and con�nues to implement the Rent Stabiliza�on Ordinance. In addi�on, the City adopted Ordinance No. 22-O-2861 to amend Urgency Ordinance No. 20-O-2818 (regarding the evic�on and rent increase moratoriums, the maximum allowable rent increases at the end of the rent increase moratorium, and the end of the repayment period for COVID-19 related back rent, and establish a means tested rent increase assistance program) in connec�on with emergency regula�ons related to residen�al tenant evic�ons and protec�ons. The City is also crea�ng an internal working group with 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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staff from the Planning Division, Community Services Department, Policy and Management Department, and Rent Stabiliza�on Division to discuss various Housing Element implementa�on programs related to their scope of work. This group will meet quarterly, star�ng in 2023.
11.2 Senior Housing
Development
Provide incen�ves
and form
partnerships to
facilitate the
development of
senior housing
Con�nue to build
partnerships with
affordable housing
developers throughout the
planning period. Develop a
project concept and release
and RFQ to develop a senior
housing project in the City
affordable to the City’s
lower- and extremely-lowincome residents during the
planning period.
In 2022, the City released an RFQ/P to iden�fy qualified development teams that could develop a senior ci�zen affordable housing project on City-owned property. This RFQ/P process includes an assessment of feasible loca�ons for future affordable housing developments. The City has reviewed more than 30 proposals from 13 developers across 7 different sites. The City is in the process of evalua�ng proposals from short listed candidates.
11.3 Senior Case
Management
Program
Assist frail elderly
residents to remain
independent and in
their homes
Ongoing The City con�nues to implement the Senior Care Management Program and provides addi�onal assistance to seniors through the collabora�on between the City’s Community Services Department and the Beverly Hills Ac�ve Adult Club tp provide exercise classes and ac�vi�es at La Cienega and Roxbury Parks, and Jewish Family Services which provides a broad range of support services to seniors living independently.
The City contributes to a housing/roommate matching program through Affordable Living for the Aging (ALA) to promote independent living for older adults and aging in place. ALA matches seniors in need of housing with local seniors who have an extra room in their residence looking to earn addi�onal income.
In FY 2022-2023, the City contributed $220,000 to a housing and senior legal services program through Bet Tzedek to provide pro bono senior legal services including public benefits, family caregiver services (conservatorships, guardianships, long-term planning and wills, etc.), elder abuse services, foreclosure preven�on, and Holocaust survivor services. This program also provides housing legal services to seniors and other lowincome individuals in the City providing tenant-landlord legal services (tenancy termina�ons, lease viola�ons, rent increases etc.), rights and responsibili�es under the City’s Rent Stabiliza�on Ordinance, and housing condi�ons and habitability.
11.4 Senior Home
Sharing
Program
Provide funding to
Alterna�ve Living for
the Aging (ALA) to
provide a free shared
Evaluate Community
Assistance Funds and
determine grant amount
annually
The City contributes to a housing/roommate matching program through Affordable Living for the Aging (ALA) to promote independent living for older adults and aging in place. ALA matches seniors in need of housing with local seniors who have an extra 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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housing program
which matches older
people with others
interested in sharing
their homes
room in their residence looking to earn addi�onal income. In FY 2021-2022, ALA enrolled twelve Beverly Hills residents into the program.
11.5 Housing
Opportuni�es
for Persons
with Disabili�es
Support the
preserva�on and
provision of housing
for persons with
disabili�es.
Encourage the reestablishment of the
Home Repair and
Improvement
(Handyworker) grants
for lower-income
Con�nue coordina�on with
the Westside Regional
Center to publicize
informa�on on available
regional resources for
housing and services.
Pursue State and Federal
funds available for
suppor�ve housing and
services in future affordable
housing projects.
Process a Municipal Code
amendment in 2021-22 to
update defini�ons of
transi�onal and suppor�ve
housing consistent with
Government Code Sec.
65582 and allow suppor�ve
housing by-right in zones
where mul�family and
mixed uses are permited,
including nonresiden�al
zones permi�ng
mul�family uses pursuant
to Government Code Sec.
65651.
By 2025
As part of the update to the Housing Element, the City has commited to assess exis�ng regula�ons related to the defini�ons of “family” and to group homes, in order to ensure that the City maintains compliance with State law. The first review of such regula�ons shall be completed by 2024.
The City is also commited to re-establishing the Handyworker program by 2025, and exploring alterna�ve op�ons to provide the services if the program is not re-established by 2026.
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households that may
be used for
accessibility
improvements.
11.6 Funding for
Homeless
Services
Fund a variety of
service organiza�ons
that serve the
homeless and
persons at-risk of
homelessness
Annual funding alloca�ons Through the City’s Community Assistance Grant Funding (CAGF) process, the following investments were made in funding for services for the unhoused. In FY 2022-23, the City contributed $261,449, to Step Up on Second for the CLASP (Changing Lives And Sharing Places) homeless outreach program, assis�ng formerly homeless individuals remain permanently housed, and access to mental health services. CLASP outreaches and engages homeless individuals in the City daily with the inten�on of providing those persons with assistance and support including linking them to shelter. The team is available seven days per week, and works out of the City’s Human Services Division’s office. The team works closely with several other City Departments and Divisions including Recrea�on and Parks, the Library, the Police Department, as well as other City contractors and partners.
In FY 2022-23, the City contributed $100,000 for shelter beds at PATH (People Assis�ng The Homeless). In addi�on, funds provided to PATH offers access to tenant-based Sec�on 8 vouchers to provide affordable and permanent suppor�ve housing in Los Angeles County.
In FY 2022-23, the City contributed $50,000 to Safe Parking LA which provides safe parking lots for individuals and families experiencing vehicular homelessness. Safe Parking LA provides security, case management, and other essen�al services to stabilize and connect people to resources.
In FY 2022-23, the City contributed $30,000 to All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s Homeless Assistance Program which helps provide monetary support for the Home Again Program (providing transporta�on home for individuals experiencing homelessness), TAP cards and food gi� cards for the CLASP Outreach team to provide for their clients, resources for newly housed formerly homeless individuals (furniture, security deposit, etc).
Other services funded in FY 2022-23 that comprise and strengthen the City’s social service safety-net include: the Westside Food Bank ($150,000) and the Collins & Katz Family YMCA ($10,000) for food insecurity; the Maple Counseling Center ($180,000) for mental health services; Saban Community Clinic ($50,000) for low cost and free physical health and mental health services and no-cost showers for individuals experiencing homelessness; Our House ($30,000) for grief support counseling; ETTA ($65,000) for support to families with children and adults with special needs; Tower Cancer Research ($50,000) for cancer support programs, classes and groups; Beverly Hills CPR ($74,000) for CPR and Stop the Bleed Training; Miracle Project ($20,000) for programs for children and young adults with au�sm; Chiron Center ($30,000) for a crisis response team; and 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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Beverly Hills Educa�on Founda�on ($35,000) providing social emo�onal programming and arts programming for BHUSD.
Addi�onally, in late 2022, the City Council authorized addi�onal program funding for services for the unhoused. One tool is a so�ware system that can track people experiencing homelessness and provide case management services, the cost of the pla�orm is $83,000 and will be opera�onal by March 2023. The City also hired a consultant to develop a needs assessment and service design plan for $30,000, the plan is expected to be presented to City Council in late Spring 2023. An addi�onal $122,000 has been added to the Step Up on Second agreement to provide two addi�onal outreach workers, which expands outreach coverage to 5am-9pm Monday through Friday and 8a9pm Saturday and Sunday. The final cost associated with the enhanced services is $421,000 for Nastec Interna�onal for overnight and weekend outreach response services.
11.7 Emergency
Shelter and Low
Barrier
Navigation
Center
Regula�ons
Establish a program
to promote low
barrier naviga�on
centers that will
reduce barriers to
entry for housing and
to help move people
into permanent
housing.
Adopt regulations in
compliance with state law
and establish
a program to implement
the regula�ons in 2021-22
The City adopted this new policy in the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
12.1 Adjust
Development
standards
Evaluate and modify
development
standards to
encourage more
affordable housing
units
Amend the Zoning Code to
include reduced minimum
unit sizes as an incen�ve for
the density bonus program;
Explore revisions to other
development standards,
including minimum unit
sizes for all mul�-family
units, as supported by
analysis by 2015
In 2018, the City began to study the development of a mixed-use ordinance to establish standards for mixed-use residen�al and commercial development projects.
In 2020, the City Council passed an ordinance establishing a mixed use overlay zone along many commercial corridors. This will act as a catalyst to revitalize commercial corridors and will allow the conversion of exis�ng commercial buildings to mixed use in areas that previously did not allow residen�al. Height allowed for these projects ranges from three to five stories depending on where a parcel is located.
In the 2021-2029 Housing Element, the City commited to the following programs to facilitate the development of addi�onal housing stock, affordable housing:
• Dra�ing zoning amendments to adjust development standards to be more beneficial for affordable housing development
• Simply modula�on requirements for mul�-family developments • Create an adap�ve reuse program for conversion of commercial to residen�al uses by 2028
• Adopt objec�ve design standards for mul�-family projects by 2026 • Streamline project approvals at the administra�ve level 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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• Review mixed use overlay zoning regula�ons for effec�veness
12.2 Reduced Fees
for Affordable
Housing
Study and evaluate
the use of waivers or
reduc�ons of certain
taxes and fees for
developments with
low, very low, and
moderate income
housing units and
deed-restricted mul�-
family residences for
elderly and
handicapped persons
Conduct a housing
development fee study, and
adopt modified
development fees for
projects with a certain
percentage of affordable
housing by 2026.
In the 2021-2029 Housing Element, the City commited to conduc�ng a development fee study for affordable housing projects by 2026.
12.3 Efficient
Development
Permit Review
Iden�fy inefficiencies
and uncertain�es in
the City's review
process and promote
alterna�ve
techniques intended
to streamline the
process
Adopt updated processing
procedures in the Zoning
Code during the planning
period
Prepare writen procedures
for SB 35 streamlined
permit review in 2021-22
Post development
regula�ons and fees on the
City website throughout the
planning period
Since the adop�on of the Housing Element, the City hired an Urban Designer in 2016 to help streamline review of new housing projects and other developments proposed in the City. Addi�onally, in an effort to streamline permi�ng, the Community Development Department was restructured to form a dedicated group of zoning and building code experts tasked with processing development permits.
In 2021, the Community Development Department created a Major Projects Team to efficiently review significant development projects from en�tlement applica�on all the way through to issuance of Cer�ficate of Occupancy, all handled by an integrated unit of development review staff. Over the course of 2022-2023, the Major Projects Team became fully staffed with Planners, a Senior Plan Review Engineer/Associate Project Manager, Senior Building Inspector, and Management Analyst, and the team is currently managing five ac�ve major projects at various stages of development. In 2022, the Planning Division hired three addi�onal staff members to help expedite the processing of project applica�ons.
In 2022, the City conducted an analysis of recently approved housing project to determine if they are being constructed at the maximum densi�es, and found that most are mee�ng or exceeding maximum allowable densi�es with the aid of state density bonus law.
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2022 HOUSING UNITS
The City is required to report progress toward mee�ng its Regional Housing Needs Assessment alloca�on (RHNA). The following table illustrates the City’s progress toward mee�ng this goal.
Regional Housing Needs Alloca�on Progress
Permited Units Issued by Affordability
Income Level
RHNA
Alloca�on by
Income Level 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Total Units to
Date
Total
Remaining
RHNA
Very Low
Deed Restricted
1,008
0 0
Non-Deed 1,008
Restricted 0 0
Low
Deed Restricted
680
0 0
Non-Deed 680
Restricted 0 0
Moderate
Deed Restricted
602
0 0
Non-Deed 602
Restricted 0 0
Above
Moderate N/A 814 5 42 767
Total RHNA 3,104
Total Units 5 42 47 3,057
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HOUSING PROJECTS PROGRESS
HOUSING PROJECTS WITH ISSUED BUILDING PERMITS IN 2022
In 2022, the City issued building permits for 20 new single-family residences. However, since the City is built out, it is assumed that all new single-family homes are replacing a demolished unit, and they do not represent a net-new housing units, and therefore are not counted toward RHNA. A total of 25 accessory dwelling units (ADUs) were permited, and one new 17 unit market rate mul�-family residen�al project received a building permit in 2022. Between the ADUs and mul�-family units, the City permited 42 new net housing units (above moderate income) in 2022.
HOUSING PROJECT APPLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW IN 2022
While the repor�ng on the City’s RHNA progress is intended to capture the net new permited housing units, the City also processing a number of housing project applica�ons in 2022. A total of 319 units, of which 3 are low income units, 20 are very low income units, and 55 are senior housing units, are currently under review for en�tlements.
APPROVED HOUSING PROJECTS IN 2022
The City approved en�tlements for 30 net new housing units, of which 4 are very low income units and 2 are low income units, though these projects have not yet been issued building permits.
CURRENT PLANNING
EMERGENCY/URGENCY ORDINANCES
The City Council adopted the following urgency ordinances (and ordinances related to urgency ordinances, such as extensions of urgency ordinances) in 2022:
• Ordinance No. 22-O-2855 to extend Interim Ordinance No. 21-O-2833 amending regula�ons related to lot line adjustments between jurisdic�onal boundaries. • Ordinance No. 22-O-2856 to extend Urgency Ordinance 21-O-2853 to establish objec�ve standards for projects built pursuant to Senate Bill 9 projects in single-family residen�al zones. • Ordinance No. 22-O-2862 to extend Interim Ordinance No. 21-O-2841 establishing a moratorium on frac�onal ownership of residen�al and commercial property. • Ordinance No. 22-O-2864 to amend medical use regula�ons in certain commercial zones in the City (related to Urgency Ordinance No. 20-O-2826).
• Ordinance No. 22-O-2861 to amend Urgency Ordinance No. 20-O-2818 (regarding the evic�on and rent increase moratoriums, the maximum allowable rent increases at the end of the rent increase moratorium, and the end of the repayment period for COVID-19 related back rent, and establish a means tested rent increase assistance program) in connec�on with emergency regula�ons related to residen�al tenant evic�ons and protec�ons.
PENDING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS
The following general plan amendments have been applied for and are pending approval:
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• An applica�on for a Specific Plan, General Plan Amendment, Ves�ng Tenta�ve Parcel Map, and Development Agreement for a project located at 9220 North Santa Monica Boulevard comprised of 11 crea�ve office buildings in a linear layout on a 2.2 acre parcel; and • An applica�on for a Specific Plan, General Plan Amendment, Zoning Map and Text Amendment, Master Plan of Streets Amendment, Development Agreement, Ves�ng Tenta�ve Tract Map, and Encroachment Permit for a project located at 9600 Wilshire Boulevard comprised of a new 6- story office building, a new 7-story office building, two new 6-story mul�-family residen�al buildings (with a total of 70 housing units), and the rehabilita�on of the exis�ng historic Saks Fi�h Avenue building.
APPROVED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS
The following are approved general plan amendments:
• In June 2022, the City adopted an update to the Safety Element of the General Plan, which was required as a result of the City’s adop�on of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. • In November 2022, a General Plan Amendment was approved to apply the Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills Specific Plan land use designa�on to the proper�es at 456 and 468 North Rodeo Drive; 449, 451, and 453 North Beverly Drive; and 461 through 465 North Beverly Drive; for the Cheval Blanc commercial development including luxury hotel, restaurant, private club, and retail uses.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT
Interagency / Intergovernmental Coordina�on
The City proac�vely coordinates with other jurisdic�ons and agencies. Program 7.1 of the General Plan specifically calls for collabora�on with internal City agencies and adjoining jurisdic�ons to address various issues including: planning, transporta�on, emergency preparedness, open space, educa�on, energy, water, resource conserva�on and response and recovery. Examples of coordina�on and collabora�on include:
• The City is a member of the Westside Ci�es Sub-region under the local Metropolitan Planning Organiza�on (Southern California Associa�on of Governments), and is a member of the Westside City Council of Governments (WSCCOG). Through each of these en��es, the City par�cipates in regional issues and planning efforts, such as planning for Plug-in Electric Vehicles. Through the WSCCOG, the Human Services Division par�cipates in the Homelessness Working group, in which best prac�ces and strategizes are shared with fellow WSCCOG ci�es. • The City is a member of the Ballona Creek Watershed Management Group (BC-WMG). BC-WMG is a regional watershed group that plans and addresses stormwater quality requirements through water quality monitoring and regional stormwater projects. • The City con�nues to work with LA County Metro on issues related to the Westside Purple Line Subway Extension.
• The City is a member of the Clean Power Alliance (CPA), formerly the Los Angeles Community Choice Energy (LACCE) which is a local Community Choice Aggrega�on program, provides the choice of 36%, 50%, and 100% renewable energy to its member agencies. The CPA has 31 local 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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government agencies providing renewable electricity to the region. The City is currently defaulted at 50% renewable energy.
• The City is a member of the South Bay Integrated Regional Water Management Program that allows regional collabora�ve planning and management of water resources within the region. • The City is a member of the Central Basin Sustainable Groundwater Management Act group that will be responsible for maintaining and managing the groundwater aquifer in the region. • The City is a member of the Westside Energy Partnership. The partnership includes local government programs that provide administra�ve and planning services to complete energy efficiency (electricity and natural gas) projects.
• The City par�cipates in the Los Angeles County Area A, State, and Federal emergency preparedness tests, drills and exercises.
• The City regularly tests its emergency no�fica�on system, which is capable of reaching residents and businesses alike.
• The City, through joint powers agreements, shares informa�on and technology with the Ci�es of West Hollywood and Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Culver City, and the County of Los Angeles. • The City exercised a variety of emergency response and recovery tests, for both planned and unplanned events.
• In 2022, the Human Services Division collaborate with LAHSA (Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority) on the annual point-in-�me homeless count and to learn about regional resources and funding opportuni�es.
Equity Planning
The City does not have industrial land uses or above-grade extrac�on sites within its boundaries such as landfills, mining opera�ons, factories, mills, or other intensive land uses which have tradi�onally driven equity planning efforts. The City does, however, have districts and neighborhoods that have remained vibrant through the recent downturn in the market, while other areas have struggled with higher commercial and office vacancy rates. The City’s General Plan includes policies and programs that support maintenance and revitaliza�on of the City’s commercial corridors.
To this end, the City has previously undertaken efforts to study land use paterns and neighborhood quali�es in the southeastern area of the City, and launched a task force to develop strategies and a plan to improve these areas. This work con�nued in the Strategic Planning Commitee as they discussed the Southeast Area in 2019. In addi�on, the City Council previously adopted an ordinance establishing a mixed use overlay zone along many commercial corridors. This expands the type of development and variety of housing units that are available in the city and creates an opportunity to provide housing units without displacing exis�ng residents. This will allow the conversion of exis�ng commercial buildings to mixed use in areas that previously did not allow residen�al. Height allowed for these projects ranges from three to five stories depending on where a parcel is located. State Density Bonus can be used in mixed use projects and the affordable housing units that are currently required by the inclusionary housing program in mul�-family zones are also required in the new mixed use overlay zone. The City is currently processing concept and en�tlement applica�ons for a few mixed use developments.
As part of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update, the City has prepared an assessment regarding the City’s efforts to affirma�vely further fair housing. The Housing Element includes Policy H 3.1, which aims to promote fair housing and non-discrimina�on in the sale and rental of housing by coordina�ng with 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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organiza�ons that provide informa�on, counseling and media�on on fair housing laws and landlordtenant disputes. This assessment contains analysis regarding racial segrega�on, poverty, and persons with disabili�es in the City, and whether these act as barriers to fair housing in the City. The assessment concludes that the main challenge is the limited supply and access to affordable housing in the City. The updated Housing Element also contains Implementa�on Program 11.1, which includes steps the City will take to further fair housing and address any issues related to housing discrimina�on. The programs and ac�ons in Implementa�on Program 11.1 are intended to target: Housing Mobility Strategies, New Housing Choices and Affordability in Areas of Opportunity, Place-based Strategies to Encourage Community Conserva�on and Revitaliza�on, and Protec�ng Exis�ng Residents from Displacement.
The City con�nues to implement the Housing Element programs contained in the General Plan. The cost of housing in the Beverly Hills region tends to be high, which can present challenges for long-�me residents to remain in their homes through re�rement (referred to as “aging in place”). The City has previously established an Affordable Housing Program, and adopted an inclusionary housing ordinance in 2021 that applies to mul�-family residen�al and mixed use projects, and established a Rent Stabiliza�on Division and Commission. In 2023, the City worked with the property owners of 321-327 S.
Elm Drive to open the applica�on process to fill the 3 low-income affordable housing units on the property, and an�cipates that the units will be filled by the middle of 2023. The City has been in the process of amending the adopted 2021-2029 Housing Element, and has revised several policies and programs that further affordable housing in the City. These include but are not limited to the following revisions:
• Policy H 1.5 has been revised to add that the City shall monitor the poten�al loss of exis�ng residen�al units due to redevelopment, which is in line with the City’s goal to preserve exis�ng housing stock and enact renters’ protec�ons.
• Policy H 2.1 has been revised to state that incen�ves to promote the construc�on of affordable housing shall include the reduc�on of fees for projects that include a certain percentage of affordable housing units.
• Policy H 2.4 has been revised to state that regulatory incen�ves shall be provided to promote the construc�on of accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”).
• Policy H 4.3 has been revised to state the City shall conduct a housing development fee study in order to provide fee waivers for en�tlement and permi�ng costs for affordable, senior, and workforce housing.
• Implementa�on Program 9.7 has been revised to provide further informa�on about exis�ng housing units for seniors that are built on City-owned land, the exis�ng agreement terms for these units, and more informa�on regarding the City’s affordable housing program and the number of affordable units proposed in the pipeline. In addi�on, this program now includes commitments to monitor and discourage the displacement of residen�al units, and specific ac�ons that the City shall take to achieve this. It also includes a specific commitment to maintain affordable housing at the Menorah Housing Founda�on senior housing project, even a�er the affordability covenant expires.
• Implementa�on Program 11.5 has been revised to include a commitment to assess poten�al barriers in exis�ng regula�ons to persons with disabili�es, and consider amending the defini�on of “family” in the zoning code and change the zoning standards as may be necessary to con�nue allowing group homes in a manner consistent with state law by 2024. It also includes a 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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commitment to implement and educate the public regarding the reasonable accommoda�on op�on when appropriate.
The 2022 update to the Safety Element included an assessment of Environmental Jus�ce, which is defined as the "fair treatment of people of all races, cultures, and incomes with respect to the development, adop�on, implementa�on, and enforcement of environmental laws, regula�ons and policies". The City's Environmental Jus�ce Strategy (EJS) reviewed various factors present in the City to determine if a disadvantaged community is present with respect to environmental condi�ons, defined as "a low-income area that is dispropor�onately affected by environmental pollu�on and other hazards that can lead to nega�ve health effects, exposure, or environmental degrada�on." A review of data then provided a ranking for each census tract of the city to assess whether it would be considered a disadvantaged community. In addi�on to this analysis, the consultant conducted stakeholder interviews designed to cull informa�on from local organiza�ons serving vulnerable popula�ons in the city (included as an atachment to the EJS). The EJS analysis concludes that no census tract in the city meets the defini�on of a disadvantaged community, and as such, the Safety Element and General Plan is not required to include environmental jus�ce analysis and goals or policies.
Promo�on of Infill Development, Reuse, and Redevelopment The City is an urban area that is mostly built out. The City is commited to encouraging the best use of land, and though�ul infill projects are encouraged. The City has previously undertaken various efforts to understand and address poten�al barriers to infill, reuse, and redevelopment including the in-lieu parking study, and the adop�on of an ordinance to reduce parking requirements for restaurant uses in 2021. In addi�on, then-Mayor Gold established a Strategic Planning Commitee in 2018 to analyze the City’s commercial corridors and areas and make recommenda�ons to the City Council regarding ac�ons that can be taken to ensure that the commercial areas remain compe��ve in the regional context, and this work is ongoing.
The City also adopted the Mixed Use Overlay Zone in 2020, which allows for the conversion of exis�ng commercial buildings in certain areas of the City to be converted to housing, and allows for such buildings to request relief from certain development standards if compliance with such is not physically feasible.
This will act as a catalyst to revitalize commercial corridors and will allow the conversion of exis�ng commercial buildings to mixed use in areas that previously did not allow residen�al. Height allowed for these projects ranges from three to five stories depending on where a parcel is located. The City has met with several applicants interested in applying for projects that u�lize the mixed use overlay zone regula�ons, and an�cipates that such projects will be applied for in the near future.
The City has met with several applicants interested in applying for projects that u�lize the mixed use overlay zone regula�ons, and there are a few mixed use projects under review at this �me, as detailed below. Furthermore, the City has already approved and is currently processing a number of infill projects, with a par�cular up�ck in infill mul�-family residen�al development in 2022.
The City approved the following infill projects in 2022:
• A new, 6-story, 29-unit (4 very-low income units and 2 low-income units) mul�-family project at 149-159 S. Maple Drive
The following infill project applica�ons were under review by the City in 2022:
• Submited En�tlement Applica�ons:
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o A new, 4-story, 10-unit (1 very-low income unit) mul�-family project at 208 N. Crescent Drive
o A new, 5-story, 9-unit (1 very-low income unit) mul�-family project at 332 S. Doheny Drive
o A new, 5-story, mixed use building with 105 units (11 very-low income units) at 55 N. La Cienega Boulevard
o A new 5-story, 6-unit (1 low income unit) mul�-family project at 457 N. Oakhurst Drive o A new, 55-unit congregate senior housing project at 224-256 Clark Drive o A new 6-story, 18-unit mul�-family project at 227-231 N. Swall Drive o A new 5-story, 10-unit (1 very-low income unit) mul�-family project at 227 Tower Drive o A Specific Plan request for a new 6-story office building, a new 7-story office building, and two new 6-story mul�-family buildings with 70 units combined, and the rehabilita�on of the historic Saks Fi�h Avenue building for various commercial uses • Concept Review Applica�ons:
o A concept review applica�on for a 5-story, 9-unit mul�-family project at 232 S. Doheny Drive
o A concept review applica�on for a new 4-story, 15-unit mul�-family project at 344-348 N. Oakhurst Drive
o A concept review applica�on for a new 5-story mixed use building at 8800 Burton Way o A concept review applica�on for a new 17-unit senior housing project at 137 S. Rexford Drive
o A concept review applica�on for the renova�on of one building and par�al demoli�on of another building, and the construc�on of a new 3-story, 5-unit mul�-family project at 132-144 Spalding Drive
o A concept review for a new 6-story, 38-unit mixed use building at 8811 Wilshire Boulevard
• Preliminary Housing Applica�ons:
o A preliminary housing applica�on for a new 16-story, 200-unit mul�-family project at 125-129 S. Linden Drive
o A preliminary housing applica�on for a new 7-story, 42-unit mul�-family project at 412 N. Oakhurst Drive (dual jurisdic�on project with the City of Los Angeles) o A preliminary housing applica�on for a new, 5-story, 27-unit (3 very-low income units) mul�-family project at 444-446 N. Oakhurst Drive
City-Owned Property Informa�on
The following atachment is an inventory of City-owned proper�es, which also provides a status related to whether the City has declared the land as surplus or if it is not in excess of foreseeable needs. No Cityowned proper�es were declared surplus in 2022. Since the General Plan Annual Report published for last year (2021), the following changes to the inventory include two proper�es sold in 2022 and two proper�es declared surplus in 2023:
• 617-619 N. Robertson Boulevard – sold on 4/28/2022
• 621-623 N. Robertson Boulevard – sold on 4/28/2022
• 330, 336-338 N. Foothill Road – declared as surplus on 1/24/2023 • 342-344 N. Foothill Road – declared as surplus on 1/24/2023 2022 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report
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In addi�on, the City is currently in escrow to purchase a property located at 8401 Wilshire Boulevard, and an�cipate closing escrow mid-March 2023.
Attachment 2
City-Owned Land Inventory
City Owned Properties
Address (Recorded by CBH) APN Status
2323 South La Cienega Boulevard 4301027900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 216 South Beverly Drive 4331003900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 221 North Crescent Drive 4343006903 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 239 South Beverly Drive 4328034900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 327-335 South Robertson Boulevard 4333010006 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 331 Foothill Road 4342012908 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 303-327 North Crescent Drive; 9361
Dayton Way 4343007900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 339-345 North Beverly Drive 4343015900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 339-345 North Beverly Drive 4343015901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 339-345 North Beverly Drive 4343015902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 356 South Clark Drive 4333010900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9333 West 3rd Street 4342012907 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9298 West 3rd Street 4342010900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 344 Foothill Road 4342009905 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 344 Foothill Road 4342009906 Declared surplus on 1/24/2023 342 North Foothill Road 4342009902 Declared surplus on 1/24/2023 345 Foothill Road 4342014901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 330 North Foothill Road 4342009903 Declared surplus on 1/24/2023 336-338 North Foothill Road 4342009904 Declared surplus on 1/24/2023 9268 West 3rd Street 4342010901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9268 West 3rd Street 4342010904 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 434 South Swall Drive 4332012900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 430-440 North Camden Drive 4343018902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 461-463 North Bedford Drive; 9680
South Santa Monica Boulevard 4343024900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 461-463 North Bedford Drive; 9680
South Santa Monica Boulevard 4343024901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 705 Westbourne Drive 4337011270 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9400 South Santa Monica Boulevard 4343011904 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9510-9520 Brighton Wy; 357-371
North Rodeo Drive 4343019900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 151 North Arnaz Drive 4334008900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs Block 01 4341031902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 13 4344006903 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 11 4341030900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 04 4341004900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 05 4341009900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 18 4345026900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 17 4345026901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 22 4345019900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 22 4345019901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 21 4345031900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 21 4345031901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 09 4341022900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 10 4341023900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 06 4341010901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 15 4344006901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 20 4345030900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 20 4345030901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 08 4341016900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 14 4344006902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 02 4341031900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 02 4341031901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 07 4341015900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 12 4344006900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 19 4345029900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 19 4345029901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 03 4341003900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 23 4345018900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Block 23 4345018901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
225 North Canon Drive 4343013909 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 240 North Beverly Drive 4343013907 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 241 North Canon Drive; 235 North
Canon Drive 4343013914 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 242 North Beverly Drive; 240 North
Beverly Drive 4343013913 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 225 North Canon Drive 4343013910 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 225 North Canon Drive 4343013911 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 225 North Canon Drive 4343013912 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 439 North Canon Drive; 443-447 North
Canon Drive 4343011901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 439 North Canon Drive; 443-447 North
Canon Drive 4343011902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 438 North Beverly Drive 4343011900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs Rexford Drive to East City Limits 4342017900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1201 Coldwatera Canyon 4350019900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1201 Coldwatera Canyon 4350019901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 445 North Rexford Drive 4342016901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 445 North Rexford Drive 4343001902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 455 North Rexford Drive 4343001900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 444-464 North Rexford Drive 4342016900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 455 North Rexford Drive; 450 North
Crescent Drive 4343001901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1945 South La Cienega Boulevard 4302033005 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1945 South La Cienega Boulevard 4302033270 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1956 Chariton Street 4302033021 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1959 South La Cienega Boulevard 4302033006 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1100 Coldwater Canyon Drive 4350014900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1100 Coldwater Canyon Drive 4350021900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1100 Coldwater Canyon Drive 4350010900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 180 South Doeny Drive 4331023900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1137 Benedict Canyon Drive 4348019900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 905 Loma Vista Drive; 501 North
Doheny Road 4350005900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 905 Loma Vista Drive; 501 North
Doheny Road 4350005901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 905 Loma Vista Drive; 501 North
Doheny Road 4350005902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 905 Loma Vista Drive; 501 North
Doheny Road 4350005903 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 214 South Hamel Drive 4333019900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs Beverly Drive and Olympic Boulevard
Intersection -- Notin excess of foreseeable needs
8400 Gregory Way 4333031900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 321-333 South La Cienega Bouelvard 4333026900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 321-333 South La Cienega Bouelvard 4333026901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 617-619 North Robertson Boulevard 4336010271 Sold on 4/28/2022 621-623 North Robertson Boulevard 4336010270 Sold on 4/28/2022 9800 Sunset Boulevard 4345034900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1297 Monte Cielo Drive 4350018044 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1721 Monte Cielo Court 4350018900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1721 Monte Cielo Court 4352002900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 120 South Oakhurst Drive 4331023901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 345 Foothill Road 4342012903 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 345 Foothill Road 4342012905 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9357 West Third Street 4342014900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1150 Loma Linda Drive 4350019902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9400 Redcrest Drive 4350016900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1180 Loma Vista Drive 4391025900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 495 Trousdale Drive 4391015900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1820 Loma Vista Drive 4391013900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 405 North Walker Drive 4391007900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 1025 Woodland Drive 4350010901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 362 North Rexford Drive 4342018900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 362 North Rexford Drive 4342018901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 471 South Roxbury Drive 4330010900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 485 North Beverly Drive 4343010900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 485 North Beverly Drive 4343010901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 485 North Rodeo Drive; 485 North
Camden Drive 4343017900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 485 North Rodeo Drive; 485 North
Camden Drive 4343017901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 485 North Bedford Drive; 485 North
Roxbury Drive 4343023900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 485 North Bedford Drive; 485 North
Roxbury Drive 4343023901 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 812 North Rexford Drive 4341027900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9390 North Santa Monica Boulevard 4343009900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9390 North Santa Monica Boulevard 4343009904 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9390 North Santa Monica Boulevard 4343009902 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 9390 North Santa Monica Boulevard 4343009903 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 950 Sunset Boulevard 4344017900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs Lot L 4344018900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Lot M 4344025900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Lot N 4344026900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Lot P 4344010900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
Lot Q 4344009900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs
8423 Wilshire Boulevard 4334022060 Notin excess of foreseeable needs 8421 Wilshire Boulevard 4334022900 Notin excess of foreseeable needs