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
H5.4 Equal Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity with
Assistance Programs and
Affordable Housing
6. Consider a formal policy for expedited
review and/or permitting of affordable
housing developments and housing for
special needs populations (i.e., seniors,
people experiencing homelessness, people
living with disabilities, single female -
headed households, large families, and
extremely low-, very low-, low-, and
moderate -income households).
Jun -27
6th Cycle
Not Yet Started
The City will evaluate a formal policy to provide expedited review and/or permitting of applicants proposing at least 30% affordable units. Staff will present their findings and recommendations to the Planning Commission and City Council by December 2026 with the intent of adopting a formal policy by June 2027, if determined feasible.
Goal of facilitating the development of at least 20% of the City's lower income RHNA through expedited review and/or permitting during the planning period.
Other
None
H5.4 Equal Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity with
Assistance Programs and
Affordable Housing
7. Generate a list of properties that contain
facilities operated by faith -based
organizations that can take advantage of
various state laws providing incentives for
the development of affordable housing.
Dec -26
6th Cycle
Not Yet Started
Compile the list of faith -based organizations by December 2026 and outreach to them at least once a year to notify them of state laws they can take advantage of. The City may facilitate conversations between faith - based organizations and affordable housing developers interested in developing their property.
Goal of facilitating the development of at least 100 lower income units on properties that contain facilities operated by faith -based organizations during the planning period.
Units
None
H5.4 Equal Housing
Opportunity:
Pp ty'
Lending Discrimination
1. City or designated contracted housing
organization to collaborate with local and
regional organizations to review any
housing discrimination complaints, assist in
dispute resolution, and, where necessary,
refer complainants to appropriate state or
federal agencies for further investigation,
action, and resolution.
Dec -32
6th Cycle
y
Continuous
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 686 (AB 686), Chapter 958 Statutes 2018, the City shall affirmatively further fair by taking meaningful actions that foster inclusive communities free from barriers that restrict access to opportunities based on protected characteristics, as defined by State law. The City shall collaborate with the community, stakeholders, and appropriate organizations and agencies to address potential constraints to fair housing. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Analyzing and identifying barriers to entry into homeownerships or rental opportunities; 9 y g p pp
- Reviewing restrictions that may prevent disadvantaged groups from locating in Hollister; - Fostering a more inclusive community for all disadvantaged groups.
The City is to implement the fair housing actions and programs throughout the 6th Planning Period to address each contributing factors mentioned in Chapter 2 Section 3.
Other
None
H5.4 Equal Housing
Opportunity:
Disparities in Access to
Public Transportation
1. Coordinate with transit agencies on
access to transportation, bus routes and
schedule.
Dec -32
6th Cycle
Continuous
Outreach to agencies to identify solutions on improving access to transportation annually.
Host a minimum of one annual meeting with SBCOG/County Express, publish a route/stop memo identifying one actionable service or stop siting change benefiting renter -overpayment duster east of Downtown or special -needs projects, track Implementation status in APR.
Meetings
None
H5.4 Equal Housing
Opportunity:
Community Revitalization
and Displacement
1. Align the City's Capital Improvements
with Housing Element priorities. The City
completed a city-wide roadway
Improvement program in late 2024 which
improved many roads within areas of
relatively lower incomes and higher
displacement risk. The City will align
Capital Improvement Program projects
towards community amenities, parks,
community facilities, recreation facilities,
active transportation, infrastructure,
streetscape improvements, safe routes to
school and other community development
activities.
Jun -27
6th Cycle
In Progress
Align the City's Capital Improvement Plan with Housing Element priorities by June 2027. Target Capital Improvements in strategic areas of need, with an emphasis particularly on areas of relatively lower incomes and higher displacement risk. The City will apply for funding beyond the Capital Improvement Plan to implement place based strategies In areas of relatively lower Incomes and higher displacement risk.
Target at least one Capital Improvement project in an area of relatively lower incomes or higher displacement risk a year. Target at least one community revitalization project in an area of relatively lower Incomes or higher displacement risk a year.
Other
https://hollisterca.gov/govemment/departmen
is/engineering/2024_city_wide_roadway_impr
ovement project.php
H5.4 Equal Housing
Opportunity:
Community Revitalization
and Displacement
2. The City will prioritize rehabilitation loan
funding to the existing housing stock with
the most need for rehabilitation and
sanitary conditions as well as in areas or
relatively lower incomes and higher
displacement risk.
Dec -32
6th Cycle
Continuous
The City will seek and apply for funding annually to increase the amount of rehabilitation loans the City can offer.
Goal of awarding 12 rehabilitation loans to lower -income households or households in areas of relatively lower incomes and higher displacement risk.
Households
None
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
H5.5 Section 8 Tenant
Based Rental Assistance
Continue to provide residents with
information regarding the availability of the
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
Program that is administered by the
Housing Authority of the County of Santa
Cruz
Dec -32
6th Cycle
Continuous
- Work with the Housing Authority of Santa Cruz to increase voucher participation by 10% during the 6th Cycle planning period.
- Outreach to at least 5 property owners yearly to increase voucher participation by 10% during the 6th Cycle planning period.
- Target voucher participation in higher income and opportunity areas.
Outreach to at least 5 owners per year prioritized in census tracts with more than 50 percent low- and moderate -income households and higher -resource areas to increase voucher participation by 10 percent citywide with at least 40% in these tracts.
- Develop educational materials for landlords describing tenant -based rental assistance programs, fair housing requirements, and best practices for screening and leasing. - Explore non -financial incentives such as expedited inspections, or priority City assistance for participating landlords.
Timeframe: Ongoing; Establish partnership with a qualified nonprofit housing counseling agency with experience in landlord engagement strategies by December 2026; Outreach to at least 5 property owners yearly, beginning in June 2027; Annual Review and Coordination with Housing Authority of the County of Santa Cruz.
Other
Communicated with 3 property owners in
2025 regarding including their homes in the
voucher program.
In 2025 there were a total of 344 households
receiving Housing Choice Vouchers in the
City of Hollister (information received from
Santa Cruz Housing Authority).
H5.6 Low -Barrier
Navigation Centers
Adopt regulations and procedures for Low -
Barrier Navigation Centers.
Jun -26
6th Cycle
In Progress
Adopt and implement procedures and regulations to process low -barrier navigation centers. Procedures shall include establishing a ministerial approval process pursuant to State law.
Timeframe: Review annually; Adopt and Implement by June 2026.
Other
None
H5.7 Emergency,
Transitional, and
Supportive Housing
Amend the Municipal Code to reflect State
law requirements related to Emergency,
Transitional, and Supportive Housing
Jun -26
6th Cycle
In Progress
Amend applicable sections of the Municipal Code to address the following requirements:
- Supportive Housing Streamlined Approvals (AB 2162) - To comply with AB 2162 (Chapter 753, Statutes 2018), the City MI amend its Municipal Code to permit supportive housing as a use permitted by -right in all zones where multiple family and mixed -use development is permitted. - Emergency and Transitional Housing Act of 2019 (AB 139) - The City will update its Municipal Code to comply with the requirements of Gov. Code 65583 to address permit requirements, objective standards, analysis of annual and season needs, and parking and other applicable standards and provisions. - Amend the Municipal Code to allow emergency shelters by -right in at least one zone that allows residential uses and revise the definition of emergency shelters pursuant to AB 2339 (2023) and update parking requirements in compliance with AB 139. Amend the City Municipal Code to comply with the definitions for Supportive Housing', 'Supportive Services', and 'Target Population' consistent with applicable sections of the California Government Code.
- Amend the Municipal Code to allow transitional and supportive housing by -right in all zones that allow residential uses and only subject to requirements of other residential uses of the same type in the same zone consistent with State law.
- Amend the Municipal Code to ensure Emergency Shelters, Transitional and Supportive Housing are permitted in appropriate zones, consistent with State law. - Chapter 654, Statues of 2022 (AB 2339), now includes new requirements on how cities must plan for emergency shelters and ensure sufficient capacity for low-income housing. AB 2339 requires that zoning designations identified to allow emergency shelters as a permitted use without a conditional use or other discretionary permit must allow other residential uses. This could includes zones that allow mixed -uses that permit residential. AB 2339 allows jurisdictions to adopt proximity standards, provided that emergency shelters are not required to be more than 200 feet apart. The City will ensure the identified zone to permit emergency shelters has sufficient capacity to accommodate the need for emergency shelters. The identified zone to permit emergency shelters will be in proximity to transportation and services. The City will amend the Municipal Code to ensure compliance with all provisions of AB 139 and 2339, Including definitions, zoning and all development standards, including spacing requirements.
Other
https://library.municode.com/ca/hollister/code
s/code_of_ordinances?nodeld=TIT17ZO_CH
17.68DE_17.68.2040SUHO
https://library.municode.com/ca/hollister/code
s/code_of_ordinances?nodeld=TIT17ZO_CH
17.68DE_17.68.2110TRHO
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
H5.8 Housing for Persons
with Disabilities
Encourage construction and rehabilitation
of housing with supportive services
targeted forpersons with developmental
rg p
disabilities
Jun -26
6th Cycle
Not Yet Started
- Collaborate with housing developers and local organizations to identify the needs of local persons with developmental disabilities. At least once yearly.
- Seek State and Federal funding and support funding applications. Apply annually. - Establish regulatory Incentives for projects proposing housing for persons with physical and developmental disabilities with the goal of developing at least 50 units for persons with physical and developmental disabilities.
- Amend the Municipal Code to remove regulations that isolate and regulate various types of housing for persons with disabilities based on the number of people and other factors that may pose a constraint on housing choice for persons with disabilities.
- Amend the Municipal Code to allow uses meant to serve persons with disabilities without a conditional use permit in any residential zone, and only subject to requirements similar to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone. The City will establish permit procedures to facilitate approval of uses meant to serve persons with disabilities without a conditional use permit. in lieu of requiring a conditional sue permit, requests for exceptions to permitting processes will be resolved through reasonable accommodation procedures instead of conditional use procedures.
- Goal of facilitating the development of at least 100 units for households with persons with developmental disabilities and other disabilities.
Timeframe: Amend the Municipal Code to implement revisions by June 2026; Annually and establish incentives by January 2026.
Units
None
H5.9 Single -Room
Occupancy (SRO) Units
Establish SRO Standards and Procedures
to facilitate the development of SROs
Jun -26
6th Cycle
In Progress
-Collaborate with local organizations and agencies to discuss the needs of persons who previously experienced homelessness annually, beginning in June 2026. - Support and, when possible, fund local and regional efforts to address the housing needs of persons who previously experienced homelessness.
- The City will establish objective SRO development standards and procedures to remove discretionary approval and facilitate development of SROs.
- The City will revise parking requirements to facilitate SRO development.
Timeframe: Amend the Municipal Code to establish objective SRO development standards and procedures to remove discretionary approval and facilitate development of SROs by June 2026; Revise parking requirements to facilitate SRO development by June 2026; Annually and support funding opportunities when possible.
Units
None
H5.10 Residential Care
Homes
Amend the Municipal Code to allow
Residential Care Homes serving seven or
more persons without a conditional use
permit.
Jun -26
6th Cycle
In Progress
- Amend the Municipal Code to allow Residential Care Homes serving seven or more persons without a conditional use permit in any residential zone, and only subject to requirements similar to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone. The City will establish permit procedures to facilitate approval of Residential Care Homes without a conditional use permit. In lieu of requiring a conditional use permit, requests for exceptions to permitting processes will be resolved through reasonable accommodation procedures instead of conditional use procedures.
- Amend the Municipal Code to remove regulations that isolate and regulate various types of housing for persons with disabilities based on the number of people and other factors that may pose a constraint on housing choice for persons with disabilities.
Other
None
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
H5.11 Farmworker
Housing and Outreach
Understand and address farmworker
housing needs
Dec -32
6th Cycle
Continuous
- Continue to seek partnerships and meet annually with farmworker groups, organizations serving or representing farmworker groups, community stakeholders, affordable housing developers, and agricultural employers to discuss and identify housing opportunities, including identifying potential sites suitable for new housing for farmworkers.
- Annually meet with farmworkers groups, organizations serving or representing farmworker groups, community stakeholders, affordable housing developers, and agricultural employers to discuss and identify housing opportunities to rehabilitate or preserve existing farmworker housing in the City. Funding sources may Include, but are not limited to HCD Joe Sema Jr. Farrnworker Housing Program, USDA 514/516, HOME Funds. - The City will prioritize rehabilitation Ioan funding to the existing housing stock with the most need for rehabilitation and sanitary conditions.
- Ongoing outreach to farmworkers to notify them of the availability of future, new, and existing affordable housing opportunities.
- Develop a resource guide that consolidates all of the housing services and resources available in the region that are specifically available to farmworkers. City to complete resource guide by December 2026. The resource guide will be posted at City Hall, City offices, heavily trafficked public areas, at City Pop -Up events, and any housing -related events. The resource guide will be available in English and Spanish. - Explore incentives such as expedited permit processing, plan checks, and Inspections to encourage and facilitate the development of farmworker housing in the City. Present incentive options to Planning Commission and City Council by December 2026.
- Goal of Facilitating the development of 10 farmworker housing units in higher income and opportunity areas and 20 units total throughout the City within the 6th Cycle planning period. -Annually research and pursue potential Federal, State, and Regional funding sources for farmworker housing and make information publicly available on the City's website and during farmworker outreach. - The City will coordinate with San Benito County quarterly to identify potential opportunities to assist in the development of farmworker housing within the City's Sphere of Influence.
Units
None
H5.12 Housing for
Extremely Low-, Very Low-
, and Low -Income
Residents
Assist developers in accessing City,
County CDBG and HOME Funds, Federal,
and State housing development programs
and funds to undertake development,
conservation, and improvement of housing
for extremely low-, very law-, and low-
Income households.
Dec -32
6th Cycle
Continuous
- Meet with housing developers at least once annually to discuss available programs and funding sources to develop lower -income housing units.
- Provide technical assistance to affordable housing developers in the form of one-on-one meetings to review applications and potential projects with housing staff, share financing and funding resources, connect potential applications to other agencies or organizations with additional resources and assistance. Ongoing. - Provide written support letters for funding applications from affordable housing developers. - Goal of developing at least 50 lower income units beyond the City's RHNA. - Target development of lower income units in higher income and opportunity areas.
Units
See H4.3
H5.13 Housing Mobility
Information Hub,
Counseling, and
Navigation
Expand housing mobility by supporting
housing counseling and navigation
services
Dec -32
6th Cycle
Continuous
- Partner with a qualified nonprofit housing counseling agency to provide housing mobility counseling, including assistance with housing search, application preparation, understanding tenant screening criteria, and navigating landlord requirements.
- Develop and distribute housing mobility materials that explain neighborhood amenities, schools, transportation access, and fair housing rights.
- Provide referrals to legal aid and tenant counseling organizations when households encounter barriers related to screening, credit history, or discrimination. - Develop a dedicated webpage on the City's website that consolidates information on affordable housing developments, rental assistance programs, housing counseling resources, fair housing protections, and reasonable accommodation procedures.
- Include plain -language guidance on how residents can search for housing citywide, including in higher - resource neighborhoods, and how to apply for available housing assistance programs. - Ensure information is accessible, easy to navigate, and available in multiple languages commonly spoken in the City.
- Review and update the webpage at least annually to ensure information remains current.
Timeframe: Establish partnerships and launch services by December2026, ongoing thereafter; Launch webpage by December 2026 and review and update annually.
Other
None
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
H5.14 Integration of
Housing Mobility
Objectives into Existing
Housing Programs
Explicitly incorporate housing mobility
objectives into the implementation of
existing Housing Element Policy Action
programs to expand access to higher-
resource and higher -opportunity
neighborhoods without creating new
standalone programs
12/1/2032
6th Cycle
Continuous
-Incorporate housing mobility considerations into the administration or implementation of existing Housing Element Policy Action programs such as ADU promotion, inclusionary housing implementation, density bonus utilization, and affordable housing developer outreach. - Encourage the geographic dispersion of affordable housing opportunities by supporting development in a variety of neighborhoods, including areas with greater access to schools, employment, transportation, and amenities.
- Document how existing housing programs contribute to housing mobility outcomes as part of Annual Progress Reports and other Housing Element monitoring activities.
Adjust program implementation approaches, as feasible, to reduce barriers and enhance access to opportunity for lower -income households.
- Encourage the geographic dispersion of affordable housing by supporting housing proposals in a variety of neighborhoods and avoiding undue concentration of assisted housing in any single area. - When providing City support, assistance, or coordination for housing development, such as technical assistance, letters of support, funding applications, or expedited processing where available, the City may give preference to projects that are located near schools, employment centers, transit, parks, and other community amenities.
Timeframe: Begin Integration upon adoption of the Housing Element; ongoing.
Other
None
Jurisdiction Hollister
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
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formulas
Reporting (Jan. 1 - Dec.
Period 2025 31)
Planning 6th Cycle 12/15/2023-12/15/2031
Table E
Commercial Development Bonus Approved pursuant to GC Section 65915.7 Project Identifier
Units Constructed as Part of Agreement
Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
1 2
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
Annual Progress Report
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Jurisdiction
Hollister
Reporting Period
2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Planning Period
Table F
Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c) 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.
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 Low-
Income*
Very Low-
Income'
Low -Income+
TOTAL UNITS'
Extremely Low-
Income'
Very Low-
Income'
Low -Income+
TOTAL
UNITS*
https://www.hcd.ca.gov/community-
development/docs/adecuate-sites-checklist.pdf
Rehabilitation Activity
Preservation of Units At -Risk
Acquisition of Units
Mobilehome Park Preservation
Total Units by Income
6th Cycle
12/15/2023- 12/15/2031
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
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Annual Progress Report
Jurisdiction Hollister
Reporting
Period
2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Planning
Period
6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
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optional field
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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).
Project Identifier
Unit Types
Affordability by Household Incomes After Conversion
Units credited toward Moderate
Income RHNA
Notes
1 2
3 4
5 6
Prior APN+
Current APN
Street Address
Project Name
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(2 to 4,5+)
Tenure
R=Renter
Very Low-
Income Deed
Restricted
Very Low-
Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Moderate-
Income Deed
Restricted
Moderate -
Income Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
Moderate-
Income
Total Moderate Income
Units Converted from
Above Moderate
Date
.5.A
Converted
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Jurisdiction Hollister
Reporting
Period
2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Period
6th Cycle
12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
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
year.
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
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Table G
Locally Owned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventory that have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Project Identifier
1 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
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Jurisdiction
Hollister
Reporting
Period
2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
NOTE: This table must contain an inventory
of ALL surplus/excess lands the reporting
jurisdiction owns
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
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formulas
Table H
Locally Owned Surplus Sites
Parcel Identifier
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
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
051-090-027-000
190 Maple Street
Public Facilities
Surplus Land
0.276147842
Jurisdiction Hollister
Reporting
Period
2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Planning
Period
6th Cycle
12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
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 ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
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 SE Project Identifier
Project Type
Date
Units (Beds/Student Capacity) Approved
1 2
3 4
APN
Street Address
Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking (SH
ID+
Unit Category
- Student Housing)
Date
Very Low-
Income Deed
Restricted
Very Low-
Income Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Moderate-
Income Deed
Restricted
Moderate -
Income Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
Moderate-
Income
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Annual Progress Report
Patfe L5 020572
Jurisdiction Hollister
Reporting Period
2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Planning Period
6th Cycle 12/15/2023 - 12/15/2031
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
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.
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
No
Jurisdiction Hollister
Reporting
Period
2025
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
NOTE: This table needs to be completed with any sites within your jurisdiction that were newly added to a National, State, or Local register of historic places within the reporting year. If none, leave blank.
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
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Table L
Historical Resources
Parcel Identifier
Designation
Size
Notes
1 2
3 4
APN
Street Address/Intersection
Date of
Designation
Designation
Level
Historic Site
Period
Areas of
Significance
Parcel Size (in
acres)
Notes
Summary Row:
Jurisdiction Hollister
Reporting Year
2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
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.
Total Award Amount
Total award amount is auto -populated based on amounts entered in rows 15-26.
Task
$ Amount Awarded
$ Cumulative Reimbursement Requested
Task Status
Other
Funding
Notes
Summary of entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy (auto -populated from Table A2) Completed Entitlement Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Current Year
Acutely Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
1 Extremely Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
3 Very Low
Deed Restricted
1 Non -Deed Restricted
1 Low
Deed Restricted
13 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Moderate
Deed Restricted
3 Non -Deed Restricted
2 Above Moderate
14 Total Units
38 Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Current Year
Acutely Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Extremely Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Very Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
1 Moderate
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Above Moderate
165
Total Units
166
Certificate of Occupancy Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level
Current Year
Acutely Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Extremely Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Very Low
Deed Restricted
0 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Low
Deed Restricted
4 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Moderate
Deed Restricted
6 Non -Deed Restricted
0 Above Moderate
152
Total Units
162
City of Hollister
2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
March 16, 2026
City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Table of Contents
Introduction 3
Date of Acceptance of the APR 3
Date of Last Update to the City of Hollister General Plan 3 General Plan Implementation Measures 4
Land Use and Community Design Element 4
Circulation Element 9
Community Services and Facilities Element 13
Open Space and Agriculture Element 18
Natural Resources and Conservation Element 19
Health and Safety Element 21
Housing Element Reporting Requirements 22
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress 22
Residential Projects Entitled 22
Residential Building Permits Issued (Counted toward RHNA) 23 Residential Final Occupancies 24
Housing Element Implementation Status 24
Compliance with the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation General Plan Guidelines 55 City Council Priorities for Land Use Decisions 55
Goals, Policies, Objectives, Standards, or Other Plan Proposals that Need to be Added or were Deleted, Amended, or Otherwise Adjusted 55
Lists of Planning Activities 55
Planning Activities 55
Major Development Applications 56
Exhibit A. Housing Element Annual Progress Report 58
City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Introduction
Government Code Sections 65400 and 65700 mandate that all cities and counties submit an annual report on the status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation to their legislative bodies, the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1st of each year.
The annual progress report (APR) provides local legislative bodies and the public with information regarding the implementation of the General Plan for their city or county. The APR also informs the public of the progress in meetings the community's goals.
In addition to this General Plan APR, all jurisdictions must additionally prepare and submit a Housing Element APR to both LCI and HCD. The Housing Element APR provides informational reporting on housing information including progress on meeting the jurisdiction's share of regional housing needs, rezoning activities, and actions taken toward completing housing element programs.
The General Plan APR allows LCI to identify statewide trends in land use decision -making and how local planning and development activities relate to statewide planning goals and policies. APRs may also be used to inform future modifications to LCI's General Plan Guidelines. Both the General Plan and Housing Element APRs are used by the State Offices to track progress of local jurisdictions' implementation of their General Plan, Housing Element, and is used as an eligibility threshold requirement for several State housing funding programs.
Date of Acceptance of the APR
The City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report is anticipated to be reviewed and accepted by the City Council at the regular City Council meeting of March 16, 2026.
Date of Last Update to the City of Hollister General Plan The City of Hollister completed a comprehensive update to the 1995-2005 General Plan when it adopted the 2005-2023 General Plan (Current General Plan) in December of 2005. The update was prepared in compliance with the Office of Planning and Research General Plan Guidelines. In accordance with State requirements, the City of Hollister General Plan Housing Element was amended in 2009 for the 2009-2014 Housing Element Cycle, and again in April of 2016 for the 2015-2023 5th Cycle. As required by Section 65302)(d)(3) and (g)(2) of the Government Code, the City of Hollister Natural Resources, Health and Safety, and Land Use and Community Design Elements were concurrently amended. The amendments provide more accurate mapping of flood hazard areas (including Flood Awareness Protection Areas) as well as liquefaction and landslide hazards. The amendments also added programs and policies related to development of a local hazard mitigation plan and avoidance of flood hazard areas for the establishment of residential and public facilities.
The City of Hollister was working on a comprehensive update to the existing 2005-2023 General Plan throughout 2025. On December 3, 2024, the City Council approved Resolution 2024-201 adopting the 2040 General Plan. On January 21, 2025 a referendum petition was filed against the adoption of Resolution 2024-201. In response, on March 3, 2025 the City Council repealed Resolution 2024-201, rescinding the adoption of the 2040 General Plan. The City Council authorized a contract to prepare a
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revision to the 2040 General Plan, Climate Action Plan, and environmental analysis on June 3, 2025. This amendment is underway and the revised 2040 General Plan is anticipated to be adopted in April 2026.
General Plan Implementation Measures
Land Use and Community Design Element
Implementation Measure
Status
LU.A
Develop Signage Ordinance
Sign ordinance was completed in 2008 with the
adoption of Ordinance 1038. An ad hoc
committee was formed to review the downtown
sign ordinance in 2019. On April 6, 2020, the City
Council adopted Ordinance 1188 repealing and
replacing Chapter 17.20 Signs of the Hollister
Municipal Code.
LU.B
Investigate Inclusionary Housing
Programs
On August 6, 2024, the City Council adopted
Ordinance 1252 which adopted Chapter 17.36
Inclusionary Housing Program into the City's
Municipal Code. The Inclusionary Housing
Program requires new residential development to
include 15% of the units at affordable income
categories (6% Very -Low Income, 5% Low Income,
4% Moderate income).
LU.C
Revise Zoning Regulations
A comprehensive update of the City's Zoning
Ordinance was adopted in 2008 with Ordinance
1038. Since the adoption, there have been various
amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to ensure
internal consistency between the code, general
plan, and other State and local regulations.
In September of 2022, the City Council authorized
Staff to begin a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
Overhaul. The intent of the Zoning Ordinance
Overhaul is to revise the Zoning Ordinance to
provide clarity, ease of use, amend current and
implement new processes and regulations as
appropriate, as well as to bring the ordinance into
compliance with the many new State laws that
have been put into place since the most recent
overhaul in 2008. The Zoning Overhaul is an
ongoing, long-term project.
On August 18, 2025, the City Council adopted
Ordinance 1262 updating the Industrial Zoning
District to allow specialized schools.
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On October 20, 2025, the City Council adopted
Ordinance 1267 updating the Definitions and Land
Use tables throughout the Zoning Ordinance to
provide clarity for applicants and staff.
LU.D Update Public Service Master Plans
The Planning Commission held study sessions on
September 25, 2025 and November 20, 2025 to
review multiple amendments to the Procedures
and Administration chapters of the Zoning
Ordinance. Study sessions on procedures chapters
will continue into 2026, and it is anticipated to
repeal and replace Chapter 17.24 with revised and
clarified application procedures in 2026.
The City is currently reviewing the current Public
Service Master Plans, in preparation of
comprehensive updates needing to take place.
LU.E Initiate a Process to Amend the AMBAG
Forecasts
The City participated in AMBAG's Regional Growth
Forecasts which were adopted in 2022, and is
actively participating in the current process that is
underway for the next forecast.
LU.F Conduct Outreach and Education
The City of Hollister has adopted the most current
Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations,
including Part 11 California Green Building
Standards Code.
Streamlining of Building Department applications
for photovoltaic permits.
Collaboration with applicants of affordable
housing projects to promote available state
programs for placement of photovoltaic solar
panels.
LU.G Develop and Adopt Design Review
Guidelines
The City of Hollister is in the process of updating
the entire Zoning Ordinance. This long-term
process will involve preparation and adoption of
objective residential development standards,
design guidelines for all zones within the City, and
design guidelines within identified special
planning areas.
The City has received REAP 2.0 Planning Grant
funding to develop and implement objective
design standards for high density and mixed -uses
within the Downtown Mixed Use Zoning District.
Initial staff work kicked off on the project in
Winter 2024, and work on the preparation of
Objective Design Standards continued through
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LU.H Develop a Street Tree Program
2025. On December 4, 2025, the City held a
community workshop to receive feedback on the
project, as well as hosted an online survey where
over 70 responses were received. Adoption of the
Objective Design Standards is anticipated in 2026.
On October 16, 2023 the City adopted a program
for citizens to request a street tree to be planted
by the Public Works Department.
LU.I Develop Streetscape Improvement
Guidelines
In November 2019, the Engineering Department
updated the City of Hollister Design Standards,
Standard Specifications, and Standard Plans.
LU.J Develop Guidelines for the Preparation
of Lighting Plans
Section 17.16.090 of the Zoning Ordinance (ORD
1038, 2008) provides design guidelines for the
preparation of lighting plans consistent with this
implementation measure.
LU.K Formulate and Implement an Economic
Development Strategic Plan
The City of Hollister works closely with, and
provides funding for, the San Benito County
Economic Development Corporation and Hollister
Downtown Association. Both organizations
support local economic development and
business opportunity.
On August 18, 2025 the City Council established a
Business Advisory Commission to advise the
Council on matters affecting businesses within
Hollister. The Commission has not met to date, as
a full quorum of appointees has not been made
for the commission's membership.
LU.L Inventory and Designate Historical Sites
Ordinance 1063 was adopted by the City Council
in November 2010, which implemented the
current Chapter 15.16 Historic Preservation of the
Hollister Municipal Code. The City currently has
two historic districts, the Monterey Street Historic
District and the Downtown Historic District, which
are designated on the National Register of Historic
Places.
In 2021, the City Council authorized the creation
of a local historic resources commission as
outlined in the ordinance. At this time, though the
positions have been advertised several times to
the public, the commission does not have
members serving and thus the commission does
not meet for business.
LU.M Inventory Illegal or Dangerous Housing
Units
As part of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update,
the City has reviewed housing conditions within
the City.
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LU.N Assemble Parcels for Development in
Accordance with RDA Programs
The State of California adopted AB 1X26 and Clean
Up Legislation AB 1484 that abolished all RDAs in
the state on February 1, 2012.
The City of Hollister issued an RFP and entered
into an exclusive negotiating agreement for
development of the former Hollister
Redevelopment Agency properties that were
assembled for the development of a catalyst
project on the "400 Block" in accordance with the
RDA's five-year implementation plan.
The 400 Block development project received
entitlement approval from the Planning
Commission on September 27, 2018 for a two-
story philanthropic building and a three-story
mixed -use building with ground floor commercial
spaces and 22 condominium units — including 2
units restricted for very -low income, and two
units restricted for low income families, and a
density bonus.
The philanthropic building received building
permits in September of 2020, and is currently
operating with temporary occupancy.
The mixed -use building received building permits
in August of 2021 and is currently under
construction. Final occupancy has been granted
for 20 of the units as of 2025, and the remainder
of the units are expected to be completed in 2026.
LU.O Assess Existing Downtown Hollister
Parking District
Parking needs were reviewed in 2009 Hollister
Downtown Strategy and Plan.
Position of Community Services Officer for parking
enforcement approved in May 2009.
Ordinance 1048 established civil penalties for
parking violations.
Downtown Parking Committee was created to
review and evaluate potential parking
opportunities in the downtown.
Resolution 2020-208 was adopted by the City
Council, authorizing the San Benito Street Traffic
Calming and Beautification Project.
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Ordinance 1199 was adopted by the City Council
on December 21, 2020 which amended Chapter
10.20 of the Municipal Code to allow for "back -in"
diagonal parking within the downtown.
LU.P Evaluate Capital Improvements
Program
Ongoing. The City of Hollister Engineering
Department is the lead agency for CIP Projects. A
five-year CIP Program is adopted by the City, and
an annual schedule of CIP projects is adopted and
implemented each year.
LU.Q Encourage Intergovernmental
Coordination
Council representatives and staff continue to
participate in the interagency intergovernmental
and Governance Committee.
Staff have participated with the Hollister School
District and San Benito High School District to
evaluate traffic safety near schools and
coordinate improvements.
Resolution 2017-281 was adopted by the City
Council on November 6, 2017 approving a Master
Agreement between the City of Hollister and the
Hollister School District for the use of recreational
fields by the public outside of school hours.
Resolution 2013-159 was adopted by the City
Council on May 20, 2013, which authorized the
execution of an agreement with San Benito High
School District for use of the San Benito High
School aquatic facility.
LU.R Encourage Specific Plans
Ongoing.
LU.S Evaluate Public Facilities Fees
See Implementation Measure LU.Z regarding
Impact Fees.
LU.T Fund RDA Housing Projects
The State of California adopted AB 1X26 and Clean
Up Legislation AB 1484 that abolished all RDAs in
the state on February 1, 2012.
LU.0 Implement Phasing Strategy
Map 6 Phasing Strategy of the City of Hollister
General Plan illustrates a phasing map identifying
priority areas for the potential expansion of the
Sphere of Influence.
LU.V Offer Development Incentives
The City of Hollister offers the opportunity for
development to request a waiver of development
standards through the Planned Development
process, which encourages unique development
design and higher residential densities.
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LU.W
Promote Improvements During Design
Review
Ongoing implementation. City's review includes
pre -application meetings with the applicant as
well as Development Review Committee (DRC)
with city officials.
LU.X
Rehabilitate, Replace, or Eliminate
Illegal or Dangerous Housing Units
Code Enforcement review ongoing.
LU.Y
Review Development Regulations
Ongoing. The City is in the process of overhauling
the Zoning Ordinance to bring it into conformance
with new State laws, provide clarity, address
inconsistencies, and provide for overall ease of
use and understanding of the code for both the
public and staff.
See LU.C.
LU.Z
Review Impact Fees
Ongoing. Resolution 2016-46 was adopted by the
City Council on April 4, 2016 and Resolution 2017-
234 was adopted on September 18, 2017, both of
which amended the City's traffic impact fees.
In 2018, the City of Hollister City Council adopted
revisions to the existing impact fee list.
In May of 2019, the City Council adopted
Resolution 2019-113 approving an update to the
public facility impact fees for jail/juvenile hall,
library, park construction, storm drainage, water
facilities, and new fees for city hall/city yard.
The City is currently reviewing the possibility of re-
evaluating the structure of current impact fees to
be based on square footage for new residential
development.
LU.AA
Study Infrastructure "Hook-up" Fees
See Implementation Measure LU.Z regarding
Impact Fees.
Circulation Element
Implementation Measure
Status
C.A
Classify Roadways
The 2005 General Plan classifies roadways within
the City of Hollister Sphere of Influence. As new
roadways are proposed with development, the
Engineering Department appropriately classifies
them based on their anticipated traffic volumes
and requires improvements to meet City
Standards.
C.B
Develop Truck Routes
Truck Route established along State Route 25
Bypass, which was completed in 2009.
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C.C Encourage Intergovernmental
Coordination
Ongoing.
C.D Evaluate Public Facilities Fees
Ongoing.
C.E Monitor LOS Levels
Ongoing.
C.F
C.F.1
C.F.2
C.F.3
C.F.4
C.F.5
C.F.6
C.F.7
C.F.8
C.F.9
C.F.10
C. F.11
C.F.12
C.F.13
C. F.14
C.F.15
Prioritize and Implement Roadway
Improvements
Highway 25 Bypass
Buena Vista Road Construction
Memorial Drive Construction
Sunnyslope Road Construction
Union Road (formerly Crestview Drive)
Construction
Airline Highway (State Route 25)
Widening
Fairview Road Widening
Westside Boulevard Extension
New Traffic Signals
Street and Highway Maintenance
Memorial Drive Construction
Fairview Road/San Felipe Road East
West Arterial
Fairview Road/Memorial Drive East
West Collector
McCloskey Road to State Route 156
Union Road Widening
C.F.1 Highway 25 Bypass was completed in 2009
C.F.2 The City of Hollister approved TM 2013-2,
which constructed the North Street Extension of
Buena Vista Road between San Felipe Road to the
west and the existing Buena Vista Road to the
east.
C.F.3 At the October 2021 Planning Commission
meeting, Tentative Map 2021-2, Conditional Use
Permit 2021-8 for a Planned Unit Development,
and Site & Architectural Review 2021-8 was
approved to subdivide —23 acres for residential
development. As part of the development, the full
right of way of Memorial Drive will be extended
north from Meridian Street to Santa Ana Road.
Grading for the project began in 2023. Building
permits for the residences began issuance in
2025, and the construction of the Memorial Drive
extension and Santa Ana Road roundabout is
largely complete. Though, Memorial Drive is not
yet opened fully to through traffic due to the
ongoing subdivision construction.
C.F.4 Sunnyslope Road between El Toro Drive and
Fairview Road remains a 2 -lane collector at this
time. There continues to be spotted City and
County jurisdictional lands along the right-of-way,
and no annexation or full right-of-way
improvement project is planned at this time.
C.F.5 The West of Fairview Subdivision was
approved in 2007 with a development agreement
accompanying the tentative map. The
development agreement has extended the
subdivision approval and the development is
currently under construction. The extension of
Union Road (now Avenida Cesar Chavez) was
completed as part of the Phase 1A improvements
for the subdivision.
C.F.6 At this time, Airline Highway (SR 25) remains
a two-lane road from Sunset Drive south to
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Fairview Road. The Highway is within CalTrans'
jurisdiction, and approval of any roadway
improvement projects are within their control.
C.F.7 Where Fairview Road is within the City's
jurisdiction, the road has two southbound travel
lanes. The remainder of Fairview Road right-of-
way falls within San Benito County jurisdiction.
Additionally, the West of Fairview Subdivision has
improved half of the right-of-way on Fairview
Road along the project boundary.
C.F.8 An agreement was made between the City
of Hollister and the San Benito High School District
to authorize the closure of Nash Road between
West Street and Monterey Street during school
hours in August of 2015. The road closure was
implemented in 2018.
C.F.9 The City continues to evaluate intersections
and traffic congestion to and implement traffic
calming measures where appropriate. New
developments are reviewed to ensure that any
traffic effects are mitigated, including the
collection of in -lieu traffic impact fees for large-
scale traffic projects.
C.F.10 The City continues to maintain roadways
and has an annual Capital Improvement Project
which identifies roadway repairs and
maintenance for each year.
C.F.11 There are no planned annexations and/or
development projects north of Santa Ana Road
within the proposed Memorial Drive Extension
area at this time.
C.F.12 The growth area bounded by San Felipe
Road, Fallon Road, Fairview Road, and Meridian
Street is not at a state of development warranting
planning for this east -west collector between
McCloskey Road and Fallon Road.
C.F.13 The growth area bounded by San Felipe
Road, Fallon Road, Fairview Road, and Meridian
Street is not at a state of development warranting
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planning for this east -west collector between
McCloskey Road and Santa Ana Road.
C.F.14 The segment of Fairview Road between
McCloskey Road and SR 156 is within the
jurisdiction of San Benito County.
C.F.15 The segment of Union Road between SR 25
and SR156 is within the jurisdiction of San Benito
County.
C.G
Promote Walkability Through Design
Ongoing. The City of Hollister Zoning Ordinance
Review
identifies standards for circulation and
walkability.
On February 22. 2011, the City Council approved
Resolution 2011-20 adopting the 2009 San Benito
County Bikeway and Pedestrian Master Plan.
Developments are reviewed through many
different city departments and review agencies to
ensure compliance with all necessary standards
and design requirements.
In 2025, the City applied for the Safe Streets and
Roads for All grant program. The City was
awarded a grant to engage in a citywide road
network planning effort to identify road
improvements that can be made to promote
pedestrian and multi -modal circulation. The City
accepted the award in early 2026.
C.H
Collaborate with Caltrans During
All environmental documents as well as any
Development Review
development which affects Ca ITra ns rights -of -way
are forwarded to CalTrans for review and
comment during the development processes. The
City also collaborates with CalTrans as apprLCliate
for grant funding for multimodal circulation
projects and other projects as appropriate.
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Community Services and Facilities Element
Implementation Measure
Status
CSF.A
Adopt an Information Technology Plan
Ongoing.
CSF.B
Evaluate Fire Service Consolidation
Opportunities
Fire Task Force reviewed during 2005-2007.
Consolidation of Fire Services between the City of
Hollister and San Benito County occurred in 2013.
Once per month, City and County officials meet to
discuss the City/County joint powers agreement
consolidation of fire department services,
including maintenance, operation, and facilities
costs.
CSF.C
Implement Joint Use Agreements with
School Districts
Ongoing joint -use programs at Calaveras, Cerra
Vista, Maze, and Rancho San Justo schools' parks.
Resolution 2017-281 was approved by the City
Council on November 6, 2017, which approved a
Master Agreement between the City of Hollister
and Hollister School District for the use of
recreational fields.
Resolution 2013-59 was approved by the City
Council on May 20, 2013 authorizing execution of
a community recreation agreement with San
Benito High School District for the use of the San
Benito High School aquatics facility.
CSF.D Adopt a Performance Standards
Ordinance
Chapter 17.16 Performance Standards was
adopted in 2008 with Ordinance 1038.
CSF.E Consider the Formation of a Planning
Area -Wide Fire District
See CSF.B.
CSF.F
Coordinate with the San Benito County
Water District, San Benito County and
the Sunnyslope County Water District in
Water and Wastewater System
Expansion Needs
Continued coordination for water reclamation
and supply with the Governance Committee.
City and San Benito County Water District
(SBCWD) in partnership for the reclaimed water
master plan.
Coordination for use of the Lessalt Water
Treatment Facility for water supply for the region.
Adoption of the Hollister Urban Area Water and
Wastewater Master Plan in November 2012.
Collaborating agencies included the City of
Hollister, County of San Benito, Sunnyslope
County Water District, and San Benito County
Water District.
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On October 20, 2025, the City Council adopted
Resolution 2025-143 approving an amendment to
the San Benito Urban Area Water Supply and
Treatment Agreement with the San Benito County
Water District, which included laying out funding
mechanisms for the Accelerated Drought
Response Project (ADRoP) which will provide
climate resiliency in drought for existing water
users in the region.
CSF.G
Coordinate with the Sunnyslope County
Water District in Water System
Expansion Needs
See CSF.F.
CSF.H Establish Procedures and Requirements
for Well and Ditch Tail Water Tests
Ongoing compliance with State Department of
Public Health and Department of Water
Resources for well testing. This follows the written
plan for testing the drinking water system.
CSF.I Establish Requirements for Water
Conservation in New Development
On June 20, 2011, the City Council approved
Resolution 2011-81 approving the Hollister Urban
Area Water Management Plan.
Ordinance 1046 established fees and provisions
for collection of liquid water at the Hollister Water
Reclamation Facility.
Ordinance 1055 was adopted to establish
compliance with state law for water efficient
landscapes.
Commercial, industrial, and multi -family projects
are required to include a separable with a meter
for use of recycled water.
Coordination to use the 50 -acre water
reclamation facility (Brigantino Park) to establish
an agricultural trial field.
On June 6, 2011 the City Council approved
Resolution 2011-70 adopting the water system
emergency/disaster response plan.
CSF.J Identify Opportunities for Library
Service Expansion
In 2017 the City Council adopted a library impact
fee that would be paid by new development.
CSF.K Identify Recycling Program
Opportunities
The City of Hollister — as well as San Benito County
as a whole — partners with Recology for water,
organics, and recycling programs and collection.
San Benito County Integrated Waste also
champions recycling programs county -wide.
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CSF.L Implement Actions for Pesticide and
Fertilizer Management
The City employees or contactors are trained or
qualified to comply with regulations for pesticide
and fertilizer management.
CSF.M Provide Information on Water
Conserving Landscape
Ongoing. Ordinance 1055 Water Efficient
Landscape Ordinance was adopted in December
2009 and its implementation is ongoing. The City
contracts with the Water Resources Association of
San Benito County (WRASBC) to review all
landscape applications submitted and to verify
that they are in accordance to Ordinance 1055.
Staff works with WRASBC to make information
available to the public about water conservation
methods.
The Water Resources Association provides
literature on water conservation landscaping and
has a demonstration garden to showcase such
conservation strategies. It also does water
education in schools.
CSF.O Adopt a Storm Water Master Plan
The City has a Storm Drain Master Plan prepared
by Wallace Group, Inc. for current and future
general plan buildout.
CSF.P Identify Drainage System Improvements
Ongoing maintenance for storm drains.
CSF.Q Identify Opportunities for Water
Recycling
See CSF.I.
CSF.R Update the City's Water System Master
Plan
See CSF.F.
CSF.R(2) Coordinate with San Benito County on
Landfill Capacity Needs
Approved non-exclusive franchise agreements for
roll -off refuse and commercial recycling.
Approved Ordinance 1040 which requires waste
diversion plans for new construction and
demolitions.
Approved a new franchise agreement that
includes recycling as part of the rates.
Approved an environmental purchasing policy.
Approved use of recycled materials at city parks.
On June 3, 2013 the City Council adopted
Ordinance 1093, which amended Chapter 15.24
Grading and Best Management Practices Control
relating to solid waste diversion plans.
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On February 21, 2017 the City Council approved
Resolution 2017-42 adopting a sanitary sewer
management plan.
CSF.S
Prepare Guidelines for Water Quality
Source Control Program
The City of Hollister has adopted a storm water
management program as well as a grading
ordinance for low impact development. It is city
polity to condition bio retentions, vegetative
swales, permeable paving or other sources of
storm water management for developments. The
City has adopted storm water management best
management practices (BMPs) CASQA manuals
for construction, municipal government, and
industrial uses which address spill prevention and
clean up.
CSF.T
Conduct Water Quality Education
Programs
The City of Hollister helps fund the San Benito
County Water Resources Association in
partnership with Sunnyslope County Water
District and San Benito County Water District. The
agency provides training to homeowners on
water use and discharge from homes.
The City Council has discussed the topic of
greywater and the potential reuse of graywater as
a component of sustainable water practices.
Ongoing implementation with monthly hazardous
collection.
CSF.0
Continue to Require Proper Disposal of
Pollutants
See CSF.T.
CSF.V
Coordinate with the Water Resources
Association of San Benito County
Agency provided training for certification of
irrigation auditors for water efficient landscaping,
and coordinate for implementation of water
efficient landscape ordinance 1055. Staff
collaborates with the Water Resources
Association of San Benito County (WRASBC) to
implement Ordinance 1055. The WRASBC reviews
applications for consistency with Ordinance 1055
for all developments including the front yards of
new residential dwelling units.
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CSF.W
Enforce Strict Requirements for
Development in High Fire Hazard Areas
In March 2025 the Office of the State Fire Marshall
(OSFM) released updated Fire Hazard Severity
Zone (FHSZ) maps. During this update, one parcel
located off of Cowden Road south of the City was
identified as being located within a High Fire
Hazard Zone. This parcel is located within the City,
as it is a City -owned public facility parcel.
The City Council authorized an amendment to the
City's Safety Element, including the preparation of
an evacuation study, to ensure that CaIFIRE
standards are met. This update is underway and
anticipated to be adopted with the 2040 General
Plan Update in 2026. The updates to the Safety
Element will include policies ensuring the
development within the High Fire Hazard Zone are
enforced.
CSF.X
Enhance Facilities for Fire and Police
Services
The remodel of Fire Station 1 was completed in
2012. The City utilizes Community Facilities
District #5 to fund police and fire services to new
residential development, which collects funds
that can be used both for personnel and also
upgrading equipment and facilities for the
provision of emergency services.
In 2025, the Fire Prevention Division relocated to
a new City -owned building located at 450 Hill
Street. The office is collocated with the Parks and
Recreation Department.
In 2025, the City of Hollister Police Department
began the blueprints for the Dispatch and
Realtime Crime Center and for the parking lot
expansion and metal long-term evidence building
at the police department.
CSF.Y
Evaluate Coordinate Funding Strategies
for Infrastructure and Services
Ongoing coordinate billing for sewer and water
for residents located in the Sunnyslope County
Water District. Coordinated water efficient
landscape applications process with Water
Resources Association in 2010. Ongoing.
CSF.Z
Implement Plans for a Regional
Wastewater Treatment Facility
Completed in 2008.
CSF.AA
Implement the City's Solid Waste
Management Plan
See CSF.R(2).
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CSF.BB
Implement the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan
Ongoing.
The City's Parks Facility Master Plan was adopted
on May 20, 2019.
CSF.CC
Maintain an Up -to -Date CIP
Ongoing.
CSF.DD
Maintain Data on Sewer and Water
System Capacity
See CSF.F.
CSF.EE
Monitor Water Quality at the
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Ongoing monitoring to comply with requirements
of waste discharge permits.
CSF.FF
Provide for New Elementary and Middle
Schools
Staff participated in the Hollister School District
Facility Master Plan data collection and
interagency meetings.
CSF.GG
Publicize the City's Waste Management
Program
Coordinate with waste haul contractor for
education about designated drop-off days for
household hazardous waste and recycling
programs.
CSF.HH
Inspect Drainage Channels and Culverts
Ongoing inspection and general maintenance as
needed.
CSF.II
Require Fire Agency Review
Ongoing.
CSF.JJ
Require Fire Protection Mitigation in
New Development
Ongoing.
CSF.KK
Require Law Enforcement Review
Ongoing.
CSF.LL
Require Storm Water Runoff Measures
Ordinance 1053 adopted in December 2009 for
grading and best management practices. Ongoing
communication with Regional Water Quality
Control Board District V.
CSF.MM
Require Utility Providers Review
Ongoing.
CSF.NN
Support Construction of a Second High
School
Ongoing.
Open Space and Agriculture Element
Implementation Measure
Status
OS.A
Create an Agricultural Community
Disclosure Ordinance
This type of ordinance is applicable to
unincorporated areas where the noise, odor, and
dust/debris from agricultural uses can be a
perceived nuisance to rural residential land uses.
Most agricultural uses in the city limits are in the
industrial zoning districts where disclosure would
be unnecessary. Other agricultural areas are
unincorporated lands near the edge of the city
limits.
OS.B
Develop Open Space Management
Plan(s)
Ongoing, where applicable.
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OS.C
Investigate Voluntary "Subscription
Farming" or Community Supported
Agriculture (CSA) Programs
Implementation program is more applicable to
projects that abut agricultural areas.
The City has supported the Hollister Farmers'
Market, which is a source for local and regional
agricultural vendors.
OS.D
Enact a Farmland Trust
There is an existing non-profit San Benito
Agricultural Land Trust.
The City is in the process of developing an
Agricultural Land Preservation Program.
OS.E
Coordinate With Other Jurisdictions in
Open Space Planning
Ongoing.
OS.F
Manage Private Open Space
Ongoing.
OS.G
Provide Open Space Access Points
Ongoing.
OS.H
Create Open Space Preservation
Opportunities
Opportunities for flexible development with
areas, such as flood zones, to preserve open space
areas within developments.
OS.I
Restrict Utilities in Open Space
Ordinance 1056 added prohibitions to the
establishment of utilities in the Flood Plain overlay
zoning district.
Natural Resources and Conservation Element
Implementation Measure
Status
NRC.A
Conduct Air Quality Education Programs
Limited staff resources.
NRC.B
Explore Regional Planning Opportunities
to Preserve Habitats
Ongoing. San Benito County is currently preparing
a Habitat Conservation Plan.
NRC.C
Identify Opportunities for PG&E
Assistance
Continued cooperation with the Association of
Monterey Bay Area Governments and PG&E for
energy conservation programs.
NRC.D
Provide for Backup Energy Provision
Backup power has been installed at the City
corporation yard, City Hall, the Police Station, and
Fire Station 2.
NRC.E
Encourage "Green" Building Standards
and Processes
Ongoing. The City adopts all updates to the
California Building Code, including Green Building
Codes.
NRC.F
Establish and Update the List of Species
The City follows all local, state, and federal special
status species protection and mitigation
requirements.
NRC.G
Establish Mitigation for the Burrowing
Owl Colony in the Fairview Road/Santa
Ana Road Area
Standard mitigation measures for protection of
the burrowing owl are in place on all applicable
development projects which may affect the
species' habitat areas.
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NRC.H
Apply Air Quality Standards in
Development Review
As part of the 2040 General Plan Update, the City
is also preparing a Climate Action Plan to establish
air quality improvement and greenhouse gas
emissions reduction targets.
NRC.I
Apply Standards to Sensitive Air Quality
Receptors
Ongoing.
NRC.J
Apply Title 24 Requirements
All projects involving electric permits or other
energy improvements are subject to Title 24.
In 2025, the City processed 250 building permits
which were subject to Title 24 requirements.
NRC.K
Conduct Surveys for Burrowing Owls
Ongoing. Biological Assessments are a standard
mitigation requirement for any development
proposed within a sensitive habitat area.
NRC.L
Coordinate with Other Agencies in Air
Quality Planning
Ongoing.
NRC.M
Establish Buffers to Protect Air Quality
Ongoing.
NRC.N
Identify Opportunities for Transit-
Oriented Development
Ongoing. San Benito County Council of
Governments is included in the development
review process to ensure coordination with
regional transit projects.
NRC.O
Implement the LEED Program
Ongoing.
NRC.P
Promote Solar Design
Al new development is subject to solar energy
requirements.
In 2025, the City processed 302 solar permits.
NRC.Q
Publicize Energy Conservation Programs
Ongoing.
NRC.R
Require Appropriate Landscaping to
Mitigate Air Quality impacts
Ongoing.
NRC.S
Require Building and Site Design Review
for Energy Conservation
Ongoing.
NRC.T
Require Construction Techniques that
Minimize Wind Erosion
Ongoing.
NRC.0
Require Pre -construction Surveys for
Nesting Raptors
Ongoing. Biological Assessments are a standard
mitigation requirement for any development
proposed within a sensitive habitat area.
NRC.V
Require Project Mitigation for Habitat
Ongoing. Biological Assessments are a standard
mitigation requirement for any development
proposed within a sensitive habitat area.
NRC.W
Require Project Review for Energy
Conservation Measures
Ongoing.
NRC.X
Require Wetlands Delineation
No identified wetlands within the City of Hollister.
NRC.Y
Require Wetlands Replacement Plans
No identified wetlands within the City of Hollister.
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Health and Safety Element
Implementation Measure
HS.A Designate Travel Routes for Hazardous
Materials
California Truck Route established along State
Route 25 Bypass, which opened in 2009.
HS.B Designate Truck Routes
See HS.A.
HS.C Implement the Airport Land Use Plan
Development Applications which are located
within the Airport Influence Area are forwarded
to the Airport Land Use Commission for land use
consistency determinations.
HS.D Provide for Public Awareness and
Education About Noise Issues
Provided on an as -needed basis.
HS.E Provide Public Information on Safety
and Emergency Preparedness Issues
The City of Hollister adopted a Local Hazard
Mitigation Plan as part of the larger San Benito
County Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
HS.F
Compile Complaint Information and
Periodically Evaluate Enforcement
Needs for Noise Impacts
Monitored by the Code Enforcement Division.
HS.G Update Geologic, Flooding and Other
Hazard Maps
The City utilizes the most up-to-date hazard maps
available.
HS.H Apply Flood Control Requirements in
New Development
Ongoing.
H S. I
Coordinate with San Benito County on
Hazardous Waste Management
Planning
Hazmat communication is integrated between the
City and the County. The County Environmental
Health Department has a county -wide hazardous
management plan. City and County participation
includes disaster preparedness planning and
exercises. The county has a hazardous waste
collection program that serves the City of
Hollister.
HS.J Conduct Periodic Emergency Exercises
Staff attend trainings coordinated by the Office of
Emergency Services.
HS.K Conduct Periodic Noise Monitoring
Ongoing.
HS.L Continue to Implement Actions Related
to Unreinforced Masonry Buildings
Ongoing.
HS.M Designate Emergency Evacuation
Routes
See HS.A.
HS.N Identify Traffic Noise Mitigation Needs
Noise study and conditions for noise reduction are
implemented in development for project where
the environmental analysis pursuant to CEQA
determines a need.
HS.O Periodically Evaluate the City's Noise
Ordinance
The City of Hollister approved Ordinance 1137 on
April 3, 2017 adopting an updated Noise
Ordinance addressing days and hours of
operation for construction activities.
HS.P Provide Staff Training on Noise
Enforcement
Ongoing training in conjunction with code
enforcement training.
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HS.Q
Regularly Update the Building Code
Ongoing.
HS.R
Require Cleaning on Sites with
Hazardous Soils
Two previous clean-up sites were the
"Leatherback" property which was purchased by
the former RDA on the southeast corner of
Hillcrest Road and McCray Street, and on the
southwest corner of McCray Street and 4th Street.
Ongoing implementation on an as -needed basis.
HS.S
Review and Update the City's
Emergency Plan
See HS.I.
HS.T
Review New Development for Potential
Noise Impacts
See HS.N.
HS.0
Review New Development for
Compatibility with the Hollister
Municipal Airport Comprehensive Land
Use Plan
See HS.U.
Housing Element Reporting Requirements
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
Projection
Period
2 4
Projection
Total Units
Total
Income Level
RHNA Allocation
by Income Level
Period -
06/30/2023 -
12114/2023
2023
2024
2026
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
to Date (all
years)
Remaining
RHNA by
Income Level
Total RHNA
4,163
Total Untts
49 122
186
337
3,826
Residential Projects Entitled
Entitled Residential Units By Project/Unit Type 2025
Project
Number of Units
Unit Type
Affordability
141 Westside Blvd
1 JADU
Market Rate
660 Gabriele Ct
1 JADU
Very Low
180 Rustic Ct
1 JADU
Acutely Low
1640 Petaluma Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
21 Rossi Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
820 Talbot Dr
1 ADU
Extremely Low
921 Cannery Row
1 JADU
Market Rate
683 6th St
1 ADU
Moderate
1491 Jenner Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
2781 Glenview Dr
1 JADU
Market Rate
1146 Prune St
1 ADU
Market Rate
City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Entitled Residential Units By Project/Unit Type 2025
Project
Number of Units
Unit Type
Affordability
1371 El Cerro Dr
1 ADU
Extremely Low
2350 Calistoga Dr
1 JADU
Market Rate
1701 Panorama Dr
1 ADU
Extremely Low
4th Street Apartments
17 5+
Very Low/ Low/
Moderate
Everglen 2
6 SFD
Moderate/ Market Rate
1100 Christopher Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
Entitled Residential Units 2025
Acutely
Low-
Income
Extremely
Low -Income
Very Low-
Income
Low-
Income
Moderate
Income
Above-
Moderate
Income
Total
1 3
2 13
5 14
38 Residential Building Permits Issued (Counted toward RHNA) Residential Building Permit Issued By Project/Unit Type Project
Number of Units
Unit Type
Affordability
Twin Oaks
8 SFD (Age -Restricted)
Market Rate
West of Fairview Phase 2
38 SFD
Market Rate
840 Laguna Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
1151 Sally St
1 ADU
Market Rate
1920 Nora Dr
1 ADU
Market Rate
1049 West St
1 ADU
Low
Everglen
40 SFD
Market Rate
Everglen ADUs
6 ADU
Market Rate
Willow Landing
33 SFD
Market Rate
Willow Landing Duets
14 SFA
Market Rate
141 Westside Blvd
1 JADU
Market Rate
1640 Petaluma Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
21 Rossi Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
921 Cannery Row
1 JADU
Market Rate
Annotti Landing
4 2 to 4
Market Rate
Annotti Landing
4 ADU
Market Rate
Aspen Park
9 SFD
Market Rate
Farmstead
2 SFD
Market Rate
Residential Building Permits Issued 2025
Acutely
Low-
Income
Extremely
Low -Income
Very Low-
Income
Low-
Income
Moderate
Income
Above-
Moderate
Income
Total
0 0
0 1
0 165
166
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Residential Final Occupancies
Residential Final Occupancy Issued By Project/Unit Type Project
Number of Units
Unit Type
Affordability
2003 Bridlewood St
1 ADU
Market Rate
Twin Oaks
22 SFD (Age -Restricted)
Market Rate
West of Fairview Phase 2
66 SFD
Moderate/ Market Rate
1247 Sally St
1 JADU
Market Rate
1900 Parkview Cir
1 ADU
Market Rate
900 Apricot Ln
1 ADU
Market Rate
1920 Nora Dr
1 ADU
Market Rate
1251 Westward Dr
1 JADU
Market Rate
1270 Amador Cir
1 ADU
Market Rate
204 Hawkins St
4 2 to 4
Low
Everglen
23 SFD
Market Rate
Everglen ADUs
2 ADU
Market Rate
Willow Landing
13 SFD
Market Rate
Willow Landing Duets
11 SFA
Market Rate
400 Block Condominiums
9 5+
Market Rate
141 Westside Blvd
1 JADU
Market Rate
231 Bundeson Dr
2 SFD/ADU
Market Rate
885 Brennan Way
1 JADU
Market Rate
1161 Christopher Ct
1 ADU
Market Rate
Residential Final Occupancy Issued 2025
Acutely
Low-
Income
Extremely
Low -Income
Very Low-
Income
Low-
Income
Moderate
Income
Above-
Moderate
Income
Total
0 0
0 4
6 152
162
Housing Element Implementation Status
The City of Hollister received comments on the draft 6th Cycle Housing Element from HCD in January 2025.
Due to the repeal of the 2040 General Plan in March 2025 following a referendum petition that was filed in January 2025, direction was needed on the General Plan in order for the City to subsequently proceed with addressing the comments on the Housing Element from HCD. The 6th Cycle Housing Element that was reviewed by HCD had been prepared to be consistent with the 2040 General Plan and the Environmental Impact Report that was certified for the General Plan.
In June 2025, the City Council authorized a contract and direction for the revision of the 2040 General Plan. Based upon the General Plan direction, a revision for the contract and necessary revisions to the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update was made and executed. A revised draft Housing Element was resubmitted to HCD in December 2025 for further review.
City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
The 6th Cycle Housing Element is not yet certified by HCD. Adoption and certification are anticipated in 2026. The table below outlines the Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element policies and address progress toward those draft programs.
Name of Program
Objective
Program Implementation Details
2025 Outcomes
H1.1 Local
Government
Leadership
Review and Evaluate the
Housing Element every
three years.
- Review and evaluate the Housing
Element every three years,
beginning in June 2026. The City
will update individual policy
programs if policy outcomes are
not being met within the
timeframe expected.
- Prepare information and conduct
a Housing Element review
workshop after every Housing
Element evaluation review.
Timeframe: First Housing Element
evaluation review to be completed
by June 2026; If the Housing
Element evaluation review
determines that Housing Element
objectives are not being met
within the expected timeframe,
any proposed policy program
updates will be implemented by
June 2027; Housing Element
review workshop to be held by
December 2026 and with every
Housing Element evaluation
thereafter.
The 6th Cycle Housing
Element has been
revised and
resubmitted to HCD to
address outstanding
comments and achieve
certification in 2026.
H1.2 Managed
Growth That
Meets Regional
Housing Needs
Determinations
Repeal Measure U from
the City's Municipal Code.
Repeal Measure U from the City's
Municipal Code.
The City Council
adopted Ordinance
1270 on January 5,
2026, repealing the
Growth Management
Ordinance in its
entirety.
H1.3 6th Cycle
RHNA Strategy
Adopt Rezones and
establish appropriate
development standards to
accommodate the 6th
Cycle RHNA.
- Adopt rezonings in conjunction
with the General Plan Update.
- Establish appropriate
development standards that
facilitate achieving maximum
densities for each new rezone
without density bonuses,
incentives, or concessions.
- Monitor housing development as
part of the Annual Progress
Reports (APRs), and if needed,
identify additional sites within 180
days, or consider a discretionary
process allowing lower minimum
Rezones are being
prepared and are
anticipated to be
adopted alongside or
immediately following
the adoption of the
General Plan and
Housing Element in
2026.
Finalization of the
rezoning details are
pending HCD review
and acceptance of the
City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Name of Program
Objective
Program Implementation Details
2025 Outcomes
densities to address potential
Draft 6th Cycle Housing
constraints.
Element.
- The City will rezone adequate
sites to address the shortfall or
unaccommodated housing need
with the following standards,
pursuant to Government Code
section 65583, subdivision (c)(1)
and 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and
(i).
- Accommodate a minimum of 16
units per site;
- Require a minimum density of
20 units per acre; and
- At least 50 percent of the
lower -income need must be
accommodated on sites
designated for residential use only
or on sites zoned for mixed -uses
that accommodate all of the very
low and low-income housing need,
if those sites allow 100 percent
residential use, and
- Require residential use occupy
50 percent of the total floor area
of a mixed -use project.
- Permit owner -occupied and
rental multifamily uses by -right for
development in which 20 percent
or more of the units are affordable
to lower income households. By -
right means local government
review must not require a
conditional use permit, planned
unit development permit, or other
discretionary review or approval.
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Name of Program
Objective
Program Implementation Details
2025 Outcomes
H1.4 By -Right
Requirement for
4th and 5th Cycle
Sites
Adopt amendments to the
Zoning Code to allow by-
right development for
projects identified in the
4th and 5th Cycle Sites
Inventory that propose 20
percent or more of the
units as affordable to
lower income households.
- Allow by -right development for
qualifying sites pursuant to
Government Code section
65583.2(c) concurrent with
Housing Element adoption.
Timeframe: Upon adoption of the
6th Cycle Housing Element.
Rezones are being
prepared and are
anticipated to be
adopted alongside or
immediately following
the adoption of the
General Plan and
Housing Element in
2026.
Finalization of the
rezoning details are
pending HCD review
and acceptance of the
Draft 6th Cycle Housing
Element.
H1.5 Senate Bill
35 Streamlining
Establish written
procedures for SB 35
streamlining.
- Establish SB 35 procedures and
provide information online.
- Develop and implement the
program.
SB 35 procedures are in
progress and are
anticipated to be
adopted into code in
2026 along with other
procedural Zoning
Amendments.
The Planning
Commission held
multiple study sessions
in 2025 to review and
comment upon
revisions to the
procedures sections of
the Zoning Ordinance
(Chapter 17.24), in
anticipation of the
ordinance being
repealed and replaced
once all draft sections
are reviewed.
H1.6 Water and
Sewer Priority
Establish and adopt
procedures to grant
priority water and sewer
service to developments
with units affordable to
lower -income households
per Government Code
§65589.7.
- Comply with requirements of
State law associated with
provision of Housing Element to
water and sewer providers.
- The City of Hollister will establish
and adopt procedures to grant
priority water and sewer service to
developments with units
affordable to lower -income
households per Government Code
§65589.7 by June 2026.
Timeframe: Immediately upon
The City will include
necessary language in
the adoption of the
Housing Element.
Anticipated in 2026.
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Name of Program
Objective
Program Implementation Details
2025 Outcomes
adoption of the 6th Cycle Housing
Element and any subsequent
amendments; Establish and adopt
procedures to grant priority water
and sewer service to development
with units affordable to lower -
income households per
Government Code §65589.7 by
June 2026.
H1.7 Monitoring,
Establish a regular
- Establish and maintain a Sites
The 6t' Cyle Housing
Evaluation, and
monitoring and update
Inventory Monitoring Program.
Element is not adopted
Revisions
process to access housing
- Adopt findings with each City
or certified. Annual
needs, opportunities, and
achievements, and modify
approval for residential projects
identifying the breakdown of units
monitoring, reporting,
and adjustment is
policies, programs, and
by income category and establish
limited until the
resource allocations as
needed.
whether 'no net loss' findings to
be made, if either fewer units are
developed than shown in the
housing element, or if the units
are being developed in different
income categories than projected.
If 'no net loss' findings must be
made, the City must either find
that it is maintaining enough sites
to accommodate the remaining
document is adopted.
Sites inventory
monitoring program
and findings related to
`no net loss' are in
progress and expected
in 2026.
RHNA, or if there are not enough
sites to accommodate the
remaining RHNA. If there are not
enough sites, the City has 180 days
to make adequate sites available.
- Annually monitor the progress of
pending projects, ADU projections,
and development on candidate
housing sites through the APR.
- If residential development is not
sufficiently progressing towards
building permits or if the City is
not meeting the pro -rated share of
the RHNA at all income levels by
December 2028, the City will
identify strategies to maintain
adequate sites throughout the
planning period.
Timeframe: Establish a Sites
Inventory Program by January
2026; Annually monitor progress
through the APRs; Identify new
strategies, as needed, within 180
days.
City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Name of Program
Objective
Program Implementation Details
2025 Outcomes
H2.1 Objective
Design Standards
Establish and implement
Objective Design Standards
and update city-wide
design review procedures.
- Adopt and implement Objective
Design Standards for all residential
development projects through the
City's large-scale zoning
amendments.
- Adopt amendments to the City's
existing design review procedures
through the City's large-scale
zoning amendments.
- Promote the new standards and
procedures online, through print
materials at the Planning counter,
and through email noticing to the
development community.
Timeframe: Adopt Objective
Design Standards by March 2026;
Adopt amendments to the design
review procedures by March 2026;
Promote new standards and
procedures annually to
prospective applicants.
Work to prepare
Objective Design
Standards for
Downtown Mixed -Use
and Multifamily
Residential projects
continued in 2025. A
public workshop was
held on December 4,
2025, and an online
survey regarding the
project was hosted to
receive feedback from
the community.
Adoption of the
objective design
standards is
anticipated in 2026.
H2.2 Resource
Conservation
Promote development and
construction standards
that provide resource
conservation.
- Publicize energy conservation
programs and reward energy
efficient projects under the
allocation program.
- Apply Title 24 requirements.
The City of Hollister
adopted the 2025
California Building
Codes, including Title
24 amendments, on
September 15, 2025
(Ordinance 1263).
In 2025, the City issued
250 building permits
subject to Title 24
requirements.
H2.3 Renewable
Energy
Technologies
Promote the use of
renewable energy
technologies (such as solar
and wind) in new and
rehabilitated housing
when possible.
- Promote solar design for new
residential development projects.
- Encourage 'green' building
standards and procedures.
All projects requiring
building permits are
subject to green
building code
requirements.
In 2025, the City issued
302 solar permits.
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Name of Program
Objective
Program Implementation Details
2025 Outcomes
H2.4
Support good
- Link code enforcement with
No updates regarding
Maintenance and
management practices and
public information programs.
the rehabilitation loan
Management of
the long-term
- Assist in maximizing use of
program for 2025.
Quality Housing
maintenance and
improvement of existing
housing through housing
and building code
enforcement, and
rehabilitation loan
assistance for low- and
moderate -income
homeowners and rental
property owners with
lower income tenants.
rehabilitation loan programs on an
as -needed basis.
- Annually apply for grants to fund
the rehabilitation loan program.
- Prioritize rehabilitation loans in
subareas generating the highest
volume of substandard housing
cases.
Timeframe: On a project -by -
project basis; Annually apply for
grants to fund the rehabilitation
loan program.
H3.1 Variety of
Achieve a mix of housing
- Implement mixed -use
Work to prepare
Housing Choices
types, densities, and
development standards through
Objective Design
designs to provide choice
the City's large-scale zoning
Standards for
in owner and renter
amendments and General Plan
Downtown Mixed -Use
housing.
update.
and Multifamily
- Implement zoning amendments
for manufactured homes through
the City's large-scale zoning
amendments and General Plan
update to allow in all zones where
single-family housing is allowed.
- Implement zoning amendments
for mobile home parks through
the City's large-scale zoning
amendments to identify zoning
and development standards that
encourage and facilitate mobile
home parks.
Residential projects
continued in 2025. A
public workshop was
held on December 4,
2025, and an online
survey regarding the
project was hosted to
receive feedback from
the community.
Adoption of the
objective design
standards is
anticipated in 2026.
The City Council
adopted Ordinance
1267 on October 20,
2025 which amended
Chapter 17.04.020 of
the Zoning Ordinance
to permit mobile home
parks in single family
residential zones, and
to permit
manufactured and
mobile homes in all
residential zoning
districts where single
family residential
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Name of Program
Objective
Program Implementation Details
2025 Outcomes
development is
permitted.
H3.2 Maintain
Adequate
Housing Sites
Maintain an adequate
supply of land designated
for all types of residential
development to
accommodate RHNA.
- Utilize inventoried sites for multi-
family infill housing and support
and encourage lot consolidation
when opportunities arise.
- If housing development falls
below the estimated production
target for more than two
consecutive years, the City will
reevaluate the City's standards
and procedures and modify
accordingly within 6 months.
Timeframe: Establish monitoring
program by June 2026; Monitor
annually, and modify standards
and procedures within six months
if development falls below
estimated production target for
more than two consecutive years.
The 6th Cycle Housing
Element is not yet
adopted and certified,
which includes the
sites inventory
supporting the RHNA.
Adoption and
Certification is
anticipated in 2026.
H3.3 User Fees
(Building, Impact
and Planning
Fees)
Review permit processing
and impact fees and
amend appropriately to
ensure they are not a
constraint on housing
development.
-Review impact and planning fees.
- Consider amending the way
traffic fees are calculated. City will
consider transitioning to a
calculation based on a square foot
basis instead of per unit basis to
tighten connection to the impact.
Timeframe: Annual Assessment of
Permitting Fees, Updated Fees as
appropriate; Establish a Fee
Waiver Program by August 2026.
No updates regarding
permit processing and
impact fees for 2025.
H3.4 Accessory
Dwelling Units
(ADUs)
Facilitate the development
of accessory dwelling units
(ADUs) and create a plan
by 2026 that incentivizes
and promotes the
development of ADUs to
be offered at affordable
rents.
- Amend the ADU ordinance to
comply with State Law.
- Develop permit -ready ADU plans
to minimize design costs,
streamline permit processing, and
provide development clarity.
- Streamline and expedite the plan
check review process for ADUs
affordable to lower income
households.
- Provide informational ADU
materials online and at City offices
guiding applicants through the
permitting and construction
process.
- Create an ADU webpage
informing the community on code,
process, and incentives.
The City permitted 18
new ADUs in 2025,
bringing the 6th Cycle
total of permitted
ADUs to 46 units.
In March 2024, the City
implemented an
optional survey of ADU
applicants to collect
anticipate rent ranges
for ADUs. The
application was further
amended in October
2025 to try to further
increase participation
in the survey. Since
implementation the
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- Waive permitting fees for ADUs
under certain sizes and/or deed
restricted as affordable to lower
income households for a period of
55 years.
- Research and pursue potential
State and Regional funding
sources for affordable ADUs and
make information publicly
available.
- Revise the City's Municipal Code
to allow to permit ADUs in all
zones that allow residential uses
and on lots where there are two
existing units on the lot.
City has found that of
all applicants who have
shared rental
information for
prospective ADUs,
100% of the responses
have reflected rental
ranges have fallen into
affordable income
ranges. The City will
continue to collect data
regarding affordability
of ADUs to support
housing goals.
- Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 167 ADUs
during the 6th Cycle Planning
Period.
Timeframe: Create and Implement
ADU Plan by August 2026; Update
necessary code sections as needed
by August 2026.
The City is actively
considering an ADU
amnesty program,
updating the pre -
approved ADU
program, and working
toward further
expedited processing
of ADUs to encourage
additional ADU
development in the
City.
In 2025 the City
received 1 application
for a pre -approved
ADU design, which was
reviewed and
approved.
H3.5 ADU and
Establish and ADU and
- Establish and maintain a
The City permitted 18
Sites Inventory
Sites Inventory Monitoring
Monitoring Program.
new ADUs in 2025,
Monitoring
Program
- Adopt findings with each City
bringing the 6th Cycle
Program
approval for residential projects
identifying the breakdown of units
by income category and establish
whether 'no net loss' findings to
be made, if either fewer units are
developed than shown in the
housing element, or if the units
are being developed in different
income categories than projected.
if 'no net loss' findings must be
made, the City must either find
that it is maintaining enough sites
to accommodate the remaining
RHNA, or if there are not enough
total of permitted
ADUs to 46 units.
In March 2024, the City
implemented an
optional survey of ADU
applicants to collect
anticipate rent ranges
for ADUs. The
application was further
amended in October
2025 to try to further
increase participation
in the survey. Since
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sites to accommodate the
implementation the
remaining RHNA. If there are not
City has found that of
enough sites, the City has 180 days
all applicants who have
to make adequate sites available.
shared rental
- Monitor the progress of pending
information for
projects, ADU projections, and
development on candidate
prospective ADUs,
100% of the responses
housing sites identified in
have reflected rental
Appendix F every other year and
ranges have fallen into
through the APR.
affordable income
- If residential development is not
ranges. The City will
sufficiently progressing towards
continue to collect data
building permits or if the City is
regarding affordability
not meeting the pro -rated share of
of ADUs to support
the RHNA at all income levels by
housing goals.
December 2028, the City will
identify strategies to maintain
adequate sites throughout the
planning period.
Timeframe: Establish a Monitoring
Program by June 2026; adopt
findings with each City approval
for residential projects on a
Housing Element site; monitor the
progress of pending projects, ADU
projections, and development on
candidate sites identified in
Appendix F every other year and
through the APR.
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H3.6 Update
Update the Density Bonus
- Update the Density Bonus
The City Council
Density Bonus
Ordinance to comply with
Ordinance in compliance with
adopted Ordinance
Ordinance
AB 2345
State law requirements.
- Goal of facilitating the
development of at least two
density bonus projects per year
during the planning period.
1267 on October 20,
2025 which amended
Chapter 17.34 Density
Bonus to bring the
ordinance into
compliance with
current state laws.
The City has entitled
the following density
bonus projects in the
6th Cycle:
(2023) 1550 San Juan
Road
(2023) 375 4th Street
(2025) 4th Street
Apartments
The City has issued
Building Permits for the
following density
bonus projects in 6th
Cycle:
(2024) 204 Hawkins
Street
(2024) 400 Block
Condos
The City has issued
Final Occupancy
permits for the
following density
bonus projects in 6th
Cycle:
(2025) 204 Hawkins
Street
(2025) 400 Block
Condos
H3.7 Review of
Review findings of
- Remove subjective language
Amendments to Site
Entitlement
approval for residential
from Site and Architectural Review
and Architectural
Processes
development to remove
subjectivity
findings of approval by June 2026.
Review are anticipated
to be adopted in 2026.
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H3.8 Remove
Development
Constraints
Review the Municipal Code
to identify standards and
requirements that may
constrain the development
of housing
- Review residential development
standards for potential constraints
to the development of new units,
particularly affordable units, and
amend Hollister Municipal Code as
appropriate.
Timeframe: Review development
standards every two years and
amend Municipal Code within one
year if constraints are identified.
The Planning
Commission has held
study sessions in
September and
November 2025 which
are continuing into
2026 to complete a
comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance Overhaul.
The Zoning Ordinance
overhaul will include
updates to procedures
and development
standards to clarify and
eliminate constraints
for housing projects as
appropriate. The
current phase of the
overhaul surrounds
updates to procedural
chapters of the Zoning
Ordinance to update,
amend, and clarify
application processes
and requirements.
H4.1 Inclusionary
Housing Policy
Develop an inclusionary
housing ordinance to
encourage and facilitate
the construction of below
market -rate housing
Explore and evaluate inclusionary
options
- Adopt an inclusionary ordinance
if feasible
- Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 150
inclusionary units during the
planning period.
The City Council
adopted an
Inclusionary Housing
Ordinance in August
2024. The City has
received only one
project which has been
subject to the
ordinance to date,
which was a 100%
affordable project (4th
Street Apartments,
entitled 2025, 17
units).
H4.2 Preservation
of At -Risk Units
Ensure that affordable
housing provided through
government subsidy
programs, incentives and
deed restrictions will
remain affordable
- Protect 'at -risk' units
- Monitor units at -risk of
converting to market -rate and
outreach to property owners to
identify resources and programs
available to maintain affordability
- Identify and pursue funding
opportunities to assist the
preservation of at -risk, affordable
units
- Investigate opportunities to
convert existing market -rate units
No measurable
reporting information
regarding at -risk units
in 2025.
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to affordable units through
rehabilitation improvement
assistance
- Comply with noticing
requirements
- Provide tenant education and
assistance through a variety of
methods, including, but not
limited to, informational material
online and in -person at City
offices, annual workshops or
informational webinars, and/or
partnerships with local
organizations and agencies that
provide assistance to renters and
low-income households
- Coordinate with qualified entities
in identifying solutions to
maintaining affordability for units
at -risk of converting to market
rate.
Timeframe: Develop monitoring
program by December 2026;
Review annually; Outreach to
begin by January 2027; Annually
seek funding opportunities; 2023-
2031
H4.3 State and
Monitor funding
- The City will monitor funding
The City of Hollister has
Federal Housing
opportunities and
opportunities on an annual basis
assisted and supported
Incentives
disseminate information
and apply for funding as
the Hollister West of
on programs to residents
opportunities arise. Goal of
Fairview (Eden
and prospective housing
applying to at least one grant/fund
Housing) project, a
developers/sponsors
per year.
- Implement a plan to expand
funding resources when funding is
secured.
Timeframe: The City will monitor
100% affordable
multifamily residential
development, in their
submission of the
following grant
applications:
funding opportunities on an
annual basis and apply for funding
as opportunities arise; Ongoing.
- 2024 HCD Infill
Infrastructure Grant
(IIG) Program
(Awarded April 5,
2024)
- HCD HOME April
2024
- HCD 2025
SuperNOFA
Farmworker
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Program
- HCD MHP Disaster
Relief Program
(October 2025,
pending)
H4.4 Relocation
Assistance
Provide relocation
assistance to all persons
displaced by publicly
assisted projects, including
rehabilitation and code
enforcement projects,
which lead to the
displacement of
households as funding
resources permit
- Adopt 'Right -to -Return and
Temporary Relocation' standards
for all City -assisted
rehab/redevelopment by
December 2026.
- Serve 20+ households with
relocation/legal navigation during
the planning period, as funding
allows.
No relocation
assistance was
provided by the City in
2025.
H4.5
Replacement
Housing
Adopt a formal
replacement housing
program in compliance
with Government Code
Section 65915
- Adopt a replacement housing
program for units lost that are
currently occupied by lower-
income households or households
subject to affordability
requirements of Government
Code Section 65915 within the last
five years.
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
H4.6 Lot
Consolidation
Ordinance
Develop a lot consolidation
program to promote,
incentivize, and support
the consolidation of small
residential lots into larger
lots to accommodate
higherOdensity
development
- Develop a lot consolidation
program to promote, incentivize,
and support the consolidation of
small residential lots into larger
lots to accommodate higher-
density development.
- The City shall conduct outreach
to property owners of housing
opportunity sites to identify
meaningful incentives to facilitate
lot consolidation and
redevelopment. Based on this
feedback, within two years of
Housing Element adoption, the
Ctiy will revise the Lot
Consolidation Ordinance to
update incentives, as necessary,
which may include:
- Increased density on
consolidated parcels;
- Flexible development standards
such as reduced setbacks,
increased lot coverage, increased
heights, reduced parking;
- Reduced fees; and/or
- Streamlined permit processing
The City has facilitated
the following
development projects
which included lot
consolidation to
support higher density
during the 6th Cycle:
Entitled:
(2023) 375 4th Street
Building Permits
Issued:
(2024) 400 Block
Condos
Final Occupancy
Granted:
(2025) 400 Block
Condos
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- Goal of facilitating at least 500
units citywide through lot
consolidation.
Timeframe: Conduct outreach to
property owners of housing
opportunity sites to identify
meaningful incentives to facilitate
lot consolidation and
redevelopment by June 2026;
Based on property owner
feedback, revise the Lot
Consolidation Ordinance to
update incentives by December
2026.
H4.7 Anti-
Adopt a multi -pronged
- Adopt 'Right -to -Return &
No reportable progress
Displacement
anti -displacement strategy
Temporary Relocation' standards
toward this program in
Toolkit
to work to relieve
displacement pressures
caused by the increasing
income gap and increasing
housing costs in the City
for City -assisted
rehab/redevelopment by
December 2026.
- Annually apply for funding to
subsidize/acquire/preserve all
units at -risk of converting to
market rate during the 6th Cycle
planning period.
2025.
- Increase multi -family residential
and mixed -use opportunities
throughout the City beyond
capacity to meet the RHNA. Allow
duplexes, triplexes, and multiple
ADUs in lower density, higher -
resource areas.
- Establish partnership with Home
Match Monterey to support and
promote housing sharing services.
Create partnerships with the
Housing Authority of the County of
Santa Cruz to support acquisition
of affordable units at -risk of
conversion to market rate.
- Identify a code enforcement
specialist on staff to provide
technical assistance and
information to property owners of
lower income units to address
code enforcement issues.
- Annually seek funding to support
rehabilitation of substandard
multi -family units and restrict
conversion of existing units
occupied by lower -income
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households to short term rentals.
- Partner with nonprofits that
serve underserved residents
within the City to share
information on fair housing and
tenant rights.
H5.1 Special
Needs Groups,
including Special
Needs
Households
Actively promote the
development and
rehabilitation of housing
that meets the needs of
special needs groups
- Monitor Special Needs Housing.
- Maintain and develop
partnerships with local
organizations and agencies.
Coordinate with at least two
affordable housing developers
annually to discuss development
opportunities in the City.
- Identify and pursue development
opportunities, at least every other
year.
- Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 100 units
for special needs households
during the planning period.
Timeframe: Ongoing; As funding
becomes available; Coordinate
with at least two affordable
housing developers annually to
discuss development
opportunities in the City; Identify
and pursue development
opportunities, at least every other
year.
No reportable progress
toward this program in
2025.
H5.2 Agricultural
and Employee
Housing
Adopt a zoning ordinance
amendment consistent
with the requirements of
Health and Safety Codes
Section 17021.5, 17021.6,
and 17021.8
- Adopt a zoning ordinance
amendment to permit employee
housing in single-family residential
zones, consistent with the
requirements of Health and Safety
Codes Section 17021.5 and
17021.6 as it relates to agricultural
employee housing.
- Adopt a zoning ordinance
amendment to grant streamlined
approvals for eligible housing
developments, consistent with
Health and Safety Code Section
17021.8.
No reportable progress
toward this program in
2025.
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H5.3 Reasonable
Provide reasonable
- Maintain updated information on
The Planning
Accommodations
accommodations for
reasonable accommodations on
Commission has held
persons with disabilities in
the City's website.
study sessions in
compliance with
- Biennially review and update
September and
Government Code Section
applicable procedures and/or
November 2025 which
65583
requirements to remove potential
constraints.
- Provide information on housing
resources available to persons
with disabilities to local groups or
organizations serving the needs of
persons with disabilities.
are continuing into
2026 to complete a
comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance Overhaul.
The Zoning Ordinance
overhaul will include
updates to procedures
and development
standards to clarify and
eliminate constraints
for housing projects as
appropriate. The
current phase of the
overhaul surrounds
updates to procedural
chapters of the Zoning
Ordinance to update,
amend, and clarify
application processes
and requirements. This
will include a new
Reasonable
Accommodations
chapter that outlines
procedures for such
requests.
H5.4 Equal
1. Accessibility programs
Consider new programs with the
No reportable progress
Housing
focused on improving
goals of increasing transportation
on this program in
Opportunity:
Disparities in
access to housing, transit,
public buildings and
options and improving access to
sustainable transportation
2025.
Access to Public
Transportation
facilities, sidewalks,
pedestrian crossing, and
businesses.
methods by June 2027. Potential
programs will be presented to
Planning Commission and City
Council by December 2026 with
the intent of adopting one or more
programs by June 2027.
Report findings on potential
programs for the City to consider.
Adopt a minimum of one program
addressing sustainable
transportation over the Planning
Period.
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H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Disparities in
Access to Public
Transportation
2. Dedicate or seek funding
to prioritize basic
transportation
improvements.
Identify funding opportunities to
improve transportation access by
December 2026.
Apply for funding annually; Align
the City's Capital Improvement
Plan with Housing Element
priorities by June 2027.
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of
Infrastructure
Due to
Environmental
Hazards
1. City to revise the Safety
Element, in accordance
with SB 1035, to identify
flood, fire, and earthquake
hazards upon each revision
of the Housing Element.
Adopt an updated Safety Element,
which identifies natural hazards
which pose as environmental
constraints to development of
housing in the City. The City
Council shall adopt amendments
to the Safety Element in
accordance with SB 1035 by
December 2026.
Report findings on the potential
natural hazards. Adopt the Safety
Element every planning period.
The City is in the
process of updating the
General Plan through
the year 2040. The
2040 General Plan is
anticipated to be
adopted in 2026, and
includes updates to the
Safety Element in
accordance with SB
1035.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity
with Assistance
Programs and
Affordable
Housing
1. The City is to create a
dedicated page on its
website that lists all of the
active housing programs
that assist low- and
moderate -income
prospective residents.
The website page should be easy
to navigate and provide clear
information about each program,
including eligibility requirements,
application process, and contact
information. Webpage by
December 2026.
Regularly update with new
programs.
The City currently
maintains a webpage
dedicated to the First -
Time Homebuyer
Program under the
Housing Division
webpages.
Other updates to the
City's website are
ongoing.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity
with Assistance
Programs and
Affordable
Housing
2. Monitor Inclusionary
Housing Ordinance
progress/effectiveness and
update, as necessary, to
increase housing mobility
in Hollister. An increase of
affordable units may
prevent displacement and
may reduce pressures in
areas at risk of
displacement.
City adopted the Inclusionary
Housing Ordinance (IHO) in 2024.
The City will continue monitoring
development progress and will
annually evaluate the IHO to
determine if updates are
necessary to increase housing
mobility.
Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 150
inclusionary units during the
planning period.
The City has received
one residential
development
application that was
subject to the IHO. The
project was for a 100%
affordable housing
project (4th Street
Apartments) and was
approved by the
Planning Commission
in September 2025 for
17 affordable units.
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H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity
with Assistance
Programs and
Affordable
Housing
3. The City will encourage
development of housing
for lower -income
households through a
variety of activities that
include:
- Reach out to affordable
housing developers
annually to evaluate
potential development
proposals.
- Reduce development fees
(partially using IHO in -lieu
fees, if necessary and as
available).
- Provide priority
processing.
- Assist applicants with
identifying grant and
funding opportunities.
- Provide technical
assistance to the extent
possible.
The City will outreach to
affordable housing developers at
least once annually to discuss
potential affordable housing
projects and how the City can
assist or facilitate development.
Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 100
affordable units through direct
affordable housing developer
outreach through the planning
period.
The City of Hollister has
assisted and supported
the Hollister West of
Fairview (Eden
Housing) project, a
100% affordable
multifamily residential
development, in their
submission of the
following grant
applications:
- 2024 HCD Infill
Infrastructure Grant
(IIG) Program
(Awarded April 5,
2024)
- HCD HOME April
2024
- HCD 2025
SuperNOFA
Farmworker
Housing Grant
Program
- HCD MHP Disaster
Relief Program
(October 2025,
pending)
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity
with Assistance
Programs and
Affordable
Housing
4. The City shall seek State
and Federal funding and
support funding
applications for housing
construction and
rehabilitation targeted for
special needs households,
as staff resources allow.
The City will seek and apply for
funding annually, ongoing, and on
an as -needed basis.
Goal of facilitating the
development or assistance of at
least 100 special needs housing
units during the planning period,
as staff and financial resources
allow.
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity
with Assistance
Programs and
Affordable
Housing
5. Work with the Housing
Authority of Santa Cruz to
increase voucher
participation by 10%
during the 6th Cycle
planning period. Greater
voucher participation in
the City may prevent
displacement and may
reduce pressures in areas
at risk of displacement.
Outreach to at least 5 property
owners yearly to increase voucher
participation by 10% during the
6th Cycle planning period.
Goal of increasing voucher
participation by 10% during the
6th Cycle planning period.
Communicated with 3
property owners in
2025 regarding
including their homes
in the voucher
program.
In 2025 there were a
total of 344 households
receiving Housing
Choice Vouchers in the
City of Hollister.
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H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity
with Assistance
Programs and
Affordable
Housing
6. Consider a formal policy
for expedited review
and/or permitting of
affordable housing
developments and housing
for special needs
populations (i.e., seniors,
people experiencing
homelessness, people
living with disabilities,
single female -headed
households, large families,
and extremely low-, very
low-, low-, and moderate-
income households).
The City will evaluate a formal
policy to provide expedited review
and/or permitting of applicants
proposing at least 30% affordable
units. Staff will present their
findings and recommendations to
the Planning Commission and City
Council by December 2026 with
the intent of adopting a formal
policy by June 2027, if determined
feasible.
Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 20% of
the City's lower income RHNA
through expedited review and/or
permitting during the planning
period.
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lack of Clarity
with Assistance
Programs and
Affordable
Housing
7. Generate a list of
properties that contain
facilities operated by faith-
based organizations that
can take advantage of
various state laws
providing incentives for
the development of
affordable housing.
Compile the list of faith -based
organizations by December 2026
and outreach to them at least
once a year to notify them of state
laws they can take advantage of.
The City may facilitate
conversations between faith -
based organizations and
affordable housing developers
interested in developing their
property.
Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 100 lower
income units on properties that
contain facilities operated by faith -
based organizations during the
planning period.
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Lending
Discrimination
1. City or designated
contracted organization to
collaborate with local and
regional organizations to
review any housing
discrimination complaints,
assist in dispute resolution,
and, where necessary,
refer complainants to
appropriate state or
federal agencies for further
investigation, action, and
resolution.
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 686 (AB
686), Chapter 958 Statutes 2018,
the City shall affirmatively further
fair housing by taking meaningful
actions that foster inclusive
communities free from barriers
that restrict access to
opportunities based on protected
characteristics, as defined by State
law. The City shall collaborate with
the community, stakeholders, and
appropriate organizations and
agencies to address potential
constraints to fair housing. This
may include, but is not limited to:
When fair housing
complaints are
received by the City of
Hollister, staff work to
direct complaints to
the Housing and Urban
Development
resources and filing
system.
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- Analyzing and identifying barriers
to entry into homeownerships or
rental opportunities;
- Reviewing restrictions that may
prevent disadvantaged groups
from locating in Hollister;
- Fostering a more inclusive
community for all disadvantaged
groups.
The City is to implement the fair
housing actions and programs
throughout the 6th Planning
Period to address each
contributing factors mentioned in
Chapter 2 Section 3.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Disparities in
Access to Public
Transportation
1. Coordinate with transit
agencies on access to
transportation, bus routes
and schedule.
Outreach to agencies to identify
solutions on improving access to
transportation annually.
Host a minimum of one annual
meeting with SBCOG/County
Express, publish a route/stop
memo identifying one actionable
service or stop siting change
benefiting renter -overpayment
cluster east of Downtown or
special -needs projects, track
implementation status in APR.
The City includes San
Benito County Council
of Governments
(SBCOG) in the review
of development
applications. SBCOG
provides input on
where new bus routes
should be incorporated
to increase access and
ridership within the
City.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Community
Revitalization
and
Displacement
1. Align the City's Capital
Improvements with
Housing Element priorities.
The City completed a city-
wide roadway
improvement program in
late 2024 which improved
many roads within areas of
relatively lower incomes
and higher displacement
risk. The City will align
Capital Improvement
Program projects towards
community amenities,
parks, community facilities,
recreation facilities, active
transportation,
infrastructure, streetscape
improvements, safe routes
to school and other
community development
activities.
Align the City's Capital
Improvement Plan with Housing
Element priorities by June 2027.
Target Capital Improvements in
strategic areas of need, with an
emphasis particularly on areas of
relatively lower incomes and
higher displacement risk. The City
will apply for funding beyond the
Capital Improvement Plan to
implement place -based strategies
in areas of relatively lower
incomes and higher displacement
risk.
Target at least one Capital
Improvement project in an area of
relatively lower incomes or higher
displacement risk a year. Target at
least one community revitalization
project in an area of relatively
During 2025,
construction of the
West Gateway
Roundabout project,
installation of a
roundabout at the 4th
Street and Graf Road
intersection and
affiliated right of way
improvements in the
area, advances equal
housing opportunity
goals by supporting
community
revitalization while
helping to reduce
displacement pressures
in a historically
disadvantaged area.
Located within a
community identified
as underserved, the
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lower incomes or higher
displacement risk a year.
project delivers critical
roadway
improvements to
enhance safety,
accessibility, and
overall neighborhood
connectivity.
By constructing a
roundabout, installing
safe and clearly
marked crosswalks and
improving pedestrian
pathways, the project
creates a safer
environment for
residents, including
families, seniors, and
individuals who rely on
walking or transit. In
addition, the
improvements to the
intersection of 4th
Street and Graf Road
address long-standing
traffic and safety
concerns, reducing
collision risks and
improving circulation.
H5.4 Equal
Housing
Opportunity:
Community
Revitalization
and
Displacement
2. The City will prioritize
rehabilitation loan funding
to the existing housing
stock with the most need
for rehabilitation and
sanitary conditions as well
as in areas or relatively
lower incomes and higher
displacement risk.
The City will seek and apply for
funding annually to increase the
amount of rehabilitation loans the
City can offer.
Goal of awarding 12 rehabilitation
loans to lower -income households
or households in areas of relatively
lower incomes and higher
displacement risk.
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
H5.5 Section 8
Tenant Based
Rental Assistance
Continue to provide
residents with information
regarding the availability of
the Section 8 Housing
Choice Voucher Program
that is administered by the
Housing Authority of the
County of Santa Cruz
- Work with the Housing Authority
of Santa Cruz to increase voucher
participation by 10% during the
6th Cycle planning period.
- Outreach to at least 5 property
owners yearly to increase voucher
participation by 10% during the
6th Cycle planning period.
- Target voucher participation in
higher income and opportunity
areas.
Outreach to at least 5 owners per
Communicated with 3
property owners in
2025 regarding
including their homes
in the voucher
program.
In 2024 there were a
total of 344 households
receiving Housing
Choice Vouchers in the
City of Hollister.
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year prioritized in census tracts
with more than 50 percent low -
and moderate -income households
and higher -resource areas to
increase voucher participation by
10 percent citywide with at least
40% in these tracts.
- Develop educational materials
for landlords describing tenant -
based rental assistance programs,
fair housing requirements, and
best practices for screening and
leasing.
- Explore non -financial incentives
such as expedited inspections, or
priority City assistance for
participating landlords.
Timeframe: Ongoing; Establish
partnership with a qualified
nonprofit housing counseling
agency with experience in landlord
engagement strategies by
December 2026; Outreach to at
least 5 property owners yearly,
beginning in June 2027; Annual
Review and Coordination with
Housing Authority of the County of
Santa Cruz.
H5.6 Low -Barrier
Navigation
Centers
Adopt regulations and
procedures for Low -Barrier
Navigation Centers.
Adopt and implement procedures
and regulations to process low-
barrier navigation centers.
Procedures shall include
establishing a ministerial approval
process pursuant to State law.
Timeframe: Review annually;
Adopt and Implement by June
2026.
Updates to the City's
Zoning Ordinance are
ongoing.
H5.7 Emergency,
Transitional, and
Supportive
Housing
Amend the Municipal Code
to reflect State law
requirements related to
Emergency, Transitional,
and Supportive Housing
Amend applicable sections of the
Municipal Code to address the
following requirements:
- Supportive Housing Streamlined
Approvals (AB 2162) - To comply
with AB 2162 (Chapter 753,
Statutes 2018), the City will amend
its Municipal Code to permit
supportive housing as a use
permitted by -right in all zones
where multiple family and mixed-
use development is permitted.
Amendments to add
the definitions of
transitional and
supportive housing
were adopted by the
City Council on October
20, 2025 as part of
Ordinance 1027.
Amendments to the
residential use table in
Section 17.04.020 were
also made. However,
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- Emergency and Transitional
further amendments to
Housing Act of 2019 (AB 139) - The
fully address this
City will update its Municipal Code
program are still
to comply with the requirements
of Gov. Code 65583 to address
permit requirements, objective
standards, analysis of annual and
season needs, and parking and
other applicable standards and
provisions.
ongoing.
Section 17.68.2040
Section 17.68.2110
- Amend the Municipal Code to
allow emergency shelters by -right
in at least one zone that allows
residential uses and revise the
definition of emergency shelters
pursuant to AB 2339 (2023) and
update parking requirements in
compliance with AB 139. Amend
the City Municipal Code to comply
with the definitions for 'Supportive
Housing', 'Supportive Services',
and 'Target Population' consistent
with applicable sections of the
California Government Code.
- Amend the Municipal Code to
allow transitional and supportive
housing by -right in all zones that
allow residential uses and only
subject to requirements of other
residential uses of the same type
in the same zone consistent with
State law.
- Amend the Municipal Code to
ensure Emergency Shelters,
Transitional and Supportive
Housing are permitted in
appropriate zones, consistent with
State law.
- Chapter 654, Statues of 2022 (AB
2339), now includes new
requirements on how cities must
plan for emergency shelters and
ensure sufficient capacity for low-
income housing. AB 2339 requires
that zoning designations identified
to allow emergency shelters as a
permitted use without a
conditional use or other
discretionary permit must allow
other residential uses. This could
includes zones that allow mixed -
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uses that permit residential. AB
2339 allows jurisdictions to adopt
proximity standards, provided that
emergency shelters are not
required to be more than 200 feet
apart. The City will ensure the
identified zone to permit
emergency shelters has sufficient
capacity to accommodate the
need for emergency shelters. The
identified zone to permit
emergency shelters will be in
proximity to transportation and
services. The City will amend the
Municipal Code to ensure
compliance with all provisions of
AB 139 and 2339, including
definitions, zoning and all
development standards, including
spacing requirements.
H5.8 Housing for
Encourage construction
- Collaborate with housing
The Planning
Persons with
and rehabilitation of
developers and local organizations
Commission has held
Disabilities
housing with supportive
to identify the needs of local
study sessions in
services targeted for
persons with developmental
September and
persons with
disabilities. At least once yearly.
November 2025 which
developmental disabilities
- Seek State and Federal funding
and support funding applications.
Apply annually.
are continuing into
2026 to complete a
comprehensive Zoning
- Establish regulatory incentives
for projects proposing housing for
persons with physical and
developmental disabilities with
the goal of developing at least 50
units for persons with physical and
developmental disabilities.
- Amend the Municipal Code to
remove regulations that isolate
and regulate various types of
housing for persons with
disabilities based on the number
of people and other factors that
may pose a constraint on housing
choice for persons with
disabilities.
- Amend the Municipal Code to
allow uses meant to serve persons
with disabilities without a
conditional use permit in any
residential zone, and only subject
to requirements similar to other
residential uses of the same type
Ordinance Overhaul.
The Zoning Ordinance
overhaul will include
updates to procedures
and development
standards to clarify and
eliminate constraints
for housing projects as
appropriate. The
current phase of the
overhaul surrounds
updates to procedural
chapters of the Zoning
Ordinance to update,
amend, and clarify
application processes
and requirements. This
will include a new
Reasonable
Accommodations
chapter that will
remove barriers for
persons with
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in the same zone. The City will
establish permit procedures to
facilitate approval of uses meant
to serve persons with disabilities
without a conditional use permit.
in lieu of requiring a conditional
sue permit, requests for
exceptions to permitting processes
will be resolved through
reasonable accommodation
procedures instead of conditional
use procedures.
disabilities and/or for
the development of
housing for persons
with disabilities.
- Goal of facilitating the
development of at least 100 units
for households with persons with
developmental disabilities and
other disabilities.
Timeframe: Amend the Municipal
Code to implement revisions by
June 2026; Annually and establish
incentives by January 2026.
H5.9 Single -Room
Establish SRO Standards
-Collaborate with local
The Planning
Occupancy (SRO)
and Procedures to
organizations and agencies to
Commission has held
Units
facilitate the development
discuss the needs of persons who
study sessions in
of SROs
previously experienced
homelessness annually, beginning
in June 2026.
September and
November 2025 which
are continuing into
- Support and, when possible, fund
local and regional efforts to
address the housing needs of
persons who previously
experienced homelessness.
- The City will establish objective
SRO development standards and
procedures to remove
discretionary approval and
facilitate development of SROs.
- The City will revise parking
requirements to facilitate SRO
development.
Timeframe: Amend the Municipal
2026 to complete a
comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance Overhaul.
The Zoning Ordinance
overhaul will include
updates to procedures
and development
standards to clarify and
eliminate constraints
for housing projects as
appropriate. The
current phase of the
overhaul surrounds
updates to procedural
chapters of the Zoning
Code to establish objective SRO
development standards and
procedures to remove
discretionary approval and
facilitate development of SROs by
June 2026; Revise parking
requirements to facilitate SRO
development by June 2026;
Ordinance to update,
amend, and clarify
application processes
and requirements. This
includes amending
definitions and
regulations related to
SROs.
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Annually and support funding
opportunities when possible.
H5.10 Residential
Care Homes
Amend the Municipal Code
to allow Residential Care
Homes serving seven or
more persons without a
conditional use permit.
- Amend the Municipal Code to
allow Residential Care Homes
serving seven or more persons
without a conditional use permit
in any residential zone, and only
subject to requirements similar to
other residential uses of the same
type in the same zone. The City
will establish permit procedures to
facilitate approval of Residential
Care Homes without a conditional
use permit. In lieu of requiring a
conditional use permit, requests
for exceptions to permitting
processes will be resolved through
reasonable accommodation
procedures instead of conditional
use procedures.
- Amend the Municipal Code to
remove regulations that isolate
and regulate various types of
housing for persons with
disabilities based on the number
of people and other factors that
may pose a constraint on housing
choice for persons with
disabilities.
The Planning
Commission has held
study sessions in
September and
November 2025 which
are continuing into
2026 to complete a
comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance Overhaul.
The Zoning Ordinance
overhaul will include
updates to procedures
and development
standards to clarify and
eliminate constraints
for housing projects as
appropriate. The
current phase of the
overhaul surrounds
updates to procedural
chapters of the Zoning
Ordinance to update,
amend, and clarify
application processes
and requirements. This
will include a new
Reasonable
Accommodations
chapter that will
remove barriers for
persons with
disabilities. The
amendments will also
include revisions to
address residential
care homes.
H5.11
Farmworker
Housing and
Outreach
Understand and address
farmworker housing needs
- Continue to seek partnerships
and meet annually with
farmworker groups, organizations
serving or representing
farmworker groups, community
stakeholders, affordable housing
developers, and agricultural
employers to discuss and identify
housing opportunities, including
identifying potential sites suitable
for new housing for farmworkers.
- Annually meet with farmworkers
groups, organizations serving or
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
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representing farmworker groups,
community stakeholders,
affordable housing developers,
and agricultural employers to
discuss and identify housing
opportunities to rehabilitate or
preserve existing farmworker
housing in the City. Funding
sources may include, but are not
limited to HCD Joe Serna Jr.
Farmworker Housing Program,
USDA 514/516, HOME Funds.
- The City will prioritize
rehabilitation loan funding to the
existing housing stock with the
most need for rehabilitation and
sanitary conditions.
- Ongoing outreach to
farmworkers to notify them of the
availability of future, new, and
existing affordable housing
opportunities.
- Develop a resource guide that
consolidates all of the housing
services and resources available in
the region that are specifically
available to farmworkers. City to
complete resource guide by
December 2026. The resource
guide will be posted at City Hall,
City offices, heavily trafficked
public areas, at City Pop -Up
events, and any housing -related
events. The resource guide will be
available in English and Spanish.
- Explore incentives such as
expedited permit processing, plan
checks, and inspections to
encourage and facilitate the
development of farmworker
housing in the City. Present
incentive options to Planning
Commission and City Council by
December 2026.
- Goal of Facilitating the
development of 10 farmworker
housing units in higher income and
opportunity areas and 20 units
total throughout the City within
the 6th Cycle planning period.
- Annually research and pursue
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potential Federal, State, and
Regional funding sources for
farmworker housing and make
information publicly available on
the City's website and during
farmworker outreach.
- The City will coordinate with San
Benito County quarterly to identify
potential opportunities to assist in
the development of farmworker
housing within the City's Sphere of
Influence.
H5.12 Housing for
Extremely Low-,
Very Low-, and
Low -Income
Residents
Assist developers in
accessing City, County
CDBG and HOME Funds,
Federal, and State housing
development programs
and funds to undertake
development,
conservation, and
improvement of housing
for extremely low-, very
low-, and low-income
households.
- Meet with housing developers at
least once annually to discuss
available programs and funding
sources to develop lower -income
housing units.
- Provide technical assistance to
affordable housing developers in
the form of one-on-one meetings
to review applications and
potential projects with housing
staff, share financing and funding
resources, connect potential
applications to other agencies or
organizations with additional
resources and assistance. Ongoing.
- Provide written support letters
for funding applications from
affordable housing developers.
- Goal of developing at least 50
lower income units beyond the
City's RHNA.
- Target development of lower
income units in higher income and
opportunity areas.
See H4.3.
H5.13 Housing
Mobility
Information Hub,
Counseling, and
Navigation
Expand housing mobility
by supporting housing
counseling and navigation
services
- Partner with a qualified nonprofit
housing counseling agency to
provide housing mobility
counseling, including assistance
with housing search, application
preparation, understanding tenant
screening criteria, and navigating
landlord requirements.
- Develop and distribute housing
mobility materials that explain
neighborhood amenities, schools,
transportation access, and fair
housing rights.
- Provide referrals to legal aid and
tenant counseling organizations
No reportable progress
on this program in
2025.
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when households encounter
barriers related to screening,
credit history, or discrimination.
- Develop a dedicated webpage on
the City's website that
consolidates information on
affordable housing developments,
rental assistance programs,
housing counseling resources, fair
housing protections, and
reasonable accommodation
procedures.
- Include plain -language guidance
on how residents can search for
housing citywide, including in
higher -resource neighborhoods,
and how to apply for available
housing assistance programs.
- Ensure information is accessible,
easy to navigate, and available in
multiple languages commonly
spoken in the City.
- Review and update the webpage
at least annually to ensure
information remains current.
Timeframe: Establish partnerships
and launch services by December
2026, ongoing thereafter; Launch
webpage by December 2026 and
review and update annually.
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H5.14 Integration
Explicitly incorporate
-Incorporate housing mobility
Ongoing.
of Housing
housing mobility objectives
considerations into the
Mobility
into the implementation of
administration or implementation
Objectives into
existing Housing Element
of existing Housing Element Policy
Existing Housing
Policy Action programs to
Action programs such as ADU
Programs
expand access to higher-
resource and higher-
opportunity
neighborhoods without
creating new standalone
programs
promotion, inclusionary housing
implementation, density bonus
utilization, and affordable housing
developer outreach.
- Encourage the geographic
dispersion of affordable housing
opportunities by supporting
development in a variety of
neighborhoods, including areas
with greater access to schools,
employment, transportation, and
amenities.
- Document how existing housing
programs contribute to housing
mobility outcomes as part of
Annual Progress Reports and other
Housing Element monitoring
activities.
Adjust program implementation
approaches, as feasible, to reduce
barriers and enhance access to
opportunity for lower -income
households.
- Encourage the geographic
dispersion of affordable housing
by supporting housing proposals in
a variety of neighborhoods and
avoiding undue concentration of
assisted housing in any single area.
- When providing City support,
assistance, or coordination for
housing development, such as
technical assistance, letters of
support, funding applications, or
expedited processing where
available, the City may give
preference to projects that are
located near schools, employment
centers, transit, parks, and other
community amenities.
Timeframe: Begin integration
upon adoption of the Housing
Element; ongoing.
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Compliance with the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation General Plan Guidelines
The City of Hollister's 2005-2023 General Plan has been adopted consistent with all applicable provisions of LCI's General Plan Guidelines, including environmental justice considerations, collaborative planning with military lands and facilities, and consultation with Native American Tribes.
The City is in the process of a comprehensive General Plan Update that is anticipated to be adopted in 2026. The updated General Plan (2040 General Plan) is being prepared consistently with all environmental justice, California Environmental Quality Act, Safety Element, consultation and public notice requirements, and other applicable guidelines. The 2040 General Plan will update the General Plan consistent with new legislation and best practices.
On May 25, 2016, the City of Hollister received a letter from the Department of Housing and Community Development indicating that the adopted 2015-2023 Housing Element (5th Cycle) was found to be in full compliance with State housing element law.
The City is in the process of updating the Housing Element for the 6th Cycle and receiving certification from the Department of Housing and Community Development. The City resubmitted a revised draft to HCD in December 2025, with revisions based on preliminary feedback resubmitted in February 2026, and received a determination of statutory compliance from HCD on February 13, 2026. The City is in the process of completing necessary rezones and adopting the Housing Element to receive 6th Cycle certification, anticipated in 2026.
City Council Priorities for Land Use Decisions
The City Council of the City of Hollister has not adopted any moratoria or emergency ordinances which otherwise provide for prioritization of land -use decision making beyond that which is established in the adopted 2005-2023 City of Hollister General Plan.
Goals, Policies, Objectives, Standards, or Other Plan Proposals that Need to be Added or were Deleted, Amended, or Otherwise Adjusted
Policies and objectives of the general plan have been addressed in this report.
Lists of Planning Activities
The following Planning Activities were initiated, are in progress, or were completed in 2025.
Planning Activities
Name
Status
Summary
6th Cycle Housing
Element Update
In Process
An update to the City of Hollister's 6th Cycle Housing
Element.
2040 General Plan
Update
In Process
A comprehensive update to the City of Hollister General Plan through the year 2040.
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Status
Summary
Climate Action Plan
In Process
A technical amendment to the adopted Climate Action Plan to reflect the amendments proposed to the 2040 General
Plan.
ZOA 2025-3
Adopted
ORD 1267
An ordinance to amend multiple sections of the Zoning
Ordinance to reflect necessary legislative updates, including to the Density Bonus chapter, as well as to update the
Definitions and Land Use tables for clarity.
ZOA 2025-4
In Process
An amendment to the application procedures chapters of
the Zoning Ordinance to clarify and update processes for entitlement applications.
ZOA 2025-5
Adopted (2026)
ORD 1270
An ordinance repealing Chapter 16.64, Growth
Management Program, from the Municipal Code
PZ 2025-1
Approved
ORD 1266
An application to prezone for future annexation the
property located at 1285 McCray Street (APN 020-100-014) ZOA 2023-6
Adopted
ORD 1260
An ordinance to amend the City's regulations related to out- of -jurisdiction service provision
ZOA 2025-1
Adopted
ORD 1262
An ordinance to amend Chapter 17.10 to allow specialized schools in the M1 light industrial zoning district
Specific Plan
Amendment
Approved
CC Resolution 2025-68
Approving an amendment to the West of Fairview Specific Plan to allow the construction and expansion of a sober living facility (Bright Future Recovery) — See Major
Development Applications below.
Major Development Applications
Name
Status
Summary
S&A 2022-13, CUP
2022-5
Bright Future
Recovery
Approved
CC Resolutions 2025-67,
2025-68, 2025-69,
2025-70
Construction of two new buildings and related site
improvements for a sober living facility with up to 22 beds.
APN: 057-710-012. Zoning: West Fairview Specific Plan.
CUP 2025-2
510 San Benito St
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-17
Alcohol license for La Herradura Sport Bar and Billiards.
APN: 054-080-010. Zoning: DMU.
MSP 2025-1
Heritage Plaza
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-18
Master Sign Program for Heritage Plaza remodel,
associated with approved Site & Architectural Review
2022-5. APN: 057-070-067. Zoning: GC.
S&A 2024-4
California Modulars
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-15
Construction of fabrication shop/warehouse for
manufacture and assembly of pre -fabricated homes. APN:
051-163-019. Zoning: M1.
S&A 2024-2
600 Ernie Dr
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-6
Install illuminated monument sign. APN: 050-020-064.
Zoning: AS.
CUP 2025-4
San Benito
Polytechnic
Academy
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-22
Use permit for charter high school for 9th to 12th grade.
APN: 054-110-035. Zoning: DMU.
MSP 2025-2
1901 Lana Way
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-23
Master Sign Program for freestanding monument sign at
1901 Lana Way. APN: 051-162-002. Zoning: M1.
S&A 2025-6
Ganado Feed
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-24
Upgrade existing buildings and site at 89 Third Street to serve as an agricultural feed and supply retailer. APN: 054- 162-001. Zoning: NMU.
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Status
Summary
S&A 2025-1,
DB 2025-2
4th St Apartments
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-25
PC Resolution 2025-26
Development of 17 low-income residential apartment
units (1 VLI, 13 LI, 3 MI). Included a Density Bonus to waive development standards. APN: 052-131-033. Zoning: WG.
TM 2025-3,
DB 2025-1
Everglen 2
Approved
PC Resolution 2025-27
PC Resolution 2025-28
Subdivision of existing parcel into seven lots, with an existing single-family unit to remain. Development of six new single-family detached units, with one restricted to moderate -income affordability. APN: 057-230-005. Zoning:
R1-L/PZ.
S&A 2025-2
Kapoor's Laundry
Approved (2026)
PC Resolution 2026-1
Conversion of existing car wash into a Laundromat. APN:
051-020-022. Zoning: NG.
TM 2025-4,
S&A 2025-5,
ADU 225-22
851 Sunnyslope Rd
In review
Subdivision of 8.28 -acre site into 49 lots for single-family detached residential units. 13 attached ADUs affordable to low-income proposed. APN: 057-070-064. Zoning: NMU.
TM 2025-2,
S&A 2025-7
The Heights
In review
Subdivision of three existing parcels into 13 lots. An
existing home and JADU to remain. Proposed development
of one single family detached unit, 12 duplexes, and 13 ADUs. APNs: 020-460-035, 020-460-036, 020-120-064.
Zoning: R1-L/PZ.
S&A 2025-8,
CUP 2025-1
Navigator Schools
In review
Conversion of former retail store to a public charter TK-8th grade elementary school for 575 students and a public
charter high school for 494 students. APN: 057-023-025.
Zoning: GC.
S&A 2025-9
San Benito Stage
Company
In review
Change the use of 549 San Benito Street into a
performance venue and rehearsal space for community
theater. APN: 054-090-009. Zoning: DMU.
S&A 2025-10
713 San Benito St
In review
Replacement of front window and door and other exterior improvements for a restaurant. APN: 054-020-002. Zoning:
DMU.
CUP 2025-3
Grocery Outlet
In review
Finding of public convenience or necessity for distilled spirits license at Grocery outlet grocery store. Currently have license for beer and wine. APN: 056-260-004. Zoning:
GC.
CUP 2025-5
The Pentecostal
Church
In review
Conversion of auto dealership building into church use with associated tenant improvements. APN: 051-090-002.
Zoning: NG.
CUP 2025-6
Birdhouse Preschool
and Daycare
In review
Conversion of former feed store into preschool/daycare
operation for infants and children up to 12 years old. APN:
054-212-002. Zoning: DMU.
City of Hollister 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Exhibit A. Housing Element Annual Progress Report
P �tl�ISTE
GENERAL PLAN &
HOUSING ELEMENT
2025 ANNUAL
PROGRESS REPORT
G€N€1AL PLAN --
stor
ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
■ Government Code §64500 requires the City to submit an annual progress report by April 1st of each year that
includes:
1. The status of the General Plan and progress on its
implementation
2. A report on the progress of the 6th Cycle Housing
Element and progress toward meeting Regional
Housing Needs
3. A statement of the degree to which the general plan
complies with legislative requirements for a general
plan and the date of the last revision to the general
plan Page 657 of e272
2025 GENERAL PLAN PROGRESS
• March 2025 — Repeal of
adopted 2040 General Plan
• During the year, the City has
been preparing a revised 2040
General Plan, which is
anticipated to be adopted in
April 2026
• The 2040 General Plan Update
will bring the 2005-2023
General Plan into conformity
with current legislation
islation and
best practice, including
�
n ecessary Safety Element,
e nvironmental justice, and the
California Environmental
Quality Act
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Public Review Draft I January 2026
2025 GENERAL PLAN PROGRESS
• LU.C (pg. 4&5)
Zoning Ordinance Overhaul - Ongoing study sessions with Planning Planning Commission
ai ORD 1267 updates to Use Tables and Definitions
• LU.G (pg. 5&6)
Downtown Objective Design Standards - expected to be adopted in 2026 in 2026
• C.G (pg. 12)
VTu
The City applied for and was awarded the Safe Streets and Roads for All for All grant program - accepted in 2026
• CSF.W (pg. 17)
nil March 2025 update to Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps a 2040 General Plan Update includes evacuation study and updates to the to the Safety Element to conform to new maps
• CSF.X (pg. 171
Fire Prevention Division relocated to new facility at 450 Hill Street it Police Department began planning work for Dispatch and Realtime Crime Realtime Crime Center and facility upgrades at the police department department
2025 HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS
■ 6t" Cycle Housing Element anticipated to be adopted in April 2026
• 2025 APR reports on draft 6t" Cycle Policies and
Programs for the first time due to changes to State
reporting forms (beginning on Pg 22).
• Units are counted toward RHNA at Building Permit
Issuance
• Implemented an optional applicant self -survey on ADU applications, which has resulted in the ability to report progress on entitled ADUs meeting low-, very low-,
extremely low-, and acutely low-income levels
6TH CYCLE RHNA
Income Level
RHNA
Allocation
2023
(Projection
Period)
2024
Acutely Low
Extremely
Low
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Deed Restricted
Non -Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted
Non -Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted
Non -Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted
Non -Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted
Non -Deed Restricted
Above Moderate
Total
846
678
826
1,813
4,163
49 49
2025
4 17
101
122
1 165
166
Total Units
to Date
Total
Remainin
RHNA
5 17
315
337
846
673
809
1,498
3,826
6TH CYCLE HOUSING PROJECTS
Acutely Low- Extremely
Very Low- Low -Income Moderate Above Moderate
Income Low -Income Income Income Income
Total
1 3
2 13
5 14
38 Residential Building Permits Issued
Acutely Low- Extremely Very Low- Low -Income Moderate Above Moderate Total Income Low -Income Income Income Income
0 0
0 1
0 165
166
Residential Certificates of Occupancies Granted
Acutely Low- Extremely Very Low- Low -Income Moderate Above Moderate Total Income Low -Income Income Income Income
0 0
0 4
6 152 162
STAFF REPORT
HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 16, 2026
REPORT # City Manager -2026-11
AGENDA ITEM: AN ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 1.06 TO THE CITY OF
HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE TO DELEGATE AUTHORITY TO THE CITY
MANAGER TO SIGN CITY CONTRACTS, CONVEYANCES, AND INSTRUMENTS
REQUIRING THE CITY SEAL
DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Ana Cortez, City Manager
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS: Introduce an ordinance adding Chapter 1.06 to the City Municipal Code to delegate authority to the City Manager to sign City contracts, conveyances, and instruments requiring the City seal.
DISCUSSION: State law requires the mayor of a city to sign (a) warrants drawn on the City treasurer; (b) all contracts and conveyances made or entered into by the City; and (c) all instruments requiring the City seal. State law also permits the City Council to delegate authority, by resolution, to a City officer other than the mayor. (Gov. Code, § 40602.)
Adoption of this ordinance will allow the City Manager to sign most City documents.
This will increase efficiency of City Council meetings to allow more City business to be approved at the staff level, and it will expedite the execution of City contracts and other documents.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: None.
CEQA: N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. XXXX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ADDING CHAPTER 1.06
TO THE CITY OF HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE TO DELEGATE
AUTHORITY TO THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN CITY CONTRACTS,
CONVEYANCES, AND INSTRUMENTS REQUIRING THE CITY SEAL
WHEREAS, Government Code section 40602 requires the mayor of a city to sign: (a) all warrants drawn on the city treasurer; (b) all contracts and conveyances made or entered into by the city; and (c) all instruments requiring the city seal; and WHEREAS, Government Code section 40602 allows the legislative body of a city to provide by ordinance that the instruments described in (a), (b), or (c) be signed by an officer other than the mayor; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Hollister ("City") wishes to delegate authority to the City Manager to sign contracts and conveyances made or entered into by the City, as well as instruments requiring the City seal.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Chapter 1.06 ("Official Signatures") is hereby added to the City of Hollister Municipal Code to read as follows:
Chapter 1.06 - OFFICIAL SIGNATURES
1.06.010 — Designated.
Pursuant to the provisions of section 40602 of the Government Code, contracts and conveyances made or entered into by the city, as well as all instruments requiring the city seal, shall be signed by either the mayor or the city manager.
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance is held invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance, and the City Council hereby declares that it would have passed the remainder of the Ordinance if such invalid portion thereof had been deleted.
SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its final passage.
SECTION 4. PUBLICATION. The City Clerk is hereby directed to post a summary and certified copy of this Ordinance in the City Clerk's office at least five (5) days prior to
Ordinance No. XXXX
adoption and to publish a summary of the Ordinance in the Free Lance, a newspaper of general circulation, within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.
INTRODUCED at a regular City Council meeting on the 16th day of March 2026, and ADOPTED as an ordinance of the City of Hollister at a regular City Council meeting on April 6, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
Roxanne Stephens, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Jennifer Thompson, City Attorney I, JENNIFER WOODWORTH, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Ordinance No. XXXX is an original ordinance, or true and correct copy of a City ordinance, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting of said Council held on April 6, 2026, at which meeting a quorum was present.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on April 6, 2026.
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister
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STAFF REPORT
HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 16, 2026
REPORT # City Manager -2026-14
AGENDA ITEM: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3.06.210 OF THE CITY OF
HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCREASE THE CITY MANAGER'S
PURCHASING AUTHORITY FOR SERVICES, MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, OR SUPPLIES TO $220,000.00
DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Ana Cortez, City Manager
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS: Introduce an ordinance amending section 3.06.210 of the City Municipal Code to increase the City Manager's purchasing authority for services, materials, equipment, or supplies to Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($220,000.00).
DISCUSSION: In June 2023, the City adopted the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act to allow the City to utilize alternative informal procedures for bidding and contracting public projects, including the authority for the City Manager to procure and approve public projects up to Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($220,000.00). In December 2023, the City amended Chapter 3.06 of the City Municipal Code ("Purchasing Ordinance") to delegate authority to the City Manager to purchase services, materials, equipment, or supplies up to One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00). In 2025, the City adopted and the CUPCCAA increased the City Manager public project procurement authority to Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($220,000.00).
Adoption of this ordinance will allow the City Manager to procure services, materials, equipment, or supplies up to Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($220,000.00).
This will increase efficiency of City Council meetings to allow more City business to be approved at the staff level and it will expedite execution of City purchases and contracts. Purchases of services, materials, equipment, or supplies over One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00) will still require a competitive bidding process to ensure that the City is receiving the best value for these purchases.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: See discussion above.
CEQA: N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. XXXX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AMENDING SECTION
3.06.210 OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE TO
INCREASE THE CITY MANAGER'S PURCHASING AUTHORITY FOR
SERVICES, MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, OR SUPPLIES TO TWO
HUNDRED TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($220,000.00)
WHEREAS, Title 2 of Chapter 3.06 of the City of Hollister ("City") Municipal Code ("Purchasing Ordinance") designates the City Manager as the City's purchasing agent; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager is authorized by the Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (Public Contracts Code sections 22000, et seq.) and City Municipal Code section 3.06.290 to approve public project contracts up to Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($220,000.00); and
WHEREAS, currently the City Manager authority to procure services, materials, equipment, or supplies is One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00); and WHEREAS, the City Council and the City Manager wish to create consistency and efficiency in the City Purchasing Ordinance by granting the City Manager the same purchasing authority for public projects as for services, materials, equipment, or supplies.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 03.06.210 ("Purchases more than one hundred thousand dollars") of chapter 03.06 ("Procedures for Supplies, Property, and Services") of title 2 ("Purchasing") of the City Municipal Code is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:
03.06.210 — Purchases more than one hundred thousand dollars.
Except as otherwise directed by the city council, whenever the amount to be expended for services, materials, equipment, or supplies is in excess of $100,000.00, the department head shall advertise for sealed bids and the purchase contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, except in the case of a local vendor whose bid meets the requirements of Section 3.06.245 herein and whose bid does not exceed five percent of the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; provided that the council shall have the authority to reject any and all bids. Order splitting to avoid competitive requirements is prohibited.
For purposes of this article, "responsive bidder" is one who has submitted a bid that conforms in all material respects to the bid request. That is, compliance with the
Ordinance No. XXX
specifications. A "responsible bidder" has the capability in all respects to perform the contract requirement, and the integrity and reliability that will assure good faith performance. That is, the ability and means to perform.
The bid request shall be published in a local newspaper and/or advertised on the city's website for at least ten calendar days prior to the bid opening date. The bid request shall describe the goods or services required, stating the date, time, and place assigned for the public opening of the bids. A secure, on-line bid submittal system, or other appropriate media, may be used in lieu of sealed bids opened in public, provided the city manager has approved the system for accuracy, confidentiality, and reliability. No bids will be received any time after the time advertised in the announcement.
For contracts that will cost less than $220,000.00, the department head shall submit a tabulation of bids to the city manager together with a recommendation for award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
For contracts that will exceed $220,000.00, the department head shall submit a tabulation of bids to the city council together with a recommendation for award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance is held invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance, and the City Council hereby declares that it would have passed the remainder of the Ordinance if such invalid portion thereof had been deleted.
SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its final passage.
SECTION 4. PUBLICATION. The City Clerk is hereby directed to post a summary and certified copy of this Ordinance in the City Clerk's office at least five (5) days prior to adoption and to publish a summary of the Ordinance in the Free Lance, a newspaper of general circulation, within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.
INTRODUCED at a regular City Council meeting on March 16, 2026, and ADOPTED as an ordinance of the City of Hollister at a regular City Council meeting April 6, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
Roxanne Stephens, Mayor
2
Ordinance No. XXX
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Jennifer Thompson, City Attorney I, JENNIFER WOODWORTH, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Ordinance No. XXXX is an original ordinance, or true and correct copy of a City ordinance, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting of said Council held on April 6, 2026, at which meeting a quorum was present.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on April 6, 2026.
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister
3
City Council Agenda Requests
#
Request Date
Discussion Date
Requestor
Agenda Item Requested
Date Completed
1 3/3/2025
4/7/2025
Stephens
Potential Policy Regarding Communication and Sharing
Information with the Public
4/7/25: Return with additional information at future meeting.
TBD
2 6/16/2025
9/2/2025
Morales
Empty Building Policy/Ordinance: Establish policy or an ordinance to address commercial empty buildings
1/5/26: Item referred to Business Advisory Commission. Staff to return with options to address effects of closed commercial buildings
TBD
3 9/15/2025
12/15/2025
Stephens
Discussion regarding the City of Hollister's Hotel Incentive Program
TBD
4 11/3/2025
11/17/2025
de Anda
Presentation on Tobacco Education Program at San Benito County Public Health
5 2/2/2026
3/2/2026
Resendiz
Sewer Odor Update at each City Council meeting
Ongoing
6 2/2/2026
3/2/2026
Stephens
Informational Update on SHIELD and RMS
City Council Agenda Requests - COMPLETED
#
Request Date
Discussion Date
Requestor
Agenda Item Requested
Date Completed
1 12/3/2024
2/4/2025
Burns
Repair or replace sidewalks in Sunnyslope Village (to be included in Q2 budget presentation)
2/4/2025
2 12/17/2024
1/7/2025
de Anda
Change Council regular meeting to first and third Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
1/21/2025
3 12/17/2024
1/21/2025
Picha
Presentation on Community Workforce Agreement
2/4/2025
4 12/17/2024
1/7/2025
Resendiz
Form Fire Services Contract Negotiations Ad Hoc Committee 1/7/2025
5 12/17/2024
1/7/2025
Stephens
Authorization of 2025 Hollsiter Independence Rally
1/7/2025
6 1/7/2025
2/4/2025
Resendiz
Rescind Resolution 2024-170
1/21/2025
7 1/7/2025
2/4/2025
Stephens
Comprehensive mid -year budget presentation
2/4/2025
8 2/4/2025
3/3/2025
Morales
Immigration
3/3/2025
9 2/4/2025
3/3/2025
de Anda
Presentation by Jovenes de Antano
3/3/2025
10 3/3/2025
4/7/2025
Resendiz
Planning Commission's Tentative Map Approval Process
4/7/2025
11 1/21/2025
2/18/2025
4/7/2025
Resendiz
Restricting city services to only within city limits
2/18/25 Direction: Presentation by PlaceWorks on urban growth boundaries (4/7/25), bring out of jurisdiction ordinance (4/7/25), send letter to LAFCO re Regional wastewater
treatment plant (5/15/25)
5/15/2025
12 6/9/2025
6/9/2025
Stephens
Create Motorcycle Rally Ad Hoc Committee
6/9/2025
13 2/18/2025
4/7/2025
Resendiz
Discussion re: development of lobbying ordinance and program 4/7/25: Return with additional information at future meeting. 9/15/25: Introduce Ordinance
11/20/2025
City Council Agenda Requests - COMPLETED
#
Request Date
Discussion Date
Requestor
Agenda Item Requested
Date Completed
14 2/4/2025
3/17/2025
Resendiz
Designation of Downtown Hollister as an Entertainment District 3/17/25 Direction:
Bring back item to discuss option to create downtown business advisory body, consider consolidating various commissions, and potential costs of items. (5/19/25)
Bring Resolution to create Business Advisory Commission (8/18/25)
Bring back update to noise ordinance [Complete]
8/18/2025
15 10/20/2025
11/3/2025
Stephens
Presentation by Higher Ground Aspiration
11/3/2025
16 12/1/2025
12/15/2025
Resendiz
Discussion of Planning Commission Bylaws and potential
revisions. Bylaws adopted 1/20/26
1/20/2026
17 1/5/2026
2/17/2026
Morales
Move regular City Council meeting date to 2nd & 4th Mondays 2/17/26 - Council declined to move forward with ordinance 2/17/2026