Cudahy City Council
March 18, 2025

2 SECTION 1. That the City of Cudahy has completed the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report as required by California Government Code Section 65400.

SECTION 2. That the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report provided herein is found to be consistent with the suggested content by the State Guidelines and is hereby accepted.

SECTION 3. That the Community Development Director is hereby authorized and directed to submit the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (“OPR”) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”).

SECTION 4. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the State CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this General Plan Annual Progress Report is exempt from CEQA review pursuant to California Code of Regulations section 15306 Information Collection, Class 6. Class 6 consists of basic data collection, research, experimental management, and resource evaluation activities which do not result in serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource. These may be strictly for information gathering purposes, or as part of a study leading to an action which a public agency has not yet approved, adopted, or funded.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Cudahy at its regular meeting on this 18th day of March 2025.

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Elizabeth Alcantar Loza
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Richard Iglesias
City Clerk

Resolution No. 25-11

3 CERTIFICATION

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS:

CITY OF CUDAHY )
I, Richard Iglesias, City Clerk of the City of Cudahy, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25-XX was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Cudahy, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 18th day of March, 2025, and that said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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Richard Iglesias
City Clerk

CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT

CITY OF CUDAHY
2024

GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT

CITY OF CUDAHY PLANNING DIVISION
5220 SANTA ANA STREET
CUDAHY, CA 90201
Attachment BPage 2193 of 2485
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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT City of Cudahy
2024 GENERAL PLAN

ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
Adopted
Cudahy City Council Resolution No. 25-XX

CUDAHY CITY COUNCIL
Elizabeth Alcantar, Mayor
Cynthia Gonzalez, Ed.D., Vice Mayor
Daisy Lomeli, Council Member
Martin U. Fuentes, Council Member
Amanda Gomez, Council Member

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Through a combined effort of collaboration and determination, the following staff members made the adoption of the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report possible. Thank you for your commitment and dedication towards establishing and maintaining the goals and policies within the City in order to ensure a better quality of life within.

Alfonso Noyola, City Manager
Juan Arauz, Community Development Director/Assistant City Manager Cecilia Madrigal-Gonzalez, Senior Planner
Kassandra Cornejo, Associate Planner
Jessica Guillen, Assistant Planner
Daniel Sanchez, Building & Safety Inspector
Alejandra Perez, Permit Technician
Brenda Rodriguez, Administrative Services Director
Victor Santiago, Recreation Program Manager
Raul Mazariegos, Community Preservation and Parking Manager Ted Seeman, Interim City Engineer
Aracely Villasenor, Business License Clerk
City of Cudahy
5220 Santa Ana Street
Cudahy, CA 90201

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Table of Contents

Executive Summary………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 6

1. Introduction
Purpose of the Annual Progress Report……………………………………………………………….Page 8

2. General Plan Background
Overview……………………………………………………………………….……………………………..…....Page 9 Implementation of the General Plan……………………………………………………………………Page 9

3. City Background
The City of Cudahy……………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 10 Population Trends…………………………………………………………………………………………..……Page 12

4. Community Development Activity
Building Permits……………………………………………………………………………………………..……Page 14 Planning ………………….…………………………………..…………….……………………………….………Page 14 Business Licenses…………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 15 Code Compliance…………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 15 Community Development Block Grant Residential Rehabilitation Program………….Page 17

5. Land and Housing Inventory
Housing Inventory…………..……………………………………………………………………………….….Page 18 Sites Inventory and Analysis…………………………………………………………………………………Page 18 Realistic Capacity…………………………………………………………………………………………….…..Page 19 Key Sites for Housing………………………………………………………………………………….………..Page 19 Zoning Appropriate to Accommodate Housing for Lower-Income Households….…Page 19 Regional Housing Needs Allocation ………….………………………………………………….……..Page 20 Housing Cost and Affordability………………………………….…………………………………..…….Page 20 Housing Crisis…………….………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 21 Environmental and Infrastructure Constraints……………………………………………………..Page 21 Environmental Setting………………………………………………………………………….……………..Page 22 Noise……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 22

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Geologic and Seismic Hazards………………………………………………………………………………Page 22 Roads…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 23 Assessment of Sewer and Water………………………………………………………………………….Page 24

6. Long Range Planning Activities
General Plan……………………………………………………………………………………..…………………Page 26 Capital Improvement Program ……..…………..……………………………………..…………………Page 26

7. General Plan Elements
Land Use …………....…………………………………………….………………………...………………….…Page 27 Circulation ……………………….……………………………………………………………………………....Page 28 Open Space and Conservation …………..……………………………………………………………..Page 31 Safety …………………………………….…..……………………………………………………………………..Page 32 Noise ……………………………………………….………………………………………………..……………..Page 33 Housing …………..………………………………………………………………………….…………………….Page 34 Air Quality………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 35 Economic Development …………..………………………………………………………………..……..Page 37 Environmental Justice and Sustainability ……..…………………………………………..…….. Page 38

8. Goals, Priorities, and Objectives…………………………….……………………………………..Page 38

9. Conclusion……………………………………….………………………...……………………………………Page 38

10. References………………………………………………………………………...…………………………..Page 39 Appendix A: City Council Adoption of 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report Appendix B: 2024 Annual Element Progress Report (Housing Element Implementation) Appendix C: 2024 General Plan Implementation Status Update

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT List of Figures and Tables
Figures
Figure 1 Location of the City of Cudahy, CA……………………………………..……………………………..Page 10 Figure 2 Cudahy Boundaries Map………………………………………………………….………………..….….Page 11 Tables
Table 1 Population Trends 1970-2010…………………………………………………..……………………….Page 12 Table 2 Building Permits…………………………………………………..…………………………………………...Page 14 Table 3 Planning Entitlements ………………………..………………………………………….………………..Page 14 Table 4 Business Licenses………………..………………………………………………………………………..….Page 15 Table 5 Prohibited Conditions Violations…………….………………………………..…………………..….Page 16 Table 6 Building Code Violations…………….…………..………………………………..…………………..….Page 16 Table 7 6
th Cycle RHNA .…..………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 20 Table 8 Housing Overpayment………………………………………………………………………………….…Page 21 Table 9 Sewer and Water ………….…………………. ………………………………………….………………..Page 24 Table 10 Timeliness for Permit Procedures……….………………………………………….……………...Page 28 Table 11 Summary of the Classes held by Park/Facility.…………………….………………....……..Page 31 Table 12 Maximum Exterior Noise Levels………………………………………………………….………..Page 34 Table 13 Maximum Interior Noise Levels.……………………………..…………………….…...………..Page 34 Table 14 Construction-Related and Operational Emissions Thresholds…………………….…Page 36

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Executive Summary
The City of Cudahy’s 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report was prepared by the Planning Division with input from other departments/divisions including Park & Recreation Division, Finance Department, City Clerk, Building & Safety Division, Community Preservation Division, and Public Works Department. The Report summarizes the measurable outcomes and actions associated with the implementation of all of the General Plan elements.

Following an extensive outreach program and considerable efforts on behalf of the entire community and City staff, the 2040 General Plan was adopted by the City Council on March 20, 2018. The City added two new elements as part of this General Plan update, an Economic Development Element and an Air Quality Element. Rather than create another new Element, the City integrated Environmental Justice into each Element. The City also took a holistic approach to community health, weaving principles of sustainability into every Element. Adoption included internal consistency with all General Plan elements, including the two new elements, environmental justice, and sustainability. The City also adopted updates to the Development Code and Zoning Map. This report includes a summary of the current status of the General Plan and the 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029), certified by HCD on November 13, 2023.

The City updated demographic and housing information as part of the City’s 6 th Cycle (2021-2029)
Housing Element Update. The Housing Element update included the 6 th cycle of the Regional
Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) projection period of 2021 through 2029. The City’s progress in meeting the Housing Element goals is also provided in the separate Housing Element Report (Appendix B).

The following key efforts were also accomplished in 2024 to implement the current General Plan:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The City of Cudahy received a funding allocation of approximately $328,872.00 for the FY 2024-2025. In 2024, the City utilized these funds for code enforcement, business assistance, owner-occupied housing rehabilitation, and graffiti abatement.
• Transit Oriented Development Strategic Implementation Program (TOD SIP) Grant. The City of Cudahy received $160,000 in funds from Metro to create a strategic implementation plan to prepare two Cudahy neighborhoods located within a half-mile radius of new metro stations. The study will identify opportunities for residents and businesses to access affordable housing, jobs, and other crucial quality of life elements.

In 2024, the City continued to conduct outreach and host community events to further develop draft plans and recommendations.
• Clean California Local Grant Program. In 2021, the City of Cudahy was awarded $4.9 million for the beautification of four key sites along the city's section of the LA River: the

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT LA River Bike Path, Cudahy River Park, Clara Bridge Slopes, and Otis Avenue Pocket Park.

As of 2024, the project is progressing, with the City currently in the design phase. • Department of Toxic Substance Control (DTSC) Brownfield Grant. In 2023, the City of Cudahy made progress on its successor agency sites (1, 2, 3, and 4) by completing Phase 1 reports. In 2024, the city finalized Phase II reports for all city owned sites. • Grant Application and Implementation. The City continues to apply for new grants and implement previously awarded grants. These include circulation and infrastructure improvements (see Section 7, Circulation for more information) funded through the CFP, LRSP, HSIP, HSIP Cycle 11, and ATP Cycle 6 programs.
• Food Distribution. The City also provided bi-weekly and monthly units of groceries to residents.
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a shortrange plan, usually five to ten years, which identifies capital projects. The City of Cudahy implemented its CIP Program for Fiscal Year 2022/2027 in 2023. The City also prepared a 2024 update to the CIP Program for Fiscal Year 2024/2028. The CIP update consists of sixty-seven (67) projects which are estimated at just above $78.54 million. • Shelter Beds with the Salvation Army Bell Shelter. The Salvation Army Bell Shelter is located within the city limits of the City of Bell and the shelter receives unhoused residents from the regional Continuum of Care (CoC) system. The Bell Shelter provides a significant portion of the region’s shelter beds, including the needs of Cudahy. The City of Cudahy has continued its partnership with the Salvation Army Bell Shelter to provide shelter for unhoused residents under the PLHA funding.
• Surplus Land Disposition. In 2024 the City of Cudahy submitted Surplus Land Disposition documentation to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). HCD confirmed that the City meet the requirements of the Surplus Land Act and may proceed with property disposal of Successor Agency Site No. X located on [intersections].
• Senior Housing Project. In 2022, the City approved a modification to Development Review Permit No. 41-539 for an affordable Senior Housing Project consisting of 140 units.

In 2024, the City continued to explore grant and funding sources, initiating the project grant package for the Community Project Funding through U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), totaling $1.5 million.

1.0 Introduction

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Purpose of the Annual Progress Report
This report has been prepared pursuant to California Government Code Section 65400, which requires the City of Cudahy to submit an Annual Progress Report on the status and implementation of the General Plan to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April of each year.

Section 65400 of the Government Code also requires the City submit an annual report on the status and progress of implementing the Housing Element of the General Plan. Housing information in compliance with this regulation is provided in this report using the forms and definitions adopted by HCD. This report summarizes the planning activities for the City of Cudahy from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.

The scope of the report includes:

1. An overview of the City’s adopted: 2040 General Plan, 6 th Cycle (2021-2029) Housing
Element, Amended Development Code, and updated Zoning Map.

2. An overview of the status and progress implementing the City’s ongoing General Plan implementation measures, including changes to the implementation measures as part of the 2040 General Plan.

3. A summary of the City’s progress in meeting its share of regional housing needs.

The purpose of this report is to inform The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) about the status of implementing the 2040 General Plan (adopted March 20, 2018), housing issues, and development in the City. The report should be used to identify what necessary adjustments, if any, should be made to further implement the 2040 General Plan.

This document is a reporting document and does not create or alter policy. The content is provided for informational purposes only, and is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15306:

Class 6 consists of basic data collection, research, experimental management, and resource evaluation activities which do not result in a serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource. These may be strictly for information gathering purposes, or as part of a study leading to an action which a public agency has not yet approved, adopted, or funded.

2.0 General Plan Background

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Overview
The General Plan is mandated by California Government Code Section 65300, which requires each city and county to adopt a general plan for the physical development of the jurisdiction. The Cudahy General Plan establishes a vision for the City’s long-term growth and enhancement and provides strategies and actions to achieve this vision. The Plan also conveys the community’s goals and policies to City departments, other agencies, and private developers and establishes a basis for determining if development proposals and public projects are consistent.

The General Plan provides for establishing and prioritizing detailed plans and implementation programs. The Cudahy General Plan serves as the framework for future planning and development in the City. The Cudahy General Plan provides decision-makers, officials, residents, and developers the direction they need to achieve the long-term planning goals of the City. On March 20, 2018 the City adopted the 2040 General Plan. This update built upon the previous General Plan that was adopted in 2010 that emphasized the maintenance and revitalization of the residential neighborhoods and the improvement of the City’s commercial areas. State law regulates the content of General Plans. Sections 65300-65403 of the California Government Code require that local jurisdictions prepare and adopt a general plan to guide the physical development of the City and its sphere of influence. There are seven mandatory elements, and two non-mandatory elements, along with the integration of Environmental Justice and Sustainability into each Element, that comprise the 2040 Cudahy General Plan:
• Land Use
• Circulation
• Open Space and Conservation
• Economic Development
• Safety
• Air Quality
• Noise
• Housing
The Elements that comprise the Cudahy 2040 General Plan, along with environmental justice and sustainability, are summarized Section 7 of this Report.

Implementation of the General Plan
Each policy in the General Plan includes one or more implementation programs or actions to assure that there is a mechanism for its implementation. The implementation of the General Plan establishes ongoing programs that must be developed by City staff and approved by the City Council before being implemented. Implementation programs or actions are necessary to achieve the General Plan’s goals and policies. The Implementation programs are organized by corresponding General Plan Elements that further refine and group programs into related areas and topics.

CITY OF CUDAHY 2020 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT

3.0 City Background
The City of Cudahy
As noted previously, on March 20, 2018 the City adopted the 2040 General Plan, thus updating the previous General Plan. The 2040 General Plan governs the land area located within the corporate boundaries of the City of Cudahy. The incorporated City limits were not changed with the adoption of the 2040 General Plan. The total land area for the City is 1.2 square miles making it one of the smallest incorporated cities in California in terms of land area. The City is located eight miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles and immediately west of the Los Angeles River and the Long Beach Freeway (SR-710). Cudahy is bounded on the north by Bell, on the west by Huntington Park, on the east by Bell Gardens, and on the south by South Gate. The location of the City of Cudahy, in a regional and local context, is indicated below in Figures 1 and 2 respectively.

Figure 1 Regional Location Map
Figure 2 City Boundaries Map
Figure 1. Regional geographic location of the City of Cudahy highlighted in light blue; the city is bounded on the north by Bell, on the west by Huntington Park, on the east by Bell Gardens, and on the south by South Gate. Source: http://tims.berkeley.edu/tools/gismap/index.php

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Figure 2. Local geographic location of the City of Cudahy highlighted in blue. Source:
http://tims.berkeley.edu/tools/gismap/index.php
Cudahy is located just south of an industrial district that includes the cities of southeast Los Angeles, Vernon, Huntington Park, Commerce, Montebello, and Santa Fe Springs. As industrial development occurred in the area, Cudahy along with the neighboring communities of Bell, Bell Gardens, Huntington Park, and Maywood, provided the homes and shopping areas for those working in the nearby industrial areas. The surrounding cities in the area incorporated during the 1920's and 1930's though Cudahy remained unincorporated until November 10, 1960. In 1970, the City's population was 16,998 persons according to the U. S. Census conducted for that year.

In 1980, the census estimated the population at 17,984 persons; the 1990 census estimated the population at 22,817 persons; the 2000 census estimated the population at 24,208 persons; the 2010 census estimated the population at 23,805 persons and the 2020 census estimated the population at 22,811 persons.

Cudahy is one of the most densely populated communities in California. The most recent U.S.

Census population estimates (2020) show Cudahy with a population density of 24,076 persons per square mile. As indicated earlier, the City’s land area of just over one square mile makes Cudahy one of the smallest cities in the state in terms of land area, though it is one of the most densely populated.

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Early growth in the area that is now Cudahy paralleled the boom that most of Southern California experienced following the Second World War and continuing on into the 1950's. A second and even greater period of growth occurred in the 1980’s and 1990’s due to people migrating into the area, primarily from various Latin American nations.

The majority of the City is zoned for high-density residential development (HDR) and mediumdensity residential (MDR) that has resulted in a transition from lower density single-family neighborhoods to higher density residential uses. The resulting residential development, now found in the City, is characterized by single-family units interspersed with higher density development.

Population Trends
Population data sets are the most expressive indicators of growth trends in Cudahy. Table 1 below, lists the City of Cudahy’s population by decade from 1970 to 2010 with the annual change rates for each decade.

Table 1 Population Trends 1970 to 2020
Population Trends 1970-2020
Year Population Change
(#)
Change
(%)
1970 16,998 n/a n/a
1980 17,984 986 5.8%
1990 22,817 4,833 26.9%
2000 24,208 1,391 6.1%
2010 23,805 -403 -1.6%%
2020 22,811 -1,084 -4.5%
Source: U.S. Census
Population growth in Cudahy was the greatest in the 1990's when California and Los Angeles were both the popular migration destinations. Although the 2010 Census noted a reduction in the population, recent Department of Finance figures indicate that Cudahy’s 2017 population increased to 24,076 persons. This increase may be attributed to the migration of younger families into the area as well as natural increases in population. The reports of 1992 assumed that growth in the coming decade would be similar to that observed from 1970 to 1980 (5.8%) and the resulting population projection, projected a population of 24,140 in the year-2000, which was quite close to the actual 2000 population figure of 24,208 persons identified in the U.S. Census for that year.

The California Department of Finance, 2024 population estimate for Cudahy was 22,210.

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT The following are some key findings concerning demographics and housing:
• Cudahy experienced its greatest population growth in the 1990s; however, from the years of 2007 through 2010 there was a slight reduction in population that may be attributed to the declining economy from 2000 to 2010.
• Cudahy again experience a slight reduction in population in 2024 and projections are that this slight reduction will continue.
• Cudahy is a predominately Hispanic/Latino community.
• Cudahy has a low educational attainment with very few of the City’s residents having some college or higher.
• According to the 2010 California Department of Finance records, the housing make up is as follows; single detached units (37%), single attached units (22.8%), 2-4 units (5.6%), 5 or more units (27.3%), and (7.3%) are mobile home units. • The City’s housing stock is getting older, well over half (57.4%) of the City’s housing stock was built prior to 1960.
• A household was considered to be overpaying for housing if more than 30% of their net “take-home” income was used for paying rent or mortgages. According to census figures for the year 2010, 255 households (45.2% of the total owner-occupied units) living in owner-occupied units paid in excess of 30% of their monthly income towards the mortgage.

4.0 Community Development Activity
During 2024, the City of Cudahy reviewed numerous projects and participated in numerous planning efforts. The following summaries provide a general overview of the projects, programs and permits that were reviewed. These summaries are general and are not intended to be exhaustive.

Building Permits
The Building & Safety Department processed a variety of permits during the 2024 calendar year, as summarized below in Table 2.

Table 2 Building Permits
Permits Issued in 2024

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Residential Permits 365
Commercial Permits 66
Building Permit by Activity
Additions 0
Solar Projects 3
Certificate of Occupancy 15
Home Demolitions 6
New Home Construction 10
Electrical
91 Plumbing 62
Mechanical
49 Other Permits 192
GRAND TOTAL ALL PERMITS 428
Source: Building & Safety Records – 2024
Planning Entitlements
The Planning Division processed a variety of planning entitlements during the 2024 calendar year, including Conditional Use Permits and Development Review Permits along with the associated environmental documents as needed. Table 3 represents a breakdown of applications received by the Planning Division in 2024.

Table 3 Planning Entitlements
Application Type New Request Approved Denied/
Withdrawn
In Process
Conditional Use Permit
2 1 0 1
Development Review Permit
8 3 0 5
Variance
0 0 0 0
Zone Change
0 0 0 0
Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment
1 0 0 0
General Plan Amendment 0 0 0 0
Source: Community Development & Planning Division Records – 2024 2040 General Plan: Implementation
During 2024 the City continued to implement the City’s General Plan by reviewing requested entitlements, updating the Capital Improvement Program, applying for a variety of grants, and

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT adopting the Economic Development Strategic Plan. Cudahy’s General Plan reflects the community’s shared values of what Cudahy is today and plans to be in future years. 5 th and 6th Cycle Implementation
Throughout 2024 the City continued to implement the goals of the Housing Element. This included discussing and completing zoning text amendments required to meet Housing Element programs at several Planning Commission meetings and researching grants for programs that would promote affordable housing.

Business Licenses
The total number of businesses, with a City issued business license are shown in Table 4. This total includes current, new, expired business licenses for the year 2024.

Table 4 Business Licenses
*Counts include license for rental properties and contractor licenses Code Compliance
The City community preservation efforts encourage property maintenance and upkeep. These efforts include the identification of nuisances that endanger public health and safety, and the provision of technical support or other incentives to allow early correction of the problem. The City works towards the continued renovation of structures that do not meet current seismic safety standards and electrical code requirements. Code Enforcement site visits are typically complaint driven. The City of Cudahy continued to maintain a number of programs that property owners may take advantage of if their unit is found to be substandard. Code Enforcement officers remained proactive during 2024, in referring residential property owners to these programs.

Table 5 (Prohibited Conditions) and Table 6 (Building Code) identify the types of violations found throughout the calendar year of 2024.

Table 5 Prohibited Conditions Violations
Type of Violations: Prohibited Conditions
Window glass broken
0 Carports and Parking area unsightly with trash and debris 0 Breakdown of 2024 Business Licenses
Current Businesses with an Issued License
632
New Businesses
154
Expired Licenses
17 Source: Business License Records – 2024

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Abandoned vehicle on property creating nuisance and health hazard 4 Overgrown trees, shrubs grass and/or vegetation on the property 20 Junk trash and debris on property
7 Tenant or occupants are hanging clothes on stairways or fences 1 Trash containers are in public view
122
Home appliances being stored on property open areas (outside) 0 Tenants or occupants performing major auto repairs and illegal motor oil dumping 0 Tenant or occupants parking vehicles on lawn areas
0 Driveway and parking areas damaged or in disrepair
1 Past seasonal and holiday decorations are being displayed 25 Interior furniture being stored or placed on porch
5 Farm animal on property
6 Overgrown grass along the fence line property
13 Graffiti on property
81 Tenants or occupants storing miscellaneous items throughout property 14 Carports are damaged and in disrepair
0 Total Violations
299
Code Enforcement Records: 2024
Table 6 Building Code Violations
Type of Violations: Building Code
Address numbers missing or in disrepair
1 Mailbox missing or in disrepair
1 Paint on exterior of house and units chipped, faded or not compatible 11 Paint on trim of house and units is chipped, faded or not completed 10 Exterior plaster/wood siding is damaged, dry rot or termite infested 8 Exterior light fixtures damaged or missing
14 Roof leaking or in disrepair
1 Window screens, screen or security doors damaged, torn or missing 6 Garage or shed illegally converted into a dwelling unit or habitable living space 0 Gate or fence damaged or in disrepair
0 Non permitted subdivisions
0 Vent and crawl hole covers missing or damaged
0

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT CMC& County Codes Sings not visible, faded, or missing
0 Garage or shed unsafe, damaged or in disrepair
0 Water heater earthquake straps missing
0 Plumbing in bathroom or kitchen leaking
0 Water heater leaking and/or non-operational
0 Total Violations
55 Code Enforcement Records: 2024
Although many violations required formal citation, many other violations remain undocumented due to voluntary compliance efforts which were resolved without citation or formal compliance efforts. Such voluntary compliance efforts include advertising banners, parking concerns, weed abatement, and other minor violations.

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Residential Rehabilitation Program The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Residential Rehabilitation Program develops a working relationship with the residents of the City in order to promote a better quality of life. The program ensures adherence with CDBG regulations, contractual requirements, federal record keeping/documentation requirements, and local policies; and provides technical assistance to ensure that rehabilitation on a property is completed within the fiscal year funded. The Housing Division conducts interviews, performs on-site visits, and pre-approves client files for the Housing Improvement Program for Federal grants and/or loans.

In 2024, the City amended the rehabilitation program to expand the housing unit type eligibility to multi-family and mobile homes. The City was successful in providing funds for one singlefamily, owner-occupied household during the FY 23-24 Year. The City continues to promote the CDBG Rehabilitation Program, and looks forward to an improving economy, allowing for the provision of additional grants and/or loans in 2025.

During 2024, the following project(s) were part of the Residential Rehabilitation Program:

1. 7731 Otis Avenue, Cudahy, CA 90201
Single Family Residence - Owner Occupied. Remove the existing garage door and replace with a new one, demolish the closed inside garage, remove and dispose of all existing roof coverage layers, install kitchen railing exit, new kitchen cabinets, new countertop, replace the kitchen sink, installation of new garbage disposal and remove existing exhaust fan and replacement.

5.0 Land and Housing Inventory

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT This section assesses the housing development potential in Cudahy during the 2021-2029 Housing Element planning period. The purpose is to determine the quantity of land available to accommodate the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). The RHNA is broken down by income group into four categories: Very Low (less than 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI)), Low (50-80% of AMI), Moderate (80-120% of AMI), and High (over 120% of AMI). While a jurisdiction must show that it has adequate sites in total to meet its RHNA, it must also show that it can meet the allocation at each of these income categories.

Housing Inventory
The State requires that a Housing Element identify how much housing can be constructed to accommodate the community’s RHNA. Section 65583(a)(3) of the California Government Code states that this inventory must be site specific to help localities determine the appropriate zoning, development standards, and infrastructure capacity to accommodate the new construction needed. The Code also requires that all land identified must be available for residential use in the planning period. Sites that require rezoning may be included in the inventory provided that actions are taken to address the rezoning early in the planning period.

The types of sites that are appropriate for residential development include:
• Vacant residentially zoned sites;
• Vacant non-residentially zoned sites that allow residential development; • Underutilized residentially zoned sites capable of being developed at a higher density or with greater intensity; and
• Non-residentially zoned sites that can be redeveloped for, and/or rezoned for, residential use (via program actions, such as rezoning).

Sites Inventory and Analysis
As part of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update the City conducted a Sites Inventory and Analysis. The housing sites inventory for the current (2021-2029) RHNA consists of a mix of vacant and underutilized land. The inventory of vacant residential and mixed-use land in Cudahy totals

16.18 acres. Most vacant sites identified in the inventory allow densities above 20 units per acre and are credited towards the lower-income RHNA. These vacant properties can accommodate the City’s RHNA of 393 units with the potential to support 632 units.

The inventory of underutilized residential land in Cudahy totals 16.18 acres. Most underutilized sites identified in the inventory allow densities above 20 units per acre and are credited towards the lower-income RHNA. All underutilized sites in the inventory have a minimum size of one-half acre and are located adjacent to other underutilized or vacant sites to accommodate lot

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Realistic Capacity
The City’s share of the regional housing need will be met through the implementation of a variety of strategies (e.g., available vacant land, and increasing allowable zoning densities throughout the entire City (e.g., as part of the 2040 General Plan and Development Code update the HDR and Mixed-Use Zones were increased from 14.52 to 40 dwelling units per acre; Increasing the existing allowable density to 40 dwelling units per acre will further facilitate meeting the demand for affordable housing).

The City’s land inventory was developed by a combination of methods, among them, utilizing data available from the City and the LA County Assessor’s Parcel Maps, a review of aerial maps, and most importantly, through field work. The inventory was updated as part of the 2021-2029 Housing Element update efforts.

Key Sites for Housing
Vacant Sites and Underutilized Residential Land – The analysis indicates there are approximately 16.18 acres of vacant or underutilized land that can support 632 housing units at various income levels.

Increased Density in Cudahy – As part of the City’s 2040 General Plan update efforts, the City increased the allowable zoning densities throughout the entire City (e.g., the HDR was increased from 14.52 to 40 dwelling units per acre). Increasing the existing allowable density to 40 dwelling units per acre will further facilitate meeting the demand for affordable housing.

Zoning Appropriate to Accommodate Housing for Lower-Income Households The City recognizes that the higher density residential and community commercial zones (HDR, CMU, and CivicMU) provide the potential for lower construction cost because of economies of scale created and are therefore most suitable for development of housing affordable to very lowincome and low-income households. Those sites identified in the inventory as having the greatest potential to accommodate housing affordable to lower income households allow densities of at least 40 dwelling units per acre.

Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA)
• Quantified Objectives
o California Housing Element Law requires jurisdictions to estimate the number of affordable housing opportunities that will be created over the seven-year planning period. In 1980, the State of California amended the Government Code by adding

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Article 10.6 regarding Housing Elements. By enacting this statute, the legislature found that "the availability of housing is of vital statewide importance, and the early attainment of decent housing and a suitable living environment for every California family is a priority of the highest order. The early attainment of this goal requires the cooperative participation of government and the private sector in an effort to expand housing opportunities and accommodate the housing needs of Californians of all economic levels. Local and state governments have a responsibility to use the powers vested in them to facilitate the improvement and development of housing to make adequate provision for the housing needs of all economic segments of the community…"
The quantified objectives of the City by income category, for the RHNA 6 th Cycle 2021-
2029, are provided in the table below. The City’s objective is to allow the construction of at least 393 new units; from very low to above moderate-income levels.

Table 7 RHNA 6
th Cycle
Number of Units Number Percentages
Very Low-Income
Households
80 20.35%
Low-Income
Households 36 9.16%
Moderate Income
Households 53 13.48%
Above Moderate
Income Households
244 56.9%
Total Needed-Future
Housing
393 100%
Source: Southern California Association of Governments
Housing Cost and Affordability
The 2020 Census data indicated that for owner-occupied housing units, the majority of the monthly mortgage payments in the City was $2,000 or more, with the median being $1,812 per month. A household was considered to be overpaying for housing if more than 30% of their net “take-home” income was used for paying rent or mortgages. According to census figures for the year 2020, 45.2% of the total owner-occupied units living in owner-occupied units paid in excess of 30% of their monthly income towards the mortgage. According to the same census figures,

56.3% of the total renter households paid in excess of 30% of their monthly income towards the rent. The table below shows the percentages of owner-occupied units and renter occupied units that are paying in excess of 30% of their monthly income towards rent.

Table 8 Housing Overpayment
Housing Units Paying an Excess of 30% of their Monthly Income towards Rent

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Renter-Occupied Units 56.3%
Housing Crisis
Residential vacancy rates, and the location of the City within the Los Angeles basin, are two market constraints that affect the affordability of housing. As Los Angeles development areas continue to expand, Cudahy and the surrounding cities are becoming an increasingly convenient area in which to live. Housing prices will continue to rise due to this demand. Just over 1.9% of the housing stock within the Cudahy is vacant. This translates into a demand for housing in the region exceeding the available supply, which inflates both the rental and ownership housing prices. If land values, construction costs, and interest rates continue to increase in the long-term, the cost of all new housing will rise accordingly.

As indicated above, the City has no control over the market fluctuations that may affect housing costs because market conditions result from a complex interplay of national economic policies and general economic conditions. Inflation in the cost of goods and especially housing means that many families find themselves unable to afford suitable housing. The lack of sufficient income causes more working people to share the cost of a home. As a result, overcrowding is common, and the housing choice of many households is severely restricted.

Redlining practices have not been observed, as the city's housing market is not characterized by wide disparities in prices. The Long Beach Fair Housing Foundation monitors redlining practices in the Southern California region, including the City of Cudahy, and has found that redlining practices do not appear to be a problem.

Environmental and Infrastructure Constraints
Environmental factors, such as topography, soils, landslides and seismic hazards, and noise, as well as the lack of infrastructure, such as roads, water, and sewer lines, are constraints to housing development in the City. However, most of the potential housing sites identified by the City are not constrained by environmental factors or by lack of adequate infrastructure, with the exceptions of earthquake, ground shaking which affects the entire region and poor water infrastructure provided by Tract 180 Water Company. The General Plan has taken these environmental factors into account. Where development is planned on the remaining undeveloped sites, potential environmental impacts will be evaluated and mitigation measures shall be required, as needed.

Environmental Setting

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT The City of Cudahy is a relatively new city having only incorporated in the 1960s. At the time of incorporation, more than 80% of the City’s total land area was developed. In terms of land area, Cudahy is one of the smallest cities in Los Angeles County with only 1.2 square miles. In spite of its relatively small land area, Cudahy is home to 23,937 residents according to the most recent State Department of Finance estimates. The City’s relatively large population given its small geographic area makes it one of the most densely populated communities in California.

A great majority of the City is development in residential land uses with residential neighborhoods accounting for approximately 394-acres of land or 51.5% of the total land area of Cudahy. An industrial area is located in the southernmost portion of the City on both the west and east sides of Atlantic Avenue. Industrial land uses account for approximately 79-acres of land or 12.3% of the City’s total land area. Commercial land uses are located along the major roadways such as Atlantic Avenue and at key intersections and account for approximately 43- acres of land or 6.7% of the total City’s total land area.

Noise
The City is located in an area where the ambient noise levels are relatively high. A citywide noise inventory performed in May 2013, found that virtually all of the neighborhoods in Cudahy are located in areas where noise levels exceed 65 dBA. Traffic noise from automobiles, trucks, and other motor vehicles traveling along the local roadway network, is Cudahy’s most pervasive source of noise, as determined by a community noise survey conducted on November 24, 2015.

The City’s noise environment is not expected to significantly change over time since the primary factors contributing to noise, namely the arterial roadway and freeway traffic and nearby industrial, will have a continued presence in the City. State noise guidelines recommend that residential development be located in areas exposed to ambient outdoor noise levels no greater than 65 A-weighted decibels (dBA).

Geologic and Seismic Hazards
No known earthquake faults traverse Cudahy and the City is not exposed to natural environmental hazards such as flooding, slope erosion and landslides. However, the City is located within an area that is subject to liquefaction hazards. The City is located within the dam inundation area of the Garvey Reservoir in Monterey Park.

The nearest major river is the Los Angeles River. This River does have a potential impact on the City of Cudahy. Normally this river channel is dry and only carries a significant water flow during a major rainstorm. The river channel is part of the County Flood Control District and the City is protected by a levee wall.

City of Cudahy, like most of the Los Angeles Basin, lie over the area of one or more known earthquake faults, and potentially many more unknown faults, particularly so-called lateral or blind thrust faults.

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT The major faults that have the potential to affect the greater Los Angeles Basin, and therefore the City of Cudahy are the:
• Norwalk
• Raymond Hill
• Malibu Coast-Santa MonicaHollywood
• San Andreas
• Newport-Inglewood
• San Fernando
• Sierra Madre
• Whittier
The Los Angeles Basin has a history of powerful and relatively frequent earthquakes, dating back to the powerful 8.0+ 1857 San Andreas Earthquake which did substantial damage to the relatively few buildings that existed at the time. Paleo seismological research indicates that large (8.0+) earthquakes occur on the San Andreas fault at intervals between 45 and 332 years with an average interval of 140 years. Other lesser faults have also caused very damaging earthquakes since 1857. Notable earthquakes include the 1933 Long Beach Earthquake, the 1971 San Fernando Earthquake, the 1987 Whittier Earthquake and the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. In addition, many areas in the Los Angeles Basin have sandy soils that are subject to liquefaction, including in the City of Cudahy.

Roads
The transportation system in Cudahy consists of a roadway network dominated by Atlantic Avenue, collector streets, and local streets. The Long Beach Freeway (State Route-710) is located just east of Cudahy. Also, the City's central location in Los Angeles County provides Cudahy with easy access to most parts of the Southern California region. Local circulation within the City generally follows a grid pattern; except for Atlantic Avenue which extends in a north-south orientation at a slight angle and Salt Lake Avenue which follows the curve of the railroad tracks.

Atlantic Avenue is a regional highway that extends north to Alhambra and south to Long Beach.

Traffic volumes on most City streets are currently approaching or are at capacity.

Regional access to the City is provided by the Long Beach Freeway (I-710) that extends along the City's eastern border. Access to this freeway is provided by Florence Avenue (north of Cudahy) and Firestone Boulevard (south of Cudahy), both being major arterials located just outside the City. Florence Avenue is a major roadway that provides a connection to the Long Beach Freeway for the neighboring communities of Downey, Bell and Bell Gardens. With local freeway access largely dependent on Florence Avenue, the traffic on this roadway during peak hours is congested. Local access to Florence Avenue is provided by Wilcox Avenue and Atlantic Avenue and access to Firestone Boulevard is provided by Atlantic Avenue. The transportation system framework within Cudahy is largely defined by Atlantic Avenue which is a major north/south arterial that extends through the City. Other north/south roadways include Salt Lake Avenue, Wilcox Avenue, and Otis Avenue which also provide access to neighboring cities. Clara Street and

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All the potential housing sites identified are infill sites located in existing built-out areas of the City; all of which have adequate road access (ingress and egress).

Assessment of Sewer and Water
The City receives sewer service from the Los Angeles County Sewer and water service from the Tract 349 Mutual Water Company and Tract 180 Water Company. The table below identifies the findings relevant to the sewer and water systems.

Table 9 Sewer and Water Services
Sewer and Water Findings
Service Provider Findings
Los Angeles County Sewer
• City owns sewer system.
• LA County maintains it.

Maintenance Report: Department of Public Works.
• Approximately 95.2% of the system was free of blockages or restrictions.
• The remaining 4.8% needed repair and was incorporated into an enhanced maintenance schedule with corrective
action taken.
• 99% of the system has adequate water capacity.
• 88.4% of the inspected pipe segments are free of
structural defects.
• The remaining 11.6% has been placed on a quick priority list for needed action.

Tract 349 Mutual Water Company
• Currently operating at capacity.
• 2 water wells on location:
• Both water wells can deliver about 1,600 gallons per
minute.
• An average of 2.2 million gallons per day.
• The two water wells pump an average of > 850-acre feet per year.
• A family of four use approximately 0.5 acre feet of water per year (threshold)
• If density were to increase Tract 349 will be required to:
• Drill a new water Well, booster pump station, totaling an approximate cost of $1.5 million or,
• Purchase water from surrounding utilities.

Tract 180 Water Company
• Currently operating at capacity.
• 2 water wells on location:
• Both water wells can deliver about 2,000 gallons per
minute.
• An average of 1.5 million gallons per day.
• The two water wells pump an average of > 1,500 acre
feet per year.
• A family of four use approximately 0.5 acre feet of water per year (threshold)

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT • About 75% of the distribution system needs to be
upgraded; however, no improvements are planned at this
moment.

Source: Los Angeles County Sewer “Maintenance Report: Department of Public Works, May 2013; Tract 349 Manager Dante Arcia; & Tract 180 Manager Jessie Barreras.

If the development occurs on the parcels identified in the 2021 Housing Element Sites Inventory, and the maximum densities adopted in the 2040 General Plan and updated Development Code are achieved; then then the City has the potential to meet the RHNA requirements of 393 units in the 6
th cycle. The following improvements are critical to the success of achieving the housing goals:
• According to the 2020 California Department of Finance data, there were 5,770 housing units in Cudahy. The increases in density for both the HDR and Mixed-Use zone districts could provide an increase of 860 new housing units, for a total of 6,630 housing units in Cudahy.
• Los Angeles County Sewer will continue to operate adequately due to having a system that is > 90% free of blockages/restrictions, > 90% in adequate water capacity, > 80% free of structural defects, along with their newly implemented improvements. • Tract 349 Mutual Water Company currently has plans to replace one of the existing groundwater wells. Although the location of the new well has not yet been determined, it will be located at one of the two existing well locations. • Tract 180 Water Company Tract 180 Water Company states there is no deficit in water availability for the areas they serve. Tract 180 currently has enough water to supply current uses and future developments in their service area, including new residential developments. The company is currently upsizing water lines to be more efficient and to create more pressure. These improvements to the water lines will solve issues within the Cudahy service area more efficiently. These improvements should be completed by the end of 2025.
• Golden State Water Company (Golden State Water) provides water services to the east portion of the City east of Wilcox Avenue. Currently, no deficiencies exist within Golden State Water’s jurisdiction. Increases in land use density from new developments/redevelopments will require fire flow tests as mandated by the LA Fire Department. Golden State Water has since implemented the Unidirectional Flushing (UDF) program to mitigate iron and manganese levels within the water supply.

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6.0 Long Range Planning Activities
General Plan
While the pace of development has ebbed, the implementation of the City’s new 2040 General Plan includes planning efforts that will position Cudahy to accommodate future growth in a more sustainable manner and ready the community for investment and economic development opportunities. Below are summaries of the major, long range planning efforts, and accomplishments, that were completed in 2024:

Zoning Code Text Amendments and Municipal Text Amendments • EV Electric Charging Stations. In 2024, the City amended the Municipal Code to streamline the permitting process for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The updated procedures aim to expedite the approval process, making it easier and more cost-effective for homeowners and businesses to install and use EV charging stations. This change supports a state-mandated local program.
• As part of the 6th Cycle Housing Element, in 2024, several provisions in the Zoning Code were amended to complete the following Housing Element Programs: Program 3 (Accessory Dwelling Units), Program 10 (Development Standards to Allow Uses), Program 11 (Emergency, Transitional, and Supportive Housing), Program 24 (Low Barrier Navigation Centers), Program 25 (Single Room Occupancy Units), Program 26 (State Density Bonus Law), and Program 27 (Zoning Code Review).

Capital Improvement Program
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a roadmap that provides direction and guidance for the City of Cudahy on carefully planning and managing its capital and infrastructure assets.

Capital Improvement Programs assists in the planning and scheduling of finances for projects and the workforce needed to plan, design, and construct the projects.

The typical City of Cudahy CIP Program includes the following projects:
• Street Improvement projects
• Traffic Signal/Traffic Safety Projects
• Pedestrian and Bike Improvement Projects
• Bridge Improvement Projects
• Engineering Studies/Plans
• Environmental/Green Projects
• Energy Efficient Projects
• Art and Beautification Projects

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT • Parks and Recreation Improvement Projects
• City Facilities Improvement Projects
• Information Technology Improvement
In 2024, the City was successful in starting and/or completing the following CIP projects:
• Cudahy Los Angeles River Area Improvement Project (ABP-001) • City Successor Agency Properties Environmental Plan (EGP-001) • Cudahy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Project – SIEMENS Project (ENE-001) • Cudahy Park Rehabilitation Project (PRE-001)
• Clara Expansion Park Rehabilitation Project (PRE-004) • Lugo Park Soccer Field Rehabilitation Project (PRE-005) • Cudahy Complete Streets Improvement Project – Atlantic Improvements (STR-001) • Salt Lake Avenue Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Project (TRE-001) • City Facilities Exterior Doors Renovation Project (CIF-007) • City Facilities Video Surveillance System (ITI-006)
• Cudahy Citywide Signal Improvement Project – HSIP Cycle 11 (TRE-009)

7.0 General Plan Elements
State law regulates the content of General Plans. Sections 65300-65403 of the California Government Code require that local jurisdictions prepare and adopt a general plan to guide the physical development of the City and its sphere of influence. There are seven mandatory elements that comprise the Cudahy General Plan: Land Use, Circulation (Transportation), Open Space and Conservation, Safety, Noise, and Housing. Rather than create a stand-alone Element, the City integrated Environmental Justice into each Element. The City also took a holistic approach to community health, weaving principles of sustainability into every Element as well.

The State encourages cities and counties to prepare other elements that address specific concerns in the community. The City’s 2040 General Plan update included two new Elements, an Air Quality Element and an Economic Development Element.

Land Use Element
The Land Use Element designates the general location, distribution, and extent of the various permitted land uses within the City. It establishes land use designations and defines the urban form for the various neighborhoods and districts in Cudahy. The element identifies standards for population density and development intensity for each type of land use. The goals and policies provide the framework for shaping the physical environment; they guide development decisions in a manner that will achieve high quality projects and a balanced mix of uses. Throughout the 2040 General Plan outreach process, community members stressed the importance of developing a distinctive look and feel for Cudahy, with uses that support living a well-rounded life.

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Land Use Element; highlights of the progress made in the calendar year 2024:
• Continued to improve development application processing times. The time required to process a project varies greatly from one project to another and is directly related to the size and complexity of the proposal and the number of actions or approvals needed to complete the process. The table below identifies the typical processing time most common in the entitlement process. It should be noted that each project does not necessarily have to complete each step in the process (i.e., small scale projects consistent with General Plan and Zoning designations do not generally require Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), General Plan Amendments, Rezones, or Variances). Also, certain review and approval procedures may run concurrently. For example, a ministerial review for a singlefamily home would be processed concurrently with the design review, typically taking 3- 6 months. Similarly, entitlements for multiple family residential projects can be run concurrently, and typically takes 3-6 months to process. The City also encourages the joint processing of related applications for a single project. As an example, a rezone petition may be reviewed in conjunction with the required site plan, tentative tract map, and any necessary variances. Such procedures save time, money, and effort for both the public and private sector.

Table 10 Timelines for Permit Procedures
Timeliness for Permit Procedures
Type of Approval or Permit Typical Processing Time
Ministerial Review 2 weeks
Conditional Use Permit 3 months
Zone Change 3 – 6 months
General Plan Amendment 3-6 months
Site Plan Review 2 weeks
Architectural/Design Review 3 months
Tract Maps 3 months
Parcel Maps 3 months
Initial Environmental Study 1 month
Environmental Impact Report 3-6 months
Source: City of Cudahy Building & Planning Departments
Circulation Element
The transportation system in Cudahy consists of a roadway network dominated by Atlantic Avenue, collector streets, and local streets. The Long Beach Freeway (State Route-710) is located just east of Cudahy. Also, the City's central location in Los Angeles County provides Cudahy with easy access to most parts of the Southern California region. Local circulation within the City generally follows a grid pattern, except for Atlantic Avenue which extends in a north-south orientation at a slight angle and Salt Lake Avenue which follows the curve of the railroad tracks.

Atlantic Avenue is a regional highway that extends north to Alhambra and south to Long Beach.

Traffic volumes on most City streets are currently approaching or are at capacity.

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Public transit is available through the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) and the Cudahy Area Rapid Transit (CART). The Union Pacific Electric Railroad right-of-way extends along the western edge of the City and the Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way extends along the southern edge of the City. Neither railroad line provides freight service into the City.

This Circulation Element of the 2040 General Plan evaluates the existing roadway circulation system and identifies measures to accommodate existing and future traffic volumes. Other issues addressed in the Element address include public transit parking, and alternative forms of transportation. The Circulation Element complies with California Government Code Section 65302(b), which requires that the Circulation Element identify the general location and extent of existing and proposed major thoroughfares, transportation routes and other public utilities and facilities. The goals, policies, plan and programs of the Circulation Element then respond to identified traffic concerns, as well as projected traffic conditions. The Transportation Plan identifies strategies that will address future traffic.

Circulation Element; highlights of the progress made in the calendar year 2024, including funding sources:
• HSIP Cycle 11 – Citywide Signal Improvements Project (CIP # TRE-009): The project scope of work consists of the installation of retro-reflective backplates, other signals improvements, and implement Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) timing at all signals citywide. Re-stripe crosswalks to implement high-visibility crosswalk at all signalized intersections. The design contract was awarded by the City Council on December 3, 2024, to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. The project design phase kick-off meeting was conducted December 18, 2024.
• HSIP Cycle 7 – Salt Lake Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project (CIP # TRE-001):

The project includes pedestrian safety enhancements along Salt Lake Avenue between Walnut Street and Patata Street/Atlantic Avenue. The improvements include the installation of larger signage (advisory and Stop Signs), solar powered flashing beacons, installation of pavement legend, limit lines and high visibility crosswalk lines to improve pedestrian, bicycle and vehicular modes of travel along Salt Lake Avenue. The project is approximately 90% constructed with an anticipated completion at the end of March 2025. • Citywide-Atlantic Complete Streets Project (CIP # STR-003) – The Cudahy Citywide Complete Streets Improvement Project focuses on the Atlantic Avenue Corridor and Citywide Multimodal Transportation Improvements for the First/Last Mile. The scope of work includes pavement resurfacing, construction of pedestrian improvements such as pedestrian scale lighting, bus stop improvements, new bus shelters, new landscaping and landscape island south of Cecilia, new ADA access ramps, high visibility crosswalks, signal upgrades and new bike lanes. The construction contract was awarded by the City Council on December 17, 2024, with construction anticipated to start in March 2025.

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT • Clara Bridge Lighting Improvement Project (CIP # BRI-001) – The project scope of work consists of the installation of LED lights to Clara Bridge. It also includes concrete beams retrofit to receive new street light poles, hand-rail painting, traffic stripping and structural repairs per bridge report recommendations. The project also entails traffic striping reconfiguration and the installation of traffic calming measure devices. The project design has been completed with construction bid solicitation Notice Inviting Bids, expected in March 2025.
• ATP Cycle 6 – Salt Lake Pedestrian Accessibility Project (CIP # ATP-003) – Project scope of work includes sidewalk widening along the east side of the street to meet ADA requirements and allow pedestrian activity. The project will also facilitate pedestrian access to future Metro stations for the West Santa Ana Branch Project (WSAB). The project entails the removal and reconstruction of the existing narrow (non-ADA compliant) sidewalk, the removal and reconstruction of wheelchair ramps, add medium to large curb extensions to reduce pedestrian crossing distance while improving crossing angle at existing skewed intersections along Salt Lake Avenue corridor, add pedestrian crosswalks at intersections to increase safety for pedestrians while providing pedestrian access to future WSAB stations. In addition, the project includes the installation of pedestrian lighting, wayfinding signage, traffic striping, installation of benches for pedestrians, planting new trees to create shade canopies for pedestrians as well as other miscellaneous items. The Request for Proposals to initiate the Environmental Engineering phase of the project was released on January 20, 2025, with the proposal due date of March 19, 2025.
• Pavement Management System (PMS): The PMS is the process of planning of maintenance and repair of a network of roadways in order to optimize pavement conditions over the entire network. The PMS is the tool that the City uses to evaluate and maintain the City’s Road network in safe working condition (PCI). PMS update was completed in December 2024.
• West Santa Ana Branch (WSAB) Strategic Implementation Plan: The City of Cudahy Strategic Vision Implementation Plan focuses on the effects that proposed two train stations (located within North and South City boundaries) of the West Santa Ana Branch Line, renamed to the Southeast Gateway Line, will have in the City. While the plan will focus on Cudahy, it will also build upon the recent station planning efforts by Huntington Park and South Gate. The plans will include a mobility study, stakeholder engagement plan, infrastructure analysis, market analysis, and equity study. In 2023, the city retained a consultant and continued efforts with Metro and surrounding cities. In 2024 we continue to conduct outreach and host community events to further develop draft plans and recommendations.

Open Space and Conservation Element

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT The Open Space and Conservation Element of the 2040 General Plan addresses long-term community needs and plans for open space, parks, recreation services, and natural resource preservation. This element also includes policies for sewer, water, and storm drain facilities, which are important to maintain and update to support sustainable growth. The goals and policies reflect both technical analyses based on national standards for park space and community input gathered from resident interviews and the results of the Enabling Strategic Growth study.

The open space and conservation concepts discussed in this Element present strategies for natural resource conservation and preservation, and for increasing/improving parks and recreation opportunities in Cudahy. Although providing new parkland may not be attainable through traditional methods (parkland dedication and significant property acquisition), opportunities exist for creating smaller-scale, accessible urban recreational spaces within walking distance of each Cudahy neighborhood.

The City of Cudahy provides its residents and surrounding neighbors with a variety of recreational programs. Recreational programs, classes, and sports (and their respective locations). The recreational courses and sports programs that were available at each City Park and Facility for the year 2024 are summarized in the table below. Cudahy residents receive priority registration and pay lower fees than a non-resident. The City‘s Sports Department consists of various sports available throughout the year for boys and girls between the ages of 4-16. Participants register individually and are placed on teams organized by the Cudahy Parks and Recreation Staff. All teams are coached by volunteer coaches.

Table 11 Recreational Programs
City Park Recreational Program / Class
Lugo Park Boxing Class (Fitness Center)
Weight and Fitness tutorials (Fitness Center)
Flag Football (Field)
Soccer (Field)
Clara Park and Expansion Park
Flag Football (Expansion Park)
Soccer (Expansion Park)
Youth Basketball (Clara Gym)
Volleyball (Clara Gym)
Zumba (MPR 2)
Youth Cheer (Clara Park)
Adaptive programing for people with disabilities (MPR-2) Cudahy Park
Cultural Class – Danza (Bedwell Hall)
Youth Baseball/ Softball (Cudahy Field)
Youth T-Ball (Cudahy Field)
Flag Football (Cudahy Field)

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT The City rents out their athletic fields to non-profit and for-profit adult sports leagues (i.e., basketball, soccer, flag football, and softball). All adult leagues are independently run by their respected organizations.

Safety Element
The Safety Element of the 2040 General Plan presents a citywide approach for preventing the creation of hazards in the planning area and for minimizing the potential for injury, damage and disruption brought by natural events. The Element establishes safety standards and programs designed to protect life and property. Public safety standards include guidelines for activities involving risk to the public, as well as measures to follow when development occurs in areas susceptible to natural or manmade risks.

As a state-mandated element, the Safety Element of the 2040 General Plan fulfills the requirements of Section 65302(g) of the California Government Code. It sets goals and policies which address public safety issues in the City. The Element also serves as a public safety plan, identifies standards and programs to promote public safety, and outlines adequate facilities and services to serve the emergency needs of the City. The Safety Element maps the location of known hazard areas and available evacuation routes, indicates peak water supply requirements, minimum road widths, clearances around structures, and provides safety and emergency procedures.

Safety Element; highlights of the progress made in the calendar year 2024:
• Cudahy continues to contract for law enforcement and fire response services with Los Angeles County agencies. As these agencies serve other, larger areas in addition to Cudahy, the local Sheriff and fire stations are not located within Cudahy. Thus, public safety facilities cannot serve as focal points for Cudahy’s civic identity. As a small city serviced by large county agencies, ensuring that Cudahy’s interests are being prioritized among those of larger cities requires ongoing engagement between the agencies and City leaders.
• Los Angeles County Sherriff response times in Cudahy are less than three minutes for emergencies, ten minutes or less for priorities, and 60 minutes for routine items. • Los Angeles County Fire Department response time for Cudahy is approximately three minutes.
• Within Cudahy, the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center offers immediate care and outpatient services. The closest hospitals are located in Huntington Park and East Los Angeles.

Noise Element
Youth Soccer
Source: City of Cudahy – Parks & Recreation, 2024

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT Excessive noise levels disturb and disrupt human activities and can affect the physical and psychological health of individuals. Noise conditions can depreciate the quality of the environment by affecting work, sleep, and recreation. Cudahy is a predominantly residential community. As the City grows and expands its economic base through new and modernized land uses, keeping noise levels controlled, located away from neighborhoods, or buffered will continue to be important in ensuring a positive quality of life for Cudahy’s residents. This 2040 General Plan Element addresses noise that affects the community at large, rather than noise associated with site-specific conditions. The goals and policies in this element guide decisions concerning land use and the location of land uses, new roads, and transit facilities since these are common sources of increased noise levels. This element explores various noise reduction options and land use compatibility standards.

As mandated by the California Government Code Section 65302(f), the Noise Element follows the guidelines established by the Office of Noise Control of the State Department of Health Services.

Goals, policies, and guidelines for minimizing increases in ambient noise levels are outlined in the section that follows.

Noise Element; highlights of the progress made in the calendar year 2024:
• The City of Cudahy requires mitigation measures during entitlements and approvals subject to CEQA.
• Cudahy “CMC” Article 23: Environmental Performance Standards, ensure that residential neighborhoods and the business community in Cudahy will be free from environmental hazards such as of noise, vibration, dust, glare, and other negative influences. • Noise standards for the various categories of land uses set forth in Tables 12 and 13 shall, unless otherwise specified, apply to each property or portion of property in the community. Where two or more dissimilar land uses occur on a single property, the more restrictive noise standard shall apply. The maximum permissible sound levels and noise standards by receiving land uses are identified in Table 12 for exterior and Table 13 for interior.

Table 12 Maximum Exterior Noise Levels
Maximum Exterior Noise Levels
Noise Level (dBA)
Receiving Land Use Category 10 pm - 7 am 7 am to 10 pm
Residential (except multi-family) 45 65

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Commercial (all “C” zones) 60 65
Light Industrial Zones 70 70
Heavy Industrial Zones 70 70
Table 13 Maximum Interior Noise Levels
Maximum Interior Noise Levels
Land Use Type Time Interval
Maximum Noise Level (dBA)
Any time 1 min./1 hr. 5 min./1 hr.

Residential
10 p.m. to 7 a.m. 35 40 35
7 a.m. to 10 p.m. 45 50 45
Housing Element
In accordance with state law, the 2021-2029 Housing Element update was prepared and adopted as a separate General Plan Element and incorporated into the 2040 General Plan. This Element evaluates the existing and projected housing needs of the City and establishes goals, policies, objectives, and programs for the preservation, improvement, and development of housing to meet local and regional housing needs.

Some of the primary goals in the 2021-2029 Housing Element that are to be implemented over the course of the next few years will include the following:
• Adequate Sites
• Housing Information Program
• Accessory Dwelling Units
• Replacement Housing
• Affordable Housing Incentives
• CDBG Information
• At-risk Housing Preservation
• Housing Maintenance and Conservation
• Hotel and Motel Resources
• Development Standards to Allow Uses
• Emergency, Transitional and Supportive Housing
• Neighborhood Preservation
• Code Enforcement
• Infrastructure Availability
• Public Participation
• Fair Housing

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CITY OF CUDAHY 2024 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT • Food Distribution
• Homeless Assistance
• Disability Access
• Senior Program Resources
• Persons with Special Needs
• Consistency with General Plan
• Housing Conditions Survey
• Low Barrier Navigation Centers
• Single Room Occupancy Units
• State Density Bonus Law
• Zoning Code Review
• Implementation of the Inclusionary Housing Program
• Environmental Enhancements
• Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee
• Fire Time Homebuyers
• Economic Development Strategic Plan and Transit Oriented Development • Surplus Land Act Compliance
• Promote Lot Consolidation of Site 25
• Open Space Development
Housing Element implementation progress made in the calendar year 2024 is included in Appendix B.

Air Quality Element
The Air Quality Element is a new Element for the City and was added to the 2040 General Plan.

Awareness and knowledge of the effects of human activities on the environment have grown significantly since the 1960s. In the early 2000s, concerns about climate change arose as a new focus. As such, finding ways to embrace sustainable practices has become a priority for Cudahy and many other California cities. Chief among environmental concerns is the impact of human actions and choices on the atmosphere and climate. With the emergence of the industrial age, human activity began to release increasing amounts of pollutants, carbon dioxide, and other harmful gases into the atmosphere, largely through the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation.

The elevated levels of harmful gases and pollutants create two key concerns -- compromised local air quality and a global “greenhouse” effect that resulted in warming the Earth’s atmosphere.

The unhealthful conditions associated with air pollutants have been known for decades.

Beginning in the 1970s, legislation such as the federal Clean Air Act was enacted to improve air quality and, thus, reduce impacts on human health associated with high pollutant levels. Global warming, however, did not really enter the public consciousness until the United Nations (U.N.) Framework Convention on Climate Change adopted the Kyoto Protocol in 1997. This 1997 U.N.

Convention highlighted the serious threats to public safety associated with global warming,

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This Element addresses local and regional air quality, stationary and mobile emission sources in the community, and identifies programs that will be effective in reducing pollutant emissions generated within the City.

Air Quality Element; highlights of the progress made in the calendar year 2024:
• The City of Cudahy requires mitigation measures during entitlements and approvals subject to CEQA.
• The City of Cudahy continues to be subject to regulations from various agencies. The primary agencies include the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD).
• The City of Cudahy uses SCAQMD-recommended thresholds in its local review of development projects over which the City has jurisdiction. A development that results in either construction-related emissions or operational emissions that exceed specified daily emissions thresholds are considered to have a significant and adverse environmental impact. The applicable emissions thresholds for both construction-related and operational emissions are summarized in Table 14.

Table 14 Construction-Related and Operational Emissions Thresholds Construction-Related and Operational Emissions Thresholds for Cudahy
Pollutant
Construction
Emissions
Thresholds
Operational Emissions
Thresholds
Reactive Organic
Compounds
•75 lbs/day •2.5
tons/qtr
•55 lbs/day •0.0275
tons/day
Nitrogen Dioxide
(NO2)
•100 lbs/day •2.5
tons/qtr
•55 lbs/day •0.0275
tons/day
Carbon Monoxide
(CO)
•550 lbs/day
•24.75 tons/qtr
•550 lbs/day •0.275
tons/day •20.0 ppm/1
hr.1. •9.0 ppm/8 hrs1.

Fine Particulate
Matter (PM10)
•150 lbs/day •6.75
tons/qtr
•150 lbs/day •0.075
tons/day
Sulfur Dioxide
(S02)
•150 lbs/day •6.75
tons/qtr
•150 lbs/day •0.075
tons/day of SOX.

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•A dilution to
threshold factor
greater than 102.
•A dilution to
threshold factor
greater than 10 2.

Source: South Coast Air Quality Management District – 2004 Economic Development Element
The Economic Development Element is a new Element for the City and was added to the 2040 General Plan. A community’s economic viability relies on interdependent factors: providing an appropriate mix of land uses that support the desired economy, balancing the goods and services provided to fulfill the needs of local households and businesses, and attracting and retaining businesses. With nearly a third of Cudahy households living below the poverty line, spurring economic development is a vital piece of the 2040 General Plan. The City of Cudahy recognizes that land use and other policies must maintain and encourage a diverse and entrepreneurial economy to ensure that residents and businesses thrive. This Economic Development Element establishes policies to retain local business, attract new industries, sustain education and job training for the current and future workforce, promote affordable housing, support the tax base, and sustain Cudahy’s ability to provide public services.

In 2023, the City adopted an Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP) a long-term plan that guides the City in fostering economic growth. The plan sets goals, identifies key industries for development, assesses strength and weaknesses, and outlines actions to improve infrastructure to attract investment, and create jobs. In 2024, the City continues efforts to implement the recommendations in the plan.

Economic Development Element; highlights of the progress made in the calendar year 2024:
• In 2024, the City worked in collaboration with existing businesses to support a Cudahy Chamber of Commerce.
• City staff participated in the ICSC conference to explore opportunities for innovative approaches to the City’s existing businesses and opportunities to advertise the City for new business opportunities.

Environmental Justice and Sustainability
The General Plan takes a holistic approach to environmental justice and sustainability.

Environmental justice and sustainability policies are integrated into every Element in the 2040 Cudahy General Plan.

In California, the goal of environmental justice as part of a jurisdiction’s general plan is to reduce the unique or compounded health risks in disadvantaged communities, promote community

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Cudahy 2040 policies and programs supporting the environmental justice goal through reducing pollution exposure; promoting public facilities, food access, safe and sanitary homes, physical activity, and adaptation to climate change; and promoting civil engagement are marked with a blue clean air symbol.

Sustainability is achieved through careful planning to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The General Plan’s sustainability symbol, a green circular leaf, indicates the goals, policies, and/or programs that includes specific attention to best practices from the perspective of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving natural resources, or promoting a healthier lifestyle. Sustainability, through conservation and the development of innovative land use and transportation policies, is a cornerstone of the General Plan.

8.0 Goals, Priorities, and Objectives
The City of Cudahy aims to implement the priorities and objectives outlined in the 2040 General Plan throughout various activities and functions of local government. Many of the goals outlined for the future of the City are to be reviewed annually to direct the staff work effort for the upcoming calendar year. In this way, the implementation of the General Plan is an ongoing endeavor.

For a complete implementation update of the Cudahy General Plan, please reference the 2024 General Plan Implementation Status Update Table which is attached as Appendix C.

9.0 Conclusion
The Cudahy 2040 General Plan serves as an effective guide for orderly growth and development, preservation and conservation of open space land and natural resources, and efficient expenditure of public funds.

10.0 References

1. City of Cudahy. Building & Safety Records. 2024.

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2. City of Cudahy. Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

3. City of Cudahy. Code Enforcement Records. 2024.

4. City of Cudahy. Community Development Planning Records. 2024.

5. City of Cudahy. Cudahy Municipal Code.

6. City of Cudahy. General Plan. Adopted March 20, 2018.

7. City of Cudahy. Green Streets Manual. June 4, 2013.

8. City of Cudahy. Housing Element Update. Adopted March 20, 2018.

9. City of Cudahy. Low Impact Development (LID) Guidelines. Adopted November 25, 2014.

10. City of Cudahy. Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan.

11. City of Cudahy. Residential Rehabilitation Program Records. 2024.

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5220 Santa Ana Street
Cudahy
90201
Jessica
Guillen
Assistant Planner
[email protected]
3237735143
Mailing Address
Annual Progress Report January 2020
Attachment CPage 2232 of 2485
Jurisdiction Cudahy
Reporting Year 2024
Housing Element Planning Period 6th Cycle
Current Year
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
33 33
Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single-family Attached 0 0 0
Single-family Detached 0 2 0
2 to 4 units per structure 0 2 0
5+ units per structure 0 20 0
Accessory Dwelling Unit 0 8 4
Mobile/Manufactured Home 0 0 0
Total 0 32 4
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Units 13 32
0 0
Total Units
Housing Applications Summary
Note: Units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income Above Moderate
Indicated as Infill
Not Indicated as Infill
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
(Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Very Low
Low
Moderate

28 408
0 0
0 0
Income Rental Ownership Total
Very Low 0 0 0
Low 0 0 0
Moderate 0 0 0
Above Moderate 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0
Streamlining Provisions Used - Permitted Units # of Projects Units SB 9 (2021) - Duplex in SF Zone 0 0
SB 9 (2021) - Residential Lot Split 0 0
AB 2011 (2022) 0 0
SB 6 (2022) 0 0
SB 423 (2023) 0 0
Ministerial and Discretionary Applications # of Units
Ministerial 25 35
Discretionary 3 373
Density Bonus Applications and Units Permitted
Number of Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 1 Number of Units in Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 360 Number of Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0
Number of Units in Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0 Housing Element Programs Implemented and Sites Rezoned Count 35 0
Total Housing Applications Submitted:

Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received:

Total Housing Units Approved:

Total Housing Units Disapproved:

Use of SB 423 Streamlining Provisions - Applications
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications
Programs Implemented
Sites Rezoned to Accommodate the RHNA
Units Constructed - SB 423 Streamlining Permits
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications Approved

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Year 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Planning
Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Date
Application
Submitted
Total
Approved
Units by
Project
Total
Disapproved
Units by
Project
Streamlining
2 3 4 6 7 8 9
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Date
Application
Submitted
(see
instructions)
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total

PROPOSED
Units by
Project
Total

APPROVED
Units by
project
Total

DISAPPROVE
D Units by
Project
Please select
state
streamlining
provision/s the
application was
submitted
pursuant to.

Did the
housing
development
application
seek
incentives or
concessions
pursuant to
Government
Code section
65915?
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 18 0 267 0 71 0 53 408 0 0 6224-028-007 5236 Cecilia
Street PC # 660 ADU R
2/15/2024
1 1 NONE No
6225-003-014 4012 Walnut
Street PC # 940 ADU R
4/11/2024
1 1 NONE No
6224-012-019 5013 Santa Ana
Street PC #690 ADU R
4/25/2024
1 1 NONE No
6226-016-019 5018 Live Oak
Street ZC-BP-2024-09 ADU R
5/14/2024
1 1 NONE No
6224-017-015 4922 Santa Ana
Street ZC-BP-2024-12 ADU R
5/21/2024
2 2 NONE No
6225-009-006 4117 Walnut
Street PC #692 ADU R
5/29/2024
1 1 NONE No
6225-024-017 7750 Salt Lake
Avenue PC #946 ADU R
7/30/2024
1 1 NONE No
6225-014-027 4135 Flower
Street PC #938 ADU R
7/30/2024
1 1 NONE No
6225-014-039 4009 Flower
Street ZC-BP-2024-18 ADU R
7/31/2024
1 1 NONE No
6225-011-009 3624 Walnut
Street PC #942 ADU R
8/8/2024
1 1 NONE No
6226-010-007 4615 Live Oak
Street PC # 956 ADU R
8/12/2024
2 2 NONE No
6225-031-003 4317 Elizabeth
Street ZC-BP-2024-22 ADU R
8/19/2024
1 1 NONE No
6226-019-017 5027 Clara
Street PC #939 ADU R
8/28/2024
3 3 NONE No
6224-010-001 4801 Santa Ana
Street PC #4801 ADU R
9/19/2024
2 2 NONE No
6226-021-006 4733 Clara
Street PC #952 ADU R
10/9/2024
2 2 NONE No
6224-028-007 5236 Cecilia
Street ZC-BP-2024-27 ADU R
11/18/2024
1 1 NONE No
6226-028-020 5203 Elizabeth
Street PC #955 ADU R
12/11/2024
2 2 NONE No
6225-013-001 3938 Live Oak
Street ZC-BP-2024-30
SFD R
12/19/2024
1 1 SB 9 (2021) -
Duplex in SF
Zone
No
6225-013-002 3939 Live Oak
Street ZC-BP-2024-30 ADU R
12/19/2024
1 1 NONE No
6226-007-004 5145 Live Oak
Street
Minor DRP
2024-02
2 to 4 R
6/10/2024
3 3 NONE No
6226-007-004 5145 Live Oak
Street
Minor DRP
2024-02
ADU R
6/10/2024
2 2 NONE No
6226-027-012 5302 Clara
Street
Minor DRP
2024-04
2 to 4 R
8/14/2024
2 2 NONE No
6224-029-003 5129 Fostoria
Street
Minor DRP
2024-05
SFD R
10/15/2024
1 1 NONE No
6224-029-003 5129 Fostoria
Street
Minor DRP
2024-05
ADU R
10/15/2024
1 1 NONE No
6226-010-006 4617 Live Oak
Street DRP 2024-01
5+ R
3/19/2024
5 5 NONE No
6226-010-006 4617 Live Oak
Street DRP 2024-01
ADU R
3/19/2024
1 NONE No
Table A
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
1 5
Project Identifier Unit Types Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes Density Bo Applica
10 Housing Development Applications Submitted

6224-025-002
5035 Cecilia
Street DRP 2024-02
5+R
9/11/2024
88 NONE No
6225-026-
001;002;003;01
3;014
7801-7835 Otis
Avenue DRP 2024-03
5+R
12/9/2024
18 267 714 360 NONE Yes 000000

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Year 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning
Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Table A2
Streamlining Infill
Housing without
Financial Assistance or
Deed Restrictions
Term of
Affordability or
Deed Restriction
Notes
2 3 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Prior APN+ Current APN Street
Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(SFA,SFD,2
to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Entitlement
Date
Approved
# of Units
issued
Entitlements
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Building
Permits Date
Issued
# of Units Issued
Building Permits
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Certificates of
Occupancy or
other forms of
readiness
(see instructions)
Date Issued
# of Units
issued
Certificates
of
Occupancy
or other
forms of
readiness
How many of
the units
were
Extremely
Low
Income?
Please select
the state
streamlining
provision the
project was

APPROVED
pursuant to.
(may select
multiple)
Infill Units?
Y/N+
Assistance
Programs for Each
Development
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
Deed
Restriction
Type
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
For units affordable
without financial
assistance or deed
restrictions, explain how
the locality determined
the units were affordable
(see instructions)
Term of
Affordability or
Deed Restriction
(years) (if affordable
in perpetuity enter
1000)+
Number of
Demolished/Destr
oyed Units
Demolished
or Destroyed
Units
Demolished
/Destroyed
Units
Owner or
Renter
Total Density Bonus
Applied to the Project
(Percentage Increase in
Total Allowable Units or
Total Maximum
Allowable Residential
Gross Floor Area)
Number of Other
Incentives,
Concessions,
Waivers, or Other
Modifications
Given to the
Project (Excluding
Parking Waivers
or Parking
Reductions)
List the
incentives,
concessions,
waivers, and
modifications
(Excluding
Parking
Waivers or
Parking
Modifications)
Did the project
receive a reduction
or waiver of parking
standards? (Y/N)
Notes+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 33 32 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 4 0 2 6226-018-012 5239 Clara Street Permit #9057 ADU R 0 1 1/9/2024 1 1 6/18/2024 1 0 NONE Y 0 ADU Conversion 6225-011-005 3708 Walnut
Street Permit#9111 ADU R 1 2/26/2024 0 NONE Y 0 JADU
6225-013-012 3810 Live Oak Permit #9117 ADU R 0 1 2/27/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y 0 ADU 6224-028-007 5236 Cecilia
Street Permit #9159 ADU R 0 1 4/23/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y 0 ADU 6225-022-027 4107 Clara Street Permit #9208 2 to 4 R 0 2 6/10/2024 2 0 0 NONE Y 0 Duplex 6225-022-027 4107 Clara Street Permit #9208 ADU R 0 1 6/10/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y 0 ADU 6226-006-006 5307 Live Oak
Street Permit #9231-9235 5+ R 20 11/18/2019 20 20 6/24/2024 20 0 0 NONE Y 2 Demolished R 6225-014-039 4009 Flower
Street Permit #9308 ADU R 0 1 7/31/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y 0 ADU (Conversion) 6226-013-011 4722 Live Oak
Unit B Permit #9325 ADU R 0 1 12/3/2023 1 1 8/8/2024 1 0 NONE Y 0 ADU 6224-017-015 4922 Santa Ana
Street Permit #9328 SFD R 0 1 8/15/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y two-story unit 6224-017-015 4922 Santa Ana
Street Permit #9328 ADU R 0 1 8/15/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y ADU 6225-023-001 3938 and 3940
Flower Streeet Permit #9351 ADU
0 1 10/17/2023 1 1 9/10/2024 1 0 NONE Y
ADU (2 new
addresses because
of a change of
address for the main
6224-030-019 5116 Fostoria Permit #9353 ADU 0 0 1 9/12/2024 1 0 NONE Y ADU 6225-003-024 4117 Walnut
Street Permit #9397 ADU 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y Detached ADU 6225-015-011 4228 Live Oak Permit #9373 SFD R 0 1 10/31/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y SFD 6225-011-009 3624 Walnut Permit #9444 ADU R 0 1 12/12/2024 1 0 0 NONE Y ADU Conversion Density Bonus
1 Unit Types Affordability by Household Incomes - Completed Entitlement Affordability by Household Incomes - Building Permits Affordability by Household Incomes - Certificates of Occupancy 4 7 10
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions Project Identifier Demolished/Destroyed Units Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
1 Projection
Period 3 4
RHNA Allocation
by Income Level
Projection
Period -
06/30/2021-
10/14/2021
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Total Units to
Date (all
years)
Total Remaining
RHNA by
Income Level
Deed Restricted - - - 4 - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Above Moderate 224 8 4 4 47 33 - - - - - 96 128
393
8 4 4 51 33 - - - - - 100 293
5 6 7
Extremely lowIncome Need 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Total Units to Date
Total Units
Remaining
40 - - - 1 - - - - - 1 39
VLI Deed Restricted
VLI Non Deed Restricted
36 Please note: For the last year of the 5th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted during the portion of the year that was in the 5th cycle. For the first year of the 6th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted since the start of the planning period. Projection Period units are in a separate column.

Total RHNA
Total Units
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Extremely Low-Income Units*
Note: units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income RHNA progress and must be reported as very low-income units in section 7 of Table A2. They must also be reported in the extremely low-income category (section 13) in Table A2 to be counted as progress toward meeting the extremely low-income housing need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). *Extremely low-income housing need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). Value in Section 5 is default value, assumed to be half of the very low-income RHNA. May be overwritten.

Progress toward extremely low-income housing need, as determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1).

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Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
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Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Date of
Rezone Rezone Type
2 4 5 6 7 9 10 11
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Date of
Rezone
Very LowIncome Low-Income ModerateIncome
Above
ModerateIncome
Rezone Type Parcel Size
(Acres)
General Plan
Designation Zoning
Minimum
Density
Allowed
Maximum
Density
Allowed
Realistic
Capacity Vacant/Nonvacant Description of Existing Uses
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
3 8
Project Identifier RHNA Shortfall by Household Income Category Sites Description 1 Sites Identified or Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need and No Net-Loss Law Table C

Jurisdiction Cudahy
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
1 2 3 4
Name of Program Objective Timeframe in H.E Status of Program Implementation Adequate Sites
To ensure compliance with state law, the
City will not reduce, or require, or permit
the reduction of, the residential density
for any parcel to, or allow development
of any parcel at, a lower residential
density, than projected for sites
identified in the Housing Element sites
inventory unless the jurisdiction makes
written findings that the reduction is
consistent with the
General Plan, and that the remaining
sites identified in the Housing Element
are adequate to accommodate the
jurisdiction’s need.

Each fiscal year through
2029
The City evaluates residential development proposals for consistency with statutory requirements, and the City’s General Plan goals and policies; as they relate to the housing needs of the community. Projects proposed at sites included in the sites inventory are evaluated for consistency with the projected density noted in the Housing Element.

Housing Information
To encourage the development of highquality housing on vacant and underutilized lots.

Ongoing
The updated Housing Element was adopted by the City in March 2018 and included a detailed land inventory. The Housing information campaign was initiated through the development of an economic development informational flyer. 2018 Housing Element Program 1 Adequate Sites and Program 2 Housing information.

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583

Accessory Dwelling Units
To update the ADU requirements within
the Zoning Code and update the
Ordinance for compliancce with state
law. ADU production will increase
affordable housing options for Cudahy
residents.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June 2024.

Included in the Code Updates were changes to the ADU requirements within the Zoning Code to bring them into compliance with state law.

Replacement Housing
To update the City's Municipal Code to
specify replacement housing
requirements on nonvacant sites.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June 2024.

Included in the Code Updates are to add a new part, Part 19. (Replacement Housing) under Chapter 20.52 (Standards
for Specific Land Uses and Activities) to implement this Housing Element Program.

Affordable Housing
Incentives
The City shall provide developers with
incentives and shorten the permit
process for low-income and senior
citizen housing projects. By expediting
the review process, developers also
save money and housing costs can be
reduced.

Annually
An updated and expanded version of the program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. The new program includes an action item to develop development incentives and a community benefits permitting procedure that incentivizes benefits and desired public amenities provided by private development, which include, but are not limited to, low Income and/or affordable housing. 2018 Housing Element Program 5.

CDBG Information
The City shall continue housing
programs on housing development,
infrastructure, rehabilitation and job
development, as allowed by the CDBG
program.

Ongoing
Since 2014, the City has used CDBG funds for Code Enforcement, Single-unit Housing Rehabilitation Program, Business Assistance Program, Senior Activities Program, Food Distribution Program, and two construction projects at Clara Park and Cudahy Park. CDBG funding is an important resource for the City and programs identified will continue. this program was included in the 2018 Housing Element, Program 6.

At-Risk Housing
Preservation
The City shall take the lead to
coordinate housing efforts for the
preservation of subsidized housing
projects.

Ongoing
Subsidized housing units in Cudahy are owned by non-profit affordable housing developers that have expressed a desire to continue renewing their subsidies that allow for the provision of affordable housing. A program addressing affordable housing at risk of conversion to market rate was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element and combined a second existing program related to atrisk housing. 2018 Housing Element Program 7.

Housing Maintenance and
Conservation
The City of Cudahy has an ongoing
program for the maintenance and
conservation of the existing housing
stock to maintain older units as
affordable housing options and to
rehabilate properties to ensure that
living conditions are safe and decent.

Annually from 2021-2029
By maintaining the existing housing stock and preventing the creation of substandard housing, the City improves the living environment for present residents. Implementation measures for housing maintenance and conservation are discussed below. Approximately 3 housing units are anticipated to benefit from the City's rehabilitation programs annually. This program is managed by the Community Development Director. 2018 Housing Element Program 8. In 2024, one project was completed for Single Family Rehabiliation. The City received only one complete application in 2024 which was eligible to receive funding, and this is the applicant whose project was funded.

Hotel and Motel Resources
The City shall preserve hotels and
motels as an emergency housing
resource and strictly enforce
ordinances regarding property
maintenance and fire and safety
standards to safeguard the public
health, safety, and welfare of tenants.
2021-2029
Code enforcement efforts on hotels and motels in the City have led to the upgrading and renovation of two local motels. The City does not allow SRO hotels to be used as permanent housing but will encourage their use as emergency and transitional and continuously works with hotel managers on making rooms available for emergency/transitional housing and makes community service agencies in the area aware of the facilities. The City also refers persons in need to these facilities. Vouchers shall be solicited from the hotel, local businesses, charitable agencies, and other organizations/individuals to provide short-term stays at the hotels. The 160 rooms available in local hotels are adequate to serve the temporary housing needs of homeless individuals in the area.

Development Standards to
Allow Uses
The City will continue to amend the
Zoning Code City to allow the
development, maintenance,
and improvement of Emergency
Shelters, Transitional Housing, and
Supportive Housing to
address constraints and facilitate the
development of low-income housing
throughout the City.
2024
The Planning Division is processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June 2024.

Included in the Code Updates are amendments related to Emergency Shelters, Transitional Housing, and Supportive Housing.

Emergency, Transitional,
and Supportive Housing
The City will continue to monitor the
inventory of sites appropriate to
accommodate transitional
housing and supportive housing and
will work with the appropriate
organizations to ensure the
needs of homeless and extremely lowincome residents are met.

Ongoing
The City will continue to monitor the inventory of sites appropriate to accommodate transitional housing an supportive housing and will work with the appropriate organizations to ensure the needs of homeless and extremely lowincome residents are met. This program was renamed and updated to also address emgercny shelters. 2018 Housing Element Prgram 11.

Neighborhood
Preservation
The City will continue to improve public
services and infrastructure,
and establish objective design
standards to assist the City’s
development review processes in
maintaining and creating safe, attractive,
healthy neighborhoods.

By 2025
Code enforcement activities are an important part of the City’s neighborhood preservation programs. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 12.

Code Enforcement
The City shall continue code
enforcement of nuisances such as
inoperable vehicles, property
maintenance, substandard units, and
illegal garage conversions.

Ongoing (monitored
annually)
Since the 2018 updated Housing Element, the City has increased staffing of the Community Preservation Division and is better able to monitor the City for code violations. Part-time preservation officers have been hired to enforce the code after the regular working hours of City Hall.

Infrastructure Availability
The City shall:
• Establish a permit tracking program
• Construct at least one mile of bicycle
lanes connecting to a
future Metro station
• Establish specific procedures for water
and sewer connections
• Tract 180 Mutual Water Company to
upsize water lines
• 2025
• 2027
• 2025
• 2025
The City secured a Transit Oriented Development Strategic Implementation Program (TOD SIP) Grant from Metro to study two new metro stations proposed adjacent to the City. This funding will enable the City to create a Implementation Plan which will include plans for transportation improvements such as bike lanes. This plan is expected to go to City Council in early 2025.

Public Participation The City encourages community
participation in all City programs.

Ongoing (monitored
annually)
Public participation is a priority for the City. This program was combined with the Bilingual program in the 2018 updated Housing Element, as access for Spanish speakers in Cudahy is crucial to obtaining full participation. 2018 Housing Element Program 14. Translation services are made available at public meetings and workshops, both in-person and for those who join over Zoom, to provide Spanish translation services. City posts information on meetings and community events in both english and spanish across social media platforms.

Newspaper notices for public meetings are in both English and Spanish.

Fair Housing
The City promotes the use of the Fair
Housing Council of Long Beach through
the City newsletter and local papers, and
informs all city employees of the
available services for referral.

Annual
The City refers fair housing complaints to the Housing Rights Center and advertises fair housing services and information through the City newsletter and local papers, and informs all city employees of the available services for referral.

The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element and combined with the Equal Access Program, Program 15.

Food Distribution The City shall continue the hot meals and food distribution programs Ongoing
The City continues to conduct hot meals and food distribution on the 4th Thursday of every month. The program is important to the City and is a valuable resource for residents. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 16.

Homeless Assistance
The City shall continue to provide funds
for the Human Services Association to
serve the homeless and other special
needs groups in the community.

Ongoing
Due to lack of funding, the City has not been able to provide funds to the Human Services Association. It does maintain a list of local social services to use as referral sources for residents in need and refers homeless individuals to local and regional homeless resources. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 17.

Disability Access
The City currently requires new
development to comply with State
standards for handicapped access.

Ongoing The program is ongoing and was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 18.

Senior Program Resources
The Senior’s Center on Clara Park
serves as an information center for
senior programs and resources.

Ongoing
The City continue to provide information flyers and resources at Clara Park. The program is ongoing and was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 19.

Persons with Special
Needs
The City shall seek State and Federal
monies, as funding becomes available,
in support of housing construction and
rehabilitation targeted for persons with
disabilities.
2024/2025
The City shall provide regulatory incentives, such as expedited permit processing and fee waivers and deferrals, to projects targeted for persons with disabilities, including persons with developmental disabilities. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program

20. Consistency with General
Plan
The City shall conduct an integral review
as part of its upcoming General Plan
amendment process and
implementation to achieve consistency
with other general plan elements,
policies, programs, and community
goals.

Ongoing (monitored
annually)
The 2040 General Plan and the Housing Element update were both adopted by the City on March 20, 2018. Adoption included internal consistency with all other Elements, including the two new elements Air Quality and Economic Development. 2018 Housing Element Program 21.

Housing Conditions
Survey
The City shall complete an annual
Housing Conditions Survey to identify
the number of units in need of
rehabilitation and replacement.

Annually (beginning in
2023)
The City is actively monitoring funding sources to complete the Housing Conditions Survey. Following the completion of the survey, the City will review its current programs related to housing conservation, such as Program 8 (Housing Maintenance and Conservation) and Program 13 (Code Enforcement) and make any needed
changes.

Low Barrier Navigation
Centers
The City shall review the City’s mixed
use and non-residential zones that
permit multifamily residential uses and
amend the permitted uses sections of
the appropriate zone districts to include
low barrier navigation centers, in
compliance with statutory requirements.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June 2024.

Included in the Code Updates are amendments related to Low Barrier Navigation Centers.

Single Room Occupancy
Units
The City will review and amend the
Zoning Code to include single room
occupancy units in the appropriate
zones, in compliance with statutory
requirements.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June 2024.

Included in the Code Updates are amendments related to Single Room Occupancy Units.

State Density Bonus Law
The City shall review the City’s density
bonus standards and amend the Zoning
Code as necessary to comply with State
Density Bonus Law.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June 2024.

Included in the Code Updates are amendments related to Density Bonus Law.

The City is committed to implementing Density Bonus Law as may be amended from time to time.

Zoning Code Review
The City shall make several changes to
the City’s zoning code, relating to
complying with State law, updating
development standards, and
streamlining the City’s permit
processes.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June 2024. During this update, the City most notably removed the requirement for a Development Agreement for new residential development, expanded off-street parking methods to include covered and uncovered spaces, eliminated the 15 du/acre limit on sites less than half an acre, amending the open space requirements to include fire turnaround area, reduced private open space requirements by 100 sq. ft., reduced guest parking requirements, removed CUP requirements for multifamily in low-density residential zones and increased the number of units that trigger Planning Commission review from 3 units to 5.

Implementation of the
Inclusionary Housing
Program
The City shall monitor the effect of the
Ordinance on housing production and
report progress in the General Plan
Implementation
Report.

Ongoing (monitored
annually)
The Inclusionary Housing Ordinance was adopted in 2022. No housing developments were entitled in 2024. As housing developments are entitled under the IHO and developed, the City will monitor the effect of this ordinance on housing production and report progress in the annual general plan implementation report and commits to revising the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (including in-lieu fees) if any constraints or barriers are identified.

Environmental
Enhancements
The City shall continue to implement its
current standards which protect
environmental quality in the City and
address the AFFH identified fair housing
issue of high pollution burdens and
exposure to environmental
contaminants.

Ongoing/2026 for Zoning
Code amendment
The City continues to enforce its ban on trucking facilities which create air quality and noise concerns, and continues to require tree planting with all new development. When new development is proposed on City land, the City will also continue to provide land write-downs where possible to assist in the cleanup of contaminated sites. The City has recently done this for a Successor Agency owned site on the corner of Atlantic Boulevard and Patata Street. This Program will implement the General Plan’s Program 35 (Sensitive Receptor Siting Protection), which was adopted in March 2018.

Rent Control Ad Hoc
Committee
The Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee
studied instituting a rent stabilization
ordinance, rental registry, rent control
board, just cause evictions and antiharassment ordinance, and displacement/relocation protections for
renters in the City of Cudahy.
2023
As of July 2023, a Rent Stabilization Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance has been in effect and the City's Housing Division oversees the enforcement of the RSO and TPO.

First Time Homebuyers
The City will identify and implement
strategies to increase Cudahy renters’
access to homeownership opportunities
in the City.

Annually
The City shall continue to partner with nonprofits that administer first time homebuyer funding and training sessions. As inclusionary housing in-lieu fees are collected and begin to generate significant income, the City will examine using these in-lieu fees to support homeownership through down payment assistance or development of covenanted affordable homeownership projects.

Economic Development
Strategic Plan and TransitOriented Development
The City will initiate preparation of an
Economic Development Strategic Plan
by the end of 2023.
2023/2025
The Economic Development Strategic Plan was adopted on September 5, 2023.

Adoption of the Economic Development Strategic Plan will clearly communicate to investors and developers that the City is proactively facilitating Cudahy’s evolution from a bedroom community to a fullservice community with dedicated Community Development Department resources.

Surplus Land Act
Compliance
During the 6th Cycle period, the City will
adjudicate the disposition of publiclyowned parcels in the Sites Inventory in a manner consistent with the Surplus
Land Act.
2024 to choose developer
2026 to entitle project
The City will cooperate with the County to adjudicate the disposition of the City-owned and County-owned parcels on the southeastern corner of Santa Ana Street and Atlantic Avenue in the Sites Inventory in a manner consistent with the Surplus Land Act to develop 22 lower income units in addition to above moderate income units. The development of lower income units along Atlantic Avenue will connect lower income residents to the City’s commercial job center along with plentiful commercial amenities.

Promote Lot Consolidation
of Site 25
Site 25 of the Sites Inventory consists of
seven publicly owned parcels, four of
which are owned by the City of Cudahy
and three of which are owned by Los
Angeles County. The City will adjudicate
the disposition of Site 25 in a manner
consistent with the Surplus Land Act.

Monthly for 2023-2024
The City will meet with County leadership until the County and City reach an agreement to dispose of Site 25, with plans to develop at least 88 housing units on site, of which 22 will be lower-income units. Should this amount of housing prove not to be feasible, the City shall identify an alternative publicly-owned site to develop the units within six months.

Open Space Development
The City shall make commitments to
develop new open spaces within the
City, specifically targeting areas of high
need and high park need.
2026/2029
Through Program 35 (Open Space Development), during the sixth cycle the City will encourage new developments within the Entertainment Zone to provide public open space for the benefit of Cudahy’s residents. The City shall also develop two new open spaces in Cudahy in the area of highest need within the sixth cycle by the end of the sixth cycle. The City shall also create cul-desacs at Olive and Elizabeth Streets at their intersections with Salt Lake Avenue to eliminate use of these residential streets as shortcuts to bypass arterials by the end of 2026. These goals are not yet complete and are in process. In 2024, the City led a grant initiative study to explore and inventory vacant, underutilized lots, identifying potential opportunity sites for new park land.

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Planning 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029 Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Very Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income
Above Moderate
Income
Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Units Constructed as Part of Agreement
Commercial Development Bonus Approved pursuant to GC Section 65915.7 Table E
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Project Identifier
1 2
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Annual Progress Report January 2020

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2024
(
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
The description should adequately document
how each unit complies with subsection (c) of
Government Code Section 65583.1+.

For detailed reporting requirements, see the
chcklist here:

Extremely LowIncome+Very LowIncome+ Low-Income+ TOTAL UNITS+Extremely LowIncome+Very LowIncome+ Low-Income+TOTAL UNITS+
https://www.hcd.ca.gov/communitydevelopment/docs/adequate-sites-checklist.pdf Rehabilitation Activity
1 1
7731 Otis Avenue
Remove the existing garage door and replace with a
new one, demolish the closed inside garage, remove
and dispose of all existing roof coverage layers, install kitchen railing exit, new kitchen cabinets, new
countertop, replace the kitchen sink, installation of
new garbage disposal and remove existing exhaust
fan and replacement.

Preservation of Units At-Risk
Acquisition of Units
Mobilehome Park Preservation
Total Units by Income 1 1
Table F
Please note this table is optional: The jurisdiction can use this table to report units that have been substantially rehabilitated, converted from non-affordable to affordable by acquisition, and preserved, including mobilehome park preservation, consistent with the standards set forth in Government Code section 65583.1, subdivision (c). Please note, motel, hotel, hostel rooms or other structures that are converted from non-residential to residential units pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c)(1)(D) are considered net-new housing units and must be reported in Table A2 and not reported in Table F.

Activity Type
Units that Do Not Count Towards RHNA+
Listed for Informational Purposes Only
Units that Count Towards RHNA +
Note - Because the statutory requirements severely limit what can be counted, please contact HCD at [email protected] and we will unlock the form which enable you to populate these fields.

Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c) Annual Progress Report January 2020

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Note: "+" indicates an
optional field
Reporting
Period 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning
Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Notes
2 3 6
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(2 to 4,5+)
Tenure
R=Renter
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total Moderate Income
Units Converted from
Above Moderate
Date
Converted Notes
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Table F2
Above Moderate Income Units Converted to Moderate Income Pursuant to Government Code section 65400.2 For up to 25 percent of a jurisdiction’s moderate-income regional housing need allocation, the planning agency may include the number of units in an existing multifamily building that were converted to deed-restricted rental housing for moderate-income households by the imposition of affordability covenants and restrictions for the unit. Before adding information to this table, please ensure housing developments meet the requirements described in Government Code 65400.2(b). 5 Project Identifier Unit Types
1 4
Affordability by Household Incomes After Conversion Units credited toward Moderate Income RHNA

Jurisdiction Cudahy
Reporting
Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029 ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation
2 3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Realistic
Capacity
Identified in the
Housing
Element
Entity to whom the site
transferred Intended Use for Site
1 Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Table G
Locally Owned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventory that have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Project Identifier
NOTE: This table must only be filled out if the housing element sites inventory contains a site which is or was owned by the reporting jurisdiction, and has been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of during the reporting

Jurisdiction Cudahy Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting
Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
Designation Size Notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
APN Street Address/Intersection Existing Use Number of
Units
Surplus
Designation
Parcel Size (in
acres) Notes
6224-001-014 Elizabeth Street Vacant Surplus Land 1.85
Previously there were 2 units, one on either parcel.

These were recently demolished.

Additional APN: 6224-001-015
6224-018-008 Atlantic Avenue/ Santa Ana Street Vacant Surplus Land 1.01 These properties are within the Entertainment (E)
zone, which is a mixed-use land designation. Four
of the five parcels are vacant. The last parcel
contains a tire shop.

Additional APN(s): 6224-018-068, 069 ,070, 071.
6224-022-001 Atlantic Avenue/ Cecilia Street Industrial Surplus Land 2.5 These properties are within the Entertainment (E)
zone, which is a mixed-use land designation. The
City recently received permission from HCD to
dispose of the surplus land, but the disposition has
not yet happened. The parcels are developed with
older industrial buildings.

Additional APN(s): 6224-022-002, 003, 004, and
012.
6224-034-014 Atlantic Avenue/Patata Street Industrial Surplus Land 2.1 These properties are within the Entertainment (E)
zone, which is a mixed-use land designation. There
is one indusrtial building at this site.

Additional APN(s): 6224-034-032, 040, 041.
6226-022-002 Atlantic Avenue/Clara Street Commercial Surplus Land 1.66 These properties are within the Commercial MixedUse (CMU) zone. There are parcels with residential units, but none are occupied. A commercial strip
center and a motel also occupy two of the eight
parcels, but the rest are vacant.

Additional APN(s): 6226-022-008, 019 ,020 ,021
,022 ,023 ,024
NOTE: This table must contain an invenory of
ALL surplus/excess lands the reporting
jurisdiction owns
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Parcel Identifier

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Table H
Locally Owned Surplus Sites
For Los Angeles County jurisdictions, please format the APN's as follows:9999-999-999

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting
Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning
Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Project Type Date
2 3
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Unit Category
(SH - Student Housing) Date
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note:

Cells in gre
Table J
Student housing development for lower income students for which was granted a density bonus pursuant to subparagraph (F) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Sec Project Identifier Units (Beds/Student Capacity) Approved 1 4
NOTE: STUDENT HOUSING WITH DENSITY BONUS
ONLY. This table only needs to be completed if there
were student housing projects WITH a density bonus
approved pursuant to Government Code65915(b)(1)(F)
Annual Progress Report January 2020

Jurisdiction Cudahy ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Period 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
No Does the Jurisdiction have a local tenant preference policy? If the jurisdiction has a local tenant preference policy, provide a link to the jurisdiction's webpage containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials.

Notes
Table K
Tenant Preference Policy
Local governments are required to inform HCD about any local tenant preference ordinance the local government maintains when the jurisdiction submits their annual progress report on housing approvals and production, per Government Code 7061 (SB 649, 2022, Cortese). Effective January 1, 2023, local governments adopting a tenant preference are required to create a webpage on their internet website containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials, no more than 90 days after the ordinance becomes operational.

Jurisdiction Cudahy
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Total Award Amount Total award amount is auto-populated based on amounts entered in rows 15-26.

Task $ Amount Awarded $ Cumulative Reimbursement Requested Other Funding Notes
Summary of entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy (auto-populated from Table A2) Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
0 0
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
33 33
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
4 4
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Completed Entitlement Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Total Units
Certificate of Occupancy Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Reporting
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Please update the status of the proposed uses listed in the entity’s application for funding and the corresponding impact on housing within the region or jurisdiction, as applicable, categorized based on the eligible uses specified in Section 50515.02 or 50515.03, as applicable. $ -
Task Status

1 APPENDIX C

CITY OF CUDAHY
2024 GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION STATUS UPDATE
This Appendix summarizes the Goals, Policies, and Implementation Programs of the 2040 General Plan The City Council adopted the 2040 General Plan on March 20, 2018, and Implementation began soon thereafter

LAND USE ELEMENT
Goals Policies
Goal LUE-1: Complete, integrated, and defined neighborhoods, corridors, and districts. Policies 1.1 through 1.10 Goal LUE-2: Mobility and parking systems that interact with land use patterns. Policies 2.1 through 2.4 Goal LUE-3: Aesthetically pleasing distinctive, and inclusive urban design. Policies 3.1 through 3.15 Goal LUE-4: Land uses and spaces that encourage community cohesion and interaction. Policies 4.1 through 4.6 Goal LUE-5: Accommodate different family sizes and income levels through a variety of different types and scales of housing.

Policies 5.1 through 5.8
Goal LUE-6: Enhanced character in neighborhoods. Policies 6.1 through 6.7 Goal LUE-7: A modernized and adaptable industrial center prepared to react quickly to technological evolution.

Policies 7.1 through 7.6
Goal LUE-8: Land use strategies that facilitate economic empowerment through business development and homeownership opportunities.

Policies 8.1 through 8.3
Goal LUE-9: A build environment that promotes physical activity and healthy lifestyles. Policies 9.1 through 9.4 Goal LUE-10: Environmental sustainability practices incorporated into Cudahy’s physical development. Policies 10.1 through 10.5 Implementation Programs Status

1. Amended Development Code and Zoning Map Completed/Ongoing

2. Development Incentives and Community Benefits Program Completed/Ongoing

3. Plan Review and Permitting Process Ongoing

4. Accessory Dwelling Unit Law Compliance Completed

5. Development Standards and Guidelines Ongoing/Pending

6. Public Art Ordinance Ongoing/Pending

7. Code Enforcement Ongoing

8. Development Tracking Program Ongoing

14. Green Building Program Ongoing/Pending

15. Multi-family Homeownership Opportunity Ongoing/Pending

19. Community Health Assessment Pending

22. Civic Center Relocation and Repurpose Pending

23. Gateway Signage and Wayfinding Program Pending

28. Service Provider Coordination Ongoing

30. Community Health Manager Pending

31. Community Development Corporation Pending

32. Corner Store Conversion and Mobile Produce Market Program Pending

33. Inter-Agency Consultation Ongoing

35. Sensitive Receptor Siting Protection Pending

CIRCULATION ELEMENT
Attachment D

2 Goals Policies
Goal CE-1: An efficient, convenient, and safe transportation system. Policies 1.1 through 1.8 Goal CE-2: Improved mobility and safety through roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian facilities enhancements and increased public transit connectivity.

Policies 2.1 through 2.5
Goal CE-3: Comprehensive multi-modal transportation routes and facilities that are highly used Policies 3.1 through 3.7 Goal CE-4: Efficient, safe, and convenient parking facilities throughout areas of the City Policies 4.1 through 4.9 Implementation Programs Status

10. Roadway Monitoring Pending

16. Streetscape Plan Pending

17. Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Completed/Ongoing

18. Transportation Demand Management Pending

24. Complete Streets Ongoing

25. Pedestrian and Transit Facilities Ongoing

26. Infrastructure Best Practices Ongoing/Pending

27. Otis Park Pocket Park, Cul-de-Sac, and River Road Greenway Retrofits Ongoing

34. City New Technologies Ongoing/Pending

OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENT
Goals Policies
Goal OSCE-1: A sustainable urban environment protects valuable natural resources (water, air, and soil) and limits waste production.

Policies 1.1 through 1.17
Goal OSCE-2: An increase of trails, parks, recreation, and other open space. Policies 2.1 through 2.12 Goal OSCE-3: Recreation facilities design and programming that provide a range of opportunities and evolve to meet the needs of changing demographics and public interests.

Policies 3.1 through 3.5
Goal OSCE-4: Safe and efficient infrastructure systems (sewer, water, storm drain) that are maintained to sustainably grow with the community.

Policies 4.1 through 4.5
Implementation Programs Status

21. Water Conservation and Parks Long-Range Plan Ongoing

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT
Goals Policies
Goal ED-1: A diverse and healthy economy. Policies 1.1 through 1.11 Goal ED-2: A thriving business climate attracting and retaining new businesses of diverse types and sizes.

Policies 2.1 through 2.5
Goal ED-3: A skilled and adaptable local workforce. Policies 3.1 through 3.13 Goal ED-4: A partner for public and private development that aligns with the community vision. Policies 4.1 through 4.4 Goal ED-5: Maintain the City’s fiscal health. Policies 5.1 through 5.7 Goal ED-6: A City that values and uplifts the economic potential of its vulnerable populations. Policies 6.1 through 6.3 Implementation Programs Status

36. Business Improvement Districts Pending

37. Chamber of Commerce Ongoing/Pending

38. Ongoing Community Education and Engagement Ongoing

40. Small Business Development Support Ongoing/Pending

SAFETY ELEMENT
Goals Policies
Goal SE-1: A community engaged with law enforcement to promote mutual respect and active collaboration in improving public safety.

Policies 1.1 through 1.5
Goal SE-2: Enhanced resources for public safety. Policies 2.1 through 2.6

3 Goal SE-3: A safe environment that enhances community safety through environmental design techniques.

Policies 3.1 through 3.7
Goal SE-4: A prepared and resilient Cudahy. Policies 4.1 through 4.6 Goal SE-5: An environment that is reasonably safe from hazards. Policies 5.1 through 5.5 Implementation Programs Status

9. Parking Districts and Regulations Ongoing

11. Scope of Services with Los Angeles County Public Safety Ongoing

AIR QUALITY ELEMENT
Goals Policies
Goal AQE-1: Protection of sensitive receptors. Policies 1.1 through 1.5 Goal AQE-2: Reduced volume of pollutants generated by motorized vehicles. Policies 2.1 through 2.7 Goal AQE-3: Energy efficiency and conservation practices reducing air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

Policies 3.1 through 3.8
Goal AQE-4: Reduce volume of waste entering regional landfills. Policies 4.1 through 4.3 Goal AQE-5: Support efforts to reduce the negative impacts of pollution on air quality and public health. Policies 5.1 through 5.4 Implementation Programs Status

20. Climate Action Plan Pending

29. Green House Gas Emissions Reduction Targets Pending

NOISE ELEMENT
Goals Policies
Goal NE-1: Protect noise-sensitive uses. Policies 1.1 through 1.4 Goal NE-2: Clear and enforced noise regulations. Policies 2.1 through 2.6 Implementation Programs Status

12. Noise Ordinance Ongoing, Pending

13. Noise Complaint Monitoring System Pending

HOUSING ELEMENT
Goals Policies
Goal 1: The City of Cudahy will improve the housing supply and the choice of housing opportunities through private investment and, where necessary, through public action and financing.

Policies 1.1 through 1.8
Goal 2: The City of Cudahy will promote affordable housing and shelter for all economic segments of the community.

Policies 2.1 through 2.8
Goal 3: The City of Cudahy will support and provide incentives for the maintenance and rehabilitation of the existing housing stock.

Policies 3.1 through 3.10
Goal 4: The City of Cudahy will encourage development of a viable urban community consistent with orderly growth and environmental conservation to provide suitable living environments, with access to employment, community facilities, and services.

Policies 4.1 through 4.8
Goal 5: The City of Cudahy will promote equal access and opportunity to housing regardless of race, religion, sex, marital status, ancestry, national origin, or color.

Policies 5.1 through 5.8
Implementation Programs Status
Note: The Housing Element was prepared as a separate Element from the 2040 General Plan; therefore, the summary of implementation programs and “status” are provided in an alternative format, than what has been provided for the other Elements. Please see below:

4 Program Description
(By Housing Element Program
Names)
Housing Programs Progress Report - Government Code Section 65583.

Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Name of Program Objective Timeframe
in H.E. Status of Program Implementation
Adequate Sites
To ensure compliance with state law, the
City will not reduce, or require, or permit
the reduction of, the residential density
for any parcel to, or allow development of
any parcel at, a lower residential density,
than projected for sites identified in the
Housing Element sites inventory unless
the jurisdiction makes written findings
that the reduction is consistent with the
General Plan, and that the remaining
sites identified in the Housing Element
are adequate to accommodate the
jurisdiction’s need.

Each fiscal
year through
2029
The City evaluates residential development proposals for consistency with statutory requirements, and the City’s General Plan goals and policies; as they relate to the housing needs of the community. Projects proposed at sites included in the sites inventory are evaluated for consistency with the projected density noted in the Housing Element.

Housing Information
To encourage the development of highquality housing on vacant and underutilized lots.

Ongoing
The updated Housing Element was adopted by the City in
March 2018 and included a detailed land inventory. The
Housing information campaign was initiated through the
development of an economic development informational flyer. 2018 Housing Element Program 1 Adequate Sites and
Program 2 Housing information.

Accessory Dwelling Units
To update the ADU requirements within
the Zoning Code and update the
Ordinance for compliance with state law.

ADU production will increase affordable
housing options for Cudahy residents.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on
February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June
2024. Included in the Code Updates were changes to the ADU requirements within the Zoning Code to bring them into
compliance with state law.

5 Replacement Housing
To update the City's Municipal Code to
specify replacement housing
requirements on nonvacant sites.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on
February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June
2024. Included in the Code Updates are to add a new part, Part 19. (Replacement Housing) under Chapter 20.52
(Standards for Specific Land Uses and Activities) to
implement this Housing Element Program.

Affordable Housing Incentives
The City shall provide developers with
incentives and shorten the permit
process for low-income and senior citizen
housing projects. By expediting the
review process, developers also save
money and housing costs can be
reduced.

Annually
An updated and expanded version of the program was
included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. The new
program includes an action item to develop development
incentives and a community benefits permitting procedure that incentivizes benefits and desired public amenities provided by private development, which include, but are not limited to, low Income and/or affordable housing. 2018 Housing Element
Program 5.

CDBG Information Program
The City shall continue housing
programs on housing development,
infrastructure, rehabilitation and job
development, as allowed by the CDBG
program.

Ongoing
Since 2014, the City has used CDBG funds for Code
Enforcement, Single-unit Housing Rehabilitation Program, Business Assistance Program, Senior Activities Program, Food Distribution Program, and two construction projects at Clara Park and Cudahy Park.

CDBG funding is an important resource for the City and the programs identified will continue. This program was included in the 2018 adopted Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 6.

At-Risk Housing Preservation
The City shall take the lead to coordinate
housing efforts for the preservation of
subsidized housing projects.

Ongoing
Subsidized housing units in Cudahy are owned by non-profit affordable housing developers that have expressed a desire to continue renewing their subsidies that allow for the provision of affordable housing. A program addressing
affordable housing at risk of conversion to market rate was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element and combined a second existing program related to at-risk housing. 2018 Housing Element Program 7.

6 Housing Maintenance and
Conservation
The City of Cudahy has an ongoing
program for the maintenance and
conservation of the existing housing
stock to maintain older units as
affordable housing options and to
rehabilitate properties to ensure that
living conditions are safe and decent.

Annually from
2021-2029
By maintaining the existing housing stock and preventing the creation of substandard housing, the City improves the living environment for present residents. Implementation measures for housing maintenance and conservation are discussed
below. Approximately 3 housing units are anticipated to benefit from the City's rehabilitation programs annually. This program is managed by the Community Development
Director. 2018 Housing Element Program 8. In 2024, one
project was completed for Single Family Rehabilitation. The City received only one complete application in 2024 which was eligible to receive funding, and this is the applicant whose project was funded.

Hotel and Motel Resources
The City shall preserve hotels and motels
as an emergency housing resource and
strictly enforce
ordinances regarding property
maintenance and fire and safety
standards to safeguard the public
health, safety, and welfare of tenants.
2021-2029
Code enforcement efforts on hotels and motels in the City have led to the upgrading and renovation of two local motels.

The City does not allow SRO hotels to be used as permanent housing but will encourage their use as emergency and
transitional and continuously works with hotel managers on making rooms available for emergency/transitional housing and makes community service agencies in the area aware of the facilities. The City also refers persons in need to these facilities. Vouchers shall be solicited from the hotel, local businesses, charitable agencies, and other
organizations/individuals to provide short-term stays at the hotels. The 160 rooms available in local hotels are adequate to serve the temporary housing needs of homeless individuals in the area.

Development Standards to Allow
Uses
The City will continue to amend the
Zoning Code City to allow the
development, maintenance, and
improvement of Emergency Shelters,
Transitional Housing, and Supportive
Housing to address constraints and
facilitate the development of low-income
housing throughout the City.
2024
The Planning Division is processing Zoning Code
Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the
City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and
completed June 2024. Included in the Code Updates are
amendments related to Emergency Shelters, Transitional
Housing, and Supportive Housing.

Emergency, Transitional, and
Supportive Housing
The City will continue to monitor the
inventory of sites appropriate to
accommodate transitional housing and
supportive housing and will work with the
appropriate organizations to ensure the
Ongoing
The City will continue to monitor the inventory of sites appropriate to accommodate transitional housing an
supportive housing and will work with the appropriate
organizations to ensure the needs of homeless and extremely low-income residents are met. This program was renamed

7 needs of homeless and extremely lowincome residents are met.and updated to also address emergency shelters. 2018 Housing Element Program 11.

Neighborhood Preservation
The City will continue to improve public
services and infrastructure,
and establish objective design standards
to assist the City’s development review
processes in maintaining and creating
safe, attractive, healthy neighborhoods.

By 2025
Code enforcement activities are an important part of the City’s neighborhood preservation programs. The program was
included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 12. In 2024, the City adopted the Zoning Code to include architectural design, form, and material standards for new residential development.

Code Enforcement
The City shall continue code
enforcement of nuisances such as
inoperable vehicles, property
maintenance, substandard units, and
illegal garage conversions.

Ongoing
(monitored
annually)
Since the 2018 updated Housing Element, the City has
increased staffing of the Community Preservation Division and is better able to monitor the City for code violations. Parttime preservation officers have been hired to enforce the code after the regular working hours of City Hall.

Infrastructure Availability
The City shall:
• Establish a permit tracking program
• Construct at least one mile of bicycle
lanes connecting to a
future Metro station
• Establish specific procedures for water
and sewer connections
• Tract 180 Mutual Water Company to
upsize water lines
• 2025
• 2027
• 2025
• 2025
The City secured a Transit Oriented Development Strategic Implementation Program (TOD SIP) Grant from Metro to study two new metro stations proposed adjacent to the City. This funding will enable the City to create a Implementation Plan which will include plans for transportation improvements such as bike lanes. This plan is expected to be completed in early 2025.

8 Public Participation The City encourages community
participation in all City programs.

Ongoing
(monitored
annually)
Public participation is a priority for the City. This program was combined with the Bilingual program in the 2018 updated Housing Element, as access for Spanish speakers in Cudahy is crucial to obtaining full participation. 2018 Housing Element Program 14. Translation services are made available at public meetings and workshops, both in-person and for those who join over Zoom, to provide Spanish translation services. City posts information on meetings and community events in both English and Spanish across social media platforms.

Newspaper notices for public meetings are in both English and Spanish.

Fair Housing
The City promotes the use of the Fair
Housing Council of Long Beach through
the City newsletter and local papers, and
informs all city employees of the
available services for referral.

Annual
The City refers fair housing complaints to the Housing Rights Center and advertises fair housing services and information through the City newsletter and local papers, and informs all city employees of the available services for referral. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element and combined with the Equal Access Program, Program 15.

Food Distribution The City shall continue the hot meals and food distribution programs.

Ongoing
The City continues to conduct hot meals and food distribution on the 4th Thursday of every month. The program is important to the City and is a valuable resource for residents. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 16.

Homeless Assistance
The City shall continue to provide funds
for the Human Services Association to
serve the homeless and other special
needs groups in the community.

Ongoing
Due to lack of funding, the City has not been able to provide funds to the Human Services Association. It does maintain a list of local social services to use as referral sources for residents in need and refers homeless individuals to local and regional homeless resources. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element
Program 17.

9 Disability Access
The City currently requires new
development to comply with State
standards for handicapped access.

Ongoing The program is ongoing and was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 18.

Senior Program Resources
The Senior’s Center on Clara Park
serves as an information center for senior
programs and resources.

Ongoing
The City continues to provide information flyers and resources at Clara Park. The program is ongoing and was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element
Program 19.

Persons with Special Needs
The City shall seek State and Federal
monies, as funding becomes available, in
support of housing construction and
rehabilitation targeted for persons with
disabilities.
2024/2025
The City shall provide regulatory incentives, such as
expedited permit processing and fee waivers and deferrals, to projects targeted for persons with disabilities, including persons with developmental disabilities. The program was included in the 2018 updated Housing Element. 2018 Housing Element Program 20.

Consistency with General Plan
The City shall conduct an integral review
as part of its upcoming General Plan
amendment process and implementation
to achieve consistency with other general
plan elements, policies, programs, and
community goals.

Ongoing
(monitored
annually)
The 2040 General Plan and the Housing Element update were both adopted by the City on March 20, 2018. Adoption
included internal consistency with all other Elements,
including the two new elements Air Quality and Economic Development. 2018 Housing Element Program 21.

Housing Conditions Survey
The City shall complete an annual
Housing Conditions Survey to identify the
number of units in need of rehabilitation
and replacement.

Annually
The City is actively monitoring funding sources to complete the Housing Conditions Survey. Following the completion of the survey, the City will review its current programs related to housing conservation, such as Program 8 (Housing
Maintenance and Conservation) and Program 13 (Code
Enforcement) and make any needed
changes.

10 Low Barrier Navigation Centers
The City shall review the City’s mixed use
and non-residential zones that permit
multifamily residential uses and amend
the permitted uses sections of the
appropriate zone districts to include low
barrier navigation centers, in compliance
with statutory requirements.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on
February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June
2024. Included in the Code Updates are amendments related to Low Barrier Navigation Centers.

Single Room Occupancy Units
The City will review and amend the
Zoning Code to include single room
occupancy units in the appropriate
zones, in compliance with statutory
requirements.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on
February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June
2024. Included in the Code Updates are amendments related to Single Room Occupancy Units.

State Density Bonus Law
The City shall review the City’s density
bonus standards and amend the Zoning
Code as necessary to comply with State
Density Bonus Law.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on
February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June
2024. Included in the Code Updates are amendments related to Density Bonus Law. The City is committed to implementing Density Bonus Law as may be amended from time to time.

Zoning Code Review
The City shall make several changes to
the City’s zoning code, relating to
complying with State law, updating
development standards, and
streamlining the City’s permit processes.
2024
The Planning Division processed Zoning Code Amendments, which were recommended for approval to the City Council by the Planning Commission at a special meeting held on
February 26, 2024. The item moved on to City Council and the recommended changes were approved and completed June
2024. During this update, the City most notably removed the requirement for a Development Agreement for new residential development, expanded off-street parking methods to include covered and uncovered spaces, eliminated the 15 du/acre limit on sites less than half an acre, amending the open space requirements to include fire turnaround area, reduced private open space requirements by 100 sq. ft., reduced guest
parking requirements, removed CUP requirements for multifamily in low-density residential zones and increased the number of units that trigger Planning Commission review from 3 units to 5.

11 Implementation of the Inclusionary
Housing Program
The City shall monitor the effect of the
Ordinance on housing production and
report progress in the General Plan
Implementation
Report.

Ongoing
(monitored
annually)
The Inclusionary Housing Ordinance was adopted in 2022. No housing developments were entitled in 2024. As housing
developments are entitled under the IHO and developed, the City will monitor the effect of this ordinance on housing production and report progress in the annual general plan implementation report and commits to revising the
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (including in-lieu fees) if any constraints or barriers are identified.

Environmental Enhancements
The City shall continue to implement its
current standards which protect
environmental quality in the City and
address the AFFH identified fair housing
issue of high pollution burdens and
exposure to environmental
contaminants.

Ongoing/2026
for Zoning
Code
amendment
The City continues to enforce its ban on trucking facilities which create air quality and noise concerns, and continues to require tree planting with all new development. When new development is proposed on City land, the City will also continue to provide land write-downs where possible to assist in the cleanup of contaminated sites. The City has recently done this for a Successor Agency owned site on the corner of Atlantic Boulevard and Patata Street. This Program will implement the General Plan’s Program 35 (Sensitive
Receptor Siting Protection), which was adopted in March 2018.

Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee
The Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee
studied instituting a rent stabilization
ordinance, rental registry, rent control
board, just cause evictions and antiharassment ordinance, and displacement/relocation protections for
renters in the City of Cudahy.
2023
As of July 2023, a Rent Stabilization Ordinance and Tenant Protection Ordinance has been in effect and the City's
Housing Division oversees the enforcement of the RSO and TPO.

First Time Homebuyers
The City will identify and implement
strategies to increase Cudahy renters’
access to homeownership opportunities
in the City.

Annually
The City shall continue to partner with nonprofits that administer first time homebuyer funding and training sessions.

As inclusionary housing in-lieu fees are collected and begin to generate significant income, the City will examine using these in-lieu fees to support homeownership through down payment assistance or development of covenanted affordable
homeownership projects.

12 Economic Development
Strategic Plan and TransitOriented Development
The City will initiate preparation of an
Economic Development Strategic Plan
by the end of 2023.
2023/2025
The Economic Development Strategic Plan was adopted on
September 5, 2023. Adoption of the Economic Development Strategic Plan will clearly communicate to investors and developers that the City is proactively facilitating Cudahy’s evolution from a bedroom community to a full service
community with dedicated Community Development
Department resources.

Surplus Land Act Compliance
During the 6th Cycle period, the City will
adjudicate the disposition of publiclyowned parcels in the Sites Inventory in a manner consistent with the Surplus Land
Act.
2024 to
choose
developer
2026 to entitle
project
The City will cooperate with the County to adjudicate the disposition of City-owned and County-owned parcels on the southeastern corner of Santa Ana Street and Atlantic Avenue in the Sites Inventory in a manner consistent with the Surplus Land Act to develop 22 lower income units in addition to above moderate income units. The development of lower income
units along Atlantic Avenue will connect lower income
residents to the City’s commercial job center along with plentiful commercial amenities.

Promote Lot Consolidation of Site
25 Site 25 of the Sites Inventory consists of
seven publicly owned parcels, four of
which are owned by the City of Cudahy
and three of which are owned by Los
Angeles County. The City will adjudicate
the disposition of Site 25 in a manner
consistent with the Surplus Land Act.

Monthly for
2023-2024
The City will meet with County leadership until the County and City reach an agreement to dispose of Site 25, with plans to develop at least 88 housing units on site, of which 22 will be lower-income units. Should this amount of housing prove not to be feasible, the City shall identify an alternative publiclyowned site to develop the units within six months.

Open Space Development
The City shall make commitments to
develop new open spaces within the City,
specifically targeting areas of high need
and high park need.
2026/2029
Through Program 35 (Open Space Development), during the sixth cycle the City will encourage new developments within the Entertainment Zone to provide public open space for the benefit of Cudahy’s residents. The City shall also develop two new open spaces in Cudahy in the area of highest need within the sixth cycle by the end of the sixth cycle. The City shall also create cul-de-sacs at Olive and Elizabeth Streets at their intersections with Salt Lake Avenue to eliminate use of these residential streets as shortcuts to bypass arterials by the end of 2026. These goals are not yet complete and are in process.

13 In 2024, the City led a grant initiative study to explore and inventory vacant, underutilized lots, identifying potential opportunity sites for new park land.

General Comments:

“Serving The People” "Sirviendo A La Comunidad"
Staff Report
03/18/2025 Page 1 of 2

STAFF REPORT
Date: March 18, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor/Chair and City Council/Agency Members From: Alfonso Noyola, City Manager/Executive Director
By: Juan Arauz, AICP, Community Development Director / Assistant City Manager Subject: Request to submit a joint application to HCD Homekey+ program

RECOMMENDATION
The City Council is requested to adopt Resolution No. 25-12 to submit a joint application in partnership with Prima Development; National Community Renaissance of California; Prima CS GP LLC; NCRC CS CP LLC; and Cudahy Senior Apartments LP (collectively “Co-Applicants”) to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) Homekey+ program, for the 140-unit Cudahy Seniors project located at 5610 Santa Ana Street (“Project Site”); and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary applications and documents.

BACKGROUND
On November 26, 2024, HCD in collaboration with the California Department of Veteran Affairs (CalVet) issued a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Homekey+ program. Homekey+ makes $2.145 billion dollars available statewide for the creation of permanent and affordable supportive housing. HCD released the application for Homekey+ funding last month, and the application submission due date is April 3, 2025 for Homekey+ gap financing projects.

ANALYSIS
The Co-Applicants have already received funding from various sources and continue seeking other funding sources to support the Project. If the attached resolution is approved, the joint Homekey+ application between the City and the Co-Applicants would have a total funding request of up to $10,000,000.

Per Homekey+ requirements, awarded projects receiving a grant funding must complete construction within 24 months of the HCD award notification, not including an additional 2 months from the date of the award which starts the 24 month clock to complete construction.

Item Number
14B

“Serving The People” "Sirviendo A La Comunidad"
Staff Report
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Awarded projects must be at full occupancy within 29 months from the date of the HCD award notification. HCD also reserves the right to extend the complete occupancy deadline by a additional 3 months to 32 months from the date of the HCD award notification for large projects (over 75 units) . Currently, the Project is expected to begin construction by July 2025.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
Approving the attached resolution to allow for the joint application has no financial impacts to the City beyond normal staff time in processing and executing all necessary applications and documents.

ATTACHMENTS
A. Draft City Council Resolution No. 25-12
B. Homekey+ Notice of Funding Availability

1 RESOLUTION NO. 25-12

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CUDAHY, CALIFONIA A

CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, AUTHORIZING JOINT
APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE HOMEKEY+

PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) has issued a Notice of Funding Availability, dated November 26, 2024 (“NOFA”), for the Homekey+ Program (“Homekey+” or “Program”). HCD has issued the NOFA for Homekey+ grant funds pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 50675.1.3 (Assem. Bill No. 140 (2021-2022 Reg. Sess.), § 20.); Health and Safety Code Section 50675.1.5 (Assem. Bill No. 531 (2023-2024 Reg. Sess.); Section 14184.402 of the Welfare and Institutions Code; Section 5891.5 of the Welfare and Institutions Code; and Round 5 and 6 of the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) grant program. (Assem. Bill No. 129 (Chapter 40, Statutes 2023) and Assem. Bill No. 166 (Chapter 48, Statutes 2024), respectively.

WHEREAS, the City of Cudahy, a California Municipal Corporation (“Applicant”) desires to jointly apply for Homekey+ grant funds with Prima Development; National Community Renaissance of California; Prima CS GP LLC; NCRC CS GP LLC; and, Cudahy Senior Apartments LP (collectively, the “Co-Applicants”). Therefore, Applicant is joining Prima Development; National Community Renaissance of California; Prima CS GP LLC; NCRC CS GP LLC; and, Cudahy Senior Apartments LP.in the submittal of an application for Homekey+ funds (“Application”) to HCD for review and consideration.

WHEREAS, HCD is authorized to administer Homekey+ pursuant to the Multifamily Housing Program (Chapter 6.7 (commencing with Section 50675) of Part 2 of Division 31 of the Health and Safety Code. Homekey+ funding allocations are subject to the terms and conditions of the NOFA, the Application, the HCD-approved STD 213, Standard Agreement (“Standard Agreement”), and all other legal requirements of the Homekey+ Program.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CUDAHY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Applicant or Co-Applicants are hereby authorized and directed to submit a joint Application to HCD in response to the NOFA, and to jointly apply for Homekey+ grant funds in a total amount not to exceed $10,000,000.

SECTION 2. If the Application is approved, Applicant or Co-Applicants are hereby authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver a Standard Agreement in a total amount not to exceed $10,000,000, any and all other documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to secure the Homekey+ funds from HCD and to participate in the Homekey+ Program, and all amendments thereto (collectively, Attachment APage 2271 of 2485
2 the “Homekey+ Documents”).

SECTION 3. Applicant or Co-Applicants acknowledges and agrees that it shall be subject to the terms and conditions specified in the Standard Agreement, and that the NOFA and Application will be incorporated in the Standard Agreement by reference and made a part thereof. Any and all activities, expenditures, information, and timelines represented in the Application are enforceable through the Standard Agreement. Funds are to be used for the allowable expenditures and activities identified in the Standard Agreement.

SECTION 4. The City Manager is authorized to execute the Application and the Homekey+ Documents on behalf of Applicant or Co-Applicants for participation in the Homekey+ Program.

SECTION 5. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Cudahy at its regular meeting on this 18th day of March 2025.
__________________________
Elizabeth Alcantar Loza
Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Richard Iglesias
City Clerk

3 CERTIFICATION

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS:

CITY OF CUDAHY )
I, Richard Iglesias, City Clerk of the City of Cudahy, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25-12 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Cudahy, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 18th day of March, 2025, and that said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________
Richard Iglesias
City Clerk

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - BUSINESS, CONSUMER SERVICES AND HOUSING AGENCY GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor November 26, 2024
Amended January 31, 2025
MEMORANDUM FOR: Potential Applicants
FROM: Jennifer Seeger, Deputy Director
Division of State Financial Assistance
SUBJECT: Homekey+ Program
2024 Notice of Funding Availability
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD or Department), in collaboration with the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet), is pleased to announce the availability of approximately $2.145 billion of Homekey+ grant funding through this Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA).

Proposition 1, passed by California voters in March 2024, is a critical step in advancing the state’s goals to reduce homelessness and protect our most vulnerable populations through important changes to the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). Proposition 1 includes the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) and the Behavioral Health Infrastructure Bond Act (BHIBA). Homekey+ is the Permanent Supportive Housing component of the BHIBA.

Homekey+ will support the development of Permanent Supportive Housing for Veterans and individuals with mental health or substance use disorder challenges who are at-risk of or experiencing homelessness. Building on the success of both Roomkey and approximately $3.572 billion awarded over three rounds of Homekey, Homekey+ continues a statewide effort to sustain and rapidly expand Permanent Supportive Housing for persons experiencing homelessness.

Like other programs administered by the State of California that serve people experiencing homelessness, Homekey+ requires the use of Housing First, which is an evidenced-based model that quickly and successfully connects individuals and families experiencing homelessness to permanent housing without preconditions and barriers to entry or continued tenancy, such as sobriety, treatment or service participation requirements. With safe, affordable housing, and supportive services to address Behavioral Health Challenges, California’s most vulnerable residents will have the foundation they need to thrive.

The Homekey+ funding available in this NOFA is to provide Permanent Supportive Housing for individuals or households with an individual who is Homeless, Chronically Homeless, or At Risk of Homeless, and who are also living with a Behavioral Health Challenge. Homekey+ also establishes allocations for Veterans

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DIVISION OF STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
651 Bannon St, Suite 400
Sacramento, CA 95811
www.hcd.ca.gov
Attachment BPage 2274 of 2485
Homekey+ Notice of Funding Availability
November 26, 2024

and for Youth relative to that Target Population. Homekey+ is largely derived from Proposition 1 bond funds established by the BHIBA (AB 531, Chapter 789, Statutes of 2023).

For this NOFA, as detailed in the table below, an estimated $1.033 billion in Proposition 1 bond funds is available for Veteran-serving Projects. Additionally, an estimated $1.11 billion is available for Projects serving the Target Populations, of which $805 million is derived from Proposition 1 and approximately $307 million is available from the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) Homekey+ Supplemental funding, made available in the 2023-24 and 2024-25 state budgets.

Description of Project Type Funds Available
Veteran-serving projects $1.033 billion
All other Target Population Projects $1.11 billion
Homekey+ provides housing to persons with Behavioral Health Challenges. Although Homekey+ largely remains similar to prior Homekey rounds, there are important differences to note. Homekey+ will only fund Permanent Supportive Housing; Interim Housing is no longer an eligible use. Homekey+ Projects are supported by laws that allow for a streamlined, ministerial approval process, provided certain conditions are met. However, it is important to note that these conditions have changed significantly from prior rounds of Homekey, as described in Appendix C. In addition to Appendix C, there are a variety of other development streamlining paths in state law that Applicants may wish to consider, which will be available on the Homekey+ website at the time of application release.

A hallmark of prior rounds of Homekey has been producing housing quickly and costeffectively, mostly through adaptive reuse. HCD will continue to retain and build upon these principles and will offer funding for Permanent Supportive Housing Projects that incorporate cost-containment strategies in new construction Projects. As with the rest of the Homekey+ NOFA, this new construction cost containment pilot will fund Permanent Supportive Housing only. Homekey+ also introduces new flexibility to fund shovel-ready Projects with prior HCD or other awards in need of gap financing to commence construction. Please see Sections 501 and 502 for the new construction and gap financing requirements.

Homekey+ Projects receiving an Award must complete construction within 12 months, starting 60 days from the date of the Award letter, with the exception of new construction and gap financing Projects, which must complete construction within 24 months, starting 60 days from the date of the Award letter (see NOFA Section 204 for more details on all program deadlines).

Tribal Applicants: Please note that a separate Tribal Homekey+ NOFA of approximately $121 million for tribal applicants is available on the Department’s Tribal Homekey+ Program website.

Homekey+ Notice of Funding Availability
November 26, 2024

Appropriate services, as specified in Section 302 “Supportive Services Requirements”, are critical to serving eligible populations in this NOFA. All applicants will need to demonstrate coordination or efforts to coordinate with the county behavioral health department in their community. In addition, Veteran-serving Projects will need to have cultural competency and experience serving Veterans or commit to completing a certification training to gain these competencies.

Lastly, this NOFA prioritizes Projects that commit to sustainable operations. Applicants are encouraged to discuss operating match capacity and local services partnerships during the required pre-application consultation. The NOFA affords HCD the right to prioritize funding for applications that are complete and commit to greater amounts of operational match, regardless of the order of applications received, as outlined in Sections 400-403.

To receive information on the upcoming Homekey+ NOFA webinar and other updates, please click here subscribe to HCD’s Homelessness Prevention Programs listserv.

If you want to learn more, Please visit HCD’s Homekey+ website at Homekey+ | California Department of Housing and Community Development Resources such as guidance and templates mentioned within this NOFA will be published to the website with the release of the Homekey+ Application.

If you have any questions, please submit them to [email protected].

Homekey+
2024 Notice of Funding Availability (AMENDED)
Gavin Newsom, Governor
State of California
Tomiquia Moss, Secretary
Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency
Gustavo Velasquez, Director
California Department of Housing and Community Development 651 Bannon St, Suite 400 Sacramento, CA 95811
Website: Homekey+ | California Department of Housing and Community Development Homekey+ Program Email: [email protected]
November 26, 2024
Amended January 31 2025

Table of Contents
Article I. Program Overview ....................................................................................................... 1 Section 100. Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) ................................................................ 1 Section 101. Authorizing Legislation and Applicable Law......................................................... 2 Section 102. Program Timeline................................................................................................ 4 Article II. Program Requirements............................................................................................... 5 Section 200. Eligible Applicants............................................................................................... 5 Section 201. Eligible Uses ....................................................................................................... 6 Section 202. Eligible Projects .................................................................................................. 7 Section 203. Allocations and Geographic Distribution ............................................................. 8 Section 204. Program Deadlines ........................................................................................... 11 Section 205. Capital Award and Match .................................................................................. 12 Section 206. Operating Awards and Match ........................................................................... 13 Section 207. Funding Limits .................................................................................................. 16 Section 208. Affordability Covenant ....................................................................................... 17 Article III. Threshold and Scoring Criteria................................................................................. 18 Section 300. Threshold Requirements ................................................................................... 18 Section 301. Additional Application Materials........................................................................ 24 Section 302: Supportive Services Requirements................................................................... 24 Section 303. Single-Family Scattered Site Housing Requirements........................................ 31 Section 304. Recording, Income and Underwriting Requirements......................................... 33 Section 305. Scoring Criteria ................................................................................................. 35 Article IV. Application Submission, Review, and Award Process ............................................. 42 Section 400. Application Process and Submission................................................................. 42 Section 401. Required Pre-Application Consultation and Technical Assistance.................... 44 Section 402. Award Process.................................................................................................. 44 Section 403. Appeals............................................................................................................. 44 Article V. Additional Program Requirements............................................................................. 46 Section 500. Veterans Assisted Units ................................................................................... 46 Section 501. New Construction Cost Containment................................................................ 48 Section 502. Gap Financing .................................................................................................. 49 Section 503. Article XXXIV..................................................................................................... 52 Section 504. Housing First..................................................................................................... 52

Section 505. Tenant Referrals ............................................................................................... 52 Section 506. Participation in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) ......... 52 Section 507. Relocation......................................................................................................... 53 Section 508. Non-Discrimination and Accessibility ................................................................ 53 Section 509. Prevailing Wages .............................................................................................. 54 Section 510. Environmental Clearances................................................................................ 55 Section 511. Land Use .......................................................................................................... 56 Section 512. State Requirements .......................................................................................... 56 Section 513. Grantee Liability................................................................................................ 56 Article VI. Project Operations................................................................................................... 57 Section 600. Project Oversight .............................................................................................. 57 Section 601. Reporting .......................................................................................................... 57 Section 602. Disbursement of Grant Funds ........................................................................... 58 Section 603. Legal Documents .............................................................................................. 59 Section 604. Sales, Transfers, and Encumbrances................................................................ 59 Section 605. Defaults and Grant Cancellations...................................................................... 60 Section 606. Insurance Requirements ................................................................................... 60 Article VII. Definitions............................................................................................................... 63 APPENDIX A: Homekey+ Capital Contributions....................................................................... 74 APPENDIX B: Homekey+ Organizational Document Requirements......................................... 75 APPENDIX C: Homekey+ Streamlining.................................................................................... 77 APPENDIX D: Homekey+ Grantee Publicity Guidelines........................................................... 80

California Department of Housing and Community Development Homekey+ Notice of Funding Availability – November 26, 2024

Homekey +
Notice of Funding Availability
(AMENDED)
Article I. Program Overview
Section 100. Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), in collaboration with the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet), is pleased to announce the availability of approximately $2.145 billion in Homekey+ funding. Homekey+ aims to sustain and rapidly expand the inventory of Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) for Veterans, young people, and other individuals and their households, with mental health and/or substance use disorder challenges who are at-risk of or experiencing homelessness. All units must be reserved for individuals (and their households, if applicable) with a Behavioral Health Challenge regardless of whether they are serving Veterans, Homeless Youth, or other eligible populations under Title 24 CFR 578.3. Behavioral Health Challenge is defined in the California Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5965.02 to include but not be limited to a serious mental illness, as described in subdivision (c) or (d) of Section 14184.402, or a substance use disorder, as described in Section 5891.5. Enrollment in Medi-Cal or in any other health plan shall not be a condition for accessing housing or continuing to be housed.

Please see Article VII of this NOFA under the Behavioral Health Challenge definition for the specific statutory language.

Recent estimates using Point-in-Time Count data from the Terner Center for Housing Innovation show that Black people in California experienced the highest rate of homelessness, about 205 people per 10,000—almost five times higher than the state’s overall homelessness rate of 44 per 10,000. Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander, Native American and Indigenous, and multiracial people also experienced disparate homelessness rates compared to the state’s overall population. The pandemic made racial disparities even more apparent. California’s homeless population is also aging rapidly, with adults 50+ the fastest growing age group. However, California’s sustained investment in Veterans housing has resulted in significant reductions in the number of Veterans experiencing homelessness. In fact, California had the largest decrease in the country between 2010 and 2022. Homekey+, as with prior Homekey rounds, recognizes these trends and impacts and encourages Applicants to examine disproportionate impacts in their own communities and to develop strategies to address them, particularly for populations experiencing a Behavioral Health Challenge.

Pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code 8255, Homekey+ Projects are required to follow Housing First, which is an evidence-based model that connects homeless persons to permanent housing without preconditions or barriers to entry and continued tenancy, as outlined in Section 504 of this NOFA.

Homekey+ is an opportunity for Local Public Entities, including state and regional entities, to newly construct PSH, or acquire and convert to PSH a broad range of building types, including but not limited to hotels, motels, hostels, single-family homes and multifamily apartments, and manufactured housing.

California Department of Housing and Community Development Homekey+ Notice of Funding Availability – November 26, 2024

There is approximately $2.145 billion in Homekey+ funding that is derived from Proposition 1 bond funds established by the Behavioral Health Infrastructure Bond Act (BHIBA) (AB. 531, Chapter 789, Statutes of 2023), and the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) program Homekey Supplemental funding, made available in the 2023-24 and 2024- 25 state budgets. For this NOFA, an estimated $1.033 billion in Proposition 1 bond funds are available for Projects for Veterans with a Behavioral Health Challenge. Additionally, an estimated $1.11 billion is available for Projects serving all eligible populations, of which, $805 million is derived from Proposition 1 and approximately $307 million is available from the HHAP Homekey+ Supplemental funding.

Section 101. Authorizing Legislation and Applicable Law AB 140 (2021-2022 Reg. Sess.) and AB 531 (2023-2024 Reg. Sess.) provide the statutory basis for the Homekey+ Program. AB 140 added Section 50675.1.3 to the Health and Safety Code (HSC). AB 531 added Section 50675.1.5 to the HSC, and it added Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 5965) to Part 7 of Division 5 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.

AB 531 provides for the funding of Permanent Supportive Housing for individuals or households with an individual who is Homeless, Chronically Homeless, or At Risk of Homeless, and who are also living with a Behavioral Health Challenge. AB 531 also establishes allocations for Veterans and for Youth relative to that Target Population. AB 531 provides that such Homekey+ funds shall be disbursed in accordance with Section 50675.1.3 of the HSC, among other laws. AB 531 further provides an exemption pathway for Homekey+ Projects from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Please see Section 510 and Appendix C for details on this pathway.

HSC section 50675.1.3, subdivision (e) states: “The Department of Housing and Community Development may adopt guidelines for the expenditure of the funds appropriated to HCD, and for the administration of this program. The guidelines shall not be subject to the requirements of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code.”
Assembly Bill 129 (Chapter 40, Statutes 2023) and Assembly Bill 166 (Chapter 48, Statutes 2024) established Round 5 and 6, respectively, of the Homeless Housing Assistance Prevention (HHAP). In accordance with HSC Section 50232, subdivision (h), the administration of HHAP 5 funds is not subject to the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) ((Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code)). In accordance with HSC Section 50239, subdivision (h), the administration of HHAP 6 funds is not subject to the rulemaking provisions of the APA. HCD is utilizing money from HHAP 5 and HHAP 6 to supplement this NOFA. This funding will be awarded to eligible cities, counties, and Tribal Entities pursuing the eligible uses of Homekey+ and meeting the HHAP eligible applicant requirements detailed in Section 200.

This NOFA serves as HCD’s guidelines for the expenditure of Homekey+ funds and the administration of the Homekey+ Program. Under this NOFA, references to “Homekey+” means both the guidelines for Homekey+ funded by Proposition 1 and for HHAP. As such, this NOFA establishes the terms, conditions, forms, procedures, and other mechanisms that HCD deems necessary to exercise its powers and to perform its duties pursuant to the

California Department of Housing and Community Development Homekey+ Notice of Funding Availability – November 26, 2024

Homekey+ Program. The matters set forth herein are regulatory mandates and are adopted as regulations that have the dignity of statutes. (Ramirez v. Yosemite Water Company, Inc. (1999) 20 Cal. 4th 785, 799 [85 Cal.Rptr.2d 844].)
The Multifamily Housing Program (MHP) (Chapter 6.7 (commencing with Section 50675) of Part 2 of Division 31 of the HSC), and as subsequently amended, is hereby incorporated by reference. In accordance with HSC Section 50675.1.3, subdivision (d), in the event of a conflict between this NOFA and the MHP, the provisions of this NOFA are controlling.

The MHP Final Guidelines (MHP Guidelines), effective May 18, 2023, and as subsequently amended, are hereby incorporated by reference. In the event of a conflict between any of this NOFA and the MHP Guidelines, the provisions of this NOFA are controlling.

California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 25, Section 42 requires an onsite manager, maintenance, or other responsible person for rental housing of 16 or more units, as specified in Section 302 Supportive Services requirements, of this NOFA.

The following administrative notices, policies, and guidance are hereby incorporated herein by reference and shall be deemed to have the same force and effect as if set forth in full herein:
• HCD’s “Disencumbrance Policy” (Administrative Notice No. 2022-02), dated March 30, 2022, as amended on December 19, 2022, and as may be subsequently amended;
• HCD’s “Negative Points Policy” (Administrative Notice No. 2022-01), dated March 31, 2022, as amended on November 9, 2022 and April 3, 2023, and as may be subsequently amended;
• HCD’s “Repeal of Stacking Prohibition of Multiple Department Funding Sources” (Administrative Notice No. 21-06), dated August 20, 2021, and as may be subsequently amended, with the exception noted in Section 207 Funding Limits; and • The Program’s “Homekey Appraisal Guidelines” and as may be subsequently amended.

The Uniform Multifamily Regulations (UMRs) (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 8300 et seq.), effective November 15, 2017, and as subsequently amended, are hereby incorporated by reference, except to the extent that any UMR provision would be inconsistent with the provisions of this NOFA.

All other criteria and matters set forth within the NOFA shall also govern Tribal Entity applications submitted under this NOFA, unless and except to the extent expressly provided to the contrary by terms set forth within this NOFA and subject to any potential modification or waiver under or pursuant to Assembly Bill No. 1010 (Chapter 660, Statutes 2019), which is set forth in HSC §50406, subdivision (p).

California Department of Housing and Community Development Homekey+ Notice of Funding Availability – November 26, 2024

Section 102. Program Timeline
Homekey+ funds will generally be available to Eligible Applicants on a continuous, Over the Counter basis, with exceptions noted in Section 400. The following table summarizes the anticipated Homekey+ program timeline. HCD reserves the right to modify the projected timeline at any time.

Table 1: Anticipated Timeline for Homekey+ Applications NOFA release November 26, 2024
Stakeholder Webinar January 2025
Application release Late January 2025
Final application due date
For gap financing Projects: March 14 April 3,
2025.

For all others, May 30, 2025, or until funds are
exhausted, whichever occurs first.

Award announcements Continuous, expected to begin June 2025 Standard Agreements
All required documentation is due no later than
45 days from a Conditional Award letter, with SA
execution to occur no later than 90 days from
the date all required documentation is received.

Disbursement of funds
Continuous after Standard Agreement
execution, satisfaction of all conditions
precedent to disbursement, and completion of
a request for funds form.

Homekey+ Annual Report Annually by March 31st, starting after construction completion.

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Article II. Program Requirements
Section 200. Eligible Applicants
Each of the following entities may apply independently, or each entity may apply jointly with a nonprofit or for-profit corporation, a limited liability company (LLC), and/or a limited partnership (LP) as a Co-Applicant. This includes Applicants applying for gap financing. Under California Code of Regulations Title 25, Section 8313.2. HCD permits Co-Applicants to also be Special Purpose Entities (SPEs). A Special Purpose Entity (SPE) is an entity formed to develop, own, and operate a Project while isolating financial risk. The entity's sole asset is the property, and its sole purpose is to own and manage the property or assets. Please see Sections 300 and 301, and Article VII for more information and required SPE documents.

Eligible Applicants include the following, with the exception noted for HHAP in item (iii.):
i. Cities, counties, cities and counties, and all other state, regional, and Local Public Entities, including councils of government, metropolitan planning organizations, Public Housing Authorities, and regional transportation planning agencies designated in Section 29532.1 of the Government Code.
ii. Tribal Entities.

Tribal Entities are eligible under this NOFA but are also encouraged to apply for Homekey+ via a forthcoming Homekey+ Tribal Entity NOFA of approximately $121 million, to be released under separate cover in November 2024 and available on the Department’s Tribal Homekey+ Program website, that will be developed exclusively for and in consultation with Tribes.

The requirements set forth in this NOFA are subject to AB 1010 (Stats. 2019, c. 660), which is set forth in HSC Section 50406, subdivision (p). Accordingly, and pursuant to HSC Section 50406, subdivision (p), (a) where the provisions of Tribal law, Tribal governance, Tribal charter, or difference in Tribal Entity or legal structure would cause a violation or not satisfy the requirements of this NOFA, said requirements may be modified as necessary to ensure program compatibility; and (b) where provisions of Tribal law, Tribal governance, Tribal charter, or difference in Tribal Entity legal structure or agency create minor inconsistencies (as determined by the Director of HCD or a duly authorized designee thereof) with the requirements set forth in this NOFA, HCD may waive said requirements, as deemed necessary, to avoid an unnecessary administrative burden. Matters set forth or otherwise provided for in this NOFA that may be modified or waived include, without limitation, threshold scoring requirements and any other matters set forth in HSC Section 50406, subdivision (p)(2). Tribal Applicants are accordingly encouraged to discuss any such potential modifications or waivers and their options in that regard at the pre-application consultation.

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iii. Pursuant to CA HSC Sections 50237 and 50241, HHAP Homekey+ Supplemental eligible applicants are:
a. California’s 14 largest cities with a population of 300,000 or more as of January 1, 2022.
b. California’s 58 Counties
c. The entities in a. and b. must have:

1. A compliant housing element as defined in Government Code Section 65589.9, at the time a Homekey+ application is submitted; and

2. An approved HHAP regionally coordinated homelessness action plan. d. Tribal Entities
Section 201. Eligible Uses
Awarded funds must be used to provide housing for the Target Population of individuals or households including a person who is experiencing a Behavioral Health Challenge and experiencing or At Risk of Homelessness. Projects targeting funds allocated for Veterans Projects must provide housing for Veteran households including experiencing a Behavioral Health Challenge and experiencing or At Risk of Homelessness.

Nothing in the Homekey+ NOFA precludes Applicants from pursuing Projects that include both Homekey+ and non-Homekey+ units, however, Homekey+ will only fund the units that meet the guidelines of the Homekey+ NOFA.

Prospective Applicants are further advised that Projects may contain a mix of eligible Homekey+ subpopulations, including Veterans, non-Veterans, Homeless Youth, etc. i. The list of eligible uses is as follows:
a. Acquisition or Rehabilitation, or Acquisition and Rehabilitation, of motels, hotels, hostels, apartments or homes, assisted living residences, manufactured housing, commercial properties, and other buildings with existing uses that could be converted to Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH).
b. Master leasing of properties for PSH.
c. Conversion of units from nonresidential to residential PSH. (i.e. adaptive reuse) and conversion of Interim Housing to PSH.
d. New construction of dwelling units (see Section 501). e. Gap financing (see Section 502).
f. The purchase of affordability covenants and restrictions for units.

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g. Relocation costs for individuals who are being displaced because of the Homekey+ Project.
h. Capitalized operating subsidies for PSH units purchased, converted, constructed, or altered with funds provided pursuant to HSC Section 50675.1.3.
ii. Ineligible uses include:
a. Interim Housing.
b. Existing Homekey Assisted Units, previously awarded under Rounds 1, 2 and 3 of Homekey, are ineligible for funding under this NOFA, with the exception of the following:

1. Previously funded Homekey Projects that will expand to create new PSH units, or

2. Previously funded Interim to Perm Homekey Assisted Units are eligible for gap financing under Section 502 of this NOFA, if the units are currently occupied and need funding to convert from Interim Housing to PSH.
c. The Homekey+ program is intended to support the development of PSH units and will not fund congregate shelter.
d. Licensed behavioral health care facilities, which may be eligible for Proposition 1 funding through the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).

Section 202. Eligible Projects
Homekey+ funds Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) and will require a 55-year affordability term. HCD welcomes and will consider a variety of innovative housing solutions as eligible Projects, including excess state-owned property developments. The following list of eligible Projects is not exhaustive.
i. Conversion of nonresidential structures to residential dwelling units. ii. Conversion of commercially zoned structures, such as office or retail spaces, to residential dwelling units.
iii. Conversion of buildings with existing residential or interim uses that will be used to create PSH units.
iv. Multifamily rental housing Projects.
v. Scattered site housing on multiple contiguous or non-contiguous sites is permitted as long as the resulting housing has common ownership, financing, and property management.

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vi. PSH units in a shared housing setting. Shared housing is a structure shared by two or more households where each household resides in a separate private bedroom that can be locked and has a lease, with all the rights and responsibilities of tenancy. vii. Any of the Eligible Projects above, developed in excess state-owned properties.

Section 203. Allocations and Geographic Distribution
Unless otherwise indicated, all NOFA provisions and scoring criteria shall govern the allocations in this NOFA. HCD will deploy unused funds from any undersubscribed allocation and region to fund applications in the manner described in the Discretionary Reserve. HCD will also redeploy undersubscribed and unused funds, as specified at Section 400 of this NOFA. Table 2 shows the funding available in this NOFA by allocation.

Table 2: Homekey+ Funding Allocations
Allocation
(% of appropriation) Veterans General
Population NOFA Total
Youth - 8% $85,200,000 $102,320,000 $187,520,000
Rural - 5% $53,250,000 $63,950,000 $117,200,000
Discretionary Reserve - 10% $106,500,000 $127,900,000 $234,400,000 Available for Regions $788,100,000 $817,586,000 $1,605,686,000 Totals $1,033,050,000 $1,111,756,000 $2,144,806,000
i. Allocations
a. Youth At Risk of or Experiencing Homelessness
Pursuant to HSC Section 50675.1.3, subdivision (c), HCD shall allocate not less than eight percent (8%) of the Homekey+ funding appropriated, for Projects serving Homeless Youth, or Youth at Risk of Homelessness, as defined in 24 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) part 578.3.
b. Rural Target Allocation
HCD will allocate five percent (5%) of the appropriated Homekey+ funding for Projects in Rural Area jurisdictions as set forth in HSC Section 50199.21. c. Discretionary Reserve
HCD will allocate ten percent (10%) of available Homekey+ funds for a Discretionary Reserve to address the following:

1. Covering overages from other allocations, where there are funds available, but the funds are insufficient to fully fund the next eligible Project in the region or allocation.

2. Funding high scoring Projects from oversubscribed regions. Awards will not be made until application period closes to the extent funds are available.

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d. Geographic Distributions
Homekey+ aims to equitably offer opportunities throughout the state for Eligible Applicants to apply to this NOFA. After distributing funds to the Homeless Youth, Rural Target and Discretionary Reserve Allocations, this NOFA allocates the balance of the funds geographically. The Homekey+ geographic regions outlined in Table 3 below are largely aligned with California’s Councils of Government (COGs).

Each region's share of the Homekey+ allocation is calculated based on its proportionate share of Veterans and other persons experiencing homelessness as indicated by the sheltered and unsheltered 2023 Homeless Point-in-Time Count (PIT), plus each region’s proportionate share of Extremely Low Income (ELI) renter households that are paying more than 50 percent of their income for rent (Severely Rent-Burdened), sourcing data from the 2022 American Community Survey (ACS) Integrated Public-use Microdata Sample. In order to most accurately account for need, the regional funding allocations in this NOFA consist of a distribution for Projects serving the general population and a distribution for Veterans. The Veteran PIT and Severely Rent-Burdened figures are deducted from the general population numbers as to not double count Veterans.

Table 3: Homekey+ Geographic Regions
Counties by Region
Balance of
State
Alpine
Bay Area
Alameda San Diego County
Amador Contra Costa
San
Joaquin
Valley
Fresno
Butte Marin Kern
Calaveras Napa Kings
Colusa San Francisco Madera
Del Norte San Mateo Merced
Glenn Santa Clara San Joaquin
Humboldt Solano Stanislaus
Inyo Sonoma Tulare
Lake
Central
Coast
Monterey
Southern
California
Imperial
Lassen San Benito Orange
Mariposa San Luis Obispo Riverside
Mendocino Santa Barbara San Bernardino
Modoc Santa Cruz Ventura
Mono Los Angeles County
Nevada
Sacramento
County
El Dorado
Plumas Placer
Shasta Sacramento
Sierra Sutter
Siskiyou Yolo
Tehama Yuba
Trinity
Tuolumne
Table 4 shows the regional allocations resulting from deducting the Veterans PIT and Veterans who are Severely Rent-Burdened from the general population

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numbers. Table 5 shows the regional allocations for units and Projects serving Veterans. Table 6 below shows the total funding available in this NOFA by regional allocation.

Table 4: Homekey+ Geographic Allocation for General Population *Figures do not include Veterans
Region 2023 PIT Count* Severely RentBurdened* Allocation Balance of State 7,665 22,714 $28,990,773
Bay Area 34,643 203,285 $161,667,416
Central Coast 7,138 43,253 $33,727,136
Los Angeles County 71,236 381,880 $321,433,030
Sacramento Area 11,455 61,717 $51,781,757
San Diego County 9,450 95,499 $56,293,533
San Joaquin Valley 12,499 90,772 $63,635,222
Southern California 16,247 174,940 $100,057,133
Total 170,333 1,074,060 $817,586,000
Table 5: Homekey+ Geographic Allocation for Veterans
Region 2023 Veteran
PIT Count
Severely RentBurdened
Veterans
Veteran
Allocation
Balance of State 582 2,277 $41,923,051
Bay Area 2,013 7,388 $141,592,331
Central Coast 405 1,252 $26,847,679
Los Angeles County 4,282 12,382 $277,863,641
Sacramento Area 752 2,266 $49,438,314
San Diego County 814 7,939 $91,905,882
San Joaquin Valley 606 3,781 $53,520,342
Southern California 1,135 7,763 $105,008,761
Total 10,589 45,048 $788,100,000
Table 6: Summary of Homekey+ Regional Allocations (Tables 4 and 5) Region Veteran
Allocation
General Population
Allocation Total Allocation
Balance of State $41,923,051 $28,990,773 $70,913,823
Bay Area $141,592,331 $161,667,416 $303,259,747
Central Coast $26,847,679 $33,727,136 $60,574,815
Los Angeles County $277,863,641 $321,433,030 $599,296,672 Sacramento Area $49,438,314 $51,781,757 $101,220,070
San Diego County $91,905,882 $56,293,533 $148,199,415
San Joaquin Valley $53,520,342 $63,635,222 $117,155,564 Southern CA $105,008,761 $100,057,133 $205,065,894
Totals $788,100,000 $817,586,000 $1,605,686,000

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Section 204. Program Deadlines
Awardees will be subject to the following deadlines, summarized in Table 7. The dates begin 60 days after the Homekey+ Conditional Award letter date to allow time for Standard Agreement execution. If the due date falls on a weekend or holiday, then the due date becomes the next business day after the weekend or holiday. Construction Completion can be proven by a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, Certificate of Completion, or Contractor scope of work with signed statement of completion.

Occupancy completion is proven by Rent Roll or other forms of verification to prove units are occupied.

Table 7: Program Deadlines*
Eligible Uses Break Ground
(if applicable)
Complete
Construction
Complete
Expenditure
Complete
Occupancy
New Construction
and Gap Financing 6 months 24 months 27 months 27 months All other Eligible
Uses in Section 201 N/A 12 months 15 months 15 months
*Deadlines begin 60 days from date of Award letter and may only change upon HCD approval. i. New construction and gap financing Projects must break ground within 6 months.
ii. All Eligible Uses in Section 201, except new construction and gap financing, must be completed in 12 months. New construction and gap financing projects must be completed in 24 months.
iii. Capital Expenditure for all Eligible Uses in Section 201, except new construction and gap financing, must be completed within 12 months. Capital Expenditure for new construction and gap financing must be completed within 24 months. Any project type may request an expenditure deadline extension to Occupancy completion.
iv. Full occupancy must be achieved 90 days upon completing construction. For acquisition of new construction projects with no Rehabilitation, occupancy must be achieved within six (6) months of acquisition. HCD reserves the right to recommend special conditions for longer occupancy timeframes for large Projects (over 75 units) up to an additional three (3) months. v. All Awards for Operating Expenses must be expended within ten (10) years from initial occupancy. HCD may, in its sole and absolute discretion, extend the expenditure deadline up to a total of 15 years.

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HCD may, in its sole and absolute discretion, approve an extension of the acquisition, Rehabilitation, construction, and/or occupancy deadlines if the Grantee demonstrates, to HCD’s satisfaction, that the relevant delay is caused by reasonably unforeseeable events, conditions, or circumstances. Construction labor shortages and supply chain issues do not constitute reasonably unforeseeable events, conditions, or circumstances for purposes of an extension request. Extension requests shall be submitted in electronic format on a form provided by HCD.

HCD may reimburse eligible costs incurred beginning on March 5, 2024, with the exception of operating costs. Applicants are encouraged to discuss their options at the required pre-application consultation.

Section 205. Capital Award and Match
Homekey+ will fund a maximum grant amount per door, pursuant to the conditions of this Section, which includes both the acquisition cost and any needed Rehabilitation or new construction. The Award will be the lower of the following: (1) the maximum grant amount, or (2) the sum of the acquisition amount and any additional construction or Rehabilitation expenses, as supported by an appraisal and such other reasonable documentation required by HCD. For new construction and conversion of office, commercial, or other non-residential structures into residential dwelling units, Homekey+ will fund a maximum grant amount per completed Assisted Unit serving the Target Population, or an amount as supported by an appraisal, whichever is lower. “Assisted Unit,” as defined in Article VII, refers to units that are available to serve the Target Population after the construction or conversion of the property.

For PSH Projects that are not seeking gap funding under Section 502, HCD will contribute a baseline amount of $200,000 per door for each Assisted Unit and Manager’s Unit. This baseline contribution does not require capital match.

Note that Homekey+ will fund “doors” based upon the number of units at the time of acquisition which may differ from the number of units that are available in the final Project. For those Projects that undergo a conversion, the number of doors may need to be reduced in the Project to accommodate kitchenettes, additional bedrooms, space for Supportive Services, and other amenities.

In situations where units at acquisition are combined to make larger Assisted Units, Awards will be calculated according to the number of doors at acquisition. In situations where multi-bedroom (two or more bedrooms) units at acquisition are divided into smaller Assisted Unit sizes, Awards will default to the number of Assisted Units created after the conversion of the property. Manager’s Units may be included in the calculation for the capital Award only.
i. Additional Contribution Amount – Capital Match
Beyond the baseline amount, the Eligible Applicant may leverage a 1:1 local match to provide up to $100,000 in additional funds per door. For example, where the Applicant shows $100,000 or more in matching funds, HCD will fund

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no more than $300,000 for an Assisted Unit serving the Target Population.

Appendix A shows how maximum funding Awards from Homekey+ vary with different Applicant contribution levels. Capital match may be obtained from any source, including any federal, state, local, private, or philanthropic source.

For the purchase of Affordability Covenants and restrictions, and for masterleasing, HCD may size the Award per door based on a recent market study within the past year which conforms to guidelines adopted by the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (TCAC), and/or a rent roll, and/or other supporting documentation. For these uses, the maximum Homekey+ contribution per door shall not exceed the maximum amounts referenced in this Section for acquisition, Rehabilitation, and new construction.

For relocation costs, HCD will pay for one-half of the relocation cost per door in addition to the capital Award. For example, if a Project includes $15,000 in relocation costs, then HCD will pay for $7,500 of that relocation cost.

Section 206. Operating Awards and Match
Homekey+ will fund a maximum operating grant amount per door, pursuant to the conditions of this Section:
i. Where an Award for Operating Expenses is requested, the total amount of operating Award per Assisted Unit shall not exceed $1,400 per month for the duration of the operating Award, as described below.
ii. The total duration of the operating Award is tied to the amount of the Applicant’s fully committed matching funds. Sources are only considered fully committed when an EFC meets the standard in Article VII demonstrating that a contract or commitment of funds is guaranteed at the time of application. a. If Projects can demonstrate a commitment of three years of nonHomekey+ operating funds for Assisted Units, HCD will provide an operating Award sized for up to three years.
b. If Projects can demonstrate a commitment of four years of non-Homekey+ operating funds for Assisted Units, HCD will provide an operating Award sized for up to four years.
c. If Projects can demonstrate a commitment of five or more years of nonHomekey+ operating funds for Assisted Units, HCD will provide an operating Award sized for up to five years.
iii. Operating Awards are determined based on need, exclusive of items referenced in subsection (v). The amounts and durations referenced in (i) and (ii) represent maximums. To be eligible to receive an operating Award based on need, the Applicant must submit documentation showing that additional sources of operating funding were sought but were unavailable to support Project operations. The Applicant must demonstrate that they:

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a. Identified all possible federal, state, and local sources of rental assistance and other operating assistance to support operating the Assisted Units; and
b. Submitted unfunded applications or other written requests to the appropriate entity to secure Project-based rental or other operating assistance to support operating the Assisted Units; or
c. Can provide other evidence from the appropriate entities that rental assistance and other operating assistance is not available to support operating the Assisted Units.
d. Applicants must also commit to continuing to seek operating funding in future years as funding becomes available. Applicants are encouraged to collaborate with their county behavioral health department to secure housing intervention services funded by the Behavioral Health Services Act, which becomes available in July 2026.
iv. Awards for Operating Expenses may pay for a Project’s necessary, recurring Operating Expenses in an amount approved by HCD. Operating Expenses should be included in the Project’s submitted budget. Qualifying expenses can include a variety of expenses such as utilities, maintenance, management fees, taxes, licenses, and Supportive Services costs.
v. Awards for Operating Expenses shall not pay for the following expenses:
a. Costs associated with non-Assisted Units, including Manager’s Units. b. Debt service.
c. UMR-required reserve account initial and/or annual deposits. d. Deposits to reserves beyond those required by HCD under the UMRs, including reserves required by other Project financing sources. e. Distributions.
f. Developer fees.
g. Under no circumstances may Homekey+ operating funds be used for or in connection with a limited partner buyout, substitution, or assignment of ownership interest.
vi. The Homekey+ funded portion of the Award for Operating Expenses must be expended no later than ten (10) years from initial occupancy as per Section 204, with the Grantee establishing a capitalized operating subsidy reserve (COSR) and expending the eligible Operating Expenses, as outlined in this

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NOFA. HCD has the sole right to extend the expenditure deadline up to a total of 15 years. The deposit of the Homekey+ Award for Operating Expenses into the COSR does not count as expended.
vii. Eligible Applicants are required to demonstrate a minimum three (3)-year commitment to provide operating funds for the proposed Project to qualify for the Homekey+ Award for Operating Expenses. As noted in (ii.), additional local match may result in additional Homekey+ funding, for a period up to five (5) years. Eligible Applicants may include funds from the Homekey+ Award for Operating Expenses in the Project budget for up to ten years from occupancy, as described in (vi.). Non-Homekey+ sources may be obtained from any source, including any federal, state, local, private, or philanthropic source. Applicants are encouraged to consider:
a. HUD funded Project-based Vouchers (PBV), Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), and Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Vouchers; b. Mainstream Vouchers;
c. Foster Youth to Independence Vouchers (FYI);
d. Faircloth to Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) conversions; e. Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program (HHAP) funding; f. Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding;
g. Transitional Housing Program (THP) or Transitional Housing Program Plus (THP-Plus) funding;
h. Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) funding;
i. Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) funding; and
j. HOME-ARP funding.

The preceding list of potential match sources is not exhaustive. Operating match requirements and the Project’s potential match sources will be discussed during the required pre-application consultation.

Additionally, the following requirements apply to operating match contributions:
viii. The Eligible Applicant must ensure the laws governing any funds to be used as matching contributions do not prohibit those funds from being used to match Homekey+ funds; and
ix. If State General Funds are used to satisfy the matching requirements of another program, then funding from that program may not be used to fulfill the matching requirements of the Homekey+ program.

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Section 207. Funding Limits
i. In addition to the funding limits described throughout this NOFA, Homekey+ will implement additional funding limits as follows:
a. Any Co-Applicant that is not an Eligible Applicant will be limited to a maximum of four (4) Homekey+ Awards. At the sole discretion of the Director of HCD or the Director’s designee, requests for an exemption to this limit may be approved based on factors including, but not limited to, CalVet consultation as applicable, Co-Applicant capacity and Co-Applicant performance on prior HCD awards.
b. Per Project Funding Limit:

1. Single Family Scattered-Site Projects shall be limited to $10 million total per Project, as detailed in Section 303.

2. For other Projects, exclusive of gap financing projects described in Section 502, no more than $35 million in total HCD sources may be used per Project.

The Project funding limits applies to Homekey+ capital and operating funds, and to all HCD sources of permanent loans for onsite development costs and operating costs. Grants from other HCD programs are excluded from this per Project funding limit.

At the sole discretion of the Director of HCD or the Director’s designee, with CalVet consultation as applicable, per Project funding limit requests in excess of $10 million for Single Family Scattered Site Projects and $35 million for all other Projects, may be approved as an exemption to the Project funding limits, if the Project uniquely advances state policy priorities, is high scoring, is located in high or highest resource areas as identified in the 2023 Opportunity Maps – Adopted January 2023, and/or is located in a high-cost region. Applicants asserting the Project is in a high-cost area shall provide data from HUD, the United States Census Bureau, or another authoritative source to validate the assertion. All exemption requests shall not exceed ten percent (10%) above the per Project funding limit.

To request an exemption to the limits in 1 and 2, Applicants must submit justification at the time of application. The justification will be reviewed with the application package in accordance with Section 400. A form to request an exemption will be available on the Homekey+ website when the Homekey+ application is released.
ii. HCD’s Repeal of Stacking Prohibition of Multiple Department Funding Sources memo (Administrative Notice Number: 21-06), dated August 20, 2021, is hereby incorporated by this reference as if set forth in full herein, and it shall be applicable. Applicants must ensure that all HCD funding sources in the Project

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are represented pursuant to the memo. Homekey+ Awards shall not be layered with other HCD funding sources in a manner that causes either the per unit or total Project funding to exceed the total development cost. a. Projects applying under gap financing Section 502, are excluded from the limits within the memo.

Section 208. Affordability Covenant
The Grantee shall duly encumber all Projects with a 55-year Affordability Covenant for Permanent Supportive Housing that (a) is recorded in first position against the Project real property for the benefit of the state, regional, local, or tribal Grantee, (b) restricts the use, operation, occupancy, and affordability of the Project in accordance with all applicable requirements of this NOFA and all other Homekey+ Program Requirements, (c) duly names HCD as a third-party beneficiary with the right and privilege, but not the obligation, of enforcement thereof, (d) incorporates the Homekey+ Program Requirements by reference, and (e) is otherwise in form and substance acceptable to HCD.

No exceptions will be made to the requirement to record the Affordability Covenant in first position.

The Affordability Covenant must be approved by HCD prior to disbursement and recorded as part of the escrow transaction. Upon its execution, the Affordability Covenant shall be binding, effective, and enforceable against all successors, transferees, and assignees, and it shall continue in full force and effect for a period of not less than 55 years after a certificate of occupancy or its equivalent has been issued for the Project, or if no such certificate is issued, from the date of initial occupancy of the Project.

Permanent Supportive Housing Projects located on Tribal trust land shall be duly encumbered with an Affordability Covenant containing all of the terms listed above excepting that they shall have an initial term of 50 years to match the period of affordability restrictions under the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, commencing with the date of recordation of HCD’s Affordability Covenant. Prospective applicants are advised to also review the Tribal Entity Homekey+ NOFA for Tribal applicants, which may have different requirements.

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Article III. Threshold and Scoring Criteria
Section 300. Threshold Requirements
To be eligible to receive Homekey+ funding, all applications must meet the threshold requirements of this Section. HCD reserves the right to request clarification of unclear or ambiguous statements made in an application and other supporting documents. i. Applications may be submitted independently by an Eligible Applicant, as defined in Section 200 and Article VII. Alternatively, each Eligible Applicant may apply jointly with a Co-Applicant, as specified. No additions of CoApplicants or special purpose entities will be considered subsequent to the date of application, including after Standard Agreement execution. ii. Projects must serve persons qualifying or households that include persons qualifying as members of the Target Population.
iii. Applicants must submit a completed application workbook with all worksheets, documents and supplemental information.
iv. Applications must include a Project-specific Supportive Services Plan, that shall be consistent with any representations made in the application, and it shall meet the Homekey+ Program Requirements noted in NOFA Section 302. v. Project Ownership Structure submitted with the application workbook that demonstrates the relationship of the Applicants, Co-applicants, and Project entities within the ownership structure.
vi. Required documents from each Eligible Applicant and Co-Applicant as applicable, including but not limited to:
a. A duly executed resolution authorizing the entity to apply for funds and to participate in the Homekey+ Program in connection with each discrete Project; attested to by a person other that the person identified as the authorized signatory. If there is more than one authorized signatory identified, state whether one or all signatories are required to submit and execute program documents. If the application is being signed by a designee of the authorized signatory, the Applicant must also submit a designee letter or other proof of signing authority. The resolutions should materially comport with the Homekey+ resolution templates that will be available on the Homekey+ website when the application is released. b. Organizational documents supporting the resolutions submitted with the application. Eligible Applicants are exempted from this requirement.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, HCD reserves the right to request additional documentation at any point to verify any entity’s authority and/or organizational structure. For a complete list of organizational documents, refer to Appendix B.

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vii. Applicants shall provide a written non-discrimination policy that complies with the requirements in Section 508.
viii. Applications shall provide a statement how the Project will address equity that must answer the following question: What specific actions will the Applicant take to ensure equitable access to housing and services for groups that are overrepresented among residents experiencing homelessness in its jurisdiction and region? Examples of what applicants should consider include race, ethnicity, age (e.g. youth, elderly), disability status, LGBTQ+ status, etc.

The response shall reference the latest Continuum of Care (CoC) Homelessness Management Information System (HMIS) demographics data to explain. Please see the Homekey+ website for the template at the time of Application release.
ix. Applications shall provide a statement how the Project will engage the Target Population that must answer the following question: How did/will the Applicant engage with the Target Population to inform the design of the Project operations and Supportive Services? Please see Homekey+ website for guidance documents at the time of Application release.
x. The Applicant shall have site control of the property at the time of application, and such control shall not be contingent on the approval of any other party. The status and nature of the Applicant's title and interest in the property shall be subject to HCD's approval. Site control may be evidenced by one of the following:
a. Fee title, evidenced by a current title report dated within 90 days of application submission showing the Applicant holds fee title, or for Tribal trust land, a title status report (TSR) or an attorney’s opinion regarding chain of title and current title status.
b. A leasehold interest on the property with provisions that enable the lessee to make improvements on and encumber the property provided that the terms and conditions of any proposed lease shall permit compliance with all Homekey+ Program Requirements.
c. A leasehold estate held by a Tribal Entity in federal Tribal trust lands property, or a valid sublease thereof that has been or will be approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
d. An executed disposition and development agreement, or irrevocable offer of dedication to a public agency.
e. A fully executed sales contract, or other enforceable agreement for the acquisition of the property.
f. A letter of intent, executed by a sufficiently authorized signatory of the Eligible Applicant, that expressly represents to HCD, without condition or reservation, that, upon successful application, the Eligible Applicant shall purchase or otherwise acquire a sufficient legal interest in the property to

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accomplish the purpose of the award. The letter of intent must also be acknowledged by the party selling or otherwise conveying an interest in the subject property to the Eligible Applicant.

If this form of evidence is relied upon at the time of application, HCD may impose additional milestones, in the Standard Agreement, regarding increased evidence of eventual site control closer to the likely close of escrow.
g. Other forms of site control that give HCD assurance (equivalent to items a. through f. above) that the Applicant will be able to complete the Project in a timely manner and in accordance with all the Program's objectives and requirements. h. For Applicants proposing sites that will require a use change, lot split or other local approvals for Permanent Supportive Housing, include a commitment and plan to facilitate or expedite those processes, to not delay expenditure and occupancy requirements.
xi. Applicants shall provide a preliminary title report for each site, dated within 90 days of application submission.
xii. Applicants shall provide a detailed development plan that supports acquisition of a site, completion of Rehabilitation or construction, occupancy, and fund expenditure before all program deadlines, factoring in entitlements, permits, procurement, potential construction delays and supply chain issues, and demonstrates evidence of strong organizational and financial capacity to develop the Project. Please see Homekey+ website for guidance at the time of application release.
xiii. Applicants shall provide an appraisal prepared no earlier than 12 months prior to application submission date for all Projects seeking acquisition funds from Homekey+ or if property value will be used as local match. The appraisal must comply with the Homekey+ requirements outlined in the Homekey+ Appraisal Guidance document, which will be available on the Homekey+ website. xiv. All Projects seeking funding for Rehabilitation must submit the following:
a. Rehabilitation narrative of current condition of structure(s) and overall scope of work; and
b. Physical Needs Assessment (PNA) or equivalent prepared by a qualified independent third-party contractor and dated within 12 months prior to application submission.
xv. For Projects seeking funding for master leasing and purchase of Affordability Covenants, Applicant shall provide a market study prepared no earlier than 12 months prior to application submission which conforms to TCAC guidelines, and/or a rent roll, and/or other supporting documentation. xvi. All Projects seeking funding for Rehabilitation and new construction are

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required to submit a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) which was prepared or updated no earlier than 12 months prior to application submission. xvii. Relocation Assistance Narrative. Applicant shall submit a concise, sufficiently detailed narrative to demonstrate its consideration of, and early engagement with, applicable relocation assistance laws and requirements. An Applicant’s unsupported conclusion that relocation law does not apply or that the Project Site is vacant does not sufficiently demonstrate such consideration and engagement. The Applicant must support any representation that relocation law does not apply or that the Project Site is vacant by including either an explanation that supports this representation or supporting documentation that establishes that the property is vacant. This Relocation Assistance Narrative will be evaluated by HCD to determine whether a relocation plan is required by law or whether a certificate of no-relocation can be issued. The Relocation Assistance Narrative does not take the place of these two documents. Grantee shall submit either a relocation plan or a certificate of no-relocation as a condition of disbursement. See Section 507 and Homekey+ website for more information and template, which will be uploaded when the application is released.

Applicant’s Relocation Assistance Narrative shall include or identify the following:
a. A diagrammatic sketch of the Project site that illustrates the boundaries of the Project Site and all existing improvements thereon.
b. Clear, recent, high-resolution photographs of the Project site and all improvements thereon (e.g., exterior and interior photos of the buildings, parking lots, billboards).
c. The Projected dates of any Homekey+-funded acquisition, construction, Rehabilitation, demolition, or similar development activities at the Project site.
d. A description of any persons, businesses, or farm operations that will or may be displaced from the Project site by the foregoing development activities.

Applicant shall specify whether any such displacement will be permanent or temporary.

1. If no such displacement will occur, Applicant shall conclude the narrative by expressly confirming that Applicant’s eligible use(s) of the funds will not result in the displacement of any persons, businesses, or farm operations from the Project site.

2. If such displacement will occur, Applicant shall further develop the narrative by including the additional elements set forth at (e) – (i) below.
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existing residents that may qualify under the criteria for the Target Population.
f. A description of the aggregate relocation needs of the persons, businesses, or farm operations that will or may be displaced by the Homekey+ funded activities.
g. A brief description of how those relocation needs will be met, as well as the Applicant’s projected timeline for fully meeting those needs, including the dates of planned notices to displaced persons, businesses, or farm operations.
h. An identification of the Applicant’s relocation consultant and/or relocation services provider in connection with the Project site. Applicant shall also submit legible copies of its contract or letter of intent with or to the relocation consultant and/or relocation services provider.
i. Applicant’s cost estimate (and associated funding strategy) for providing relocation assistance and benefits to the persons, businesses, or farm operations that will or may be displaced by the Homekey-funded activities. xviii. Enforceable Funding Commitments (EFCs) as defined by Article VII (xvii) for:
a. Development costs with specific funding sources, including federal, state, local, private, or philanthropic sources for the proposed Project. b. Rental subsidies, operations, and service costs with specific funding sources, including federal, state, local, private, or philanthropic sources for ongoing sustainability. For projects applying for a program operating Award (see Section 206) EFCs must be fully committed to match the numbers of years of the operating award. Please see Section 305(3)(a) for potential points and the Homekey+ website for EFC templates, which will be posted at the time of application release.
xix. The Eligible Applicant or Co-Applicant applying for Homekey+ funding is the entity that HCD relies upon for experience and capacity, and will control the Project during acquisition, development, and occupancy. The Eligible Applicant or CoApplicant shall demonstrate the following minimum experience and capacity requirements:
a. Development, ownership, or operation of a Project similar in scope and size to the proposed Project; or development, ownership, or operation of at least two affordable rental housing Projects in the last 10 years, with at least one of those Projects containing at least one unit housing a tenant who qualifies as a member of the Target Population.
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manager or LSP is not yet selected for the proposed Project, the Eligible Applicant shall certify that this requirement will be reflected in any future solicitation or memorandum of understanding.
c. Statement confirming experience administering a Project in accordance with the core components of Housing First (Welfare and Institutions Code Section 8255).
d. Current capacity to develop, own, and operate the proposed Project. For purposes of satisfying this requirement, an Applicant has “capacity” if it has adequate staff, capital, assets, and other resources to efficiently meet the operational needs of the Project; to maintain the fiscal integrity of the Project; and to satisfy all legal requirements and obligations in connection with the Project. Evidence of Permanent Supportive Housing experience and capacity must be reasonably acceptable to HCD in form and substance.
xx. The Eligible Applicant and all Co-Applicants shall attend a pre-application consultation with HCD prior to applying, as required in Section 401. xxi. One-for-one replacement of assisted housing:
a. If the acquired housing or site is to be redeveloped/repositioned as part of the Local Public Entity's overall goal to address the needs of the Target Population and the community, the Applicant shall provide as part of the application a commitment to ensure one-for-one replacement of units. b. If acquired units will be subsequently combined to add kitchens, create larger units, and/or create units with additional bedrooms, the Applicant will provide such information in the application and ensure an approximate equivalence of square footage available for the benefit of Project residents.
c. If the acquired site is going to be demolished before any occupancy by the Target Population, no one-for-one replacement commitment needs to be provided. The unit mix will be evaluated based on the Project proposal.
d. The application shall include a site map indicating the original acquired housing location and all proposed housing location(s). If all proposed housing will be located within the neighborhood, no additional documentation is necessary.
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and enables the Target Population to maintain housing.

Section 301. Additional Application Materials
In addition to requirements detailed in Section 300, to be eligible for Homekey+ funding, an application shall demonstrate to HCD the following:
i. Applicants and Co-Applicants must be in good standing with the State of California and all agencies and departments thereof. By way of example and not limitation, an Applicant and Co-Applicant must be qualified to do business in the State of California and must be in good standing with the California Secretary of State and the California Franchise Tax Board.

Applicants that are delinquent in meeting the material requirements of previous HCD Awards may, in HCD’s reasonable discretion, fail threshold review. A Certificate of Good Standing, dated within 30 days of application due date, must be submitted with the application.
ii. Completed Certification and Legal Disclosure Statement iii. Signature Block for all Applicants entities in Word Format iv. Payee Data Record STD204 (except for Eligible Applicants) v. Taxpayer Identification Number (FI$Cal TIN Form)
vi. EIN Verification (IRS form SS-4) (except for Jurisdictions) vii. Tax-Exempt State from IRS or FTB (if applicable)
viii. CEQA Determination (if applicable)
ix. NEPA Authority to Use Grant Funds (if applicable)
x. Phase 2 Environmental Report if needed as stated in Phase I ESA report (if Applicable)
xi. A letter from the local county behavioral health department describing the support for the Project (capital, operating or service commitments, referrals, stakeholder collaboration, etc.). If the letter can't be secured, Applicant must describe efforts to obtain the letter.

Section 302: Supportive Services Requirements
To be eligible to receive funding, all applications must include a Project-specific Supportive Services plan, that shall be consistent with any representations made in the application, and it shall meet the Homekey+ Program Requirements. HCD in its sole discretion shall make the determination (1) if the Supportive Services plan is sufficiently complete to pass threshold and (2) if the Supportive Services plan and property management plan is compliant with Housing First and other evidence-based practices for each unique Target Population served by the Project. For example,

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Projects serving Veterans must incorporate evidence-based practices specific to Veterans. Applications must include:
i. A description of the Supportive Services to be offered, how frequently each service will be offered or provided depending on the nature of the service, who is anticipated to be providing the services, and the location, whether on or off-site, and general hours of availability of the Supportive Services.

Applicants must ensure that the Supportive Services are made available to Homekey+ tenants in a manner that is voluntary, flexible, and individualized, so Homekey+ tenants may continue to engage with Supportive Services providers, even as the intensity of services needed may change. Furthermore, access to or continued occupancy in housing cannot be conditioned on participation in Supportive Services or on sobriety. Adaptability in the level of services should support tenant engagement and housing retention.

Behavioral health treatment services co-located onsite of Homekey+ Project sites are allowable however, tenants in Homekey+ funded housing cannot be mandated to receive behavioral health services as a condition of housing, pursuant to Housing First.
a. The following Supportive Services shall be made available to Homekey+ tenants based on tenant need. The lead service provider for the Project shall coordinate the provision of, referral, or linkage to services needed by individual tenants. The following required services must be provided onsite at the Project or offsite at another location easily accessible to tenants. Easily accessible to tenants means access does not require walking more than one-half mile and shall include a plan and budget for transportation to off-site Supportive Services where tenants are not able to walk less than one-half mile:

1. A Lead Service Provider (LSP) meeting the experience requirements described in Section 302(c) of this NOFA should be selected prior to application submittal. If the LSP has been selected, a formal commitment must be established and maintained between the Applicant and the LSP. The commitment may be a commitment letter(s) or MOU, and must detail roles and responsibilities of all parties and must be consistent with organizational charts and the property management plan detailed in Section 302(ii). If the LSP has not been selected at the time of application submittal, the commitment must be submitted to the Department prior to Standard Agreement execution. If the LSP and Applicant are the same organization, the Applicant shall provide a document signed by an authorized signatory defining roles and responsibilities in implementing all elements of the Supportive Services plan.

Designated Supportive Services staff shall not also be property management staff. HCD may request additional information to further demonstrate the distinction between roles (see Section 305 for potential points). In the event of a change to the LSP, the Applicant or Grantee shall provide the new formal commitment to the Department no later than 30 days after the date that the new LSP

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commits Supportive Services to the Project.

2. Case management performed by a Case Manager, as defined in Article VII. Definitions. For Projects with Assisted Units serving Target Populations that require intensive services, specifically including high acuity Homeless and Chronically Homeless populations, services to be provided must include at a minimum, onsite comprehensive case management as well as on or off-site mental health care, physical health care and substance use services.

Where one or more of the Restricted Units are limited under HCD Regulatory Agreements to occupancy, comprehensive case
management shall be provided with staffing at ratios of full-time Case Managers directly providing services to tenants, as indicated below in Table 8.

Table 8: Required Caseload Ratios
Population Minimum Ratio
Homeless Youth, or Youth at Risk of
Homelessness 1:15
Chronic Homelessness 1:20
Disability Homelessness 1:25

3. Peer support activities, including 24/7 telephone, online, or in- person support.

4. Mental health care, including but not limited to assessment, crisis counseling, individual and group therapy, and peer support groups.

5. Substance use services, including but not limited to treatment, relapse prevention, and peer support groups. NOTE: Co-locating outpatient behavioral health treatment services onsite of Homekey+ Project sites are potentially allowable however, tenants in Homekey+ funded housing cannot be mandated to receive behavioral health services as a condition of housing, pursuant to Housing First. Additionally, these outpatient services should be available to individuals outside of Homekey+ housing to prevent creating unlicensed residential Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder treatment programs.

6. Support in linking to physical health care, including but not limited to access to routine and preventive health and dental care, medication management and medication assisted treatment, and wellness services.

7. Benefits counseling and advocacy, including but not limited to assistance in accessing and maintaining SSI/SSD, enrolling in and maintaining Medi-Cal and CalFresh;

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8. Veteran serving projects shall coordinate, or make efforts to coordinate, with the applicable County Veteran Service Officer for benefits counseling and advocacy

9. Basic housing retention skills (including but not limited to unit maintenance and upkeep, identifying safety concerns in the unit, understanding lease terms, and money management).

10.Supportive Services for persons with co-occurring mental and physical disabilities or co-occurring mental and substance use disorders not listed above.

11.Recreational and social activities, including peer-led groups and events.

12.Educational services, including assessment, GED, school enrollment, assistance accessing higher education benefits and grants, and assistance in obtaining reasonable accommodations in the education process.

13.Employment services, such as supported employment, job readiness, job skills training, job placement, and retention services, or programs promoting volunteer opportunities for those unable to work, and

14.Obtaining reasonable access to other needed services, such as legal services, or access to food and clothing.

15.Projects serving 16 or more units in a single site must include an onsite manager, maintenance, or other responsible person, as required by California law 25 CCR §42. Applicants seeking an exemption from this requirement must demonstrate that they will provide an equivalent number of desk or security staff, who are not tenants, capable of responding to emergencies for the hours when property management staff is not working.

16. Physical health care, including but not limited to access to routine and preventative health and dental care.

17.Potential out-placements, should they become appropriate alternatives for current Homekey+ residents, either because a higher level of care is required (i.e., residential treatment facilities and hospitals), or because Permanent Supportive Housing is no longer required (i.e., other affordable housing or market rate housing).

18.Representative payee.

19.Legal assistance.

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20.Attendant care.

21.Adult day care.

22.Parenting education, childcare, and family legal and counseling services including, but not limited to, family reunification.

23.Financial counseling, and

24.Domestic violence support, including but not limited to access to temporary shelter, family and individual counseling, and legal support.
b. Applicants shall provide and maintain written policies and procedures covering:

1. Payment of rent by residents during periods of hospitalization.

2. Coordination with property management for resolution of complaints from tenants or on behalf of tenants.

3. Use of best practices in service delivery for each unique Target Population served by the Project, including but not limited to critical time intervention; trauma-informed care and de-escalation; motivational interviewing; peer support; case conferencing; and providing care in a culturally competent manner.
i. Supportive Services for Youth Assisted Units must also include a Positive Youth Development (PYD)
model and trauma-informed care. Services may include, but are not limited to, case management, income supports,
educational and employment counseling, life skills, legal assistance, health and wellness, and family connection
services.

Youth Assisted Units occupied by a tenant over age 25 shall be replaced with a comparable unit in the same Project, if available. When a tenant older than 25 moves out of a unit restricted for Youth, the Youth Assisted Unit shall go back to serving Homeless Youth.

4. Initial and ongoing staff training in all of the above, and in the operator’s program philosophy, values, and principles.

5. Description of each unique Target Population to be served by the Project, and identification of any additional subpopulation target or occupancy preference for the Homekey+ Project that the Applicant wishes to undertake beyond what is permitted under the Target Population requirements.

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c. The property manager and LSP shall have three or more years of experience serving persons of each unique Target Population of people with Behavioral Health Challenges. If a property manager or LSP is not yet selected for the proposed Project, the Eligible Applicant shall certify that this requirement will be reflected in any future solicitation or memorandum of understanding (MOU) (see Section 305 for points awarded). If the property management and/or LSP has three or more years serving persons experiencing homelessness, but not Veterans experiencing homelessness, HCD in its sole discretion may deem the property manager and/or LSP to have met this requirement, provided the property manager and/or LSP agrees to completing a training provided by CalVet.

Projects with Youth Assisted Units must jointly apply and/or partner with a nonprofit corporation(s), including community-based organization(s), with at least three years of experience serving current or former Foster Youth, Homeless Youth, or Youth at Risk of Homelessness.
d. A tenant engagement plan (i.e., plan to encourage voluntary tenant participation in services as well as in community building, such as resident councils or similar forums) including a description of tenant outreach, engagement and stability strategies to be used. A tenant satisfaction survey shall be conducted at least annually to inform and improve services, building operations, and property management. Applicant shall make tenants aware of when summary of survey data will be prepared and shall share the results with tenants.
e. A description of plans and measures to ensure the safety and security of residents and staff (e.g., guest and visitor policies, policies on the violation of safety rules, staff training, and building design features intended to promote security);
f. For Supportive Services provided offsite, the plan must describe what public or private transportation options will be offered to tenants in order to provide them reasonable access to these services. Reasonable access is access that does not require walking more than one-half mile. Reasonable access shall include a plan and budget for transportation to off-site Supportive Services where tenants are not able to walk less than one-half mile. g. Description of how the Supportive Services will be culturally and linguistically competent for persons of different races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, age, and disabilities. This includes explaining how services will be provided to Homekey+ tenants who do not speak English, or have other communication barriers, including sensory and/or cognitive disabilities, and how communication among the LSP, the property manager and these tenants will be facilitated. The services need to include reasonable accommodation and auxiliary aids and services for effective communications.

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h. A staffing plan with staffing levels sufficient to meet the needs of each unique Target Population served by the Project and in accordance with section 302(ii)(a)(1).
i. Estimated itemized budget, and sources of funding for Supportive Services. j. Identification of outcome measures to be tracked, description of the data to be collected for each measure, and explanation of the methods for data collection and entry. Sample forms may be requested by HCD. k. Other information and documentation needed by HCD to evaluate credentials of the proposed LSP and the Supportive Services to be offered for consistency with the Program.
l. HCD may request necessary updates to the Supportive Services plan or related documents, including fully executed written agreements. All updates must be approved prior to occupancy as determined by milestones listed in the Standard Agreement. Grantees who fail to provide all requested updates by Standard Agreement Execution shall be subject to withholding a portion of the Homekey+ Award until the Supportive Services plan is approved by HCD.
ii. Property management and tenant selection policies submitted with the Homekey+ application will be evaluated for the following, consistent with state Housing First requirements and any other state and federal fair housing laws as applicable. These documents must identify and describe alignment with Housing First tenant screening, selection, and other practices consistent with Welfare and Institutions Code Section 8255(b). The descriptions of the use of Housing First and tenant selection in this Supportive Services plan shall be consistent with the property management and tenant selection policies. Applicants should review Assembly Bill No. 1991 (Chapter 645, Statutes of 2022) to inform the Project’s property management and tenant selection policies. The property management and tenant selection policies should address the following and be consistent with state Housing First requirements, as well as other Homekey+ Program Requirements:
a. Applicant eligibility and screening standards including identification of any and all roles in screening activities, including third-parties, and a clear description of those roles. This should include the process for verifying tenants have a Behavioral Health Challenge or suspected Behavioral Health Challenge. Verification can be from county behavioral health staff, qualified supportive service staff, etc.
b. Confidentiality.
c. Substance misuse policy.
d. Compliance with harm reduction principles.
e. Communication between property manager and LSP staff, as well as the

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Project owner.
f. Eviction policies and eviction prevention procedures, including how property management and LSP staff will work together to prevent evictions.
g. Process for assisting tenants to apply for different forms of cash and non-cash benefits to aid the household in retaining their housing, if needed.
h. How potential tenants and in-place tenants will be assisted in making reasonable accommodation requests, in coordination with the LSP and persuasive to outside entities, such as Housing Authorities, to ensure that persons with disabilities have access to and can maintain housing. i. Policies and practices to facilitate voluntary moving on strategies. j. Emergency plan for onsite emergencies and natural disasters. k. Appeal and Grievance Procedures to include how tenants are made aware of these procedures.

Section 303. Single-Family Scattered Site Housing Requirements HCD may Conditionally Award up to $10 million per Single-Family Scattered Site Project for acquisition, Rehabilitation, and an Award for Operating Expenses.

Applications may include up to five (5) sites each. Additional funding may be approved at the discretion of the Director or his/her designee, as specified in Section 207. Applicants for this Project type must meet all requirements identified in Homekey+ NOFA Sections 202(vi), 202(v), and UMR Section 8303(b). Additionally, applications must:
i. Submit all documents required in Article III with the following exceptions:
a. Eligible Projects under this Project type must meet the following threshold requirement, sixty (60) days from the date of the Conditional Award to be considered for an Award. Failure to meet this requirement will rescind the Conditional Award.

1. Evidence of site control for each site, as defined in Section 300(x).

2. A preliminary title report for each site, dated within 60 days of submittal, as defined in Section 300(xi).
b. Eligible Projects under this Project type must meet the following threshold requirements, ninety (90) days from the date of the Conditional Award to be considered for an Award. Failure to meet these requirements will rescind the Conditional Award.

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1. Relocation Assistance Narrative, as defined in Section 300(xvii).

2. Appraisal for each site, as noted in Section 300(xiii).

3. All Projects seeking funding for Rehabilitation must submit the following, as noted in Section 300(xiv):

4. Rehabilitation narrative of current condition of structure(s) and overall scope of work; and

5. Physical needs assessment (PNA) or equivalent evidence of Rehabilitation costs prepared by a qualified independent third-party contractor for each site.

6. All Projects seeking funding for Rehabilitation and new construction are required to submit a Phase I ESA or equivalent, as noted in Section 300(xvi).

7. One-for-one replacement of assisted housing, as defined by Section 300(xxi), including a site map, as defined in Section 300(xxi)(d).

8. Meet the minimum points score required in Section 305 of 100 points. c. Eligible Projects under this Project type must submit updates to the following threshold documents, previously submitted at the time of application as required by Article III, ninety (90) days from the date of the Conditional Award to be considered for an Award. Updates are limited to those pertaining to the identification of Project sites. Failure to meet these requirements will rescind the Conditional Award:

1. Authorizing resolutions, as defined in Section 300(vi)(a);

2. Supportive Services Plan including budget, as defined in Section 302.

3. Overview of plan and timeline for any required entitlements, permits, and environmental clearances, as defined in Section 300(xii) and supported by updated Local and Environmental Verification forms for each site, as required by the application;

4. Equity statement, as defined in Section 300(viii).

5. Engaging the Target Population statement, as defined in Section 300(ix).

6. Development plan, as defined in Section 300(xii).

7. Rehabilitation description, as defined in Section 300(xiv).

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8. Enforceable Funding Commitment(s), as defined in Section 300(xviii) and Article VII.

9. Application workbook updates. Including unit mix, development and operating budgets, and all other necessary areas to complete the application package, as defined in Section 300(iii).

10. All Grantees must coordinate disbursement of funds into an escrow account. Funds shall only be disbursed once all special conditions of disbursement are satisfied and HCD has determined that the Project has sufficiently demonstrated the unification of all sites into one Project, with a single owner and property manager.

Section 304. Recording, Income and Underwriting Requirements i. Homekey+ may fund all units in a Project or a portion of the units. If seeking Homekey+ funding for a portion of the units in a Project, Applicants must identify committed sources for the non-Homekey+ units. The non-Homekey+ units are not required to serve the Homekey+ Target Population and may therefore be restricted at higher AMI levels, which may help promote Project feasibility.
ii. If, at the time of acquisition, an existing tenant’s household income is at or below 50 percent AMI, but the tenant does not qualify as a member of the Target Population, the tenant may remain in place and the unit may still be funded by Homekey+. An Applicant may not include units in the Homekey+ application intended for Veterans if the existing tenant household is not a Veteran or a member of a Veteran’s household. When, in the course of normal tenant turnover, the ineligible household moves from the unit, the unit shall thereafter be occupied by the Target Population. There should be no more than 49 percent of the Assisted Units that do not meet the Target Population at the time of acquisition. An existing household who meets the Target Population definition or was a member of the Target Population at the time they moved into the property will not be counted towards the 49 percent cap. Evidence confirming that existing tenants qualify as either at or below 50 percent AMI or Target Population will be required of the Applicant.
iii. At year 15 from the recordation of the Affordability Covenant, in circumstances where the Grantee has not waived their right and Grantee has exhausted available operating funding and demonstrated to HCD that the Project is no longer feasible, HCD may approve an increase in income levels, to the minimum extent required for fiscal integrity, in five percent increments of Assisted Units up to 50 percent AMI.
a. HCD reserves the right to set restrictions on the unit mix, rent levels, and other factors deemed necessary. To the maximum extent possible, these changes shall minimize the impact on the lowest income Project residents and shall be phased in as gradually as possible. If, following any increase in rents and income limits, or modification of Target Population

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occupancy requirements, new resources become available, or market demand changes, allowing reversion to the former income and rent limits or Target Population occupancy requirements, HCD may re- impose these income limits and rent limits or Target Population occupancy requirements, in whole or in part, subject to an analysis of Project feasibility.
iv. In addition to Section 300 above, Applicants purchasing Affordability Covenants and restrictions will also be evaluated on the following requirements:
a. The Grantees that purchase Affordability Covenants and restrictions for existing residential units shall restrict those units to individuals and households with an individual with Behavioral Health Challenges and who are Homeless or who are At Risk of Homelessness, as defined in 24 CFR part 578.3. Such restriction shall run for 55 years.
v. In addition to Section 300 above, master leasing Projects will also be evaluated on the following requirements:
a. The Grantee shall provide a 15-year plan from the recordation of the Affordability Covenant to cover operations and service costs for the Project with specific funding sources (government/philanthropic/private). vi. As described in Section 101, the Project shall comply with the UMRs (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 8300 et seq.), to the extent those regulations are consistent with Homekey+ requirements, and shall meet the following Homekey+ underwriting requirements:
a. In analyzing Project feasibility, Projects planning to use Tenant Based Vouchers (TBV) for rental income/subsidy sources shall limit projected TBV revenue sources to no more than 50% of the Project’s assisted housing units in the application. Nothing in this NOFA shall be construed to conflict with or limit the operation of state law prohibiting discrimination against tenants based on source of income. Refer to section 508 for nondiscrimination policy requirements. b. Projects that do not have debt service, Project cashflow shall not exceed 12 percent of Operating Expenses in the first 15 years of operations.

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Section 305. Scoring Criteria
In addition to meeting the other minimum Homekey+ Program Requirements outlined in Article III, Applicants must score a minimum of 100 points to be eligible for funding.

Points earned from the application scoring criteria will be incorporated into the project report and the Standard Agreement. Applicants should select criteria based on what accurately represents the Project and is achievable. By earning these points, the Applicant commits to the deliverable throughout the tenure of Homekey+ Project.

Scores will be based on the following:

Table 9: Homekey+ Application Scoring Criteria
Categories and
Maximum Point
Scores
Evaluation Criteria

1. Site Control
(Up to 20 points)
a. Identification of the site suitable for development and evidence of site control, or a plan and timeline for obtaining site control along with other supporting evidence (e.g., letter of intent, an exclusive negotiating agreement, ground lease, etc.). NOTE: Sections 300- 303 of this NOFA further outline site control requirements related to specific Project type. (up to 20 points)
- Fee title (20 points)
- Leasehold (20 points)
- Option agreement/sales contract (20 points)
- Exclusive negotiating agreement (15 points)
- Letter of intent (15 points)
- Other forms approved by HCD (10 points)

2. Cost
Containment
(Up to 15 points)
a. For any Project where the average total cost per Assisted Unit is below baseline per door of $200,000, one (1) point will be assigned for every $10,000 under the baseline amount. (up to 10 points)
b. Utilizing Publicly Owned Land: 5 points will be awarded to Project that is located on a site selected under Excess Sites (Executive Order N-06-19) or any land declared as Surplus Land by a local agency. (5 points)

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Documented commitment of non-Homekey+ rental or operating subsidies (including funded services) that will be used to maintain the ongoing affordability and sustainability of operations of the Project. Sources include, but not limited to, Project-based vouchers, VASH vouchers, Mainstream vouchers, Faircloth to RAD conversions, tenant-based vouchers, or locally funded rental assistance. (up to 45 points)
a. Score is based on weighted subsidy type, percentage of costs covered, and length of commitment. Applications will need to score at least 10 points to be prioritized by the Homekey+ Program. See Section 400 on the process and determination for Projects that will be prioritized in Homekey+.

3. Sustained
Operating
Leverage
(Up to 45 points)
- Project operation subsidies: Up to one (1) point for each year through year fifteen (15). (up to 15 points)
Weighted Point Value by Subsidy Type
Project-Based Rental Subsidy 1
Committed Operating Subsidy 1
Renewable Source* 0.75
Tenant Based Voucher 0.5
Supportive Services / Healthcare Reimbursement 0.5
Intent to pursue funding 0.25
*For years that are uncommitted or not allocated. Years with existing current subsidy will be considered Committed Operating Subsidy. b. Homekey+ Award Utilization:

Applications that request less Homekey+ Operating Award than the Maximum Eligible Award amount will earn more points.

Applications that do not request an operating Award will automatically earn 20 points. (up to 20 points):
- Two (2) points for each 10% increment of Maximum
Eligible Homekey+ Operating Award not utilized.
- No Homekey+ Operating Award Requested (20 points)
c. Mental Health Services Act or Behavioral Health Services Act funds committed to the Project as evidenced by a letter from the local county behavioral health department meeting the EFC requirements in Article VII of this NOFA. (10 points)

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Categories and
Maximum Point
Scores
Evaluation Criteria

4. Experience and
Coordination
(Up to 40 points)
a. Demonstration of Applicant or member(s) of development team’s experience in development, ownership, or operation of a Project(s) similar in scope and size to the proposed Project.

NOTE: Sections 300-303 of this NOFA further outline threshold experience requirements.
- Five (5) points awarded for each additional Project beyond the base threshold requirement (development, ownership, or operation of affordable rental housing or interim Projects in the last ten (10) years serving at least one member of the Target Population). (up to 15 points)
b. Documented evidence of LSP’s experience helping persons address barriers to housing stability and providing other support services, not necessarily within a housing Project. The LSP may be an Applicant, or a member of the development team described in Applicant’s response to point category 4.c., below. LSP experience must be with the specific population(s) with Behavioral Health Challenges housed within the Homekey+ units to count toward points in this section (e.g., families, singles, veterans, Homeless Youth, Chronically Homeless) and must describe how the Supportive Services are culturally and linguistically competent for persons of different races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, ages, and disabilities. NOTE: Sections 300-303 of this NOFA further outline threshold experience requirements.
- One point awarded for each year of service experience, after 3 years. (up to 10 points)
c. Commitment letter(s), MOU(s) or other formal agreement between the Primary and Co-Applicant(s) and/or other involved partners documenting how the complete development and
management team (which includes the Applicant, developer, property manager, LSP, etc.) are connected and will work together on the Project. Applicants are encouraged to complete due diligence checklists to ensure all members of the team are aware of roles and responsibilities. (15 Points)

Categories and
Maximum Point
Scores
Evaluation Criteria

5. Community
Impact
(Up to 40 points)
a. Assisted Units include units for large family housing types (10 points)
- At least 25% of the Assisted Units in the Project shall be twobedroom or larger units, consistent with TCAC Regulations (4 CCR § 10325(g)(1)(A-I)), (10 points)
b. Applicant waives any potential accommodation by HCD to increase income limits at year 15 from the recordation of the Affordability Covenant, as described in Section 304(iii). (up to 20 points)
- At least 25% of Assisted Units restricted (3 points)
- At least 50% of Assisted Units restricted (5 points)
- At least 75% of Assisted Units restricted (10 points) - 100% of Assisted Units restricted (20 points)
c. The extent to which the Project commits to being accessible to persons with disabilities. (up to 10 points)
- Exceeds the state and federal accessibility requirements set forth in Section 508, specifically providing a minimum of 15 percent of units with features accessible to persons with mobility disabilities, as defined in 24 C.F.R. Section 8.22 and the parallel ADAAG 2010 and CBC provisions; (5 points)
- A minimum of 10 percent of units with features accessible to persons with hearing or vision disabilities, as defined in 24 CFR Part 8.22 and the parallel ADAAG 2010 and CBC
Chapter 11B provisions. (5 points)
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