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GENERAL PLAN
ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
City of Garden Grove
REPORTING YEAR 2025
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 3 COMPLIANCE WITH OPR GENERAL PLAN GUIDELINES ........................................ 3
COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE GENERAL PLAN........................................................................................ 7 Military Lands and Facilities .......................................................................... 7 Consultation with Native American Tribes ....................................................... 7 GENERAL PLAN PROGRESS .............................................................................. 8 ADDITIONAL CITY REPORTS: ......................................................................... 21 CONCLUSION .............................................................................................. 21
ATTACHMENTS
Hearing Body Agendas……………………………………………………..………………….….Attachment 1 Housing Element APR……………………………………………………………………………...Attachment 2
INTRODUCTION
Government Code Sections 65400 and 65700 require the City to submit an annual report on the status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation to the City Council, the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR), and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1 of each year.
Every year, the City of Garden Grove reviews the previous year’s actions, residential and non-residential development activities, and programs that work toward providing housing throughout the City, and prepares this report as a review of the activities undertaken to implement the General Plan. The report focuses on the calendar year of 2025. Projects approved, ordinances adopted, and programs implemented during this time are included in the report.
The City is required by the State to prepare an Annual Progress Report that describes its status in implementing the Housing Element. The Annual Progress Report on the Housing Element includes: an annual residential development activity summary and the City’s progress in meeting its share of regional housing needs (i.e., applications, entitlements, permits, and certificates of occupan cy); affordable housing activities related to rehabilitation, preservation, and acquisition; and actions taken t owards furthering the implementation of Housing Element programs. Using the Planning Commission and City Council as an avenue, the City must provide opportunities for public discussion and input on housing issues and Housing Element implementation.
The programs and objectives of the Housing Element identify actions the City will take during the 2021 -2029 planning period to advance the City ’s progress in accommodating its share of regional housing need for each income level, address housing issues, and identify approaches to meet State law housing requirements. The programs outlined in the plan have been implemented in an effort to conserve and improve the conditions of the existing affordable housing stock, assist in the development of housing for low- and moderate-income households, identify adequate sites to encourage the development of a variety of types of housing for all income levels, address and, where appropriate and legally feasible, remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing, and promote equal opportunities for all persons.
In addition, the City maintains a Development Project Update List, which is available on the Planning Division ’s webpage at https://ggcity.org/planning/development- projects-update-list. The report is updated every quarter and includes all residential, commercial, and industrial projects that advance through the Community Development Department.
COMPLIANCE WITH OPR GENERAL PLAN GUIDELINES
In 2008, the City of Garden Grove comprehensively updated the Garden Grove General Plan that included the following elements: Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Conservation, Parks, Recreation and Open Space, Air Quality, Noi se, Safety, Community Design, and Infrastructure. In 2021, the City updated the Land Use
Element, Housing Element, and Safety Element, and adopted a new Environmental Justice Element. The table below provides a summary of the City ’s compliance with OPR’s General Plan Annual Progress Report Guidelines.
Elements
Mandated
by the State
Last
Updated Notes
Land Use Yes 2023
In 2023, the Land Use Element and
Zoning Code/Map were updated to
ensure consistency with the goals,
policies, and programs in the 2021-
2029 Housing Element.
Circulation Yes 2008 In compliance with the State ’s
requirements
Housing Yes 2023
In 2023, the City Council adopted
updates to the 2021-2029 Housing
Element, which eventually was
certified by HCD in December 2023.
Conservation Yes 2008 In compliance with the State ’s
requirements.
Parks,
Recreation, and
Open Space
No 2008
The City is in the process of updating
this element as part of the 2026
Comprehensive General Plan Update.
Air Quality Yes 2008 In compliance with the State ’s
requirements.
Noise Yes 2008 In compliance with the State ’s
requirements.
Safety Yes 2021
In November 2021, the City adopted
updates to the Safety Element to
minimize further the risk of personal
injury, loss of life, property damage,
and environmental damage
associated with natural and man -
made hazards. The updates became
effective in December 2021. The City
began to implement the updates in
2022.
In 2024, the City was in the process
of evaluating the Goal SAF -10AB,
which was aimed at reducing
greenhouse gas emissions citywide,
and being consistent with other City
policy objectives.
Environmental
Justice Yes 2021
The City of Garden Grove
incorporated an Environmental
Justice Element to the City’s General
Plan in December 2021 in
conjunction with updates of the Land
Use, Housing and Safety Element.
Economic
Development No 2008
The Economic Development Element
is not a mandatory element required
by State Planning Law. The City has
added this Element to its General
Plan because the economic health of
the City is important in order to
maintain and improve the quality of
life in the community. In 2021, the
City updat ed The Economic
Development Strategic Plan (EDSP)
prioritizes six (6) Economic
Development goals to be undertaken
over the next three years.
Community
Design No 2008
The Community Design Element is
not a State-mandated element of the
General Plan. This element aims to
recognize and enhance design
opportunities throughout Garden
Grove that will improve the livability
of the community through physical
design considerations in public areas
and encourage quality new
development through appropriate
development policies.
Infrastructure No 2008
Although it is not a State mandated
element, the Infrastructure Element
addresses the following support
infrastructure systems: Wat er,
Sewer, and Storm Drain throughout
the City.
COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW REQUIREMENTS FOR THE
ADMINISTRATION OF THE GENERAL PLAN
Environmental Justice
In 2016, Senate Bill 1000 amended California Government Code Section 63502 to require cities and counties with disadvantaged communities (DACs) to incorporate environmental justice (EJ) policies into their general plans. If a city, county, or city and coun ty has a disadvantaged community, such as Garden Grove, then the environmental justice element, or related environmental justice goals, policies, and objectives integrated into other elements, are required. The City of Garden Grove incorporated an Environm ental Justice Element into the City ’s General Plan in December 2021, to identify objectives and policies to reduce the unique or compounded health risks in disadvantaged communities by means that include, but are not limited to, the reduction of pollution exposure including the improvement of air quality —and the promotion of public facilities, healthy food access, safe and sanitary homes, and physical activity. The Environmental Justice Element also identifies objectives and policies to promote civil engage ment in the public decision-making process that prioritizes improvements and programs that address the needs of disadvantaged communities.
Environmental justice seeks to correct long -standing and existing inequalities regarding pollution and health burdens that certain neighborhoods experience.
Environmental justice is grounded in principles of justice and fairness and focused on creating a society in which everyone can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. Equitable outcomes come about when smart, intentional strategies are put in place to ensure that everyone can participate in and benefit from decisions that shape their neighborhoods and communities.
Military Lands and Facilities
There are no Military Lands or Facilities within Garden Grove city limits.
Consultation with Native American Tribes
The City of Garden Grove completed a full tribal consultation process consistent with State Law, pursuant to Senate Bill 18 (SB 18) and Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52).
GENERAL PLAN PROGRESS
In 202 5, the City continue d to implement the Garden Grove General Plan. The following sections demonstrate projects that implemented goals and policies of each element of the General Plan. The lists of project s included in each section are not meant to be exhaustive or all-inclusive.
ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS
Amendment No. A-042-2025: On July 8, 2025 , the City Council approved a zoning text amendment to various provisions of Title 9 of the Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units, Special Housing Regulations, and other standards, to conform to changes in State law and City policies, and to make clarifications and typographical corretions.
Status: Approved and implemented.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Land Use Element:
Goal LU-1: The City of Garden Grove is a well -planned community with sufficient land uses and intensities to meet the needs of anticipated growth and achieve the community’s vision.
Policy LU -1.3: Support the production of housing citywide that is affordable to lower- and moderate-income households consistent with the policies and targets set forth in the Housing Element.
LU-IMP-1D: Periodically review Zoning Code provisions to ensure that standards and project review processes further the City ’s housing production and economic development objectives.
Goal LU-18: Preservation of City quality and character through compliance with relevant codes and regulations.
Policy LU -18.1: Review the Zoning Code and determine which sections are outdated to meet current trends, regulations, adopted community visions, and the General Plan 2030 land use designations, and revise as necessary.
2. Housing Element:
Goal H-1: Preserve, maintain, and enhance housing and neighborhoods citywide. Goal H-2: Housing supply to accommodate housing needs at all affordability levels. Goal H-3: A range of available housing types, densities, and affordability levels to meet diverse community needs.
Policy H-3.1: Maintain land use policies and regulations that create capacity for development of a range of residential development types that can fulfill local housing needs, including accessory dwelling units, low-density single-family uses, moderate- density townhomes and middle housing, higher -density apartments and condominiums, senior housing, and mixed-use projects.
Policy H-3.2: Provide adequate sites to encourage housing development that will meet the needs of all income groups.
Policy H-4.1: Review and adjust residential development standards, regulations, ordinances, department al processing procedures, and residential fees related to
rehabilitation and construction to determine the constraints on housing development.
Policy H-4.3: Monitor State and federal housing-related legislation, and update City plans, ordinances, and proc esses pursuant to such legislation to remove or reduce governmental constraints.
MAJOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
VODIES RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (Site Plan No. SP -145-2024 and Lot Line Adjusment No. LLA-033-2024): On January 14, 2025, the City Council denied an appeal filed by Supporters Alliance for Environmental Responsibility (SAFER) and uph eld the Planning Commission’s Decision to approve a request to construct a seven -story, 98-unit multiple-family residential apartment complex w ith associated site improvements on a
1.35-acre (Gross) project site, and a Lot Line Adjustment to remove an existing lot line for the purpose of consolidating two (2) adjoining parcels into one (1) parcel to accommodate the proposed residential development.
Status: Approved.
BRANDYWINES RESIDENTIAL PROJECT ( General Plan Amendment N o.
GPA-001-2025, Tentative Parcel Map N o. PM -2024-124, Site Plan No. SP -150- 2025, Variance No. V-045-2025, and Tentative Tract Map No. TT -19336): On April 8, 2025, the City Council approved the land use actions necessary to effectuate approval of a 26-unit townhome residential project on a portion of an approximately 3.025-acre site.
Status: Under Construction.
LAMPSON AVENUE RESIDENTIAL PROJECT ( Site Plan No. SP-152-2025): On March 6, 2025, the Planning Commission approved a request to construct a seven (7) unit, three-story, multiple-family residential apartment building, that includes one (1) affordable housing unit for “very low-income”, and associated site improvements on an approximately
0.29-acre lot.
Status: Approved.
CHAPMAN STREET RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (Site Plan No. SP-156-2025): On June 5, 2025, the Planning Commission approved a request to construct a four-story, thirty-six (36) unit, residential apartment building that includes four (4) affordable housing units, along with associated site improvements on an approximately 0.82-acre lot.
Status: Approved.
COAST STREET APARTMENTS (Site Plan No. SP-162-2025): On September 18, 2025, the Planning Commission approved a request to construct a five-story, thirty-four (34) unit, apartment building that includes three (3) affordable housing unit s, along with associated site improvements on an approximately 0.50-acre lot.
Status: Approved.
Related Goals and Policies for Housing
1. Land Use Element:
Goal LU-3: Higher-density residential development along major thoroughfares and in areas well served by public transit, retail and service businesses, public services, and public gathering places.
Policy LU -3.2: Support development of multi -family housing that provides a diversity of densities, types, and prices that meet the needs of all household income levels.
Policy LU-2.2: Strive to provide a diverse mix of housing types, along with uniformly high standards of residential property maintenance to preserve residents' real estate values and their high quality of life.
Policy LU-2.4: Assure that the type and intensity of land use shall be consistent with that of the immediate neighborhood.
Policy LU-IMP-2B: Review new development with the goal of ensuring it is in similar scale to the adjoining residential neighborhood to preserve its character. Policy LU-4: The City seeks to develop uses that are compatible with one another.
2. Housing Element:
Goal H-1: Preserve, maintain, and enhance housing and neighborhoods Citywide. Policy H-1.3: Promote the rehabilitation of substandard and deteriorating housing, with a particular focus on improvement programs in neighborhoods with the greatest need.
Policy H-1.6: Invest in neighborhoods that have aging and deteriorating housing and infrastructure, and support efforts to eliminate crime, graf fiti, and deferred maintenance practices.
GOAL H-2: Housing supply to accommodate housing needs at all affordability levels. Policy H-3.7: Encourage in-fill housing development that is compatible in character with established residential neighborhoods.
Policy H-3.7: Encourage in-fill housing development that is compatible in character with established residential neighborhoods.
MAJOR MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
12801 BROOKHURST STREET - BROOKHURST PLACE
Grading of the site progressed in 2025. Building permits were issued to reduce the unit count from 112 units to 94 units for Building 2 and to remove a subterranean garage level.
Phase II of the development will include up to 4 44 apartment units and 58 for -sale condominiums; commercial and retail space; and option for a hotel. Upon completion, the 14-acre community project will include 700 new residential units and a one-acre park.
Status: Construction drawings for phase II have been approved ; site grading underway.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Land Use Element:
Policy LU-1.6: Mixed Use should be designed to:
o Create a pleasant walking environment to encourage pedestrian activity. o Create lively streetscapes, interesting urban spaces, and attractive landscaping.
o Provide convenient shopping opportunities for residents close to their residence.
o Integrate with surrounding uses to become a part of the neighborhood rather than an isolated project.
o Use architectural elements or themes from the surrounding area, as appropriate.
o Provide appropriate transition between land use designations to minimize neighbor compatibility conflicts.
Policy LU-1.7: Encourage workplace development in close proximity to residences in areas designated as Mixed Use.
Goal LU-3: Higher-density residential development along major thoroughfares and in areas well served by public transit, retail and service businesses, public services, and public gathering places.
Goal LU-5: Economically viable, vital, and attractive commercial centers throughout the City that serve the needs of the community.
Policy LU-5.1: Work with property owners of vacant commercially -zoned property to develop their sites into appropriate, economically viable projects. Policy LU -4.3: Allow for mixed -use development at varying intensities in Focus Areas as a means of revitalizing underutilized parcels. Policy LU-4.6: Where residential/commercial, or residential/industrial mixed use is permitted, ensure compatible integration of adjacent uses to minimize conflicts. Policy LU-IMP-1B: Evaluate mixed -use project s to ensure that there is an adequate mix of uses on the site and in the area.
2. Housing Element:
Policy H -3.7: In-fill Housing. Encourage in -fill housing development that is compatible in character with established residential neighborhoods.
3. Economic Development Element:
Policy ED-IMP-1A: Use City resources and assist the development community with available financial and economic incentives, where feasible.
NON-HOUSING MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
General Plan Amendment No. GPA-002-2025 and Site Plan No. SP-159-2025: One August 26, 2025, t he City Council approved a General Plan Amendment to increase the maximum allowable floor area ratio from 0.50 to 0.55 for industrial uses , and to allow the construction of an approximately 10,368 square -foot interior mezzanine addition to an existing industrial building.
Status: Approved.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Land Use Element:
Goal LU-1: The City of Garden Grove is a well -planned community with sufficient land uses and intensities to meet the needs of anticipated growth and achieve the community’s vision.
Policy LU-2.4: Assure that the type and intensity of land use are consistent with those of the immediate neighborhood.
Goal LU-4: The City seeks to develop uses that are compatible with one another. Goal LU -7: Industrial areas that contribute in terms of jobs and the economic impacts they provide.
2. Economic Development Element:
Goal ED-2: The City must attract new businesses, while supporting and assisting those already located within Garden Grove.
3. Community Design Element:
Policy CD-1.1: Enhance the positive qualities that give residential, commercial, and industrial areas their unique identities, while also allowing flexibility for innovative design.
Amendment No. A-045-2025: On September 23, 2025, the City Council approved a zoning text amendment to add definitions, special operating conditions, and parking standards to allow Substance Abuse Treatment Centers as a conditionally permitted use for properties zoned M-1 (Limited Industrial).
Status: Approved.
Related Goals and Policies:
Land Use Element:
Goal LU-2.1: Protect residential areas from the effects of potentially incompatible uses.
Policy LU-2.3: Prohibit uses that lead to deterioration of residential neighborhoods or adversely impact the safety or the residential character of a residential neighborhood.
Policy LU-4.4: Avoid intrusion of non-residential uses incompatible with established residential neighborhoods.
Lot Line Adjustment No. LLA-035-2025 and Site Plan No. SP-154-2025: On April 3, 2025, the Planning Commission approved a Lot Line Adjustment to consolidate two parcels into a single, approximately 0.28-acre lot, and a Site Plan to construct a new 5,658
square-foot industrial warehouse, with an attached 3,100 square-foot parking garage, and associated site improvements.
Status: Approved.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Land Use Element:
Goal LU-1: The City of Garden Grove is a well -planned community with sufficient land uses and intensities to meet the needs of anticipated growth and achieve the community’s vision.
Policy LU-2.4: Assure that the type and intensity of land use are consistent with those of the immediate neighborhood.
Goal LU-4: The City seeks to develop uses that are compatible with one another. Policy LU-4.4: Avoid intrusion of non-residential uses incompatible with established residential neighborhoods. The subject property is not directly adjacent to residential uses.
Policy LU-4.5: Require that the commercial and industrial developments adjoining residential uses be adequately screened and buffered from residential areas. Goal LU -7: Industrial areas that contribute in terms of jobs and the economic impacts they provide.
Policy LU-7.3: Monitor the appearance of industrial properties to prevent areas of decline by requiring improved maintenance or rehabilitation, as necessary.
2. Community Design Element:
Policy CD-1.1: Enhance the positive qualities that give residential, commercial, and industrial areas their unique identities, while also allowing flexibility for innovative design.
Policy CD -7.1: Encourage future development and redevelopment projects to reinforce district scale, identity, and urban form.
Site Plan No. SP-158-2025: On June 5, 2025, t he Planning Commission approved a request to construct a new 50,300 square foot shell industrial building, and associated site improvements.
Status: Construction drawings under review.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Land Use Element:
Goal LU-1: The City of Garden Grove is a well -planned community with sufficient land uses and intensities to meet the needs of anticipated growth and achieve the community’s vision.
Goal LU -7: Industrial areas that contribute in terms of jobs and the economic impacts they provide.
Policy LU-2.4: Assure that the type and intensity of land use are consistent with those of the immediate neighborhood.
Goal LU-4: The City seeks to develop uses that are compatible with one another.
Policy LU-7.3: Monitor the appearance of industrial properties to prevent areas of decline by requiring improved maintenance or rehabilitation, as necessary.
OTHER MAJOR PROJECTS
CIVIC CENTER REVITALIZATION PROJECT (11261-11301 ACACIA PARKWAY)
In 2025, the City continued to work on the execution of the Civic Center Revitalization Project. The project steadily achieved key milestones throughout the year as the building officially topped off in March 2025. Community Developement has actively engaged with Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate, design-builder Clark Construction, and architect AC Martin to review and ensure building code compliance during construction of the new Civic Center police headquarters and parking structure. As construction progresses, the Building & Safety Division has been instrumental in conducting inspections and keeping the project on its projected timeline.
Status: Project under construction
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Land Use Element:
• Goal LU-1: The City of Garden Grove is a well -planned community with s ufficient land uses and intensities to meet the needs of anticipated growth and achieve the community’s vision.
• Policy LU-2.1: Protect residential areas from the effects of potentially incompatible uses.
• Policy LU-2.4: Assure that the type and intensity of land use are consistent with those of the immediate neighborhood.
• Policy LU-2.6: Ensure that every neighborhood has a unique community image that is incorporated and reflected in public facilities, streetscapes, signage, and entryways proposed for each neighborhood.
• Goal LU-4: The City seeks to develop uses that are compatible with one another. • Goal LU-11: Restoration of the Civic Center as the heart of the City. • Policy LU-11.1: Maintain and enhance the centralized public function of the Civic Center.
2. Safety Element:
• SAF-IMP-1E: The Police Department will continue to conduct annual needs assessments of police facilities, equipment and personnel to plan and ensure that future.
• Goal SAF -2: Crime reduction can be achieved through public facility and infrastructure improvements and the use of crime reducing design techniques.
3. Community Design Element:
• Policy CD-4.5: Encourage new public and private parking facilities to meet aesthetic and functional standards beneficial to the urban environment. • Goal CD-5: Landmarks contribute to the character and image of Garden Grove.
• Policy CD -5.1: Preserve existing landmarks and encourage the creation of new buildings and monuments that will function as neighborhood and district landmarks. • CD-IMP-5B: Encourage new development to create new landmarks for the community.
3. Circulation Element:
• Goal CIR-7: Adequate access to appropriate parking areas within the City.
PLAN – BUILD – BEAUTIFY
BEAUTIFY CLINTON - As a part of Community Development ’s Plan, Build, Beautify campaign, the Code Enforcement Division kicked off its first ever Beautification event focusing on the Buena Clinton neighborhood on April 26, 2025. Community volunteers and City staff removed graf fiti, cut back overgrown vegetation, and disposed of bulky items.
Even though the event was impacted with heavy rain, roughly 40 volunteers from Living Spring Ministry assisted with trash pick -up and other efforts. Residents came out during the rain and le arned about various resources and connected with the City ’s community partners at a resource fair, and music and lunch were provided.
Beautify Buena Clinton Part 2 occurred on June 21, 2025. Code Enforcement Staff, the Police Gang Unit and volunteers from Living Spring Ministry completed tasks originally planned for the first event which were delayed due to rain.
BEAUTIFY TIBBS - On November 1, Code Enforcement hosted its second community beautification even “Beautify Tibbs ” focusing on the 10600 block of Tibbs Circle. Code Enforcement staff, the Kiwanis Club of Garden Grove, and various City departments collaborated on graffiti removal, vegetation trimming, and bulky item cleanup. A community resource fair was also held, featuring participation from Code E nforcement, Garden Grove Police Department (GGPD), Public Works, Animal Care, Republic Services, Magnolia Family Center, and the Fair Housing Foundation. Approximately 75 residents attended, gaining valuable information on City programs and neighborhood re sources. Beautify Tibbs was a strong example of interdepartmental teamwork and community engagement, demonstrating Garden Grove’s commitment to neighborhood improvement and civic pride.
Status: Implemented.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Environmental Justice Element:
Policy EJ -2.5: Support programs and organizations that assist in cleaning up residential neighborhoods, including litter, trash, and graffiti removal. Goal EJ-4: Increased civic engagement and community outreach, with inclusive and transparent strategies that reflect the Garden Grove community. Policy EJ-4.1: Support an equitable, transparent, and comprehensive approach to civic engagement and public outreach on all aspects of City governance and delivery of services.
2025-2030 GARDEN GROVE HOMELESSNESS STRATEGY: The 2025–2030 Garden Grove Homelessness Strategy, adopted by the City Council on March 11, 2025, builds upon the foundation of the Garden Grove Comprehensive Strategic Plan to Address Homelessness. This five -year strategy outlines the City ’s coordinated approach to homelessness and establishes four key goals that will guide the efforts through 2030:
Strengthen communication and community engagement;
Enhance the service delivery system to improve responses to homelessness; Leverage partnerships, funding, and resources to maximize support for clients; and Improve the quality of life for Garden Grove residents, businesses, and stakeholders.
Status: Implemented.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Environmental Justice Element:
Goal EJ-4: Increased civic engagement and community outreach, with inclusive and transparent strategies that reflect the Garden Grove community. Policy EJ-4.1: Support an equitable, transparent, and comprehensive approach to civic engagement and public outreach on all aspects of City governance and delivery of services.
STREET REHABILITATION PROJECTS: In 2025, the City rehabilitated various streets throughout the City, including the following:
Each segment had varying issues surrounding rehabilitation needs and these were addressed with different measures to properly manage the unique circumstances of each street, which involved some of the following elements: street section removal and replacement (dig outs), cold milling, mi cro-surfacing, asphalt paving, and asphalt rubber and aggregate membrane (ARAM). Concrete rehabilitation include d repair of damaged sidewalk, curb and gutter, cross gutter, catch basin, median curb , and handicap access ramps. Other improvements included re storation of traffic signing, striping, pavement markers, and reestablishment of centerline ties and monuments. The projects were funded by Gas Tax, General Fund, and the Community Development Block Grant.
Street Segment Limits
Valley View Street 22 Freeway → City Limits
Brookhurst Street Hazard Avenue → Westminster Avenue
Lampson Avenue Springdale Street → Knott Street
Ward Street Hazard Avenue → Morningside Drive
Euclid Street Parking Lot Farmers & Merchant Bank
Fern Street Garden Grove Boulevard → Stanford Avenue
Jackson Street North of Acacia Avenue
Wynant Drive North of Acacia Avenue
Jefferson Street North of Acacia Avenue
Jackson Street North of Stanford Avenue
Wynant Drive North of Stanford Avenue
Monroe Street North of Acacia Avenue
Status: Completed
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Circulation Element:
Goal CIR-2: Improved traffic flows along the Garden Grove Freeway, as well as improved access along the Freeway, within the City of Garden Grove. Goal CIR-9: Improved aesthetic quality and maintenance of arterial highways and local roadways.
2. Environmental Justice Element:
Policy EJ-2.4: Enhance sidewalks and crosswalks to create safe walking conditions and easy access to public amenities and transit stops within disadvantaged communities and pedestrian priority areas.
Street Segment Limits
Killarney Road East of Monroe Street
Lenore Street East of Monroe Street
Trinette Drive East of Monroe Street
Cerulean Drive East of Monroe Street
Monroe Street Stanford Avenue → Lampson Avenue
Stanford Avenue Fern Street → Dale Street
Acacia Avenue Fern Street → Dale Street
Garden Grove
Boulevard
22 Freeway → Beach Boulevard (Cooperative Project with City of Westminster)
Chapman Avenue Harbor Boulevard → Lewis Street
Lampson Avenue City Limits → Valley View Street
Lampson Avenue Nelson Street → Euclid Street
Trask Avenue Brookhurst Street → Benton Street
Dale Street Garden Grove Boulevard → Lampson Avenue
Garden Grove
Boulevard
Magnolia Street → Gilbert Street
Longden Street Anthony Avenue → Stanford Avenue
Stanford Avenue Longden Street → Owen Street
Cerulean Avenue Valley View Street → Topaz Street
Wakefield Avenue Euclid Street → City Limits
Knott Street Lampson Avenue → Chapman Avenue
WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM
In 2025, t he City continued its partnership with the Municipal Water District of Orange County to participate in various water loss programs offered through cost sharing between agencies that lowers costs through economies of scale.
On an annual basis, the City participates in leak detection and meter testing to ensure accuracy. The leak detection program involves segments of the City surveyed for leaks on the city owned and privately owned sides of the water meter. This allows all city-owned side
leaks to be addressed in a timely manner. Residents or businesses are notified of privately owned side leaks to allow them the opportunity to fix the leak and prevent future water waste.
Status: Implemented
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Conservation Element:
Goal CON -1: Garden Grove ’s water resources shall be conserved to ensure equitable amounts of clean water for all users.
Policy CON-1.4: Continue to implement a Water Conservation Program. Policy CON-1.2: Reduce the waste of potable water through efficient technologies, conservation efforts, and design and management practices, and by better matching the source and quality of water to the user’s needs.
WATER QUALITY UPDATE
As of August 6, 2025, the Division of Drinking Water (DDW) implemented new Notification and Response Levels (NLs/RLs) for PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl) compounds.
The new drinking water standards have created the need for additional PFAS treatment facilities to be built within the next six years, depending on when the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) adopts state enforcement requirements.
The City currently operates treatment facilities at Wells 21, 23, 28, 29, 30, and 31, with new PFAS treatment systems at Wells 19, 22, 26, and 27 either under construction or in the planning phase to meet updated water quality standards. The Orange County Wate r District (OCWD) fully funded the construction of the existing treatment plants and is also funding the design and construction of the new PFAS treatment projects.
Under a 30 -year agreement ending in April 2050, OCWD provides the City with annual partial reimbursements for operating costs, covering up to 50% of expenses and approximately $80 per acre -foot of treated water. On behalf of the City, OCWD is also applying for a PFAS grant under the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Emerging Contaminant Principal Forgiveness Program, administered by the SWRCB.
Status: Implemented
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Conservation Element:
Goal CON-2: Protect and improve water quality.
Policy CON-2.4: Continue to comply with Federal, State, and regional governments and agencies to protect and improve the quality of local and regional groundwater resources available to the City.
SEWER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
In 202 5, the City continued significant efforts to maintain its sewer system. Key accomplishments included:
• Removal and replacement of 10 manhole rings and covers. • Inspection of approximately 3,425 out of 9,700 manholes. • Completion of closed circuit television (CCTV) work for 336,511 linear feet of sewer line and approximately 1,157,519 linear feet of cleaning. • Approximately 462,000 linear feet of line cleaning and CCTV was completed by contractors as part of the District ’s Rehabilitation Plan – Phase 3. This is a condition assessment of our sewer system and allows the District to develop rehabilitation and maintenance plans for the sewer system. • Completion of the Root Control Program covering 26,270 linear feet of sewer lines.
• Diverted 15 possible sewer system overflows.
• Continuation of Roach Spraying Program addressing 3,113 manholes. • Completion of 1,863 hot spot cleanings.
Status: Completed
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Infrastructure Element:
Goal INFR-2: Adequate wastewater facilities shall be provided to serve new and existing development within the City.
Policy INFR -2.1: Continue to maintain, improve and replace aging wastewater systems to ensure the provision of these services to all areas of the community.
SEWER MONITORING DEVICES
In 2025, seven (7) sewer monitoring systems, SmartCover Unit, were installed throughout the City at locations with a history of sanitary sewer overflows. This SmartCover technology provides continuous real -time data transmitted through two -way wireless remote sensors and is viewed on a web -based interface. When wastewater levels rise above average conditions, the sensors send a high water alarm to Staff. Early detection of potential sanitary sewer overflows through this remote monitoring technology allows District Staff to respond quickly and potentially prevent sanitary sewer overflows before they occur.
In addition to these devices, Staff also identifies potential sewe r blockages through CCTV inspections and sewer line cleaning. As a result, staff was able to divert a total of 197 sewer blockages during the reporting year.
Status: Completed
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Infrastructure Element:
Goal INFR-2: Adequate wastewater facilities shall be provided to serve new and existing development within the City.
Policy INFR -2.1: Continue to maintain, improve and replace aging wastewater systems to ensure the provision of these services to all areas of the community. Policy INFR-2.2: Continue to coordinate with the Garden Grove Sanitary District (GGSD) and Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD) to ensure existing wastewater systems are maintained and upgraded and new wastewater facilities are constructed, as needed.
SEWER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
In 2025, the City has conducted several Capital Improvement projects , including the following:
Acacia Sewer Main Replacement Project - This project involved the construction of 1,235 linear feet of new 8-inch sewer mains, as well as the removal and disposal of existing sewer lines along Acacia Parkway from Euclid Street to Civic Center Drive and along Civic Center Drive from Acacia Avenue to Garden Grove Boulevard.
Sewer Main Lining and Spot Repairs Projects 5&6 – This project involved the rehabilitation of approximately 20,000 linear feet of 8-inch and 10-inch sewer mains using ultraviolet (UV) light-cured glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) liners at various locations within the area bounded by Trask Avenue, Brookhurst Street, Chapman Avenue, and Newhope Street.
SCADA Implementation Project – Sanitation Lift Stations SCADA Improvement Project – This project invol ved upgrading the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system at three sewer pump stations.
Status: Completed
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Infrasctructure Element:
Policy INFR -2.1: Continue to maintain, improve and replace aging wastewater systems to ensure the provision of these services to all areas of the community.
WOODBURY PARK REVITALIZATION AND EXPANSION PROJECT
In June 2025, the City of Garden Grove awarded the construction contract to Act 1 Construction for a complete renovation of the 3.3-acre park, including an expansion of half an acre on the southeast corner on school district property. The new 3.8 -acre park will include the installation of a new walking trail, outdoor fitness equipment, recreational swimming pool, two playground areas, picnic shelters, a skate spot, basketball courts, lighting, restrooms, and a parking lot.
Status: Under Construction.
Related Goals and Policies:
1. Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Element:
PRK-IMP-1C: When and where possible, consider the potential for additional parks or recreation facilities on public or private sites that can support a recreational activity such as vacant large buildings, undeveloped industrial propert ies, and/or existing underutilized parcels.
Goal PRK-3: Well-maintained and improved recreational parkland and facilities, both indoor and outdoor, provide the community with increased facility usage, along with encouraging healthy lifestyles and a sense of community pride in citywide facilities.
Policy PRK -3.1: Inventory existing parks and recreation facilities to determine rehabilitation needs through a periodic monitoring program, and establish the priority list for facility maintenance and/or rehabilitation.
2. Environment Justice Element:
Policy EJ -2.7: Purse park improvements at established park and recreational facilities with new and improved amenities that meet the needs of the community.
ADDITIONAL CITY REPORTS:
Budget and Financial Reports: https://ggcity.org/sites/default/files/fy24-25-city-of- garden-grove-acfr-01-26.pdf
Performance Report: https://ggcity.org/docs/Performance-Report Active Streets Master Plan : https://ggcity.org/sites/default/files/active-streets- master-plan-web.pdf
Parks, Recreation & Facilities Master Plan: https://ggcity.org/sites/default/files/PRF- Master-Plan.pdf
Quarterly Report: https://ggcity.org/docs/City-of-Garden-Grove-Quarterly-Report
CONCLUSION
The General Plan continues to direct all land use decisions for the City and is a good guide for direction in Garden Grove’s future development. The City continues to follow opportunities that meet Garden Grove’s Community vision, which is to be a safe, attractive, and economically vibrant city with an informe d and involved public.
Garden Grove is a diverse community that promotes unique attributes and strives to preserve our residential character.
Planning Commission Date: February 19, 2026
City Council Date: March 10, 2026