The funding program includes accountability and transparency provisions to help ensure residents are informed of the projects proposed to receive these funds each FY and what projects have reached completion.
In FY 2026/27 the City will receive an estimated $2,142,942 in SB 1 funding.
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was not presented to a subcommittee meeting.
STAFF ANALYSIS
SB 1 funding assists the City in continuing essential road maintenance and rehabilitation projects, provides for safety improvements, and increases access and mobility that would not have otherwise been possible without this funding source.
This is the tenth year the City has received SB1 funds for road projects.
For FY 2026/27, projects are prioritized to help maintain a safe and efficient transportation system within the City.
The attached project list identifies one project: Zone 7 Pavement Management Phase 2, which will rehabilitate various local/residential streets. The list includes a description, location, a proposed schedule for the project’s completion, and the estimated useful life of the improvement.
Approval of the project list funded by SB1 is not considered a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and, therefore, is not subject to CEQA.
Individual SB1 funded projects would, however, be subject to further CEQA analysis before the City Council authorizes construction for each individual project.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
2026/27 SB1 Project List
Resolution No. 26- Page 1 of 2 April 20, 2026
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Approving a List of Projects to be Funded )
By SB1 , the Road Repair and Accountability ) RESOLUTION NO. 26- Act of 2017, for Fiscal Year 2026/27 )
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1 (SB1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017), was passed by the Legislature and signed into law by the Governor in April 2017, to address the significant multi-modal transportation funding shortfalls statewide; and
WHEREAS, SB1 includes accountability and transparency provisions that will ensure the residents of our City are aware of the projects proposed for funding in our community and which projects have been completed each Fiscal Year (FY); and
WHEREAS, the City must adopt by resolution a list of projects proposed to receive funding each FY from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA), created by SB1, which must include a description and location of each proposed project, a proposed schedule for the project’s completion, and the estimated useful life of the improvement; and
WHEREAS, the City anticipates receiving an estimated $2,142,942 in RMRA funding in FY 2026/27 from SB1; and
WHEREAS, this is the tenth year in which the City is receiving SB1 funding; and
WHEREAS, SB1 funding will enable the City to continue essential road maintenance and rehabilitation projects, provide for safety improvements, and increase access and mobility options that would not have otherwise been possible without this funding; and
WHEREAS, the City has undergone a robust public process to enhance public input into our community’s transportation priorities/the project list; and
WHEREAS, the City used a Pavement Management System to assist in the development of the SB1 project list, ensuring revenues are being used on the highest priority and most cost-effective projects that meet the community’s needs for transportation investment; and
WHEREAS, the FY 2026/27 funding from SB1 will add additional funds for the rehabilitation of the pavement in the City; and
Resolution No. 26- Page 2 of 2 April 20, 2026
WHEREAS, the 2023 California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment found that the City’s streets and roads are in an “at-risk” condition; this revenue and future SB 1 funding will increase the overall quality of the road infrastructure with the goal of improving the City’s streets and roads to a “good” condition; and
WHEREAS, approval of a project list funded by SB1 is not considered a project under the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) and is, therefore, not subject to CEQA review. Individual SB1 funded projects would, however, be subject to further CEQA analysis before the City Council authorizes construction for each individual project; and
WHEREAS, the SB1 project list and overall investment in local street and road infrastructure, provides for a focus on maintenance and safety, investing in complete street infrastructure, and utilizing cutting-edge technology, materials, and practices, creating significant positive co-benefits statewide.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby approves the attached list of SB1 funded projects for Fiscal Year 2026/27.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Pittsburg at a regular meeting on the 20th day of April 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
___________________
Dionne Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
Fiscal Year 2026/27 RMRA Project List April 20, 2026
Title Zone 7 Pavement Management - Phase 2 Amount
Description
The City will design the following project that will result in the rehabilitation of multiple local/residential streets in Pittsburg.
During Construction the Project will use various treatments based on the needs of each road. Treatments will include:
crack seal, micro-surfacing, cape seal, three-layer treatment, mill and overlay, and base repair.
$2,142,942
Location
Residential/local streets bounded by West Leland Road,
Buchannan Road, PG&E high-voltage power lines and Harbor Street.
Design Start September 2026
Design Completion March 2027
Construction Start Date May 2027
Construction Completion Date August 2027
Useful Life 10 - 20 Years
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Darin E. Gale‚ City Manager
Jordan Davis, Director of Community and Economic Development Kelsey Gunter, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting the General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2025 and Authorizing Submittal of the Report to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation, State Department of Housing and Community Development, and Contra Costa Transportation Authority
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This is a request for the City Council to: 1) review the draft General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) for Calendar Year 2025 included as Exhibit A to the proposed Resolution; and 2) authorize its submittal to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI), California Housing and Community Development Department (HCD), and Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA).
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with this action. However, maintaining compliance with State reporting requirements ensures the City remains eligible for various funding opportunities.
RECOMMENDATION
Move to adopt a Resolution, accepting the General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2025 and authorizing its submittal to LCI, HCD, and CCTA.
BACKGROUND
On May 6, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 24-14463 certifying the Final
Environmental Impact Report and adopting Findings of Significance and a Statement of Overriding Considerations for the Envision Pittsburg: 2040 General Plan Update, and Resolution No. 24-14464 adopting the Comprehensive Envision Pittsburg: 2040 General Plan Associated Text, Tables, and Figures. The Pittsburg General Plan is a State-mandated and comprehensive planning document intended to guide Pittsburg’s long-term physical growth and development. It articulates a shared community vision of the City’s future and sets forth broad goals and policies relative to important topics including, but not limited to, land use, economic development, housing, transportation, public safety, and open space.
On August 5, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 24-14516 approving the 6th Cycle General Plan Housing Element Update for the 2023-2031 planning period.
On October 2, 2024, HCD certified the 6th Cycle General Plan Housing Element Update for the 2023-2031 planning period. HCD found that the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element is in substantial compliance with State Housing Element Law (Gov. Code, § 65580 et seq).
The purpose of the APR is to provide the City Council, LCI, HCD, and CCTA with a progress report on the current General Plan’s implementation status. The APR is also intended to provide the City Council with an opportunity to identify any General Plan modifications that may be necessary to improve its implementation and effectiveness. The last APR for calendar year 2024 was reviewed by the Planning Commission and the City Council and submitted to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) (now known as LCI), HCD, and CCTA.
On March 24, 2026, the City of Pittsburg Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 10284, recommending City Council adoption of the proposed resolution, Accepting the General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2025, in its entirety.
SUBCOMMITTEE FINDINGS
This item was not reviewed by a subcommittee.
STAFF ANALYSIS
Staff has prepared the draft General Plan APR for Calendar Year 2025. The APR is provided as Exhibit A of Attachment 1 to this Staff Report, and it consists of a detailed table listing each of the adopted General Plan Policies and their implementation status as of December 31, 2025. The Regional Fair Share Housing Allocation (RHNA) status update (Table 1) is also provided as part of the APR to document the City’s progress in reaching its housing unit goals.
Pursuant to AB 3039 (2024-2025), expanded reporting requirements are in effect that require jurisdictions to track housing units by two additional income categories: Acutely Low-Income and Extremely Low-Income. Jurisdictions that received their 6th Cycle
RHNA prior to the adoption of AB 3039 do not have assigned targets for these categories. The City of Pittsburg received its RHNA allocation prior to the passage of AB 3039. As a result, and pursuant to HCD’s instruction, units reported as Acutely Low- Income or Extremely Low-Income are applied toward progress in the Very Low-Income RHNA category for the 6th Cycle Housing Element APRs.
In Contra Costa County, income categories for 2025 are defined relative to Area Median Income (AMI). For a four-person household:
• Acutely Low Income (15% AMI): $23,950 or less annually • Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $47,950 or less annually • Very Low Income (50% AMI): $79,900 or less annually
• Low Income (80% AMI): $125,050 or less annually
• Median Income: $159,800 annually
• Moderate Income (120% AMI or higher): $191,750 or more annually.
These thresholds illustrate how housing and affordability programs categorize income levels for a four-person household in the County.
Table 1: RHNA Status Update
CODE COMPLIANCE:
This Annual Progress Report is the second one submitted since the City of Pittsburg’s 6th Cycle Housing Element was certified by HCD and the adoption of the 2040 General Plan. As the City enters the third year of the 2023–2031 Planning Cycle, it continues to implement key strategies to meet its RHNA targets. In 2025, Pittsburg not only advanced new housing efforts under the current Cycle but also made progress addressing shortfalls from the 2015–2023 Cycle, reflecting a strong commitment to housing delivery across income levels.
To make progress toward meeting the City’s RHNA, the City will continue to prioritize implementation of its Housing Element strategies. These include streamlining permit processes, rezoning underutilized parcels for higher-density residential development, and encouraging mixed-use projects along transit corridors. The City will also expand incentives for affordable housing development, such as density bonuses and expedited review for qualifying projects. Staff will continue to collaborate with developers and non- profit housing organizations to ensure project feasibility and alignment with regional affordability targets.
Monitoring of housing production will be ongoing, with annual updates to the Planning Commission and City Council to assess effectiveness and make timely policy adjustments. These efforts reflect the City’s commitment to not only meeting but actively supporting the production of diverse and equitable housing options.
Building permits were issued for 78 new residential units in 2025, including 30 low- income, 24 moderate-income, and 24 above-moderate-income units. The City of Pittsburg needs 1,749 additional units to meet its RHNA by the end of the 2031 planning cycle. With several housing projects entitled or under active review, the City remains well-positioned to continue making steady progress toward its housing goals.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Proposed Resolution
A. Exhibit A to Proposed Resolution - General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2025
2. Planning Commission Resolution No. 10284
3. Exhibit A to Planning Commission Resolution 10284; General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2025
Resolution No. 26- Page 1 of 2 April 20, 2026
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURG
In the Matter of:
Accepting the General Plan Annual Progress )
Report for Calendar Year 2025 and Authorizing )
Submittal of the Report to the Governor’s )
Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation ) RESOLUTION NO. 26- State Department of Housing and Community )
Development, and Contra Costa Transportation)
Authority )
WHEREAS, the Pittsburg 2040 General Plan is a State-mandated and Comprehensive planning document intended to guide Pittsburg’s long-term physical growth and development. It articulates a shared community vision of the City’s future and sets forth broad goals and policies relative to important topics including, but not limited to, land use, economic development, housing, transportation, public safety, and open space; and
WHEREAS, on May 6, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 24-14463 certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report and adopting Findings of Significance and a Statement of Overriding Considerations for the Envision Pittsburg: 2040 General Plan Update, and Resolution No. 24-14464 adopting the Comprehensive Envision Pittsburg:
2040 General Plan Associated Text, Tables, and Figures; and
WHEREAS, on August 5, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 24-14516 approving the 6th Cycle General Plan Housing Element Update for the 2023-2031 planning period; and
WHEREAS, on October 2, 2024, HCD certified the 6th Cycle General Plan Housing Element Update for the 2023-2031 planning period. HCD found that the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element is in substantial compliance with State Housing Element Law (Gov.
Code, § 65580 et seq); and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the APR is to provide the City Council, LCI, HCD, and CCTA with a progress report on the current General Plan’s implementation status. The APR is also intended to provide the City Council with an opportunity to identify any General Plan modifications that may be necessary to improve its implementation and effectiveness. The last APR for calendar year 2024, was reviewed by the Planning Commission and the City Council and submitted to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) (now known as LCI [Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation), California Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) and Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA); and
Resolution No. 26- Page 2 of 2 April 20, 2026
WHEREAS, the General Plan APR is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under the general rule of the CEQA Guidelines, Section 15061, in that there is no possibility that the APR may have a significant negative physical impact on the environment; and
WHEREAS, on March 24, 2026, the Planning Commission reviewed the General Plan APR for calendar year 2025 and subsequently adopted Resolution No. 10284, recommending City Council adoption of the proposed resolution in its entirety.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council finds and determines as follows:
Section 1: Findings
Based on the City Council Staff Report entitled, “Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting the General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2025”, dated April 20, 2026, and based on all the information presented, and based on all written and oral testimony presented at the April 20, 2026 meeting, the City Council finds that:
1. All recitals above are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.
2. The General Plan Annual Progress Report for calendar year 2025 appropriately and accurately summarize the City’s progress to date in implementing the action policies in its General Plan.
Section 2: Acceptance
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Pittsburg hereby accepts the General Plan Annual Progress Report for Calendar Year 2025 included as Exhibit A of this Resolution, and authorizes its submittal to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation, State Department of Housing and Community Development, and Contra Costa Transportation Authority.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Pittsburg at a regular meeting on the 20th day of April 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
___________________
Dionne Adams, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Alice E. Evenson, City Clerk
Exhibit A to Planning Commission Resolution No. 10284
CITY OF PITTSBURG
2040 GENERAL PLAN
ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
(Calendar Year 2025)
Prepared pursuant to Government Code Section 65400(b)
Accepted by the Planning Commission on March 24, 2026
Presented to the City Council on April 20, 2026
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Land Use Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Citywide Policies
2-P-1.1 Maintain an adequate supply of land to support
projected housing, employment, service, retail,
educational, and other needs of the community.
Implementation ongoing. Sky Ranch, Ambrose Park and Mirant annexations were completed in 2008.
Annexation of Northeast Industrial properties to DDSD boundary completed in 2010. Voter Measure I amending the Urban Limit Line (ULL) to include the property commonly known as Chevron East approved in November 2011. Environmental Impact Report for the proposed James Donlon Boulevard Extension corridor annexation project was certified in September 2014; however, initiation of annexation is still pending. Property owner -initiated annexations of Montreux and Tuscany Meadows properties were completed in 2016 and 2017. Property owner -initiated annexation of the Southwest Hills/Faria property was completed in 2024. The City has continued to grow over the last 20 years and plans to continue to do so, consistent with the ULL, Sphere of Influence (SOI), Zoning regulations, General Plan land use designations, and infill incentivization. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
2-P-1.2 Promote land use compatibility through
development standards, use restrictions,
environmental review, and design considerations.
Implementation ongoing. This is analyzed as part of the development entitlement review process. Land use compatibility is enforced by Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning), specifically within the “Land Use Regulations” tables. These tables determine whether a use is consistent or inconsistent with the underlying land use designations. Environmental review and design considerations are reviewed once a formal application has been filed. Implementation of this is ongoing and will continue to be enforced. 2-P-1.3 Ensure consistency and compatibility between the Land Use Map, land use designations, and
implementing plans, ordinances, and regulations.
Implementation ongoing. Consistency and compatibility will be addressed further as part of the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) update, anticipated for adoption in 2026, and in subsequent Development Review processes.
2-P-1.4 To maintain balanced growth and to manage the
City’s investment in infrastructure, facilities, and
services for growth areas, encourage infill
development, redevelopment, and rehabilitation
projects within the City, prioritizing investments in
underserved neighborhoods, and growth that is
contiguous with existing development and/or the
boundary of the City.
Implementation ongoing. Infill development, redevelopment, and rehabilitation projects have been prioritized during the previous General Plan Cycle (2020) and continue to be prioritized as part of this current 2040 General Plan. Further, of the 78 residential units issued in 2025, 29 of them are considered infill development projects (approximately 37%). This Policy will continue to be implemented as projects are proposed, consistent with density, zoning, and General Plan designations. 2-P-1.5 Discourage development at urban densities or
intensities in areas on the periphery of the City
boundary.
Implementation ongoing. Over 90% of the City’s southern boundaries are designated as Open Space in both Zoning and General Plan designations. Open Space-designated land permits one dwelling unit per twenty acres to prohibit urban densities within these areas. Further, residential development projects along the periphery of the City boundary, including Faria, Sky Ranch II, and Tuscany Meadows, have been subject to comprehensive environmental analysis and include project-specific mitigation measures to ensure land use impacts are appropriately addressed. This Policy will continue to be implemented during review of development applications.
2-P-1.6 Oppose land uses proposed in areas outside of the City limits that would be incompatible with existing
Implementation ongoing. The City reviews project referrals, meeting agendas, and Public Hearing Notices as applicable from surrounding cities, unincorporated County, and other local agencies. The City provides public comment on such items, as applicable. This Policy will continue to be implemented to ensure compatible land uses that serve the best interests of the City.
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Land Use Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation or planned land uses within the City or that do not
serve the best interests of the City.
2-P-1.7 Pursue annexation and SOI boundary changes only when deemed necessary.
Implementation ongoing. The most recent annexation occurred in 2024 when the Contra Costa Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) approved the Faria/Southwest Hills annexation project on June 12, 2024, in a 5- 2 vote. The project annexed over 600 acres to Pittsburg for the construction of up to 1,500 homes and the preservation of approximately 265 acres within the Southwest Hills subarea. The Faria development area was within the City’s ULL and Planning Area prior to annexation. As future applications are submitted, the City will evaluate proposed annexations and Sphere of Influenc e (SOI) boundary modifications on a case-by -case basis to ensure they are pursued only when necessary and remain consistent with this policy.
2-P-2.1 Provide opportunities for a full range of housing types (including opportunities for hillside estate
development as well as smaller lot, infill, and high
density housing), locations, and affordability levels
to address the community’s fair share of regional,
family, workforce, and other special housing needs.
Implementation ongoing. Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) that oversees the City of Pittsburg, among other surrounding communities in the Bay Area. As adopted by the State of California Housing and C ommunity Development Department (HCD), ABAG establishes a Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) to ensure that all local jurisdictions are providing a housing product mix, both in terms of housing type and in affordability levels.
The City of Pittsburg met all of its RHNA requirements for the 2015-2023 Housing Cycle (5th Cycle), with the exception of the Very Low Income housing unit classification . The City is on track to meet its 2023- 2031 Housing Cycle (6 th Cycle) RHNA with all pending residential development projects in the current project pipeline. This Policy is mandated by State law and will continue to be implemented. 2-P-2.2 Ensure new neighborhoods include a mix and
distribution of land uses, such as schools, parks,
shopping, restaurants, and services, that reduce
auto trips and support walking, biking, and transit
use.
Implementation ongoing. In 2025, the Montreux subdivision submitted grading and improvement plans for City review. Consistent with project -specific Conditions of Approval, the Montreux subdivision is required to integrate a trail system surrounding the proposed residential development to support walking and biking accessibility within the new development. Also in 2025, the City approved a Time Extension request for the Civic Station Multi -Family Residential development, which includes two pocket parks within the project boundaries and is closely accessible to Tri Delta Transit and BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) Civic Center Station. The submitted Bay Walk development project proposes a mix of active and passive recreational uses and a community clubhouse, offering future residents the opportunity to live and play within their neighborhoods. Established neighborhoods, such as San Marco in West Pittsburg, have primarily developed residential and recreational uses within their project boundaries. In 2025, the Shoppes at San Marco opened to the public, expanding commercial amenities to western Pittsburg to better serve the community. The commercial infill development provides the opportunity for residents to meet their daily needs within close proximity to their residences . The Shoppes at San Marco include a major grocery tenant, a drive through establishment, and one multi -tenant building. This policy will continue to be analyzed for inclusion in future development entitlement reviews. 2-P-2.3 Provide a range of development intensities, with the highest intensities in Downtown and in areas
accessible to transit, services, retail uses, and
employment centers and lower intensities in
hillsides and at the City’s southern edge.
Implementation ongoing. The City has advanced efforts to support higher -intensity development in Downtown areas with access to transit, services, and employment centers. A Downtown and Marina visioning workshop was conducted to gather community input on desired improvements within Old Town Pittsburg and surrounding areas, followed by completion of a land use analysis and design study incorporating that feedback. The City is currently developing a Downtown Revitalization Program focused on activating vacant storefronts, incentivizing reinvestment through the Façade Grant Program, and
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Land Use Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation fostering a vibrant, walkable environment. Activation of vacant commercial spaces is also a key objective of the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan.
To further support development near transit, the City has coordinated with transportation agencies to explore redevelopment opportunities for properties in proximity to major transit facilities. These efforts include promoting high- and very high-density residential development to increase ridership and support transit-oriented development, consistent with this Policy.
Conversely, lower-intensity development is maintained in hillside areas and along the City’s southern edge. Properties in these areas are primarily designated as Open Space or planned for low -density residential uses under the General Plan and Zoning regulations, thereby intentionally limiting the potential for higher-density development in these locations. This policy will continue to be implemented.
2-P-2.4 Locate residences and sensitive receptors away
from areas of excessive noise, smoke, dust, odor,
and lighting, and ensure that adequate provisions,
including buffers or transitional uses, such as less
intensive renewable energy production, light
industrial, office, or commercial uses, separate the
proposed residential uses from more intensive uses,
including industrial, agricultural, or agricultural
industrial uses and designated truck routes, to
ensure the health and well -being of existing and
future residents.
Implementation ongoing. All development entitlement applications are reviewed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to evaluate potential impacts related to noise, air quality, lighting, and other environmental hazards. Where i mpacts are identified, applicants are required to implement mitigation measures to reduce impacts. Project-specific Mitigation, Monitoring, and Reporting Programs (MMRP) and/or Conditions of Approval are prepared for such impacts, which are adopted by the regulatory body alongside with project approval. Examples of mitigation measures used for projects within the City include: 1) construction of a concrete masonry wall surrounding residential properties along Buchanan Road to mitigate noise (Tuscany Meadows); 2) use of higher -rated window Sound Transmission Class (STC) to mitigate noise (San Marco Siena [Units 16 and 17] and Courtyard by Marriott); and 3) prohibitions and minimum distance requirements from outdoor smoking areas to multifamily residential units (Creating Healthy Communities Ordinance).
Through these regulatory and discretionary review processes, the City ensures that residential development is appropriately separated from sources of excessive noise, smoke, dust, odor, and lighting.
This approach is embedded in current development review procedures and will continue to guide evaluation of future development applications. Planning Commission Resolution No. 8931 adopted Standard Conditions of Development which, in conjunction with Pittsburg Municipal Code Chapter 18.82 (Performance Standards for all Uses), regulate all development activities to ensure compliance with this General Plan policy. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
2-P-2.5 Encourage the development of additional executive housing units and neighborhoods in a manner that
does not negatively impact existing communities.
Implementation pending. There are no executive housing units proposed in the pending development entitlement review process as of t he date of t his Report. Future development proposals, including executive housing units, will further implement this Policy. 2-P-2.6 Permit development of residential uses in transition areas where real estate interest in industrial land
adjacent to existing or planned residential areas has
diminished while ensuring project design avoids
Implementation pending. The City of Pittsburg has a vast historical past of heavy industrial uses. Whereas some industrial uses remain in operation, and whereas the City has retained major parcels of land zoned for industrial uses, some industrial businesses have ceased operations. Some of these formal industrial sites are located on parcels currently zoned for Residential development. The proposed Harbor View
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Land Use Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation potential conflicts with adjoining or nearby intense
uses.
development is an example of this case, in which surrounding industrial operations exist. This project is currently being considered for project design, including any potential project conflicts. Any future project submitted that is applicable to this Policy will further aid in this Policy’s implementation. 2-P-2.7 Require minimum residential densities, in
accordance with the ranges shown in Table 9-1.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently requires the minimum residential development densities, as prescribed by Table 9-1 . The City’s zoning map is also undergoing a comprehensive update alongside the Pittsburg Municipal Code. Any inconsistencies will be corrected through this process, anticipated for adoption in 2026. The City will continue to further implement this Policy. 2-P-2.8 Ensure that the scale and massing of new
development is sensitive to the physical and visual
character of existing neighborhoods.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg enforces this policy through its Design Review and Administrative Design Review processes, where building scale and massing are evaluated to ensure consistency with the physical and visual character of surrounding neighborhoods. However, recent State laws limit the City’s ability to apply discretionary design review to certain residential projects, including those subject to streamlined or ministerial approval processes. In response to these statutory constraints, the City adopted Objective Design Standards (ODS) in 2024 for multifamily residential development projects. Chapter 5 of the ODS establishes clear, measurable requirements related to building massing, ensuring that qualifying projects remain compatible with the existing built form even where discretionary review is preempted. Through both discretionary review and the application of objective standards, the City continues to implement this policy as new development is proposed Citywide. 2-P-2.9 Provide tenants/property -owners with fair market values in the case of resident and/or business
displacement due to redevelopment activities.
Implementation pending. The City is not currently reviewing any redevelopment proposals that would result in residential or business displacement. If such a project is proposed, the City would apply business retention and relocation strategies identified i n its Economic Strategic Plan. The City’s ownership of certain commercial properties also allows it to support fair market lease conditions. To address residential displacement, the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element, certified by HCD on October 2, 2024, inc ludes targeted anti-displacement measures, including Program 12, Program 23, and Fair Housing Action Items 21B, 21D, and 21E. These programs are supported by identified funding sources, including the General Fund and the Community Development Block Grant ( CDBG). The City will implement this policy as applicable projects arise.
2-P-2.10 Permit places of public assembly, including parks, schools, houses or places of worship, clubs, and
fraternal organizations, in residential areas where
such non-commercial uses will have minimal impact
on the surrounding neighborhood.
Implementation ongoing. This Policy is considered as part of the development entitle ment review process, conducted by the Planning Division staff . Further, such Use Classifications are subject to the Land Use Regulations as prescribed by Pittsburg Municipal Code (PMC) Title 18 and, in general, require a Use Permit that is either reviewed by the Zoning Administrator or the Pittsburg Planning Commission.
As part of this review process, the review authority must be able to make all required findings as prescribed by the PMC in the affirmative. Such required findings include land use compatibility objectives.
As part of the City’s comprehensive Title 18 update, implementation of this Policy is being further discussed. This Policy will continue to be implemented as part of development entitlement review processes.
2-P-2.11 Permit childcare facilities and residential care facilities as required by state law.
Implementation complete. The PMC addresses the establishment of residential care facilities and childcare facilities consistent with State law as it is currently written. These Use Classifications will further be updated over time for any additional clarification points or for further compliance with State law as part of the Pittsburg Municipal Code (PMC) Title 18 update, anticipated to be completed in 2026. This policy will continue to be implemented.
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Land Use Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 2-P-3.1 Promote the provision of community amenities
within large-scale developments, master -planned
communities, and other planned developments,
including parks and recreation facilities,
neighborhood-serving commercial uses,
streetscaping and pedestrian paths, transit facilities, parking areas, and public safety facilities.
Implementation ongoing. Master-planned communities in the City, such as the San Marco development, and other entitled but not yet constructed residential development projects have included community amenities into their land use planning efforts. From bikeways, trailways, parks, and opportunities for both active and passive recreation, the City continues to place emphasis on such amenities during the entitlement processes. General Plan policies and Zoning regulations require a certain objective criterion to achieve community amenities, such as required parkland and required public open space. Further, staff encourages development of recreational facilities and neighborhood- serving commercial uses to further benefit incoming residents and/or employees, as wel l as aid in the City’s jobs -housing balance.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Implementation ongoing. Master -planned communities in Pittsburg, including the San Marco development, as well as other entitled residential projects (Montreux, Faria, Tuscany Meadows, Bailey Estates, Sky Ranch II), have been conditioned to incorporate comm unity amenities through the
entitlement process. The City requires key amenities during entitlement processing and Development Agreement negotiations, such as parkland dedication consistent with the City’s Quimby Ordinance, provision of public open space, and the construction of trailways, among other requirements. In addition, the City advances pedestrian and bicycle connectivity through implementation of its Active Transportation Plan (ATP), and encourages neighborhood- serving commercial uses and recreati onal facilities within large-scale developments to support livability and jobs -housing balance (e.g., Shoppes at San Marco).
This policy will continue to be implemented as new development is proposed Citywide. 2-P-3.2 Create vibrant public places throughout
neighborhoods, centers, and corridors that serve as
gathering places for ceremonial, cultural,
recreational, and other community activities.
Implementation ongoing and pending. The City of Pittsburg has enhanced public spaces through a range of locally driven initiatives, including its mural program, which activates blank walls with artwork reflective of the Pittsburg’s identity. Additional improvements include installation of military memorials at the Pittsburg Marina, Small World Park, and the Stoneman Apartments. The completion of the Railroad Avenue Beautification Project in 2024, Old Town gateway signage, and ongoing City-branded utility box artwork projects are additional key methods in which the City continues to create vibrant public spaces.
These efforts contribute to placemaking and reinforce community character in key public areas.
The City will continue to implement this policy through future Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects, grant -funded initiatives, and as part of the entitlement of new private development, where incorporation of public art and site enhancements are encouraged or required.
2-P-3.3 Emphasize concentrated commercial development,
rather than linear commercial strips.
Implementation complete. The City’s commercial centers are concentrated in specific areas, rather than in linear commercial strips. The commercial centers include areas such as Century Plaza, Atlantic Plaza, Oak Hills Shopping Center, Shoppes at San Marco, and the Railroad Avenue Commercial Corridor , among others. Future commercial developments proposed will further implement this policy by ensuring a concentrated commercial development pattern, as opposed to commercial strips. 2-P-3.4 Integrate pedestrian amenities, traffic -calming features, plazas and public areas, attractive
streetscapes, shade trees, lighting, and open
Implementation pending. Consistent with City Council priorities, the City of Pittsburg has engaged property owners along key, existing commercial corridors regarding the revitalization of underutilized sites to support more pedestrian-oriented development. These efforts emphasize improved walkability, streetscape enhancements, and incorporation of community-serving amenities identified in the Policy. As
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for area residents to shop and gather.
part of new development applications, the City will place emphasis on items specified in the Policy to create welcoming places in the City where residents and visitors can both shop and gather. The City will continue to advance this policy through ongoing corridor planning efforts and as development and redevelopment opportunities arise.
2-P-3.5 Support the development of cultural, education, and entertainment facilities and events in the city’s
centers to serve residents and visitors.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg supports the development of cultural, educational, and entertainment facilities through its zoning regulations, which permit or conditionally permit such uses within commercially zoned districts, including Old Town Pittsburg and the Pittsburg Marina. In addition, the City actively sponsors, partners with, or hosts a variety of community events that serve residents and attract visitors, including First Fridays in Old Town, Juneteenth Celebration, the Martin Luther King Jr.
March, and seasonal events such as the Fourth of July celebration at the Marina, the Easter Egg Hunt at Small World Park, and Trunk or Treat at the Marina Community Center. The City also supports educational programming, such as compost giveaway s, Arbor Day events, and Diamond Classic Catch & Release Sturgeon Derby, further activating the City’s waterfront. Through both land use regulations and ongoing programming, the City continues to implement this policy by fostering vibrant, community - oriented destinations.
2-P-3.6 Endorse the inclusion of daycare and school
facilities, family -oriented services, parks, plazas,
and open spaces in or near residential areas to
safely and comfortably accommodate those who
wish to raise a family.
Implementation is ongoing. The City of Pittsburg supports the integration of daycare facilities, school facilities, family -oriented services, parks, plazas, and open space within or adjacent to residential neighborhoods through its zoning regulations and d evelopment review processes. The Pittsburg Municipal Code permits or conditionally permits many of these uses in residential and nearby districts, consistent with this Policy and applicable State law requirements. In addition, parkland dedication requirements and coordination with local school districts help ensure that new development contributes to family-supportive environments. The City will continue to implement this policy through project review and ongoing land use planning efforts.
2-P-3.7 Locate office and other support facilities along arterial roadways to screen heavy industrial and
manufacturing activities.
Implementation is ongoing. The City of Pittsburg encourages the placement of office and other support facilities along arterial roadways to buffer and screen heavy industrial and manufacturing activities.
Examples include Linde, Inc. and Pittsburg RV & Boat Storage along Pittsburg-Antioch Highway, where office spaces (including the 2024-built office/care-takers facility at Pittsburg RV & Boat Storage) front the street to provide visual screening and convenient customer access. This policy will continue to be applied as new heavy industrial or manufacturing projects are proposed or existing sites are redeveloped. 2-P-3.8 Encourage rebuilding and reuse of commercial
space in a manner that minimizes conflict with
adjacent residential uses.
Implementation ongoing. As part of any future rebuilding or reuse of commercial space within the City, staff will analyze the proposed development for compatibility with surrounding land uses, including adjacent residential uses. This Policy will continue to be implemented to ensure compatibility between uses.
2-P-3.9 Prohibit sites designated for Business Commercial uses to be changed to another land use designation
unless it is determined that adequate sites are
available elsewhere to meet the City’s office and
business development objectives.
Pending implementation. There are no pending applications submitted at this time that propose to remove or modify any Business Commercial land use designation sites. This Policy will be considered as part of any future applicable application review.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 2-P-3.10 Discourage the conversion of existing retail and service storefronts to group assembly-type uses.
Pending implementation. There are no pending applications submitted at this time that propose to convert existing retail or service storefronts to group assembly -type uses. This Policy will be considered as part of any future applicable application review.
2-P-4.1 Identify and allocate adequate lands in strategic locations throughout Pittsburg to accommodate and
encourage employment growth, focusing on sectors
that provide high-paid and high- quality jobs and
continue to promote business development sites
through Think Pittsburg and other local programs.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg is updating Title 18 of the Municipal Code and the zoning map to align with the General Plan and support strategic employment growth. These updates will:
1. Incorporate accessory uses (such as public open space, transit amenities, childcare, and limited retail) into new employment centers and industrial developments where appropriate.
2. Ensure employment centers are designed for safe, convenient walking, biking, and transit access, while providing an attractive, high-quality “campus environment.”
3. Require industrial properties and structures to meet high standards of design quality and ongoing maintenance.
Combined with programs like Think Pittsburg, these efforts continue to promote high-quality, well-paying jobs and strengthen Pittsburg’s business -friendly environment. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
2-P-4.2 Encourage the development and intensification of employment centers, including high quality,
professional office campuses, business parks, and
industrial parks, along with innovation districts,
related mixed-use development and open spaces.
The centers shall be located in areas fully served by
public facilities and services, located along major
arterials with easy freeway access and with access
from public transit, and accessible to bicyclists and
pedestrians.
Ongoing implementation. The Railroad Avenue Specific Plan (RASP), adopted in 2009, identifies specific employment development patterns within specific subareas. For example, the Civic Center Subarea of the RASP operates as a large campus site, inclusive of office uses, public serving businesses, and governmental organizations. More recently, in November 2024, the City of Pittsburg City Council adopted the Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan (“Tech Park Specific Plan”) on a portion of the former Delta View Golf Course. The Tech Park Specific Plan provides the conceptual development framework for the development of an employment center over three phases. This Tech Park Specific Plan Area encompasses land that is fully served by public facilities and servic es, is located along a major arterial roadway, and retains ease of freeway access. As future applications are received for employment centers, this Policy will be referenced as part of development review to ensure development and intensification of such centers are consistent with the General Plan. 2-P-4.3 Promote large -scale office/business development, and reserve sites for Business Commercial uses in
designated locations accessible from regional
transportation systems.
Implementation ongoing. The City continues to promote large -scale office/business development in the City. Further, consistent with Zoning and General Plan land use designations, the City reserves sites for Business Commercial uses in designated located accessible from regional transportation systems, when available. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 2-P-4.4 Encourage development of local, citywide, and
regional mixed- use centers that address different
community needs and market sectors.
Implementation ongoing. At the intersection of West Leland Road and San Marco Boulevard, the Shoppes at San Marco completed construction in 2025. The incoming tenants now address community needs, such as opportunities to purchase food at quick service businesses, to access personal needs services, and to shop for groceries . Pending projects such as West Leland Commerce Center and existing commercial center revitalization efforts will further aid in implementing this Policy. 2-P-4.5 Support office, business, and industrial land uses that will improve the City’s employment base
through high-quality, well -paid jobs that attract the
technology, energy, and industrial sectors desired
by the community.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg actively supports office, business, and industrial land uses that strengthen the local employment base and attract high- quality, well-paying jobs in the technology, energy, and industrial sectors. In November 2024, the City Council adopted the Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan, which includes development goals focused on creating quality employment opportunities (Goals 2-4 and 6-4). The City also engages property owners of industrial and commercially zoned sites to promote business retention, attract new employers, and ensure optimal use of employment
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2-P-4.6 Encourage the development of “clean” industries, such as research and development, technology and
specialized manufacturing, and similar uses, that
limit environmental impacts and health risks
commonly associated with industrial uses.
Implementation ongoing . As part of development, the City encourage s the development of “clean” industries, such as research and development and specialized manufacturing. In moving forward, the City continues to encourage this type of development with recently approved applications, such as the Oakstone Northen California Expansion Project, which allows for expansion of an existing industrial use to better serve critical employment sectors, such as the medical field, and the 2024 adoption of the Pittsburg Technology Park Specific Plan, which provides the development framework for a technology park on a portion of the former Delta View Golf Course. The City will continue to implement this Policy when reviewing applicable pending and future applications. 2-P-4.7 Encourage employee -intensive uses such as
medical and professional offices, light industry,
research, and skill training.
Implementation ongoing. Encouragement of employee-intensive uses, such as medical and professional offices, light industry, research, and skill training, has been an ongoing initiative in the City of Pittsburg.
The City’s Economic Development Division is working to further attract these business sectors to further implement this Policy.
2-P-4.8 Promote the conversion of existing industrial,
warehousing, and distribution facilities to flex space
and business incubators (i.e. light industrial and
research and development uses) that provide new
jobs and comparable employment opportunities
without th e environmental impacts of traditional
industrial uses.
Pending implementation. There are no pending applications submitted at this time that propose to convert existing industrial, warehousing, or distribution facilities to flex space or business incubators. This Policy will be considered as part of any future applicable application review. 2-P-4.9 Encourage and, where legally permissible, require owners of visually unattractive or poorly maintained
industrial properties to upgrade existing structures
and properties to improve their visual quality.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Code Enforcement Division enforces property maintenance standards under Title 18 of the Pittsburg Municipal Code, which applies to all zoning districts, including industrially zoned parcels. The City encourages property owners to maintain and enhance the visual quality of their sites. Enforcement begins with courtesy notices to promote proactive compliance, followed by notices of violation or administrative citations, as needed, to ensure adherence to City sta ndards. These measures help maintain a safe, attractive, and professionally maintained industrial environment throughout Pittsburg. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 2-P-4.10 Ensure that employment -generating development, such as industrial, warehouse, distribution, logistics, and fulfillment projects, does not result in adverse
impacts (including health risks and nuisances),
particularly to residential uses and other sensitive
receptors, including impacts related to the location
and scale of buildings, lighting, noise, smell, and
other environmental and environmental justice
considerations. When development is incompatible,
require adequate buffers and/or architectural
consideration to protect residential areas,
developed or undeveloped, from intrusion of
Implementation ongoing. Industrial, warehouse, distribution, logistics, and fulfillment uses in Pittsburg generally require a Use Permit or similar discretionary approval prior to operation. As part of the entitlement process, these projects are reviewed f or potential impacts (including noise, lighting, odors, building scale, and other environmental and environmental justice considerations) on nearby residential areas and other sensitive receptors. Project -specific mitigation measures or Conditions of Approval are applied as needed to avoid or minimize adverse effects. Through this review process, the City ensures that employment-generating development is compatible with surrounding neighborhoods and continues to implement this policy with each applicable application submittal.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation nonresidential activities that may degrade the
quality of life in such residential areas.
2-P-4.11 Encourage the use of local workforce and local business sourcing for new development in the
Planning Area that generates quality construction
and service jobs with career pathways that provide
job training opportunities for the local workforce and
that pay s area standard wages for construction
workers.
Implementation ongoing. In the City of Pittsburg, most construction projects utilize local union and trade contractors, ensuring that workers are paid prevailing or above- standard wages. Local unions provide career pathways and training opportunities, simi lar to the City’s Future Build Apprenticeship Program, which helps prepare local residents for skilled construction careers. Future Build is a partnership of the Pittsburg Power Company, Contra Costa Workforce Development Board, Pittsburg Adult Education Center, Contra Costa Building and Construction Trades council, Morris Carey of “On the House”, Northern California Laborers Training, and Open Opportunities Inc. The Future Build Program provides 16+ weeks of pre-apprenticeship training in the building trades, solar theory and installation, construction, and hazardous waste education to at least 40 East County adults annually. 28 cohorts have completed the Program, with Cohort 29 underway. Applications for Cohort 30 are anticipated to open in July 2026.
Through these practices, the City encourages local workforce participation and the use of local businesses for construction and service activities. This policy will continue to be app lied to future development projects, supporting quality jobs and workforce development in Pittsburg.
Northeast River Subarea Policies
2-P-6.1 Encourage the development of sustainable
industries that reduce the use of natural resources,
use renewable materials and energy sources, and
have reduced emissions of wastes and pollutants in
comparison to conventional industries along the
New York Slough waterfront.
Implementation pending. There are no current projects submitted that propose the type of development activity that this Policy is referencing. At time of applicable development application processing, this Policy will be included as part of staff’s review for General Plan consistency. 2-P-6.2 Support the modernization of all industrial uses in the area to reduce exposure of workers and the
community to hazardous materials and air and water
pollutants.
Implementation ongoing. The City works regularly alongside regulatory agencies, such as Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD), and the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), to support the reduction of the Pittsburg community’s exposure to hazardous materials, and air and water pollutants. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 2-P-6.3 Support the reclamation and reuse of contaminated industrial sites.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg actively supports the reclamation and reuse of contaminated industrial sites in coordination with regulatory agencies, including the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and the U.S. Environ mental Protection Agency (USEPA). The City has secured funding through DTSC’s Equitable Community Revitalization Grant (ECRG) to advance brownfield cleanup efforts.
An example of implementation of this Policy during this General Plan cycle includes the East Third Street site (Site 13 on the City’s website). A Groundwater Monitoring Plan was submitted to the Water Board in March 2024 and approved in April. The construc tion contract was bid in June, awarded in July, and remediation activities commenced in August 2024, continuing with construction and groundwater monitoring into 2025.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation The City will continue to prioritize contaminated site remediation and pursue funding to support future reclamation projects, further implementing this policy.
2-P-6.4 Amend the City’s Zoning Ordinance to ensure that land uses progress from existing heavier industrial
uses inland to lighter industrial and other less
intense employment generating uses near existing
and planned residential uses adjacent Harbor Street
and the Pittsburg Antioch Highway as well as areas
directly facing the Dowest Slough and the New York
Slough waterfront, as feasible during redevelopment
of industrial activities not dependent on docking
access.
Implementation pending. The City is in process of preparing updates to the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Code Update, anticipated for public hearings in 2026. This Policy will also be continued to be reviewed for implementation within the Zoning Ordinance itself, as well as the associated Zoning Map.
2-P-6.5 Ensure that all proposed projects in the Northeast River area complete an assessment of biological
resources, including wetlands, before site layout
and design is completed.
Implementation is pending. There are currently no proposed projects in the Northeast River Subarea of the General Plan. When future development applications are submitted, this Policy will be implemented by requiring completion of a Biological Resource Ass essment (BRA), including wetland delineation and a Jurisdictional Determination, prior to final site layout and design. These assessments will be incorporated into the applicable CEQA documentation for each project. The City will enforce these requirements during project review to ensure protection of biological resources in the Northeast River Subarea.
2-P-6.6 Ensure—through a combination of on - and off-site mitigation—that new development results in no net
loss of wetlands. If wetlands are located on-site, on-
site wetland mitigation (including but not limited to
preservation in place, wetland restoration, wetland
enhancement, and wetland establishment) shall be
encouraged and preferred.
Implementation pending. Currently, there are no proposed projects in the Northeast River Subarea of the General Plan that would result in a net loss of wetlands. For future projects, if a net loss of wetlands is anticipated, this Policy will be addressed through project -specific mitigation measures, Conditions of Approval, and/or Development Agreements. Compliance will also follow requirements under the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan/Natural Community Conservation Plan (ECCC HCP/NCCP) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (among other agencies), which include permitting, analysis, and, if required, wetland replacement or restoration on- or off-site. The City prioritizes avoiding any net loss of wetlands, and this policy will be applied to all applicable future development to protect these resources.
2-P-6.7 Pursue opportunities for a multi -use trail along the waterfront with connections to the adjoining
Downtown Subarea as industrial properties are
redeveloped and remediated.
Implementation pending. The Delta Protection Commission, in partnership with various agencies including the East Bay Regional Parks District (EBRPD) developed the “Great California Delta Trail” Master Plan (“Master Plan”). The Great California Delta Trail Master Plan, approved in 2022 by the Delta Protection Commission, aims to create a continuous regional hiking and cycling trail linking the San Francisco Bay Trail to Sacramento. The trail will link existing trails, boat launch sites, local communities, and public transit systems. Included within the Master Plan is EBRPD’s a planned “Delta Trail Alignment” along the waterfront of Contra Costa County connecting Martinez to Big Break in Oakley. This alignment is shown in EBRPD’s 2013 Master Plan. EBRPD is act ively working with Contra Costa County and the Cities of Pittsburg, Antioch, and Oakley to design and build segments of this alignment.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Consistent with both Regional Master Plans (EBRPD and DPC), the 2040 General Plan Land Use Map identifies the future trail corridor along Suisun Bay within the North Central River Subarea. This Policy was also included in the Northeast River Subarea due to the potential for trailway expansions. The portion of the Delta Trail Alignment in Pittsburg is located on privately owned property. The City has had conversations with the private property owner regarding the trailway requirement. As the former industrial, waterfront properties are redeveloped, future projects will be evaluated for trail connections and public access. This approach supports regional connectivity, enhances recreational opportunities, and advances the City’s goal of establishing a continuous waterfront trail, consistent with EBRPD and Delta Protection Commission’s Master Plans.
2-P-6.8 Support the permanent preservation of the wetlands and salt marsh habitats along New York and Dowest
Sloughs, including Browns Island Regional
Shoreline Preserve.
Implementation pending. The City of Pittsburg supports the permanent preservation of wetlands and salt marsh habitats along New York and Dowest Sloughs, including Browns Island Regional Shoreline Preserve. As formal preservation proposals are submitted, the City will participate and support efforts to ensure long- term protection. This policy will be implemented through applicable regulatory and preservation processes, ensuring that these sensitive habitats are conserved for ecological functions and passive observation, supporting wildlife protection and environmental stewardship while maintaining limited public access where appropriate.
2-P-6.9 Work with the Delta Protection Commission and
East Bay Regional Park District to support Delta
Trail alignments as proposed in the Great California
Delta Trail Master Plan along the waterfront in the
Northeast River Subarea.
Implementation pending. The Delta Protection Commission, in partnership with various agencies including the East Bay Regional Parks District (EBRPD) developed the “Great California Delta Trail Master Plan” (“Master Plan”), which identifies a multi -use trai l linkage along the waterfront with connections in the Northeast River Subarea referred to as the “Delta Trail Alignments”. The City encourages the initiative to establish this trailway and will work with applicable agencies to facilitate trail planning. These properties are privately owned and maintained, but at time of development, the City may impose Conditions of Approval and/or a Development Agreement requiring the construction of such trailway.
Loveridge Subarea Policies
2-P-7.1 Encourage the development and expansion of
regional commercial, auto dealerships, and
professional office uses along State Route 4 at
Century Boulevard.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently encourages the uses described within this policy, as further regulated by the Zoning and General Plan Land Use Designations. As part of this Policy’s implementation, the City will continue to encourage such uses w ithin the Loveridge Subarea, and specifically along State Route 4 and Century Boulevard. 2-P-7.2 Support the development of regional and community commercial complexes adjacent to the State Route
4/Loveridge Road interchange, featuring
professional offices, research and development,
technology and specialized manufacturing and
production uses.
Pending implementation. There are no current applications submitted for the type of development described by this Policy. At time of application submittal of an applicable project, the City would implement this Policy by supporting the development of reginal and community commercial complexes, featuring key job sector opportunities, as described within the Policy. 2-P-7.3 Promote the development of employment -
generating uses, including industrial, office,
Implementation ongoing. The City currently promotes the development of employment-generating uses, and will further promote such uses by establishing a new land use classification of “Employment Center
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Avenue.
Industrial” as part of the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) update. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
2-P-7.4 Promote and encourage economic development
and mixed use development along the Century
Boulevard corridor to promote revitalization,
economic development, and mixed use
development long-term stability of commercial and
service uses, and new housing opportunities.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg promotes economic revitalization and mixed -use development along the Century Boulevard corridor to strengthen commercial and service uses and create new housing opportunities. Implementation of this policy relies heavily on collaborat ion with private property owners of the Commercially zoned land (Century Plaza Shopping Center). Consistent with Citywide Priorities and Goals, the City has initiated discussions with property owners and developed preliminary site planning maps to guide corridor enhancement and infill redevelopment efforts. This policy will continue to be applied to all future development proposals along the Century Boulevard corridor.
2-P-7.5 Promote mixed use development within Century
Plaza that provides workforce housing and
contributes to long- term stability of commercial
uses.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg encourages mixed -use development at Century Plaza to provide workforce housing and support long-term commercial stability. The City has engaged property owners and prepared preliminary site planning to guide corridor revitalization. This policy will be applied to all future redevelopment proposals at Century Plaza.
East Central Subarea Policies
2-P-8.1 Foster connectivity and maintain the existing,
predominantly residential land use pattern within a
grid street network.
Implementation ongoing. Identified as Capital Improvement Project No. 2019 in the City of Pittsburg’s 2025/26 – 2029/30 Capital Improvement Program, the Pittsburg BART Pedestrian & Bicycle Connectivity Project completed construction in November 2025. This project completed a critical gap in the low-stress bikeway network on Railroad Avenue between the Pittsburg Center BART train station and the existing Delta de Anza Trail, a 15-mile facility running east -west across East Contra Costa County. This project also added connecting trails east of the Pittsburg Center BART station, and north of the station via painted buffer bike lanes. As opportunities arise to further connectivity or develop within the East Central Subarea, this Policy will be further implemented.
2-P-8.2 Promote conversion of residential uses facing State Route 4 to mixed use or non-residential uses.
Implementation pending. This policy is heavily dependent on privately owned residentially-used parcels facing State Route 4. At time of redevelopment or convers ion of use classification, the City would implement this Policy.
Railroad Avenue Subarea Policies
2-P-9.1 Encourage economic development, including
redevelopment and expansion of Community
Commercial uses, along the Railroad Avenue
corridor.
Implementation ongoing. The City encourages economic development, including redevelopment and expansion of community commercial uses, along the Railroad Avenue corridor. Programs such as the Economic Development Division’s Façade Improvement Grant support reinvestment in the area. Façade Improvement Grants have been utilized by private property owners along the corridor to improve commercial building paint, window repairs, landscaping improvements, sign permits, awning installations, among others. This poli cy will continue to be implemented as new projects are submitted for Design Review and Administrative Design Review.
2-P-9.2 Promote revitalization and redevelopment in the area bounded by Railroad Avenue, E. Leland Rd,
Harbor St, and State Route 4 as an innovation
Implementation pending. Properties within the area bounded by Railroad Avenue, E. Leland Road, Harbor Street, and State Route 4 are privately owned. The City of Pittsburg plans to engage property owners to encourage revitalization and redevelopment as an i nnovation center, fostering technology,
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businesses in technology, medical, and sustainable
energy sectors, supporting start-up enterprises, and
increasing high quality jobs near the Pittsburg
Center BART station.
medical, and sustainable energy businesses, supporting start -ups, and creating high -quality jobs near the Pittsburg Center BART station. This policy will be applied as redevelopment opportunities arise. 2-P-9.3 Encourage mixed uses and high density housing on parcels owned by BART consistent with Bart
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Guidelines.
Implementation pending. The City of Pittsburg encourages high-density and mixed-use Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) on Bay Area Rapid Transit District’s (BART)-owned property, but action depends on BART submitting a development application. The City will coordinate with BART to facilitate TOD projects once proposals are received.
BART TOD Guidelines allow by -right densities that exceed current zoning. In 2024, the City updated General Plan land use classifications for all BART -owned properties to support future TOD. These updated designations will be incorporated into the City’s forthcoming Zoning Code Update. This policy will be implemented as coordination with BART commences. 2-P.9.4 Continue to develop the Civic Center area with
community-serving public services, recreation, and
offices, as well as retail, restaurants, and housing
that support the primary public-serving uses.
Implementation ongoing. The Civic Center area of the Railroad Avenue Specific Plan has multiple parcels of land available for development and any future development would follow this Policy for General Plan Implementation. Existing uses within the Civic Center are community-serving public services and offices.
Entitlements within the Ci vic Center area include an affordable multi-family residential development project, “Civic Station” and a commercial office building, both anticipated to begin construction i n 2026.
As part of future application submittal, this policy would be further implemented.
East Leland Subarea Policies
2-P-10.1 Promote creation of an innovation district or a hub for technology, energy, medical, and other skilled
employment opportunities in the area designated
Employment Center Industrial.
Implementation pending. As part of the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Code Update, Employment Center Industrial will have its own zone classification, further specifying allowable uses within this Designation, inclusive of the uses described herein. This Policy will be further implemented with an application submitted for the use(s) specified within the Policy. 2-P-10.2 Encourage redevelopment of the existing industrial area along Garcia Avenue with higher-end business
commercial activities and undertake selective
improvement and intensification, while maintaining
land use patterns focused on high- quality
employment opportunities, multi-family housing, and
commercial centers.
Implementation pending. The City plans to implement policies and procedures to undertake redevelopment, as needed, with an aim to promote parcel consolidation and coordinated development.
In addition, the City also plans to update the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) to incorporate incentives to promote improvement of sites along Garcia Avenue with high-amenity business commercial uses. Implementation of this Policy is pending.
2-P-10.3 Promote connectivity between Los Medanos
Community College and local neighborhoods,
commercial activities, employment centers, and
community gathering places.
Implementation pending. The City will work with Los Medanos Community College to facilitate pedestrian and bicycle connections from the campus to nearby commercial, residential, employment center, and community gathering areas. The City will also work with Los Medanos Community College and the City of Antioch to undertake a study exploring the viability of a street connection between Leland and Buchanan Roads, along the eastern edge of the College at the border of the two cities.
Buchanan Subarea Policies
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 2-P-11.1 Ensure orderly development of subarea
neighborhoods as well as connectivity from Kirker
Pass Road.
Implementation ongoing. Developments such as Sky Ranch II and Tuscany Meadows are included within this Subarea. Both projects required project -specific Environmental Impact Reports and were entitled with various Conditions of Approval, Mitigation Measures, and Development Agreements. Such measures will aid in ensuring orderly development of the subarea neighborhoods, as well as connectivity from Kirker Pass Road. This Policy will further be implemented as construction commences and continues in the Subarea.
2-P-11.2 Ensure design of new developments are inter -
connected residential neighborhoods, rather than
distinct, introverted subdivisions, that provide
access to open space areas and connectivity to
schools, parks, and other community amenities.
Implementation ongoing. The two new developments within the Buchanan Subarea are Tuscany Meadows and Sky Ranch II. As part of this Policy’s implementation, future Design Review submittals for both Tuscany Meadows and Sky Ranch II shall ensure compliance with interconnecting designs with established neighborhoods.
Woodlands Subarea Policies
2-P-12.1 Support new residential development in locations that do not significantly impact the natural setting.
Implementation pending. Montreux is a residential subdivision that has received residential entitlements in the Woodlands Subarea. The proposed development is low -density residential and will not densely develop the City’s boundary. This Policy will be reviewed for compliance as part of the project’s subsequent Design Review application(s) and any other residential development project proposed within this Subarea.
West Central Subarea Policies
2-P-13.1 Allow and encourage the development of a
commercial and employment complex between
Willow Pass Road and the BNSF Railroad tracks,
east of the PG&E transmission corridor.
Implementation pending. As part of the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Update, allowing the use described within this Policy will be analyzed.
2-P-13.2 Encourage redevelopment and reuse of this site as an “economic opportunity area” (see Chapter 6:
Economic Development).
Implementation pending. This is a key economic opportunity area in the City, as identified in General Plan Chapter 6, “Economic Development”. The City of Pittsburg’s Community and Economic Development Department will work collaboratively to discuss process to achieve this Policy. 2-P-13.3 Support relocation of the PG&E transmission
corridor to create open space, commercial, and
employment opportunities to serve the community.
Implementation pending. The PG&E transmission corridor is a privately -owned and maintained section of land in the City. This open space area is an opportunity for additional development and reinvestment in the Pittsburg community. The City plans to initiate conversations with PG&E to discuss this Policy and associated potential project implications. This Policy will be further implemented if PG&E intends to relocate their transmission corridor.
2-P-13.4 Support methods to link neighborhoods and
development in this area to activity centers planned
for the Central River Subarea and those south of
State Route 4.
Implementation pending. The City plans to initiate internal Planning staff procedures to explore the feasibility of a pedestrian and bicycle bridge across State Route 4, near the Parkside and Los Medanos elementary schools to further implement this General Plan Policy.
West Leland Subarea Policies
2-P-14.1 Maintain existing residential land use patterns while improving the West Leland Road streetscape.
Implementation pending. Future streetscape enhancement program for West Leland Road will focus on improving walkability and visual character of the corridor, so as to not impact the existing residential land
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation use patterns. Emphasis of the enhancements include increased street trees and landscaping, medians, crosswalks, wider sidewalks, and benches.
Southwest Hills Subarea Policies
2-P-15.1 Support the development of a range of residential uses, including multifamily and mixed uses in close
proximity to services and transit and higher -end,
low-density residential uses.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has supported a range of residential development in the Southwest Hills Subarea. The San Marco development includes primarily single-family detached homes, while the San Marco Villas provide higher -density multifamily housing closer to the Pittsburg/Bay Point BART Station. The Shoppes at San Marco add complementary commercial and service uses.
Additionally, the Faria Project provides an opportunity for up to 1,500 new single-family residences. As new residential projects are proposed near transit and services, this policy will continue to guide review and implementation of diverse housing types.
2-P-15.2 Promote commercial uses, including grocery stores, retail, restaurants, and services, that serve
residential neighborhoods in the Southwest Hills
subarea.
Implementation pending. Building Permits were issued in 2024 for the construction of a Sprouts Farmer’s Market Grocery Store, as well as various pad buildings for smaller, neighborhood-serving tenants. All buildings received their Certificates of Occupancy in 2025 and are now open to the public. This Policy will continue to be implemented as the Southwest Hills Subarea continues to develop residentially. In 2025, the Esperanza Major Subdivision Project was submitted, San Marco Units 16 and 17 (Siena) began grading activities, and Faria is currently in the permitting phase of development. The influx of residential units has the potential to increase supply and demand of retail, restaurants, and service uses in the Subarea.
2-P-15.3 Support high intensity mixed uses, including offices, services, and multifamily residential, in proximity to
the Pittsburg/Bay Point BART station.
Implementation pending. As new applications are filed for new mixed use development projects within close proximity to transit, and specifically BART, this Policy will be further reviewed for implementation.
Northwest River Subarea Policies
2-P-16.1 Preserve the wetlands and salt marsh habitats along the Suisun Bay waterfront and allow only the
development of multi -use trails and recreation
facilities in these areas.
Implementation pending. There is no development proposed within the Northwest River Subarea’s wetland or salt marsh habitats. The City encourages preservation of all sensitive habitats, including wetland areas and salt marsh habitats, located along the Suisun Bay. Any future submittal proposing development in this location, including the development of multi-use trails and recreation facilities, will be closely reviewed for compliance with this General Plan Policy. 2-P-16.2 Encourage expansion and extension of Delta Trail alignments as proposed in the Great California Delta
Trail Master Plan in the Northeast River Subarea.
Implementation pending. The Great California Delta Trail alignments are located within the Northeast River Subarea, as identified in the Great California Delta Trail Master Plan by the Delta Protection Commission and EBRPD. The City will coordinate with agencies to facilitate trail planning. While these waterfront properties are privately owned, future development may include Conditions of Approval or Development Agreements requiring trail construction. Staff will also explore extending the trail to the Northwest River Subarea to enhance regional connectivity.
North Central River Subarea Policies
2-P.17.1 Support the remediation and revitalization of this site as a master -planned community with sustainable
and resilient design that provides opportunities to
work, live, and play and addresses Pittsburg’s
Implementation pending. The Bay Walk Specific Plan application, covering nearly 1,000 acres of the North Central River Subarea, is currently on hold and undergoing project revisions. Any future development application in this subarea must comply with all applicable General Plan policies. Future
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation jobs/housing balance, recreation, economic
development, and public use needs:
• Providing community -oriented recreation
and commercial entertainment facilities,
including:
• Community-gathering areas with an
open air markets and venues for
community events,
• Riverfront access with extension of the
adjacent Riverview Park and a
continuous public-access riverwalk with
parks, seating, and viewing areas for
pedestrians and cyclists,
• Provisions for water -oriented
recreational activities, such as boating
and kayaking,
• A community recreation uses, including
potentially including aquatic center,
sports facilities, or other community -
wide recreational uses, that serve the
broader Pittsburg community,
• Commercial and entertainment uses,
with space allocated for waterfront or
waterview dining, retail, as well as
grocery, shopping, restaurants, offices,
and services located away from the
water.
• Multi-modal transit opportunities, including
a ferry terminal to improve jobs access,
and connections to BART and local transit.
• An economic opportunity hub, providing
high-quality and skilled employment
opportunities including research and
development, office, sustainable energy,
and manufacturing, with connections
provided to transit, and spaces for
business incubators to foster s tartups and
innovation.
• Mixed residential neighborhoods, including
a significant proportion of workforce and
development will be required to implement a sustainable, resilient, and economically vibrant community while protecting environmental resources.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation affordable housing to maintain
socioeconomic diversity and promote
equitable opportunities, that are served by
on-site neighborhood- oriented parks,
schools, and commercial uses.
• Encourage to Provide a jobs/housing ratio
of at least 2.5 jobs per household.
• Permanent open space managed to
support climate adaptation through
maintaining and enhancing existing
wetlands and marsh areas and to provide
educational and passive recreational
opportunities.
• Green infrastructure, sustainable and
resilient design, and climate adaptation
elements, including elevated construction,
natural barriers, managed retreat,
bioswales, permeable pavements, and rain
gardens to manage stormwater and
provide flooding resilience.
• Ensure remediation of site meets or
exceeds California Department of Toxic
Substance Control and U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency standards in all areas
proposed for residential, employment,
recreational, and other uses that may
expose humans to hazards associated with
former uses of the site. Any future project
shall be required to ensure that future
development of the site would not expose
workers, residents, employees, or other
users of the site to hazardous materials at
levels that exceed federal or State
standards for the specific proposed activity
or use associated with each phase of
development of this subarea and to
demonstrate that remediation has occurred
to a level that meet or exceeds federal and
State health and safety standards prior to
any permits being issued for that phase.
For example, prior to grading of the site,
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation the project applicant shall demonstrate that
the potential exposure to hazardous
materials have been remediated to a level
that is safe for construction workers
performing ground- disturbing activities.
Prior to issuance of building permits for
residential, office, or other users, the
project applicant shall demonstrate that the
potential exposure to hazardous materials
has been remediated to a level that is
acceptable for the specific proposed use.
• Encourage the connectivity between
residential villages by the use of trails and
pedestrian pathways and encourage
connection points with existing residential
neighborhoods.
2-P-17.2 Establish a comprehensive circulation system that provides internal connectivity between all land uses
and connects to adjoining areas and uses, including:
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities: Provide
comprehensive pedestrian and bicycle
facilities linking all internal project
components, connecting to the Riverfront
Greenway, and providing connectivity to
the Pittsburg community via the Downtown
connectivity points (Riverfront Park, Front
St, West 2nd St, West 4th St, Halsey Way,
West 7th St, West 8th St.)
• Delta Trail: Provide Delta Trail alignments
as proposed in the Great California Delta
Trail Master Plan.
• Downtown Connectivity. Key points to
provide connectivity between Downtown
and project site:
• Riverfront Park: Expand and extend park.
• Front St: Bicycle/pedestrian
connection
• West 2nd St: Bicycle/pedestrian
connection
Implementation pending. The Bay Walk Specific Plan application, covering nearly 1,000 acres of the North Central River Subarea, is currently on hold and undergoing project revisions. Any future development application in this subarea must comply with all applicable General Plan policies, including the development of a comprehensive circulation system. Future development will be required to implement a sustainable, resilient, and economically vibrant community while protecting environmental resources.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation • West 4th St: Extend road to provide
vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian
connection
• Halsey Way Pedestrian Path: Extend
bicycle/pedestrian connection south of
Halsey
• West 7th and 8th St: Extend 8th Street
linear park to Riverfront Drive to
provide vehicle, bicycle, pedestrian
• Willow Pass Streetscape Enhancement
• Add curbs/sidewalks (where gaps are
present)
• Add lighting
• Add mid- block pedestrian crossings
(as appropriate)
• Add trees and landscaping
• Reduce pavement footprint
• Transit Service. Provide direct connections
to regional destinations and BART through
multiple transit access opportunities,
including a ferry terminal (Waterfront and
Marina Mixed Use Districts) and Tri -Delta
Transit (stops throughout the developed
components of the site).
2-P-17.3 Support and promote the active use of regional open space areas by local residents.
Implementation pending. Future development within this subarea will be required to provide and support active use of regional open space where environmentally appropriate. During review of any submitted land plan or development application, City staff will work to ensure regional open space is accessible and promotes recreational use for residents of Pittsburg and surrounding communities. 2-P-17.4 Preserve and enhance Pittsburg’s creeks for their value in providing visual amenity, drainage capacity,
and habitat value
Implementation ongoing. Creeks within the Subarea will be identified and described within any future project’s Environmental Clearance document. This Policy will further be implemented through project - specific Conditions of Approval, mitigation measures, or a Development Agreement. 2-P-17.5 Prioritize the revitalization of the North Central River Subarea
Implementation ongoing. The City ensures that any development proposal within the North Central River Subarea is reviewed to comprehensively address revitalization objectives. Proposals are required to implement the subarea’s General Plan policies and goal s, promoting coordinated redevelopment and sustainable, resilient, and economically vibrant community outcomes.
Bay Point Subarea Policies
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 2-P-18.1 Recognize the County’s plans for Bay Point, as well as the unincorporated Riverview Planning Area, as
the official planning guides.
Implementation is ongoing. The City maintains communication with surrounding jurisdictions and monitors pending projects in adjacent areas that may affect Pittsburg. This policy is implemented by: 1) using the Bay Point/Pittsburg BART Area Specific Plan, as updated by Action 2-A-15.a, to guide development within the Specific Plan area; 2) supporting the Mount Diablo Unified School District in establishing a public high school in Bay Point; and 3) considering potential amendments to the City’s Sphere of Influence and annexation of vacant, undeveloped lands west of Bay Point.
South Hills Subarea Policies
2-P-19.1 Preserve all designated hillsides as open space, according to the General Plan Land Use Diagram
(Figure 2-2).
Implementation ongoing. This subarea comprises an unincorporated portion of the Pittsburg Planning Area. South of the City limit, South Hills consists of undeveloped, rolling hills with the Keller Canyon Landfill is in the northwestern portion of the South Hills subarea, and is surrounded by an open space buffer. There is no proposed development within the South Hills Subarea. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Black Diamond Subarea Policies
2-P-20.1 Support permanent open space preservation of the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve.
Implementation pending. The City will coordinate with EBRPD to establish linkages between the City’s trail and linear park network, and the Black Diamond Mines multi-use trail system. Following this initiative, the City will retain remaining undeveloped ac reage within the subarea as open space and ensure the rural and agricultural character of the existing undeveloped and grazing lands is retained, compliant with this General Plan policy.
Growth Management Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Growth and Expansion Policies
3-P-1.1 Maintain the City’s adopted ULL, which is consistent with the ULL adopted by voters through the Measure
J Growth Management Program (as amended by
CCTA Ordinance 06- 04). The ULL can only be
amended by a subsequent vote of the electorate;
minor adjustments of less than 30 acres may be
approved by a majority vote of the City Council.
Implementation ongoing. There are no current pending projects that infringe upon the City’s adopted Urban Limit Line (ULL). Alternatively, the City is processing entitlements and developing incentives for use of vacant infill land and reuse and revitalization of underutilized sites. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-1.2 Manage the City’s growth to balance development of housing options and job opportunities, protection
of open space and habit areas, construction of
transportation improvements, and preservation of
high quality public facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City has historically and is currently processing a mix of commercial, industrial, and residential entitlement projects. Further, the City’s Economic Development Division is consistently seeking high-skilled job employers to improve the City’s jobs to housing balance. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-1.3 Provide a range of development intensities, with the highest intensities in Downtown and in areas
proximate to transit and services, and lower
Implementation ongoing. Current development incentive programs in the City focus increased development within Downtown and high density development in areas in close proximity to transit. Lower
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation intensities in hillside and at the City’s southern edge, with an emphasis on land use patterns that make
efficient use of the local and regional transportation
systems and consider conservation of natural
resources.
development densities, such as low density residential development, is focused in hillside areas, where permitted, and along the City’s southern edge. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 3-P-1.4 Support infill development, redevelopment, and
adaptive reuse within urbanized and brownfield
areas
Implementation ongoing. The City has aggressively applied for US EPA Brownfields Program grant funding and brownfield cleanup funding from the California Department of Toxic Substance Control (DTSC) Equitable Community Revitalization Grant (ECRG) funding. The City has been awarded funding through both programs and has used the funds since 2017 for brownfield planning, market studies, assessments, reuse strategies, and cleanup on private and City -owned properties within the City, primarily on properties located within the Downtown Subarea and Railroad Avenue Specific Plan Subarea of the General P lan. Additionally, projects currently undergoing entitlement review process, such as “Harbor View” and “Bay Walk”, propose adaptive reuse within urbanized and brownfield areas, compliant with specific measures as required by DTSC. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 3-P-1.5 Allow urban and suburban development only in
areas where public facilities and infrastructure
(police, fire, parks, water, sewer, storm drainage,
and community facilities) are available or can be
provided.
Implementation ongoing. As part of entitlement review processes, the City ensures new development projects have adequate access to public facilities and infrastructure. Projects that do not have proper supply and/or access, are imposed with Conditions of Approval to provide such improvements at the sole cost of the developer, so as to not impact the City’s General Fund. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-1.6 Ensure that the existing and planned transportation system will have adequate capacity to
accommodate new urban development prior to
project approval.
Implementation going. The City ensures compatibility with transportation improvements and land use improvements collectively. Capacity is analyzed through the entitlement review processes. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Fair-Share Contributions for Facilities and Services Policies 3-P-2.1 Require new development to demonstrate that all necessary infrastructure will be fully funded and
constructed prior to certificates of occupancy
through payment of development impact fees,
funding fair -share of necessary improvements, or
construction of im provements and coordinate with
public service agencies and/or districts as
necessary to confirm adequacy of existing and
planned infrastructure.
Implementation ongoing and complete. The City has historically and currently requires developer payment of impact fees to offset the costs associated with necessary infrastructure related to proposed development projects. These funds are due at varying intervals, consistent with the project’s Conditions of Approval and/or Developer Agreement. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Regional Transportation Planning Policies
3-P-3.1 Work with Contra Costa Transportation Authority and TRANSPLAN (the transportation planning
committee for East County) to develop and
implement Action Plans for three modes (roadways,
Currently being Implemented and ongoing. In February 2021, the City adopted the “Pittsburg Moves Active Transportation Plan” which is a Plan detailing bicyclist and pedestrian safety implementation measures within the City of Pittsburg. Adopted in July 2024, the Local Road Safety Pl an (LRSP) is a comprehensive plan that creates a framework to systematically identify and address safety issues
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation transit, and active transportation), as well as other
plans, programs, and studies to address
transportation and growth management. The current
Action Plan lists goals, Regional Transportation
Objectives (RTOs), and metrics in regard to safety,
climate change, and equity.
prevalent to the City of Pittsburg’s Jurisdiction. The development process for the LRSP included consultation with Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA). Lastly, in October 2024, the City adopted Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Guidelines, which includes efforts to reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), compliant with specific climate change and equity initiatives as prescribed by Senate Bill 743 and CEQA. In establishing the TIA Guidelines, the City formed a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), wh ich included CCTA. As this Policy is further implemented, the City will continue to work alongside CCTA during plan development and plan implementation. 3-P-3.2 Participate in cooperative regional land use and transportation planning efforts by sharing
information about future development in the City
with interested agencies and jurisdictions.
Implementation ongoing. The City refers all new development projects to applicable regional and local transportation agencies for review and comment. This takes place prior to entitlement issuance to ensure any agency -specific requirements are incorporated into project design and development. Local and regional transportation agencies are further notified of public hearings and CEQA filings. These notices are also provided to any agency or person who has requested notification of such notices. This Policy will continue to be implemented as part of implementation. 3-P-3.3 Coordinate circulation system plans with other
jurisdictions’ and agencies’ plans, including but not
limited to Antioch and Concord, the Contra Costa
Transportation Authority, and Caltrans
(Transportation Goal 7-G-3). (formerly Goal 3-G-6)
Implementation ongoing. The City reviews adjacent city’s transportation plans and regional transportation improvements periodically, and as part of project referrals. The City provides comment on such plans as applicable, and has accommodated specific meas ures into the City of Pittsburg’s own transportation planning documents. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 3-P-3.4 Achieve traffic levels of service for roadway
intersections that are based on the roadways’
classification and location shown in Figure 7- 2 and
that adequately serve all users. (Transportation
Goal 7-G-1) (formerly Goal 3-G-8)
Implementation ongoing. Specific traffic mitigation measures have been identified within traffic studies prepared for various developments within the City and for the General Plan. As Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and development mitigation measures are implemented/completed that address Levels of Service (LOS), this Policy will be further achieved.
3-P-3.5 Encourage the provision of new and improved
pedestrian, bicycle and transit facilities to serve all users of new development projects. (formerly Goal
3-G-9)
Implementation ongoing. Where there is a nexus, project -specific Conditions of Approval are added to address pedestrian, bicycle, and transit infrastructure. Further, grants and other funding mechanisms are used to further the development of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), some of which address this type of infrastructure. An example of this is the BART -pedestrian connectivity project that broke ground in 2024. The project is the largest single implementation of the Pittsburg Active Transportation Plan to date and made possible by a CCTA One Bay Area Grant (OBAG) of $3.87 million, a $600,000 Pedestrian, Bicycle and Trail Facilities Grant as well as a $700,000 Safe Routes to BART grant from BART, $58,000 from the Transportation Development Act, $3.22 million from the City's Local Traffic Mitigation Fees, and $540,000 from the City’s Measure J and Measure M funds. The total cost is expected to be approximately $9 million. Pedestrian and bicyclist improvements were completed in 2025, connecting the Delta de Anza Trailway, Railroad Avenue, and California Avenue to the Pittsburg Center BART Station. The project adds more than 1.5 miles of new trails and pathways to Pittsburg and connect s several new developments to public transportation.
3-P-3.6 Work with TRANSPLAN to develop and maintain an
Action Plan that identifies transportation priorities in six key topic areas and establishes Regional
Implementation ongoing. The City works closely with TRANSPLAN on all new development applications and during the development of the City’s 5-year Capital Improvement Program. The City will continue to maintain and regularly update the City’s transportation impact fee mitigation programs, including the fee
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Transportation Objectives (RRTOs) as well as
actions for achieving the RTOs to address each
topic area. The Action Plan shall also include a
process for monitoring and review of impacts that
proposed new developments could have.
schedule, requiring developers to pay the costs necessary to mitigate impacts of their development projects on the local transportation system and facilities identified in the RTOs. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-3.7 Maintain development mitigation programs to
ensure that new growth is paying its fair -share of
costs for local and regional transportation facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The cities of Antioch, Brentwood, Pittsburg, and Oakley together with the county of Contra Costa, entered into an agreement pursuant to California Government Code Section 6500 et seq., entitled “East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement” (the “agreement”), which provides for the creation of a separate joint powers agency (“ECCRFFA”), to assist in the establishment of a uniform regional development fee program and the funding and impleme ntation of transportation improvement projects in the east county area. The four Cities listed above, and the C ounty are the “member agencies” of ECCRFFA. Further, the Local Traffic Mitigation Fund (LTMF) is established to implement the goals of the circulation element of the City’s General Plan and, more specifically, the transportation improvements contained in the C apital Improvement Program, and to mitigate the transportation impacts caused by new development in the City, certain public road improvements must be or had to be constructed. The C ity Council has determined that a transportation mitigation fee is needed to finance these public improvements and to pay for new development’s fair share of the construction costs of these improvements. Such funding mechanisms are in place to ensure that new developments pay their fair share in terms of transportation improvements.
3-P-3.8 Apply the Contra Costa Transportation Authority’s travel demand model and technical procedures to
the analysis of General Plan amendments and
development projects that exceed thresholds
specified by CCTA for their effect on the regional
transportation syst
em, including the Action Plan
RTOs.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently maintains CCTA’s travel demand model by providing information on proposed improvements to the transportation system, planned and approved development, and long-range plans related to ABAG’s projections for households and jobs. Further, as part of development review, the City requires the preparation of traffic impact studies for all development projects expected to generate more than 100 net new peak hour vehicle trips. This Policy will continue to be implemented as new projects are filed applicable to this Policy. 3-P-3.9 Ensure that all Regional Routes of Significance, as designated by CCTA and TRANSPLAN, within the
City maintain the following traffic levels of service
(LOS) standards (applicable to non-freeway routes
and routes not subject to a Traffic Management
Program):
• LOS and D (peak hour volume to capacity
ratio less than or equal to 0.85) at
intersections along major arterials, except
for intersections along Bailey Road;
• LOS high E (peak hour volume to capacity
ratio less than or equal to 0.99) at
Implementation ongoing. As applications are filed applicable to Regional Routes of Significance, this Policy will be reviewed and analyzed for impacts to established Level of Service (LOS) standards in the area.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation intersections along Bailey Road between
West Leland Road and State Route 4; and
• LOS mid E (peak hour volume to capacity
ratio less than or equal to 0.95) at
intersections on Kirker Pass Road.
(Transportation Policy 7-P-6)
3-P-3.10 Ensure that traffic studies prepared for development projects include an analysis of the impacts of
project-related traffic and roadway improvements on
pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users.
Implementation ongoing. Consistent with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), traffic studies are prepared for development projects within the City of Pittsburg. Such traffic projects include analysis of the impacts of project-related traffic and roadway improvements on pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-3.11 Approve proposed development projects expected to generate over 100 peak -hour trips ONLY if
Findings of Consistency with adopted traffic levels
of service standards are found. Findings of
Consistency may be made only if a traffic impact
analysis shows that the development project is
consistent with adopted Action Plans and will not
result in violation of adopted LOS standards for
Basic Routes, unless:
• Projects included in the City’s five-year
Capital Improvement Program will result in
attainment of adopted LOS standards; or
• Findings of Special Circumstances,
including appropriate mitigation measures,
have been adopted by the City and CCTA.
Implementation ongoing. The City does not approve proposed development projects that are expected to generate over 100 peak -hour trips if Findings of Consistency with adopted traffic levels of service (LOS) standards are not found. These items are required in order to approve such a project. Otherwise, this type of project requires review by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) . As part of the project’s transportation analysis, specific mitigation measures to reduce the project’s LOS may be included. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-3.12 Prepare, adopt and implement a Transportation
Systems Management ordinance or resolution,
consistent with the CCTA model TSM ordinance,
with the purpose of ensuring attainment of RTOs
and implementing the Action Plans.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg adopted Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines, consistent with the CCTA model, and will look to further implement this Policy in future Ordinance or Resolution adoptions.
3-P-3.13 Preserve options for future transit use when
designing improvements for roadways. Ensure that
developers provide bus turnouts and/or shelters,
where appropriate, as part of projects.
(Transportation Policy 7-P-29)
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently reviews this Policy as part of development applications and will continue to do so. The City’s Public Works department pursues such transportation improvements as part of work completed pursuant to the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-3.14 As part of development approval, ensure that safe and contiguous routes for pedestrians and bicyclists
Implementation ongoing. This Policy is a current practice during development approval. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation are provided within new development projects and
on any roadways that are impacted as a result of
new development. (Transportation Policy 7-P-34)
Housing Option Policies
3-P-4.1 Encourage residential and mixed use development within the Urban Limit Line to meet regional fair
share housing goals by focusing residential and
mixed use development on sites that have been
designated within Priority Development Areas
(PDAs) under the Me tropolitan Transportation
Commission and Association of Bay Area
Governments (MTC/ABAG) FOCUS Program.
Assist nonprofit and for profit developers to obtain
grants and other capital improvement funds offered
to PDAs to develop and improve those infill sites .
(Housing Element Program 13-P-1.1 E)
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg does not propose any development beyond the Urban Limit Line, as approved by voters in November 2011. The City of Pittsburg’s General Plan designated the Priority Development Area (PDA) sites , identified in the FOCUS Program, as Very High Density Residential, which also allows for mixed-use development. As part of the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Update, these parcels will also be rezoned to “Very High Density Residential” to ensure consistency, and to further encourage dense development to satisfy goas of MTC, ABAG, and the City’s RHNA. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
3-P-4.2 Comply with California Government Code Section
65400(b) requiring preparation of an annual report
summarizing the City’s progress in implementing the
General Plan, and submit copies of the report to the
Contra Costa Transportation Authority periodically
as part of the Authority’s Growth Management Plan
Compliance Checklist.
Implementation ongoing. This document is part of the annual report summarizing the City’s progress in implementing the General Plan. It will be submitted as part of the reporting package to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI), St ate Housing and Community Development Department (HCD), and Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA). This Policy will be implemented on an annual basis.
Urban Design Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 4-P-1.1 Establish gateway and landmark features at key
entries and focal points in the City, ensuring that
gateways and landmarks incorporate urban design
principles and contribute to the City’s identity.
Important gateways include: State Route 4, Railroad
Avenue/Kirker Pass Road and Nortonville Road,
Willow Pass Road, West Leland Road, Pittsburg-
Antioch Highway, and Buchanan Road.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Economic Development Division recently completed a rebranding initiative. Rebranded features include items such as City logos, wayfinding signage, and design of monument signs. Consistent with this, t he City ’s Public Works Department’s Capital Improvement Program Project 1755 addresses gateway and landmark features. Project 1755 includes construction of City entryway signage at various locations around the perimeter of the City, as well as at highly-utilized freeway off-ramps. Potential locations include but are not limited to: 1) Eastbound State Route (SR) 4, between Willow Pass Road and San Marco Blvd.; 2) Westbound Railroad Ave./Harbor Street off-ramp; Century Blvd.; Kirker Pass Road at C ity limits; and 5) Eastbound Loveridge Road off - ramp. The project is currently in the preliminary phase but has been identified as an essential project, with an estimated completion year of 2027 or 2028. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 4-P-1.2 Encourage and support high -quality design that evokes Pittsburg’s history and unique character
through ensuring standards and guidelines for
residential, commercial, industrial, mixed use, civic,
and other uses incorporate features and materials
consistent with Pittsburg’s history and character.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has partnered with local artists to paint utility boxes and murals on expansive wall areas throughout the City. Such designs are reviewed by the City to ensure consistency with surrounding development and compatibility with City of Pittsburg’s historical attributes.
Further, in 2024, the City completed the “Reviving the Heart of Pittsburg Pride” project (CIP Project 3019), which implemented architectural and landscape features to further the City’s placemaking, namely along the Railroad Avenue Corridor. The City continues to implement this Policy as a priority for new developments.
4-P-1.3 Enhance key corridors in the City, with distinctive streetscape design, including street trees,
sidewalks, street furniture, landscaping, fencing,
and parking, to contribute to high -quality, unified
design throughout Pittsburg. Key corridors,
including dis tinct subsections of each corridor,
include:
• Railroad Avenue: 1) BNSF Railroad
Overpass to State Route 4 and 2) State
Route 4 to Buchanan Road
• Willow Pass Road: 1) Beacon Street to
Range Road and 2) Range Road to Bay
Point
• Leland Road: 1) Century Boulevard to
Railroad Avenue, 2) Railroad Avenue to
Pittsburg/Bay Point BART Station, and 3)
Pittsburg/Bay Point BART Station to west
of San Marco Boulevard
• State Route 4
• Buchanan Road
• Harbor Street
• Parkside Road
• East/West 8th Street
• East 3rd Street
• Pittsburg/Antioch Highway
• Bailey Road
• West Avila Road
• San Marco Boulevard
Implementation ongoing. The City is currently working on an Urban Forest Management Plan to better install, maintain, and keep track of the City’s treescape. Further, as improvements are completed along these corridors, associated landscaping is either enhanced or replaced as necessary. Additionally, as developments take place along these corridors, special attention has been given, and will continue to be given to ensure that street trees, sidewalks, street furniture, landscaping, fencing, and parking facilities are enhanced and upgraded as necessary. An example of an ongoing project that will enhance the streetscape within the City is the Discovery Dream Courts development, and the Pittsburg Premier Fields.
Once construction is complete, the corridor along West Leland Road will be transformed to further aid in visualizing the City as a place of beauty and openness. Specific Conditions of Approval or Development Agreement terms are required of developments to also ensure this Policy is implemented, such as the Highway 4 Beatification requirement of the Alves Ranch development (requiring landscaping installation along the sound wall between the residential development and State R oute 4). The Shoppes at San Marco development application is also adhering to this Policy with the installation of landscaping and associated pedestrian facilities as the commercial development progresses in West Pittsburg. 4-P-1.4 Seek methods to improve the visual character and design of Pittsburg, including establishing design
standards for gateways, key corridors, residential
uses, and non -residential uses, promoting high -
Implementation ongoing. City staff completed a branding initiative to ensure consistency across all City signage to further establish the City as a sense of place and to further draw in tourism. Consistent with this, the City’s Public Works Department’s Capital Improvement Program Project 1755 addresses gateway and landmark features. Project 1755 includes constru ction of City entryway signage at various
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Urban Design Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation quality redevelopment and reuse projects, and
addressing features that may adversely affect views
of gateways, ridgelines, open space, and other
identified visual resources.
locations around the perimeter of the City, as well as at highly -utilized freeway off -ramps. Potential locations include but are not limited to: 1) Eastbound State Route (SR) 4, between Willow Pass Road and San Marco Blvd.; 2) Westbound Railroad Ave./Harbor Street off -ramp; Century Blvd.; Kirker Pass Road at City limits; and 5) Eastbound Loveridge Road off-ramp. The project is currently in the preliminary phase but has been identified as an essential project, with an estimated completion year of 2027 or 2028.
Further, to improve the design esthetics of new development and redevelopment projects in the City of Pittsburg, the City anticipates updating the Development Review Design Guidelines (DRDG) in 2026.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
4-P-2.1 Encourage development that preserves unique
natural features, such as topography, rock
outcroppings, mature trees, creeks, and designated
major and minor ridgelines in in the design of hillside neighborhoods.
Implementation ongoing. As Conditions of Approval and Mitigation Measures are drafted for project - specific developments, the City will encourage development that preserves unique natural features, especially in areas designated in major and minor ridgelines. Additionally, the City currently requires mature trees to be incorporated into new developments wherever possible. In the case where such mature trees must be removed, the City has extensive replacement measures, including the planting of mature trees. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 4-P-2.2 In areas not addressed under Policy 4 -P-2.1,
encourage development that preserves unique
natural features, such as topography, rock
outcroppings, mature trees, creeks, designated
major and minor ridgelines, and views of such areas
(as delineated in Figure 4-1) in new development as
well as redeveloped sites.
Implementation ongoing. As Conditions of Approval and Mitigation Measures are drafted for project - specific developments, the City will encourage development that preserves unique natural features. This Policy will continue to be implemented in both new development and redeveloped sites. 4-P-2.3 Preserve significant visual resources that include skyline ridges, intermediate ridges, hilltops, and rock outcroppings, creeks, lakes, and open space areas
in a natural state, to the extent possible (see also
Downtown Policy 5-P- 3.1 and Resource
Conservation and Open Space Policy 9-P-5.4).
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Planning Division reviews all new development applications for project specific impacts, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. Aesthetics and viewsheds are analyzed as part of this review proc ess, as well as natural resources. As part of Mitigation Measures prescribed to development applications, preservation measures are incorporated to ensure, to the greatest extent feasible, that significant visual resources (ridges, hilltops, rock outcroppings, creeks, lakes, and open space) are preserved. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 4-P-2.4 Retain views of major and minor ridgelines within the southern hills, as designated in Figure 4-1.
Implementation ongoing. Viewsheds of the major and minor ridgelines within the southern hills will continue to be maintained. As part of the Southwest Hills / Faria development project, a Master Plan was developed, specifying that viewsheds shall be reviewed during subsequent submittals. Specifically, “a viewshed analysis shall be required in conjunction with any request for development to ensure impacts from nearby public vantage points, as well as neighboring properties, are minimized to the maximum extent practicable.” This Policy will continue to be implemented. 4-P-2.5 Ensure that hillside development enhances the built environment, improves safety through slope
stabilization, is respectful of topography and other
natural constraints, and preserves ridgelines and
viewsheds.
Implementation ongoing. All new developments are subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). During CEQA review, impacts to natural topography, natural constraints, viewsheds, and major or minor ridgelines are analyzed. Mitigation measures are incorporated to facilitate minimized or avoidance of impact. This Policy will continue to be reviewed as part of such CEQA reviews and during the development of project specific mitigation measures and/or Conditions of Approval.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 4-P-2.6 Ensure that hillside lands not environmentally
suitable for development are maintained as open
space.
Implementation pending and ongoing. Projects that are currently entitled along the southern boundary of the City include Montreux, Sky Ranch II, Tuscany Meadows, San Marco, and Faria. All entitled projects have been analyzed through the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), of which aesthetics, such as hillside preservation, are addressed. Mitigation measures identified through CEQA are required to be implemented, such as increased setback(s) from specified hillsides or ridgelines, so as to not impac t habitat and/or scenic viewshed. Further, at time of Improvement Plan submittal for any entitled project, hillside preservation will be reviewed for compliance with any project -specific Condition of Approval or Mitigation Measure. CEQA analysis would be required of any future-submitted application, and if deemed appropriate, similar mitigation measures may be incorporated. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
4-P-2.7 Require new development to minimize impacts to, and avoid obstructing views of and from, significant
visual resources including major and minor
ridgelines through creative site planning, integration
of natural features into the project, appropriate
scale, materials, and design to complement the
surrounding natural landscape, and clustering of
development (see also Downtown Policy 9-P-3.2
and Resource Conservation and Open Space Policy
9-P-5.5).
Implementation ongoing. All new developments are subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). During CEQA review, impacts to major or minor ridgelines are analyzed. Mitigation measures are incorporated to facilitate minimized or avoidance of impact. This Policy will continue to be reviewed as part of such CEQA reviews and during the development of project specific mitigation measures and/or Conditions of Approval.
4-P-2.8 As part of the development review process, require design review of proposed hillside development.
Encourage:
• Hillside development that is clustered in
small valleys and behind minor ridgelines,
to preserve more prominent view of the
southern hills.
Implementation pending and ongoing. Projects that are currently entitled along the southern boundary of the City include Montreux, Sky Ranch II, Tuscany Meadows, San Marco, and Faria. All entitled projects have been analyzed through the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), of which aesthetics, such as hillside preservation, are addressed. Mitigation measures identified through CEQA are required to be implemented, such as increased setback(s) from specified hillsides or ridgelines, so as to not impac t habitat and/or scenic viewshed. Further, at time of Improvement Plan submittal for any entitled project, hillside preservation will be reviewed for compliance with any project -specific Condition of Approval or Mitigation Measure. CEQA analysis would be required of any future-submitted application, and if deemed appropriate, similar mitigation measures may be incorporated. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
4-P-2.9 Hillside streets that are designed to allow open views by limiting the building of structures or planting of tall trees along the southern edge or terminus of
streets.
Implementation ongoing. Hillside streets are generally landscaped with vegetation and trees that are smaller in size, so as to not block hillside views. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 4-P-2.10 Use revegetation as an erosion control measure to maintain the natural character of a hillside; utilize
hydro-
seed, silt traps, and other engineering
solutions where erosion potential exists during
development.
Implementation ongoing. The City requires new and redeveloped areas to implement low impact development to conserve natural features and limit land disturbance. Low impact development design features also assists to manage stormwater runoff by minimizing the impacts of impervious surface, preventing downstream erosion, and reducing stormwater runoff pollution. This Policy/Measure will continue to be required by development.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 4-P-3.1 Support development of diverse and distinctive
neighborhoods that utilizes design that creates
diversity rather than homogeneity through distinctive
architectural features to build on the patterns of the
natural landscape and provide a sense of identity to
distinctive neighborhoods and connection with
surrounding uses.
• Incorporate pedestrian-oriented mixed-use
areas as focal points of new
neighborhoods, and adjacent to key
transportation centers.
• Protect the urban forms of four distinctive
neighborhoods: 1) Central Addition, 2)
Pittsburg Heights, 3) Buchanan, and 4)
Oak Hills.
Implementation pending. At time of development entitlements for future developments, this Policy will be revisited for inclusion of project -specific Conditions of Approval. This implementation would ensure diversity in product mixes that complement the existing surrounding environment(s). This Policy will also be further implemented with regard to the preservation of the four distinctive neighborhoods identified herein.
4-P-3.2 Encourage revitalization and enhancement of
existing underperforming commercial areas through
facilitation of private investment and site planning.
Implementation pending. This Policy is heavily dependent on private property owners of Commercially zoned land in the City. The City has initiated conversations with the commercial landowners, consistent with the Citywide Priorities and Goals for the Fiscal Year. The City has also provided preliminary site planning for the revitalization and enhancement efforts of such existing, underperforming commercial areas. Provided this, there has not yet been implementation, though this Policy is a priority of t he City moving forward.
4-P-3.3 Require developers to implement urban design best practices when creating an attractive, walkable
corridor that features a variety of land uses.
• Design or retrofit and enhance public
streets to strengthen neighborhood
aesthetics, advance connectivity, improve
walkability and bicycling, and integrate
transit.
I. Ensure that neighborhood streets
provide safe and attractive connections
to local schools, parks, commercial
centers, and transit facilities for
pedestrians and bicycles.
II. Provide a highly vitalized urban
pedestrian environment through the
establishment of pedestrian amenities.
III. Incorporate trails through open space
areas between clustered development
Implementation ongoing. This Policy has been implemented in previous developments, and will continue to be implemented in future development applications requesting entitlements for new commercial, mixed use, or residential development.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation to provide connections to employment,
shopping, and recreation centers within
the City’s flatlands.
IV. Ensure the provision of public transit
and pedestrian amenities within the
City’s mixed-use areas.
4-P-3.4 Prioritize complete streets in all mixed use areas and neighborhoods that promote alternative
transportation modes (i.e., walking, bicycling,
transit) and connectivity to provide a safe, attractive, and viable mix of commercial and residential
activities within an environment.
Implementation ongoing. The City has previously strived to create complete streets in all neighborhoods and commercial corridors in the City. In all future development applications, the City will continue to achieve complete streets implementation. This it em is also addressed within the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which identifies projects to improve all modes of transportation. As such, the City will continue to implement this Policy.
4-P-3.5 Encourage revitalization and enhancement of
existing underperforming commercial areas through
facilitation of private investment and site planning.
Implementation pending. This Policy is heavily dependent on private property owners of Commercially zoned land in the City. The City has initiated conversations with the commercial landowners, consistent with the Citywide Priorities and Goals for the Fiscal Year. The City has also provided preliminary site planning for the revitalization and enhancement efforts of such existing, underperforming commercial areas. Provided this, there has not yet been implementation, though this Policy is a priority of the Ci ty moving forward.
4-P-3.6 Require developers to implement urban design best practices when creating an attractive, walkable
corridor that features a variety of land uses.
• Provide a highly vitalized urban pedestrian
environment through the establishment of
pedestrian amenities.
• Design or retrofit and enhance public
streets to strengthen neighborhood
aesthetics, advance connectivity, improve
walkability and bicycling, and integrate
transit.
• Require new developments to provide an
integrated, safe, and attractive pattern of
streets and pedestrian/bicycle paths and
amenities that create a welcoming
bicycle/pedestrian and include
connections to the existing and planned
off-site circulation system , including
connections to local schools, parks,
greenways, commercial and employment
Implementation ongoing. The City will reference this Policy, as applicable, to be used as a Condition of Approval for future incoming development applications requesting entitlements that include residential, mixed-use, or commercial development within the areas specified by the Policy.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation centers, transit facilities, and the Delta De
Anza Trail.
• Incorporate trails through open space
areas between clustered development to
provide connections to employment,
shopping, and recreation centers within the
City’s flatlands.
• Ensure the provision of community spaces
(e.g., plazas, greens, and public areas),
pedestrian amenities, and public transit
access within the City’s mixed-use areas.
4-P-4.1 Design landscape to enhance structures,
neighborhoods, and to create and define public and
private spaces
Implementation ongoing. The City installs landscaping within City Right of Way (ROW) and City -owned property to create and define public space. This Policy will further be implemented in future development applications that include the installation of landscaping. 4-P-4.2 Use open space and landscape to define and link neighborhoods and community areas.
Implementation ongoing. Existing facilities, such as the 8 th Street Linear Park, and public parklettes currently define and link neighborhoods and community areas. This Policy will further be implemented in future development applications that include the installation of landscaping. 4-P-4.3 Support the incorporation of landscaping and
vegetation, with preferences for linear parks and
median improvements, along roadways to provide a
sense of open space.
Implementation ongoing. Existing facilities, such as the 8 th Street Linear Park is one example of this initiative. Additional improvements will be incorporated as medians are enhanced and as space is made available for uses such as linear parks. This Policy will continue to be implemented as part of future Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) and as part of private development entitlements. 4-P-4.4 Limit plant palette to select native trees or
identifiable non-native species.
Implementation ongoing. The City’s Planning Division is responsible for reviewing landscape plan sets submitted as part of development applications. The City reviews the landscape plan sets to ensure that there is a mixture of deciduous and evergreen plantings, as well as a preference towards California- native species to guarantee success and livelihood of the landscaping once installed. California-native plantings, specifically East Bay Area-native plantings are most familiar with the climate and weather patterns of the City. Further, the City’s Public Works Department has developed a Master Plant List, verified by specialists, to ensure compatibility of plant species with the soil and weather of the area proposed for installation. The City will continue to implement this Policy in future landscaping developments and improvements.
4-P-4.5 Improve highway landscaping and retain significant views.
Implementation ongoing. For developments such as San Marco and Alves Ranch II, State Route 4 beautification was required as part of the Conditions of Approval and/or Development Agreement(s).
Implementation of this policy for future developments along Stat e Route 4 would be required to do the same.
4-P-4.6 Encourage existing residential areas to improve landscaping and fencing along existing fenced
areas.
Implementation ongoing. This is reviewed by the City’s Code Enforcement Division. Courtesy reminders are sent to those in noncompliance. The City is also considering implementing assistance opportunities to further compliance with the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO).
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Community Center and Destination Policies
5-P-1.1 Emphasize Downtown, including Old Town, as
Pittsburg’s historic center, providing an identity and
a sense of place for the entire city by establishing a
focused revitalization strategy that integrates the
initiatives of the Economic Development Strategy.
Implementation ongoing. The City is in the process of revitalizing the Downtown Subarea of the General Plan in an effort to integrate the initiatives of the Economic Development Strategy, including incentivizing new businesses, providing grants for façade upgrades, creating a sense of “place”, and going through an overall overhaul of the City’s prior branding initiatives. The C ity is heavily dependent on public participation throughout this implementation process in order to ensure that Pittsburg’s future growth and improvements are representative of the community.
5-P-1.2 Encourage mixed -use developments within the
commercial core by providing incentives for
residential units, such as live -work spaces or
housing on upper stories.
Implementation pending. The City is in the process of updating Title 18 (Zoning) of the Municipal Code to include a “Live- Work” use classification, anticipated for adoption in 2026. While no live-work units currently exist in the City (one housing unit with one attached workspace for housing unit), the City does have multiple mixed-use buildings. Additionally, there are a few pending development proposals include live-work components within close proximity to the commercial core. The use classification update to the Pittsburg Municipal Code will support mixed-use development within the commercial core by facilitating residential uses, such as upper-story housing and live-work spaces. This Policy will be implemented as zoning updates are adopted and new development applications are reviewed. 5-P-1.3 Pursue the development and promotion of cultural activities and facilities, such as museums, meeting
halls, community theatres, public art galleries and
shows in the commercial core.
Implementation is ongoing. Pittsburg supports cultural activities and facilities within the Downtown commercial core, including the Pittsburg Historical Museum, the California Theatre, and the Marina Community Center, which serve as key venues for cultural events, performances, and community gatherings (meetings, workshops, etc.). The City will continue to promote and expand opportunities for cultural uses, including museums, theatres, galleries, and public art, as new development and programming opportunities arise.
5-P-1.4 Encourage a critical mass of community- and visitor- oriented retail businesses, such as theaters,
museums, gift shops, and galleries, as well as
neighborhood retail and personal services.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg promotes a critical mass of community- and visitor-oriented retail and service uses within the Downtown commercial core through the CP (Pedestrian Commercial) Zoning District, adopted in 2006. This District pri oritizes pedestrian -serving uses at the ground floor, supporting businesses such as theaters, museums, retail shops, and personal services. The City will continue to implement this policy as new businesses locate within the Downtown area, reinforcing a vibrant and active commercial environment.
5-P-1.5 Allow and encourage outdoor seating, parklets, and services adjacent to restaurants and other
food/beverage sales.
Implementation ongoing. Adopted in September 2005, the City has been working to implement specific criteria for Old Town Pittsburg through the “Old Town Pittsburg Design Guidelines and Principles”. This includes design criteria for outdoor seating and designs of public open space. Further, City staff is working with a consulting team and members of the community to further update these Design Guidelines and Principles through the Pedestrian Commercial Revitalization Initiatives. Community meetings and charettes took place in 2024 with findings and outcomes of such initiatives pending. Design Guidelines are anticipated for adoption alongside the Pittsburg Municipal Code Update (Zoning) or shortly thereafter. 5-P-1.6 Provide a variety of recreational facilities to serve visitors to the Downtown, Old Town, and residents
of surrounding neighborhoods.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg provides a variety of recreational facilities within the Downtown and waterfront areas. The Pittsburg Marina serves as a key destination for fishing, boating, and kayaking, with access to the San Francisco Bay Area Water Trail. Additional amenities include Riverview Park, John Buckley Square in Old Town, and the waterfront promenade, which support community gatherings, events, as well as active and passive recreation. The Marina Community Center and California Theatre further contribute to recreational and cultural programming in the area.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation
Planned improvements identified in the City’s 5- year Capital Improvement Program (CIP), include enhancements to Central Harbor Park and Boat Launch Facilities (CIP Project No. 3704), Riverview Park Fishing Pier (CIP Project No. 3022) and expanded waterfront access. These projects will continue to strengthen recreational opportunities in the Downtown Subarea of the General Plan. The City will continue to implement this policy through ongoing investments, future funding opportunities, programming, and future development.
5-P-1.7 Encourage redevelopment of the Johns Manville
property and allow existing Industrial uses to
operate until redevelopment occurs (including
rebuild, if damaged or destroyed).
Pending implementation. The Johns Manville property is no longer used for industrial purposes, and prior industrial structures have been removed. The parcel has been rezoned to Medium Density Residential and Pedestrian Commercial, with General Plan land us e designations of Downtown Medium Density Residential and Downtown Mixed Use. The City was processing a development proposal for the site, known as the “Harbor View” project. The project applicant initially proposed residential and live-work components, but it is currently undergoing revisions. If redevelopment proceeds, this policy will be implemented by facilitating transition of the site to productive residential and mixed-use development consistent with the General Plan. The provision allowing continued industrial operations as specified in the Policy is no longer applicable given existing conditions. 5-P-1.8 Concentrate Downtown commercial activity—which
includes specialty retail, professional offices,
personal services, entertainment and other uses -
along the Railroad Avenue corridor.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg concentrates Downtown commercial activity along the Railroad Avenue corridor through the CP (Pedestrian Commercial) Zoning District. Adopted in 2006, the CP District prioritizes pedestrian-serving commercial activity uses at the ground floor, including specialty retail, personal services, and entertainment uses. The City Council and Planning Commission review proposed uses in Old Town through established findings and approve Use Permits for businesses that are compatible with the area’s vision and economic vitality goals. The City is also evaluating updates to streamline permitting while maintaining these standards, further strengthening the Downtown commercial core.
5-P-1.9 Continue the preservation, rehabilitation, and reuse of historically significant structures within the Old
Town.
Implementation ongoing. Pittsburg continues the preservation, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse of historically significant structures in Old Town through consultation with historic preservation professionals and application of design review standards. These efforts guide appropriate reuse, façade improvements, and building modifications while maintaining historic character. This policy will continue to be implemented as redevelopment and improvement projects are proposed within the Downtown Subarea. 5-P-1.10 Require new construction and remodeling
throughout Downtown (including the New York
Landing Historical District as shown in Figure 5-2) to
be reviewed for design compatibility by the Planning
Commission.
Implemented. New construction and remodeling throughout the City requires development applications that are reviewed by the Planning Commission. Design Review is an application type that is directly sent to the Planning Commission for consideration. Admini strative Design Review is an application type that is noticed to the Planning Commission, of which the Commission or City Planner may opt to require a Public Meeting be conducted for the review’s consideration. 5-P-1.11 Pursue acquisition of the Railroad Avenue terminus by transferring existing private recreation facilities
due east of the adjacent Medium Density
Residential neighborhood.
Not yet implemented. The City of Pittsburg has engaged in discussions with the private property owner regarding potential acquisition of the Railroad Avenue terminus. At this time, no acquisition plan has been established. This policy will be implemented i f and when a formal opportunity for transfer or acquisition arises.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 5-P-1.12 Ensure that transitional buffer areas —such as landscaped berms, parking lots, and storage
areas—are placed between new residential units
and the BNSF railroad tracks along the southern
edge of the West Tenth Street Neighborhoods
during development review.
Implemented. Residential neighborhoods along West Tenth Street have been constructed with open space and landscaping providing a buffer between the BNSF railroad tracks and homes. While this area meets the policy’s intent, the requirement for transitional buffers applies to other areas of the City where residential and railroad or other incompatible uses may be adjacent. This Policy will continue to be applied as part of future development review, where applicable. 5-P-1.13 Support the continued maintenance of redeveloped neighborhoods within Downtown.
Implementation ongoing. Pittsburg supports continued maintenance of redeveloped Downtown neighborhoods through active enforcement by the Code Enforcement Division to ensure properties remain orderly and well-kept. Public Works staff also maintain roadways, sidewalks, and landscaping on City-owned properties and landscaped planters within the Downtown Subarea, reinforcing a clean, attractive, and well-maintained environment.
Gateways, Streetscapes, and Beautification Policies
5-P-2.1 Establish consistent Downtown wayfinding signage, to create a unified theme throughout Downtown, and
include gateway signs at key entries to the
Downtown.
Implementation complete and ongoing. In 2024, the City initiated a City -wide Wayfinding Signage Program to better facilitate pedestrian traffic to key areas in the City, including the Pittsburg Marina, the Marina Community Center, and Old Town (among other destinations not within the Downtown Subarea of the General Plan). The wayfinding signage has since been installed at key entries to the City, to Downtown, and in highly trafficked areas of the City.
Notwithstanding this, the City’s Public Works department and Economic Development Division are working towards a City -wide rebranding initiative. Once this rebranding is officially adopted, the wayfinding signage temporarily placed during the 2024 initiati ve, will be replaced with permanent (CIP No. 1755), consistent, identifiable City-wide wayfinding signage, including in the Downtown Subarea. 5-P-2.2 Continue streetscape beautification efforts within the Downtown, focusing on improving the visual
connection between the Commercial Core and the
waterfront and ensuring pedestrian-oriented streets
provide convenient access between the Commercial
Core, wate rfront, and other destinations in the
Downtown and the adjacent residential
neighborhoods.
Implementation complete and ongoing. The Railroad Avenue Beautification Project, which included the construction of an Old Town Gateway sign, 6-foot tall “Pittsburg” lettering, new landscape and hardscape improvements along Railroad Avenue was funded by a nearly $2.9 million grant from the Caltrans Clean California Local Grant Program, and a $413,000 contribution from the City’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The City plans to continue this initiative to further beautify other corridors in the City and in the Downtown area specifically. Such improvements aid in drawing pedestrian activity and tourism of which further benefits the City’s Economic Development objectives. 5-P-2.3 Work with developers to clear and maintain
Downtown’s unique views of the waterfront,
southern hills, and community plazas (see also Land
Use Policy 9-P-2.5).
Implementation ongoing. The last vacant parcel with waterfront access in the Downtown Subarea is privately owned. As part of any future development entitlement review, the City will encourage, and may require through Conditions of Approval or Development Agreement, public access to preserve views and access to the waterfront. This access to the waterfront may also be established alongside a community plaza. Alternatively, the City may instead explore potential land acquisition opportunities to support this policy and maintain Downtown’s unique visual character. 5-P-2.4 Encourage the repetition of key historical
architectural features —such as windows and
displays, cornice details, and roofline/pitch
Implementation ongoing. This Policy has been implemented during previous Design Review and Administrative Design Review applications, and will continue to be followed for future development
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation elements—in the redevelopment of commercial
structures in Downtown.
applications. These features are also specifically defined and required within the adopted Old Town Pittsburg Design Guidelines and Principles (September 2005).
Waterfront Destination Policies
5-P-3.1 Encourage and support increased and continued
access to the Suisun Bay/New York Slough
waterfront.
Implementation ongoing. The Pittsburg Marina is a destination point for community members and visitors alike, especially those engaged in fishing, boating, and kayaking. With two launch sites along the San Francisco Bay Area Water Trail, access to the Suisun Bay and surrounding waterways has never been easier. Projects identified in the City’s 5-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) identify further improvements to create and enhance existing public access to the waterfront.
Grid Street Network Policies
5-P-4.1 Require that the grid street network and pedestrian connections are maintained during redevelopment
of the West Tenth Street Neighborhoods.
Implementation pending. There is no current redevelopment of the West Tenth Street Neighborhoods proposed or pending at this time. In the future, if such action is proposed, this Policy will be implemented and the grid street network and pedestrian connections will be maintained and preserved. 5-P-4.2 Ensure that new Downtown residential projects
preserve and continue the traditional grid street
network.
Implementation ongoing. There is one pending Downtown residential development project, Harbor View.
It proposes a grid-street network. As the Downtown subarea is further developed, this Policy will be implemented to ensure a traditional grid street network is established.
Vehicular and Non-Vehicular Parking Policies
5-P-5.1 Provide public parking lots within Downtown, and limit private, single -user parking areas while
ensuring the provision of off -street parking facilities in periphery Downtown areas to encourage
pedestrian movement.
Implementation ongoing. The public parking lots within Downtown are City -owned. Single-user parking areas are limited to privately owned residential properties, including the property owner’s driveway and garage. There is on-street parking available in the Downtown area. As part of this Policy’s further implementation, staff will ensure the provision of off-street parking facilities in periphery Downtown areas are established to encourage pedestrian movement though the commercial corridor(s).
Economic Development Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Fiscal Sustainability Policies
6-P-1.1 Ensure that the City’s Economic Development
Strategic Plan economic development goals, and
vision and implementation program are aligned and
coordinated with the General Plan goals, policies,
and programs and land use map.
Implementation complete. The established Economic Development Strategic Plan was adopted prior to the adoption of the 2040 General Plan. As such, key elements of the Economic Development Strategic Plan were included within the General Plan, to further ensure consistency and to establish action items for implementation. This Policy has been implemented, but will also continue to be implemented with any future update to the Economic Development Strategic Plan , as the Economic Development Strategic Plan guides economic development activities within the City for the next several years (GP 2040 will be implemented for the next 15 years).
6-P-1.2 Pursue strategies that support the attraction and retention of diverse industries, a diverse workforce,
and a diversity of municipal revenue sources.
Implementation ongoing. Consistent with the Economic Development Strategic Plan, the City offers one- on-one meetings with existing businesses to identify and address issues that affect business operations.
The City also developed a webpage that automatically updates and tracks available industrial and commercial properties for sale and lease within the City. The City aids in identifying assistance programs
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation and resources that allow for existing small businesses and startups to grow. Further, the City is working to build the City’s reputation as a regional destination to further business attraction. In doing so, the City aims to increase public art, offer grant incentives for building improvements, and provides support in filling in vacant storefronts. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-1.3 Achieve and maintain a balance of land uses within the City that assures residential development is
complemented by expanded local employment
opportunities, retail and commercial services, and
recreation and entertainment venues; and that the
City-wide mix of land uses provides a balanced
variety of housing and business types and balances
uses that produce revenues and those that require
public expenditures.
Implementation ongoing. The establishment of live-work spaces in future developments will further aid in implementing this Policy. Currently, there is a balance of commercial and residential zoned properties.
The residentially zoned properties currently offer a mixture of residential housing types, including single unit detached, single unit attached, multi-unit developments, among other housing types. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-1.4 Ensure that the City’s revenue and fiscal base is not overly dependent on any one type of land use,
development, or revenue source.
Implementation ongoing. The revenue and fiscal base varies from time to time, but is not overly dependent on any one type of land use, development, or revenue source. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-1.5 Maintain competitive rates and fees for City services and resources that reflect the cost to the City but do
not inhibit desired growth and do not result in
inequitable access to City services and facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City is preparing to undergo a Citywide Fee Study to analyze the cost of development, including Planning Application and Building Permit fees, to ensure current fee assessments are consistent with the surrounding area, to affirm that the fee assessments are financially sustainable for the City, and to ensure that the fee assessments meet the needs of the community. Further, the fee study’s findings may identify areas for cost recovery, equity, public transparency, and/or budget planning.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-1.6 Maximize the City’s public financing tools and
consider opportunities for enhancement in order to
fund the various economic development initiatives
outlined in this Element. This could include ensuring
sufficient construction workforce community
benefits a re secured from any sale or lease of
publicly-owned land for development purposes.
Implementation ongoing. The City continues to maximize its financing tools to further economic development, as outlined in the Economic Development Strategic Plan. This Policy will continue to be implemented as initiatives are undertaken.
6-P-1.7 Build the City’s capital improvement and business assistance funds in order to be in a position to
leverage, borrow, and fund key projects.
Implementation ongoing and complete. In 202 5, the City initiated the Façade Improvement Grant Program to further improve the City’s business storefronts. Improved aesthetics have the ability to improve economic investment and reinvestment in the City. Additional business resources have been added to the City’s Economic Development website to make business assistance information (both local, state and federal assistance programs) easily accessible. The City is also in process of providing such information in Spanish as well, a major language spoken within the Pittsburg Community. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-1.8 Promote local purchase of goods and services by residents, workers, businesses and City
Implementation ongoing. The City will continue to promote local purchase of goods and services as part of the Rebranding efforts for the City. Also as part of this ongoing implementation throughout this planning
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local economy and generate revenue for the City.
period the City will explore other opportunities for p olicy implementation through the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
Business Attraction, Retention & Promotion Policies
6-P-2.1 Promote attraction and retention of businesses that provide a diversified economic industry base with a
broad range of job types and skills that insulate the
local economy from possible economic downturns.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has dedicated webpages to attract and retain businesses within the City. The City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan also provides various implementation measures to ensure that the City’s economic industry base is diverse and off ers a broad range of job types and skills. Maintenance of this will aid in the City’s economic development overall and in future economic trends. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-2.2 Provide a business -friendly, service -oriented, and solutions-based approach to permitting and
business assistance through efficient processing of
applications and permits.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Economic Development Division operates a very hands- on approach to business retention and attraction. By engaging with business owners and operators in the field and in inviting them to City Hall to discuss business operations, the City maintains a transparent approach to business engagement. Economic Development Division staff guide incoming and expanding businesses through the permitting process, and direct them to appr opriate staff and Divisions to obtain required permits. Such permits may also be applicable for coverage by the Economic Development Division, if applicable and included within the Façade Improvement Grant Program. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-2.3 Support expansion and retention of local businesses that have invested in Pittsburg, to retain revenue in
the City and to respond to community needs for key
amenities and services.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Economic Development Strategic Plan provides specific measures that support the expansion and retention of local businesses that have invested in the City.
Implementation of such measures will further ensure revenue retainment. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-2.4 Encourage development that accommodates
services necessary to support local residential
neighborhoods, including local grocery stores,
restaurants, high-quality health care, education, and
other services.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has been prioritizing reuse and redevelopment of vacant and/or underutilized commercial shopping centers to support local residential neighborhoods. Current City Council goals request staff to engage property owners of such commercia l properties regarding redevelopment feasibility. Such conversations are ongoing. As applications are filed applicable to this Policy, it will continue to be implemented.
6-P-2.5 Attract real estate brokerages, legal, engineering, lending, and other similar sectors throughout the
community to ensure that local services are
available to serve Pittsburg’s business communities
and residents.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg aims to attract new businesses offering skilled positions to improve the City’s jobs to housing balance. Engagement with such businesses is encouraged as part of the Economic Development Strategic Plan, is a current practice of the C ity’s Economic Development Division, and is a Policy that will continue to be implemented as business storefronts become available. 6-P-2.6 Facilitate the revitalization of existing shopping centers, business parks, industrial areas, and key
corridors as needed in order to meet the economic
development goals of the City.
Implementation ongoing. This Policy is heavily dependent on private property owners of Commercially zoned land in the City. The City has initiated conversations with the commercial landowners, consistent with the Citywide Priorities and Goals for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The City has also provided preliminary site planning for the revitalization and enhancement efforts of the Century Boulevard Corridor that contribute to long-term stability of commercial uses. This Policy will be incorporated into any future submittal for the redevelopment of Century Plaza.
6-P-2.7 Facilitate and encourage more efficient use of the City’s industrial and employment -generating land
Implementation ongoing. This Policy is heavily dependent on private property owners. However, the City has and will continue to facilitate and encourage more efficient use of the City’s land supply, including
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high-quality jobs, while discouraging the use of large
sites and buildings with low intensity uses and other
uses that may compromise the sustainability of
these areas.
industrial and employment-generating land use designations. This Policy will continue to be implemented as part of development review for projects submitted applicable to this Policy. 6-P-2.8 Emphasize Downtown as Pittsburg’s historic center, providing an identity and a sense of place for the
entire city by continuing to implement a focused
revitalization strategy that integrates the initiatives of the Economic Development Strategy.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has partnered with local artists to paint utility boxes throughout the City. Such designs are reviewed by the City to ensure consistency with surrounding development and compatibility with City of Pittsburg’s historical attributes. F urther, in 2024, the City completed the “Reviving the Heart of Pittsburg Pride” project (CIP Project 3019), which implemented architectural and landscape features to further the City’s placemaking, namely along the Railroad Avenue Corridor. Additional CIP projects in the pipeline include the installation of wayfinding signage to further direct visitors and community members alike to one of the City’s greatest attributes – the waterfront. The City continues to implement this Policy to further envision Downtown Pittsburg as a regional attraction and destination, offering a sense of place for the entire City. 6-P-2.9 Encourage new development in areas where growth and investment have the potential to catalyze
revitalization of existing uses.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently encourages new development in areas where growth and investment have the potential to catalyze revitalization of existing uses. Such encouragement is especially centered around infill development projects. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-2.10 Continue to provide incentives, encourage
employment, and promote businesses within the
City’s Opportunity Zones.
Implementation ongoing. The City is currently offering the Façade Improvement Grant for businesses to update or change their existing façade, furthering reinvestment incentives. The City of Pittsburg’s Economic Development Division continues to look for additional opportunities to enhance the City’s economic vitality.
6-P-2.11 Provide appropriate incentives for infill and
redevelopment projects that have the potential to
revitalize existing neighborhoods or commercial
areas.
Implementation ongoing. The Economic Development Strategic Plan provides for specific incentive exploration opportunities, such as: “explore potential economic development incentives to attract large employers or businesses that provide other public benefits” and “Market high value and strategic areas such as opportunity zones, revitalization plans, and the RASP as incentives to business expansion or relocation.” This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-2.12 Encourage and support home-based businesses. Implementation ongoing. The City currently processes Home Occupation Permits in compliance with the PMC. As part of the current efforts to update the Development Title Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO) will be included to encourage additional home-based business opportunities. This policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-2.13 In the Downtown, transit corridors, and mixed use areas, encourage site designs that optimize visibility
of retail, restaurant, and service uses.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new development review, applications must be standards as adopted by the Development Review Design Guidelines and Old Town Pittsburg Design Guidelines, when applicable. Such standards may be updated over time to ensure site designs are consistent with current design trends. Further, such development applications would require a Design Review application filing with the City’s Planning Division. As part of the Design Review process, staff will review this Policy for implementation. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 6-P-2.14 Encourage new businesses and project
development under the Employment Center
Industrial land use classification.
Implementation ongoing. As part of the Pittsburg Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) update, Employment Center Industrial (ECI) land uses will be further defined and refined for new business attraction and high skilled job retention. The City’s Economic Development Division has implemented this Policy in engaging in conversations regarding uses of lands within the ECI designation and in facilitating a land use development application filing applicable to this Policy.
Innovation and Diversification Policies
6-P-3.1 Coordinate with regional stakeholders and service providers to ensure that businesses and residents
have access to state-of-the-art technology and data
services.
Implementation ongoing. This Policy will continue to be implemented as additional technology improvement projects are identified.
6-P-3.2 Remain aware of and responsive to future changes in business needs, including new sustainable and
resiliency uses, and in developing policies and
programs to implement and take advantage of
recent and emerging technologies.
Implementation ongoing. The City’s Economic Development Division is continuously reviewing Economic Development Trend Reports, as applicable to the City of Pittsburg. Such awareness and responsiveness to future changes in business needs, as detailed in economic development trend reports, allow the City to take swift action to implement new and emerging Economic Development tools. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-3.3 Monitor and explore regional and national changes in economic trends, in order to best support existing
local industries and position Pittsburg to capture
growing and sustainable industry clusters.
Implementation ongoing. The City’s Economic Development Division currently monitors and explores regional and national changes in economic trends, in order to best support existing local industries and position Pittsburg to capture growing and sustainable industry clusters. The City will continue to implement this Policy.
6-P-3.4 Attract and retain a variety of economic sectors that capitalize on Pittsburg’s competitive advantages
and strengths, in order to promote a diversity of
businesses, significant sales tax generation, and
provide residents with skilled, high-paying
employment opportunities.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Economic Development Division follows policies within the Economic Development Strategic Plan to attract and retain a variety of economic sectors that capitalize on Pittsburg’s competitive advantages and strengths, in order to prom ote a diversity of businesses, significant sales tax generation, and provide residents with skilled, high-paying employment opportunities. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-3.5 Ensure that new waterfront development includes enhanced shoreline access, public uses and
amenities, and an appropriate mix of waterfront
businesses and land uses.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new development application review, this Policy will be further reviewed for compliance and incorporation. For further information regarding major waterfront development areas in the City of Pittsburg, refer to the North Central River Subarea i n Chapter Two of the General Plan. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-3.6 Consider the feasibility of establishing a convention or performing arts center, amphitheater, or other
public cultural amenity in or linked to the Downtown
and Marina, or in another appropriate location.
Implementation pending. The City is currently considering the feasibility of establishing a convention or performing arts center, amphitheater, or other public cultural amenity in or linked to the Downtown and Marina, or in another appropriate location. This Policy will continue to be reviewed for implementation. 6-P-3.7 Promote Economic Opportunity and Innovation
Districts to provide high -quality and skilled
employment opportunities including research and
development, office, sustainable energy,
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Economic Development Division currently promotes Economic Opportunity and Innovation Districts to provide high- quality and skilled employment opportunities including research and development, office, sustainable energy, manufacturi ng, technology, medical, and other skilled employment opportunities with connections provided to transit,
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skilled employment opportunities with connections
provided to transit, and spaces for business
incubators to foster startups and innovation.
and spaces for business incubators to foster startups and innovation. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Employment Base Policies
6-P-4.1 Increase job opportunities available in Pittsburg, so that residents may choose to work locally instead of
commuting.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new business attraction, the City would further implement this Policy by increasing job opportunities available in Pittsburg. A benefit to Pittsburg residents with this Policy implementation is eliminating or significantly decreasing the need t o commute to work, further aiding in work-life balance. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-4.2 Attract and retain a broad base of businesses and industries to provide a variety of skilled jobs allowing career growth potential, while focusing on high-
wage and/or high-sales tax producers.
Implementation ongoing. The City’s Economic Development Division currently utilizes the Economic Development Strategic Plan to attract and retain a broad base of businesses and industries to provide a variety of skilled jobs allowing career growth potential, while focusing on high-wage and/or high-sales tax producers. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-4.3 Strengthen the City’s role in promoting workforce development organizations and State of California
approved apprenticeship programs that: provide
adult and youth workforce development; adult
retraining; and targeted services for unrepresented
groups, such as at-risk workers, low -income youth
and adults, women, individuals with disabilities and
the homeless. Continue to support programs that
address potential job gaps in growing industries,
and current gaps throughout all industries, to match
job training a nd workforce development with
employment needs.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently works to strengthen the City’s role in promoting workforce development organizations and State of California approved apprenticeship programs. An example of this in process is the City- sponsored “Future Build” company, which provides tr aining at no-cost to low- income East County residents, including the residents of Pittsburg. Future Build is a partnership of the Pittsburg Power Company, Contra Costa Workforce Development Board, Pittsburg Adult Education Center, Co ntra Costa Building and Construction Trades council, Morris Carey of “On the House”, Northern California Laborers Training, and Open Opportunities Inc. a 501c3 Non-Profit to provide at least 40 East County young adults annually, with 16+ weeks of pre-apprenticeship training in the building trades, solar theory and installation, construction, and hazardous waste. The City will look to establish or sponsor additional workforce development opportunities as part of this Policy’s implementation. 6-P-4.4 Maintain and improve public and private education in the Pittsburg area and encourage post-secondary
training, education facilities, joint
Labor/Management apprenticeship programs, and
other programs to support a highly -skilled
workforce.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg plans to maintain and improve public and private education in the Pittsburg area and encourage post -secondary training, education facilities, joint Labor/Management apprenticeship programs, and other programs to support a highly-skilled workforce.
Los Medanos Community College is an opportunistic resource to have as the City looks to further expand its economic development initiatives. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-4.5 Reduce barriers to employment by improving
access to education, housing, transit, child care, and
job training.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg launched the Pittsburg Promise Scholarship opportunity in 2024. The second round of the scholarship was approved by the City Council in 2025. The Pittsburg Promise Community Scholarship aims to encourage young adults to pursue higher education in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) fields by alleviating some financial burden of obtaining a bachelor's degree for eligible young adults residing in the City of Pittsburg, and for eligible dependents of City employees. In addition, the City receives funding for the facilitation of “Future Build” which is an apprenticeship -based program, teaching local residents highly skilled, and highly needed
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation craftsmanship trades. Further, in compliance with the City’s required housing development as detailed within the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), the City plans to diversify its available housing stock to include additional housing opportunities near transit. Further, see Policy 6 -P-4.3 for initiatives pertaining to job training. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-4.6 Encourage and incentivize employers to advertise locally to fill job openings, invest in workers’ skill
development and well -being, and provide living
wages.
Implementation ongoing. To the extent feasible, the City currently encourages employers to advertise locally to fill job openings, invest in workers’ skill development and well-being, and provide living wages.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-4.7 Ensure that economic development goals help
promote a higher jobs-housing balance.
Implementation ongoing. The Economic Development Goals were identified as guiding principles for the next fifteen years (until 2040) of the City’s Economic Development Division. This Policy will continue to be revisited to ensure and/or confirm that the Economic Development Goals identified also help to provide a higher jobs-housing balance for the City of Pittsburg. 6-P-4.8 Encourage the creation and retention of middle - income employment.
Implementation complete. The City of Pittsburg currently encourages the creation and retention of all levels of income employment opportunities in the City Limits, including middle-income employment. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Infrastructure and Remediation Policies
6-P-5.1 Assure the provision of sufficient utilities, roadway infrastructure, and capital facilities in key areas,
including along the Pittsburg- Antioch Highway
Corridor, to support existing economic development
to help retain and expand existing businesses as
well as attract new businesses to the City.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Public Works Department ensures provision of sufficient utilities, roadway infrastructure, and capital facilities in key areas, including along the Pittsburg-Antioch Highway Corridor. Improvements to this corridor have the ability to help retail and expand existing businesses, as well as attract new businesses to the City. The Pittsburg-Antioch Highway is a key service provider to the City Limits of the City of Pittsburg for those opting to not use State Route 4. As such, the City has allocated funds from the East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority (ECCRFFA) to improve this corridor by widening the Pittsburg-Antioch Highway to 4 lanes between Auto Center Drive and Loveridge Road. Additional inves tment in this area of the City may have Economic Development benefits upon the City. As new applications are filed, this Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-5.2 Coordinate public and private investment in
infrastructure and capital improvements along
targeted commercial corridors.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new development review, the City negotiates public and private investment in infrastructure and capital improvements as part of Development Agreement drafting and adoption. As this Policy continues to be implemented, the City will target commercial corridors to facilitate economic development and reinvestment.
6-P-5.3 Maintain a range of high -quality infrastructure and public services for residents and visitors to improve
the quality of life for residents and retain and attract businesses to locate in the City.
Implementation ongoing. The City’s infrastructure and public services are provided by the Public Works Department. To ensure infrastructure is of high- quality and to ensure improvement of the Pittsburg Community’s quality of life, specific infrastructure improvement projects are identified by the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) with timelines for construction and identification of project’s priory level. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
6-P-5.4 Promote catalyst projects at key locations to
stimulate private retail and commercial investment
and revitalize existing neighborhoods in need of
such projects. Examples may include streetscape
and pedestrian corridor enhancements; large-scale
mixed-use projects that are appropriately designed
Implementation ongoing. The City has solicited two Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to acquire three (3) City-owned properties on Bliss Avenue, demolish the existing structures and improvements, and design and construct a mixed- use project consisting of residential units and commer cial uses which include retail, entertainment, and hotel, and ancillary commercial space(s) and related. The City is currently working on a Market Analysis for this RFP with plans to recirculate in attempt to catalyst this project given its key location and its ability to simulate private retail and commercial investment. This project would
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation for vibrant ground -floor retail and dining
establishments; and employment generating uses in
proximity to transit stations, that have the potential
to increase pedestrian activity for commercial
activity.
further implement this Policy by revitalizing an existing neighborhood. This Policy will continue to be implemented at alternative locations in the City.
6-P-5.5 Work proactively with those businesses interested in expanding existing businesses or establishing new
businesses to install necessary infrastructure
improvements. The goal is to establish an inventory
of ready -to-go nonresidential sites, complete with
zoning, infrastructure, and environmental
clearances.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Economic Development Division has established a “Site Selection” service for incoming businesses to locate ready -to-go nonresidential sites, complete with zoning, infrastructure, and environmental clearances. The City’s Community and Economic Development Department and Development Engineering staff are provided as applicable contact(s) in the case that the property is not “ready-to-go”. Permit processes are explained in depth and application filing processes are conveyed. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 6-P-5.6 Enhance environmental quality in the City by leading the coordination of the remediation of former
industrial and commercial sites and by facilitating
their redevelopment.
Implementation ongoing. The City has established a Brownfields Program and associated City webpage to provide the public with transparency regarding the City’s ongoing cleanup initiatives of brownfield and/or contaminated properties. Contaminated properties are known as “brownfi elds.” The U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Brownfields Program is designed to empower communities to work together to prevent, assess, safely clean up, and sustainably reuse brownfields. The City of Pittsburg was awarded $300,000 in EPA funding for Community -wide Assessment in 2017 and a $800,000 Multipurpose Grant in 2019. In June, 2023 the City entered into an agreement with the CA Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) to conduct remediation of four City -owned parcels on East 3rd Street with a $534,437 Equitable Communities Revitalization Grant. Through these grants from the EPA and DTSC, the City will fund environmental assessments, clean-ups, community engagement, redevelopment planning, and more. The City works to obtain funds for cleanup of City-owned properties, and where feasible, works with private developers to ensure adequate remediation efforts are taken prior to any use of contaminated or formally contaminated properties. 6-P-5.7 Allow for phased extension or upgrades to
infrastructure in conjunction with approved phasing
plans for site development.
Implementation complete. Phasing plans are allowed as part of development review and application entitlement processes. This Policy will continue to be implemented/allowed.
Circulation & Transportation Element – 2040 General Plan Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Fiscal Sustainability Policies
7-P-1.1
Ensure that the City’s circulation network is a well -
connected system of streets, roads, highways,
sidewalks, trails, and paths that effectively and
safely accommodate all users in a manner that
considers the context of surrounding land uses, the
Implementation ongoing. The City currently reviews new development applications and ensures that they provide pedestrian and bicyclist facilities within new developments. The City’s Capital Improvement Program is updated every five years to establish infrastructure improvements, including pedestrian, bicyclist, and roadway improvements to ensure the safety of all roadway users. As part of this Policy’s implementation the City will continue to ensure that the City’s circulation network is a well -connected
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improved over time to support buildout of the
General Plan.
system of streets, roads, highways, sidewalks, trails, and paths that effectively and safely accommodate all users in a manner that considers the context of surrounding land uses, the needs of all roadway users, and is maintained and improved over time to support buildout of the General Plan. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-1.2
Consider opportunities to increase access and
connectivity for all modes of travel and to address
the needs all users, including those with disabilities, in planning, design, and construction of all
transportation projects to create safer, more livable,
and more inviting environments for pedestrians,
bicyclists, motorists and public transit users of all
ages and capabilities with an emphasis on Vision
Zero and Complete Streets best practices.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new roadway development and existing roadway improvement, the City looks to implement, where feasible and where required by the City’s Standard Details, the installation of sidewalks and bike lanes to increase access and connectivity for multiple modes of travel. The City of Pittsburg is actively working towards Vision Zero, a Contra Costa Countywide Transportation Safety Policy and Implementation Guide for Local Agencies developed by the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA). As part of this, the City is aiming to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries, with initiatives like the Pittsburg Moves Active Transportation Plan, the Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP), and a focus on creating a safer and more equitable transportation system. Additionally, as part of program implementation, the City has previously conducted complete street analysis, such as the analysis of Railroad Avenue’s Complete Street Study, which discussed inequities in transportation facilities surrounding the Pittsburg Center BART Station. Improvements identified within this Complete Streets Study are currently under construction and broke ground in 2024. Pedestrian and bicyclist improvements are underway, connecting the Delta de Anza Trailway, Railroad Avenue, and California Avenue to the Pittsburg Center BART Station. Once completed, the project will add more than 1.5 miles of new trails and pathways to Pittsburg and connect several new developments to public transportation. As part of further compliance efforts with policies established by local, regional, and State transportation agencies, this Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-1.3
Promote development of a future roadway system
as shown in the Circulation Diagram, Figure 7-1,
with streets designed in accordance with the City’s
standard plans to provide multiple, direct, and
convenient routes for all modes and to provide high-
volume, multi-lane facilities with access controls, as
needed, to preserve the through traffic carrying
capacity of the facility.
Implementation ongoing. The City has identified proposed routes for new or expanded major arterial roadways in the City of Pittsburg. These routes include extending West Leland Road from the existing terminus of West Leland Road to the eastern City Limit, extension of San Marco Boulevard from its current terminus at the Faria Development area west to tie into Bailey Road, construction of the Buchanan Bypass connecting Kirker Pass Road and Somersville R oad, and the construction of new major arterial roadways, such as a roadway thr ough the PG&E transmission corridor that bisects the City, and an overcrossing at Range Road. All new roadway construction would be required to follow the City’s standard plans to provide multiple, direct, and convenient routes for all modes of transportat ion, and to provide high-volume, multi-lane facilities with access controls, as needed, to preserve the through traffic carrying capacity of the facility. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 7-P-1.4
Monitor deployment of new transportation
technologies and services and develop policies that
implement best practices to ensure these
technologies and services benefit the public and the
multimodal transportation system.
Implementation ongoing. The City works alongside regional and State transportation authorities to ensure policies required to be implemented in the City are implemented. Further, as responsible agencies continue to develop modeling standards for transportation analysis, the City fulfills its responsibility to adopt and implement, as applicable. An example of this is the recently adopted Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines, developed using the Cou nty’s Standards for Vehicle Miles Traveled and Level of Service, compliant with SB 743 and the California Environmental Quality Act. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-1.5
Implement and continue to increase efforts to
reduce regional vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by
supporting land use patterns and site designs that
Implementation ongoing. New development applications are reviewed and analyzed to determine whether traffic impact studies are required. If a Traffic Impact Analysis is required as part of a new development, there are generally mitigation measures incorporated into the analysis t hat aid in VMT
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transit.
reduction. To ensure the City increases its efforts to reduce regional VMT, the City requires specific mitigation measures that support land use patterns and site designs that promote active modes of transportation and public transit. This Policy will continue to be implemented as part of current and future new development reviews.
7-P-1.6
Design streets to operate with vehicle speeds that
are safer for all users, especially pedestrian and
bicyclists, while providing adequate access for
emergency vehicles. Speed reductions strategies
should include reduced lane widths and application
of traffic calming measures on local and collector
streets and especially near parks, schools, trails,
and in the Downtown core.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has adopted a Traffic Calming Program to mitigate the ongoing speeding concerns in the City. Such Traffic Calming Measures identified within the program include enforcement activities (Police Department), education of residents and new drivers, traffic control devices (such as live-speed monitoring signs), roadway narrowing measures, and horizonal and vertical roadway modifications, such as raised intersections or crosswalks, textured pavements, and chicanes.
As part of new roadway design and roadway redesign efforts, the City will continue to ens ure this policy is implemented, especially near parks, schools, trails, and in the Downtown Core. 7-P-1.7
Strive to maintain delay -based level of service
(LOS) D for motor vehicle traffic as the minimum
acceptable service standard for all signalized and
stop-controlled intersections at all times (including
during peak periods) unless maintenance of LOS D
would, in the City’s judgement, be infeasible and/or
conflict with the achievement of other City goals
identified in this General Plan. Congestion in excess
of LOS D may be acceptable in these cases,
provided that provisions are made to improve traffic
flow and/or promote multimodal or non- vehicular
transportation as part of a development project or
City-initiated project. In the designated Downtown
core, as defined by the City’s General Plan and
illustrated by the City’s Subdivision map, LOS E
would be consider
ed as an acceptable service
standard to account for the more urban, pedestrian-
oriented character of the area.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Transportation Division of the Public Works Department works to identify areas in the City where the Level of Service (LOS) can be improved. The City’s Transportation also revies all Traffic Impact Analyses prepared for development projects within the City Limits. Such analyses provide information on current LOS and expected LOS if the proposed project is implemented. Where LOS is greatly impacted, the Transportation Division identifies and subsequently requires specific mitigation measures be implemented by a proposed development to ensure compliance with the General Plan’s LOS requirements and to maintain traffic flow of motor vehicle traffic within acceptable service standards for all signalized and stop-controlled intersections. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-1.8
Maximize the carrying capacity and safety of arterial
roadways by controlling the number of intersections,
commercial driveways, and residential access
points.
Implementation ongoing. Consistent with the General Plan LOS standards, the City strives to maximize the carrying capacity and safety of arterial roadways. This is implemented by controlling the number of intersections, commercial driveways, and residential access points. The goal is to keep a steady flow of traffic that minimizes through utilization of residential roadways as a means to bypass traffic on arterial roadways. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-1.9 Implement transportation improvements to maintain and enhance roadway operations and safety while
Implementation ongoing. As transportation improvements are identified as necessary or beneficial to roadway operations and safety, the City works to implement such improvements as part of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to improve accessibility and comfort for all users. A n example of this currently in implementation is the implementation of the City-wide Pavement Management Plan. The City
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users.
of Pittsburg has divided its pavement management plan into 10 zones. The project uses a variety of pavement management techniques such as pavement overlay, reconstruction, micro- surfacing, cape seal, patch paving, base failure repairs, and crack sealing. A reas in greater need of repair have been prioritized to be repaved (or other improvement) first, with all 10 zones completed over the next few years. 7-P-2.1
Cooperate with private entities and other public
agencies to promote and enhance local and regional
transit serving Pittsburg.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently partners with Tri Delta Transit, Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART), Contra Costa Transportation Authority, and surrounding jurisdictions to promote and enhance local and regional transit serving Pittsburg. This Policy will continue to be implemented as the City makes further improvements or additions to its local and regional transportation systems. 7-P-2.2
Encourage employers to provide programs for
carpooling/transit/biking/walking subsidies, bicycle
facilities, alternative work schedules, ridesharing,
telecommuting, working at home, employee
education, and preferential parking for
carpools/vanpools.
Implementation ongoing. As part of the implementation of the City’s Sustainability Plan, such programs for carpooling, transit, ridesharing, and use of alternative modes of transportation are encouraged of City staff, as well as private employers. This is further codified within the Sustainability Plan as Transportation Goal T-1.2: “Implement public and shared transit programs to increase public transit mode share from
10.1% in 2020 to 12% by 2030 and 17% by 2045.” This Policy will continue to be implemented. 7-P-2.3
Support transit use by providing safe and
convenient access to transit service, supporting
increased BART and bus frequency reliability, and
regularly reviewing existing transportation routes
and headways to match community needs,
promoting use of the City ’s park-and-ride lots, and
coordinating with transit agencies to provide safe
facilities at transit stops.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg is working to maximize its encouragement of the public’s use of alternative modes of transportation, other than the heavily relied upon automobile. This encouragement effort includes future implementation of safe and convenient acces s to transit service, supporting increased BART and bus frequency reliability, and regularly reviewing existing transportation routes and headways to match community needs, promoting use of the City’s park -and-ride lots, and coordinating with transit agencies to provide safe facilities at transit stops. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-2.4
Ensure that safe and contiguous routes for
pedestrians and bicyclists are provided within new
development projects and on any roadways that are
impacted as a result of new development.
Implementation ongoing. As part of development review and analysis, the City will continue to ensure that contiguous and safe routes for pedestrians and bicyclists are provided within the new development and on any roadways that are impacted as a result of new development. Current construction activities compliant with this Policy includes the Tuscany Meadows development with the installation of sidewalks, landscaping, and bicycle lanes along Buchanan Road. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 7-P-2.5
Work with school districts, school administrators,
and parents of school students to develop a “safe
routes to school” program for students who bicycle
and walk in concurrence with the Pittsburg Moves
Active Transportation Plan.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg is actively working on improving pedestrian and bicycle safety around schools through its "Pittsburg Moves Active Transportation Plan" and Safe Routes to School initiatives, including installing rapid flashing beacons at crosswalks and funding projects for safer routes. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-2.6
Endorse Transportation Demand Management
(TDM) strategies to reduce reliance on single-
occupant motor vehicle trips and reduce commuter
traffic.
Implemented. The City adopted Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA) Guidelines which identify TDM measures to reduce transportation trips. TDM strategies are identified as a mitigation measure for development projects.
7-P-3.1 Continue to promote active transportation modes and review and update Pittsburg Moves, the City’s
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently implements its Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to address the needs of the Pittsburg community. Periodic review and updates to the existing ATP may
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needs of the City and to promote a healthier future
supporting bicycle and pedestrian networks across
the City.
be needed to assure that the Plan adequately reflects the needs of the City. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
7-P-3.2
Pursue the completion of the City’s bicycle and
pedestrian networks by filling in missing gaps and
improve the existing networks through periodic
servicing.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s General Plan identifies specific locations of missing gaps in existing bicycle and pedestrian networks. As this Policy is continually implemented, the City will work to pursue the completion of such missing networks and improve the existing networks through periodic servicing. These areas are further identified within Figures 7-4 and 7-5 of the City’s 2040 General Plan. 7-P-3.3
Pursue opportunities for public-private partnerships
to enhance transportation infrastructure and
services.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new development review, the City partners with private developers to establish potential public -private partnerships to enhance transportation infrastructure and services.
The City codifies such partnerships through Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) and/or Development Agreements (DA).
7-P-3.4
Ensure continued compliance with Title 24 of the
California Building Code, requiring the removal of all
barriers to disabled persons on City streets, and
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) to allow mobility -impaired users such as the
disabled and elderly to safely and effectively use the
City’s circulation network.
Implementation complete and ongoing. Compliance with Title 24 of the California Building Code is a requirement of all jurisdictions in the State of California. The City currently complies with Title 24, including ADA accessibility, as part of new development and redevelopment projects. This Policy is implemented but will continue to be enforced.
7-P-3.5
Encourage secure bicycle facilities and other
alternative transportation facilities to be provided as part of new developments, especially future
employment sites, public facilities, and multi -family
residential complexes.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new development review, the City of Pittsburg’s Municipal Code requires minimum bicycle parking facilities be provided in a specific ratio to the required off-street parking regulations. Secure bicycle parking facilities have been rising in dem and, and the City has recognized this and has been requiring such bicycle parking facilities be incorporated as part of development and redevelopment applications. As part of future development review applications for employment sites, public facilities and multi-family residential complexes, this Policy will continue to be implemented. 7-P-4.1
Pursue and maximize the use of grant funding
opportunities to support transportation planning,
design, construction, and maintenance projects in
order to maintain a high-quality, multimodal network
of complete streets, including federal Congestion
Mitigation Air Quality, Safe Streets and Roads for
All, and other funding to provide complete streets,
improve air quality, and increase roadway safety.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Public Works Department, in conjunction with the City’s Planning Division, identify grant fund opportunities for the development and maintenance of trails, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities. As such grant opportunities arise, the City works collaboratively to ensure a complete, cohesive, and City -representative grant applications are filed to ensure the best possible outcome in receipt of potential funding. This Policy will continue to be implemented as new funding opportunities are made available.
7-P-4.2
Use the adopted regional and local Transportation
Impact Mitigation Fee (TIMF) ordinances to ensure
that all new developments pay a fair share of the
cost of transportation improvements, or require
mitigation for development proposals that are not
Ongoing and implemented as part of the development project entitlement process. This Policy will continue to be reviewed to ensure compliance with Ordinances as they are updated.
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than one percent of the volume to an existing
roadway or intersections.
7-P-4.3
Explore funding opportunities for the development
and maintenance of trails, pedestrian and bicycle
facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Public Works Department, in conjunction with the City’s Planning Division, identify grant fund opportunities for the development and maintenance of trails, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities. As such grant opportunities arise, the City works collaboratively to ensure a complete, cohesive, and City -representative grant applications are filed to ensure the best possible outcome in receipt of potential funding. This Policy will continue to be implemented as new funding opportunities are made available.
7-P-4.4
Proactively monitor and assess the development of
emerging transportation technologies, such as
autonomous vehicles, electric bikes, scooters, and
segways, and micromobility, to prepare the City for
their potential incorporation into the transportation
system in safe and appropriate manner.
Implementation on going. The City’s Public Works Department, and specifically the Transportation Engineering Division monitors and assesses the development of emerging transportation-related technologies. As applicable, staff will begin preparation of the City through plan development, education, and/or Ordinance adoption to ensure the City is well -equipped for new transportation technology incorporation into the current transportation system in a safe and appropriate manner. This Policy will continue to be implemented as new technologies are developed.
Community Health and Environmental Justice Element – 2040 General Plan Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Planning for Environmental Justice Policies
8-P-1.1
Maintain an inclusive City environment that respects
and reflects the diversity of the cultures,
backgrounds, ages, interests, languages, lifestyles,
abilities, and socioeconomic status of the members
of the Pittsburg community.
Implementation ongoing. As part of all local planning and decision-making processes, the City continues to strive for and ensure meaningful cross -cultural participation by providing City -sponsored material in multiple languages applicable to the Pittsburg community, organizing outreach events and conducting surveys directly to specific demographic groups, partnering with community -based organizations that have relationships, trust, and cultural competency with target communities to conduct outreach for local initiatives and issues, and meeting the community where they are during these events – not expecting all public participants to attend meetings at City Hall, but rather at the Marina Community Center, Senior Center, or applicable elementary or high school facility. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 8-P-1.2
Educate decision makers and the public on
principles of environmental justice and sustainability
principles.
Implementation ongoing. As part of this Policy’s ongoing implementation, the City plans to collaborate with Contra Costa County Health Services, experts, and non-profits to develop training programs for elected officials, boards and commissions and City staff to build capacity f or implementing Health and Environmental Justice goals. Further, City staff prepare presentations before the City’s Commissions and City Council for updates on the City’s Sustainability Plan, City compliance with specific environment al justice legislation, and other related principles on a regular basis. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-1.3
Actively advocate for policies at the federal, state,
and regional levels that are aimed at improving
community health, reducing health disparities,
Implementation ongoing. As new legislation is introduced, the City monitors the impact of such legislation on the City’s current processes. As applicable, the City actively advocates for policies at the federal, state, and regional levels that are aimed at improving community he alth, reducing health disparities
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policies, and elevating social equity.
examining environmental justice practices and policies, and elevating social equity. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-1.4
Consider the effects of planning decisions on the
overall health and well-being of the community and
its residents and specifically upon disadvantaged
communities and vulnerable populations, such as
areas with concentrated populations of seniors,
persons with a disability, and low income residents.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently reviews and will continue to r eview all development proposals, planning projects, and infrastructure projects to ensure that potential adverse impacts to disadvantaged communities, such as exposure to pollutants, including toxic air contaminants, are not disproportionate, and are reduced to the greatest extent feasible. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-1.5
Administer materials and strive for broad outreach
on public hearings that affect the environment in
languages used by the community.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently encourages public participation in local planning decision making, especially by those that are traditionally underrepresented by offering multi -lingual outreach material, multi-lingual meeting formats, communicating with key cultural entities, and hosting events in areas of varying socio-economic contexts. This effort includes development of and updates to the Urban Forest Management Plan, Sustainability Plan, Capital Improvement Program, Brownfields Revitalization Plans, Planned Developments, General Plan Update, Municipal Code Update, and specific plans. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-1.6
Consider the effects on sensitive populations when
siting industrial and other intensive uses,
designating Citywide truck routes, and considering
uses and projects that may have adverse impacts
on disadvantaged and vulnerable communities.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently reviews and will continue to r eview all development proposals, planning projects, and infrastructure projects to ensure that potential adverse impacts to disadvantaged communities, such as exposure to pollutants, including toxic air contaminants, are not disproportionate, and are reduced to the greatest extent feasible. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-1.7
Ensure the City provides equitable public
improvements and community amenities to all areas
of the City.
Implementation ongoing. The City has multiple City -wide planning efforts, including the Pittsburg Municipal Code, the Pittsburg Sustainability Plan, the 2040 General Plan, the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), among others. City -wide planning efforts ensure that all areas of the City are reviewed as part of the City’s growth and maintenance, ensuring equitable public improvements and community amenities to all areas of the City.
8-P-1.8
Consider environmental justice issues as they relate
to the equitable distribution of public amenities such
as parks, recreational facilities, community gardens,
and other beneficial uses that improve the quality of
life.
Implementation ongoing. As part of the City’s implementation of the Sustainability Plan, the City will continue to consider environmental justice issues as they relate to the equitable distribution of public amenities such as parks, recreational facilities, community gardens, and other beneficial uses that improve the quality of life. This includes the promotion and implementation of specific goals, policies, and actions for each strategy of the Pittsburg Sustainability Plan, including: C-1 Cornerstone to Climate Action Planning; E-1 Electrify the Building Stock; E -2 Decarbonize Electricity and Inase Use and Storage of Local Renewable Energy; T -1 Reduce Passenger Car Vehicle Miles Traveled; T -2 Increase Zero - Emission Vehicle and Equipment Use; W-1 Increase Water Conservation and Local Water Supply; W-2 Minimize Water Loss System -wide; SW-1 Organic Waste Diversion; SW -2 Reduce Community Waste Generation; CS -1 Carbon Sequestration; M -1 Commit to Climate Action; and M -2 Reduce Municipal Reliance on Natural Resources. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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Encourage and prioritize projects that address the
social and economic needs of economically
vulnerable populations.
Implementation ongoing. The City has identified specific needs of the Pittsburg community through various community outreach initiatives and through the development of multiple long range planning efforts. As part of these efforts, the City encourages and prioritizes projects that address the social and economic needs of economically vulnerable populations. The City will continue to implement this Policy as part of ongoing public participation initiatives.
8-P-1.10
Promote broad and balanced public participation in
City decision-making efforts in order to ensure that
all residents have the opportunity to participate in
the decision -making process. This includes City
decisions that affect community health and well -
being such as planning, roadway, parks,
infrastructure, jobs access, and utility projects and
participation in City planning efforts, including the
Sustainability Plan, Pittsburg Moves Action
Transportation Plan, and Economic Development
Strategy.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently encourages and promotes broad and balanced public participation in City decision -making efforts in order to ensure that all residents have the opportunity to participate in the decision-making process. As part of all long r ange planning initiatives, the City strives to obtain as much public participation as possible through hosting community workshops and by conducting online and in person surveys. This outreach, among other methods, are used to inform City decisions that af fect community health and well -being such as planning, roadway, parks, infrastructure, jobs access, and utility projects and participation in City planning efforts, including the Sustainability Plan, Pittsburg Moves Action Transportation Plan, and Economic Development Strategy.
As applicable, this Policy will continue to be implemented. 8-P-1.11
Support local government programs and non-profit
efforts aimed at improving the lives of
underrepresented or disadvantaged segments of
the community.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently supports local government programs and non -profit efforts aimed at improving the lives of underrepresented or disadvantaged segments of the community, such as the Pittsburg Arts and Community Foundation, the Chamber of Commerce, culturally representative Special Events/operators, and My Brother’s Keeper, among others. The City will continue to support such efforts as part of this Policy’s implementation.
8-P-1.12
Identify and assess disproportionate impacts of
environmental pollution and work to remedy these
impacts.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently reviews and will continue to r eview all development proposals, planning projects, and infrastructure projects to ensure that potential adverse impacts to disadvantaged communities, such as exposure to pollutants, including toxic air contaminants, are not disproportionate, and are reduced to the greatest extent feasible. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Community Health and Wellness Policies
8-P-2.1
Promote and enhance overall health conditions for
residents through ensuring programs and amenities
serve all parts of the City, are accessible to
communities speaking languages other than
English, and include features accessible to people
with mobility impairments.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently encourages public participation in local planning decision making, especially by those that are traditionally underrepresented by offering multi -lingual outreach material, communicating with key cultural entities, and hosting events in areas of varying socio-economic contexts. The City also will continue to review all development proposals, planning projects, and infrastructure projects to ensure that potential adverse impacts to disadvantaged communities, such as exposure to pollutants, including toxic air contaminants, and unacceptable levels of noise and vibration are reduced to the accepted levels set by the relevant regulatory agencies to ensure public health, and that measures to improve quality of life, such as connections to bicycle and pedestrian paths, community services, schools, and recreation facilities, access to healthy foods, and improvement of air quality are included in the project. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 8-P-2.2
Require future planning decisions, development,
and infrastructure and public projects to consider the
effects on the overall health and well -being of the
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently reviews and will continue to r eview all development proposals, planning projects, and infrastructure projects to ensure that potential adverse impacts to disadvantaged communities, such as exposure to pollutants, including toxic air contaminants,
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consideration provided to ensure disadvantaged
communities have equitable access to services and
amenities and to reduce exposure to hazardous
materials, industrial activity, vehicle exhaust, other
sources of poll ution, and excessive noise on
residents, with an emphasis on reducing exposure
of any disadvantaged communities to such
exposure.
are not disproportionate, and are reduced to the greatest extent feasible. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-2.3
Coordinate with partner agencies and neighboring
jurisdictions that provide public facilities and
healthcare, recreation, and other wellness services
within the City to ensure effective, efficient, and
equitable service delivery.
Implementation ongoing. On an annual basis, and sometimes more frequently, the City coordinates with service providers to identify gaps in health care and wellness services and identify opportunities to increase services for the Pittsburg community and ensure underserved areas have access to services through transit services and service provider outreach to connect residents to needed services. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-2.4
Accommodate new health care facilities (e.g.
medical clinics, doctors offices, emergency and
urgent care facilities, hospitals) to allow for equitable access to primary and emergency health care and
medical services.
Implementation ongoing. The City is actively seeking businesses that will bolster the City’s economic development objectives and goals in the City. A major goal identified is attraction and retention of medical service uses. In 2024, the City issued a Certificate of Occupancy to the second kidney dialysis center within the City Limits. As interest continues and as applications are filed, the City will work to streamline the permitting process for health care facilities (e.g. medical clinics, doctors’ office s, emergency and urgent care facilities, hospitals) to allow for equitable access to primary and emergency health care and medical services for the Pittsburg community. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Nutritious Food Choices Policies
8-P-3.1
Improve the health of community members by
promoting and facilitating access to healthy and
nutritional food options.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg encourages healthy eating in general, and has plans to develop a Healthy Lifestyle Program that educates the community on local healthy food, available nutrition resources, and health outcomes. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 8-P-3.2
Promote the availability of locally grown and locally
sourced food, including fruits, vegetables, and dairy.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg allows for private property owners to grow their own sources of fruits and vegetables within their private properties. Further, the City has plans to host free compost giveaway events to further nurture private garden beds within the City limits. As this Policy is implemented, the City will also look to re-establish a farmer’s market, which community members have expressed a growing demand for. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 8-P-3.3
Encourage sustainable local food systems including
farmer’s markets, community gardens, edible school
yards, community supported agriculture,
neighborhood garden exchanges, federal food
assistance programs, and healthy food retailers.
Implementation ongoing. The City is considering program implementation to encourage restaurants and stores to offer locally sourced and nutritious foods, with an emphasis on increasing nutritious food choices, including community gardens, farmers markets, and stores offering fre sh produce, in
disadvantaged communities. As this Policy is implemented, the City will also look to re-establish a farmer’s market, which community members have expressed a growing demand for. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-3.4 Attract a wide range of healthy food sources such as full-service grocery stores, ethnic food markets,
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg issued permits to construct Sprouts Farmers Market at the intersection of West Leland Road and San Marco Boulevard. The construction is complete and it is now open to the public. Sprouts provides an additional healthy food source within the Pittsburg community.
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gardens, healthy restaurants, and farmers’ markets.
The City looks to attract additional food source vendors, including specialty food markets that offer a wide variety of food types. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Social Services and Healthcare Policies
8-P-4.1
Prioritize local policies and programs that are
focused on supporting the healthcare needs of
Pittsburg residents, with a special emphasis on
preventative care and access to services by
disadvantaged and vulnerable populations.
Implementation ongoing. The City regularly reviews the need for new and expanded health care, medical facilities, and urgent care facilities within the City and designates new sites as necessary to meet the health needs of Pittsburg’s residents. The City’s Economic Development D ivision works to attract businesses that fulfill such needs. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 8-P-4.2
Promote convenient access to health care by
offering wide range of community health centers,
and mental health facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City coordinates with BART and Tri County Transit to address the proximity of public transit to local health facilities and advocate for mobility and transportation improvement where necessary and encourage transit agencies to provide accessible, convenient routes to ensure adequate access to local and regional health facilities. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 8-P-4.3
Foster partnerships and collaborate with community
groups and other public agencies to implement
public health programs.
Implementation ongoing. The City has and continues to actively look for and attract partnerships to collaborate with community groups and other public agencies to implement public health programs. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
8-P-4.4
Continue to foster safe communities for residents
through proactive social programs and investment in
public facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City coordinates with social program hosts and public facility companies to continue and further efforts to foster safe communities for the residents of the City. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Recreation and Youth Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Parks Policies
9-P-1.1
Strive to engage all segments of the community
when planning for park and recreational facilities
and services.
Implementation ongoing . As part of future park planning and implementation, the City of Pittsburg’s Recreation Department plans to establish master parks programming and planning efforts encompassing the entire City, further ensuring all segments of the community are included wh en planning for park and recreational facilities and services. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 9-P-1.2
Maintain a neighborhood and community park
standard of 5 acres of public parkland per 1,000
residents.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new development review, the City calculates required parkland dedication compliant with this General Plan Policy. When infeasible, the City requires alternate forms of compliance, as specified within Pittsburg Municipal Code Section 17.32.020, “Park Dedication”. This authority is enacted under the general police power and California Government Code Section 66477.
This Municipal Code S ection specifies the dedication of land, fees, or both as part of parkland development in the City. The land, fees, or combination of both may be used only for the purpose of developing new or rehabilitating existing neighborhood or community park or recreational facilities to serve the subdivision. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 9-P-1.3 Develop public parks and recreational facilities that are equitably distributed throughout the urbanized
Implementation ongoing. As part of future park planning and implementation, the City of Pittsburg’s Recreation Department plans to establish master parks programming and planning efforts encompassing
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Recreation and Youth Element – 2040 General Plan
Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation area, provide neighborhood recreation facilities in
existing neighborhoods where such facilities are
presently lacking, and are within reasonable walking
distance of all homes.
the entire City, further ensuring equitable distribution of public parks and recreational facilities. The City is also pursuing reuse of underutilized vacant lands within existing, established neighborhoods, such as the innovative Pittsburg Living Green Trail, which was recognized by the American Public Works Association (APWA) with an award in the Environmental Category (less than $5 million). The trailway is located on the north side of Frontage Road, which is a fully urbanized area with minimal recreation facilities in the project’s vicinity. This transformational initiative successfully repurposed an unused, neglected space into a vibrant and functional community asset. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-1.4
Consider park accessibility, use and character as
more valuable than size in the acquisition and
development of new parks.
Implementation ongoing. The City reviews park developments for use and character, as well as park size.
The City ensures that the use and character of the new or improved parkland is emphasized more so than the size of the park facility. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 9-P-1.5
Maintain park and recreation facility standards for
new development to serve both residents and
employees, attainable through, in order of priority: 1) provision of fully developed parks, 2) dedication of
parkland, or 3) payment of in-lieu fees dedicated t o
the provision of new park sites or enhancing existing
facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg periodically reviews, and updates if necessary, the City’s Park and Recreational Facilities Impact Fees in order to ensure that new development continues to provide a fair-share contribution towards parks, trails, and recreation faci lities. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-1.6
Design the layout of new park facilities in
accordance with the natural features of the land.
Where possible, preserve such natural features as
creeks and drainage ponds, rock outcroppings, and
significant topographic and visual features.
Implementation ongoing. As part of new development review, the City ensures that natural environments are protected or preserved in compliance with state, local, and federal regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act requirements. As these regulations are re viewed alongside new park development, the City will ensure the design and layout of new park facilities are in accordance with the natural features of the land, and where possible, the City will preserve such natural features as creeks and drainage ponds, rock outcroppings, and significant topographic and visual features. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-1.7
Throughout all parks and recreation planning efforts,
emphasize and prioritize public participation with
local stakeholders and community workshops that
enable close collaboration with a variety of members
of the community in the design, and programming,
of parks and recreation facilities to ensure that these facilities meet the needs of all segments of the
community, regardless of age, ethnicity, income,
and activity level.
Implementation pending. As part of future updates to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the City will emphasize and prioritize public participation and workshops that enable close collaboration with a variety of members of the community in the design, and programming, of parks and recreation facilities to ensure that these facilities meet the needs of all segments of the community, regardless of age, ethnicity, income, and activity level and are located in areas accessible to disadvantaged communities.
Recreational Open Space Policies
9-P-2.1
Maintain and extend public access to local and
regional open space and trails throughout the
Planning Area that increase access to and linkages
between open space areas, recreation areas,
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has and continues to coordinate with regional agencies in the development of regional trails, passive recreational opportunities, shoreline recreation, and other community-serving recreation that increases pass ive and active access to open space. This continued effort further aids in maintaining existing facilities and potential extension of public access to local and
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Downtown, the waterfront, the City’s
neighborhoods, and other key locations:
• Great California Delta Trail. The Great
California Delta Trail plans for an extensive
system of routes for bicycling and hiking,
with interconnections to other land and
water trail systems, recreational facilities,
and public transportation around the Delta.
• Waterfront/Shoreline. Maintain and
improve public access to the shoreline.
• Los Medanos Community College. Foster
linkages between the campus and the
community.
• Kirker Creek. The Kirker Creek easement
could be developed as a creekside trail,
connecting other trails and open spaces
throughout the City with the hiking trails in
the Black Diamond Mines Regional
Preserve.
• Contra Costa Canal. The Contra Costa
Canal provides a meandering right -of-way
throughout Pittsburg, with opportunities to
link neighborhoods, the Railroad Avenue
commercial corridor, and neighboring
communities.
• PG&E Utility ROW. PG&E holds a right-of-
way for the power/utility lines that run
north-south from the southern hills to the
power plant on the waterfront, an ideal
corridor for public access.
regional open space and trails throughout Planning Areas that increase access to and linkages between open space areas, recreation areas, Downtown, the waterfront, the City’s neighborhoods, and other key locations. The City plans to prioritize recreational opportunities in the future -planned residential developments, as well as prioritize partnerships with regional agencies to facilitate specified recreational benefits for the Pittsburg community. This Policy will continue to be implemented as the development of these key locations are revisited for maintenance, improvement, or recreational expansion opportunity.
9-P-2.2
Development projects adjacent open space,
shoreline, hillside, and other recreational areas shall provide public connections and linkages.
Implementation ongoing. As part of development applications adjacent to open space, shoreline, hillside, and other recreational areas, the City requires, by incorporation of Condition(s) of Approval and/or Mitigation Measures, that new developments provide public connections and linkages to further implement this Policy.
Recreation, Arts, and Culture Policies
9-P-3.1
Encourage the development or provision of facilities
that cater to diverse recreational and cultural
interests.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently caters to its diverse community through its recreational opportunities. As new development continues, the City will place emphasis on providing diverse and culturally representative facilities.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 9-P-3.2
Locate community facilities in and adjacent to public
parks, where possible. Encourage community
organizations to utilize these and other park facilities for recreational and cultural activities.
Implementation ongoing. As land is available and City -owned, the City works to develop community facilities in and adjacent to public parks. The City offers rental and encourages use of such City-owned facilities to community organizations for recreational and cultural activities. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-3.3
Enable private and non-profit programs to use City
recreational facilities, as needed.
Implementation ongoing. The City offers rental and encourages use of such City -owned facilities to community organizations for recreational and cultural activities. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-3.4
Continue to develop programs for the Senior Center,
featuring cultural and recreational programs,
classes and special events geared toward the
community’s seniors.
Implementation ongoing. The City has assigned staff at the Senior Center that coordinate and facilitate the planning of cultural and recreational programs, classes, and special events geared towards the Pittsburg community’s seniors. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 9-P-3.5
Support the preservation, improvement, and
development of community cultural facilities,
including cultural centers, community centers,
theaters, and libraries, that provide gathering places
for cultural exploration, expression, and inspiration.
Implementation ongoing. The City has and continues to support the preservation, improvement, and development of community cultural facilities, including cultural centers, community centers, theaters, and libraries, that provide gathering places for cultural exploration, expressi on, and inspiration. As opportunities present themselves or are identified, the City works to ensure project feasibility and buildout of such facilities. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 9-P-3.6
Participate in partnership and collaborative efforts
with local art groups and service organizations to
strengthen local, regional, and State art advocacy
efforts.
Implementation ongoing. The City actively seeks to participate in partnership and collaborative efforts with local art groups and service organizations to strengthen local, regional, and State art advocacy efforts. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-3.7
Consider adoption of an ordinance that establishes
incentives to encourage investments in public art.
Implementation pending. The City’s Community and Economic Development Department is discussing drafting a potential ordinance to establish incentives for the development of public art. Such ordinance would also establish minimum requirements for public art installation as part of new development or redevelopment projects. This Policy will be implemented. 9-P-3.8
Explore and develop new funding options for
maintenance of public art, in partnership with private
developers.
Implementation ongoing. The City’s Community and Economic Development Department is currently drafting potential ordinance language to establish incentives for the development of public art. Such ordinance would also establish minimum requirements for public art installation as part of new
development or redevelopment projects. This Policy will be implemented. 9-P-3.9
Encourage collaboration among artists, art
organizations, and other community partners,
including businesses, educational institutions, and
individuals, for acquisition and maintenance of
public art.
Implementation ongoing. Through the City’s Economic Development Division, Environmental Services Division, and Pittsburg Recreation Department, the City has established various programs to partner with artists, art organizations, and educational institutions to educate the youth in the arts. Examples of this are the utility box paintings throughout the City. Further, the City’s Community and Economic Development Department is discussing drafting a potential ordinance to establish incentives for the development of public art. Such ordinance would also establish minimum requirements for public art installation as part of new development or redevelopment projects. This Policy will be implemented. 9-P-3.10
Work in partnership with artists, art organizations,
and educational institutions to educate youth in the
arts.
Implementation ongoing. Through the City’s Economic Development Division, Environmental Services Division, and Pittsburg Recreation Department, the City has established various programs to partner with artists, art organizations, and educational institutions to educate the youth in the arts . Examples of this
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation are the utility box paintings throughout the City. This Policy will continue to be implemented. Additionally, the Marina Community Center functions as a multi -purpose community gathering space, in which educational courses are occasionally offered. To further implement this program, the City will work in partnership with artists, art organizations, and educational institutions to educate Pittsburg’s youth in the arts. This includes typical craftwork, but also fine arts, such as theatre, performances, public speaking.
Youth Program Policies
9-P-4.1
Assess and pursue the development of recreational
facilities and programs specifically geared toward
youth and teens, including: • Satellite Youth Center.
Consider the potential to expand youth and teen
center locations or to ensure adequate
transportation to the Teen Center to ensure youth in
underserved areas have a safe environment for
local youth to meet and interact, or to participate in
after-school, athletic, or cultural activities. •
Gymnasium. A large gymnasium would provide the
City with more opportunity to get youth involved in
local sports leagues and afterschool drop-in games,
such as basketball. • Aquatic Center. Consider
opportunities to establish facilities to provide
swimming, diving, and other athletic and
recreational water activities. • O pportunities to
provide additional recreational and social programs
and amenities throughout the community including
exploring the feasibility of additional sports fields,
entertainment venues and activity options, cultural
events, family-friendly festivals, and recreation and
activity programs, for all ages and abilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg continues to review its current facilities and programs , used by both Pittsburg residents and regional visitors, for improvement, expansion, and redevelopment.
Examples of these are included within the Policy itself. Most notably, however, is the Dream Courts project currently under construction and estimated for completion in 2026. Dream Courts is a state-of - the-art 41,000 square foot multi-sport complex which will be used for various sports, including basketball, volleyball, and more. The facility will also offer spaces designated for community events, workshops, and training sessions. Additionally, the fully renovated Marina Center Gym , funded through Measure M, serves as a as a full -service recreation site. The Marina Community Center provides three classrooms, a renovated gymnasium, activities for all ages, and more. Most importantly, it provides the youth and young adults of our community with a safe space to grow, play, and thrive. A third example of a youth- oriented facility within the City is Pittsburg Premier Fields. With phase one nearing completion in 2026 and subsequent phase(s) to follow, the City looks forward to providing the community with a new sports field in Pittsburg. As these developments open and begin to gain traction, they will remove the need to travel outside City Limits for youth sports tourism.
In addition to the larger -scale new developments available for Pittsburg’s youth, the Recreation Department also develops social programs and activities for the youth within the Community. Such classes and programs include swim classes, volunteer opportuni ties, planting events, My Brother’s Keeper Initiative (aims to address the opportunity gaps that boys and young men of color encounter to ensure that all young people feel supported as they pursue a promising future and a healthy life), Sparkologie (which focusses on art, stem, and design programs for children ages 6- 12), driver’s education, among others. All programs listed here are free as a community resource, with the exception of the driver’s education course.
As this Policy is implemented, the City will look to provide the youth with specified desired centers. 9-P-4.2
Promote internship programs and opportunities to
connect students with local businesses and provide
them with hands on work experience.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has an ongoing and seasonal recruitment for interns for various City departments, including Recreation, Community and Economic Development, Public Works, and the Pittsburg Police Department. Through the Pittsburg Power Company, the City runs a pre- apprentice training program entitled: “Future Build”, further fostering work placement and 16+ weeks of hands-on work experience training for low-income residents of the City. 9-P-4.3
Pursue partnerships with organizations to enhance
public-private partnerships that support youth
recreational programs.
Implementation ongoing. An ongoing private -public partnership that supports youth recreational programs is the Dream Courts development. As future opportunities arise, the City will look to pursue partnerships with various organizations to enhance public-private partnerships with the ultimate goal to support youth recreational programs. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 9-P-4.4
Support the development of community recreational
activities, events, organized sports leagues, and
other programs that serve broad segments of the
community, including teens and youth.
Implementation ongoing. The City is actively looking for additional opportunities to support the development of community recreational activities, events, organized sports leagues, and other programs that serve broad segments of the community, including teens and youth. Most notable developments include Pittsburg Premier Fields, Dream Courts, Marina Center Renovation Project, after school programs, summer programs, STEM programs, etc. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 9-P-4.5
Continue to provide support to local nonprofits and
other sports and recreational programs that provide
community recreational services on City owned
facilities.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has and will continue to provide support to local nonprofits and other sports and recreational programs that provide community recreational services on City owned facilities. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 9-P-4.6
Support land uses and recreational sports activities
that foster growth and personal development.
Implementation ongoing. The City allows for recreational sports activities within several zoning districts of the City of Pittsburg. The City strives to streamline the permitting process for such improvements, as the demand for such facilities has been voiced by the Pittsburg Community. Both Pittsburg Premier Fields and Discovery Dream Courts were issued permi ts in 2024, and, once construction is complete, these complexes will help to support the community’s demand for such uses and help to establish youth sports tourism in the City of Pittsburg. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Senior Programs Policies
9-P-5.1
Pursue partnerships with organizations to enhance
public-private partnerships that support senior
recreational programs.
Implementation ongoing. The City is working to coordinate with regional and local service providers to identify venues and opportunities for recreational services, community events, intergenerational programs social connections, and to engage older adults as part of this Policy implementation. 9-P-5.2
Support recreational activities, events, organized
sports leagues, and other programs that serve
broad segments of the community, including
seniors.
Implementation ongoing. The City aims to develop programs, recreational activities, and events, including with local schools and other organizations, that promote existing and new connections between senior and school-age residents. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Educational and Other Facilities Policies
9-P-6.1
Ensure that school facilities maintain adequate
capacity to provide for current and projected
enrollment. School district boundaries and school
facilities are shown on Figure 9-2.
Implementation ongoing. As part of the development application review process, the City requires developers to explore and consider subsequent mitigation agreements with the Pittsburg, Antioch, and Mount Diablo Unified School Districts to determine specific mitigation and phasing requirements for future schools. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-6.2
Work with Pittsburg Unified School District, Mount
Diablo Unified School District, and Antioch Unified
School District to ensure that the timing of school
construction and/or expansion is coordinated with
phasing of new residential development.
Implementation ongoing. As part of development review for residential subdivisions, the City requires new development to pay applicable school and public facility impact fees and work with developers and the school districts to ensure that adequate school and related facilities will be available. 9-P-6.3
Work cooperatively with local school districts to
explore all local and State funding sources to secure
available funding for new school facilities and
Implementation ongoing. As part of this Policy’s implementation, the City plans to require developers of new development applications to explore and consider subsequent mitigation agreements with the Pittsburg, Antioch, and Mount Diablo Unified School Districts to determine specific mitigation and phasing requirements for future schools. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation programs and to identify possible sites for the
construction of new school facilities.
9-P-6.4
Cooperate with local school districts to develop joint
school/park facilities, which provide an increased
variety of recreational opportunities close to many
residential areas. Additionally, work with school
districts to develop public parks adjacent to sc hool
facilities.
Implementation ongoing. As part of this Policy’s implementation, the City plans to require new developments to pay applicable school and public facility impact fees. In addition, the City plans to work with developers and the school districts to ensure that adequate school and r elated facilities will be available as well as public parks adjacent to school facilities. 9-P-6.5
Emphasize the integration of land uses and
activities surrounding Los Medanos Community
College. Encourage physical connections between
the College and surrounding neighborhoods,
commercial areas, and open space resources.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg plans to emphasize the integration of land uses and activities surrounding Los Medanos Community College by encouraging physical connections between the College and surrounding neighborhoods, commercial areas, and open space resource. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-6.6
Pursue joint -planning of recreational and cultural
facilities on Los Medanos Community College
campus. Work with the community college Board to
allow public access to recreational facilities and
programs.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg plans to pursue joint-planning of recreational and cultural facilities on Los Medanos Community College campus. In doing so, the City plans to work with the community college Board to allow public access to recreational facilities and programs. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
9-P-6.7
Promote use of the educational and cultural
resources available at the Pittsburg Library.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg includes the use of the educational and cultural resources available at the Pittsburg Library within the information they provide to youth and parents. The information provided by the City’s Recreation Department’s website includes t he Library within their seasonally updated brochure. The brochure details various announcements, and in the current brochure, a reading program is advertised, titled “Level up Your Reading.”
Resource Conservation and Open Space Element – 2040 General Plan Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation Sustainability and Open Space Policies
10-P-1.1 Implement the City’s Sustainability Plan to promote a healthier, more sustainable future.
Implementation ongoing. The City adopted the Sustainability Plan in October 2023 and is required to provide tri-annual updates of program implementation. The Sustainability Plan is a long-range document that guides the City towards sustainability and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission reduction goals. It includes the inventory of emissions sources in Pittsburg for 2005 and 2016, forecasts future GHG emissions through 2045, and establishes emissions reduction targets that align with goals set by California for both 2030 and 2045. The Sustainability Plan also includes emissions reduction goals and actions the City can implement to put the community on a path towards reducing GHG emissions with a focus on community health. The first tri -annual implementation update for the Pittsburg Sustainability
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10-P-1.2 Consider General Plan land use designations that include open space, parks, and similar uses, as well
as waterways (i.e., Suisun Bay, the Delta, New York
Slough, Kirker Creek,), as contributing to the City’s
open space. Figure 10-1 illustrates the City’s O pen
Space Plan.
Implementation ongoing. The City has designated areas such as the Suisun Bay, Delta, New York Slough, and Kirker Creek as “Open Space” in the City’s General Plan and Zoning regulations. These land use designations, in association with the scenic character of these areas, further aid in illustrating the City as a space of beauty, preservation, and openness. These areas currently contribute to fostering this Policy. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-1.3 Conserve open space for conservation, recreation, and agricultural uses. Conversion of open space, as
described under Policy 10- P-7.1, to developed
residential, commercial, industrial, or other similar
types of uses, shall be strongly discouraged.
Undeveloped land that is designated for urban uses
may be developed if needed to support economic
development, improve the City’s housing stock and
range of housing types, and if the proposed
development is consistent with the General Plan
Land Use Map.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently conserves areas designated for open space as areas for conservation, recreation, and agricultural uses. The allowable uses within Open Space-designated properties are very limited and require discretionary actions by the City to utilize such land. In accordance with this Policy, the City will continue to preserve such land for conservation, recreation, and agricultural uses. Any open space land use designated properties proposing to use the land for an alternative purpose would be required to obtain discretionary entitlements, including associated CEQA analysis.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-1.4 Recognize urban open space as essential to
maintaining a high quality of life and supporting
public health benefits.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently recognizes urban open space as essential to maintaining a high quality of life and that urban open space supports public health benefits. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-1.5 Support regional and local natural resource
preservation plans of public agencies, including the
San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development
Commission, the Delta Stewardship Council, and
East Bay Regional Park District, that conserve and
protect open space within Planning Area.
Implementation ongoing. The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) is requiring jurisdictions within their boundaries to adopt Sea Level Rise (SLR) plans to address future climate conditions. The City of Pittsburg is located just outside of the BCDC jurisdiction but experiences similar tidal impacts as jurisdictions located within their boundaries. As such, the City filed an application to request grant funds provided by the California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) to address improvements needed along the City’s shoreline. The City was awarded $400,000, following the competitive grant application process. Using these funds, the Planning Division is developing a Shoreline Adaptation Plan for the City of Pittsburg. Further, as preservation plans are initiated and/or adopted by BCDC, Delta Stewardship Council (DSC), and East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) within the City’s Planning Area, the City will continue to support these efforts. 10-P-1.6 Encourage public and private efforts to preserve open space by establishing partnerships with other
agencies, residents, and stakeholder organizations.
Implementation ongoing. For projects with Open Space -designated parcels or with Open -Space- designated-adjacent parcels, the City works with the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy to ensure proper analysis of open space lands. As opportunities are found, the City will work to preserve open space by establishing partnerships with other agencies, residents, and stakeholder organizations.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-1.7 Provide, and encourage access to, public and
private open space within urbanized parts of
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg has previously required public access to open space within urbanized parts of Pittsburg . Pending development entitlements such as the Bay Walk project aim to
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contrast with the built environment
restore public access to open space. Specifically, the waterfront along Suisun Bay, a natural scenic vista in the City of Pittsburg. Such access will also provide recreational and public health needs of residential and provide visual contrast with the built environment, specifically with the installation of a bay front trailway. Further, consistent with the City -adopted goals, the City is discussing feasible opportunities to provide public access to the waterfront near the intersection of Harbor Street and East Third Street within the Downtown Subarea of the General Plan. This would also yield a visual contrast with the built environment. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-1.8 Require development projects to maximize the
potential for open space, visual experiences, and
passive and active recreation.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg requires development projects to maximize the potential for open space, visual experiences, and passive and active recreation, and will continue to do so.
Requirements for Open Space in multi -family residential development projects are currently within the Pittsburg Municipal Code, and requirements for landscaped areas as part of Commercial and Industrial developments are also within the Pittsburg Municipal Code. Other General Plan policies, such as those that specify minimum park space requirements for new residential developments have been required in the past and will continue to be required. For developments that are unable to satisfy park requirements, the City receives This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-1.9 Preserve land under Williamson Act contract in agriculture, consistent with State law, until urban
services are available and expansion of
development would occur in an orderly and
contiguous fashion.
Implementation complete. There are no parcels in the City of Pittsburg currently under a Williamson Act Contract. Assessor’s Parcel Number 094-360-022 and 089-050-056 border the City’s southern City Limit line and are currently under Williamson Act Contracts. Both are classified as nonprime agriculture land, which means “land which is enrolled in a Williamson Act contract and does not meet any of the criteria for classification as Prime Agricultural Land” (California Department of Conservation). There are no current applications to annex these parcels into the City Limi ts and therefore this Policy is implemented and will be revisited if any such annexation proposals are initiated. 10-P-1.10 Encourage agricultural landowners in Pittsburg’s Planning Area to participate in Williamson Act
contracts and other programs that provide long-term
protection of agricultural lands. Discourage the
cancellation of Williamson Act contracts outside the
City Limits.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg provides information to agricultural landowners in Pittsburg’s Planning Area where applicable. The City does not encourage cancellation of Williamson Act contracts outside the City Limits. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-1.11 Minimize conflicts between agricultural and urban land uses.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg’s Open Space zoning designations, where agricultural uses are permitted, are primarily located along the City’s southern boundary. Consistent with this Policy, uses abutting Open Space zoning designations will be required, as Conditions of Approval, to acknowledge the rights to use agricultural land for agricultural purpos es. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Ecological Resources, The Bay, and The Delta Policies
10-P-2.1 Ensure that open space and natural landscapes
remain a major component of lands near the Bay
and the Delta (see Figure 10-2).
Implementation ongoing. The City’s open space and natural landscapes found in lands near the Bay and the Delta are zoned Open Space and prohibit uses that would alter their landscape. Therefore, preservation of Open Space and natural landscapes in this area will be maintained and this Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-2.2 Support the long -term viability and success of the natural Bay and Delta ecosystems and the
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently supports the long -term viability and success of the natural Bay and Delta ecosystems and the continuation of Delta heritage. As applicable, the City
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encouraging preservation and restoration of
contiguous portions of important wildlife habitats
remnants of riparian and aquatic habitat.
supports preservation and restoration of contiguous portions of important wildlife habitats remnants or riparian and aquatic habitat. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-2.3 Require new development projects to cooperate
with the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) to
protect the Browns Island Regional Shoreline and
the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve.
Implementation ongoing. As applications are filed for new development in applicable locations, the City would require such new development to cooperate with EBRPD to protect the Browns Island Regional Shoreline and the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve. Both Browns Island Regional Shoreline and Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve are home to rare and endangered species. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-2.4 Preserve the natural Bay and Delta shoreline habitat on Browns Island and grasslands habitat at Black
Diamond Mines.
Implementation ongoing. As applications are filed for new development in applicable locations, the City would require such new development to cooperate with EBRPD to protect the Browns Island Regional Shoreline and the Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve to ensure preservation of habitat. Both Browns Island Regional Shoreline and Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve are home to rare and endangered species. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-2.5 Conserve natural terrain, native vegetation, and sensitive habitats and recognize the role of native
vegetation, natural terrain and green infrastructure
in natural resource and watershed management.
Implementation ongoing. The City strives to conserve natural terrain, native vegetation, and sensitive habitats throughout the City. The City understands the role of native vegetation, natural terrain, and green infrastructure in natural resources and watershed management. In new development review, the City requires native plantings to further compliance with this Policy. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-2.6 Support efforts to protect and enhance the Bay and Delta ecosystem and Pittsburg’s creeks in
perpetuity for their value in providing visual amenity, drainage capacity, and habitat value, through a
variety of measures including local conservation
efforts th at improve adequate water supply and
quality.
Implementation ongoing. The City supports efforts and will continue to support efforts to protect and enhance the Bay and Delta ecosystem and Pittsburg’s creeks in perpetuity for their value. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-2.7 Preserve large areas of naturally vegetated habitat to allow for water infiltration and reduce flood
hazards in the Kirker Creek watershed by requiring
that new development minimizes paved areas.
Implementation ongoing. The City preserves large areas of naturally vegetated habitat to allow for water infiltration and reduce flood hazards in the Kirker Creek watershed by requiring new developments to minimize non-pervious areas. Where new development areas do not have naturally vegetated land, the City requires installation of landscaping compliant with Provision C.3 of the County’s Clear Water Program, as governed by the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-2.8 Require new development projects and expansion of existing uses to conserve sensitive habitat,
including special status species.
Implementation ongoing. As part of project analysis, the City requires specific Conditions of Approval and/or Mitigation Measures to ensure conservation of sensitive habitat, including special status species.
This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-2.9 Work with Contra Costa County, the EBRPD, and
the City of Antioch, to expand the regional open-
Implementation ongoing. As the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan/Natural Community Conservation Plan (HCP/NCCP) Preserve System continues to expand, the City will work with adjoining agencies and jurisdictions to expand the regional open-space system in the southern hills
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Resource Conservation and Open Space Element – 2040 General Plan Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation space system in the southern hills to preserve
California annual grasslands habitat.
to preserve California annual grasslands habitat. The Preserve System currently totals over 12,000 acres of newly conserved land, dedicated to the HCP/NCCP. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-2.10 Advocate clustering of houses to preserve large, unbroken blocks of open space, particularly within
sensitive habitat areas during the design of hillside
residential projects.
Implementation ongoing. As development applications are filed applicable to this Policy, it will be implemented. Potential projects applicable to this Policy include the Faria Hills development, approved in 2024.x This Policy will continue to be implemented to preserve large, unbroken blocks of open space. 10-P-2.11 Encourage the preservation of wildlife corridors to ensure the integrity of habitat linkages.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently encourages the preservation of wildlife corridors to ensure the integrity of habitat linkages. As development applications are filed, and when applicable habitat is found on City property, this Policy will be further implemented. 10-P-2.12 Continue to support and implement the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan (Eastern
County HCP).
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg is one of five jurisdictions implementing the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan, alongside Contra Costa County and the cities of Brentwood, Clayton, and Oakley. Chapter 15.108 of the Pittsburg Municipal Code specifies the City’s implementation policies and the City’s role as an administrator. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-2.13 Support the reclamation of wetlands and
marshlands along local industrial waterfronts.
Implementation ongoing. The City currently supports the reclamation of wetlands and marshlands along local industrial waterfronts and will continue to do so. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-2.14 Collaborate with developers to maintain, and where feasible establish enhancements to, creeks,
marshes, wetlands, and riparian corridors in the
design of new development.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently encourages compliance with this Policy through pending entitlement developments, such as the Bay Walk development. When additional projects are filed applicable to this Policy, it will be implemented. 10-P-2.15 Protect and restore threatened natural resources, such as wildlife, estuaries, tidal zones, marine life,
wetlands, and waterfowl habitat.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg is home to various native habitats and implements mitigation measures to ensure, to the greatest extent feasible, that there are buffers between natural resources and defensible space between development and Fire Hazard Severity Zones, as designated by CalFire.
10-P-2.16 Limit dredging and filling of wetlands and
marshlands, particularly adjacent to Browns Islands
Preserve.
Implementation pending. The City of Pittsburg does not currently have any projects in progress applicable to this Policy. As projects are identified and filed, the City would review them for compliance with this Policy and ensure dredging and/or filling of wetlands is limited to the greatest extent feasible. 10-P-2.17 Work with industrial property -owners along the waterfront to improve urban runoff and water quality
levels within the Bay wetlands.
Implementation ongoing. The City plans to work with industrial property owners along the waterfront to improve urban runoff and water quality levels within the Bay wetlands. At current, the City requires all developments, including industrial developments along the waterfront, to prepare plans for stormwater runoff and drainage facilities, including the installation of C,3 facilities and detention basins. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-2.18 Recognize that climate change impacts may
influence future guidance, and best available data,
and continue to ensure that up-to -date information
is consulted when reviewing projects for potential
impacts to biological resources, including the Bay,
Delta, and sensitive habitats.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently recognizes the impacts of climate change. As part of the implementation of the City’s Sustainability Plan, the City continues to address climate concerns as part of new development review and as part of existing infrastructure improvements. More recently, the City has contracted with an environmental consulting firm to conduct a new inventory analysis of the City’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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10-P-3.1 Require development to use best management
practices (BMPs) to minimize the runoff and erosion
caused by earth movement.
Implementation ongoing. As part of development Condition of Approval and Implementation Measure(s), BMPs are required upon new developments to ensure developments minimize the runoff and erosion caused by earth movement. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-3.2 Encourage preservation of natural creeks and
riparian habitat as best as possible.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently implements this Policy and will continue to do so in association with partner environmental agencies, such as the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
Water Quality Policies
10-P-4.1 Implement local conservation efforts that improve the San Joaquin River Delta water supply and
quality by supporting the long-term viability of the
natural Delta ecosystems and the continuation of
Delta heritage through encouraging protection and
restoration of the ecosystem.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently encourages protection and restoration of the ecosystem along the City’s waterfront. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-4.2 Protect the water availability and quality of the San Joaquin River Delta for beneficial uses and habitat
protection.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently imposes requirements of development applications and of Capital Improvement Programs to ensure protection of water availability and water quality. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-4.3 Comply with Regional Water Quality Control Board regulations and standards to maintain and improve
the quality of both surface water and groundwater
resources.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently follows all regulations prescribed by the San Francisco Regional Water Quality Control Board ( SFRWQCB). This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-4.4 Address soil and groundwater pollution during
development, redevelopment, and reuse projects.
Implementation ongoing. As development, redevelopment, and reuse projects are filed, the City’s environmental analysis, in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) address soil and groundwater pollution. Mitigation measures are implemented to ensure this is a requirement during grading and soil disturbance activities. This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-4.5 Reduce sedimentation and erosion of waterways by minimizing site disturbance and vegetation removal.
Implementation ongoing. In compliance with the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, the City requires the implementation of Best Management Practices to prevent stormwater pollution due to ground disturbing activity. In addition, the City require s development to mitigate for the impervious surfaces created with the implementation of low impact development design features to prevent pollution transport and prevent downstream erosion. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-4.6 Encourage rehabilitation and revegetation of
riparian corridors and wetlands throughout the City
to contribute to bioremediation and improved water
quality.
Implementation ongoing. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers determine the locations of wetlands in the City. The City encourages the rehabilitation and revegetation of wetlands and riparian corridors in the City of Pittsburg in order to aid in preserving special-status species habitat and to contribute to bioremediation and improved water quality. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
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Resource Conservation and Open Space Element – 2040 General Plan Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 10-P-4.7 Monitor water quality in the local creek and reservoir system to ensure clean supplies for human
consumption and ecosystem health.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg will continue to monitor water quality in the local creek and reservoir system to ensure clean supplies for human consumption and ecosystem health. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-4.8 Protect water quality by reducing non-point sources of pollution and the dumping of debris in and near
creeks, storm drains, and Contra Costa Canal. All
drainage from new development should either be
directed to a City storm drain system that avoids
CCWD f acilities and Contra Costa Canal right -of-
way, or obtain an encroachment permit from CCWD
consistent with Action 10-A-2.h.
Implementation ongoing. The City implements the provisions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination (NPDES) permit to prevent pollution of the City’s waterways. In addition, the City actively engages in on-land debris removal near creek channels to minimize impacts to our receiving waters.
Further, the City of Pittsburg’s Public Works Department manages its own local water treatment plant, where water is treated and rigorously tested every four hours to ensure the quality of the water meets local, regional, State, and Federal water quality regulations, as applicable. The City prepares an annual report of its water quality for further transparency. Additionally, as part of new development review, the City will continue to require that all drainage from new development(s) be directed to a City storm drai n system or obtain an encroachment permit from Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) consistent with Action 10-A-2.h (as applicable). This Policy will continue to be implemented. 10-P-4.9 Require projects to comply with best management practices for development and construction on sites
where the erosion potential is moderate to severe or
which may affect riparian areas, which may include:
• Use of bench terraces where areas of long
slopes may create a stormwater gradient
flow;
• Construction of berms between any
riparian corridor and the construction site
to preclude sediment in stormwaters and
sheetfloods from entering riparian zones;
and
• Completing the storm drainage system in
the early phase of construction to manage
stormwater runoff during construction.
Implementation ongoing. As projects are filed where erosion potential is moderate to severe, or which may affect riparian areas, the City will require specified BMPs in this Policy as Condition(s) of Approval and/or Mitigation Measures. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-4.10 Continue use and implementation of the City's storm drain marking program in newly developed or
redeveloped areas.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg requires storm drain markings informing the public that the storm drain deposits in the Delta. Compliance with this requirement is included as a project Condition of Approval. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-4.11 Encourage groundwater recharge through water
management strategies, including reducing urban
runoff through low impact development designed to
conserve natural resources and facilitate
groundwater recharge.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg continues to encourage groundwater recharge through water management strategies, including reducing urban runoff through low impact development designed to conserve natural resources and facilitate groundwater recharge. This Policy w ill continue to be implemented.
Aesthetics and Visual Resources Policies
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Resource Conservation and Open Space Element – 2040 General Plan Policy Policy Description Status of Policy Implementation 10-P-5.1 Promote residential rooflines that are oriented in the same direction as the natural hillside slope.
Implementation ongoing. As part of Design Review or Administrative Design Review applications for residential development applications that are located in areas containing or adjacent to hillsides and/or slopes, the City will require residential rooflines to be oriented in the same direction of the natural hillside slope. This Policy will be implemented as applicable applications are filed. 10-P-5.2 Encourage preservation and enhancement of the
natural characteristics of the San Joaquin River
Delta in a manner that encourages public access.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg is currently exploring feasible developments to further engage the Pittsburg community with the waterfront. As one of the only cities in Eastern Contra Costa County with access to the waterfront, the City is eager to explore ideas to connect youth, recreation, economic development, and sustainability in a thoughtful way that continues to identify the City as a place of beauty, spaciousness, and open space. This Policy will be implemented as public or private development applications are filed applicable to this Policy. 10-P-5.3 Maintain and enhance views to and from the San Joaquin River Delta.
Implementation ongoing. The viewshed of the San Joaquin River Delta is a staple of the San Marco development in the southwest area of the City. Staggered height residential development further improves the aesthetic viewshed of the natural characteristics of the Delta. Future residential dwellings constructed as part of the Faria Development Project will also have access to such viewshed. Pending developments, such as the Bay Walk development, must undergo strict development regulation analysis to ensure cohesion between new development and existing scenic vitality. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-5.4 Preserve significant visual resources that include unique landforms (e.g., skyline ridges, intermediate
ridges, hilltops, and rock outcroppings), creeks,
lakes, and open space areas in a natural state, to
the extent possible.
Implementation ongoing. As part of development review, the City requires the preservation of significant visual resources that include unique landforms (e.g., skyline ridges, intermediate ridges, hilltops, and rock outcroppings), creeks, lakes, and open space areas in a natural state, to the extent possible. This Policy will continue to be implemented as part of future development application review for projects consisting of unique landforms, as specified within this Policy. 10-P-5.5 Require new development to avoid obstructing
views of, and to minimize impacts to, significant
visual resources through the following: creative site
planning; integration of natural features into the
project; appropriate scale, materials, and design to
complement the surrounding natural landscape;
clustering of development to preserve open space
vistas and natural features; minimal disturbance of
topography; and creation of contiguous open space
networks.
Implementation ongoing. The City of Pittsburg currently requires avoidance measures to minimize obstructing views of, and minimization of impacts to significant visual resources through the following:
creative site planning; integration of natural features into the project; appropriate scale, materials, and design to complement the surrounding natural landscape; clustering of development to preserve open space vistas and natural features; minimal disturbance of topography; and creation of contiguous open space networks. This Policy is further codified within Pittsburg Municipal Code Section 18.56.090 within the Development Standards required upon Hillside Planned Development projects. This Policy will continue to be implemented.
10-P-5.6 Ensure that the visibility of new development from natural features and open space areas is minimized
to preserve the landforms and ridgelines that
provide a natural backdrop to the open space
systems. Major and minor ridgelines are shown on
Figure 10-2.
Implementation ongoing. Viewsheds of the major and minor ridgelines within the southern hills will continue to be maintained. As part of the Southwest Hills / Faria development project, a Master Plan was developed, specifying that viewsheds shall be reviewed during subsequent submittals. Specifically, “a viewshed analysis shall be required in conjunction with any request for development to ensure impacts from nearby public vantage points, as well as neighboring properties, are minimized to the maximum extent practicable.” This Policy will continue to be implemented.