The AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) section outlines the City of Burbank’s comprehensive efforts to address housing and community development needs beyond the core programs of affordable housing and homelessness prevention. This section highlights the City’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all residents, particularly low- and moderate-income households, through initiatives aimed at reducing poverty, improving access to essential services, and fostering inclusive community development. Burbank’s strategies include promoting economic opportunities, providing public services such as childcare and mental health support, enhancing infrastructure in underserved areas, and ensuring fair housing practices. These actions reflect the City’s holistic approach to community development, addressing social, economic, and housing challenges to create a more equitable and thriving community for all residents.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs:
The City of Burbank is committed to overcoming obstacles that hinder the delivery of services to underserved populations. Utilizing the Housing Element, Burbank plans to repurpose underutilized publicly owned sites for affordable housing and community development. This approach helps reduce financial barriers related to land acquisition and promotes mixed-use developments that combine affordable housing with community amenities such as parks and retail spaces. Burbank will also expand partnerships with community-based organizations to provide essential services like mental health support, job training, and financial literacy programs, particularly targeting low-income households in neighborhoods.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing:
Burbank’s Housing Element emphasizes policies that support affordable housing development and preservation. The City will update zoning and land use policies to encourage the construction of affordable units, particularly in high-need areas such as Downtown Burbank and the Golden State/Airport District. Financial incentives for developers, including density bonuses, fee waivers, and expedited permitting, are designed to reduce construction costs and make affordable housing projects more feasible. Additionally, Burbank will invest in the rehabilitation of older housing stock to preserve affordable options, particularly in South Burbank, where many units are in need of significant upgrades.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards:
Burbank has implemented comprehensive measures to address lead-based paint hazards, particularly in housing units built before 1978 that present the greatest risk of exposure. The City utilizes federal guidelines and funding sources, such as the HUD Lead Hazard Control Grant Program, to support lead hazard assessments and remediation activities in homes occupied by low-income families with young children (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program).
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In collaboration with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the City promotes public education through community workshops and outreach materials to increase awareness of lead poisoning risks and promote safe renovation practices (Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, p. 2).
Lead safety protocols are fully integrated into Burbank’s housing rehabilitation programs, in compliance with 24 CFR Part 35 – Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention in Certain Residential Structures, which mandates lead inspections and remediation in all federally funded projects involving pre-1978 housing (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Lead Safe Housing Rule)..
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families:
Burbank’s anti-poverty strategy focuses on reducing the number of families living at or below the poverty level through a combination of affordable housing, workforce development, and supportive social services. The city’s goals, programs, and policies aim to address the root causes of poverty, improve economic opportunities, and ensure that low-income families have access to resources that support long-term stability and self-sufficiency. The city’s key anti-poverty goals include expanding access to affordable housing, supporting workforce development, increasing access to healthcare, and ensuring that children and families receive the support they need to break the cycle of poverty. Specific programs supporting these goals include job training initiatives, rental assistance programs, health and wellness programs, and childcare support. Burbank also collaborates closely with local non-profits, workforce agencies, and educational institutions to provide a comprehensive approach to poverty reduction.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure:
Burbank’s institutional structure for delivering housing and community development programs is built on strong partnerships with public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private sector stakeholders.
The Burbank Housing Authority, Department of Community Development, and local nonprofits such as the Burbank Temporary Aid Center work collaboratively to implement the City’s Consolidated Plan. The City will continue to engage these partners through regular coordination meetings, technical assistance, and shared resources, ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and gaps in the system are addressed.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies:
The City of Burbank will enhance coordination between public and private entities by fostering partnerships that leverage resources for affordable housing and social services. Initiatives include collaborating with the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Regional Housing Trust to finance affordable housing projects and working with local service providers to deliver comprehensive support services. Burbank’s participation in regional initiatives ensures that resources are effectively allocated to meet the needs of low-income and homeless residents, creating a seamless support network that spans housing, employment, and social services.
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Discussion:
The City of Burbank’s planned actions reflect a comprehensive approach to addressing housing affordability, poverty reduction, and community development. By leveraging the Housing Element, Burbank aims to overcome obstacles to meeting underserved needs through strategic use of public land for affordable housing, partnerships with community organizations, and targeted service delivery in economically vulnerable neighborhoods. These efforts aim to provide critical support to low-income households, ensuring access to essential services such as mental health care, job training, and financial assistance.
To foster and maintain affordable housing, Burbank is updating zoning policies, providing financial incentives for developers, and investing in the rehabilitation of aging housing stock. These measures not only encourage the development of new affordable units but also preserve existing options, particularly in areas with high concentrations of low-income residents. The City’s proactive approach to reducing lead-based paint hazards includes integrating lead safety measures into housing rehabilitation programs and conducting public education campaigns to protect vulnerable families, especially those with young children.
Burbank’s efforts to reduce poverty focus on providing economic opportunities through job training, workforce development, and youth services. By equipping residents with the skills and resources needed to achieve financial independence, the City aims to break the cycle of poverty and promote long-term stability for low-income families. The development of a robust institutional structure, built on partnerships with public agencies, nonprofits, and private sector stakeholders, ensures that housing and community development programs are implemented efficiently and effectively.
Enhanced coordination between public and private housing providers and social service agencies is a cornerstone of Burbank’s strategy. Collaborative initiatives with regional housing trusts, local service providers, and national programs ensure that resources are allocated where they are most needed. This coordinated approach creates a seamless support system for low-income and homeless residents, integrating housing assistance with employment services, healthcare, and social support to foster self- sufficiency and improve quality of life across the community.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed $117,000
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan
0 3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. 0 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0 Total Program Income - $117,000
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities $0
HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2)
1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as follows:
In addition to the eligible uses of HOME funds outlined in Section 92.205, the City of Burbank actively pursues and leverages a variety of complementary funding sources to support affordable housing development. Chief among these is the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, which attracts significant private equity investment for new construction and rehabilitation projects.
The City also targets competitive state-level programs, including the California Housing Trust Fund and the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program, both of which provide substantial financial resources for housing linked with transit and sustainability goals. At the local level, the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Regional Housing Trust Fund plays a critical role in bridging financing gaps, particularly for projects serving extremely low- and low-income households.
Together, these funding sources complement HOME allocations and are essential to ensuring the feasibility, quality, and long-term affordability of housing developments in Burbank.
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2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows:
While the City’s HOME Program has traditionally focused on affordable rental housing, guidelines for resale and recapture will be established if HOME funds are allocated to homebuyer activities.
These guidelines will ensure that any home purchased with HOME funds remains affordable to low- and moderate-income households. Homebuyers receiving assistance will be required to repay a portion of the assistance upon resale, or the home must be resold to another eligible low-income buyer, ensuring that affordability is maintained over time.
3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired with HOME funds, See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows:
To maintain long-term affordability, Burbank’s resale and recapture guidelines will comply with 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4). These guidelines will include minimum affordability periods based on the amount of HOME assistance provided, ensuring that units remain affordable for 5 to 20 years, depending on the level of investment. Resale provisions will require that units be sold at affordable prices to income-qualified buyers, while recapture provisions will allow the City to recoup funds upon resale, which can then be reinvested in additional affordable housing projects.
4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows:
If the City elects to refinance existing multifamily housing debt using HOME funds, stringent guidelines will be implemented. These include ensuring that rehabilitation is the primary activity, establishing a minimum rehabilitation investment per unit, and demonstrating that the project will remain affordable for at least 15 years. Management practices will be reviewed to confirm that disinvestment has not occurred, and refinancing will be restricted to specific geographic areas if necessary. HOME funds will not be used to refinance federally funded loans, maintaining the integrity and sustainability of affordable housing investments.
5. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of the preference for persons with special needs or disabilities is as follows: NA
6. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of how the preference for a specific category of individuals with disabilities (e.g., persons with HIV/AIDS or chronic mental illness) will narrow the gap in benefits and the preference is needed to narrow the gap in benefits and services received by such persons: NA
7. If applicable, a description of any preference or limitation for rental housing projects is as follows:
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housing laws, any future preferences will focus on addressing the needs of low-income families, individuals with disabilities, and other vulnerable populations. These preferences will be designed to ensure equitable access to housing without violating fair housing regulations.
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