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18 ABC D E F G H I
Jurisdiction Hercules
Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
1 2 345 6 7 8 9
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
Program H1-1: First-Time
Homebuyer Assistance
Programs
Support first-time low- and moderate-
income home buyers by connecting them to
the Down Payment Assistance program,
encouraging application to the Federal
Home Ownershi
p Program.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
A First Time Homebuyer Resource Guide has been
prepared and is available on the City of Hercules
website. Outcome Measured: Providing direction to first- time low- and moderate income home buyers.
Other 1 https://www.herculesca.gov/government/afford
able-housing
Program H1-1: First-Time
Homebuyer Assistance
Programs
Publicize housing assistance programs and
provide information on these programs on
the City’s website and via social media,
through flyers posted at City facilities, and
via staff assistance at City Hall.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
A First Time Homebuyer Resource Guide has been
prepared and is available on the City of Hercules
website. Outcome Measured: Continuously publicizing
housing assistance programs and related information.
Other 1 https://www.herculesca.gov/government/afford
able-housing
Program H1-2: Affordable
Housing Partnerships and
Funding Sources
Increase affordable housing activities like
construction, rehabilitation, and financial
assistance to renters and owners. Provide
loans and grants to maintain a high-quality
affordable housing stock, and actively
support efforts to secure additional
affordable housing funding sources.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle In Progress
The City issued a $5 million Housing Successor NOFA
welcoming proposals that achieve this goal; the City is in the process of reviewing three (3) proposals. City
explored CalTrans and BART partnership options; there
are no immediate opportunities. Outcome Measured:
Increase affordable housing activities and support
affordable housing funding sources.
Other 1 https://www.herculesca.gov/home/showpublish
eddocument/18490/638954507690029816
Program H1-3: Housing
Choice Voucher Program
Expand the location of participating voucher
properties. 12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
The City issued a $5 million Housing Successor NOFA
and is reviewing proposals to determine if any plan to
apply for project-based vouchers. Outcome Measured:
Expansion of voucher properties.
Other https://www.herculesca.gov/home/showpublish
eddocument/18490/638954507690029816
Program H1-3: Housing
Choice Voucher Program
Continue to support the HCV section 8
program, promote HCV usage in higher
resource areas, and work with the Contra
Costa Housing Authority to increase HCV
use in Hercules.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
City's consultant has started to work with Contra County Housing Authority. Outcome Measured: Colaborating with
the County to support HCV use in Hercules.
Other None
Program H1-3: Housing
Choice Voucher Program
Continue to support the HCV program,
promote HCV usage to protected/vulnerable
populations, and work with the Contra Costa
Housing Authority to increase HCV use in
Hercules.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
City's consultant has started to work with Contra County Housing Authority. Outcome Measured: Colaborating with
the County to support HCV use in Hercules.
Other None
Program H1-3: Housing
Choice Voucher Program
As part of Program H4-4 (Outreach Plan),
conduct outreach to landlords to expand
participating voucher properties, targeting
Tract 3581.04.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
City's consultant has started to work with Contra County Housing Authority. Outcome Measured: Collaborating
with the County to expand voucher properties in
Hercules.
Other None
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 11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
19 20
21 Program H1-3: Housing
Choice Voucher Program
As part of Program H4-4 (Outreach Plan),
conduct outreach and tenant/landlord
education through community events and
public forums regarding income
discrimination and voucher programs.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
City's consultant has started to work with Contra County Housing Authority. Outcome Measured: Collaborating
with the County to conduct events
Meetings None
Program H1-4: Monitor and
Preserve Affordable
Housing and At-Risk
Housing
Monitor affordable housing projects in the
City and preserve all affordable units. 12/31/2031 6th Cycle In Progress Staff has verified with property managers and/or owners that 459 of the 485 existing affordable rental units in Hercules are protected well beyond the 6th cycle, into the 2040s and beyond. Approximately 26 units at The Arbors
that are protected by TCAC will expire in September
2029; however, the owner, BRIDGE housing, has
indicated that it is their policy to keep all units affordable for as long as they own the property, and that the
remaining 33 affordable units in the building are protected until 2043. Outcome Measured: Number of Affordable
Units preserved.
Units 459 None
Program H1-4: Monitor and
Preserve Affordable
Housing and At-Risk
Housing
Throughout the planning period, utilize
CDBG or other funds, as available, to
provide financial assistance for minor
repairs of homes owned and occupied by
lower-income residents. Eligible repairs
include plumbing, electrical, painting,
carpentry, roof, and masonry, with a goal of
assisting 16 households.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle In Progress
The City has a $25,000 contract in place with Rebuilding Together East Bay Network, using City funding, to assist with home repairs for low income residents.
Households 3 None
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
22 23
Program H1-5: Code
Enforcement
Inspect all inquiries of code enforcement
violations 12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
All inquiries of code enforcement violations continue to be inspected. The City of Hercules invested time and
financial resources by purchasing, configuring and
deploying a GOGov Code Enforcement software module
to provide an efficient review, tracking and resolution of Code Enforcement cases. Outcome Measured: Number
of code cases opened related to housing, such as
substandard housing and unpermitted construction
Other 28 https://www.herculesca.gov/i-want-
to/request/hercules-connect
Program H2-1: Ensure
Adequate Sites to
Accommodate Regional
Fair Share of Housing
Growth
Maintain an inventory of available sites for
residential development and provide it to
prospective developers, continue to track
new housing projects and progress toward
meeting the City’s RHNA, and create a
regulatory environment that enables the
private market to build a variety of housing
types and income levels.
12/31/2028 6th Cycle In Progress
The CIty's Housing Element sites inventory is posted on the City website and updated as needed. Three additional sites have been added to the inventory to make up
capacity lost due to a lower-density Builder's remedy
application on one of the identified housing sites.
Additional sites are anticipated to be identified through the forthcoming General Plan Land Use update.
Outcome Measured: Number of additional sites identified Other 3
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/com
munity-development/general-plan/general-plan
-
update
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
24 25
Program H2-2: Mixed-Use
and TOD Sites Lot
Consolidation
Continue to facilitate construction of
residences in mixed-use zones and within
the transit-oriented Waterfront District Plan
area and continue to provide incentives for
lot consolidation of parcels in mixed-use
areas.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
A development of 171 units including 9 affordable units was approved in 2025 in the mixed-use waterfront area.
Another SB 330 residential project that includes 142
market-rate units and 36 affordable units is under review within the Waterfront District Master Plan. A third
proposed project under review within the WDMP area
would include 83 units, including 82 additional affordable units. Incentives for lot consolidation through rounding up of allowable dwelling units remain in place, although the city's mixed-use areas do not contain any small parcels that would benefit from consolidation. Outcome
Measured: Number of units proposed in mixed-use
zones
Units 432 https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/hercules-projects
Program H2-3: Senior
Housing
Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the
current Zoning Ordinance to identify areas
where adjustments can be made to better
accommodate the development of senior
housing.
12/31/2024 6th Cycle Completed
Zoning code amendments adopted in January 2025 (Ord.
554) removed the Conditional Use Permit requirement
for senior and multifamily housing, making these
permitted uses in residential and mixed-use zones. Staff has analyzed the zoning ordinance and did not identify
any further adjustments needed to facilitate senior
housing, which already benefits from provisions in the
zoning code including reduced parking citywide and zero required parking in the Waterfront District. No new senior housing has been proposed. Outcome Measured:
Number of Zoning Ordinance Amendments.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
26 27
28 29
Program H2-3: Senior
Housing
Engage with stakeholders, including local
senior advocacy groups, developers, and
residents, to gather input and insights on the
specific needs and preferences of the senior
population in Hercules.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
Additional outreach to stakeholders will be conducted as part of the General Plan update that will commence in
Spring 2026. Four (4) senior outreach events were
conducted in 2025 through coordination with Home Match
and Rebuilding Together East Bay Network, supporting
senior housing options.
Meetings 4
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/com
munity-development/general-plan/general-plan
-
update
https://www.herculesca.gov/home/showpublish
eddocument/18811/639074429140270000
Program H2-3: Senior
Housing
Review and revise the Zoning Ordinance to
provide appropriate standards to encourage
development of senior housing.
12/31/2026 6th Cycle Completed
Zoning code amendments adopted in January 2025 (Ord.
554) removed the Conditional Use Permit requirement
for senior and multifamily housing, making these
permitted uses in residential and mixed-use zones. Staff has analyzed the zoning ordinance and did not identify
any further adjustments needed to facilitate senior
housing, which already benefits from provisions in the
zoning code including reduced parking citywide and zero required parking in the Waterfront District. No new senior housing has been proposed. Outcome Measured: Zoning
Ordinance Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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Program H2-4: Accessory
Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Encourage conversion of unpermitted ADUs
without penalty and provide information to
the applicant/homeowner.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
No unpermitted ADUs have been identified. ADU
Amnesty information has been added to the City
Website, ADU page and to the ADU Mini-guide for
Homeowners on the City website. Outcome Measured:
Unpermitted ADUs converted
Units
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/planning-applications/accessory-dwelling-
units
Program H2-4: Accessory
Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Encourage ADU development by developing
an ADU information packet, coordinate with
neighboring jurisdictions to participate in
educational opportunities, and monitor ADU
permit applications and approvals.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
The City's ADU Ordinance was updated on January 10,
2023 (Ordinance No. 543) to comply with State law. The
City created an ADU webpage, checklist, and
informational handout to support ADU construction.
Outcome Measured: Website update and monitoring
ADU permit applications.
Other 1
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/planning-applications/accessory-dwelling-
units
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
30 31
32 Program H2-4: Accessory
Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Participate in regional efforts to pre-approve
ADU plans for County residents, including
Hercules residents.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
Staff participated in ABAG's ADU Regional Working
Group throughout 2024 and created an ADU Mini-Guide
for Homeowners informational handout based upon an
ABAG template in 2025. Outcome Measured: Ongoing
regional participation.
Other 1
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/planning-applications/accessory-dwelling-
units
Program H2-5: Alternative
Housing Models
Encourage the provision of innovative
housing types that may be suitable for the
community, including modular homes,
middle housing types, community care
facilities, supportive housing, and assisted
living for seniors, through discussions with
developers.
12/31/2026 6th Cycle Continuous
Zoning code amendments adopted in January 2025 (Ord.
554) added a definition of "manufactured home"
consistent with HSC 18007, as may be amended, and
clarifying that manufactured homes are permitted in any residential zone where a conventional single-family
detached dwelling is permitted, subject to the same
density and property development standards. Outcome
Measured: Zoning Ordinance Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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Program H2-6: No Net
Loss
Government Code §65863 states that no
jurisdiction shall “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, or allow development 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.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
The City has received and is reviewing a Builder's
Remedy application for one site for development at a
lower residential density than projected in the Housing Element sites inventory. Anticipating that project's
approval, the City has identified three additional sites adequate to make up the deficit and accommodate its
share of housing need by income level, without the need for rezoning, as shown in Table C. Measured Outcome:
Additional sites identified
Other 3 None
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
33 34
35 Program H2-7:
Replacement of Units on
Sites
Establish clear guidelines and criteria for
determining the affordability of replacement
units based on the income levels of
previous occupants and make this
information available to stakeholders and
developers.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Continuous
The City has contracted with a consultant, RSG, to assist with implementing this and other housing programs.
Guidelines and criteria for determining the affordability of replacement units have been created and will be made
available to stakeholders and developers as needed.
Outcome Measured: Creation of guidelines and criteria
for determining affordability of replacement units.
Other 1 None
Program H2-7:
Replacement of Units on
Sites
Implement monitoring and enforcement
mechanisms to track the progress of
affordable housing replacement within
development projects.
12/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
The City contracted with a consultant, RSG, to create
Replacement Housing and Relocation guidelines to
ensure compliance with the Housing Crisis Act of 2019.
In addition, the one project containing units whose
protection may expire during this cycle, The Arbors, also contains other units protected until 2043 and is thus not a candidate for redevelopment during this cycle. Outcome
Measured: Creation of monitoring guidelines to track
replacement units.
Other 1 None
Program H2-8:
Development on
Nonvacant Sites
Identify and prioritize nonvacant sites. 12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous Nonvacant sites are identified in the sites inventory, and all development appications are reviewed within statutory timelines by the City's very small staff. Should any
development applications on nonvacant sites be
received, staff would prioritize them ahead of other
applications to the extent possible. Additional nonvacant sites sutiable for housing may be identified in the General Plan Land Use element update. Outcome Measured:
Continue to identify and prioritize nonvacant sites.
Other 1
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/general-plan &
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/com
munity-development/general-plan/general-plan
-
update
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
36 37
38 39
Program H2-8:
Development on
Nonvacant Sites
Enhance opportunities for adaptive reuse of
nonresidential existing buildings for housing. 12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous No such opportunities have been identified. The City's
existing nonresidential building stock is primarily retail or light industrial structures that are generally not suitable for residential conversion, often with deed restrictions and/or covenants that prohibit residential uses. Outcome Measured: Staff will provide direction to customers
interested in adaptively reusing nonresidential buildings.
Other None
Program H2-8:
Development on
Nonvacant Sites
Facilitate housing development on
nonvacant sites by updating codes and
ordinances to accelerate the approval
process.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
Zoning code amendments to streamline approvals by
removing Conditional Use Permit requirements were
adopted in January 2025 (Ord. 554). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Updates.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Density Bonus 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Density Bonus standards were updated on April 9, 2024
(Ordinance No. 551) to comply with state law and adopt
SDBL by reference. Outcome Measured: Zoning Code
Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 551
Amends §§ 13-6.100, 13-6.300, 13-30.420
and 13-60.200; amends and renumbers §§ 13-
30.460 and 13-30.470 as 13-30.430 and 13-
30.440; repeals §§ 13-30.430, 13-30.440 and
13-30.450, density bonus law (13-6, 13-30, 13-
60).
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Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Development Standards 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Development Standards, Use Permit Findings, Design
Review Findings, Residential Care Facilities and
Reasonable Accommodation Procedures were updated
on February 11, 2025 (Ordinance No. 554). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
40 41
42 43
44 45
Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Use Permit Findings 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Development Standards, Use Permit Findings, Design
Review Findings, Residential Care Facilities and
Reasonable Accommodation Procedures were updated
on February 11, 2025 (Ordinance No. 554). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Design Review Findings 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Development Standards, Use Permit Findings, Design
Review Findings, Residential Care Facilities and
Reasonable Accommodation Procedures were updated
on February 11, 2025 (Ordinance No. 554). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Residential Care Facilities 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Development Standards, Use Permit Findings, Design
Review Findings, Residential Care Facilities and
Reasonable Accommodation Procedures were updated
on February 11, 2025 (Ordinance No. 554). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Reasonable Accommodation Procedures 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Development Standards, Use Permit Findings, Design
Review Findings, Residential Care Facilities and
Reasonable Accommodation Procedures were updated
on February 11, 2025 (Ordinance No. 554). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
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Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Emergency Shelters 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Zoning amendments for Emergency Shelters and
Supportive and Transitional Housing were approved on
February 13, 2024 (Ordinance No. 549). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 549 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, §§ 13-35.258, 13-35.260
and Ch. 13-60, low-barrier navigation centers
(13-6, 13-12, 13-15, 13-18, 13-35, 13-60)
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Program H3-1: Zoning
Code Amendments Supportive and Transitional Housing 12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed Zoning amendments for Emergency Shelters and
Supportive and Transitional Housing were approved on
February 13, 2024 (Ordinance No. 549). Outcome
Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 549 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, §§ 13-35.258, 13-35.260
and Ch. 13-60, low-barrier navigation centers
(13-6, 13-12, 13-15, 13-18, 13-35, 13-60)
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11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
46 47
48 49
Program H3-2: Housing for
Extremely Low-Income
and Low-Income
Households
Encourage and remove constraints on
housing for extremely low-income
households by supporting the establishment
of transitional and supportive housing,
applying the same residential zoning
restrictions, complying with AB 101 (Low-
Barrier Navigation Centers), and prioritizing
funding for extremely low-income projects.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Completed
The City updated the Zoning Code effective February 22, 2023, to comply with AB 2162 (Ordinance No. 544). To
comply with requirements of AB 2162, that supportive
housing be a use by right in zones where multifamily and mixed uses are permitted, including nonresidential zones permitting multifamily uses, if the proposed housing
development meets specified criteria, Land Use
Regulation Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1, 13-15.1, and 13-18.1 changed Supportive Housing from Administrative or
Conditional Use Permit requirement to a Permitted Use.
On February 13, 2024, Ordinance 549, the City also
amended provisions of the Hercules Municipal Code
(Table 13-6.1), Chapter 13-35 (Section 13-35.258.
Emergency Shelters), and Chapter 13-60. Definitions,
pursuant to California Assembly Bill 2339 and amended
Hercules Municipal Code (Table 13-12.1, 13-15.1 and 13-
18.1), Chapter 13-35 (Section 13-35.260. Low-Barrier
Navigation Centers), and Chapter 13-60 Definitions,
pursuant to California Assembly Bill 101. In addition, staff is in active discussions with an affordable housing
developer, Community HousingWorks, regarding
development of very-low and low-income housing on a
vacant site near the planned Hercules Hub, and the City has assisted their fundraising effort with a letter.
Outcome Measured: Zoning Code Update.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
https://ecode360.com/47767736#47767736
Program H3-3:
Development Approval
Process Streamlining
Provide timely review of discretionary and
non-discretionary residential development
requests, with fees sufficient only to cover
the actual costs (direct and overhead)
incurred by the City. Periodically evaluate
land development processing procedures to
ensure that project review is accomplished
in the minimum time necessary to
implement the General Plan and ensure
public health, safety, and welfare protection.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
Application fees are reviewed on an annual basis and are structured to cover actual costs. The CIty updated permit fees in 2024 based on a comprehensive fee study.
Outcome Measured: Ongoing annual evaluation of
process and fees for discretionary and non-discretionary residential development requests.
Other 1 None
Program H3-3:
Development Approval
Process Streamlining
Notify local developers about the SB 35 and
SB 330 procedures and information that is
available on the City’s website.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Completed
Staff updated the City's website and developed an SB 35 streamlining informational handout, checklist, and
application. A webpage and application have been
prepared for SB 330. Outcome Measured: Creation of
submittal process information that have been added to
the City website.
Other 1
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/sb-330-housing-crisis-act &
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/senat
e-bill-35-streamlined-affordable-housing
Program H3-3:
Development Approval
Process Streamlining
Objective Design Standards are already in
place for most of the City’s growth areas.
Based on grant availability, annually apply
for funds to expand the City’s Objective
Design Standards to multi- family projects
citywide with the goal of completing the
standards by the end of 2026.
12/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
City-wide Objective Design Standards for multi-family
projects have not yet been created, but objective design standards are in place for the Waterfront District through the Wasterfront District Master Plan. No grant funding
opportunities were identified in 2025. Outcome
Measured: Adoption of citywide Objective Design
Standards
Other
Waterfront District Master Plan:
https://www.herculesca.gov/home/showpublish
eddocument/12525/636752139932630000
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
50 51
52 53
54 55
56 57
Program H3-4: Reduce
Parking Constraints for
New Development
Monitor revisions to state law and revise
City ordinances as needed to comply with
any reductions in parking requirements.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
City staff has continued to monitor State law related to reductions in parking requirements. Outcome Measured:
Zoning Code Updates as needed.
Other None
Program H3-4: Reduce
Parking Constraints for
New Development
Continue to allow concessions of parking
requirements for senior housing, consistent
with Zoning Ordinance Section 13-32.1, as
well as allowing a zero-parking requirement
for senior and affordable housing units
within the Waterfront District Master Plan.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Completed
Concessions to parking standards for senior housing are allowed subject to Hercules Municipal Code Table 13-
32.1. Outcome Measured: Application of ordinance
Other 1 https://ecode360.com/477 68544#47768554
Program H3-4: Reduce
Parking Constraints for
New Development
Continue to monitor and apply Ordinance
536, which can reduce or completely waive
parking requirements to encourage new
development.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Completed
Hercules Municipal Code Section 13-32.500, Parking
Exceptions, will continue to be provided as an option for new development. Outcome Measured: Application of
ordinance
Other 1 https://ecode360.com/477 68544#47768604
Program H3-5:
Nongovernmental
Constraints
Identify non-governmental constraints
affecting development processes and
regulations.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
Developers have indicated to staff that the feasibility of multifamily development in Hercules is constrained
primarily by the lack of available project financing due to rising interest rates and construction costs coupled with declining prevailing rents in the subregion, all of which are outside of the City's ability to influence. Outcome Measured: Modify processes to eliminate constraints as
needed.
Other None
Program H3-5:
Nongovernmental
Constraints
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather
insights and perspectives on potential
revisions to alleviate constraints.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle In Progress
The City has contracted with a consultant, RSG, to assist with implementing this and other housing programs.
Outcome Measured: Ongoing collaboration with
stakeholders.
Meetings None
Program H3-5:
Nongovernmental
Constraints
Propose and implement necessary revisions
to development regulations or processes to
address identified constraints.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle In Progress
The City has contracted with a consultant, RSG, to assist with implementing this and other housing programs. As
noted, the nongovernmental constraints identified by
developers, such as construction costs, prevailing rents, and interest rates, are all beyond the CIty's ability to influence. Outcome Measured: Revise development
regulations and processes as necessary.
Other None
Program H3-5:
Nongovernmental
Constraints
Monitor the effectiveness of implemented
revisions and adjust as needed to ensure
continual improvement in facilitating
development.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
The City has contracted with a consultant, RSG, to assist with implementing this and other housing programs. As
noted, the nongovernmental constraints identified by
developers, such as construction costs, prevailing rents, and interest rates, are all beyond the CIty's ability to influence. Outcome Measured: Evaluation of revisions.
Other None
Program H3-6:
Infrastructure Master
Planning
By January 31, 2025, adopt sewer services
to affordable housing projects (SB 1087). 3/11/2025 6th Cycle Completed The Hercules-Pinole Water Control Polution Plant is
operated by the City of Pinole. On March 11, 2025, the
Hercules City Council adopted a resolution finding that the City of Pinole's Sewer Priority Policy meets the
requirements of SB 1087. Outcome Measured: Adoption
of sewer services to affordable housing projects.
Other 1
https://hercules.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.
aspx?ID=7253097&GUID=4473AAF2-F8EB-
4CF2-8A2C-
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11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
58 59
60 Program H3-6:
Infrastructure Master
Planning
Upon adoption of the Housing Element,
provide a copy to EBMUD (SB 1087). 1/16/2025 6th Cycle Completed A copy of the adopted Housing Element was provided to
EBMUD on January 16, 2025. Outcome Measured:
Submittal of Housing Element adoption documentation.
Other 1 None
Program H3-6:
Infrastructure Master
Planning
Review the General Plan and engage
stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to
gather input and insights on local
development needs and infrastructure
requirements. The City will complete CIP
projects to facilitate neighborhood
improvements which may include, but are
not limited to: • Refugio Park Tree
Replacement and Shade Structures (central
Hercules) – Approximately 70 trees have
been installed and additional improvements
are anticipated commence in 2025 (shade
structures, pathways, etc.) • The Hercules
Hub (southwestern Hercules) – The
Hercules Hub is a regional, state-of-the-art
housing and transportation development. It
will connect thousands of housing units with
a new train stop along the Capitol Corridor,
bicycle and pedestrian pathways, bus
routes, carpool options, and a future ferry
service. A ferry feasibility study has been
completed and the City has a consultant
team engaged in seeking additional federal,
state and regional grant funding to complete
the design of the train station.
12/31/2030 6th Cycle In Progress
Infrastructure improvements necessary for development
will be further studied as part of the forthcoming General Plan update process. Outcome Measured: Adoption of
General Plan update.
Other
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/com
munity-development/general-plan/general-plan
-
update
Program H4-1: Housing for
Persons with Special
Needs
Prioritize development projects that include
a component for special-needs groups with
the goal of creating 35 units of special
needs housing. Revise and streamline the
Zoning Ordinance associated with the
approval of residential care facilities. Lastly,
encourage developers of single- family
homes to incorporate universal design.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
The City adopted Ordinance No. 544 in 2023, providing a ministerial approval process and removing the
requirement for a Conditional Use Permit or other similar discretionary entitlements for Supportive Housing and
Transitional Housing where multifamily and mixed-use
development is permitted. In addition, staff has
participated in several pre-appication discussions with an affordable housing developer, Community
HousingWorks, regarding a potential affordable housing
development with supportive services and units reserved for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The developer of the approved Owl Ranch subdivision
confirmed that all 40 of their units are all designed with at least one bedroom and bathroom with greater door
widths, and 25 units with a bedroom and full bathroom
downstairs. Outcome Measured: Provide ongoing
direction to developers regarding universal design.
Other 1
Ord. No. 554 Amends Tables 13-6.1, 13-12.1,
13-15.1, 13-18.1, 13-32.1, §§ 13-35.320, 13-
36.400, 13-42.500, 13-53.150 and 13-60.200;
repeals § 13-36.500, zoning (13-6, 13-12, 13-
15, 13-18, 13-32, 13-35, 13-36, 13-42, 13-53,
13-60)
https://ecode360.com/47767736#47767736
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
61 62
63 64
65 66
Program H4-1: Housing for
Persons with Special
Needs
Make available information from
HomeMatch Contra Costa for their services
for older adults, including shared housing,
extra income, or assistance with home
maintenance.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Completed
Information on Home Match has been added to the City
website, brochures are available at City Hall and the
Senior Center, and Home Match conducted outreach at
National Night Out in August 2025. Outcome Measured:
City participation in Home Match.
Other 1 https://www.herculesca.gov/government/afford
able-housing
Program H4-1: Housing for
Persons with Special
Needs
Develop a program to prioritize City funding
proposals, should funding become available
or identified, to affordable housing
developments that are committed to
supporting special needs residents
12/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
The City's consultant, RSG, prepared award criteria
prioritizing special needs housing and the CIty issued a $5 million NOFA for the City's Housing Asset Funds.
Outcome Measured: Creation of affordable housing
prioritization funding program.
Other 1 None
Program H4-2: Fair
Housing Services
Assist households through FHANC and
ECHO Fair Housing, providing fair housing
services and educational programs
concerning fair housing issues. Refer fair
housing complaints to ECHO and consider
providing funding support.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle In Progress
The City has hired a consultant, RSG, to assist with
implementing this and other housing programs. FHANC
and ECHO market and make their services available
Countywide, including Hercules. No fair housing inquiries were received and referred to ECHO by staff in 2025.
Outcome Measured: Establishment of FHANC and
ECHO program participation.
Other None
Program H4-2: Fair
Housing Services
Promote fair housing practices, including
advertisements on the City’s website, and
provide educational information on fair
housing to the public.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
FHANC information has been added to the City website,
which has also been updated to include current contact
information for ECHO Fair Housing and Bay Area Legal
Aid. Outcome Measured: Continue to include and update
educational information on City website.
Other 1 https://www.herculesca.gov/government/afford
able-housing
Program H4-2: Fair
Housing Services
Seek opportunities to attend public events
or provide information to event organizers at
gatherings designed to inform the public
about governmental services.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
Fair Housing information is available at all events held in the Council Chamber.
Meetings 21 None
Program H4-3:
Affirmatively Furthering
Fair Housing
Promote awareness of federal, state, and
local regulations through the City website, at
local public centers, at City and at Council
meetings yearly. Implement an accessibility
policy that establishes standards and
procedures for providing equal access to
City services, ensures all applications are
considered, reviewed, and approved without
prejudice, and continue to implement the
Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing
Choice and HUD Consolidated Plan. Lastly,
ensure all community stakeholders are
engaged by conducting public meetings at
suitable times, in accessible places, and
provide translation services as needed.
12/31/2024 6th Cycle In Progress
The City has hired a consultant, RSG, to assist with
implementing this and other housing programs. FHANC
and ECHO market and make their services available
Countywide, including Hercules. The consultant has
researched accessibility policies provided a draft policy to Hercules for review. Outcome Measured: Creation of
Acessibility Policy and updates on website and at
meetings.
Other None
11 ABC D E F G H I
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation Program Implementation Details Quantified Outcomes:
Category
Quantified Outcomes:
Count Supporting Documents
67 68
69 70
71 72
Program H4-3:
Affirmatively Furthering
Fair Housing
Conduct or participate in biannual developer
convenings. 12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
No convenings were held or participated in during 2025, but staff is in close communication with three affordable housing developers regarding the City's NOFA for $5
million in Housing Asset Funding
Meetings None
Program H4-4: Outreach
Plan
Implement an outreach plan for housing-
related issues, such as Housing Element
updates. Reach out to the community
regarding housing topics in general and
specific new developments.
12/31/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
Information on housing and other developments is posted on the City website. Future Housing Element updates
and the General Plan update will include outreach on
housing-related topics. Outcome Measured: Conduct
outreach to landlords with the goal of referring 5
residents in tract 3591.04 to the County HCV program
annuall
y.
Persons
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/hercules-projects,
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/com
munity-development/general-plan/general-plan
-
update &
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
n
g/general-plan
Program H4-4: Outreach
Plan
Expand outreach to non-profit developers,
area service providers, and community-
based organizations. Partner with local
community-based organizations to hold
community meetings about General Plan
updates to gain input from residents on
housing needs in the city. Invest resources
to provide food, childcare, interpretation,
and translation services at these events.
12/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Information on housing and other developments is posted on the City website. Future Housing Element updates
and the forthcoming General Plan update will include
outreach on housing-related topics. Staff is in close
communication with three non-profit affordable housing
developers regarding the City's NOFA for $5 million in
Housing Asset Funding.
Meetings
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/hercules-projects,
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/com
munity-development/general-plan/general-plan
-
update &
https://www.herculesca.gov/government/planni
ng/general-plan
Program H4-4: Outreach
Plan
Actively recruit residents from protected
classes and underserved neighborhoods to
participate on committees, such as the
Council on Homelessness of Contra Costa
County, to address homelessness and
affordable housing needs.
12/31/2027 6th Cycle In Progress
The City has contracted with a consultant, RSG, to assist with implementing this and other housing programs. Staff has confirmed with the County that the only seat currently open on the Council on Homelessness is reserved for an
employee of a city or town in the County whose work is
related to homelessness, which is not applicable to
Hercules.
Persons None
Program H4-4: Outreach
Plan
Develop presentations and/or materials that
address the local need for affordable
housing and more resilient neighborhoods.
12/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
The City has contracted with a consultant, RSG, to assist with implementing this and other housing programs.
Consultant has researched local need for affordable
housing and will provide an infographic for City review and use. Outcome Measured: Creation of presentations
and other matterials for affordable housing outreach.
Other None
Program H4-5: Reasonable
Accommodation
Encourage developers of single- family
housing to incorporate universal design and
track the number of newly constructed or
rehabilitated dwelling units accessible to
people with disabilities. Increase the number
of units accessible to persons with
disabilities by 5% of new multifamily during
the planning period. The City will provide the
address and number of units to Resources
for Independent Living Sacramento for
inclusion in their housing list for people with
disabilities.
12/31/2031 6th Cycle Continuous
No multifamily housing was constructed in 2025, but a
development of 171 townhouse units was approved. The
developer of the approved Owl Ranch single-family
subdivision confirmed that all 40 of their units are all designed with at least one bedroom and bathroom with
greater door widths, and 25 units have a bedroom and
full bathroom downstairs.
Units 25 None