5.1 February 24, 2026
TO: Planning Commission
REQUESTED BY: Travis Randel, Deputy City Manager, Development Services APPROVED BY: Robert A. Johnson, City Manager
SUBJECT: 2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040 RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission RECEIVE and FILE the 2025 General Plan 2040 Annual Progress Report.
DISCUSSION:
The City of San Jacinto's General Plan 2040 serves as the long-range framework for managing growth and development while enhancing the quality of life for residents. Pursuant to State law, the City submits an annual report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation detailing progress on General Plan implementation, including the Housing Element.
This staff report provides the Planning Commission with an overview of the City's progress in implementing General Plan 2040, including key accomplishments and ongoing initiatives.
Reviewing implementation status ensures the Plan remains an effective policy guide and positions the City to proactively address future development and housing needs. Following Planning Commission review, the report will be presented to the City Council prior to submittal to the State.
ANNUAL REPORTING
Given the long-term nature of the General Plan, it is critical to periodically evaluate its effectiveness and document the implementation status of the various policies and actions it contains. State law provides direction on how cities and counties can maintain the General Plan as a useful policy guide and requires the City to annually report "the status of the plan and progress in its implementation" (California Government Code Section 65400(b)) to the City Council. The attached Implementation Summary identifies each action outlined in the General Plan along with its status through 2025 and associated notes. Below is a summary of the achievements completed by the City and ongoing efforts to implement General Plan 2040.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Land Use
Since the adoption of the General Plan, the City has made significant strides in aligning its development with the General Plan Land Use Map and Element. Ordinances 22-10 and 22-11, adopted in December 2022, successfully updated the Development Code and Zoning Map, creating new zoning districts to support Downtown Village and Mixed-Use designations. The Development Code has since been updated twice to address changes in state law and to increase internal consistency. In addition, the Code Enforcement Division continues to regularly analyze caseloads to ensure adequate staffing levels. Additionally, the City has been seeking funding for Packet Pg. 1348
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Economic Development
The City has demonstrated a robust commitment to fostering economic development. By establishing partnerships with the Riverside County Workforce Development Center and Mount San Jacinto College, the City supports entrepreneurship and business resources. The launch of San Jacinto Connect Online has streamlined the business license process and expedited entitlement and permit processes, enhancing efficiency. Marketing strategies are actively being pursued to attract healthcare facilities and hotel uses, leveraging comprehensive market studies to inform potential developers. Collaborations with regional partners, such as the Building Industry Association (BIA), have led to the development of a wayfinding program that includes signage for new home developments, regional recreational facilities, and City landmarks. The City is also exploring options to revitalize Main Street with entryway signage and transitioning to the official City Seal to reinforce identity on public documents, vehicles, buildings, and facilities.
Mobility
The City's commitment to enhancing mobility is evident in the substantial investments made in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). For FY25/26, the CIP includes $39 million allocated for road repairs, rehabilitation, replacement, and widening. In addition, approximately $17 million in Capital Improvement Program funding has been allocated toward parks and water infrastructure projects, reflecting the City's broader commitment to supporting mobility, recreation access, and essential public infrastructure improvements in tandem with roadway investments.
In the summer of 2025, a comprehensive rehabilitation of State Street was completed. Key upcoming projects utilizing non-city funds include the widening of Esplanade Avenue, and Warren Road funded through the TUMF program. New roadway projects are reviewed to ensure compliance with Complete Streets concepts, promoting safety and accessibility for all users.
Significant investments have been made to improve ADA access throughout the community, including sidewalk repairs and ADA ramp installations, ensuring inclusivity for all residents.
Public Safety
Ensuring public safety remains a top priority for the City. All development projects undergo thorough reviews for compliance with seismic and safety standards, with the Emergency Operations Plan regularly updated to ensure effective resource allocation during emergencies.
The City maintains Mutual Aid Agreements with neighboring entities and has updated the Fire Code to the most recent standards. Efforts to enhance police protection are ongoing.
Comprehensive reviews ensure that new developments address hazards related to air pollution, hazardous materials, and natural disasters, fostering a safe living environment for all residents.
Resource Management
The City has been proactive in managing and protecting open space areas and investing in parks, water, and environmental infrastructure through collaboration with public and private agencies.
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Efforts to enhance water conservation, stormwater management, and the use of recycled water are ongoing. In partnership with EMWD, the City successfully converted Catalpa Park from potable water to recycled water irrigation, saving approximately 330,000 gallons of potable water annually. Sustainable energy initiatives are also being explored, with the City evaluating opportunities to expand or add new renewable energy facilities. The commitment to resource management ensures that San Jacinto remains a sustainable and resilient community.
In addition to conservation and recycled water initiatives, the City has made substantial capital investments in its municipal water production, treatment, storage, and control systems to strengthen long-term reliability and resiliency.
The City completed the drilling of the new Grand Well and is currently under construction of the Grand Well Treatment Plant. The new well is designed to produce up to 2,500 gallons per minute, significantly increasing local groundwater production capacity, improving system redundancy, and addressing prior State sanitary survey findings related to pumping capacity and fire flow compliance. The treatment plant replaces aging infrastructure, modernizes iron and manganese removal, and enhances overall water quality and regulatory compliance.
The City also undertook major rehabilitation efforts at existing well facilities. This includes structural and re-equipping of the Lake Park Well, historically the City's highest-producing groundwater source, restoring critical production capacity and reducing the risk of supply shortages during peak summer demand. Significant upgrades were also completed at the Bath and Artesia well sites, including treatment system improvements and integration into the City's upgraded control system.
To modernize operational oversight, the City is implementing a new Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to replace its 20-year-old legacy system. The upgraded system enhances real-time monitoring and control of wells, reservoirs, booster pumps, and treatment facilities, improving alarm reliability, operational response time, and overall water system resiliency. It also incorporates updated cybersecurity protocols to address increasing cyber threats and strengthen protection of critical infrastructure.
In March 2026, the City anticipates bringing the new Bath Treatment Plant fully online following a 12-month construction effort. This project represents a significant investment in local water treatment capacity and further strengthens the City's ability to deliver safe, high- quality potable water to residents and businesses.
Collectively, these improvements represent one of the most significant water infrastructure modernization efforts in recent City history and directly support General Plan policies related to infrastructure reliability, public health protection, and long-term resource sustainability.
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5.1 sustainability. Collectively, these improvements represent one of the most significant water and parks infrastructure modernization efforts in recent City history and directly support General Plan policies related to infrastructure reliability, public health protection, and long-term resource sustainability.
Environmental Justice
The City is dedicated to promoting equitable development and public health. Rigorous environmental assessments are conducted to address potential health risks from industrial projects. Public participation is encouraged to ensure equitable outcomes, with multilingual materials and outreach events tailored to engage diverse communities. The City values its history and indigenous people, actively supporting the telling of their story through art installations and community initiatives.
Housing
The Housing APR is a complex report that identifies the number of housing units submitted for entitlement, receive a building permit, and receive a certificate of occupancy during the calendar year at the various income levels. It's used to track the City's progress toward the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) goals established by the State as allocated by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). Because housing development is a long progress, there are instances where properties may be identified in one or more of these categories during the reporting year. For instance, a property at "123 Main Street" may have been submitted for entitlement and approved in 2025 but has not yet filed for building permit or Certificate of Occupancy. In this case, the property record would show up in the "Applications Submitted" and "Completed Entitlement" but not the "Building Permit" or "Certificate of Occupancy" tables.
A copy of the Housing Element APR is attached for additional information.
REMAINING ACTIONS AND ONGOING EFFORTS
Building on the substantial progress made, the City remains dedicated to advancing several ongoing actions as we evaluate these programs and identify funding opportunities. The General Plan 2040 is a long-term document designed to guide the City's decisions over the next 15 years, ensuring sustainable and strategic growth. As such, it is essential to recognize that while many milestones have been achieved, there are additional tasks that the City will undertake to fully realize the Plan's vision.
In the area of Economic Development, the City is committed to maintaining and expanding business engagement efforts. This includes regular interaction with the local business community through roundtable events, surveys, local and regional development conferences, including ICSC, and awards recognition programs. Additionally, the City is actively pursuing the establishment of new partnerships with regional entities to enhance business development and support. Identifying and promoting available commercial properties continues to be a priority, with efforts to provide real-time information to prospective developers and businesses.
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5.1 and strategic investment. The CEDS will identify priority industries, infrastructure needs, and funding opportunities, positioning the City to better compete for state and federal grants and regional economic development resources. The draft CEDS is anticipated to be presented to the Planning Commission and City Council in the second quarter of 2026 for review and adoption.
Mobility remains a critical focus as the City continues to identify and secure funding for priority roadway and circulation improvements. Building on recent investments in roadway rehabilitation and widening projects, the City is actively pursuing additional grant funding, regional transportation allocations, and development impact fee resources to advance critical corridor improvements. These efforts are intended to enhance connectivity, improve traffic flow, and reduce congestion as residential and commercial growth continues throughout the community.
The City continues to coordinate closely with regional partners and transportation agencies to ensure projects align with regional mobility plans and funding eligibility requirements. Emphasis is being placed on improvements to major arterials, intersection enhancements, and long-term corridor planning to address projected traffic volumes. In addition, all roadway projects are reviewed through the lens of Complete Streets principles, ensuring accommodations for pedestrians, bicyclists, and persons with disabilities while maintaining efficient vehicular circulation.
Through proactive planning, pursuit of alternative funding sources, and integration of mobility improvements into the Capital Improvement Program, the City is positioning itself to deliver transportation infrastructure that supports economic development, public safety access, and long- term community growth.
Public Safety remains a core priority as the City continues to grow. As new development projects are submitted, the City coordinates closely with the San Jacinto Police Department, provided through the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, and the Riverside County Fire Department to evaluate service impacts and ensure adequate staffing, equipment, and response capabilities are maintained. This review process helps confirm that new development does not outpace public safety infrastructure and that appropriate mitigation measures are incorporated when necessary.
In addition, the City has initiated updates to its Emergency Operations Plan and is preparing for participation in the 2028 Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. These efforts will strengthen the City's ability to plan for and respond to natural disasters, extreme weather events, wildfire risks, and other regional hazards. By proactively engaging in hazard mitigation planning and emergency preparedness coordination, the City is positioning itself to enhance long-term community resilience and improve eligibility for state and federal grant funding.
Through continued collaboration with regional partners and a forward-looking approach to emergency planning, the City remains committed to maintaining a safe, responsive, and well- coordinated public safety framework that protects residents, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
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The City also remains focused on strengthening long-term water supply reliability and infrastructure resiliency. Ongoing efforts include coordination with regional partners on the development of an emergency interagency water inter-tie to provide backup supply during system failures or extreme events. The City is pursuing phased replacement of aging backup generators at wells, lift stations, and other critical facilities to ensure uninterrupted service during power outages and emergencies. These improvements enhance operational flexibility and system redundancy.
Additionally, the City will continue expanding recycled water use, implementing advanced water conservation programs, and identifying funding opportunities for future well rehabilitation, treatment upgrades, and storage improvements. These efforts are essential to maintaining a resilient water system in a region prone to drought, extreme heat, and wildfire-related power disruptions. The City is also evaluating opportunities to add new renewable energy facilities, aligning infrastructure investments with broader sustainability and climate adaptation goals.
Environmental Justice is a cornerstone of the City's commitment to equitable development. The City actively engages with diverse communities to ensure their voices are heard in the planning process. This engagement includes promoting equitable development practices and ensuring that all residents have access to the benefits of growth and development. By fostering inclusive participation, the City ensures that development decisions reflect the needs and aspirations of the entire community.
By staying committed to these actions, the City ensures continuous progress toward achieving the goals set forth in the General Plan 2040. This long-term commitment will guide San Jacinto's development, ensuring a resilient, vibrant, and inclusive future for all its residents. The Planning Commission's ongoing support and acknowledgment of these efforts are vital in maintaining the momentum of our strategic goals and ensuring the successful implementation of the General Plan 2040.
CONCLUSION:
Monitoring implementation of General Plan 2040 provides the City with a clear understanding of progress made and areas requiring continued attention. This annual review ensures that growth is managed in a deliberate and strategic manner, aligned with adopted policies related to land use, mobility, housing, public safety, resource management, and economic development.
Over the past year, the City has advanced significant infrastructure investments, strengthened water supply reliability and emergency preparedness planning, expanded economic development initiatives, and continued to align development practices with long-term sustainability goals.
These actions reflect a coordinated effort to support responsible growth while maintaining essential public services and protecting community resources.
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The Planning Commission's and City Council's review and acknowledgment of this report affirms the City's continued commitment to proactive planning, infrastructure resiliency, and long-term community vitality.
ATTACHMENTS:
2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary
Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040
Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table
Housing Element Annual Progress Report Units By Affordability Table Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table
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CONTENTS
Introduction...
Date of Presentation to the City Council
Date of Last General Plan Update......
General Plan Implementation Progress...
Land Use...
Economic Development...
Mobility....
Public Safety... .6
Resource Management..
Environmental Justice..
Housing Element APR Summary... .8
General Plan Compliance with State Guidelines... .8
Environmental Justice Considerations...... .9
Collaborative Planning with Military Lands..
Consultation with Tribal Communities......
General Plan Amendments.... ....11
Major Development Applications Processed…... ....11 Attachment: 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Submission and Compliance Detail........ .... 12
Appendix A - General Plan 2040 ........... ....13
Appendix B- General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary .... 14 Appendix C - Housing Element APR...... ..... 1. 15
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INTRODUCTION
The City of San Jacinto has prepared and submits this Annual Progress Report (APR) to the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). This report satisfies the requirements of Government Code Section 65400(a)(2) and provides an update on the implementation of the Envision San Jacinto - General Plan 2040 for the reporting period of January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.
The City of San Jacinto's General Plan 2040 serves as the City's long-range policy framework for guiding growth, development, and public investment while enhancing the overall quality of life for residents. The General Plan establishes a comprehensive vision for land use, economic development, mobility, public safety, environmental stewardship, environmental justice, and housing. This Annual Progress Report documents the City's continued implementation of General Plan 2040 policies and programs, demonstrates compliance with applicable state planning laws, and provides transparency regarding planning-related actions taken during the reporting year.
This report summarizes progress made toward achieving the General Plan's goals and implementation measures, identifies actions completed or ongoing during 2025, and highlights major planning initiatives, discretionary approvals, and regulatory actions that support the City's long-term vision.
Purpose of the Annual Progress Report (APR)
Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) The General Plan Annual Progress Report is a required accountability and reporting tool that evaluates the City's progress in implementing the goals, policies, and implementation programs of the General Plan 2040. The APR provides a structured framework for documenting land use decisions, infrastructure investments, housing activities, economic development efforts, environmental justice considerations, and public safety initiatives undertaken during The APR also serves as an internal and external reference for assessing the effectiveness of adopted policies, identifying implementation trends, and informing future planning priorities. By compiling this information annually, the City ensures that General Plan implementation remains aligned with adopted policy direction, state mandates, and evolving community needs.
Consistent with Government Code Section 65400(b), this report is presented to the City Council at a public meeting to facilitate transparency, public review, and policy discussion. Following City Council review, the APR is submitted to LCI and HCD to satisfy state reporting requirements and demonstrate the City's ongoing commitment to comprehensive planning, regulatory compliance, and responsible growth management.
Annual Reporting Requirements
Given the long-term nature of the General Plan, periodic evaluation is essential to ensuring its continued effectiveness and relevance. State law requires cities to prepare and submit an Annual Progress Report (APR) documenting the status of the General Plan and progress toward implementation of its goals, policies, and programs. The purpose of this annual reporting requirement is to: Attachment: 2025 General • Ensure transparency in the City's planning and decision-making processes. • Evaluate compliance with State-mandated land use and housing requirements. • Inform policymakers and the public of planning achievements, ongoing efforts, and implementation challenges.
• Support timely adjustments to policies, ordinances, and planning priorities based on demonstrated progress and emerging needs.
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The attached General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary provides a detailed overview of the status of each implementation program as of calendar year 2025, reflecting the City's continued progress across land use, mobility, economic development, housing, environmental justice, and public safety.
DATE OF PRESENTATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL
The General Plan Annual Progress Report was presented to the San Jacinto Planning Commission at a public meeting on February 17, 2026, and subsequently to the San Jacinto City Council at a public meeting on March 3, 2026. The Report - General Plan 2040)
DATE OF LAST GENERAL PLAN UPDATE
The City of San Jacinto adopted its comprehensive General Plan update, Envision San Jacinto - General Plan 2040 (General Plan 2040), in December 2022. The update was informed by extensive technical analysis, stakeholder engagement, and public participation. General Plan 2040 reflects the City's commitment to balanced growth, Progress economic vitality, environmental stewardship, and the long-term well-being of residents. It serves as a policy roadmap guiding how the City will grow and evolve over the coming decades, incorporating contemporary planning principles, State requirements, and community-driven priorities.
General Plan 2040 includes all State-mandated elements required under California law, including Land Use, Circulation, Conservation, Open Space, Noise, Safety, Housing, and Environmental Justice. The General Plan also includes optional elements, such as Economic Development, reflecting the City's emphasis on balancing jobs, housing, and economic opportunity. The table below summarizes the General Plan elements and their relationship to State planning requirements.
State Requirement
General Plan Elements
Land Use Circulation Conservation Open Space Noise Safety Housing Environmental Justice Optional Topics Attachment: 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Introduction
Land Use
Economic
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Mobility
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Management
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This Annual Progress Report provides an evaluation of the City's implementation efforts under General Plan 2040, including major planning initiatives, discretionary actions, and regulatory updates undertaken during the reporting year.
GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS
The City of San Jacinto continues to advance the goals and policies of the General Plan 2040 through coordinated lanning, regulatory actions, and implementation programs across all General Plan elements. The City's approach t and use, economic development, mobility, public safety, resource management, and environmental justice support orderly growth while maintaining community character and long-term sustainability.
Implementation of the General Plan is carried out through ongoing policy execution, periodic code updates, implementation during the reporting period
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LAND USE
The City of San Jacinto continues to implement General Plan 2040 land use policies through administration of the Development Code, Zoning Map, and ongoing discretionary and ministerial development review consistent with adopted land use designations and standards. Implementation of zoning districts supporting the Downtown Village and Mixed-Use land use categories remain in effect (LU-la, LU-4a), reinforcing compact development patterns and opportunities for higher-intensity and mixed-use projects in targeted areas. The comprehensive update to the Subdivision Code (LU-Ic) has improved procedural clarity, subdivision design standards, and consistency with State Subdivision Map Act requirements, while ongoing review of development proposals ensures compliance with adopted density, intensity, and site development standards (LU-1d).
Land use implementation also includes continued application of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Overlay Zone and related Development Code provisions designed to facilitate residential development consistent with State housing law and the City's Housing Element programs (LU-1b). Project-level review ensures internal consistency between zoning, General Plan designations, and Housing Element site inventories, supporting compliance with RHNA planning obligations.
Consistent with General Plan policies promoting orderly growth and preservation of community character, the City Attachment: 2025 General
In addition, the City actively pursues grant funding and external resources to support residential rehabilitation, neighborhood reinvestment, and landscape improvement initiatives (LU-Sd, LU-5e). These efforts reinforce General Plan objectives related to housing quality, neighborhood vitality, and long-term land use sustainability. 4| Page
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The City continues to implement its Economic Development Program in support of business attraction, retention, reinvestment, and long-term economic vitality consistent with General Plan 2040 policies (ED-la). Ongoing coordination with the Riverside County Workforce Development Center and Mount San Jacinto College supports workforce development initiatives, entrepreneurship training, and expanded access to business resources, helping align local employment opportunities with emerging industry needs (ED-1b).
Implementation actions to streamline business licensing and permitting processes have been completed through the launch of the San Jacinto Connect Online platform, improving accessibility, transparency, and processing efficiency for applicants (ED-le, ED-lf). These improvements reduce administrative barriers to entry and enhance the City's competitiveness in attracting new investment.
The City continues to proactively market priority land uses, including healthcare facilities, hospitality, and commercial development opportunities, and collaborates with regional partners to advance coordinated business attraction strategies and economic development initiatives (ED-2b, ED-2d, ED-5a). Participation in regional conferences and industry events supports outreach to prospective investors and reinforces San Jacinto's position within the broader regional economy.
In addition, the City has initiated preparation of a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) to establish a structured framework for long-term economic growth, infrastructure prioritization, workforce alignment, and grant competitiveness. The CEDS will identify target industry sectors, infrastructure gaps, and funding strategies Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) consistent with General Plan economic development objectives. Adoption of the CEDS will strengthen the City's ability to pursue state and federal grant opportunities and align local economic development initiatives with regional and national funding priorities (ED-3a, ED-4a).
Collectively, these efforts advance General Plan policies supporting job creation, economic diversification, and balanced growth that integrates employment opportunities with housing and infrastructure planning.
MOBILITY
The City continues to implement General Plan mobility policies through coordinated planning, capital investment, and development review efforts aimed at improving vehicular, pedestrian, and multimodal transportation infrastructure (M-la, M-lb). Significant roadway rehabilitation and widening projects have been completed and programmed through the Capital Improvement Program, supporting system capacity, pavement preservation, and long-term infrastructure reliability. ADA accessibility improvements remain a standard component of roadway and capital projects, including sidewalk repairs, curb ramp upgrades, and compliance with current accessibility standards (M-ld).
The City periodically evaluates designated commercial vehicle routes to balance goods movement efficiency with neighborhood compatibility and safety (M-le). In addition, the City actively participates in regional transportation planning and coordination efforts with regional agencies and funding partners to ensure consistency with broader circulation plans and funding eligibility requirements (M-2a, M-2b). Attachment: 2025 General Implementation of Complete Streets principles remains integrated into both capital projects and development review processes (M-3a). New roadway improvements and private development projects are evaluated to ensure accommodations for pedestrians, bicyclists, and persons with disabilities, consistent with adopted Development Code standards and multimodal circulation objectives. Bicycle parking standards and Transportation Demand Management requirements continue to be applied during project review to support alternative transportation modes and reduce vehicle trip generation where feasible (M-3b).
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The City also continues to maintain and enhance its trail network to support recreational access and alternative transportation connections (M-4c). Shared parking standards are applied during development review to encourage efficient land use patterns and reduce unnecessary surface parking areas, consistent with General Plan mobility and land use integration goals (M-5b).
Through ongoing capital programming, development coordination, and pursuit of regional transportation funding, the City remains committed to delivering a safe, accessible, and well-connected circulation network that supports continued residential and economic growth.
PUBLIC SAFETY
The City of San Jacinto continues to implement General Plan 2040 public safety policies through application of adopted development standards, interagency coordination, and emergency preparedness planning. All development projects are reviewed for compliance with applicable seismic, geologic, fire, and life-safety standards, consistent with General pian oliversid ho Caly Sheris Depa Code Ps Riverside During PriDe arie, the cry care intere impacts, access requirements, fire flow standards, and emergency response considerations to ensure that new development does not outpace public safety infrastructure.
The City is actively preparing updates to its Emergency Operations Plan and has initiated coordination efforts in anticipation of participation in the 2028 Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (PS-2a). These efforts support long-term hazard preparedness and strengthen eligibility for state and federal grant funding related to disaster Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) mitigation and infrastructure resilience. The City also continues to provide public information related to geologic, seismic, wildfire, and other hazard risks, consistent with General Plan safety objectives (PS-Ic).
The City has adopted and enforces the most current Building and Fire Code standards to ensure compliance with State safety regulations and evolving hazard mitigation requirements. In November 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 25-08, enacting the 2025 California Building Standards Code, and Ordinance No. 25-09, adopting the 2025 California Fire Code, both effective January 1, 2026. These updates strengthen structural, life-safety, and fire protection requirements consistent with General Plan policies (PS-la, PS-1b, PS-2c). The City also maintains mutual aid and coordination agreements with neighboring jurisdictions and agencies to support emergency response and fire protection services (PS-2d). Ongoing implementation efforts include floodplain management, hazardous materials review, wildfire risk considerations, and evaluation of air quality impacts during project review to minimize risks to public health and safety (PS-3a, PS-4a, PS-4d).
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles continue to be incorporated into development review and site design analysis to enhance natural surveillance, access control, and overall site safety (PS-5e). Through these coordinated regulatory, planning, and preparedness efforts, the City remains committed to protecting residents, businesses, and critical infrastructure as the community grows.
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
The City continues to implement General Plan 2040 resource management policies through coordination with local, Attachment: 2025 General I regional, and state agencies to protect open space, natural resources, and environmental quality (RM-la, RM-1b) Development projects are evaluated for potential impacts to biological, cultural, and tribal cultural resources, and appropriate avoidance, minimization, or mitigation measures are applied consistent with CEQA and adopted Development Code standards (RM-1c, RM-3a).
Ongoing implementation includes application of water-efficient landscaping requirements, stormwater management standards, recycled water provisions, and related conservation measures contained in the Development Code and municipal regulations (RM-2c, RM-2d). The City also evaluates energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and resource efficiency during environmental review and development processing, supporting broader sustainability and climate adaptation goals identified in the General Plan (RM-4a, RM-4f). 6| Page
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In addition to regulatory implementation, the City has made substantial capital investments in municipal water production, treatment, storage, and system controls to strengthen long-term supply reliability and infrastructure resiliency consistent with groundwater management and public health objectives (RM-2a, RM-2b). During the reporting period, the City completed drilling of the new Grand Well and continued construction of the associated treatment facilities, increasing local groundwater production capacity and improving system redundancy.
Rehabilitation and upgrades at the Lake Park, Bath, and Artesia well facilities restored production capacity and modernized treatment systems.
The City is also implementing a new Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to enhance real- time monitoring and operational control of wells, reservoirs, booster pumps, and treatment facilities. These upgrades improve system reliability, emergency response capability, and cybersecurity protection of critical infrastructure. In March 2026, the City anticipates bringing the new Bath Treatment Plant fully online following a 12-month Report - General Plan 2040) construction effort, further strengthening local water treatment capacity and regulatory compliance.
Collectively, these efforts advance General Plan policies supporting groundwater management, water conservation, climate resiliency, and protection of public health while ensuring that infrastructure investments keep pace with planned growth.
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
The City of San Jacinto continues to implement the Environmental Justice Element of General Plan 2040 by integrating public health, environmental protection, and equity considerations into land use planning, development review, and infrastructure investment decisions. Development proposals, particularly industrial and other potentially impactful land uses, are evaluated to identify and minimize adverse health and environmental effects on surrounding communities through environmental review, application of land use compatibility standards, and site design requirements (EJ-la, EJ-Ib).
Implementation of Environmental Justice policies is further supported through coordinated application of related land Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress use, mobility, public safety, and resource management policies that reduce pollution exposure, improve air quality, promote compatible development patterns. Efforts to encourage infill development, mixed-use projects, multimodal transportation improvements, and greenhouse gas reduction strategies reinforce Environmental Justice objectives and help minimize cumulative environmental impacts.
Public participation remains a central component of Environmental Justice implementation. The City incorporates noticed public hearings, accessible meeting materials, and outreach efforts to ensure community members have meaningful opportunities to participate in planning and entitlement processes. These practices support equitable planning outcomes, increase transparency, and help ensure that the benefits of growth, infrastructure investment, and economic development are shared throughout the community.
Through ongoing regulatory enforcement, cross-departmental coordination, and inclusive engagement practices, the City continues to advance Environmental Justice goals while aligning development decisions with broader public health and sustainability objectives.
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HOUSING ELEMENT APR SUMMARY
The City of San Jacinto tracks progress toward its Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) obligations and mplements policies and regulatory tools to facilitate residential development consistent with the Housing Element of he General Plan 2040. The Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR) documents housing production affordability levels, and compliance with applicable State housing laws during the reporting period.
The Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) is mandated by State Housing Law as part of the periodic update of local housing elements. RHNA identifies the projected housing need for each jurisdiction during a defined planning period and allocates that need by income category to support balanced regional growth.
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In March 2021, the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) adopted its 6th Cycle RHNA allocation, covering the planning period from October 2021 through October 2029. For the 6th Cycle, SCAG received a regional housing need of 1,341,827 units, which was distributed among its 197 member jurisdictions.
RHNA is used by jurisdictions to plan for anticipated housing needs, guide land use and infrastructure decisions, and ensure that adequate sites and regulatory capacity exist to accommodate future growth. RHNA does not mandate construction of housing units but rather requires jurisdictions to plan for and remove constraints to housing development in a manner that improves access to housing, employment, transportation, and equitable opportunities.
For the 6"' Cycle, the City of San Jacinto was allocated 3,392 total units as follows:
Income Level Income Limit - Percent of Riverside County Total Number of Units Median Family Income (S75,300/year)
Very Low Income Less than 50% AMI ($37,650/year) 800
Low Income 50% to 80% AMI (S60,250/year) 465
Moderate Income 80% to 120% AMI ($90,360/year) 560
Above-Moderate Income More than 120% (over $90,360/year) 1,567 Total 6' Cycle RHNA Obligation 3,392
Key housing data from 2025 includes:
Attachment: 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress 582 total housing units entitled, supporting continued residential growth. ..
299 new residential building permits issued, with 284 above moderate-income units and 15 low-income units, including Accessory Dwelling Units.
249 certificates of occupancy issued, ensuring timely delivery of housing units to the market. • One housing unit was demolished.
• No projects requested nor qualified for Density Bonus incentives. • No units received financial assistance or were subject to deed restrictions.
GENERAL PLAN COMPLIANCE WITH STATE GUIDELINES
The City of San Jacinto implements and maintains its General Plan in accordance with State-mandated planning requirements governing the content, adoption, and ongoing evaluation of local general plans. General Plan 204( provides the City's comprehensive policy framework for land use, infrastructure planning, resource conservation housing, public safety, and environmental justice, and reflects contemporary planning principles and applicable State law.
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toward adopted goals and ensures continued consistency with State planning and housing mandates. Maintaining compliance with these requirements also supports the City's eligibility for applicable State funding programs and grants.
General Plan 2040 was prepared following extensive public outreach, interagency coordination, and environmental review, and was adopted by the City Council in December 2022, as documented in Resolution No. 3950. The General Plan update process was conducted in compliance with Government Code Section 65300 et seq., including requirements related to mandatory elements, internal consistency, public participation, and CEQA review. The table below summarizes the City's compliance with State-mandated General Plan elements.
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE CONSIDERATIONS
The Environmental Justice (EJ Element of the General Plan 2040 is intended to reduce disproportionate environmental and public health impacts on vulnerable populations and promote equitable access to resources and opportunities throughout the City. Senate Bill 1000 (SB 1000), the Planning for Healthy Communities Act, requires cities and counties with identified environmental justice communities to adopt an Environmental Justice Element or integrate EJ-related goals, policies, and objectives into other elements of the General Plan. The City of San Jacinto elected to adopt a standalone Environmental Justice Element to consolidate EJ-related policies and implementation actions into a single, accessible framework.
Environmental justice communities are identified using the California Communities Environmental Health Screening identified two census tracts, Census Tracts 6065043517 and 6065043507, as environmental justice communities, as shown in Figure EJ-1. The methodology supporting this identification is documented in the City's 2019 Existing Conditions Report. Subsequent updates to CalEnviroScreen, including Version 4.0 released in October 2021, indicate Attachment: 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) improving environmental conditions within these census tracts. The Environmental Justice Element supports continued progress in these areas while also advancing citywide environmental and public health objectives.
While Environmental Justice policies are consolidated within the Environmental Justice Element, they are implemented across multiple General Plan elements to ensure consistency and integration into land use, transportation, public safety, and resource management decision-making.
Environmental Justice Goals and Policy Integration
Goal EJ-1: Land use and development patterns that reduce pollution exposure and improve air quality, particularly in environmental justice communities.
To implement this goal, the General Plan includes the following core Environmental Justice policies:
• Policy EJ-1.1: Emission Sources. Encourage existing sources of emissions to implement feasible measures to reduce air quality impacts in environmental justice communities and avoid siting new significant emissior sources in these areas to the extent feasible.
Policy EJ-1.2: Green Industry. Attract non-polluting industries and green technology businesses to support economic development while minimizing environmental impacts.
Implementation of Goal EJ-1 is further supported through related policies across multiple General Plan elements, including Land Use, Economic Development, Mobility, Public Safety, and Resource Management. These cross- referenced policies address infill development, mixed-use land use patterns, industrial compatibility, transportation planning, noise mitigation, greenhouse gas reduction, groundwater protection, stormwater management, and hazardous materials handling, reinforcing an integrated approach to environmental justice. 9| Page
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Other policies that related to Goal EJ-1 include:
• ED-3.2 : Higher Intensity Development • PS-4.4: Transportation • ED-4.3 : Mixed-Use • PS-4.5: Household Hazardous Waste • LU-1.1: Land Use Pattern • PS-4.6: Proposed Facilities • LU-1.3: Balancing Jobs and Housing PS-4.7: Emergency Response • LU-2.2: Infill Development • PS-6.1: Noise Exposure
• LU-3.3: Industrial Areas • PS-6.2: Noise Mitigation
Plan 2040)
• LU-3.4: Environmental Compatibility • PS-6.3: Acoustical Studies • LU-3.6: Agricultural Compatibility • PS-7.11: Greenhouse Gas Emissions • LU-4.1: Use Configuration. • PS-7.4: Air Pollution
• M-1.4: Truck Routes • RM-2.2: Groundwater Management
• M-6.1: Vehicle Miles Traveled • RM-2.5: Stormwater ort - General • M-6.4 : New Development • RM-2.6: Septic Systems
• PS-4.2: Cleanup Sites
COLLABORATIVE PLANNING WITH MILITARY LANDS
California Government Code Section 65302.3 requires local jurisdictions to coordinate planning activities with military installations to avoid land use conflicts, protect public safety, and preserve military operations. The City of San Jacinto is located more than 10 miles from March Air Reserve Base, the nearest military installation. The City is outside of all Airport Land Use Compatibility Zones established by the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission and does not include land uses that would conflict with military or airfield operations. As such, General Plan 2040 implementation does not adversely affect military facilities or operations.
CONSULTATION WITH TRIBAL COMMUNITIES
California law requires local governments to consult with Native American tribes when adopting or amending a General Plan and when reviewing projects that may affect tribal cultural resources (TCRs). The City of San Jacinto General Plan 2040 addresses these requirements through adopted goals, policies, and implementation measures within Attachment: 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress Rep the Resource Management Element and through compliance with applicable provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), including Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52).
The City of San Jacinto maintains an established government-to-government relationship with the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, whose ancestral lands include the San Jacinto Valley. General Plan 2040 incorporates policies intended to ensure that tribal perspectives are considered in land use and development decisions, cultural resources are identified and protected, and consultation occurs when projects or planning actions may affect tribal cultural resources.
General Plan Goals and Policies Supporting Tribal Consultation The Resource Management Element of General Plan 2040 includes goals and policies that guide tribal consultation, cultural resource protection, and impact mitigation, including:
• Goal RM-3: Protect cultural, historical, and tribal cultural resources from inappropriate development and land use conflicts.
• Policy RM-3.4: Coordinate with Native American tribes regarding land use decisions and projects that may affect tribal cultural resources.
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These policies establish the framework for early coordination and consideration of tribal cultural resources during planning and project review.
Implementation and CEQA Compliance
Implementation of tribal consultation requirements occurs primarily through project-level environmental review and compliance with CEQA and AB 52. The City ensures early notification and consultation with tribes for projects subject to CEQA that have the potential to impact tribal cultural resources, consistent with Public Resources Code Sections 21080.3.1 through 21080.3.3.
Where appropriate, project-specific mitigation measures are applied to avoid or minimize impacts to tribal cultural resources. Such measures may include archaeological and cultural surveys, monitoring during ground-disturbing activities, avoidance of sensitive areas, or other mitigation strategies developed in consultation with tribal representatives. The specific mitigation approach is determined on a case-by-case basis through the CEQA process.
Through these policies and procedures, the City ensures that tribal cultural resources are appropriately considered and protected while maintaining consistency with State planning guidelines and environmental review requirements.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS
No General Plan amendments were processed during the 2025 reporting year. Plan Annual Progress Report (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040)
MAJOR DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS PROCESSED
During the 2025 reporting period, the City of San Jacinto continued to process and approve major development applicable environmental review requirements.
For calendar year 2025, the City approved and processed the following residential development activity (final counts to be reflected in the Housing Element APR tables):
Approximately 582 housing units entitled through subdivision and discretionary approvals. : Approximately 299 residential building permits issued, including new single-family residences, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). • Approximately 249 certificates of occupancy issued, reflecting completed residential units delivered during • One residential unit was demolished during the reporting period. • No projects utilized Density Bonus incentives, and no units received financial assistance or deed restrictions, as applicable. Attachment: 2025 General
Major Development Projects Entitled in 2025:
• USE24-0056 - 76 Single-Family Residences (Serrano Pointe - TR 38339) • P22-022 - 424 Single-Family Residences (McLeish Ranch TTM 38203) These projects represent continued implementation of the City's land use and housing policies and contribute toward meeting the City's Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) obligations over the 6th Cycle planning period. 11 | Page
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Detailed housing production data, including income category distribution, permits issued, and certificates of occupancy, is provided in the Housing Element Annual Progress Report tables submitted separately to the California Department of Housing and Community Development.
SUBMISSION AND COMPLIANCE DETAILS
This Annual Progress Report will be submitted to the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) in accordance with Government Code Section 65400. Submission of this report satisfies the City's statutory general plan reporting obligations and documents the City's continued implementation of the Envision San Jacinto - General Plan 2040 for the 2025 reporting period.
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APPENDIX A - GENERAL PLAN 2040 IMPLEMENTATION
SUMMARY
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APPENDIX B - HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
SUMMARY TABLE
Plan 2040)
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APPENDIX C - HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRES REPORT
UNITS BY AFORDABILITY TABLE
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APPENDIX D- HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
IMPLEMENTATION SUMMARY TABLE
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San Jacinto PLAN 2040
Executive Summary -2025
The City of San Jacinto's General Plan 2040 serves as a strategic blueprint for sustainable growth and development, guiding the City's efforts to enhance the quality of life for all residents. This report provides an overview of the progress made in implementing key actions and policies since the adoption of the General Plan. The City remains steadfast in its commitment to achieving the vision outlined in the Plan through proactive planning, robust community engagement, and strategic partnerships.
(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040)
Land Use
The City of San Jacinto has made significant progress in updating its Development Code and Zoning Map to align with the General Plan 2040. Key actions include the creation of new zoning districts for the Downtown Village and Mixed-Use designations (LU-1a, LU-4a), the comprehensive update of the Subdivision Code (LU-1c), and the regular review of development proposals to ensure compliance with density and intensity requirements (LU-1d). Efforts to direct growth outside city limits with appropriate services are ongoing (LU-2a), and Code Enforcement has successfully addressed numerous non-conforming uses (LU-2d). Additionally, the City actively seeks funding for residential rehabilitation and landscape improvements (LU-5d, LU-5e). ummary
Economic Development
San Jacinto's robust Economic Development Program continues to foster business creation and reinvestment (ED- 1a). The City has established strong partnerships with Riverside County Workforce Development Center and Mount m l San Jacinto College to support entrepreneurship and business resources (ED-1b). Efforts to simplify the business license process and leverage technology for permit processes have been completed with the launch of San Jacinto Connect Online (ED-1e, ED-1f). The City actively markets healthcare facilities and hotel uses and collaborates with 204 regional partners for coordinated business attraction efforts (ED-2b, ED-5a, ED-2d). lan
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The City consistently reviews and upgrades its vehicular and pedestrian infrastructure to ensure safety and efficiency (M-1a, M-1b). ADA-accessible facilities are a priority in all roadway projects (M-1d). The City has amended implementation of Complete Streets concepts and compliance with state and federal guidelines for bicycle facilities are ongoing (M-3a, M-3b). Efforts to maintain a robust trail network and shared parking standards are also in place (M-4c, M-5b).
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Public Safety
San Jacinto ensures compliance with seismic and safety standards in all development projects (PS-1a, PS-1b). The City's Emergency Operations Plan is regularly updated, and public awareness on geologic and seismic hazards is a focus (PS-2a, PS-1c). The Fire Code has been updated to the most recent standards, and mutual aid agreements are maintained with neighboring entities (PS-2c, PS-2d). Efforts to manage flood risks, hazardous materials, and air quality impacts are ongoing, ensuring community protection from various hazards (PS-3a, PS-4a, PS-4d). The City also emphasizes the integration of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles in new developments (PS-5e).
Resource Management
San Jacinto collaborates with multiple agencies to manage and protect open space and natural resources (RM-1a, RM-1b). Development projects are assessed for potential impacts on biological and cultural resources, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations (RM-1c, RM-3a). Efforts to enhance water conservation, stormwater management, and the use of recycled water are robust and ongoing (RM-2d, RM-2c). The City also focuses on promoting sustainable energy practices and evaluating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (RM-4a, RM-4f).
Environmental Justice (2025 Annual Progress
The City is committed to ensuring that all communities benefit from environmental protection and sustainable development. Actions are taken to address potential health risks from industrial projects and promote public health through rigorous environmental assessments (EJ-1a, EJ-1b). Public participation is encouraged in the planning process to ensure equitable outcomes for all residents.
Overall
The City of San Jacinto remains dedicated to achieving the goals set forth in the General Plan 2040. The City's comprehensive approach to land use, economic development, mobility, public safety, resource management, and environmental justice ensures a balanced and sustainable growth trajectory. The City's proactive planning and diligent implementation of the Plan's policies demonstrate our commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Through continued collaboration with local, regional, and state partners, as well as active engagement with the community, we strive to create a resilient, vibrant, and inclusive future for San Jacinto. lan As we move forward, we will continue to assess and adapt our strategies to meet emerging challenges and General opportunities. Our focus will remain on fostering a sustainable environment, a robust economy, and a safe and healthy community. This status report highlights the significant strides we have made and reaffirms our commitment to the long-term vision of San Jacinto as outlined in the General Plan 2040. We look forward to building on this foundation and achieving our shared vision for a prosperous future.
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San Jacinto PLAN 2040
IMPLEMENTATION STATUS SUMMARY -2025
Action
Action Status Notes
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Land Use
LU-1a Update the City's Development Code and Zoning Map as appropriate to ensure Complete In December 2022, Ordinances 22-10 and 22-11 consistency with this land use element and designations shown on Figure LU- successfully updated the Development Code and Zoning December
2. As part of the update, create new zoning districts to implement the City's Map, ensuring alignment with the General Plan Land Use 2022
new Downtown Village, Mixed-Use, and Very High-Density Residential land Map and Element. use designations.
LU-1b Review the Development Code and update as appropriate to reflect Land Use Ongoing The City continually reviews and updates the goals, policies, and implementation actions included in this Plan. Development Code to ensure it aligns with the Land Use goals, policies, and implementation actions outlined in Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan the General Plan. This process includes regular
with the evolving needs and objectives of the community.
LU-1c Review the Subdivision Code and update as appropriate to accommodate the Complete In December 2022, Ordinance 22-12 provided a changes in the Development Code and the Land Use goals, policies, and comprehensive update to the Subdivision Code, ensuring implementation actions included in this Plan. it aligns with the updated Development Code and reflects the Land Use goals, policies, and implementation actions of the General Plan.
LU-1d As part of development review process, ensure that residential and non- Ongoing All projects are thoroughly reviewed for compliance with residential developments fall within the minimum and maximum density the minimum and maximum development intensities and requirements and or allowed floor-area-ratios stipulated on the Land Use Map densities outlined in the General Plan and/or Specific Plan, and included within the Land Use Descriptions. Projects shall also be as applicable. reviewed for consistency with the development standards and density requirements established by any applicable Specific Plan governing the area in question.
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LU-2a Cooperate with LAFCo and the County of Riverside to direct growth outside the Ongoing The City continues to collaborate with LAFCo and the City limits on lands that are served, or planned to be served, with a full range County of Riverside to ensure that growth outside the City General Plan of urban services, such as public water and sewer, an extensive road network, limits is directed to areas that are, or will be, fully equipped public transit, safety and emergency response services, parks, trails, and open with essential urban services, including public water and space. sewer, a comprehensive road network, public transit, safety and emergency response services, and ample Report - parks, trails, and open spaces.
LU-2b The City will plan to accommodate the final SR-79 alignment through the Ongoing Ordinances 22-10 and 22-11 have updated the following land use actions: Development Code and Zoning Map to support planned development adjacent to SR-79. The City continues to
• Promote commercial, visitor-serving, and employment generating promote commercial, visitor-serving, and employment- land uses along the SR-79 Corridor.
generating land uses along the SR-79 Corridor and ensures • During the planning phase of the SR-79 alignment, ensure that the that the alignment of the highway and proposed off-ramps alignment of the highway and proposed off-ramps are compatible align with San Jacinto's plans for revenue-generating land Summary (2025 Annual Progress with and complement San Jacinto's plans for revenue-generating land uses. uses along the SR-79 corridor.
LU-2C Implement Planned Development Permits and Specific Plan (SP) Ongoing Projects located within a Planned Development Permit or requirements during the review of applicable projects. Encourage Planned Specific Plan are thoroughly reviewed for compliance with Development Permits and Specific Plans to include creative and thoughtful the applicable permits and plans, ensuring they design solutions that enhance not only the project, but the community. incorporate creative and thoughtful design solutions that benefit both the project and the broader community.
LU-2d Abate non-conforming buildings and uses through a Code Enforcement Ongoing Since the adoption of the General Plan, 2,376 Code Program. Provide code complaint forms online and at City Hall. Annually Enforcement cases have been initiated to address assess the success of the programs and the staffing levels through the budget substandard buildings, landscaping, and non-conforming process. uses. Of these, 1,808 cases have been successfully closed. While many of these cases involve basic property maintenance, some include the abatement (demolition) of General Plan 2040 Implementation unsafe buildings including 151 and 173 Main Street. Code enforcement loads are analyzed on a weekly and monthly
basis to ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained during the budget process. Complaint forms are readily
available online and at City Hall to facilitate community participation.
LU-2e Give priority to redevelopment and infill projects that reduce development Ongoing Staff continues to actively provide information on infill pressure on agricultural lands and other sensitive resources. opportunities to the general public, ensuring that redevelopment and infill projects are prioritized to help Attachment:
reduce development pressure on agricultural lands and
other sensitive resources.
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LU-2f Work with property owners and agricultural operations interested in retaining Ongoing To date, no applications or requests for Agricultural agricultural land to identify feasible ways to maintain the land in agricultural Preserves or easements have been submitted. The City General Plan production. Apply agricultural conservation easements to land desired by the remains prepared to assist property owners City and the property owner to remain as agricultural land. agricultural operations in maintaining their land for agricultural production when such requests arise.
LU-3a Ensure all projects are reviewed and processed per California Environmental Ongoing All projects undergoing Entitlement Reviews are Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. thoroughly reviewed for compliance with CEQA guidelines, ensuring that environmental impacts are properly
assessed and mitigated as part of the approval process.
LU-3b Through the development review process, evaluate development proposals Ongoing All projects undergoing Entitlement Reviews are evaluated for land use and transportation network compatibility with existing for compatibility with the existing transportation network surrounding or abutting development or neighborhoods. and surrounding land uses, ensuring harmonious integration with neighboring developments and
neighborhoods.
LU-3C Analyze land use compatibility through the development review process to Ongoing All projects undergoing Entitlement Reviews are analyzed require adequate buffers and/or architectural enhancements that protect to ensure that adequate buffers and architectural sensitive receptors from intrusion of development activities that may cause enhancements are incorporated. These measures are unwanted nuisances and health risks. designed to protect sensitive receptors from development activities that could cause unwanted nuisances and
health risks, ensuring a harmonious and safe environment for all community members. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - LU-3d When industrial projects, including warehouse projects, fulfillment centers, Ongoing All new industrial projects located within 1,000 feet of and other projects that may generate high volumes of truck trips and/or air existing or planned residential uses are required to quality emissions are proposed within 1,000 feet of existing or planned complete a Health Risk Assessment (HRA). To date, only residential uses or other sensitive receptors, the City shall require the one project, the San Jacinto Commerce Center, has met preparation of a Health Risk Assessment (HRA) that meets the standards this criterion and is required to complete an HRA as part of established by the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment the Entitlement Process. This ensures that potential health (OEHHA), and the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast risks are thoroughly assessed and mitigated in accordance AQMD). with OEHHA and South Coast AQMD standards.
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LU-3e Ongoing All entitlement projects undergo a comprehensive review Due provisioned maintenane of setbacks and of ers, sue as roadways, process by the Development Review Committee that General Plan topographic features, and open space, to prevent incompatibilities between includes representatives from Planning, Building & Safety, agricultural and non-agricultural land uses. Public Utilities, Water Quality, Engineering, and Fire. This multidisciplinary approach ensures compliance with
applicable policies, standards, and requirements, Report - including the provision and maintenance of setbacks and buffers to prevent land use incompatibilities between
agricultural and non-agricultural areas.
LU-3f Work with Southern California Edison (SCE) to improve compatibility of its Ongoing Chapter 15.32 of the San Jacinto Municipal Code facilities with other development and scenic resources. On an ongoing basis mandates that "all electrical distribution lines of less than and through the development review process, the City shall: sixty-six thousand (66,000) volts, communications, video, and similar service wires or cables that: (A) are existing and • Request SCE improve transmission line corridors with attractive located within the boundaries of the property being Summary (2025 Annual Progress • Require tel dant pr landscape serged andriay lines needed to developed; or (B) are existing between the property line and the centerline of the peripheral streets of the property serve the development. being developed; or (C) are located along or within six feet Work with SCE to coordinate the undergrounding of new utilities with of the lot lines of the property to be developed and do not the undergrounding of existing utilities whenever financially and provide service to immediate adjacent properties; shall be physically feasible. installed underground." The City continues to work with SCE to enhance transmission line corridors
coordinate the undergrounding of utilities to improve the aesthetic and functional integration of these facilities with surrounding developments.
LU-4a Update the City's Development Code and Zoning Map as appropriate to ensure Complete The City successfully updated the Development Code and consistency with this land use element and designations shown on Figure LU- Zoning Map through Ordinances 22-10 and 22-11. These December updates ensured consistency with the General Plan Land
2. As part of the update, create new zoning districts to implement the City's 2022 new Downtown Village and Mixed-Use land use designations. Use Map and Element and included the creation of new zoning districts to support the Downtown Village and
Mixed-Use land use designations. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation LU-4b Encourage the sharing of parking facilities by reducing parking standards for Complete Ordinance 22-10 included a comprehensive update to the mixed-use projects. December Development Code, which encompassed a reduction in 2022 parking requirements for mixed/multi-use developments to encourage the sharing of parking facilities.
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LU-5a Evaluate how new signage can help support a cohesive identity for San Jacinto Ongoing The City is continuously assessing new signage and help brand the City. opportunities to support a cohesive identity and enhance General Plan the branding of San Jacinto. Recently, the City partnered with the Building Industry Association (BIA) to implement a wayfinding program that includes signage for new home developments and regional recreational facilities, such as Report - Soboba Resort and Casino. This program
encompasses wayfinding to key City facilities, including the Estudillo Mansion, Community Center, Library, City
Hall, and Police Station. Additionally, the City is exploring options to provide an entryway signage program on Main
Street to support its revitalization. Furthermore, the City has begun transitioning from the use of the City Logo to the official City Seal to help establish a unified identity on public documents, vehicles, buildings, and facilities.
These efforts include exploring design standards,
placement strategies, and thematic elements that reflect the City's character and promote a unified visual identity.
LU-5b Collect and evaluate neighborhood generated proposals for consideration in Ongoing The City continues to actively develop its Capital the formulation of the annual Capital Improvement Program budgeting Improvement incorporating process. recommendations and requests from the community.
Neighborhood-generated proposals are collected and
evaluated to ensure that the CIP reflects the needs and Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress priorities of the residents, fostering community
involvement and enhancing the effectiveness of capital
investments.
LU-5c Evaluate and amend the development and design standards of the Complete Ordinance 22-10 included a comprehensive update to the Development Code to regulate new construction and revisions to existing December Development Code, introducing new standards for the buildings. In particular, new development standards shall be created for Downtown Village, Mixed-Use, and Mixed-Use 2022
Mixed-Use Land Use Designations (Mixed-Use and Downtown Village). Entertainment Zones. These updates ensure that new construction and revisions to existing buildings align with the City's vision for these areas.
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LU-5d Seek grant funding ("greening" grants) to help offset the cost of landscape Ongoing The City continues to actively pursue "greening" grants to improvements along enhanced corridors. support landscape improvements enhanced General Plan corridors. These efforts aim to secure funding that can offset costs and promote sustainable, aesthetically
pleasing enhancements throughout the City.
LU-5e Actively seek funding opportunities to help rehabilitate residential structures Ongoing While a formal list has not yet been created, staff that are in the greatest disrepair. Develop a list of the residences that are in the continues to evaluate various funding options, including greatest need of repair to determine where funding should be spent when it private grants, public grants, and low to no-cost loans, to becomes available. support the rehabilitation of residential structures in the greatest disrepair. The City remains committed to
identifying and securing funding opportunities to address the housing needs of its residents.
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Economic Development
General Plan
ED-1a Regularly review and solicit input from business community on existing Ongoing The City, through its robust Economic Development incentives for business creation and property re-investment and update as Program spearheaded by the City Manager's Office, appropriate. continually reviews and seeks input from the business community regarding existing incentives for business
creation and property re-investment. Feedback is used to Report - update and refine these incentives to better support local businesses and promote economic growth.
ED-1b Establish and maintain partnership with Riverside County Workforce Ongoing The City has established a strong and positive working Development Center and Mount San Jacinto College to offer entrepreneurship relationship with the Riverside County Workforce training programs and business development resources. Development Center and Mount San Jacinto College.
These partnerships are actively exploring options and
programs to assist with entrepreneurship training and Summary (2025 Annual Progress provide business development resources to support local entrepreneurs and business owners.
ED-1c Maintain and expand business engagement efforts, including roundtable Ongoing The City is actively engaged in various business events, svey, and read ander bugition events on in versional development groups and programs, including the Hemet San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Greater
and Inland Empire. San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce, and the Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors
(SCAR). These partnerships help engage specific
stakeholders, community members, and business
leaders. Additionally, the City actively participates in the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and the Association of Corporate Real Estate Executives
Southern California (ACRE So Cal) to further its presence in the development community. Through these efforts, the City continues to maintain and expand its business
engagement initiatives. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation ED-1d Maintain a Development Code that supports investment and innovation in the Ongoing The City continuously reviews and updates City. Development Code to ensure it fosters investment and innovation. These efforts include incorporating feedback from stakeholders, aligning with best practices, and
adapting to emerging trends to create a supportive
environment for development and growth.
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ED-1e Identify ways of simplifying the Business License and renewal process. Complete June The City recently launched San Jacinto Connect Online, an Plan 2023 online platform that allows businesses to submit and renew business licenses entirely online. This new system General significantly shortens the review period for renewals by bypassing the Planning and Building & Safety reviews,
streamlining the process and making it more efficient for Report - business owners.
ED-1f Identify opportunities to leverage technology to simplify and speed up the Complete June The City recently launched San Jacinto Connect Online, a entitlement and permit processes. 2023 platform that enables the electronic submittal and review of all Entitlement and Permits within the City. As the
system is being utilized, staff continues to make
modifications based on feedback from staff, citizens,
developers, and the community at large, ensuring
continuous improvement and increased efficiency in the
entitlement and permit processes.
ED-2a Identify undeveloped, underdeveloped, or unoccupied sites and buildings that G Ongoing City continuously identifies undeveloped, present opportunities for business attraction, as well as City actions to underdeveloped, or unoccupied sites and buildings that improve marketability of sites. hold potential for business attraction. Efforts to improve the marketability of these sites include strategic planning, targeted marketing campaigns, and collaborations with
and real estate professionals.
Additionally, the City engages in partnerships with
economic development groups and local chambers of Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress commerce to enhance visibility and appeal to potential
investors and businesses.
ED-2b Develop marketing strategy to attract healthcare facilities, including Ongoing The City has completed several market studies that have identification of appropriate sites and of regional healthcare systems with identified a need for healthcare services within the potential interest in locating in City. community. This information is continuously shared with developers and healthcare partners to attract healthcare facilities. The City is actively working on a comprehensive marketing strategy to promote identified sites and engage regional healthcare systems with potential interest in
establishing facilities in San Jacinto.
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ED-2C Research and identify targeted industry events and marketing publications for Complete The City has actively participated in several International City to participate in over next 2-3 years and update the strategy periodically Council of Shopping Centers (ICS) conventions, General Plan May 2024
thereafter. including ICSC Western, Monterey and Vegas. The Economic Development Team continues to explore new
and innovative ways to connect with targeted business
leaders and developers, encouraging investment in the Report - City. The strategy for attending industry events and utilizing marketing publications will be periodically updated to
ensure ongoing engagement and effectiveness.
ED-2d Work with regional partners to explore coordinated regional business Ongoing The City continues to partner with the Riverside County attraction efforts that will leverage individual city's assets and allow for greater Economic Development Agency and other economic overall investment in attraction initiatives. development partners. These collaborations aim to create a unified regional approach to business attraction,
leveraging the unique assets of each city to attract greater overall investment and enhance the effectiveness of
business attraction initiatives.
ED-3a Maintain easily accessible inventory of available commercial property sites, Ongoing The City's Economic Development team routinely with focus on key corridors and nodes. monitors commercial brokerage sites and gathers information to provide real-time updates to prospective developers and applicants. Implementation
utilization of ZoomProspector via GIS Planning allows
stakeholders, developers, and interested parties to
research active properties throughout the City. This Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress ensures that an accessible and current inventory of
available commercial property sites is maintained, with a particular focus on key corridors and nodes.
ED-3b Study the establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Ongoing The City is currently exploring the feasibility of establishing (EIFD) to support financing of targeted infrastructure investments in key an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD). This development areas. includes studying potential financing mechanisms and identifying key development areas that would benefit from targeted infrastructure investments. The goal is to support sustainable growth and development through strategic
infrastructure enhancements.
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ED-3C The City is actively researching state and federal grant programs to secure funding for critical infrastructure General Plan investments in key development areas. Current efforts
include pursuing grants for the San Jacinto Levee project and key roadway and infrastructure projects aimed at
enhancing system redundancy and resilience. These Report initiatives are essential for supporting sustainable
development and ensuring the long-term viability of the City's infrastructure.
ED-4a Complete development of Civic Center complex centered on Vosburg Hotel Ongoing The City has engaged a space design company to evaluate and redevelopment of the former Virginia Lee site. the needs and potential development costs to determine the feasibility of the project. The Virginia Lee site is actively / 2025 Annual Progress marketed to in-fill and mixed-use developers. The Civic Center is intended to be a catalytic project to encourage the redevelopment of Main Street, creating a vibrant
daytime and nighttime population and providing
opportunities for community and social events.
ED-4b Develop public-private partnership strategy, including marketing plan for Ongoing The City is in the process of formulating a public-private Summary
development outreach, for other City-owned properties on Main Street that partnership strategy to leverage City-owned properties on represent catalyst development opportunities. Main Street as catalyst development opportunities. This includes creating a comprehensive marketing plan to
engage potential development partners and
investment. The goal is to stimulate revitalization and economic growth along Main Street through strategic
collaborations with private sector partners.
ED-4C Collaborate with San Jacinto Valley Museum Association and other historic Under Review This initiative has yet to commence. The City plans to begin General Plan 2040 Implementation
preservation organizations to develop a menu of incentives (local, county, collaboration with the San Jacinto Valley Museum state, and federal) available for the preservation of historic properties. Association and other historic preservation organizations to identify and develop a comprehensive list of incentives aimed at preserving historic properties.
ED-4d Prepare Main Street-specific retail attraction/retention analysis to inform Ongoing The City continues to invest in Main Street, including the strategies on attracting tenants and business investment to Main Street. installation of new special effect lighting, the exploration of placemaking signage, and the establishment of new
community events such as Candy Cane Lane on Main.
These efforts aim to enhance the attractiveness of Main Attachment: ( Street, encourage residents to visit, and support strategies for attracting and retaining tenants and business
investment.
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ED-5a Ongoing The City has completed several void analyses and Drapromate tes are oratore hotel uses including identifications economic studies specifically related to hotel General Plan development. These studies are shared with various
developers and hoteliers, particularly during events such as ICSC, to attract new hotel investments. The City
continues to refine and implement its marketing strategy Report - to identify suitable sites and understand visitor
demographics, aiming to foster the growth of hotel uses in the area.
ED-5b Collaborate with San Jacinto Museum and other major local attractions to Ongoing The City continues to assist and collaborate with develop tourism marketing strategy and associated materials. community partners, including the Greater San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Hemet-San Jacinto
Chamber of Commerce, the Soboba Tribe of Luiseño
Indians, and the Soboba Economic Development Summary (2025 Annual Progress Corporation to develop a comprehensive marketing
strategy for the region. These efforts aim to promote local attractions and enhance tourism in San Jacinto.
ED-5C Develop a wayfinding plan to improve visitor attraction to and experience in Ongoing The City has contracted with the Building Industries Downtown and elsewhere in the City. Association to develop and implement a New Homes Wayfinding Kiosk Program. This program includes panels
reserved for City purposes, such as the Community
Center, Fire Stations, Police Station, and City Hall, while also allowing regional entertainment centers to utilize the signs. This initiative aims to enhance visitor attraction and improve the overall experience in Downtown and other
areas of the City.
ED-6a Partner with Mount San Jacinto College, the San Jacinto Unified School Ongoing The City continues to engage in open discussions with District, Hemet Unified School District, and Riverside County Workforce Mount San Jacinto College, San Jacinto Unified School Development Centerto develop entrepreneurship training programs and small District, Hemet Unified School District, and Riverside Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation business incubators for area high school students. County Workforce Development Center regarding the development of entrepreneurship training programs and
small business incubators for high school students. While a formal program has not yet been developed or
implemented, these collaborative efforts are laying the groundwork for future initiatives.
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ED-6b In partnership with Mount San Jacinto College, solicit input from current and Ongoing The City continues to engage in open discussions with prospective business owners regarding needed workforce skills and develop Mount San Jacinto College, along with current and General Plan strategies for offering related educational and vocational programs locally prospective business owners, to identify needed workforce skills. While formal strategies for offering
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collaborative efforts are essential steps towards
addressing workforce development needs in the
community.
ED-7a Maintain easily accessible inventory of vacant and available commercial Ongoing The City's Economic Development team routinely properties, organized by use type. monitors commercial brokerage sites and gathers information to provide real-time updates to prospective developers and applicants. Implementation
utilization of ZoomProspector via GIS Planning allows
stakeholders, developers, and interested parties to
research active properties throughout the City. This
ensures that an accessible and current inventory of vacant and available commercial properties, organized by use
type, is maintained to facilitate business attraction and development efforts.
ED-7b Conduct regular study and update of City's current development impact fee Ongoing The City has recently contracted with Wildan Consulting levels, to ensure that fees on new development are adequate to cover fair Group to evaluate and assess the City's Development share of costs for future infrastructure needs. Impact Fees. The study is currently ongoing and will be Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress scheduled for City Council review in the near future.
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Mobility
General Plan
M-1a Periodically review and assess the vehicular operating conditions along City Ongoing The City regularly inspects and evaluates the condition facilities to determine what, if any, improvements are warranted to maintain a and function of its roadways to ensure safe and efficient safe and efficient flow of traffic in the City. Improvements may be identified traffic flow. For FY23/24, the City's Capital Improvement and included in the City's Capital Improvement Plan and/or required as part of Program (CIP) includes $36 million in projects, primarily project approval through the development review process. focusing on road repairs, rehabilitation, replacement, and widening. Additionally, the CIP covers sidewalk
enhancements, ADA ramp installations, and traffic signal improvements to further enhance mobility and safety
throughout the City.
The City is also working on several CIP projects utilizing non-city funds. These include the widening of Esplanade, Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - Warren, and State Street from 2 to 4 lanes, all funded
through the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) program. Moreover, the City is actively identifying funding for the extension of 7th Street across the Metropolitan Water District Aqueduct to connect with Warren Road,
providing a much-needed connection for the City's east- west traffic.
M-1b As part of development review and specific plans, review any existing gaps in Ongoing The City has a robust Development Review Process that includes representation from various City departments,
including Planning, Building & Safety, Engineering, Public Improvements may be recommended or required as part of projects to meet Utilities, and Fire. Planning, Engineering, and Public M-1 policies. Utilities-Streets and Parks-review these projects to evaluate existing gaps in transportation infrastructure.
They condition projects, as appropriate, to address or
complete missing improvements, ensuring a cohesive and
comprehensive transportation network
enhances mobility for all residents. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation M-1c Consider roundabouts or other emerging design solutions when improvement Ongoing The City actively reviews and analyzes the potential for needs are identified. roundabouts and other emerging design solutions as part of its improvement needs assessment. However, to date,
the City has not identified a practical application for such features. The evaluation process will continue to ensure that the most effective and suitable design solutions are considered for future infrastructure improvements.
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M-1d Include ADA-accessible facilities as part of roadway infrastructure projects. Ongoing The City has invested significant time and resources to identify and improve ADA access throughout the General Plan community. This includes installing missing sidewalks,
repairing damaged or lifted sidewalks, installing ADA
ramps and curb returns, and repairing or replacing
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developments are required to be ADA compliant, ensuring that accessibility is a key consideration in all roadway infrastructure projects.
M-1e Review and update the City's designated commercial vehicle routes as Complete Ordinance 22-15 amended the Commercial Vehicle needed while considering the potential mobility conflicts and the location of December Routes in the City to align with the General Plan 2040, sensitive land uses in the City. addressing potential mobility conflicts and considering 2022 the location of sensitive land uses.
M-2a Periodically coordinate with RCTC and Caltrans to inform the City's long-term Ongoing The City actively participates in the RCTC Commission, Summary (2025 Annual Progress mobility plans and priorities through regular communication and Executive Committee, Budget and Implementation coordination. Committee, and Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee meetings. Additionally, the City
routinely coordinates with Caltrans on various items and issues, including long-term mobility plans, ensuring that the City's mobility priorities are well-integrated
regional and state transportation planning efforts.
M-2b Participate in regional planning forums to bring the City's concerns to the Ongoing The City actively participates in the RCTC Commission, regional level. Executive Committee, Budget and Implementation Committee, and Western Riverside County Programs and 2040 Implementation Projects Committee meetings. Additionally, the City
engages in the WROG Executive, TAC, Planning Directors, Public Works Directors, Finance, and Solid Waste
Committees. Through these forums, the City effectively
brings its concerns and issues to the attention of regional bodies, ensuring that local needs and priorities are
addressed in broader planning efforts. General Plan
M-2C Monitor land use, circulation planning, and the development review process Ongoing The City regularly receives transmittals of new projects from neighboring jurisdictions and provides feedback to help identify potential impacts and incompatibilities
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ensures that the City's interests and concerns are
considered in regional planning and development
activities.
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M-2d Periodically coordinate with RTA to actively engage on transit service planning Ongoing The City maintains regular communication with the and operational needs. Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) to actively engage in transit General Plan service planning and address operational needs. Through these coordinated efforts, the City ensures that transit services are effectively integrated with the community's mobility requirements and future development plans. Report - M-3a When planning roadway facilities, incorporate the concept of complete Ongoing New roadway projects are reviewed by the City's Planning streets. Consider design elements for all modes and users that use streets in and Engineering Departments to ensure they comply with a context-sensitive manner. the goals, policies, and actions of the General Plan, including the concept of Complete Streets. This approach ensures that roadway designs accommodate all modes of
transportation and users in a context-sensitive manner, promoting safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
M-3b Consult standards set forth in the latest editions of the California MUTCD and Summary (2025 Annual Progress Ongoing As part of the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP), AASHTO's A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets ("Green roadways are re-striped in accordance with the standards Book") for improvement and re-striping of appropriate streets to outlined in the latest editions of the California MUTCD and accommodate dedicated bicycle facilities, as applicable to the City. AASHTO's Green Book, when appropriate. This ensures that dedicated bicycle facilities are accommodated where applicable, promoting safer and more efficient
transportation options for cyclists.
M-3C Develop and maintain complete streets design guidance based on these Ongoing The City is actively developing and maintaining complete resources and other best practices. streets design guidance that incorporates standards from the California MUTCD, AASHTO's Green Book, and other
best practices. This guidance ensures that roadway
designs are comprehensive, context-sensitive, and
inclusive of all modes of transportation, promoting safety, accessibility, and sustainability for all users.
M-4a Review and update the City's Municipal Code, as necessary, to consider Ongoing Ordinance 22-10 provided a comprehensive update to the bicycle and pedestrian access as part of the site plan review for new Development Code, including provisions for bicycle and Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation development projects. pedestrian access. The General Plan 2040 incorporated the Trails Master Plan to provide a solid
foundation for multi-modal transportation within the City.
All new development projects are reviewed for compliance with the City's updated Development Code and General
Plan, ensuring that bicycle and pedestrian access is
considered in the site plan review process.
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M-4b Adopt the Trails Master Plan concurrent with adoption of the San Jacinto 2040 Complete Resolution 3950 adopted the General Plan 2040, which General Plan Update and review and update the Trails Master Plan every five incorporated the Trails Master Plan into its Mobility General Plan December
years, as funding allows. 2022 Element. The goals and policies of the Trails Master Plan will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary, ensuring they remain relevant and aligned with the City's overall mobility objectives.
M-4c As part of development review, specific plans, and projects to be included in Ongoing All development projects, specific plans, and CIP projects the Capital Improvement Program, review any existing gaps in the trail network are reviewed for gaps in the trail network. When gaps or identified in the Trails Master Plan that inhibit mobility. Improvements may be damaged segments are identified, projects are required to recommended or required as part of projects to meet policies. construct or reconstruct the missing or damaged segments as appropriate, ensuring a continuous and
functional trail network.
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M-4d Review and compare City codes to California Building Code requirements Ongoing The City regularly completes the triennial update of the regarding bicycle supportive facilities. Update City codes if necessary to building codes, including provisions for bicycle supportive provide adequate facilities. facilities. When conflicts or gaps are identified, the Development Code is updated accordingly to ensure
adequate facilities and compliance with California
Building Code requirements.
M-5a Periodically review the City's parking code to adequately address new types Ongoing The City regularly reviews its parking standards to ensure and patterns of development and new mobility technologies which may have they align with market trends and incorporate new mobility an impact on parking supply and/or demand in the City. technologies as appropriate. This ongoing review process helps maintain an adequate parking supply and meets the evolving demands of development and transportation
innovations.
M-5b As part of the City's Development Code Update to implement the General Plan Complete Ordinance 22-10 included a comprehensive update to the 2040, develop a shared parking methodology to be implemented for retail and Development Code, incorporating a reduction of parking mixed-use projects that encourages flexibility while still meeting anticipated December requirements for mixed/multi-use developments. This demand. 2022
update implemented a shared parking methodology that Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation encourages flexibility while adequately meeting
anticipated demand.
M-6a Review and update the City's Municipal Code and related implementation Ongoing The City regularly reviews and updates its Municipal Code documents, as necessary, to reflect TDM best practices. and related implementation documents to incorporate Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
practices. These updates ensure that the City's policies and regulations remain current and effective in promoting sustainable transportation options and reducing traffic congestion.
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M-6b Consider allowing for a reduction in parking standards for developments if Ongoing The City actively considers reductions in parking comprehensive TDM programs and/or parking strategies are provided. standards for developments that include comprehensive General Plan Transportation Demand Management (TDM) programs
and/or effective parking strategies. This approach
encourages the implementation sustainable
transportation solutions and helps to optimize the use of parking resources. Report
M-6C Require developments that are approved based on TDM plans to incorporate Ongoing Developments approved based on Transportation monitoring and enforcement of TDM targets as part of those plans. Demand Management (TDM) plans are required to include monitoring and enforcement mechanisms to ensure
compliance with TDM targets. This approach ensures that the anticipated benefits of TDM strategies are realized and maintained over time.
M-7a Develop and support a flexible financing program to fund the construction, Ongoing The City has developed multiple programs to ensure the maintenance, and improvement of the roadway system. ongoing maintenance and improvement of the roadway system. These programs include:
AD-2003-1 (Assessment District 2003-1): This program
funds specific roadway improvements and maintenance
projects within designated areas.
CFD 2020-1 (Community Facilities District 2020-1): This Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress district helps finance the construction and maintenance of roadway infrastructure through special tax assessments on properties within the district.
Capital Improvement Program (CIP): The CIP allocates
funds for a wide range of roadway projects, including
repairs, rehabilitations, replacements, widenings, and
enhancements such as ADA ramps and traffic signals.
These flexible financing programs enable the City to
systematically address the needs of its roadway
infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for all users.
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Public Safety
PS-1a Review development proposals to ensure compliance with California Health Ongoing All development projects are reviewed through the City's General Plan and Safety Code Section 19100 et seq. (Earthquake Protection Law), which Development Review Committee (DRC), which includes requires that buildings be designed to resist stresses produced by natural representatives from the Planning, Building & Safety, forces such as earthquakes and wind. Engineering, and Fire Departments, among others. During the DRC process, issues such as proximity to faults are Report - identified and communicated the applicant.
Additionally, most building permits are reviewed by the City's Contract Building Official to ensure compliance with applicable Health and Safety requirements, including
those related to earthquake and wind exposure and
development standards.
PS-1b Update building, zoning, and grading codes as needed to ensure adopted Ongoing The City continually reviews and updates its building, Summary (2025 Annual Progress standards mitigate potential seismic hazards and comply with the Alquist- zoning, and grading codes to ensure they mitigate Priolo Act and Unreinforced Masonry Law. potential seismic hazards. These updates are designed to comply with the Alquist-Priolo Act and the Unreinforced Masonry Law, ensuring that development standards are in line with current safety regulations and best practices for seismic risk reduction.
PS-1 c Establish a public relations and education program to increase public Ongoing The City recognizes the importance of increasing public awareness on potential geologic and seismic hazards in the community, their awareness about geologic and seismic hazards, their associated risks, and preparedness strategies. associated risks, and preparedness strategies. While a formal public relations and education program has not vet been developed, implemented, or completed, the City is
committed to establishing such a program to enhance
community resilience and preparedness.
PS-1d Reduce the risk to the community from hazards related to geologic conditions, Ongoing All development projects are reviewed for compliance seismic activity, flooding, and wildfires by requiring feasible mitigation of such with applicable laws and requirements pertaining to Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation :
impacts on development projects. Assess development proposals for geologic conditions, seismic activity, flooding, and potential hazards pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act. wildfires. Projects subject to CEQ are further analyzed to Require measures to mitigate all identified significant public safety hazards. ensure they meet CEQA, local, and state standards and requirements. Mitigation measures are required for all
identified significant public safety hazards to reduce risks to the community effectively.
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PS-1e Where the threat from natural hazards (such as fault rupture or flooding) Ongoing The City continues to use open space easements and cannot be mitigated, use open space easements and other regulatory other regulatory techniques to prohibit development in General Plan techniques to prohibit development and avoid public safety hazards. Where areas where natural hazards cannot be mitigated, thereby feasible, permit the joint use of preserve areas and easements such as avoiding public safety hazards. Additionally, the City seismic faults and drainage basins for open space and recreational uses. permits the joint use of preserved areas and easements, such as seismic faults and drainage basins, for open
space and recreational uses whenever feasible. This
approach ensures the safety of the community while also enhancing the availability of recreational spaces.
PS-1f To minimize damage from earthquakes and other geologic activity, adopt and Ongoing The City Municipal Code includes Chapter 15.24 - implement the most recent State seismic requirements for structural design Earthquake Hazard Reduction Code, which addresses the of new development and redevelopment. need for retrofitting certain buildings during redevelopment. Additionally, Ordinance 22-18, adopted
on December 6, 2022, updated the City's Building Code
Standards to align with the 2022 California Building Code Standards. These updates ensure that the most recent
State seismic requirements for structural design are
implemented for new development and redevelopment,
minimizing potential damage from earthquakes and other
PS-1g During review of discretionary development and redevelopment proposals, Ongoing Discretionary projects are required to submit Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - require surveys of soil and geologic conditions by State licensed Engineering geotechnical, fault, and other hazard reports to evaluate Geologists and Civil Engineers where appropriate. When potential geologic potential impacts. These reports, prepared by State impacts are identified, require project applicants to mitigate the impacts per licensed Engineering Geologists and Civil Engineers, the recommendations contained within the geologic survey. identify potential geologic hazards and recommend mitigation measures. Project applicants are required to implement these mitigation measures during the
construction process to ensure safety and compliance
with all relevant standards.
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PS-2a Implement the City's Emergency Operations Plan to ensure the most effective Ongoing The City contracts with Riverside County Sheriff for police allocation of resources for protection of people and property in time of an services and Riverside County Fire for fire suppression and General Plan emergency, and update it as needed. fire marshal services. Riverside County Fire contracts with Cal Fire, providing significant statewide resources that would be challenging to match with an in-house fire
service. Similar benefits exist with working with Riverside County Sheriff. During major incidents, Cal Fire or the Report Sheriff's Department implement the City and County's
Emergency Operations Plan. This partnership ensures a
coordinated and effective response to emergencies,
utilizing extensive resources expertise.
Emergency Operations Plan is regularly reviewed and
updated as needed to maintain its effectiveness.
PS-2b Ongoing The City actively works to bring existing non-conforming Summary (2025 Annual Progress developments up to contemporary fire-safe standards
hazards. where feasible. This includes updating road standards and addressing vegetative hazards to reduce fire risks. Through waranguage the development review and permitting processes, the
City identifies opportunities to implement
improvements and works with property owners to enhance
safety and compliance with current fire-safe standards.
PS-2c Require that all new habitable structures be designed in accordance with the Ongoing most recent California Building and Fire Code with local amendments adopted by the City, including the use of fire sprinklers in residential California Building Code Standards. This includes the structures. requirement for all new habitable structures to be designed in accordance with the most recent California
Building and Fire Code, incorporating local amendments General Plan 2040 Implementation adopted by the City. Residential structures are required to include fire sprinklers, ensuring enhanced fire safety for new developments.
PS-2d Participate in Mutual Aid Agreements with neighboring cities and the Riverside Ongoing The City currently maintains Mutual Aid Agreements with County Operational Area, as required by RCFD. Riverside County, the Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians, and the City of Hemet. Additionally, through contracts with Riverside County Fire and Cal Fire, the City can leverage extensive resources for emergency response and fire
protection. These agreements ensure a coordinated and Attachment: ( effective response to emergencies, enhancing the safety and resilience of the community.
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PS-3a Monitor changes in Federal and State laws and regulations related to local Ongoing The City continues to monitor changes in Federal and flood protection, including the National Flood Insurance Program and State laws and regulations regarding flood protection. General Plan incorporate necessary changes into the Municipal Code, the City's Emergency Additionally, the City works closely with Riverside County Operations Plan, and building codes as required and ensure that the City's Flood Control and private developers to evaluate, develop, regulations require that new development within flood hazard zones is and construct various flood control facilities to address consistent with this Public Safety Element and is required to meet the flood flooding issues within the City. Necessary updates to the Report - protection requirements of State law, including but not limited to Government Municipal Code, Emergency Operations Plan, and building Code Sections 65007, 65865.5, 65962 and 66474.5. codes are made to ensure compliance with evolving flood protection standards and laws.
PS-3b Review projects for project-related flood control and stormwater management Ongoing All projects are reviewed for compliance with flood control impacts to ensure that all proposed development comply with the City's MS4 standards and stormwater management requirements. permit. This includes the review of Water Quality Management Plans to ensure adherence to the City's MS4 permit,
ensuring that new developments effectively manage Summary (2025 Annual Progress stormwater and mitigate flood risks.
PS-3C Disseminate information on flooding, flood control on private property, Ongoing Information on flooding, flood control on private property, floodplains, and flood preparedness to the public. floodplains, and flood preparedness is provided when requested by property owners or project applicants.
Additionally, the City continues to partner with the
Riverside County Flood Control District to further assist the community with relevant information and resources.
PS-3d Communicate with FEMA periodically regarding updates to Flood Insurance Ongoing The City's Engineering Department maintains regular Rate Maps and Letter of Map Revisions. communication with FEMA to stay updated on Flood Insurance Rate Maps and to process Letters of Map
Revisions as needed. This ongoing communication
ensures that the City's flood risk information remains
current and accurate, aiding in effective floodplain
management and preparedness.
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PS-3e All development located within a 100-year flood plain shall be consistent with Ongoing All projects located within a 100-year flood plain are the requirements of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. reviewed by the Engineering Department to ensure compliance with Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) requirements. This review process ensures that
developments adhere to federal standards for floodplain management and risk mitigation.
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PS-3f Periodically review county, state, and federal flood control best practices and Ongoing The City regularly reviews flood control best practices from incorporate appropriate standards into the Municipal Code. county, state, and federal sources. Relevant General Plan appropriate standards are then incorporated into the
Municipal Code to ensure that the City's flood control
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PS-3g Work with the RCFCD and Regulatory Federal, State and local agencies and Ongoing The City is actively pursuing state and federal grants and department to apply for grants that provide funding for local drainage controls. funding to support local and regional drainage FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant, Flood Mitigation Assistance Programs, and improvements, including the San Jacinto River Levee and Progress Pre-disaster Mitigation Program, CalEPA and the CA State Water Resources other drainage projects. Collaboration with the Riverside Control Board offer grants to municipalities throughout California. County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (RCFCD) and other regulatory agencies is essential to
securing these funds and enhancing the City's drainage
infrastructure.
PS-3h Continue to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Ongoing The City continues its active participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), ensuring that property
owners have access to flood insurance, and that the
community remains compliant with federal floodplain
management standards. This participation helps to
reduce the risk and impact of flooding in the City.
PS-3i Continue to implement the Flood Plain Management program, which Ongoing The City continues to implement the Flood Plain establishes rules and regulations for flood plain management. Continue to Management program by establishing and enforcing rules apply the rules and regulations to development in areas of special flood and regulations for floodplain management. These rules hazards as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and regulations are applied to development in areas of Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual | and as illustrated on the most recent Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). special flood hazards, as determined by FEMA and illustrated on the most recent Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). This ensures that developments in flood-prone
areas adhere to stringent floodplain management
standards, minimizing risk and enhancing community
resilience.
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PS-4a As part of the development review process, require projects that result in Ongoing All development projects are reviewed by the significant risks associated with hazardous materials to include measures to Development Review Committee, which includes General Plan address the risks and reduce the risks to an acceptable level. representatives from Building & Safety, Planning, Engineering, Fire, and Public Works. Projects identified as posing significant risks associated with hazardous
materials are thoroughly analyzed to ensure that these Report - risks are adequately reduced, mitigated, or avoided before project approval. This comprehensive review process
ensures that public safety and environmental health are prioritized in all development activities.
PS-4b Require the submittal of information regarding hazardous materials Ongoing All development projects are reviewed by the manufacturing, storage, use, transport, and/or disposal by existing and Development Review Committee, which includes proposed businesses and developments to RCFD. representatives from Building & Safety, Planning, Engineering, Fire, and Public Works. Projects involving hazardous materials manufacturing, storage, use,
transport, and/or disposal are reviewed by the DRC,
including the Riverside County Fire Department (RCFD), to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws. This process ensures that potential hazards are properly
managed and mitigated.
PS-4c Promote off-site hazardous materials and/or electronic waste drop-off. Ongoing The City actively promotes off-site hazardous materials and electronic waste drop-off locations to ensure safe and proper disposal. Information about drop-off sites is Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress regularly shared with the community through various
channels, including the City's website, social media, and community events, to encourage residents
businesses to utilize these facilities for hazardous and electronic waste disposal.
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PS-4d Protect the community from hazards related to air pollution, hazardous Ongoing All development projects are reviewed by the materials, and ground and air transportation by requiring feasible mitigation to Development Review Committee, which includes General Plan be incorporated into new development and redevelopment proposals to representatives from Building & Safety, Planning, address safety impacts associated with those proposals. Engineering, Fire, and Public Works. Projects subject to review under CEQA are further analyzed using project-
specific air quality reports to ensure compliance with Report - AQMD standards for air pollutants. Additionally, projects are reviewed for compliance with various local, state, and federal regulations regarding the transportation and
handling of hazardous materials. This thorough review
process ensures that feasible mitigation measures are
incorporated into new development and redevelopment
proposals to address safety impacts effectively.
PS-4e Continue to monitor regulations governing the use of pesticides and work with Ongoing The City continues to monitor regulations governing the County Agricultural Commissioner to promote the responsible use of pesticide use and collaborates with the County pesticides. Agricultural Commissioner to promote responsible pesticide application. This partnership ensures that the latest regulatory updates are communicated and
implemented, supporting safe and environmentally
conscious practices within the community.
PS-4f Minimize public health risks and environmental risks from the use, transport, Ongoing The City actively works to minimize public health and storage, and disposal of hazardous materials environmental risks associated with hazardous materials through stringent review processes and regulations. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Development projects are assessed for potential hazards, and necessary mitigation measures are required.
Additionally, the City collaborates with relevant agencies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal
regulations governing the use, transport, storage, and
disposal of hazardous materials.
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PS-4g Continue to work with the County of Riverside Environmental Health Ongoing The City collaborates with the County of Riverside Department to implement and advertise the Household Hazardous Waste Environmental Health Department to implement and General Plan Collection Program to protect residents from dangers resulting from the use, promote the Household Hazardous Waste Collection transport, and disposal of hazardous materials used in the home. Provide Program. Informational materials about the program, informational materials at public locations and links on the City's website including details on the County's Antifreeze, Batteries, Oil, about the County's Household Hazardous Waste Collection program, the and Paint (ABOP) program, collection facilities, drop-off Report - County's Antifreeze, Batteries, Oil, and Paint (ABOP) program, collection centers, and the 24-hour Household Hazardous Waste facilities, drop-off centers, and the 24-hour Household Hazardous Waste hotline, are provided at public locations and on the City's hotline. website. These efforts aim to protect residents from the dangers associated with the use, transport, and disposal of hazardous materials used in the home.
PS-4h Continue to work with the County of Riverside's Environmental Health Ongoing The City collaborates with the County of Riverside's Department to implement the Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Environmental Health Department to implement the Generators (CESQG) program, which is a hazardous waste pick-up disposal CESQG program, offering hazardous waste pick-up and service for eligible, businesses/non-profit organizations in the County of disposal services for eligible businesses and non-profit Riverside. This program provides an affordable way to legally dispose of this organizations. Informational materials about the CESQG waste. Provide informational materials at public locations and links on the program are provided at public locations and on the City's City's website about the County's CESQG program. website, promoting awareness and encouraging the legal and affordable disposal of hazardous waste.
PS-4i Amend the Municipal Code to require that, prior to issuance of any grading or Under The program is currently being evaluated and may be building permit (whichever occurs first for a project on a site identified on any Evaluation considered for implementation in 2025. list of hazardous materials compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5, a formal Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) shall be Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress prepared in accordance with ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-05 or the Standards and Practices for All Appropriate Inquiry (AAI) and submitted to the City's Community Development Department. The Phase I ESA shall identify specific Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs), which may require further sampling/remedial activities by a qualified Hazardous Materials Specialist with Phase Il/site characterization experience prior to demolition, and/or construction. The Hazardous Materials Specialist shall identify proper remedial activities appropriate to the hazardous material(s) found (e.g., removal and disposal; bioremediation; pump and treat; soil vapor extraction, and in situ oxidation), as necessary.
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PS-5a The City continues to coordinate with the County of Hazardinate with he nunty of Riverside to keep the Multi-Juriscictional Local Ongoing Riverside to ensure the Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard General Plan Mitigation Plan remains current. Regular updates and
reviews are conducted to incorporate new data, address
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PS-5b Regularly practice implementation of the City's Emergency Operations Plan Ongoing The City's Emergency Operations Plan is reviewed and and update it regularly. updated regularly to incorporate lessons learned, new information, and best practices, ensuring the City is well- prepared to respond to emergencies effectively.
PS-5c Regularly review County and State emergency response procedures that must Ongoing The City regularly reviews County and State emergency be coordinated with City procedures. response procedures to ensure alignment and coordination with City procedures. This ongoing review
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process helps maintain effective and cohesive emergency response plans, enhancing the City's preparedness and
ability to respond to emergencies in collaboration with County and State agencies.
PS-5d Adopt a level of service standard for police protection. Protect residents and Ongoing The City does not have formally adopted standards for businesses from criminal activity by providing the adopted level of service and police protection but generally considers 1 officer per educating the public about methods to reduce criminal activity. During the 1,000 residents as a goal. Currently, the City has budgeted annual budget and CIP process, review the level of service standard and revise 53 sworn positions with 47 positioned filled serving a as appropriate. population of approximately 58,000, which is just shy of the 1:1000 target. The City Council actively works to
increase police protection by adding additional positions to the annual budget, aiming to meet and maintain the
desired level of service. As additional positions are
funded, requests are sent to the Riverside County Sherrif Department to fill the funded positions which typically includes a significant lead/lag period for the hiring and Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation :
training of personnel. Public education initiatives about methods to reduce criminal activity are also ongoing.
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PS-5e In pre-application meetings, encourage developers to incorporate Crime Ongoing Development projects, including pre-application Prevention Through Environmental Design (PTED) design features in their meetings, are routed to the San Jacinto Police Department General Plan residential and non-residential projects to increase the safety of the projects. for review and comment. Planning staff regularly engage Cooperate with the Police Department to review development proposals to with the Police Department to identify means of reducing ensure that design features promote a safe environment, as described in the crime by implementing appropriate CPTED features. This Public Safety Element. collaborative approach ensures that both residential and Report - non-residential projects incorporate design elements that promote a safe environment.
PS-5f Annually review and update the Emergency Preparedness Plan under the Ongoing The City conducts an annual review and update of the provision of the State Emergency Management System format to maximize the Emergency Preparedness Plan in accordance with the efforts of emergency service providers (eg., fire, medical, and law State Emergency Management System format. This enforcement) and minimize human suffering and property damage during ensures the plan maximizes the effectiveness of disasters. Support high-level multi-jurisdictional cooperation and emergency service providers, including fire, medical, and communication for emergency planning and management. law enforcement, to minimize human suffering and Summary (2025 Annual Progress property damage during disasters. The City also supports high-level multi-jurisdictional cooperation
communication to enhance emergency planning and
management efforts.
PS-5g Coordinate with local agencies and organizations to develop and distribute Ongoing The City has partnered with the County of Riverside informational brochures and give presentations to civic groups and local Emergency Management Department to bring the City's schools to educate residents and businesses about appropriate actions to first LISTOS Program in August 2024. The LISTOS program, take during an emergency situation. which will be presented in both English and Spanish, aims to educate residents and businesses about the
appropriate actions to take during an emergency situation.
Additionally, the City continues to collaborate with local agencies and organizations to develop and distribute
informational brochures and give presentations to civic groups and local schools.
PS-6a Review Chapter 8.40 of the San Jacinto Municipal Code and update as Complete Ordinance 22-13 was adopted on December 6, 2022, Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation :
necessary to ensure that the noise standards are consistent with this General updating Chapter 8.40 of the San Jacinto Municipal Code Plan, including Tables PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, and PS-4 and to require new December to implement the provisions of the General Plan. This 2022 update ensures that noise standards are consistent with residential, mixed-use with a residential component, and other noise- sensitive development to be designed to minimize noise exposure to noise the General Plan and that new residential, mixed-use, and sensitive uses through incorporation of site planning and architectural other noise-sensitive developments are designed to techniques. The update shall also include noise standards for residential uses minimize noise exposure through site planning and within a mixed-use development, which may differ from other adopted architectural techniques. The ordinance also includes residential noise standards. specific noise standards for residential uses within mixed- use developments.
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PS-6b Review new development projects for compliance with the noise Ongoing All new development projects are reviewed by the requirements established in this General Plan, including the standards Development Review Committee, which includes General Plan established in Tables PS-1, PS-2, PS-3 and PS-4. Where necessary, require new representatives from the Building & Safety Department development to mitigate excessive noise through best practices, including and Planning. Projects are evaluated for compliance with building location and orientation, building design features, placement of Chapter 8.40 - Noise, as well as CEQA provisions noise-generating equipment away from sensitive receptors, shielding of noise- regarding noise generation. When necessary, developers Report - generating equipment, placement of noise-tolerant features between noise are required to implement best practices to mitigate sources and sensitive receptors, and use of noise-minimizing materials such excessive noise, ensuring adherence to the established as rubberized asphalt. noise standards.
PS-6c Require acoustical studies for all new discretionary projects, including those Ongoing All new development projects are reviewed by the related to development and transportation, which have the potential to Development Review Committee, which includes generate noise impacts which exceed the standards identified in this General representatives from the Building & Safety Department Plan. The studies shall include representative noise measurements, estimates and Planning. Projects are evaluated for compliance with of existing and projected noise levels, and mitigation measures necessary to Chapter 8.40 - Noise, as well as CEQA provisions ensure compliance with this element. regarding noise generation. For projects anticipated to generate excessive noise, a Noise Analysis is required to ensure compliance with applicable standards or to
identify mitigation measures to reduce impacts to a level of less than significant.
PS-6d Review the locations of proposed projects with the potential to generate Ongoing All new development projects are reviewed by the stationary noise in relation to sensitive receptors through the discretionary Development Review Committee, which includes project review process. Limit delivery or service hours for stores and representatives from the Building & Safety Department businesses with loading areas, docks, or trash bins that front, side, border, or and Planning. Projects are evaluated for compliance with Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress gain access on driveways next to residential and other noise sensitive areas. Chapter 8.40 - Noise, as well as CEQA provisions Only approve exceptions if full compliance with the nighttime limits of the regarding noise generation. For projects anticipated to noise regulations is achieved. generate excessive noise, a Noise Analysis is required to ensure compliance applicable standards.
Additionally, projects generating excessive noise are
reviewed to identify design feature modifications,
operational changes, or other appropriate mitigation
measures to ensure compliance with noise regulations.
Delivery and service hours are limited for stores and
businesses near residential and noise-sensitive areas,
with exceptions granted only if full compliance with
nighttime noise limits is achieved.
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PS-6e Require all construction activity to comply with the limits (maximum noise Ongoing Chapter 8.40 of the San Jacinto Municipal Code levels, hours and days of allowed activity) established in the City noise establishes local standards for noise generation, and all General Plan regulations (Title 24 California Code of Regulations, Noise Ordinance) in order projects, developments, and land uses are mandated to to reduce impacts associated with temporary construction noise to the extent adhere to these standards. Construction activities must feasible. Trucks associated with construction activities shall follow the comply with the specified limits for noise levels, hours, designated truck routes described in the Mobility Element. and days of operation outlined in the City's noise regulations. Furthermore, trucks involved in construction activities are required to adhere to designated truck routes as outlined in the Mobility Element to minimize noise
impacts associated with construction-related traffic.
PS-6f Actively enforce the standards identified within the City's Noise Ordinance and Ongoing The City's Code Enforcement Division actively monitors Noise Plan in order to reduce impacts to the extent feasible. Update and and addresses noise complaints to ensure compliance Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - amend the Noise Ordinance and Plan as appropriate. Provide a link on the with applicable noise standards. Additionally, the Noise City's website for those to file complaints against activities and uses that may Ordinance and Plan are periodically reviewed and updated be violating the Noise Ordinance. as necessary to reflect evolving needs and circumstances.
A link is provided on the City's website to enable residents to file complaints against activities and uses that may be violating the Noise Ordinance, facilitating effective
enforcement.
PS-6g Require new residential projects located adjacent to railroad lines to follow the Ongoing While the City has one primary rail line within the City FA vibration screening distance criteria to ensure that residential uses are not limits, and one additional spur, these rail lines are not exposed to vibrations exceeding 72 VdB for frequent events (more than 70 active. Further, no residential projects have events per day, 75 VdB for occasional events (30-70 events per day), or 80 VdB proposed within proximity to these lines. As a proactive for infrequent events (less than 30 events per day). measure, the City continues to monitor the situation and will apply the FTA vibration screening distance criteria should any residential development adjacent to active
railroad lines be proposed in the future.
PS-6h Require new development to minimize vibration impacts to adjacent uses Ongoing Projects involving the redevelopment or demolition of during demolition and construction. Require vibration studies for all new buildings located adjacent to sensitive receptors require Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation discretionary projects, including those related to development and the preparation of a Noise and Vibration study. This transportation, which have the potential to generate vibration impacts which includes projects that propose pile driving or construction exceeds the vibration limits. This includes projects requiring pile driving and/or on or near historic resources. These studies help assess construction on properties adjacent to historic structures. For sensitive and mitigate potential vibration impacts, ensuring historic structures, a vibration limit of 0.08 in/sec PPV (peak particle velocity) compliance with established limits to minimize the risk of will be used to minimize the potential for cosmetic damage to the building. A cosmetic damage to adjacent structures. vibration limit of 0.30 in/sec PPV will be used to minimize the potential for cosmetic damage at buildings of normal conventional construction.
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PS-6i During subsequent updates to Section 8.40 of the Muni Code, review and Complete Ordinance 22-13 provided a comprehensive update to the update Section 8.40.090, Construction Activity Noise Regulations, as needed City's Noise Code, including revisions to Section 8.40.090 General Plan December
in order to allow provisions for emergency repairs, exceptional circumstances, 2022 regarding construction activity noise regulations. and reasonable Sunday construction and maintenance activities, while continuing to achieve the objectives of providing a nuisance-free noise environment.
PS-7a Provide information and resources to the public and businesses regarding Pending The City is exploring this program and determining the best steps the City is taking to address the issue of climate change. and most appropriate way of providing information to the public.
PS-7b Expand the use of energy-efficient lighting, such as LEDs, for City-owned light Ongoing As capital projects move forward, inefficient lighting facilities. fixtures are replaced with energy-efficient fixtures, such as LEDs.
PS-7c Consider purchasing only electric or alternative-energy vehicles for the City Ongoing In April 2024, the City took delivery of the first Electric vehicle fleet, as appropriate, based on the intended use of the vehicle. Vehicle for the Public Utilities Fleet. Staff continues to analyze opportunities for alternative vehicles as vehicle purchases or replacements are scheduled.
PS-7d Evaluate the feasibility for government-constructed and/or -operated new Pending The City is currently assessing the feasibility of exceeding development to exceed the CalGreen Tier 1, or successor program, standards. the CalGreen Tier 1 standards or any successor program for government-constructed and/or -operated new
development. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - PS-7e Promote the use of sustainable and carbon-neutral energy sources in new Pending The City is currently investigating the feasibility of development. promoting the use of sustainable and carbon-neutral energy sources in new development projects.
PS-7f Explore using renewable energy and clean generation technologies such as Ongoing The City has a number of renewable energy facilities within solar, wind, biogas, or fuel cells to power City facilities where appropriate. its portfolio and is continuing to evaluate and analyze opportunities to expand or add new facilities where
feasible. While no new facilities have been identified or proposed at this time, the City remains committed to
exploring sustainable energy options for powering its
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RM-1a Work with public and private agencies to explore the joint venture use and Ongoing Most open spaces in the City are owned or managed by the management of open space areas. City and maintained by special districts, WRCRCA, Valley- Wide Parks and Recreation District, or private HOAs.
Additionally, most of the undeveloped open space in the City's sphere of influence is owned by State Agencies,
BLM, or other governmental agencies. The City continues to explore joint venture opportunities with these agencies to enhance the use and management of open space areas.
RM-1b Coordinate with public and private organizations to provide revenue Ongoing The City continues to coordinate with public and private generating open space uses such as golf courses and environmental banking organizations to explore revenue-generating open space sites as a way to produce revenue to protect open space and natural uses. However, there has been no significant interest from Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - resources. Work with local and regional partners to advertise potential public or private organizations at this time. revenue-generating open space opportunities in San Jacinto. Identify potential sites for revenue-generating open space uses on the City's website.
RM-1c Work closely with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), U.S. Fish and Ongoing New development projects are routed to various local, Wildlife Service (FWS), and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife state, and federal agencies as appropriate at the early (CDFW) during the discretionary project permitting and CEQA review of any stage of the Development Review Process to ensure project that may result in the alteration of a stream bed, involve the removal of comments and feedback are received early. Development vegetation in wetland and riparian habitats, disturb Waters of the United projects requiring a Negative Declaration or Environmental States or otherwise impact sensitive biological resources. Impact Report are also posted on CEQANet to ensure appropriate agencies have the opportunity to provide
feedback and comments on the associated environmental
documents. This collaborative approach ensures that
potential impacts on sensitive biological resources are properly addressed and mitigated.
RM-1d Cooperate with the County of Riverside to develop and manage preserve areas Ongoing New development projects are reviewed and analyzed for within the urban landscape. During the review of development proposals, use consistency with the MSHCP. Projects located within Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation the Western Riverside County MSHCP Habitat Conservation Plan (particularly Criteria Cells are submitted for the Joint Project Review Section 3.2.13 San Jacinto Valley Area Plan) to help assess potential project process to ensure consistency with the plan. When impacts and mitigation requirements. Development in the City shall be appropriate, land within the project site may be set aside required to comply with the applicable terms of the MSHCP including, but not for conservation, or if on-site conservation is not feasible, limited to, the payment of mitigation fees, narrow endemic surveys, an alternative property may be presented for conservation consideration. The City continues to work closely with the WRC RCA to develop and manage preserve areas within
as appropriate. the urban landscape, ensuring compliance with all MSHCP requirements.
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RM-1e For Hillside Development Projects, implement the City's Hillside Development Ongoing With the exception of the Warren Foothills project, no new Standards to retain the significant hillsides and ridgelines on San Jacinto's projects have been submitted within the City's hillside General Plan eastern and western borders as Open Space, allowing areas of non-intensive development areas since the adoption of the General Plan.
The Warren Foothills project is currently under review and western hillsides. will ensure compliance with the Hillside Development Standards, prioritizing the preservation of significant hillsides and ridgelines as Open Space while allowing non- intensive development on more gently sloped areas.
RM-1f During the development review process, ensure proper geotechnical and soil Ongoing New development projects are reviewed by the management techniques are implemented. To enforce this, the City Engineer Development Review Committee, which includes or Director may request the completion of a survey of soil and geologic representatives from the Planning and Engineering conditions by a State licensed Engineering Geologist and Civil Engineer, where Departments. Projects are evaluated for compliance with appropriate. When potential geologic impacts are identified, require project city and state standards and requirements. In many cases, applicants to mitigate the impacts per the recommendations contained within a geotechnical or soils report is required as part of the the survey. entitlement process. When potential geologic impacts are identified, project applicants must mitigate the impacts according to the recommendations in the survey.
RM-1g Where feasible, incorporate open space and passive recreational uses into Ongoing New development projects are reviewed for hazards, areas identified to have significant hazards related to flooding, geologic including flooding, geologic conditions, and seismic conditions, and seismic events. events. When hazards are identified, projects are modified to avoid these hazards or mitigated to reduce their effects. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - For seismic considerations, open spaces such as parks or parking lots are strategically placed to minimize exposure to future residents, employees, or patrons, effectively using these areas as buffers against potential hazards.
RM-1h Identify local scenic routes and vistas and explore developing guidelines for Pending The City is in the process of identifying local scenic routes development visible from these scenic routes to minimize impacts to scenic and vistas. As part of this effort, guidelines may be vistas. developed for developments visible from these scenic routes to ensure that impacts on scenic vistas are
minimized. This initiative aims to preserve the natural beauty and visual appeal of the City's landscapes.
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RM-1i During the development review process, require Applicants of developments Ongoing New development projects are reviewed by the with the potential to reduce or eliminate habitat for native plant and wildlife Development Review Committee to ensure compliance General Plan species or sensitive habitats not covered by the MSHCP, as determined by the with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Projects City of San Jacinto's Community Development Department, to prepare a site- involving ground-disturbing activities on native specific general biological resources survey to identify the presence of any undisturbed lands are required to provide a Biological sensitive biological resources, including any sensitive plant or wildlife species. Resources Report in addition to an MSHCP Consistency Report - The report shall identify the need for focused presence/absence surveys and Analysis, as applicable. The Biological Resource Report identify the presence of state or federal regulated wetlands or waters. expands upon the MSHCP to ensure that potential Required surveys shall be conducted by qualified biologists and/or botanists habitats for rare or endangered plant species in accordance with California Department of Fish and Wildlife (DW) and/or specifically addressed that may not have been covered United States Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS) survey protocols for target under the MSHCP. Reports identifying sensitive species or species. If no sensitive species are observed during the field survey, then no habitats are further analyzed to evaluate the impacts of further mitigation will be required. If sensitive species or habitats, including the project on these species or habitats. Significant wetlands are documented on the project site, the project applicant shall impacts are mitigated where feasible and documented comply with the applicable requirements of the regulatory agencies and shall accordingly. apply mitigation determined through the agency permitting process.
RM-1j Where feasible, vegetation and tree removal should occur outside of the bird Ongoing Biological resource reports include recommendations nesting season (February 1 to August 31). If not feasible, the project applicant specific to bird nesting seasons. These recommendations shall retain a qualified biologist to conduct a nesting bird survey no more than are typically included as Conditions of Approval, as three days prior to the commencement of construction activities. The biologist applicable and feasible, to ensure that the projects conducting the clearance survey shall document the negative results if no comply with local, state, and federal laws, including but active bird nests are observed on the project site or within the vicinity during not limited to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) and the the clearance survey with a brief letter report, submitted to the City of San MSHCP. This approach ensures that vegetation and tree Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Jacinto Community Development Department prior to construction, removal activities are conducted responsibly, minimizing indicating that no impacts to active bird nests would occur before impacts on nesting birds. construction can proceed. If an active avian nest is discovered during the pre- construction clearance survey, construction activities shall stay outside a 300-foot buffer around the active nest. For listed and raptor species, this buffer shall be 500 feet. A biological monitor shall be present to delineate the boundaries of the buffer area and to monitor the active nest to ensure the nesting behavior is not adversely affected by construction activity, pursuant to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). Prior to the commencement of construction activities and the issuance of any permits, results of the pre- construction survey and any subsequent monitoring shall be provided to the City of San Jacinto Community Development Department, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and other appropriate agencies.
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RM-2a To reduce soil erosion and pollutants in urban runoff, require new Ongoing New development projects are reviewed by the development and redevelopment projects control stormwater runoff through Development Review Committee, which includes General Plan implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) to prevent any representatives from Planning, Engineering, and the City's deterioration of water quality that would impair subsequent or competing uses Water Quality Consultant. Projects are evaluated to of the water. Existing development shall control stormwater runoff so as to determine if they are exempt from the Water Quality prevent any deterioration of water quality that would impair subsequent or Management Plan (WQMP) requirements. Non-exempt Report - competing uses of the water. As specific development projects are projects are reviewed through a Preliminary WQMP implemented, project proponents will be required to consult with relevant (PWQMP) and a Final WQMP (FWQMP) to ensure agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), Regional Water compliance with post-construction stormwater runoff Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and the California Department of Fish and standards. Both exempt and non-exempt projects are Game (CDFG). Also, ensure that projects of one acre or more complete a further reviewed by the Engineering Department during the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) pursuant to California grading permit process to ensure compliance with the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) Santa Ana Region - Order No. SWPPP for construction runoff standards. This 00-65 and the City's MS4 permit (order no. R8-2002-0011 (NPDES No. CAS comprehensive review process ensures 618033). stormwater management and protection of water quality. Summary (2025 Annual Progress RM-2b Cooperate with the Regional Water Quality Control Board to develop a plan to Ongoing The City actively participates in the Santa Ana Watershed assist agricultural operations to reduce nitrate and sediment input to surface Project Authority Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake TMDL waters. Such a plan will enhance water quality and benefit aquatic plants and Task Force to continually evaluate and analyze the impacts wildlife within the planning area as well as downstream. of agricultural operations on nitrogen, phosphate, and other TMDLs that impair various surface waters. The task force includes the City of San Jacinto, San Jacinto
Agricultural Operators, S J Dairy & CAFO Operators,
EMWD, March JPA, Regional Water Quality Control Board,
and others. This collaborative effort aims to develop and implement strategies to reduce nitrate and sediment
aquatic plants and wildlife in the region.
RM-2C In cooperation with the state, regional, and local water agencies and suppliers, Ongoing While the City provides water services to approximately participate in programs that seek to expand the availability and use of recycled 4,400 customers within the City limits, a significant Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation water for irrigation where feasible and legally permitted. Specifically, support portion of the City is serviced by Eastern Municipal Water the expansion of the use of recycled water for urban and agricultural irrigation. District (EMWD). EMWD provides 100% of wastewater Cooperate with these agencies to establish standards and regulations for the treatment within the City limits and is working to expand use of recycled water in development projects. its recycled water capacity and capability. In 2022, the City, in partnership with EMWD, converted Catalpa Park
from potable water irrigation to recycled water irrigation, saving the City roughly 330,000 gallons of potable water annually. The City continues to support and participate in initiatives aimed at expanding the use of recycled water for both urban and agricultural irrigation.
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RM-2d Work with the water districts and private developers to encourage water Ongoing As part of the FY2023/2024 budget, the City established a conservation in the following ways: water conservation program for its water utility customers. General Plan The program is designed to supplement and augment
Implementing aquifer and groundwater recharge programs EMWD's robust water conservation program by focusing Participating in water conservation programs operated by the local on the City's water customers. In addition, the City and regional water districts continues to support EMWD's water reclamation projects, Establishing water conservation education programs including the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant Requiring the use of drought resistant plant species in landscaping for expansion approved at EMWD's San Jacinto facility. The public and private areas, including parks and recreational facilities, in new expanded facility will have the ability to process up to accordance with the Water Efficient Landscaping requirements. 27 million gallons per day (up from the current 14 million Expanding the production and use of reclaimed water gallons per day), significantly increasing the opportunity Requiring the incorporation of water conservation devices, including for recycled water throughout the region. The City also low flush toilets, flow restriction devices, and water conserving promotes water conservation through the use of drought- appliances in both new public and private development projects and resistant plant species and the incorporation of water- rehabilitation projects. conserving devices in new and rehabilitated developments.
RM-2e Through the development review process, require that sufficient water supply Ongoing New development projects are reviewed by the and water infrastructure capacity is available to serve the development prior Development Review Committee, which includes to approval of the project, pursuant to Water Code Section 10910 and representatives from the Planning and Public Utilities Government Code Section 66473.7. Departments. Most new projects are required to obtain a 'Will Serve' letter prior to entitlement, ensuring that the water provider (City of San Jacinto, EMWD, City of Hemet, Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - or Lake Hemet) can supply the necessary water and
wastewater services. This process ensures that sufficient water supply and infrastructure capacity are available
before project approval.
RM-2f Whenever feasible, incorporate improved open space and preservation areas Ongoing New development projects are evaluated for opportunities and quasi-active recreation facilities in areas used for ground water recharge to incorporate improved open space, preservation areas, and/or drainage detention. and quasi-active recreation facilities in areas designated for groundwater recharge and drainage detention. By
integrating these features, the City aims to enhance the usability and environmental benefits of these spaces
while supporting essential water management functions.
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Rm-2g During the development review process, the City shall allow new septic Ongoing Development, redevelopment, or replacement of existing systems only for low density projects if they have met the RWQCB's minimum septic systems are reviewed to determine eligibility for General Plan lot size requirement of one-half acre per subsurface disposal system and limited exemptions from mandatory sewer connection. where sewer connection is infeasible. Typically, such projects are required to connect to the sewer system, even if they currently utilize a septic
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RM-2h Continue to encourage the conversion from existing septic systems to sewer Ongoing The City actively promotes the conversion from septic by limiting the replacement or expansion/repair of existing septic systems as systems sewer connections. Replacement feasible. expansion/repair of existing septic systems is limited whenever feasible, and projects are reviewed to ensure
compliance with this policy, encouraging connections to the sewer system whenever possible.
RM-3a Continue to assess development proposals for potential impacts to sensitive Ongoing Development proposals are consistently evaluated for historic, archaeological, and paleontological resources pursuant to the potential impacts on sensitive historic, archaeological, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). and paleontological resources as part of the CEQA review process. Mitigation measures implemented
necessary to protect resources, ensuring
compliance with CEQA guidelines.
RM-30 For structures that potentially have historic significance, the City shall require Ongoing The City mandates studies by professional archaeologists that a study be conducted by a professional archaeologist or historian to or historians for structures with potential historic determine the actual significance of the structure and potential impacts of the significance to assess their importance and the impact of proposed development in accordance with CEOA Guidelines Section 15064.5. proposed developments. Based on these studies, the City Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress The City may require modification of the project and/or mitigation measures to may require project modifications or mitigation measures, avoid any impact to a historic structure, when feasible, such as retaining or such as retaining, rehabilitating, or relocating historic rehabilitating historic buildings pursuant to City of San Jacinto guidelines or buildings, to avoid adverse impacts, in line with CEQA relocating the historic building as feasible. Guidelines Section 15064.5 and City of San Jacinto guidelines.
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RM-30 For all development proposals within areas with the potential to contain Ongoing Following the adoption of Ordinance 22-12 in December prehistoric/historic resources, the City shall require a study to be conducted 2022, which amended Chapter 17.500 (Archaeological, General Plan by a professional archaeologist. The objective of the study will be to determine Paleontological, and Tribal Cultural Resource Protection), if significant archaeological resources are potentially present and if the project the City continues to enforce rigorous assessment will significantly impact these resources. If significant impacts are identified, procedures for areas with potential archaeological, the City may require the project to be modified to avoid the impacts or require paleontological, and tribal cultural resources. Report - mitigation measures to mitigate the impacts. Mitigation may involve Development proposals in identified areas are required to archaeological investigation and resources recovery. undergo resource assessment by qualified professionals before CEQA compliance review. Based on the findings,
the City may mandate project modifications or mitigation measures, such as resource recovery or monitoring of soil disturbance activities. Additionally, projects involving ground disturbance on native soil must enter a Treatment and Disposition Agreement with the Soboba Band of
Luiseño Indians. The City ensures provisions are in place for the accidental discovery of resources, including human remains, accordance with relevant laws and
regulations.
RM-30 For projects that involve ground disturbing activities on native soil, prior to the Ongoing The City requires developers to enter into a Treatment and issuance of a grading permit, the developer shall enter a Treatment and Disposition Agreement (TDA) with the Soboba Band of Disposition Agreement (TDA) with the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians to Luiseño Indians for projects involving ground disturbance address treatment and disposition of archaeological/cultural resources and on native soil. This agreement addresses the treatment human remains associated with Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians that may be and disposition of any archaeological/cultural resources Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress uncovered or otherwise discovered during construction of the project. The TDA and human remains that may be uncovered during may establish provisions for tribal monitors. Following execution of the TDA by construction. Provisions for tribal monitors are often the developer and Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, the TDA will be included. Once executed, the TDA is incorporated by incorporated by reference into the grading permit. reference into the grading permit, ensuring compliance with this requirement prior to the commencement of
grading activities.
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RM-3e The City shall require an assessment of the potential for development Ongoing The City continues to enforce the assessment of potential proposals to significantly impact paleontological resources pursuant to the impacts on paleontological resources for development General Plan California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines. If the project involves proposals in accordance the California earthworks, the City may require a study conducted by a professional Environmental Quality Act Guidelines. Projects involving paleontologist to determine if paleontological assets are present, and if the earthworks may necessitate studies by professional project will significantly impact the resources. If significant impacts are paleontologists to ascertain the presence and potential Report - identified, the City may require the project to be modified to avoid impacting impact of paleontological assets. Upon identification of the paleontological materials, require monitoring of rock units with high significant impacts, the City may mandate project potential to contain significant nonrenewable paleontologic resources, or modifications to avoid adverse effects on paleontological require mitigation measures to mitigate the impacts, such as recovering the materials. Additionally, monitoring of rock units with high paleontological resources for preservation. potential for paleontological resources may be required.
Mitigation measures, including the recovery of
paleontological resources for preservation, are
implemented as necessary to mitigate impacts in
compliance with regulatory standards.
RM-3f The City shall make provisions for archeological resources accidentally Ongoing In alignment with Ordinance 22-10, which incorporated discovered during construction for projects where the City has approval the Soboba Treatment and Disposition Agreement into the authority over the project. These provisions shall include an immediate Development Code, the City ensures provisions are in evaluation of the find and contingency funding and time allotment sufficient place archaeological resources accidentally to allow for the recovery of the archeological resource or implement measures discovered during construction projects under its approval to avoid disturbing the resource if the archeological resource is determined to authority. Immediate evaluation of such finds is be unique. conducted, and contingency funding and time allotment are allocated to facilitate the recovery of archaeological Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress resources. These provisions are vital to safeguarding
cultural heritage and are enforced as part of the City's commitment to responsible development practices.
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RM-3g In the event of discovery or recognition of any human remains in any location Ongoing The City is committed to upholding protocols for the other than a dedicated cemetery, the City shall halt excavation or disturbance respectful treatment of human remains, particularly when General Plan of the site, or any nearby area reasonably suspected to overlie adjacent human discovered outside dedicated cemeteries. Upon discovery remains until the County Coroner has been informed and has determined that or recognition of human remains, excavation or no investigation of the cause of death is required. If the remains are of Native disturbance activities are immediately halted in the American origin, there shall be no further excavation or disturbance of the site suspected area until the County Coroner has been or any nearby area reasonably suspected to overlie adjacent human remains informed and has determined whether further until the descendants from the deceased Native Americans have made a investigation is necessary. If the remains are of Native recommendation to the landowner or the persons responsible for the American origin, additional measures are implemented to excavation work, for means of treating or disposing of, with appropriate dignity, ensure dignified treatment in accordance with Public the human remains and any associated grave goods as provided in Public Resources Code section 5097.98. The City facilitates Resources Code section 5097.98, or the Native American Heritage communication between descendants and responsible Commission was unable to identify a descendant or the descendant failed to parties for recommendations on appropriate treatment or make a recommendation within 24 hours after being granted access to the disposal of the remains. Compliance with these site. procedures is vital to honoring cultural heritage and legal obligations.
RM-3h Prior to the adoption or substantial amendment of a general plan or specific Routine The City consistently adheres to the requirement of plan, the City shall refer the proposed action to those tribes that are on the Practice referring proposed actions related to the adoption or NAHC contact list and have traditional lands located within the City's substantial amendment of general plans or specific plans jurisdiction for a 45 day comment period. to tribes listed on the NAHC contact list with traditional lands within the City's jurisdiction. This process ensures meaningful consultation and allows tribes the opportunity Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - for a 45-day comment period, facilitating collaboration and consideration of tribal interests in planning decisions.
RM-3i Prior to the adoption or substantial amendment of a general plan or specific Routine The City consistently adheres to the requirement of plan, the City shall refer the proposed action to those tribes that are on the Practice referring proposed actions related to the adoption or NAHC contact list and have traditional lands located within the City's substantial amendment of general plans or specific plans jurisdiction for a 45 day comment period. to tribes listed on the NAHC contact list with traditional lands within the City's jurisdiction. This process ensures meaningful consultation and allows tribes the opportunity for a 45-day comment period, facilitating collaboration and consideration of tribal interests in planning decisions.
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RM-3j affected and contain a cutural place and the rented rie has requested Proactive Preparedness it remains committed to the consultation process outlined General Plan public notice under Government Code section 65092. in Government Code section 65092. The City recognizes the importance of consulting with tribes if and when such designations are proposed, especially when the affected land contains cultural places. This proactive approach
ensures readiness to engage in meaningful consultation Report and demonstrates the City's commitment to honoring
tribal interests in land use decisions.
RM-3K Promote public awareness and encourage tourism in the City by actively Ongoing The City is actively developing initiatives to promote public identifying and enhancing the community's historic resources through the awareness of its historic resources and encourage location of historic landmark plaques and a Historic Tour Guide. Promote tours tourism. Efforts are currently focused on the Estudillo of these sites on the City's and other organization's websites. Mansion, with plans for the development of a comprehensive program including walk-throughs, video Summary (2025 Annual Progress tours, and audio guides. The City is also considering the expansion of this program to include other historic sites such as Druding Veteran Memorial Park. Promotion of
these tours will be facilitated through the City's website as well as collaboration with other organizations to reach a wider audience
RM-31 Continue to support the improvement and enhancement of the Estudillo Ongoing The City continues to support the improvement and Mansion and expand opportunities for public access and use of the historic enhancement of the Estudillo Mansion, actively pursuing treasure. initiatives to preserve its architectural integrity, historical significance, and cultural heritage. Efforts include ongoing 2040 Implementation restoration projects, visitor engagement programs, and
community events aimed at increasing public access and
appreciation of the mansion. Additionally, the City has implemented a proactive funding strategy by allocating
20% of all sponsorships for City events into a trust account dedicated to the eventual restoration of the Estudillo
Mansion Barn. This forward-thinking approach ensures
sustainable for the preservation and
enhancement of additional historic structures associated with the Estudillo Mansion, further enriching the cultural Attachment: General Plan landscape of the City and providing opportunities for
future generations to connect with their heritage.
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RM-3m Under The City is currently in the process of exploring options to Beelines nor deepent at chide ormands the histories rese ina Exploration develop and implement architectural standards and General Plan of the community. Use housing and façade rehabilitation programs to support historical preservation guidelines for the Downtown development and redevelopment activities that preserve and complement Village area. This initiative aims to ensure that future historic structures and resources in the downtown. development and redevelopment activities align with the community's historical character and architectural Report - heritage. By prioritizing the preservation and enhancement of historic resources, the City seeks to foster a vibrant and culturally rich Main Street environment that celebrates its unique heritage while accommodating modern needs and
aspirations.
RM-3n Develop and implement programs and/or incentives to private property Ongoing The City is actively exploring the implementation of owners to help preserve, restore, or reuse historic structures while enhancing programs and incentives to assist private property owners their historical significance and integrity. in preserving, restoring, or reusing historic structures. One Summary (2025 Annual Progress potential initiative under consideration
implementation of a Mills Act program, which could
provide significant benefits to property owners in
exchange for the preservation of historic properties.
However, due to the complexity of such a program and the need for thorough vetting and implementation, it is
expected to require significant time and resources. The City remains committed to finding innovative ways to
support the preservation and enhancement of historic
structures while ensuring their historical significance and integrity are maintained.
RM-30 Conduct a historic properties inventory that takes into consideration Complete Completed as part of the General Plan 2040 Historic buildings, neighborhoods, and other features of historic, architectural, or December Resources Survey. Planned for Regular Review. The City cultural significance. 2022 conducted a comprehensive historic properties inventory as part of the General Plan 2040 process, which included Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation buildings, neighborhoods, and other features of historic, architectural, or cultural significance. Moving forward, the City plans to conduct regular reviews of the inventory, with the next evaluation scheduled in 4-6 years. This periodic assessment ensures that the inventory remains up-to-
date and accurately reflects the City's evolving historic landscape, enabling informed decision-making and
effective preservation efforts.
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RM-4a Implement the local GHG reduction measures identified in the Western Ongoing The City of San Jacinto is actively engaged in implementing Riverside Council of Government's Subregional Climate Action Plan (CAP) for the local GHG reduction measures outlined in the Western General Plan San Jacinto, participate in future updates of the CAP, and on an annual basis, Riverside Council of Government's Subregional Climate record the status of each local measure and submit the result to WROG Action Plan (CAP). Additionally, the City commits to using the WROG Climate Action Plan Tracking Tool. participating in future updates of the CAP to align with evolving climate goals and strategies. Annually, the City Report - records the status of each local measure and submits the results to WROG using the WRCOG Climate Action Plan
Tracking Tool. This ongoing commitment reflects the City's dedication to mitigating climate change and promoting
sustainability within its jurisdiction.
RM-4b As applicable, review new industrial and commercial development projects Ongoing The City of San Jacinto diligently reviews new industrial during the CEQA process for potential air quality impacts to residences and and commercial development projects during the CEQA other sensitive receptors. Ensure that mitigation measures and best process to assess potential air quality impacts on management practices are implemented to reduce significant emissions of residences and other sensitive receptors. All new criteria pollutants. industrial projects located within 1,000 feet of existing or planned residential uses are required to complete a
Health Risk Assessment (HRA). The Development Review
Committee, composed of representatives from Building &
Safety, Planning, Engineering, Fire, and Public Works,
oversees the review of all development projects. Those
subject to CEQA review are further analyzed using project- specific air quality reports to ensure compliance with Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD)
standards for air pollutants. Additionally, projects are thoroughly examined for compliance with various local,
state, and federal regulations concerning
transportation and handling of hazardous materials. This proactive approach underscores the City's commitment to minimizing air quality impacts and ensuring the health and safety of its residents.
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RM-4C Review development, infrastructure, and planning projects for consistency Ongoing The City of San Jacinto is actively reviewing development, with SCAQMD requirements during the CEQA review process. Require project infrastructure, and planning projects for consistency with General Plan applicants to prepare air quality analyses to address SCAQMD and General South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Plan requirements, as appropriate, which include analysis and identification requirements during the CEQA review process. Project applicants are required to prepare air quality analyses addressing SCAQMD and General Plan requirements, as
Air pollutant emissions associated with the project during appropriate. These analyses include comprehensive construction, project operation, and cumulative conditions. assessments of air pollutant emissions associated with • Potential exposure of sensitive receptors to toxic air contaminants. the project during construction, project operation, and Significant air quality impacts associated with the project for cumulative conditions, as well as the potential exposure of construction, project operation, and cumulative conditions. sensitive receptors to toxic air contaminants. Moreover, Mitigation measures to reduce significant impacts to less than significant air quality impacts associated with the project stigated tor the maximum extent feasible where impacts cannot be for construction, project operation, and cumulative Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - conditions are carefully identified and evaluated. The City mandates the inclusion of mitigation measures aimed at
reducing significant impacts to less than significant, or to the maximum extent feasible where impacts cannot be
fully mitigated. This proactive approach demonstrates the City's commitment to addressing air quality concerns and ensuring the sustainability and well-being of its residents and environment.
RM-4d Work with the South Coast Air Quality Management District, Southern Ongoing The City of San Jacinto continues to collaborate with key California Association of Governments, the Western Riverside Council of regional agencies, including the South Coast Air Quality Governments, and the California Air Resource Board to implement programs Management District (SCAQMD), Southern California aimed at improving regional air quality. Association of Governments (SCAG), Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG), and the California Air
Resources Board (CARB), to implement programs aimed
at improving regional air quality. Through
participation and cooperation with these organizations, the City contributes development Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation implementation of initiatives focused on reducing air
pollution and enhancing air quality across the region. By working collectively with these agencies, the City reaffirms its commitment to addressing air quality challenges and promoting the health and well-being of its residents and the broader community.
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RM-4e Continue to review development projects to ensure that all new public and Ongoing The City of San Jacinto maintains its commitment to private development complies with the California Code of Regulations (CCR), reviewing development projects to ensure compliance General Plan Title 24 standards as well as the energy efficiency standards established by with both state and local energy efficiency standards. All the San Jacinto Municipal Code. new public and private development undergo thorough scrutinv to ensure adherence to the California Code of
Regulations (CCR), Title 24 standards. Additionally, the Report - City enforces energy efficiency standards established by the San Jacinto Municipal Code. Through ongoing review
processes, the City aims to promote sustainable
development practices, reduce energy consumption, and
enhance the overall environmental performance of new
construction projects within its jurisdiction.
RM-4f Monitor GHG emissions generated by the community over time for Ongoing While the City itself does not directly monitor GHG consistency with the established GHG reduction targets and strive to update emissions or conduct GHG modeling, it relies on data and the City's community GHG Inventory every five years. In the event that the City analysis provided by regional and regulatory partners such determines that ongoing efforts to reduce GHG emissions are not on track to as the Air Resources Board, South Coast Air Quality meet the City's adopted GHG reduction targets, the City shall establish and Management District (SCAQMD), Southern California adopt new and/or revised GHG reductions measures that will effectively meet Association of Governments (SCAG), Western Riverside the established GHG reduction targets. Council of Governments (WRCOG), and other relevant agencies. Development projects within the City require Air Quality Studies, which are based on data provided by
these agencies. The City collaborates closely with these partners to ensure compliance with air quality and GHG Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress emission standards. In the event that ongoing efforts to reduce GHG emissions are not aligned with the City's
adopted targets, the City remains committed to working
with its regional and regulatory partners to establish and adopt new and/or revised GHG reduction measures,
leveraging their expertise and resources to effectively meet the established targets.
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Provide the necessary facilities and infrastructure to facilitate the use of City- The City of San Jacinto has taken initial steps towards owned low or zero-emission vehicles such as electric vehicle charging facilitating the use of low or zero-emission vehicles within General Plan facilities at key City facilities as operations necessitate and/or as funding its fleet. The recent acquisition of its first renewable becomes available. vehicle, a Ford Transit EV for use by the Public Utilities Department, marks a milestone in the City's commitment
to sustainable transportation. Furthermore, the City is Report - actively exploring options for compliance with CARB's
Clean Vehicle Initiative and evaluating opportunities to constructor provide property for the installation of EV Charging Stations. However, it's worth noting that
alternative fuel options, such as Hydrogen, currently lack significant infrastructure in the Valley, with the only known charging station located in Perris. As such, while Hydrogen remains a consideration, it is currently a less likely
alternative fuel for the Citv's fleet. The Citv remains dedicated to exploring and implementing sustainable
transportation solutions as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce emissions environmental
stewardship.
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RM-4h Evaluate and consider multi-modal transportation benefits to all City Under The City of San Jacinto is actively evaluating multi-modal employees, such as free or low-cost monthly public transportation (bus) Evaluation transportation benefits for all City employees, including General Plan passes. Encourage employer participation in similar programs. Encourage the possibility of providing free or low-cost monthly public new transit/shuttle services and use. transportation (bus) passes. Additionally, the City encourages employer participation in similar programs
aimed at promoting alternative transportation options. Report - While this action is under evaluation, the City already participates in Riverside Transit Agency's (RTA) rideshare programs, such as Dial-A-Ride, and the lE Commuter
Rideshare program. IE Commuter offers a range of
employer solutions, including customized rideshare
programs with incentives, guaranteed ride home, and
other benefits that support businesses and employees
alike. These workplaces rideshare programs not only lower costs but also increase productivity and contribute to Summary (2025 Annual Progress environmental improvement. IE Commuter provides
support for employers of all sizes, including those required to comply with South Coast AQMD Rule 2202. Moreover, IE Commuter assists commuters by providing incentives for
ridesharing, personal ride matching services for carpools and vanpools, Park & Ride lot information, and transit
solutions powered by Google Transit™. The City remains
committed to exploring and implementing measures that
enhance access to transportation options and promote
sustainable commuting practices among its employees 2040 Implementation and the broader community.
RM-4i Evaluate and consider the feasibility of allowing private bicycle rental Under The City of San Jacinto continues to evaluate and consider companies to operate in San Jacinto. Evaluation the feasibility of allowing private bicycle rental companies to operate within its jurisdiction. This ongoing assessment involves careful examination of factors such as regulatory requirements, infrastructure needs, potential demand,
and economic viability. By exploring the feasibility of such operations, the City aims to enhance transportation
options, promote active lifestyles, and support Attachment: General Plan sustainable modes of travel within the community. The
City remains committed to engaging stakeholders,
conducting thorough analyses, and making informed
decisions that align with its goals of fostering a vibrant and accessible urban environment.
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RM-4j Encourage community car-sharing and carpooling. Ongoing The City of San Jacinto actively promotes and participates in initiatives aimed at encouraging community car-sharing General Plan and carpooling. The City's involvement includes
participation in Riverside Transit Agency's (RTA) rideshare programs, such as Dial-A-Ride and the IE Commuter
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ridesharing and offer personal ride matching services for carpools and vanpools. Through ongoing promotion,
participation, and collaboration, the City aims to reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips, alleviate
congestion, and enhance the overall transportation
experience for the community.
RM-4K Support the establishment and expansion of a regional network of electric Ongoing The City of San Jacinto proactively supports the vehicle charging stations and encourage the expanded use of electric vehicles. establishment and expansion of a regional network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, recognizing the importance of promoting sustainable transportation
options. The City actively evaluates options to construct or provide property for the installation of EV charging
stations. Through ongoing support, participation, and
collaboration, the City aims to expand access to EV
charging infrastructure, encourage the adoption of electric vehicles, and contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable transportation future for the community and region. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary Packet Pg. 1420
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RM-41 Establish and adopt standards and requirements for electric vehicle parking, Complete The City of San Jacinto has taken proactive steps to including minimum requirements for the installation of electric vehicle establish and adopt standards and requirements for General Plan charging stations in new multi-family residential and commercial, office, and electric vehicle (EV) parking, including minimum light industrial development. requirements for the installation of EV charging stations in new multi-family residential and commercial, office, and light industrial development. In June 2024, the City Report - Council adopted Ordinance 24-11, which amended Title
15 (Buildings and Construction) to add Chapter 15.60
(Electric Vehicle Charging Stations). This ordinance
mandates the expedited review and permitting of EV
charging stations, streamlining the process for developers and property owners. Additionally, the chapter allows the City to permit fewer parking spaces on a site if it results from the construction of EV charging stations,
demonstrating the City's commitment to promoting
sustainable transportation options. By implementing
these standards and requirements, the City encourages
the adoption of EV infrastructure and supports the
transition to cleaner and more environmentally friendly transportation alternatives.
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RM-4m Adopt a Green Building Program to promote the reduction of urban heat Ongoing While the City of San Jacinto ensures that all islands through vegetation management and cool surfaces. Encourage multi- developments comply with the latest requirements of Title General Plan family residential and non-residential development to increase the use of 24 of the California Building Code Standards, there is higher-albedo materials for surfaces including roofs, parking areas, driveways, ongoing consideration for additional measures to promote roads, and sidewalks. Encourage developments with parking lot areas to sustainability and reduce urban heat islands. The City is shade these areas with vegetation or solar panels when appropriate. Support actively exploring the adoption of a Green Building Report - various programs to plant and maintain trees, which can also contribute to a Program that would incentivize or mandate the use of reduction of urban heat islands. higher-albedo materials for surfaces, such as roofs, parking areas, driveways, roads, and sidewalks.
Furthermore, the City aims to encourage developments to incorporate shading elements like vegetation or solar
panels in parking lot areas where appropriate. Additionally, the City supports various programs aimed at planting and maintaining trees, recognizing their contribution to
reducing urban heat islands. While compliance with
building code standards ensures a baseline level of
sustainability, the City remains committed to exploring and implementing measures that promote environmental
stewardship and enhance the quality of life for its
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RM-4n Future development projects will be required to demonstrate consistency with Ongoing The City of San Jacinto is committed to ensuring that future SCAQMD construction emission thresholds. Where emissions from individual development projects comply with Southern California Air projects exceed SCAQMD thresholds, the following actions should be Quality Management District (SCAQMD) construction incorporated as necessary to minimize impacts. These measures do not emission thresholds to minimize air quality impacts. exclude the use of other, equally effective mitigation measures as determined Projects are required to demonstrate consistency with by a project specific Air Quality Assessment. these thresholds, and if emissions exceed the specified limits, appropriate mitigation measures are incorporated Require all off-road diesel equipment greater than 50 horsepower (hp) to minimize impacts. used for this Project to meet USEPA Tier 4 final off-road emission standards or equivalent. Such equipment shall be outfitted with Best Available Control Technology (BACT) devices including a California Air Resources Board Certified Level 3 Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) or equivalent. The DPF reduces diesel particulate matter and NOx emissions during construction activities.
Require a minimum of 50 percent of construction debris be diverted for recycling.
Require building materials to contain a minimum 10 percent recycled content.
Require materials such as paints, primers, sealants, coatings, and glues to have a low volatile organic compound concentration Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan compared to conventional products. If low VOC materials are not available, architectural coating phasing should be extended sufficiently to reduce the daily emissions of VOCs.
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RM-40 Future development projects will be required to demonstrate consistency with Ongoing The City of San Jacinto is committed to ensuring that future SCAQMD's operational emission thresholds. For projects where operational development projects comply with Southern California Air emissions exceed regulatory thresholds, the following measures may be used Quality Management District (SCAQMD) construction to reduce impacts. Note the following measures are not all inclusive and emission thresholds to minimize air quality impacts. developers have the option to add or substitute measures that are equally or Projects are required to demonstrate consistency with more appropriate for the scope of the project. these thresholds, and if emissions exceed the specified limits, appropriate mitigation measures are incorporated Develop a project specific TDM program for residents and/or to minimize impacts. employees that provides opportunities for carpool/vanpools.
Provide onsite solar/renewable energy in excess of regulatory requirements.
Require that owners/tenants of non-residential or multi-family residential developments use architectural coatings that are 10 grams per liter or less when repainting/repairing properties.
Require dripless irrigation and irrigation sensor units that prevent watering during rainstorms.
Ensure all parking areas are wired for capability of future EV charging and include EV charging stations that exceed regulatory requirements.
Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan RM-5a Continue to implement the City's Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) Ongoing The City of San Jacinto continues to actively implement its program; evaluate the effectiveness of the program every five years to identify Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program, which programmatic changes necessary to continue meeting the City's objectives. provides residents and businesses with an alternative to traditional utility providers, aiming to offer competitive rates and increase renewable energy options. The City
regularly assesses the effectiveness of the program,
conducting evaluations every five years to identify any necessary programmatic changes required to align with
the City's objectives and community needs. Through
ongoing implementation and periodic evaluation, the City remains committed to delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions while ensuring transparency,
affordability, and environmental stewardship for its
residents and businesses.
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RM-5b Implement energy conservation measures in public buildings through the Ongoing The City of San Jacinto is actively engaged in implementing following actions: energy conservation measures in public buildings. This General Plan involves promoting energy-efficient buildings and site
• Promote energy efficient buildings and site design for all new public designs for all new public constructions during the site buildings during the site development permit process; and development permit process. Additionally, energy-saving Install energy saving devices in new public buildings and retrofit devices are installed in new public buildings, while existing existing public buildings. Report -
ones undergo retrofitting to enhance energy efficiency.
Notably, inefficient lighting and equipment are
systematically replaced with more energy-efficient
alternatives, such as LED lights. Furthermore, the city has successfully converted city-owned parking lot lighting and all streetlights within its jurisdiction to LEDs. These initiatives collectively aim to reduce energy consumption, lower operational costs, and demonstrate the city's
commitment to environmental sustainability.
RM-5C During the development review process, encourage innovative building Ongoing The City of San Jacinto continues to promote innovative design, layout, and orientation techniques to minimize energy use by taking building design, layout, and orientation techniques to advantage of sun/shade patterns, prevailing winds, landscaping and building minimize energy usage during the development review naterials that control energy usage, and solar design. process. All projects undergo thorough review by the Development Review Committee, which includes
representatives from various departments such
Planning, Building & Safety, Engineering, Public Utilities, and Fire. This collaborative effort ensures compliance with Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress standards and allows developers to leverage sun/shade
patterns, prevailing winds, landscaping, and energy-
efficient building materials. The Committee assists
developers in identifying opportunities to optimize their projects by considering factors like prevailing wind and sun/shade patterns, thereby facilitating better design
decisions that contribute to energy efficiency.
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RM-5d Promote retrofit programs by the City to reduce energy usage and Ongoing The City of San Jacinto continues to promote retrofit consequently reduce emissions from energy consumption. Encourage utility programs aimed at reducing energy usage and emissions General Plan companies to provide informational literature about available retrofit from energy consumption. Efforts include encouraging programs at public facilities such as City Hall, the Community Center, and utility companies to distribute informational literature libraries. about available retrofit programs at key public facilities such as City Hall, the Community Center, and libraries. Report - Additionally, the City utilizes its social media platform to disseminate information to a wide range of residents and the business community, minimizing reliance on printed
materials and ensuring up-to-date communication on
energy-saving initiatives. These ongoing efforts
underscore the City's commitment to sustainability and
fostering community-wide participation in energy
conservation endeavors.
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RM-5e Continue to review development projects to ensure that all new public and Ongoing The City maintains its commitment to reviewing private development complies with the California Code of Regulations, Title development projects to ensure compliance with energy 24 standards as well as the energy efficiency standards established by the efficiency standards set forth in the California Code of General Plan and the Municipal Code. Regulations, Title 24, as well as those established by the General Plan and Municipal Code. This ongoing review
process ensures that both new public and private
developments adhere to stringent energy efficiency
guidelines, promoting sustainable construction practices and reducing energy consumption throughout the
community. By upholding these standards, the City
reinforces its dedication to environmental stewardship
and the long-term well-being of its residents and the
surrounding environment.
RM-5f Promote the CEC Building Energy Benchmarking Program (AB 802) on the Under The City is currently assessing the most effective way to City's website to help benchmark and monitor energy use for participating Evaluation promote the CEC Building Energy Benchmarking Program businesses seeking to increase energy efficiency and realize cost savings. (AB 802) on its website. This initiative aims to assist Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation businesses in benchmarking and monitoring their energy
use to enhance energy efficiency and achieve cost
savings.
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RM-5g Encourage new development projects to install electrified space (HVAC) and Ongoing The City actively encourages new development projects to Plan water heating systems in lieu of natural gas systems, above and beyond the prioritize the installation of electrified space (HVAC) and requirements of Title 24, before and during the building plan check process. water heating systems over natural gas systems. This General encouragement occurs before and during the building plan check process, emphasizing the benefits of electrified
systems for energy efficiency and environmental
sustainability. While not mandatory, this proactive Report approach aligns with the City's commitment to promoting clean energy alternatives and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. By fostering the adoption of electrified systems, the City contributes to mitigating carbon emissions and
advancing its goals for a greener and more sustainable
future.
RM-5h During the development review process, require that all new developments Ongoing The City ensures that So Cal Gas is notified of all incoming adjacent to or near natural gas lines, coordinate with So Cal Gas to install and projects through a project transmittal, providing ample connect to the lines, as feasible. time for So Cal Gas to review and provide feedback and comments on the project before it is circulated to the
general public. This proactive communication process
ensures that So Cal Gas is actively involved in the
development review process, allowing for early
coordination and integration of natural gas infrastructure requirements into new developments. By facilitating
collaboration between developers and So Cal Gas at the Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress outset of projects, the City promotes efficient and
effective planning, ultimately enhancing the safety and functionality of natural gas services within the community.
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RM-5i Advertise the San Jacinto Power PureGreen program and encourage San Ongoing The City actively advertises the San Jacinto Power Jacinto Power customers to enroll in the program and opt-up to 100 percent PureGreen program and encourages San Jacinto Power General Plan renewable energy content. customers to enroll in the program and opt-up to 100 percent renewable energy content. This initiative is
supported by a dedicated public website for San Jacinto Power, providing residents and business owners with Report - comprehensive information about their energy options,
including PureGreen. Through targeted outreach and
accessible online resources, the City aims to raise
awareness about renewable energy alternatives and
empower customers to make environmentally conscious
choices for their energy consumption. By promoting the
PureGreen program, the City reinforces its commitment to sustainability and encourages community participation in reducing carbon emissions.
RM-5j Encourage Southern California Edison (SCE) customers to participate in SCE's Ongoing The City actively engages with Southern California Edison 100% Green tier. (SCE) to encourage the promotion of their 100% Green tier to their customers. Through advocacy and collaboration
with SCE, the City emphasizes the importance of offering renewable energy options and encourages SCE to actively promote their 100% Green tier to customers. By
highlighting the benefits of renewable energy and
advocating for increased participation in this program, the Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress City aims to support SCE in its efforts to transition towards cleaner energy sources and reduce carbon emissions.
Through ongoing dialogue and partnership with SCE, the
City reinforces its commitment to environmental
sustainability and encourages collective action towards a greener future.
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RM-6a Adopt and maintain level of service (e.g., response times, call handling) and Ongoing The City maintains its commitment to adopt and uphold staffing standards as well as a developer fee program for the Police level of service and staffing standards for the Police General Plan Department. Review the level of services and funding levels at budget time, Department. These standards are regularly reviewed adjusting when necessary to ensure that adequate levels of service and during budget cycles, with adjustments made facilities are provided and maintained based on short-term and long-term necessary to ensure adequate service levels based growth projections. Future developers will contribute funds for police services growth projections. Additionally, future developers Report - through the adopted developer fees. contribute funds for police services through the established Development impact Fees and Special
Assessments. However, despite efforts such as the
establishment of CFD 2003-1 to support police services, there remains a shortfall in funding, necessitating General Fund allocation to cover the deficit. As of FY23/24, Public Safety accounted for a significant portion of the
operational budget, nearly 78%, highlighting the City's prioritization of public safety despite increasing costs. Summary (2025 Annual Progress Despite financial challenges, the City continues to
allocate funds for additional police services
equipment, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to
maintaining and enhancing public safety services for the community.
RM-6b Continue to work with the school districts to provide School Resource Officers Ongoing The City continues its collaboration with San Jacinto (SROs) to assist the school districts with safety and security concerns. Review Unified, and Hemet Unified School Districts to provide the success of the program and funding/staffing levels on an annual basis, School Resource Officers (SROs), enhancing safety and adjusting when necessary to ensure that adequate levels of service are security within schools. This ongoing provided and maintained. partnership includes regular reviews of the program's an annual basis. Adjustments are made as necessary to
ensure that adequate levels of service are maintained,
addressing evolving safety concerns and supporting the
well-being of students, staff, and the broader school Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation community. By prioritizing these proactive measures and maintaining close coordination with school districts, the City reinforces its commitment to promoting a safe and
secure learning environment for all students.
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RM-6C In cooperation with the school districts, police and fire departments, and Ongoing The City requires that all staff complete the FEMA NIMS local, state, and federal emergency management agencies, implement an and SIMS trainings Level I-100 and 700. Supervisors and General Plan Emergency Operation Center (EOC) to respond to and manage disasters. above are also required to complete Level II-200 and 800.
Provide annual training for City staff in emergency management so that when This training ensures that staff are well-prepared to they are called into action, they will be able to distribute information and effectively distribute information and resources to the resources to the public effectively. public during emergencies. Additionally, the City is Report - working in cooperation with various agencies to
implement and maintain a fully operational Emergency
Operation Center (EOC) to respond to and manage
disasters. Annual training is provided to ensure City staff are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge in emergency management.
RM-6d During the development review process, require design features that reduce Ongoing During the development review process, the City the potential for crime. New projects should: mandates design features aimed at reducing the potential Summary (2025 Annual Progress for crime in new projects. These features include well- Provide well-lighted and visible streets and street names, building lighted and visible streets, building entrances, and parking entrances and addresses, common areas, and parking facilities. facilities, along with limited access points to deter Limit access into and between buildings to reduce escape routes and unauthorized entry. Additionally, landscaping is required to make undetected entry difficult. to facilitate natural surveillance while minimizing areas for Provide landscaping that permits the natural surveillance of open concealment. Emergency vehicle access and defensible areas and entryways, and avoids creating places for concealment. space are also integral design considerations for multi- • Be designed to permit emergency vehicle access to all sides of family and non-residential developments. Projects buildings located in multi-family and non-residential developments. undergo thorough review by the Development Review • Be designed to allow for defensible space. Committee (DRC) to ensure compliance with these crime prevention principles. Furthermore, project plans are
transmitted to the Police Department to leverage their
expertise in identifying opportunities for incorporating crime prevention through environmental design (PTED)
strategies. This collaborative approach underscores the City's commitment to fostering safe and Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation:
environments through thoughtful urban planning and
design practices.
RM-6e Work with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department to promote the Ongoing Staff is exploring the feasibility of implementing this establishment and operation of Neighborhood Watch programs throughout program. the City. Consider assigning a police officer or volunteer patrol person to each Neighborhood Watch group for assistance in launching and maintaining a successful program.
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RM-6f In cooperation with the Riverside County Fire Department, adopt and maintain Ongoing In cooperation with the Riverside County Fire Department, level of service (e.g., response times, call handling) and staffing standards, as the City adopts and maintains level of service (e.g., General Plan well as a developer fee program for fire services. Review the level of services response times, call handling) and staffing standards, and funding levels at budget time, adjusting when necessary to ensure that alongside a Developer Fee Program for fire services. These adequate levels of service and facilities are provided and maintained. Future standards and fees are regularly reviewed during budget developers will contribute funds for fire services through the adopted cycles to ensure adequate service levels and facilities are developer fees. During the budget and CIP process, reserve future sites maintained, with adjustments made as necessary. Future through purchase, eminent domain, dedication, donation, or a combination of developers contribute funds for fire services through the these procedures. established Development Impact Fees and special assessment, such as CFD 2003-1, which covers public
safety, including fire prevention services. This funding mechanism ensures ongoing support for fire services as
the community grows and development occurs. During the Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process,
the City proactively reserves future sites for fire stations through various means, including purchase, eminent
domain, dedication, donation, or a combination of these procedures. This strategic planning approach allows the City to secure necessary sites to meet future fire service needs, reflecting its commitment to enhancing public
safety and ensuring the well-being of residents and
businesses.
RM-7a Review development proposals for their potential demand for and impact on Complete The City adopted Ordinance 22-12 in December 2022, parks and recreational facilities in the community by: which updated the City's subdivision code, including December parkland dedication and development requirements. • Requiring developers of residential projects to provide adequate 2022 parkland equal to five acres per 1,000 residents (0.005 acre per Specifically, Chapter 16.75 (Parkland Dedication and Fees) outlines the requirements for residential projects to resident), or pay an in-lieu fee prior to occupancy of the project. either provide parkland as part of the development or pay • Requiring non-residential development to provide parkland equal to Ongoing an in-lieu fee. The parkland dedication and fee is based on
2.5 acres per 1,000 employees (0.0025 acre per employee), or pay an 0.005 acre per resident, or 5 acres per 1,000 residents.
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in lieu fee prior to occupancy of the project. This ordinance that new developments
Work with developers to identify the appropriate park type(s), sizes), adequately contribute to the availability of parks and facilities, and location(s) for required park facilities. recreational facilities, maintaining the City's commitment • Ensure parkland facilities conform with City standards. to providing accessible and well-maintained green spaces for the community.
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RM-7b Projects located along the river levees or fault zones, or for pages lse, ed ales the nite never or autore resen colde on going that include drainage courses, utility easements, and/or General Plan the project to provide easements to the appropriate agency (the City of San flood control facilities, are encouraged to develop the Jacinto, homeowners association, Valleywide or other agency) for the space as active open space. This space is either provision of linear parks, pathways, horseback riding trails, and/or hiking and maintained by the City through a Community Facilities biking trails within these areas, linking to the regional park and trail system District (CFD) providing ongoing funding, by a Report - where possible. homeowner's association (HOA), or it is dedicated to Valleywide Recreation and Park District or another
appropriate agency. This approach helps ensure that these areas are effectively utilized for recreational purposes while also being properly maintained and integrated into the regional park and trail system, enhancing community connectivity and access to outdoor activities.
RM-7C Cooperate with joint power authorities, special districts, and regional, State, Ongoing The City is exploring potential partnerships with the and federal agencies to explore the development of a regional park that Western Riverside County Regional Conservation includes facilities such as hiking trails, camping, and fishing opportunities. Authority (WRRCA) to utilize conserved spaces, such as the Warren Foothills, as passive open space. The Warren Foothills Specific Plan, for instance, is considering
developing a trailhead within the development to link to trails within the RCA-controlled land. This would require coordination with the RCA as well as the Riverside County Parks and Open Space District, which maintains much of
that land. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress RM-7d Pursue available resources to fund recreation facilities and parkland Ongoing The City has pursued several grants, including Prop 68, for acquisition, development, and maintenance, including but not limited to, improvements to Sallee Park, one of the City's oldest parks State and federal grants, special districts, private donations, gifts, and located within the heart of one of San Jacinto's endowments. disadvantaged communities. Additionally, the City has funded numerous projects at Mistletoe Park, also within a which will be completed in 2025 utilizing Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
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RM-Ze In December 2023, the City partnered with the Boys and Girls Club to establish a clubhouse within San Jacinto. The General Plan identify additional needed senior and youth programs and services in the City initially explored partnerships with Valley-Wide community. Work with these organizations to develop programs and expand Recreation and Park District and the San Jacinto Unified access to and participation in senior and youth programs without duplicating School District to utilize existing classrooms or gathering efforts. Encourage the use of public transit and alternative modes of travel to spaces. Although these agencies could not accommodate these facilities and programs. the clubhouse, the City is actively developing a portion of Report an existing park to house the new clubhouse, ensuring
accessible and enhanced youth programs in the
community.
RM-7f As more schools are built within the City, maximize the joint use of facilities by Ongoing The City continues to seek opportunities for joint use of the City and the local school districts, including joint school/park sites, joint facilities with local school districts to enhance community use of athletic fields, community meeting facilities, and provision of child and access to athletic fields, meeting facilities, and child and senior care facilities, where feasible. senior care services. This collaborative effort aims to optimize resources and provide comprehensive amenities
to residents.
RM-7g Maintain an up-to-date inventory of developed and proposed public park land Ongoing The City has updated its GIS system to include existing and and residences outside of one-half mile of a public park so that new park proposed parks, ensuring that areas in need of new park development can be directed to those areas. development are accurately identified and prioritized.
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RM-8a Continue to work with the school districts to ensure adequate school facilities Ongoing The City provides the school districts with all applications are provided and maintained in the community. Specifically, the City should: at the time of submittal to allow them to provide comments early in the process. In addition, the City
During the processing of residential and non-residential development completes an annual report to the districts of permits that proposals, ensure the school districts are consulted regarding the occurred over the past year or are planned for coming potential impact of the project on educational services and facilities. years (i.e. tentative tract maps). All development is
When proposed developments cannot be served by existing facilities required to pay school fees prior to permit issuance. and services, the City shall work with the developer and the school district in exploring options for service provision and facility funding.
Prior to approving a project that is likely to generate students, require the applicant to mitigate school impacts to the full extent permitted by State law through land dedications, payment of fees, participation in a special assessment district, or any combination of the above.
Cooperate with school districts to update population projections, student generation formulas, potential school sites, and facilities improvement plans in their Long Range Facility and Master Plans.
Work with school districts to expedite the construction of new schools, when necessary.
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RM-8b During the development and environmental review process for future schools Ongoing No new schools have been planned for the City during the located in San Jacinto, cooperate with the appropriate school district to reporting period. However, the City remains committed to minimize the impacts of school development through traffic management and this action and will continue to cooperate with school parking measures, and the use of appropriate site layout and buffering districts when future school development occurs. techniques. When feasible, encourage the location of new schools at the periphery of residential neighborhoods and provide buffers at all common property lines with residential uses.
RM-8C Continue to work with the Riverside County Library System to ensure that Ongoing The City continues to collaborate with the Riverside library development keeps pace with overall City development and population County Library System to ensure library development growth. As part of the development review process, ensure developers pay all aligns with the City's growth and population increases. As required library fees prior to occupancy of their projects. part of the development review process, developers are required to pay all necessary fees prior to the occupancy of their projects, ensuring that essential services expand in tandem with new development.
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RM-9a Continue to cooperate with the water districts to ensure adequate water Ongoing The City continues to adhere to these requirements, supply and sewage treatment facilities are provided and maintained in the ensuring that developers consult with water districts General Plan community. Specifically, the City should: regarding the impact of projects on water supplies and During the processing of development proposals, ensure the water sewage treatment facilities. Developers are required to include water quality assessments when requested, and
districts are consulted regarding the potential impact of the project on identified mitigation measures are implemented during water supplies and sewage treatment facilities. When requested by construction and development. Additionally, the City
the district or City Engineer, require proposed developments to ensures that all required fees are paid prior to the
include a water quality assessment as part of the application occupancy of any new development and mandates water
materials, and implement identified mitigation measures during conservation devices and water-efficient landscaping in construction and development.
new projects.
Ensure the project applicant has paid the required fees prior to occupancy of any new development. Summary (2025 Annual Progress Report - Require water conservation devices and water efficient landscaping in new public and private development and redevelopment projects.
RM-9b Cooperate with the water districts to update population projections, water use Ongoing The City continues to collaborate with the water districts and sewer generation formulas, needed improvements, and programs within to regularly update population projections, water use, the Water and Sewer Master Plans at least every five years. sewer generation formulas, and necessary improvements outlined in the Water and Sewer Master Plans. This
collaborative effort ensures that the plans remain current and reflective of the evolving needs of the community,
enabling proactive management of water resources and
sewage treatment facilities.
RM-9C Work with the water districts to expedite the improvement and expansion of Ongoing The City collaborates closely with agency partners, water, reclaimed water, and sewer facilities, when necessary. particularly EMWD, to ensure that new development within their service area has adequate water and sewer
capacity. Additionally, the City is actively involved in coordinating improvements for both the Sanderson
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These efforts aim to enhance water, reclaimed water, and sewer facilities, ensuring they can meet the growing needs of the community efficiently and effectively.
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RM-9d San Jacinto Water does not currently have recycled water systems erie pure the installio made of reced terri infrastructure in place. However, the City is actively General Plan collaborating with EMWD to improve access and service to reclaimed water for both new and existing developments.
This partnership aims to facilitate the conversion to
reclaimed water systems for irrigation purposes wherever Report - possible, promoting sustainable water usage practices in the community.
RM-9e Cooperate with the Hemet-San Jacinto Watermaster to proactively manage Ongoing The City actively participates in the Hemet-San Jacinto groundwater resources and comply with the Stipulated Judgment and other Watermaster, which was established by a Stipulated applicable federal, State and local regulations. Judgment entered on April 18, 2013. This judgment addresses the management of groundwater resources in
the San Jacinto Valley, including various subbasins and management areas. The Watermaster board, composed of Summary (2025 Annual Progress representatives from public agencies and private
pumpers, oversees the implementation of the Stipulated
Judgment. The City collaborates with the Watermaster to develop and implement water management
establish regulations, monitor water usage, and ensure
compliance with legal requirements. Additionally, the City works closely with the Advisor to Watermaster, who is
responsible for day-to-day operations and data analysis.
By actively engaging with the Watermaster, the City
contributes to the sustainable management
groundwater resources in the region.
RM-9f During the annual budget and CIP process, refer to the Master Drainage Plan Ongoing The City is actively engaged in implementing the Master to identify the resources needed to designate, preserve, and acquire land for Drainage Plan, which includes projects such as Line E, necessary flood control and drainage facilities. Line V, Line G3, and others. These projects are integral to managing flood control and drainage within the Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation community. During the budget and Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) process, the City references the Master
Drainage Plan to assess the resources required for land designation, preservation, and acquisition to support
these flood control initiatives. This ongoing effort ensures alignment between infrastructure planning and budget
allocation, contributing to effective flood mitigation
measures in the City.
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RM- On an ongoing basis and in compliance with State law, ensure solid waste The City has contracted with CR&R for solid waste hauling 10a collection activities completed by franchise solid waste haulers, facility siting services. Additionally, in partnership with WROG, the General Plan and construction of transfer and/or disposal facilities, operation of waste City is addressing the requirements of SB 1383 related to reduction and recycling programs, and household hazardous waste disposal Short-Term Organic and Food Diversion and Recovery and education programs are consistent with the County Solid Waste programs. These initiatives, along with existing recycling Management Plan. efforts, enable the City to meet its waste diversion goals Report - and reduce the impacts on landfills, aligning with the
objectives outlined in the County Solid
Management Plan. Ongoing collaboration with franchise
solid waste haulers, facility siting and construction efforts, waste reduction and recycling programs, and education
initiatives ensures continued compliance with State
regulations and supports sustainable waste management
practices in the community.
RM- Include standard language in requests for services and in City agreements Ongoing The City continues to enforce its commitment to 10b requiring contractors to use best management practices to maximize sustainable waste management practices by diversion of waste from the landfill in order to meet the City's specified incorporating standardized language in requests for diversion rates. services and City agreements. This language mandates contractors to adhere to best management practices
aimed at optimizing waste diversion from landfills, aligning with the City's specified diversion rates. By integrating these provisions into contractual agreements, the City
promotes accountability among service providers and Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress fosters a culture of environmental responsibility. Ongoing enforcement ensures that contractors remain compliant
with established guidelines, contributing to the City's overarching goal of minimizing waste generation and
maximizing recycling and diversion efforts. This proactive approach underscores the City's dedication to promoting environmental sustainability across its operations and
partnerships within the community.
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RM- Encourage the expansion of recycling, reuse, and appropriate disposal of Ongoing The city continues to promote and support various 10c hazardous materials, including the following: recycling and waste management initiatives aimed at increasing participation in recycling programs, reducing • Increased participation in single family and multifamily residential waste generation, and encouraging proper disposal of
curbside recycling programs; hazardous materials. This includes ongoing efforts to • Increased participation in commercial and industrial recycling enhance residential and commercial recycling programs, programs for paper, cardboard, and plastics; promote composting and grass recycling for yard waste, Reduce yard and landscaping waste through methods such as and collaborate with local businesses to provide e-waste composting, grass recycling, and using resource efficient landscaping drop-off services. techniques; and
Encourage local businesses to provide electronic waste (e-waste) drop-off services and encourage residents and businesses to properly dispose of, or recycle, e-waste.
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Environmental Justice
General Plan
EJ-3а Set an example in City facilities and at City-sponsored events by providing Ongoing The City continues to set an example in its facilities and at healthy food and beverage options, which may include snack bars, vending sponsored events by providing healthy food and beverage machines, and food and beverages served at meetings and events. options. This commitment is reinforced by the adoption of Resolution 3794 in 2020, which supports and promotes Report - Healthy Eating, Active Living (HEAL) initiatives. The Ignite San Jacinto program, initiated by the City, further supports the Healthy Cities initiative by providing resources and programs to encourage healthy choices and active
lifestyles among residents. Through Ignite San Jacinto, the City aims to foster a culture of health and wellness in the community, promoting physical activity, healthy eating, and overall wellbeing.
EJ-3b Coordinate with local markets, restaurants, and food recovery organizations Ongoing The City collaborates with the Western Riverside Council to donate surplus food to residents in need. of Governments (WRCOG), which in turn contracts with MSA to facilitate food recovery efforts. MSA coordinates with food generators to encourage surplus food donations, ensuring that edible food is redirected to residents in need.
This multi-tiered partnership streamlines the process of food recovery and redistribution, maximizing the impact of surplus food donations while minimizing food waste. As
part of its commitment to compliance with SB 1383, the
City actively supports and participates in these Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress coordinated efforts to address food insecurity and
promote sustainable practices within the community.
EJ-3C Prepare and distribute information on the benefits of healthy eating and on the Ongoing The City has partnered with the Western Riverside Council availability of food assistance programs. of Governments (WRCOG) and Family Services Association (FSA) to prepare and distribute information on the benefits of healthy eating and the availability of food assistance programs. Through these partnerships,
WRCOG and FSA take the lead in generating and
disseminating relevant information to the community. The City supports these efforts by collaborating with these organizations and facilitating outreach activities to ensure that residents are informed about healthy eating habits and have access to food assistance resources.
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EJ-3d Work with local organizations and community groups to provide free or Ongoing The San Jacinto Unified School District's program to reduced cost lunches after the school year ends. provide free breakfast and lunch to all students has been General Plan in effect since the 2018-2019 school year. Through the
Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program, all enrolled students receive nutritious meals at no cost, eliminating the need for collecting household meal applications. This Report - initiative ensures that all students have access to healthy meals regardless of income. Additionally, the district
encourages parents to fill out an Alternative Income
Funding (AIF) form to ensure continued resources for
providing high-quality education. The district's central kitchen continually updates its menu offerings to include new, nutritious items based on student preferences and
feedback.
EJ-6a Promote meaningful cross-cultural participation in local planning and Ongoing The City maintains ongoing efforts to promote meaningful decision-making processes by: cross-cultural participation in local planning and decision- making processes. Multilingual materials are provided,
: Organize response masant condie argues directly to ensuring accessibility in languages such as English and Spanish. Collaborations community-based
specific demographic groups.
organizations enhance outreach efforts, leveraging
Partnering with community-based organizations that have relationships competency.
relationships, trust, and cultural competency with target Additionally, the City honors its indigenous people, communities to conduct outreach for local initiatives and issues. notably the Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians, through art Tailoring activities and the venues where they take place to installations and storytelling initiatives. Attachment: General Plan 2040 Implementation Summary (2025 Annual Progress accommodate the cultural preferences of different racial/ethnic groups.
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EJ-6b Make meetings and other public engagement forums accessible to a wide Ongoing The City continues to make meetings and public range of residents and encourage greater attendance by: engagement forums accessible to a wide range of General Plan residents. Agendas are distributed five days in advance, • Ensuring any materials are distributed far enough in advance of posted on various social media platforms, and discussed meetings to allow sufficient time for review and comment. in the SJ Live weekly broadcast. Communication methods • Using communication methods that convey complex or technical are tailored to convey complex information clearly,
information in an easily understandable manner. facilitating understanding among participants. Efforts also • Facilitating meetings using diverse methods that can engage all focus on effectively engaging younger residents, including participants and can appeal to multiple styles of learning. visits to local high school classrooms by the City Manager • Focusing on methods to effectively engage younger residents. to discuss public governance. Additionally, the current mayor incentivizes student involvement in local
government by offering extra credit for attending public meetings and engaging in the process. These ongoing
initiatives aim to encourage greater attendance and
participation in community affairs.
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Acknowledgments:
The following individuals contributed to the Comprehensive Update of the San Jacinto General Plan.
CITY COUNCIL CITY STAFF CONSULTANTS TO THE CITY
Crystal Ruiz, Mayor Robert A. Johnson, City Manager De Novo Planning Group Phil Ayala, Mayor Pro Tem Travis W. Randel, Deputy City Manger Best Best and Krieger Brian Hawkins, Council Member Kevin White, Planning Manager Economic and Planning Systems Michael Heath, Council Member Robert Flores, Principal Planner Duke Cultural Resources Management, LLC Alonso Ledezma, Council Member Yaneli Hernandez, Associate Planner Kearns & West Mike Van Der Linden, Treasurer Frank Chen, Assistant Planner Kittelson & Associates, Inc Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan Lori Matley, Community Development Clerk MD Acoustics
PLANNING COMMISSION Tri Lake Consultants
Patricia Scott, Chair
Corinne Awad, Vice Chair
Taurus Jones, Second Vice Chair
Michelle Peterson, Commissioner
John Gagnepain, Commissioner
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A MESSAGE FROM
THE CITY MANAGER:
Greetings San Jacinto Community! It is with great pleasure that I share with you Envision San Jacinto - General Plan 2040, a forward-thinking roadmap charting the course for the City's future development. The City is delighted to share the exciting news that this visionary plan has earned not one, but two prestigious accolades: the SCAG 2023 Sustainable Communities Award of Excellence and the American Planning Association Inland Empire Section Public Outreach Award of Excellence.
This award-winning General Plan is more than just a document; it represents San Jacinto's collective commitment to shaping a sustainable, resilient, and vibrant future. It serves as a comprehensive guide that will steer the City's efforts in creating a thriving and livable community that addresses the needs of current and future generations.
Envision San Jacinto - General Plan 2040 is a product of extensive collaboration, capturing the perspectives of residents, business owners, and numerous stakeholders. It mirrors the values and aspirations of San Jacinto's diverse community, while acknowledging the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Within its pages, the Plan outlines a variety of strategies and policies aimed at supporting a robust local Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) economy, safeguarding and enhancing the City's natural and cultural resources, and elevating the quality of life for all residents.
Specific goals and objectives set the standards that guide the City's decisions on land use, transportation, housing, and infrastructure. The Envision San Jacinto - General Plan 2040 was meticulously crafted, Robert A. Johnson. incorporating feedback garnered from the community through various engagement channels, including multiple community meetings, where residents passionately shared their sentiments, such as expressing ROBERT JOHNSON their love for San Jacinto.
CITY MANAGER
I must recognize the contributions of Deputy City Manager Travis Randel and Amanda Tropiano, Principal, De Novo Planning Group for outstanding work in capturing the essence of San Jacinto through the community outreach process and the final compilation of the plan. I am confident that the Envision San Jacinto - General Parks Hom Plan 2040 will serve as a cornerstone in building a brighter future for the community.
Thank you for your support, investment, and involvement in shaping the future of San Jacinto.
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Introduction Table I-1: Relationship Between General Figure LU-1: Planning Area 33 gres Plan Elements and State Requirements Pro
Land Use 15 Figure LU-2: General Plan Land Use Map 34
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Economic Development 37 Potential 24 Figure LU-3: Special Study Area 35 Anni
Mobility 47 Table M-1: Overview of General Plan Figure M-1: Roadway Classifications 61 (2025
Public Safety 65 Roadway Classifications 51 Figure M-2: Roadway Classifications and Regional Projects 62 040
Resource Management 91 Table PS-1: Land Use Compatibility for Community Noise Exposure (dBA, CNEL) 78 Figure M-3: Existing and Proposed Trail 111 Plan
Environmental Justice and Bicycle Facilities 63
Table PS-2: Maximum Allowable Noise
Housing 121 Exposure from Mobile Noise Sources 80 Figure PS-1: Geologic and Seismic Hazards 85 General I Table PS-3: Allowable Exterior/Interior Figure PS-2: Fire Hazard Severity Zones 86 Noise Level Due to Stationary Noise Sources81 Jacinto
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5.1.0 Chapter One
INTRODUCTION
(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040)
San Jacinto is a scenic community located at
the foothills of the San Jacinto Mountain range
in western Riverside County. Founded in 1870
and incorporated on April 9, 1888, San Jacinto is
one of Riverside County's oldest communities,
with roots that stretch back to the earliest days
of California. For over 100 years, the City has
been home to a thriving agricultural industry
as farmers and ranchers flocked to the fertile
valley along the natural hot springs. Today-
nearly 150 years later-San Jacinto is home to
Introduction Organization
The Introduction to the General Plan addresses the following topics: over 55,000 residents, with a growing business and manufacturing hub, and continues to
• Purpose of the General Plan celebrate its deep-rooted historic and cultural heritage, while looking to proactively embrace
• General Plan Objectives new opportunities for growth and economic • Scope and Content of the General Plan development.
• Planning Process Looking forward, the City will continue to value its history as it is planning for a prosperous
• Values and Guiding Principles sustainable future. New opportunities for residential, commercial, industrial, and
• Applying the General Plan mixed-use development are envisioned • Annual Reporting alongside quality public services, facilities, and infrastructure.
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GERAL MERCHANDISE. (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Envision San Jacinto - General Plan 2040 the intent of Envision San Jacinto is to lay the SUL ASTE AREA (Envision San Jacinto) -the City of San Jacinto's foundation for long-term decision-making that Updated General Plan-embodies the spirit stands the test of time. of shared community opportunity. Through
thoughtful planning, San Jacinto is prepared to PURPOSE OF THE GENERAL PLAN make decisions that support the community's In California, all cities and counties are required
SAN JACINTO
long-term goals. to adopt a general plan. The general plan is a & HARDWARE CO. comprehensive policy document that shapes
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HE ARNOLD ND jurisdiction's planning area. The general plan PHYSICIAN for the future and provides a framework to guide ci SURGEON must include seven state-mandated elements
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including land use, circulation, housing,
The GeneralPlanreflectsthecommunity's values conservation, open space, noise, and safety and desires, and addresses important issues elements, as specified in Government Code such as land use and urban design; economic Section 65302, to the extent that the issues development; mobility; resource conservation; identified by State law exist in the City's planning public facilities and services; safety; public area. Additional elements that relate to the health; and sustainability. Although the General physical development of the city may also be Plan may be updated periodically to reflect addressed in the general plan. The degree of changing market conditions, new legislative specificity and level of detail of the discussion requirements, and modern local opportunities, of each general plan element need only reflect Packet Pg. 1453
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local conditions and circumstances. Envision multimodal transportation opportunities; San Jacinto has been prepared consistent with
the requirements of State law and addresses • Maintain strong fiscal sustainability and the relevant items addressed in Government continue to provide efficient and adequate Code Section 65300 et seq. public services;
• Address new requirements of State law;
GENERAL PLAN OBJECTIVES
and
The General Plan is more than just the legal
basis for all local land use decisions; it is the • Address emerging transportation, housing, vision for how the City will evolve, reflecting and employment trends. the community's objectives. The objectives of
Envision San Jacinto include: SCOPE AND CONTENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN
• Reflect the current goals and vision General Plan Policy Document expressed by city residents, businesses, The General Plan policy document contains decision-makers, and other stakeholders; the goals and policies that will guide future • Protect and enhance San Jacinto's unique decisions within the City and identifies action Organization of the General Plan Elements
items (implementation measures) to ensure
history and character; Each element (i.e., chapter) of the General Plan the vision and goals of the General Plan are is organized into a set of goals, policies, and Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) • Promote San Jacinto as a safe, vibrant, and carried out. Two important documents support implementation actions. Each goal is supported
family-friendly community; the General Plan: the Existing Conditions Report by a particular set of policies and actions to and the General Plan Environmental Impact
• Proactively plan for and accommodate implement and achieve that goal.
Report (EIR). Both are intended to be used in
local and regional growth in a responsible conjunction with this General Plan and to serve manner; as companions to this policy document.
• Encourage the revitalization of San Jacinto's
The General Plan also contains a land use
Main Street and other community activity diagram, which serves as a general guide to the centers; distribution of land uses throughout the City. • Allow for a range of housing options; The General Plan addresses all of the elements required by State law, in addition to a range of
• Attract and retain businesses and industries optional topics and elements that the City has that provide jobs for local residents; elected to include. The table below identified the elements included in the General Plan and
• Create a more balanced jobs-housing ratio the corresponding requirement in State law. within the community;
• Continue to maintain and improve
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A General Plan is...
It is comprehensive in nature, covering a wide range of topics such COMPREHENSIVE as land use, housing, economic development, infrastructure, public safety, recreation, and natural resources.
It provides guidance on achieving a long-range vision of the future for a city or county. To reach this envisioned future, the general plan includes goals, policies, and implementation programs that LONG RANGE address both near-term and long-term needs. The City of San Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Jacinto's General Plan looks ahead approximately 20 years-to the year of 2040. At the same time, it will provide policy direction that allows for flexibility to respond to changes in the marketplace and in technology, positioning the City for long-term success.
It must be internally ("horizontally") consistent, meaning it cannot contradict itself. Additionally, all adopted Elements have equal CONSISTENT weight. None may supersede another. Finally, all other plans, ordinances, and policies must be consistent with the general plan.
This "vertical" consistency helps resolve conflicts between local specific plans, the City's Development Code, and the General Plan.
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PLANNING PROCESS Outreach Objectives
The San Jacinto General Plan was originally Objectives established for the comprehensive adopted in 1985. Since then, substantial outreach program were to:
changes to the planning context of the city
have occurred, including accelerated growth • Conduct an open and transparent process. General Plan 2040) Table 4/ in the region and shifts in the community's • Engage the full spectrum of San Jacinto demographics, as well as new ways of community members, residents, business thinking about sustainability, public health, owners, landowners, and other stakeholders and placemaking. In light of these changes, in the General Plan Update process; the city undertook a comprehensive update Report
enhance public awareness of the project
of the General Plan (Envision San Jacinto) as and its importance. an opportunity to reassess and refine its long-
term vision and identify the new challenges • Gather meaningful community input, it will face, opportunities it will follow, and ideas, and feedback to shape the vision, approaches it will use to make that vision a alternatives, and policies to be included in reality. The update process began in late 2018 Envision San Jacinto. and included the following steps.
• Build a framework to develop community
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION consensus throughout the process.
Envision San Jacinto was developed with • Strengthen and expand relationships and extensive community input and reflects the trust between the City and community community's vision for San Jacinto. A summary members.
of the community outreach and public
participation process is provided below and a Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress detailed summary is included as Appendix A.
We need your help shaping the future of San facinto
The City of San Jacinto is excited to announce that we are What do you love about San Jacinto? updating our General Plan! The General Plan is a roadmap that includes long-term policies to guide San Jacinto for the What is your vision next 20 years. It addresses a range of significant community for the future of our City? topics like land use, housing, economic development,
transportation, parks and recreation, public safety, and more. What opportunities and challenges do you think face San Jacinto as it
grows over the next 20 years?
Envision GENERAL
San Jacinto PLAN 2040
We want to hear from so we can
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Envision San Jacinto Outreach • Mailer: To specifically solicit input from all For all public workshops and meetings, the City members of the San Jacinto community, of San Jacinto conducted extensive outreach, the City prepared and delivered a bilingual using a wide variety of methods and tools, direct mailer to every single resident and to inform and encourage the community to business in San Jacinto (15,000 addresses) participate in the update process. The following to advertise Envision San Jacinto, provide is a list of methods and tools used to inform the specific information on the Visioning public of meetings, workshops, and the status Workshops, and direct stakeholders to of the work efforts. the website for more information. At the Visioning Workshops, participants were
• General Plan Website: The City maintains a
polled to understand how they heard about
website (www.sanjacinto.generalplan.org)
the Workshops; the number one response
devoted to informing the public about, and
was the direct mailer, and the City is proud
encouraging participation in, the update to have provided every single resident process. The website includes workshop and business owner with an invitation to materials, background information, and participate in the program. draft and final work products.
• Focus Group Briefings: The City held
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development community and community
health and wellness stakeholders. Outside Foct
• E-mail distribution list: The list was developed
and maintained over time, and included
email contacts for agencies, organizations,
stakeholders, and individuals.
• Social Media: The City regularly posted
meeting notices and project updates to its
social media platforms, including Facebook,
Twitter, NextDoor, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
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Visioning Workshops Workshop 2: Transportation
Hurle The City hosted three workshops (February The second workshop was held on March 12, and March 2019), addressing a different 2040)
2019, at the San Jacinto Community Center
topic of focus each month. Each workshop from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Approximately 30 was conducted in a bilingual environment people attended this event. The focus of the PI (English and Spanish) to minimize barriers to second Workshop was on transportation and participation. Each workshop included a brief mobility in San Jacinto, including how people overview of the General Plan, including why it's get around (cars, walking, biking, transit) and important and why the City is updating its Plan, regional transit connections. The presentation some background information on the evening's included background on existing conditions, topic, and a series of facilitated activities to such as existing traffic volumes, transit S
solicit input on key topics or ideas. routes, and accident information. The group gres also reviewed existing commute patterns
Workshop 1: Values, Issues, and Opportunities Pro
(where do people who live in San Jacinto go
The first General Plan Visioning Workshop was for work, and where do people who work in Greetings held on February 21, 2019, at the San Jacinto San Jacinto commute from). The workshop
Community Center from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM.
SAN JACINTO! included several activities, interactive polling, More than 50 residents attended this workshop.
small group brainstorming, and two mapping
The focus of this Visioning workshop was to
exercises designed to determine how and
ask for input from residents on what they value where residents live, work, and play. in San Jacinto, what they see as challenges,
and what their vision is for the future of the Workshop 3: Land Use and Housing City. After a brief presentation on Envision San The third and final workshop was held on Jacinto, the consultant team facilitated three March 28, 2019, at the San Jacinto Community activities to help conduct this conversation. Center from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Approximately The first activity was to identify community 50 people attended this event. The focus TO
assets and challenges facing San Jacinto; of the last Workshop was on land use and ci
the second activity was to envision the future housing opportunities. As part of the overview a J:
of San Jacinto; and the third activity was a presentation, the group considered how local n mapping activity designed to highlight features and regional socioeconomic trends shape land of the city that residents value and areas that use planning in San Jacinto. need attention or improvement.
The topics explored in each Workshop along
with summaries of the input provided by the
community are provided in the Community
Vision Guide (November 2019), which is
available for review online at: www.sanjacinto.
generalplan.org.
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Pop-up Events Online Surveys and Polls Stakeholder Focus Groups To connect with a broad audience throughout In order to capture as much input from the The project team organized a set of stakeholder San Jacinto, the City hosted two Pop-up Events community as possible, including input interviews to facilitate a focused discussion in conjunction with the August 2019 Kool from those who may not have participated around important issues in the community.
Two focus groups were held on August 14, eneral Plan 2040) August Nights concert series where the project in in-person engagement opportunities, the team was able to raise awareness about the project team designed an online survey that 2019, one focusing on the local development General Plan Update and better understand was open to all and available throughout the community, and the other on community health what residents love most about living in the outreach phase of the project. The survey was and wellness. Discussions were guided by a set City. The Envision San Jacinto booth hosted administered online via the SurveyMonkey of interview questions focusing on successes, three activities. The first asked attendees to web platform. During the approximately ten- challenges, needs, and best practices. Report answer the question "In 2040, I envision San month time period that the survey was active, Jacinto as..." on a small white board, and then 84 responses to the 16 questions related to Participantsinthelocaldevelopmentcommunity ress pose for a Polaroid picture. Polaroids were then the General Plan update were received. The focus group included representatives from posted to a board at the booth. For the second questions involved a wide range of response organizations including Cooper Development, Pro activity, a word cloud in the shape of a heart formats that are synthesized in the Community Keller Williams, KZ Companies, Lee & was compiled from previous community input, Vision Guide. The survey responses provide Associates, Rich Development, and SVN. and printed on a large board. Attendees were insight into the demographics and opinions of Participants in the community health and then asked to write what they love about San San Jacinto community members concerning wellness focus group included representatives Jacinto in the space around the word cloud. The goals and topics related to the update of the from organizations including Mount San Jacinto third activity asked attendees to identify what City's General Plan. College, San Jacinto Unified School District, topic areas San Jacinto should prioritize as it National Alliance on Mental Illness - Mt. San plans for the future; options included parks and Jacinto, the Riverside University Health System open space, community health, transportation, - Public Health, and Valley-Wide Recreation & ie downtowns Park District.
housing, safety, retail and entertainment, biking growing and walking, economic growth and job creation.
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VALUES AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES Views of the Mountain Recreational and Open Space The following Values and Guiding Principles, San Jacinto values the natural environment San Jacinto values its recreation and open developed to reflect the meaningful community and the mountains that surround the City. The spaces. Recreation opportunities in the Plan 2040) input received at the Envision San Jacinto views of the mountains are a key feature in the mountains and the Valley-wide Rec and Parks workshops, online surveys, from key community community and highlight the City's peaceful District are an asset to the City. The wide-open members and stakeholders, and elected and atmosphere while providing a unique visual spaces and outdoor recreation opportunities appointed officials, have guided the creation of backdrop. build up a sense of community where people General the General Plan. feel like they can define the "feel" of San Jacinto Small Town Feel
San Jacinto values the small-town feel of Potential for Growth the community. Many people know their San Jacinto values new development neighbors and interact at parks, at the grocery opportunities. With significant areas of vacant gress
store, and about town. Although San Jacinto or underdeveloped land available, San Jacinto covers over 26 square miles, the community's can proactively plan to accommodate a wide Pro natural setting and residential neighborhoods variety of residential development types lend a small town feel while allowing for including traditional single-family homes, new growth opportunities in undeveloped townhomes, and apartments while promoting or underdeveloped areas of the community. the expansion of commercial development People are involved with organizations and with to bring more jobs, goods, and services to City government. People enjoy their neighbors the Valley. Future mixed-use development, and feel that community leaders care about especially in the Downtown Village area, residents. The size of the City makes people represents an opportunity to brings housing feel safe and comfortable, and San Jacinto's closer to daily activities, thereby promoting unique characteristics set it apart from other a more vibrant walkable environment in key cities in the San Jacinto Valley. activity areas. Residents see San Jacinto as a City ready for growth and expansion and that Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Affordability other values like affordability, the small-town San Jacinto values its relative affordability. feel, and views of the mountain can attract new Community members appreciate renting and
residents and businesses.
owning homes that fit within their budget.
Residents decide to call San Jacinto home
because of the affordability of housing and
many have stayed in the community because
it is affordable and close to friends and family.
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APPLYING THE GENERAL PLAN The General Plan applies to lands in the How to Read San Jacinto's General Plan The General Plan is intended for use by a broad incorporated area of the City, to the extent As the guide for future development and range of persons, including City decision- allowedby Federal and Statelaw. Under Statelaw, desired conditions, residents, property owners, makers, City staff, developers, and community many actions, such as development projects, and business owners should also familiarize members, to serve the following purposes: specific plans, master plans, community plans, themselves with how to read this document. zoning, subdivisions, public agency projects, Each element contains a brief introduction, • To identify land use patterns, growth, and other decisions must be consistent with the several goals and related policies, and a transportation, environmental, economic, General Plan. State law requires that the City's description of related actions to help implement and community goals and policies as ordinances regulating land use be consistent the City's vision. they relate to land use, conservation, with the General Plan. The Development Code, development, and provision of community individual project proposals, and other related services and facilities.
plans and ordinances must be consistent with
• To articulate a vision and strategy for the the goals and policies in the General Plan. future development of San Jacinto and its Interpreting the General Plan Key Terms residents.
In reading the General Plan, one should infer
Goal: A description of the
• To enable the City Council and Planning that the goals, policies, and implementation measures are limited to the extent that it is general desired condition that Commission to establish long-range land the community seeks to create. use, transportation, services, conservation, financially feasible and appropriate for the and growth goals and policies. City to carry them out and to the extent legally Policy: A specific statement permitted by Federal and State law. For example, that guides decision-making as • To provide a basis for judging whether policies and measures which indicate that the the City works to achieve the specific private development proposals and City will"provide,""support, "ensure," or otherwise Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - various goals. Once adopted,
public projects are in harmony with these require or carry them out do not indicate an policies represent statements goals and policies. irreversible commitment of City funds or staff of City regulations.
resources to those activities, but rather, that
• To inform citizens, developers, decision
the City will support them when the City deems Action: An action, procedure, makers, and other jurisdictions of the
that it is financially feasible and appropriate implementation technique, policies that will guide development and
to do so. In some cases, the City will carry out or specific program to be conservation within San Jacinto.
various policies and measures by requiring undertaken by the City to help development, infrastructure, and other projects achieve a specified goal or to be consistent with the policies and actions implement an adopted policy. of the General Plan. In other cases, the City
may include General Plan items in the Capital
Improvement Program, annual budget, or other
implementation mechanisms, as the City deems
appropriate.
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Goals
A goal in the General Plan is the broadest statement of community values. It is a generalized ideal which provides a sense of direction for action. Goals are overall statements of desired future conditions.
Policies and Implementation
The essence of the General Plan is contained within its policies. Policies are statements which further refine the goals, and guide the course of action the City must take to achieve the goals in the plan. It is important to note that policies are guides for decision makers, not decisions themselves. Policies and implementation measures must be clear to be useful. However, policies may range in terms of commitment of resources, importance, and expected results. Therefore, it is important for readers to understand the distinctions between various levels of policy and implementation action. The following is a list of common terms used in policies and implementation measures, and how to interpret its usage in the General Plan. In cases where other terms are used (and not defined below), an equivalent to the closest applicable term can be used.
Shall: Absolute commitment to the policy or action, and indicate that the policy must be adhered to in all cases.
Should: Policy will be followed in most cases, but exceptions are acceptable for good reasons. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Ensure: Policy indicates that the City plays a role in making sure something happens, often times in partnership with other Encourage: Policy is highly recommended and/or desired, and should be pursued when feasible.
Allow: Policy will be supported within certain parameters and certain guidelines.
Coordinate: Policy will occur in conjunction with another entity, and the City will carry its share of the responsibility.
Explore: Effort will be taken to investigate the subject at hand, to discover whether or not further commitment is relevant.
Consider: Policy may or may not be followed, depending upon the results of analysis that will be completed.
Limit: Effort will be taken to keep the subject within certain limits, or will at least make undesired change more difficult.
Restrict: Effort will be taken to keep the undesired action to a minimum.
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Amending the General Plan • The amendment has been processed in • Any amendment necessary to comply with The General Plan is not static, but rather is a accordance with the applicable provisions a court decision in a case involving the dynamic and multi-faceted document that of the California Government Code, the legal adequacy of the general plan (Section defines and addresses the changing needs of California Environmental Quality Act 65358(d) (1)). the City. It is based on an on-going assessment (CEQA), and the City's Municipal Code. General Plan 2040) and understanding of existing and projected • Amendments to bring a general plan into community needs. The City's decision-makers City-initiated amendments, as well as compliance with an airport land use plan have broad discretion in interpreting the General amendments requested by other parties, are (Section 65302.3).
Plan and its purposes, and are allowed to weigh subject to the same basic process described above to ensure consistency and compatibility ANNUAL REPORTING Report - and balance the various goals and policies when
applying them. Recognizing the need for the with the General Plan. This includes appropriate Given the long-term nature of the General Plan, it General Plan to remain current and reflective of environmental review, public notice, and public iscriticaltoperiodically evaluateitseffectiveness gress
local issues and policies, State law allows the hearings, leading to an official action by the City and to document the implementation status of City to periodically amend the General Plan to Council. the various policies and actions that it contains Pro ensure that it is consistent with the conditions, State law provides direction on how cities and Timing counties can maintain the General Plan as a
values, expectations, and needs of its residents, Under state law, mandatory elements of the businesses, and other stakeholders. The General useful policy guide. State law also requires the General Plan may be amended up to four times City to annually report "the status of the plan Plan may be amended in accordance with State in each calendar year. The City Council or any law. While specific findings may be applied on and progress in its implementation" (California citizen may initiate consideration of a General Government Code Section 65400(b)) to the City a project-by-project basis, at a minimum the Plan Amendment. State law further requires following standard findings shall be made for Council.
that the Housing Element be reviewed and
each proposed General Plan amendment: updated at least once every eight years. • The amendment is deemed to be in the
Exemptions
public interest; The State Legislature has recognized that • The amendment is consistent and/or occasions arise which require the local Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual compatible with the rest of the General Plan; jurisdiction to have some flexibility in amending the General Plan. As set forth in the California
• The potential impacts of the amendment Government Code, the following are exempt have been assessed and have been from the General Plan amendment schedule:
determined not to be detrimental to the
public health, safety, or welfare; and • Amendments to optional elements. • Amendments requested and necessary for
affordable housing (Section 65358(c)).
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5.1.0 Chapter Two
LAND USE
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The Land Use Element is a guide to land
use planning in San Jacinto and provides a
framework for the economic, environmental,
and infrastructure issues examined in the
other General Plan elements. The Land Use
Element identifies how land will be used in
the future-for housing, commercial, and
business centers, public facilities, parks, open
space, and transportation. The Land Use Plan
is designed to:
• Encourage economic development
throughout the City;
Element Organization
The Land Use Element goals and policies will address each of the following • Enhance the City's existing residential topics as they relate to San Jacinto: neighborhoods;
• Mix of Land Uses • Support expanded housing and
employment opportunities; and
• Managed Growth
• Promote a strong sense of place and
• Land Use Compatibility
identity in San Jacinto.
• Mixed-Use Activity Centers
• Community Character and Design
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OVERVIEW PLANNING AREA BOUNDARIES
The Land Use Element provides for a City Limits
development andresource conservation pattern The City Limits include all area within the that preserves and protects San Jacinto's City's corporate boundary, over which the City unique character while promoting opportunities exercises land use authority and provides for economic development, local job growth, public services. and expanded housing opportunities. Ensuring
that San Jacinto has sufficient capacity and Sphere Of Influence flexibility to support a diverse mix of land uses A Sphere of Influence (SOI) is the probable is essential to the community's ability to thrive physical boundary and service area of a and be economically sustainable over time. local agency, as adopted by a Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). A SOI
The Land Use Map (Figure LU-1) depicts the includes both incorporated and unincorporated City's vision for how open space, commercial, areas within, which a city or special district will industrial, residential, and other uses will occur have primary responsibility for the provision of in the city. public facilities and services.
State law requires the Land Use Element to Planning Area address: For the purposes of the General Plan, the
Planning Area is defined as the city limits and Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) • Proposed general distribution, general SOl that is included in the analysis and planning location and extent of the uses of the land
for the 20-year horizon of the General Plan.
for housing, business, industry, open space,
including agriculture, natural resources, The Land Use Map (Figure LU-2) identifies recreation, and enjoyment of scenic beauty, the location of various land use designations education, public buildings and grounds, throughout the Planning Area. Uses allowed in solid and liquid waste disposal facilities, each designation are described below. and other categories of public and private
uses of land;
• Population density and building intensity;
and
• Areas subject to flooding, which are
addressed in the Public Safety Element.
Background information regarding land use
is presented in Chapter 2 of the General Plan
Update Existing Conditions Report.
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Specific Plan Areas
San Jacinto has several Specific Plans that
oversee the development of each respective
planning area. The plans act as tools for
implementing the goals and policies of the
General Plan through the regulation of use,
density, height and other design standards to
achieve the overall vision for the selected area.
Specific Plan Areas within San Jacinto include:
the Villages of San Jacinto, the Cove, Esplanade,
Trails and SP 01-85 (Soboba Springs).
Special Study Area
The City has identified a "Special Study Area"
beyond the Sphere of Influence. This area is of
special interest to the City because this area
may be added to the City's Sphere of Influence
and/or the City's corporate boundary in the
future. However, the identified Special Study
Area is currently outside of the San Jacinto City Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Limits, and SOl and the City does not exert land
use authority in this area.
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Density: Floor Area Ratio:
Density refers to the intensity of residential uses in terms of a range, from a Floor area ratio, referred to minimum to a maximum, of dwelling units per gross acre. Various building as FAR, is used to express configurations representing different densities are shown below. the building intensity for non-residential uses, such
as commercial, industrial,
community facilities, and the
non-residential component of
mixed-use projects. FAR refers
to the ratio of the gross floor
area of all structures on a lot,
excluding parking structures
and outdoor storage areas, to
the total (gross) lot area.
Land Use Designations The residential category includes five designations that allow for a range of housing Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) The Land Use Designations in this General Plan and densities. The nonresidential types
specify the type of allowed uses associated with grouping includes a variety of jobs-generating each designation, as well as the allowed range designations (Commercial, Business Park, and of development intensity, which is expressed Industrial) as well as designations that serve in density or floor area ratio. Zoning, specific the public good, including Public Institutions, plans, and individual development projects Open Space, Park, and Water. The City also FAR 2.0 FAR 2.0
must be consistent with the intensities allowed FAR 2.0 has two categories (Mixed-Use and Downtown
under the General Plan.
Village), which allow for a mix of residential
FAR 1.0
Land Use Classification System and nonresidential development. Finally, the FAR 1.00 The Land Use Map (Figure LU-1) illustrates Specific Plan designation indicates that there FAR 1.0 the various types and distribution of land uses is an adopted Specific Plan for an area, which planned for the community. The land use guides future land use and zoning decisions. FAR 0.5 classification system includes 15 land use Land Use Density and Intensity FAR 0.5 designations. Land use designations identify This Element uses certain terminology to FAR 0.5 the types and nature of development allowed in describe the 15 land use designations. Land particular locations depicted on the Land Use use concepts, including density and floor area Map (Figure LU-1). ratio, are described on this page
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RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
Very Low Density Residential (VLDR); 0-2 du/ac
The Very Low Density Residential land use designation provides for the development of very low density single-family dwellings at a density of up to 2 dwelling units per gross acre of land. This designation is generally most suitable in rural areas and areas where scenic and natural resources should be protected, in areas that consist of small agricultural operations and rural-oriented residences, or where natural hazards limit development potential (such as hillsides).
Low Density Residential (LDR); 2-7 du/ac
The Low Density Residential land use designation provides for the development of low density detached single-family dwellings at a density between 2 and 7 dwelling units per gross acre.
Medium Density Residential (MDR); 5-14 du/ac Progress
The Medium Density Residential land use designation allows for a range of housing types including single-family attached and detached units, condominiums, townhouses, and mobile home parks, as well as multiple-family dwellings such as apartments, and senior housing at a density of between 5 and 14 dwelling units per gross acre.
High Density Residential (HDR); 14-22 du/ac
The High Density Residential land use designation provides for a variety of single-family dwelling units and multiple-family dwellings including: garden style units, stacked flats, courtyard homes, patio homes, townhouses, apartments, condominiums, senior housing and mobilehome parks Project densities between 14 and 22 dwelling units per gross acre allowed.
Very High Density Residential (VHDR); 22-32 du/ac
The Very High Density Residential land use designation provides for the development of a wide range of multiple-family living accommodations, such as townhomes, condominiums, apartments, Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual and senior housing. Project densities between 22 and 32 dwelling units per gross acre are allowed.
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NON-RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
Commercial (C); Maximum FAR 0.50
The Commercial land use designation provides for a variety of retail and service-oriented business activities, including both small and large scale commercial development with retail, entertainment, and/or service uses. This designation allows for uses such as hotels, auto sales, auto repair, auto repair related uses, "big box" retail, factory outlets, and movie theaters. Uses such as offices, and Business Park (BP); Maximum FAR 1.0
The Business Park designation provides for employment and community serving uses including single-tenant and multi-tenant configurations. Also included are small convenience or service commercial activities intended to meet the needs of the nearby business community. Other uses that are determined to be compatible with the primary uses may also be allowed. The maximum intensity of development is a floor area ratio (FAR) of 1.0.
Industrial (I); Maximum FAR 0.50
The Industrial designation allows for a variety of industrial and manufacturing activities that do not generate significant amounts of pollution, including limited regional and sub-regional commercial activities that are non- or low-polluting and which can co-exist compatibly with surrounding land uses. Other uses that are determined to be compatible with primary uses may also be allowed. The maximum intensity of development is a floor area ratio (FAR) of 0.50.
Public Institution (PI); Maximum FAR 0.50
The Public Institutional designation provides for publicly owned properties and facilities including, schools, fire stations, police stations, community centers, utility substations, water facilities, administrative offices and City government office complexes. Other uses that are determined to be compatible with primary uses may also be allowed. The maximum intensity of development is a floor area ratio (FAR) of 0.50.
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Open Space (OS); Maximum 0.025 du/ac and Maximum FAR 0.15 The Open Space designation allows for: open space areas; hiking, biking and equestrian trails; and outdoor recreational facilities, including golf courses, swimming schools, tennis clubs, equestrian Plan 2040) clubs and caretaker facilities. The OS designation also allows for passive and active recreation sites operated by the City and regional agencies. Parks may include areas for active sports play, including large multipurpose fields for community events and informal recreation, sports fields and courts, concessions, tot lots, picnic areas, and support facilities. This designation provides for the General conservation of natural and scenic resources and the protection of property from natural hazards.
Uses such as extremely low density single-family dwellings, and other uses that are compatible with Report - and oriented toward preserving open space may also be allowed. The maximum allowable density is 1 unit per 40 acres. The maximum intensity of development is a floor area ratio (FAR) of 0.15.
Park (P); No development potential
The Park designation allows for passive and active recreation sites operated by the City and regional agencies. Parks may include areas for active sports play, including large multipurpose fields for community events and informal recreation, sports fields and courts, concessions, tot lots, picnic areas, community centers, and support facilities. No development potential is allowed within the Park designation.
Water (W); No development potential
The Water designation recognizes the natural waterways in San Jacinto. No development potential is allowed within the Water designation.
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MIXED-USE LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
Mixed-Use (MU); 10.1-36 du/ac and Maximum FAR 1.0
The Mixed Use designation provides opportunities for mixtures of commercial, office, and residential uses in the same building, on the same parcel of land, or within the same area.
Mixed-use areas offer opportunities for people to live, work, shop, and recreate without having to use cars. This designation allows for vertical integration of compatible uses, whereby such uses share the same building or lot, or horizontal integration of uses, where compatible uses are located next to each other. Single-use projects are allowed; stand-alone residential projects should be located in proximity to existing or future nonresidential development.
The Mixed Use designation allows residential densities between 10 and 36 dwelling units per gross acre and a floor area ratio (FAR) of up to 1.0. For projects which include residential and nonresidential components, the density requirements shall apply to the residential component and the FAR shall apply to the nonresidential component. Mixed-use projects that include both residential and non- residential uses may include both, between 10.1 and 36 dwelling units per gross acres and up to 1.0 FAR for non-residential components.
Downtown Village (DV); 40 du/ac Maximum and Maximum FAR 2.0 The Downtown Village land use designation allows for a variety of commercial uses with a strong Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) pedestrian orientation and design that enhances the City's small-town character. Development in these areas will be subject to additional design and development standards intended to support the Downtown area.
Mixed commercial, office, and residential development (residential uses above or beside commercial uses) is also permitted in the DV designation. Single-use projects are allowed; stand-alone residential projects should be located in proximity to existing or future nonresidential development.
The Downtown Village designation allows residential densities up to 40 dwelling units per gross acre and non-residential developments with a floor area ratio (FAR) of up to 2.0. For projects which include residential and nonresidential components, the density requirements shall apply to the residential component and the FAR shall apply to the nonresidential component. Mixed-use projects that include both residential and non-residential uses may include both, up to 40 dwelling units per gross acres and up to 2.0 FAR for non-residential components. 22 Packet Pg. 1473
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SPECIFIC PLANS
Specific Plan; Densities and Intensities Vary 2040)
The Specific Plan designation indicates an adopted Specific Plan for an area, which provides detailed policies, standards, and criteria for the area's development or redevelopment. As required by state an law, Specific Plans generally consist of a land plan, circulation plan, development standards, design guidelines, and a phasing plan, which set forth detailed implementation programs necessary to eneral serve the development.
Land uses within each SP are detailed in the Specific Plan documents (zoning). Amendments to the port land use in a Specific Plan will not warrant a revision to the General Plan (General Plan Amendment). 2 Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Packet Pg. 1474
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TABLE LU-1: GENERAL PLAN 2040 BUILDOUT POTENTIAL
Land Use Designation Acres' Allowed Density Assumed Density Units Population Non- Jobs and/or Intensity and/or Intensity2 Residential
Square Feet
Residential Land Uses
Very Low Density Residential 1,073 0-2 du/ac 0.4 du/ac 215 718 Low Density Residential 4,025 2-7 du/ac 3 du/ac 6,033 20,149 Medium Density Residential 1,366 5-14 du/ac 6 du/ac 4,098 13,686 High Density Residential 854 14-22 du/ac 16 du/ac 6,835 22,830 Very High Density Residential 41 22-32 du/ac 24 du/ac 495 1,654 Residential Subtotal 7,360 17,676 59,037
Non-Residential Land Uses
Commercial 1225 0.50 FAR 0.25 FAR 6,792,240 7,180
Business Park 727 1.0 FAR 0.25 FAR 3,956,817 3,044 Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Industrial 373 0.50 FAR 0.30 FAR 2,437,334 1,625
Public Institution 1393 0.50 FAR 0.05 FAR 1,678,815 2,772 Open Space 6189 0.025 du/ac and 0.017 du/ac and 56 186 197,968 1,057
0.15 FAR 0.0008 FAR
Park 175 3,821
Water 1,157
Right-of-Way 1,736
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TABLE LU-1: GENERAL PLAN 2040 BUILDOUT POTENTIAL (CONTINUED) Land Use Designation Acres' Allowed Density Assumed Density Units Population Non- Jobs and/or Intensity and/or Intensity2 Residential
Square Feet
Mixed Land Uses
Mixed-Use 871 10.1-36 du/ac and 22 du/ac and 0.25 11,500 38,410 3,795,004 5,060
1.0 FAR FAR
Downtown Village 60 40 du/ac and 2.0 | 6 du/ac and 0.30 FAR 181 603 393,341 571 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) FAR
Mixed-Use Subtotal 931 - 11,681 39,013 4,188,344 5,631
Specific Plan Land Uses
Specific Plan Area 1,530 Varies Varies 2,669 8,916 5,157,888 5,618 Specific Plan Subtotal 1,530 2,669 8,916 5,157,888 5,618 Totals 22,796 32,081 107,152 24,413,227 26,989
1. Acres are given as adjusted gross acreages, which do not include the right-of-way for major roadways, flood control facilities, or railroads.
2. Density/intensity includes both residential density, expressed as dwelling units per acre, and nonresidential intensity, expressed as floor area ratio (FAR), which is the amount of building square feet in relation to the size of the lot. Historically, citywide buildout levels do not achieve the maximum allowable density/intensity on every parcel, and are, on average, lower than allowed by the General Plan.
Accordingly, the projections in this General Plan do not assume buildout at the maximum density or intensity but are adjusted downward to account for variations in development. General Plan 2040 Buildout Potential
State General Plan law requires that the Land the effective overall level of development within The overall future development in San Jacinto Use Element indicate the maximum densities each land use designation within the City. These is anticipated to occur at the expected level and intensities permitted within the Land Use effective levels of development represent an of density or intensity indicated in Table LU-1.
Plan. The land use designations shown on the anticipated overall density and intensity of Development at an intensity or density between Land Use Map are described in detail in this development for San Jacinto and are, therefore, the expected and maximum levels is desired Element. Table LU-1 lists each of the land use less than the absolute maximum allowed for an when projects offer exceptional design quality, designations shown on the Land Use Map individual parcel of land. For various reasons, important public amenities or benefits, or other and provides a corresponding indication of many parcels in the community have not been factors that promote important goals and maximum density or intensity of development. developed to maximum density or intensity policies of the General Plan. For the residential Maximum allowable development on individual and, in the future, maximum development as land use designations, projects are expected to parcels of land is governed by these measures described in this Element can be expected to build to a density at least as high as the lowest of density or intensity. The table also includes occur only on a limited number of parcels. density allowed by the respective designation.
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Mix of Land Uses Goal LU-1: A community with a land use plan that » Action LU-la: Update the City's Development accommodates a mix of uses to meet current and Code and Zoning Map as appropriate to ensure Every community requires a mixture of land future needs. consistency with this land use element and uses: residential land to provide housing; designations shown on Figure LU-2. As part commercial and industrial land to provide goods » Policy LU-1.1: Land Use Pattern. Promote an of the update, create new zoning districts to and services, tax revenue, and employment appropriate land use plan that fosters and implement the City's new Downtown Village, enhances community livability and public health; Mixed-Use, and Very High Density Residential opportunities; public and institutional land to sustains economic vitality; promotes efficient land use designations.
provide public services and infrastructure; and development and multiple transportation parks and open space for the enjoyment of all. options; reduces pollution, greenhouse gas » Action LU-1b: Review the Development Code A desirable community provides a balance of emissions, and the expenditure of energy and and update as appropriate to reflect Land Use other resources; and ensures compatibility goals, policies, and implementation actions land uses that responds to and anticipates its included in this Plan. resident's needs. between uses consistent with the land use designations identified in this Element and Land » Action LU-1c: Review the Subdivision Code and Use Map (LU-2).
update as appropriate to accommodate the
» Policy LU-1.2: Fiscal Sustainability. Maintain a changes in the Development Code and the Land fiscally sustainable land use plan with balanced Use goals, policies, and implementation actions residential and nonresidential developments. included in this Plan.
Policy LU-1.3: Balancing Jobs and Housing. » Action LU-1d: As part of development review Balance levels of employment and housing within process, ensure that residential and non- the community to provide more opportunities for residential developments fall within the San Jacinto Valley residents to work locally, cut minimum and maximum density requirements commute times, and improve air quality. and or allowed floor-area-ratios stipulated on the Land Use Map and included within the Land Use
» Policy LU-1.4: Commercial, Office, and Industrial Descriptions. Projects shall also be reviewed for Uses. Support a balanced distribution of consistency with the development standards well-maintained, functional, and appropriate and density requirements established by any Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress commercial, office, and industrial use areas to applicable Specific Plan governing the area in expand local employment opportunities and question.
support a stable tax base.
» Policy LU-1.5: Public Services for Quality of Life.
Maintain appropriate sites for institutional and
public facility uses that can accommodate the
infrastructure and facilities needed to serve the
community.
Policy LU-1.6: Gathering Spaces. Support the
provision of attractive outdoor gathering places
such as plazas, green space, and squares to
strengthen social engagement and provide
visual relief in developed areas.
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Managed Growth Goal LU-2: A City that manages and directs » Policy LU-2.4: Agricultural Uses. Allow and growth so that the community and its support the continuation of agricultural operations San Jacinto, as well the surrounding region, has neighborhoods are protected and enhanced. on lands within the City limits that are designated experienced substantial growth over the past for development uses, until such time as new 20 years. The trend is expected to continue, » Policy LU-2.1: Plan for New Development. development is proposed for the land. General Plan 2040) Ensure that new development corresponds
accompanied by new development with the to the provision of infrastructure, public » Policy LU-2.5: Specific Plans. Encourage the potential to change community character. services, and community facilities, and that preparation and adoption of Specific Plans to While recognizing that change is inevitable, new development funds and constructs its fair guide developments larger than 100 acres. the community can strategically plan and share of improvements in accordance with City » Policy LU-2.6: Annexation. Continue to annex land
guide future development that welcomes new requirements. within the City's Sphere of Influence to promote Report - opportunities, while protecting and enhancing » Policy LU-2.2: Infill Development. Encourage compatibility between new and existing uses. the existing character of San Jacinto and its new development to occur in infill locations in neighborhoods. a balanced and efficient pattern that reduces » Policy LU-2.7: Special Study Area. Continue conversations with property owners and other Progress
sprawl, preserves open space, and creates
interested parties regarding a future potential
convenient connections to other land uses and
amendment to the City's sphere of influence to
activity centers. include the Special Study Area identified in Figure » Policy LU-2.3: Commercial Corridors.
Encourage development of commercial, retail,
and employment opportunities along major
circulation routes at major intersections where
there is maximum access and visibility.
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» Action LU-2a: Cooperate with LAFCO and the » Action LU-2c: Implement Planned Development » Action LU-2f: Work with property owners and County of Riverside to direct growth outside Permits and Specific Plan (SP) requirements agricultural operations interested in retaining the City limits on lands that are served, or during the review of applicable projects. agricultural land to identify feasible ways to planned to be served, with a full range of urban Encourage Planned Development Permits and maintain the land in agricultural production. services, such as public water and sewer, an Specific Plans to include creative and thoughtful Apply agricultural conservation easements to extensive road network, public transit, safety design solutions that enhance not only the land desired by the City and the property owner and emergency response services, parks, trails, project, but the community. to remain as agricultural land. and open space.
» Action LU-2d: Abate non-conforming buildings
LU-2b: The City will plan to accommodate the and uses through a Code Enforcement Program. final SR-79 alignment through the following land Provide code complaint forms online and at use actions: City Hall. Annually assess the success of the programs and the staffing levels through the
• Promote commercial, visitor-serving, and budget process. employment generating land uses along the
SR-79 Corridor. » Action LU-2e: Give priority to redevelopment and infill projects that reduce development pressure
During the planning phase of the SR-79 on agricultural lands and other sensitive alignment, ensure that the alignment of resources.
the highway and proposed off-ramps are
compatible with and complement San
Jacinto's plans for revenue-generating land
uses along the SR-79 corridor. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040)
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Land Use Compatibility Goal LU-3: A community that promotes high- » Policy LU-3.6: Agricultural Compatibility. Ensure quality development and compatibility with that new urban uses that are proposed adjacent San Jacinto is primarily a residential community surrounding land uses and major transportation to lands designated for agricultural uses include and will continue to have a substantial portion corridors. adequate buffers to reduce potential land use of its land devoted to housing. While the City conflicts and nuisance impacts to sensitive » Policy LU-3.1: Surrounding Uses. Consider receptors.
requires a comprehensive circulation system
and revenue generated by commercial, as part of the development review process the compatibility of new development with Policy LU-3.7: Hillside Development. Conserve industrial, and agricultural uses to support the surrounding uses and the ability of new hillsides by limiting development on slopes needs of the community, these roadways and development to enhance the character of the greater than 25 percent and allowing unique non-residential land uses must be compatible planning techniques such as Specific Plans, surrounding area.
Planned Unit Developments, and clustered
with the existing community.
Policy LU-3.2: Residential Uses. Require that development to reduce grading. new residential development be designed to
protect residents from potential conflicts with » Policy LU-3.8: Public Utilities. Ensure land uses adjacent land uses, and other features including and development are compatible with existing rail corridors, and high-volume roadways. and proposed utility facilities including the San Jacinto Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Policy LU-3.3: Industrial Areas. Promote
industrial uses that are environmentally
sustainable with limited potential to create
nuisances, such as noise and odors, when
located within close proximity of existing and
planned sensitive receptors.
Policy LU-3.4: Environmental Compatibility.
Limit development in areas subject to severe
natural hazards, such as landslides, ground
subsidence, liquefaction, and flooding. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Policy LU-3.5: Telecommunications Facilities.
To the extent legally possible, regulate and
ensure that telecommunications facilities
such as cell towers, radio towers, and other
appurtenances do not block, impede, or impair
the visual quality of San Jacinto.
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» Action LU-3a: Ensure all projects are reviewed » Action LU-3f: Work with Southern California and processed per California Environmental Edison (SCE) to improve compatibility of its Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. facilities with other development and scenic resources. On an ongoing basis and through the
» Action LU-3b: Through the development review development review process, the City shall:
process, evaluate development proposals
for land use and transportation network • Request SCE improve transmission line compatibility with existing surrounding or corridors with attractive ornamental abutting development or neighborhoods. plantings, landscape screening, and trails.
Action LU-3c: Analyze land use compatibility • Require new development to underground through the development review process to all utility lines needed to serve the require adequate buffers and/or architectural development. enhancements that protect sensitive receptors
from intrusion of development activities that • Work with SCE to coordinate the nay cause unwanted nuisances and health undergrounding of new utilities with risks. the undergrounding of existing utilities
whenever financially and physically feasible.
Action LU-3d: When industrial projects, including
warehouse projects, fulfillment centers, and
other projects that may generate high volumes
of truck trips and/or air quality emissions are
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City shall require the preparation of a Health Risk
Assessment (HRA) that meets the standards
established by the Office of Environmental
Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), and the
South Coast Air Quality Management District
(South Coast AQMD).
Action LU-3e: During both redevelopment and
the development of new projects, encourage
the provision and maintenance of setbacks and
buffers, such as roadways, topographic features,
and open space, to prevent incompatibilities
between agricultural and non-agricultural land
uses.
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Mixed-Use Activity Centers Due to the special nature of mixed-use » Policy LU-4.4: Pedestrian Design. Support development, additional policy guidance pedestrian-friendly and pedestrian-scaled Mixed-use development, which can be defined development that encourages more social required to ensure that these areas transition
as development that incorporates two or more interaction and less automobile use, especially in line with the community's vision. While in the Downtown Village. types of land uses in horizontal or mixed-use General Plan 2040) historically San Jacinto has developed based
formats, can help local governments better upon generally effective land use designations, » Policy LU-4.5: Centralized Parking. Promote respond to public demand for vibrant walkable centralized parking areas to help reduce the mixed-use designations provide the City
activity centers. San Jacinto welcomes mixed- or eliminate development-specific parking the ability and authority to be more proactive in
use developments as an option to provide requirements.
land use decisions for the focused areas of San
flexible spaces to live, work, and play. The Jacinto where new growth and development is » Policy LU-4.6: On-Site Amenities. Encourage Report - mixed-use areas identified in the land use residential/commercial mixed-use projects desired. The flexibility built into the mixed-use
plan are predominantly located along the designation increases the potential to attract to provide on-site gathering spaces (plazas, City's corridors and around activity centers, courtyards, etc.) and other pedestrian-scale Progress quality developments that will benefit the City, amenities, such as benches, fountains, murals including Main Street, where uses are desired supporting the goals and policies articulated in to be more concentrated and integrated in or public art, and landscaping, that contribute to the economic development element. the living environment of residents. order to enhance the functionality of a special
development opportunity. To promote the » Policy LU-4.7: Downtown Village Amenities. transformation of Downtown San Jacinto into Goal LU-4: A community with economically Encourage projects to provide on-site amenities a successful mixed-use activity center, the City successful mixed-use activity centers, including that enhance the pedestrian environment, such a thriving Downtown Village featuring desirable as tree plantings, pedestrian-scaled signs and has created a special mixed-use designation lighting, street furniture, public art, and sidewalk called "Downtown Village" which allows for a residential and commercial uses. improvements throughout the Downtown
mix of multifamily housing, commercial uses, Policy LU-4.1: Use Configuration. Permit a Village. and public facilities at higher densities and mixture of compatible land uses on a single intensities than allowed elsewhere in the City. site or within a single development project in a » Action LU-4a: Update the City's Development vertical or horizontal configuration. Code and Zoning Map as appropriate to ensure consistency with this land use element and
Policy LU-4.2: Main Street Revitalization. designations shown on Figure LU-2. As part Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Encourage the revitalization of the Main Street of the update, create new zoning districts to area by evaluating and pursuing, when possible, implement the City's new Downtown Village and programs, policies, and financing mechanisms Mixed-Use land use designations. to spur local investment and foot traffic.
» Action LU-4b: Encourage the sharing of parking
Policy LU-4.3: Main Street Economic Vitality. facilities by reducing parking standards for Promote the economic vitality of the Main Street mixed-use projects. area through a mixture of multifamily housing
development, destination-type commercial
uses, eateries, and civic uses such as cultural
and performing art facilities.
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Community Character and Design Policy LU-5.5: Sustainable Design. Support » Action LU-5a: Evaluate how new signage can "green" and "sustainable" developments that help support a cohesive identity for San Jacinto Nestled in the scenic San Jacinto Valley, San respect and conserve the region's important and help brand the City.
Jacinto provides a unique dynamic between the resources. » Action LU-5b: Collect and evaluate neighborhood
natural and built environment. It is important » Policy LU-5.6: Arts in Public Places. Continue to General Plan 2040) generated proposals for consideration in the
that new development and redevelopment implement the Arts in Public Places program to formulation of the annual Capital Improvement activities be planned and designed in a manner provide a diverse and culturally rich environment Program budgeting process. that enhances the community's identity for San Jacinto residents and visitors. » Action LU-5c: Evaluate and amend the
and quality of life. Comprehensive policies,
» Policy LU-5.7: Landscaping. Use landscaping development and design standards of the standards, and guidelines that encourage for screening, solar control, parking lot shade, Development Code to regulate new construction thoughtful community design and foster a and other beautification purposes throughout and revisions to existing buildings. In particular, RI sense of place should be implemented. S
the City. new development standards shall be created for Mixed-Use Land Use Designations (Mixed-Use
Policy LU-5.8: Streetscapes. Promote drought and Downtown Village).
Goal LU-5: A visually attractive community that tolerant landscaping, tree planting, and tree helps create a unique sense of place. preservation along City streets as a means of » Action LU-5d: Seek grant funding ("greening" improving aesthetics, making neighborhoods grants) to help offset the cost of landscape » Policy LU-5.1: Design Features. Enhance pedestrian-friendly, and improvements along enhanced corridors. the City's identity with attractive high-quality environmental and economic benefits. gateways, city entry signs and design features, » Action LU-5e: Actively seek funding opportunities cohesive street signs, and other design features » Policy LU-5.9: Public and Private Investment. to help rehabilitate residential structures that at public gathering spaces and other areas, Invest public and private resources in the are in the greatest disrepair. Develop a list of where appropriate. maintenance and rehabilitation of existing the residences that are in the greatest need of housing to prevent or reverse neighborhood repair to determine where funding should be Policy LU-5.2: Standards and Guidelines. deterioration. spent when it becomes available.
Develop and enforce development standards
and objective design guidelines that provide clear » Policy LU-5.10: Property Maintenance. Improve Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progres:
direction for achieving quality community design efforts to enforce the Development Code and in new development and redevelopment projects. instill community pride in the appearance and image of the City.
Policy LU-5.3: Site Planning. Identify and
preserve, as feasible, the significant features » Policy LU-5.11: Older Neighborhoods and of a site, such as viewsheds, heritage trees, Businesses. Develop or participate in programs and rock outcroppings, during the design and to rehabilitate older residential neighborhoods development of new projects. and commercial centers to prevent blight and maintain the quality of the built environment.
Policy LU-5.4: Gathering Places. Encourage the
provision of both formal and informal public
gathering spaces through pedestrian-oriented
street design; sidewalk furniture and pedestrian-
oriented development; well-designed, multi-use
public spaces of different sizes including pocket
parks, plazas, and monuments; and community
events.
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there are a number of key areas in which the City has the greatest opportunity for economic growth and development. The goals and policies identified in the a central aspect of planning for San Jacinto's Economic Development Element are focused on these areas of opportunity, and future. While presented as a separate chapter, underscore the City's commitment to being a place where workers, residents, the policies contained within the Economic Development Element are intertwined with
visitors, and businesses can thrive, today and into the future. The Element is those found in the other Elements of the
organized into seven topics, as follows:
General Plan. Decisions designed to advance
• Support for Business Community other elements, such as land use, housing, mobility, open space, and health and wellness,
• Economic Diversification and Business necessarily impact economic development, Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 • Enhanced Activity Corridors and Nodes and vice-versa. • Revitalization of Main Street
• Promotion of Visitor-Serving Business Sector
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Chapter Three: Economic Development | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Key Opportunities and Challenges • Regional transportation infrastructure • While much of the City's working population The Economic Development Element has initiatives, including the Route 79 has relatively low educational attainment, been informed by community and stakeholder realignment and the Mid-County Parkway, high graduation rates at the City's public Plan 2040) input gathered through outreach efforts, and will improve access to the City and increase high schools and the continued growth of builds on research and analysis contained in its attractiveness to residents, businesses, Mount San Jacinto College suggest that the Economic, Demographic, and Real Estate and visitors. the City's future workforce may be higher- Profile report completed in 2019 as part of educated and higher-skilled, providing the General Plan process. Given San Jacinto's • Despite a high level of out-commute by more opportunities for local economic regional position as well as market conditions residents, there is a relatively strong match development. and trends, the Profile report identified several between jobs held by residents and those Report - key opportunities that could drive economic available in the City. The City can leverage • The City's relatively low accessibility is growth and development in the City. These this match to drive economic development a disadvantage for the development of include the following: by continuing to promote the City's resident destination retail centers. However, current workforce to businesses who may consider trends in retail shopping centered on • The City's existing land use assets have relocating or opening a location in San experiential businesses-small and local positioned it to capture regional growth in Jacinto, as well as providing support for shops, dining and drinking establishments, industrial sectors, particularly ag-tech and local entrepreneurship and small business and entertainment venues. This trend can cannabis cultivation, and in hospitality, creation. be well-suited for San Jacinto, particularly particularly related to the new Soboba as the City looks to invest in its Downtown Casino Resort. area. While some of these trends have
been slowed by the COVID-19 pandemic,
the outlook for effective and well-designed
"place-based" commercial activity remains
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General Plan 2040 | Chapter Three: Economic Develd 5.1.c Support for Business Community Goal ED-1: A City that supports and promotes » Action ED-1a: Regularly review and solicit local business development. input from business community on existing One of the City's most important assets in incentives for business creation and property 2040) promoting economic growth is its existing » Policy ED-1.1: Support Businesses. Implement re-investment and update as appropriate. economic base. Supporting existing local policies and programs that are responsive to the business community and ease the process of » Action ED-1b: Establish and maintain partnership businesses so that they can thrive, grow, doing business with the City. with Riverside County Workforce Development General Plan and adapt to changing economic conditions Center and Mount San Jacinto College to will not only help those businesses and their » Policy ED-1.2: Incentives and Services. Maintain offer entrepreneurship training programs and employees, but also demonstrate to other an easily-accessible menu of incentives and City business development resources. services available to existing businesses to help Report - businesses that the City is a desirable place facilitate growth and expansion. » Action ED-1c: Maintain and expand business to locate. This support extends to residents, engagement efforts, including roundtable workers, and students who may be looking to » Policy ED-1.3: Business Investment. Support events, surveys, and awards and recognition establish or grow a business in the City. local property and business owners to reinvest in, events, in partnership with local chambers of Progress and revitalize, commercial properties, including commerce and other business associations in through incentives and streamlined processes. Riverside County and Inland Empire. » Policy ED-1.4: Partnerships. Develop and » Action ED-1d: Maintain a Development Code strengthen City partnerships with local that supports investment and innovation in the and regional business organizations, such City.
as chambers of commerce and industry
associations. Action ED-le: Identify ways of simplifying the Business License and renewal process.
» Policy ED-1.5: Opportunity. Encourage
opportunities for training, access to capital, and Action ED-1f: Identify opportunities to leverage networking for existing and prospective local technology to simplify and speed up the business owners and entrepreneurs. entitlement and permit processes.
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Chapter Three: Economic Development | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Economic Diversification and Business Goal ED-2: A community with a diversified » Action ED-2a: Identify undeveloped, economic base to promote job growth and underdeveloped, or unoccupied sites and A diversified economy makes cities stronger and resiliency. buildings that present opportunities for business 2040) more resilient in the face of changing economic attraction, as well as City actions to improve trends. Businesses in today's economy are » Policy ED-2.1: Targeted Development. marketability of sites. highly mobile, and firms consider a variety of Encourage the development of office parks and other commercial building formats serving the » Action ED-2b: Develop marketing strategy General Plan factors when deciding where to locate or re- space needs of target industries, including retail, to attract healthcare facilities, including locate. These factors include the ease with agricultural and high technology, manufacturing, identification of appropriate sites and of regional which a firm can get established and operate and professional services. healthcare systems with potential interest in in a city, and the level of the city's investment in locating in City. Report - Policy ED-2.2: Support New Businesses.
and responsiveness to its business community. Develop and maintain policies and incentive » Action ED-2c: Research and identify targeted San Jacinto has endeavored to distinguish programs available to support new businesses industry events and marketing publications for itself as such a place. These trends, City locating in the City. City to participate in over next 2-3 years and efforts, and planned regional transportation update the strategy periodically thereafter. infrastructure initiatives can help the City better » Policy ED-2.3: Medical Facilities. Continue to promote the establishment of local and regional » Action ED-2d: Work with regional partners to attract a variety of industries and promote the serving medical facilities in San Jacinto to explore coordinated regional business attraction development of a mixed economic base. diversify economic activity and better serve the effort that will leverage individual city's assets healthcare needs of San Jacinto Valley residents and allow for greater overall investment in and businesses. attraction initiatives.
» Policy ED-2.4: Marketing. Continue
participate in marketing activities to educate
employers about the City's resident workforce,
and promote opportunities available for new
businesses.
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General Plan 2040 | Chapter Three: Economic Develd 5.1.c Enhanced Activity Corridors and Nodes Goal ED-3: A City that plans for enhanced » Action ED-3a: Maintain easily-accessible activity corridors and nodes to drive synergistic inventory of available commercial property New commercial development benefits from commercial development. sites, with focus on key corridors and nodes. locating in areas with high visibility and good
» Policy ED-3.1: Transportation Corridors. » Action ED-3b: Study the establishment of an access. Relatedly, creating clusters of a mix Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District General Plan 2040) of uses-such as office, retail, and multifamily Encourage and incentivize new retail, hospitality, and commercial development clusters along (EID) to support financing of targeted residential-serves to drive activity and growth major transportation corridors, including the infrastructure investments in key development in an area and create efficiencies in travel Ramona Expressway and State Route 79 and areas. behavior. As part of the Land Use Plan, the at major highway interchanges, leveraging locational assets and synergies. » Action ED-3c: Research state and federal grant City is promoting commercial and mixed- programs with available funding to support use development along several of its major Policy ED-3.2: Higher Intensity Development. infrastructure investments in key development circulation routes, at major intersections, and in Encourage higher density housing and higher areas. proximity to activity centers, in order to support intensity employment space to locate in mixed- this focused location of new higher intensity use formats along the City's commercial corridors, near transit nodes, and in areas well-
served by the City's multimodal transportation
network.
Policy ED-3.3: Regional Coordination.
Coordinate local infrastructure investments
and initiatives with regional transportation
improvements that enhance major corridors
and nodes.
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Chapter Three: Economic Development | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Revitalization of Main Street Goal ED-4: A community with a vibrant and active » Action ED-4a: Complete development of Civic Main Street. Center complex centered on Vosberg Hotel and San Jacinto's Main Street has many assets redevelopment of the former Virginia Lee site. that could position it as a major focal point of » Policy ED-4.1: Main Street Development.
Position development and infrastructure on » Action ED-4b: Develop public-private activity in the City. While changes in market partnership strategy, including marketing plan General Plan 2040) Main Street to be oriented towards pedestrians,
economics and public health priorities have local businesses, and special programming, for development outreach, for other City-owned presented challenges to the type of experiential providing a unique and attractive experience for properties on Main Street that represent catalyst commercial development associated with visitors, residents, and workers. development opportunities. downtown neighborhoods, the trend towards
Policy ED-4.2: Invest in Main Street. Encourage » Action ED-4c: Collaborate with San Jacinto place-based mixed-use activity centers is Valley Museum Association and other historic City investment in catalytic Main Street projects.
expected to continue in the future. Main Street's preservation organizations to develop a menu mix of walkability and central location all lend » Policy ED-4.3: Mixed-Use. Encourage the of incentives (local, county, state, and federal) themselves to becoming a more vibrant live/ development and integration of a mix of uses available for the preservation of historic work/play center within the City. in a "main street" setting that includes retail properties. anchored stores, entertainment, office, retail,
residential at various densities, and transit- » Action ED-4d: Prepare Main Street-specific oriented development and/or mix uses that retail attraction/retention analysis to inform provide regional draw. strategies on attracting tenants and business investment to Main Street.
» Policy ED-4.4: Character. Encourage economic
development activities that support and
preserve the unique character of Main Street
area and its existing building stock.
» Policy ED-4.5: Walkable. Support efforts to
create a safe walkable environment where
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General Plan 2040 | Chapter Three: Economic Develd 5.1.0 Promotion of Visitor-Serving Business Goal ED-5: A City that promotes the hospitality » Action ED-5a: Develop marketing strategy to Sector and visitor-serving business sector. attract new hotel uses, including identification of appropriate sites and study of visitor
» Policy ED-5.1: Visitor-serving. Support the demographics. 21 The tourism sector presents significant fiscal
development and promotion of visitor-oriented an
and economic opportunity for San Jacinto. » Action ED-5b: Collaborate with San Jacinto activities and businesses, with a focus on
Looking ahead, the City can build upon several family-oriented activities, that build upon the Museum and other major local attractions existing assets to grow jobs and activity in attractions provided by the Soboba Casino to develop tourism marketing strategy and the hospitality and visitor-serving industry-in Resort and Golf Course and regional outdoor associated materials. Report - General PI particular, the newly-opened Soboba Casino activities, such as hiking trails in the San Jacinto Action ED-5c: Develop a wayfinding plan to Resort and Golf Course, which has created a Mountains.
improve visitor attraction to and experience in
new major attraction that will draw visitors to » Policy ED-5.2: Hotels. Encourage the Downtown and elsewhere in the City. the San Jacinto Valley region. Investment in development of new hotel facilities in San complementary accommodations, businesses, Jacinto, especially at key corridors and nodes marketing, and infrastructure can position San in the City best-positioned to serve the regional Jacinto as a connected destination for area visitor population. visitors. » Policy ED-5.3: Marketing. Promote San
Jacinto's historic and recreational attractions to
area visitors through marketing and wayfinding
investments.
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Chapter Three: Economic Development | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.0 Workforce Development Goal ED-6: A City that invests in workforce » Action ED-бa: Partner with Mount San Jacinto development. College, the San Jacinto Unified School District, The presence of a workforce suited to the Hemet Unified School District, and Riverside needs of the local economy, particularly growth Policy ED-6.1: Workforce Development. County Workforce Development Center to sectors, is a major component in business Promote training, education, and labor support develop entrepreneurship training program and programs that enhance the quality of the City's small business incubator for area high school retention and expansion. Resident workers labor force, and assist them in obtaining new students.
in San Jacinto today are overrepresented in employment opportunities. the retail trade and healthcare industries as » Action ED-6b: In partnership with Mount San compared to the region, and underrepresented » Policy ED-6.2: Coordination. Develop Jacinto College, solicit input from current and collaborative relationships between private prospective business owners regarding needed in industries that typically require higher levels and public entities to affect and maintain a workforce skills and develop strategies for
of education and training, such as finance comprehensive and coordinated economic offering related educational and vocational and insurance, and professional, scientific, development process. programs locally. and technical services. Aligning the resident
workforce's skills with the needs of the » Policy ED-6.3: Vocational Training. Coordinate with Mount San Jacinto College to enhance,
businesses of today and tomorrow will have a expand, and promote vocational training critical impact on expansion and diversification programs offered at the local campus. of the City's economy.
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General Plan 2040 | Chapter Three: Economic Develo 5.1.c Fiscal Diversity and Sustainability Goal ED-7: A City with improved fiscal diversity Action ED-7a: Maintain easily-accessible and sustainability. inventory of vacant and available commercial Diversity in economic sectors helps to create properties, organized by use type. resiliency and guard cities against the impacts » Policy ED-7.1: Full Utilization. Actively seek to replace or fill vacated businesses with users Action ED-7b: Conduct regular study and update of changes in commercial trends. Similarly,
capable of generating fiscal revenue streams of City's current development impact fee levels, diversity in public revenue sources helps to and necessary amenities to support the to ensure that fees on new development are protect a city's budget against downturns in Report - General Plan 2040) surrounding residents. adequate to cover fair share of costs for future revenue-generating activities. Like most cities infrastructure needs. in California, San Jacinto is primarily dependent » Policy ED-7.2: Retail Support. Support additional retail development to increase sales tax
on property and sales tax to fund day-to-day revenues and expand retail amenities available municipal operations. Attracting a range of to community and to visitors. real estate development and business types
can lead to more sustainable revenues that » Policy ED-7.3: Cannabis Industry. Consider the are not overly dependent on any one sector of development of facilities that serve the needs of the cannabis industry in defined areas of the
the market or economy. Supporting the growth City. Cry to t of sales tax generating uses, such as retail
establishments, that also serve community » Policy ED-7.4: Hotels. Support the development needs will continue to be a critical piece of the of new hotels that will serve the regional visitor population and generate additional transient
City's fiscal health. At the same time, there are
occupancy tax.
additional tax- and fee-generating uses that are
underdeveloped in the City and could provide Policy ED-7.5: Funding. Pursue a variety of OOFA SIG) a wider range of revenue sources to support public, private, and non-profit funding sources future public investments in the community. to fund community revitalization and economic development activities.
Additionally, while new residential development » Policy ED-7.6: Monitor New Development. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress and new residents may require additional costs Monitor fiscal implications of new development related to City services, increases in population and consider strategies that ensure new soofa can also drive growth in property tax and other development adequately and fairly mitigates General Fund revenues, as well as demand for impacts on City infrastructure and services costs.
new sales-tax generating business. Municipal
costs related to residential growth will also be
impacted by the location of that growth - for
example, infill development utilizing existing
service infrastructure will typically require Lesule WORTH LIVING lower levels of new capital investments and
operations costs as compared to development
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MOBILITY
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The Mobility Element provides the framework
for decisions concerning the city's multimodal
transportation system, which includes roadway,
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transit, bicycle, and pedestrian modes of travel.
The Mobility Element provides for coordination
with the Riverside County Transportation
Commission (RCTC), which serves as the
coordinating agency for transportation funding
Element Organization for Riverside County.
The Mobility Element will address each of the topics below as they relate to State law (California Government Code Section
San Jacinto. The goals and policies of this element are organized around the following topics: 65302(b)) mandates that the Mobility Element contain the general location and extent of
• Local Circulation System existing and proposed major thoroughfares, transportation routes, terminals, military
• Regional Circulation System airports and ports, and other public utilities and • Complete Streets facilities, to the extent these items exist in the planning area. The Mobility Element reflects
• Active Transportation the City's desire to provide for complete street, bicycle, and pedestrian facilities and explore
• Parking
the application of new technologies and best
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Local Circulation System » Policy M-1.3: Maintenance and Infrastructure. » Action M-la: Periodically review and assess Support the circulation system with consistent the vehicular operating conditions along City The circulation system includes a hierarchy maintenance and necessary infrastructure facilities to determine what, if any, improvements 2040) of roadways and off-street paths and trails improvements, such as flood control and bridges, are warranted to maintain a safe and efficient that serve mobility and local access needs as funding is available. flow of traffic in the City. Improvements may be identified and included in the City's Capital PI:
for people who live in, work in, or visit the City. » Policy M-1.4: Truck Routes. Maintain a truck route Improvement Plan and/or required as part of
The circulation system allows people to travel network that supports the efficient movement project approval through the development review General safely and conveniently to and through the City of goods within and beyond the City, while process. by vehicles, transit, bicycles, walking, and other minimizing noise and safety hazards to the extent modes of travel. feasible. Action M-1b: As part of development review and Report - specific plans, review any existing gaps in active
» Policy M-1.5: Transportation Improvements for transportation infrastructure, including sidewalk Goal M-1: A safe circulation system that meets All Users. Encourage roadway, sidewalk, and gaps or trails previously identified in the Trails the needs of existing and future land uses and median improvements that enhance the visual Master Plan, that inhibit mobility. Improvements character of the roadway system and promote may be recommended or required as part of users of all travel modes. pedestrian and bicycle safety. projects to meet M-1 policies. » Policy M-1.1: Balanced Circulation System. » Policy M-1.6: ADA Accessibility. Manage and » Action M-1c: Consider roundabouts or other Provide for a balanced circulation system that improve the City's transportation network to emerging design solutions when improvement promotes the safe and efficient movement of be safe, accessible, and consistent with the needs are identified. people and goods throughout the City (Figure Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to allow mobility-impaired users to safely travel within » Action M-1d: Include ADA-accessible facilities and beyond the City. as part of roadway infrastructure projects. » Policy M-1.2: Access and Mobility. Strive to
maintain sufficient access and mobility for all » Policy M-1.7: Safe Routes to Schools. Work » Action M-le: Review and update the City's modes of travel and users of the roadway network. with the San Jacinto Unified School District designated commercial vehicle routes as and Hemet Unified School District in the City to needed while considering the potential mobility maintain Safe Routes to School and encourage conflicts and the location of sensitive land uses in the City. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress parents and children to walk or bike to schools.
Policy M-1.8: Traffic Calming. Encourage
programming and design strategies to maintain
safe vehicular speeds on roadways, including
traffic calming measures, where applicable.
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services within the City.
outside the City on transportation facilities and
the impacts of proposed development projects
Coordinate with adjacent jurisdictions to reduce
» Policy M-2.3: Regional Development.
improvements and public transit systems.
planning and construction of nearby circulation
with adjacent jurisdictions regarding the
» Policy M-2.2: Adjacent Jurisdictions. Coordinate
and Mid County Parkway (Figure M-2).
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roadway improvements that encourage the safe
Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) to implement
Transportation Commission (RCTC), and the
Transportation (Caltrans), the Riverside County
agencies, including the California Department of
and mobility for employees and students. Coordinate with regional transportation Coordinate with the College to improve access » Policy M-2.1: Regional Agency Coordination. » Policy M-2.7: Mt. San Jacinto College.
community.
operational needs. facilities identified in the Circulation Plan. to support the economic well-being of the actively engage on transit service planning and out and alignment of future local and regional with the larger regional transportation system Action M-2d: Periodically coordinate with RTA to new development to allow for the full build- Goal M-2: A circulation system that is integrated roadway right-of-way needs prior to planning
the City are considered by those jurisdictions. Policy M-2.6: Right-of-Way Needs. Identify RI an opportunity to recommend that impacts to other agencies. of neighboring jurisdictions, so that the City has and employment centers. 10 construction (e.g., SR-79) on local businesses planned and maintained in coordination with planning, and the development review process
» Action M-2c: Monitor land use, circulation minimize the impacts of regional roadways County and beyond, these facilities need to be regional and State transportation agencies to transportation needs for people across the regional level. Policy M-2.5: Freeway Coordination. Work with these regionally significant connections serve forums to bring the City's concerns to the people and for goods movement. Because » Action M-2b: Participate in regional planning activity centers. including jobs, recreation, retail, and other routes) that provide regional connections for communication and coordination. users to local and regional destinations, roadways (e.g., state highways and arterial mobility plans and priorities through regular the City's residents and workers by connecting The circulation system includes high-order and Caltrans to inform the City's long-term transportation programs that effectively serve » Action M-2a: Periodically coordinate with RCTC Policy M-2.4: Public Transit. Promote public Regional Circulation System
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Complete Streets Goal M-3: A multi-modal transportation network » Action M-3a: When planning roadway facilities, that provides sufficient vehicular, pedestrian, incorporate the concept of complete streets.
Complete streets are streets that are designed bike, and transit facilities. Consider design elements for all modes and to provide safe travel for everyone - people users that use streets in a context-sensitive driving, riding transit, walking, biking, or using » Policy M-3.1: Complete Streets. Apply context- manner. any other means of travel. Planning for and sensitive complete streets principles to new roadways and to transportation improvements » Action M-3b: Consult standards set forth in designing complete streets starts with policies to serve all modes of travel and users of all ages the latest editions of the California MUTCD that promote consideration for all users within and abilities. and AASHTO's A Policy on Geometric Design all facility types. of Highways and Streets ("Green Book") for » Policy M-3.2: Multimodal Facilities. Incorporate improvement and re-striping of appropriate facilities and design features into transportation streets to accommodate dedicated bicycle improvement projects that support the use of facilities, as applicable to the City. public transit and active transportation.
» Action M-3c: Develop and maintain complete
» Policy M-3.3: Multimodal Connectivity. Link streets design guidance based on these commercial development, employment centers, resources and other best practices. public facilities, and community parks and open
spaces to transit and active transportation
facilities and trails, wherever feasible.
Policy M-3.4: New Development. Encourage
Specific Plans and Planned Developments to
include well-developed and funded multimodal
transportation facilities.
Policy M-3.5: Effects of New Technology.
Monitor and evaluate the development of new
technologies (e.g., Transportation Network Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Companies, scootershare, bikeshare, and
autonomous and connected vehicles) and their
potential impacts on travel behavior and the
transportation network.
Policy M-3.6: Park and Ride Facilities. Encourage
the provision of regional public transportation
services and support facilities such as park and
ride lots.
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TABLE M-1: OVERVIEW OF GENERAL PLAN ROADWAY CLASSIFICATIONS Classification Definition Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities Typical Typical Typical Maximum Two- Required Curb-to- Number of Way Traffic
Right-of-Way Curb Lanes Volume (ADT)
Limited Access Highways that carry large volumes On-street parking and on- 146-184 feet 84-118 feet 6-8 with 8 lanes: 70,000 Highway of traffic relatively long distances street bicycle facilities are not curbed or 6 lanes: 59,000 through an urban or rural area. recommended on highways. Class painted median These roadways primarily serve I bicycle and multi-use paths are (turn lanes mobility over access: priority is the recommended facility on this developed at placed on through-traffic rather than I roadway. intersections) access to fronting property. Direct Pedestrian travel can be access to individual fronting parcels accommodated on Class I paths is limited. Limited access highways
or, if in a more urbanized area, with
should be continuous through and sidewalks.
served by arterial routes.
Arterial Arterials carry moderately high Class I bicycle paths and Class 112-146 feet 60-110 feet 4 to 6 lanes 6 lanes: 55,300 volumes of long distance and local IV separated bikeways are with curbed or 4 lanes: 39,300 traffic. Although access to abutting recommended if bicycle facilities painted median property is permitted, priority is still are sited. In urbanized areas or (turn lanes given to through traffic mobility. where speeds are lower, Class I! developed at Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) On-street parking is not buffered bike lanes may also be intersections) recommended. used.
Pedestrians are served with a
sidewalk.
Major Major roadways carrying the traffic Class I, Il, and IV bicycle facilities Up to 100 feet Up to 66 4 lanes with 4-lane divided:
of local and collector streets to are recommended if bicycle feet turn lanes as 35,800 and from highways and arterials facilities are sited. needed (no 4-lane undivided:
with controlled intersections and Pedestrians are served with a median) 32,600 generally provide direct access to sidewalk.
priorities. Major roadways may be
continuous over shorter distances
than arterials.
Collector Collector roadways provide access Class I, Il, and IV bicycle facilities 78-90 feet 44-56 feet 2 lanes with, 2-lane undivided:
to abutting property and activity are recommended if bicycle possibly 18,300 nodes and link the local street facilities are sited. Class Ill bicycle including 2-lane divided:
system to the arterial and major facilities may also be provided on painted median 17,800 system. lower speed roads (under 25 mph).
Pedestrians are served with a
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Limited Access Highway
Required ROW: 146-184 feet
Curb-to-Curb Width: 84-118 feet
Number of Vehicle Travel Lanes: Six to Eight
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Required ROW: 112-146 feet
Curb-to-Curb Width: 60-110 feet
Number of Vehicle Travel Lanes: Four to Six
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Curb-to-Curb Width: Up to 66 feet
Number of Vehicle Travel Lanes: Four
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Curb-to-Curb Width: 44-56 feet
Number of Vehicle Travel Lanes: Two
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Active Transportation Goal M-4: An extensive and regionally linked » Action M-4a: Review and update the City's network of trails, bicycle lanes, and sidewalk Municipal Code, as necessary, to consider A network of supportive infrastructure bicycle and pedestrian access as part of the site 2040) paths that encourage active transportation as
can encourage travel by non-motorized viable for transportation and recreation. plan review for new development projects. transportation. The City has existing pedestrian, » Action M-4b: Adopt the Trails Master Plan bicycle, and equestrian trails and paths that Policy M-4.1: Trails Master Plan. Implement applicable goals, policies, and projects from concurrent with adoption of the San Jacinto General Pl support active transportation. Connecting 2040 General Plan Update and review and the Trails Master Plan to provide trails and
trail and path gaps and providing supportive multimodal facilities that support active update the Trails Master Plan every five years, infrastructure benefits users and promotes transportation within and beyond the City. as funding allows. these travel modes. Action M-4c: As part of development review, Report - Policy M-4.2: Active Transportation Network.
Provide and specific plans, and projects to be included in maintain an extensive active
transportation and trail network that supports the Capital Improvement Program, review any existing gaps in the trail network identified Progress
bicycles, pedestrians, and equestrians and
is linked to regional facilities and facilities of in the Trails Master Plan that inhibit mobility.
Improvements may be recommended
adjacent jurisdictions (Figure M-2).
required as part of projects to meet policies.
Policy M-4.3: Trail Development. Encourage
the use of open space and utility easements for » Action M-4d: Review and compare City codes to bicycle, pedestrian, and equestrian trails, where California Building Code requirements regarding feasible. bicycle supportive facilities. Update City codes if necessary to provide adequate facilities.
Policy M-4.4: Trail Connectivity. Encourage
Specific Plans and Planned Developments to
include well-developed and designed trails that
connect neighborhoods to parks, schools, jobs,
and adjacent existing or planned local and/or
regional trails.
Policy M-4.5: Support Facilities. Encourage Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual new developments to provide bicycle parking,
lockers, and other support facilities for bicyclists.
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Parking Goal M-5: Parking supply that adequately and » Action M-5a: Periodically review the City's efficiently meets demand. parking code to adequately address new types Adequate off- and on-street parking is and patterns of development and new mobility necessary to accommodate people who rely » Policy M-5.1: Appropriate Parking Supply. Use technologies which may have an impact on the development review process to plan for new parking supply and/or demand in the City. upon vehicles to travel to homes, businesses, developments to provide appropriate vehicle recreation, and other uses. Effectively planning parking supply to meet demand. » Action M-5b: As part of the City's Development for and managing both public and private Code Update to implement the General Plan parking supply provides a balance between » Policy M-5.2: Efficient Use of Parking. 2040, develop a shared parking methodology meeting demand and efficiently using space. Encourage the effective use of shared parking to be implemented for retail and mixed-use between existing developments whenever projects that encourages flexibility while still possible. meeting anticipated demand.
» Policy M-5.3: Parking Demand and Supply
Trends. Monitor and consider trends in the
region pertaining to reduced parking demand
for mixed-use developments and the allocation
of parking for shared vehicles, alternative
energy vehicles, bicycles, and other modes of
transportation.
» Policy M-5.4: Flexible Parking Supply. Permit
developments to meet parking requirements
through strategies such as shared parking.
Policy M-5.5: Mixed-Use Developments.
Encourage large scale developments to Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - ' consider a mix of uses that provides flexibility in
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Transportation Management Goal M-6: Transportation management strategies » Action M-6a: Review and update the City's that comply with the County Congestion Municipal Code and related implementation Recent state legislation has shifted to focus Management Plan and regional and statewide documents, as necessary, to reflect TDM best land use and transportation planning on greenhouse gas emissions targets. practices. reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT), in Action M-6b: Consider allowing for a reduction alignment with a goal to reduce greenhouse gas » Policy M-6.1: Vehicle Miles Traveled. Maintain in parking standards for developments if vehicle miles traveled (VMT) thresholds and
emissions (GHG) and address climate change. comprehensive TDM programs and/or parking Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
Transportation management strategies that strategies are provided. nitigation requirements for the purpose of
promote alternatives to single-occupancy environmental review under the California Action M-6c: Require developments that are
vehicle travel can be employed to guide land Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). approved based on TDM plans to incorporate use and transportation decisions in support of monitoring and enforcement of TDM targets as Policy M-6.2: Transportation Demand
these environmental goals. Management. Create and implement TDM and part of those plans. congestion management mitigation measures
in areas experiencing high levels of congestion
and VMT levels.
» Policy M-6.3: Regional Plans. Review
development proposals for compliance with
regional plans such as the RCTC Congestion
Management Plan.
Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Policy M-6.4: New Development. Work
with developers to reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and minimize congestion related to
new development through improvements to the
circulation system and on-site improvements
that encourage non-vehicular modes of travel.
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Funding Goal M-7: A fiscally sound transportation system » Action M-7a: Develop and support a flexible that utilizes a variety of financing methods. financing program to fund the construction, Funding and financing sources are available maintenance, and improvement of the roadway at the regional, state, and federal level to help » Policy M-7.1: Funding Sources. Leverage system. realize the City's transportation vision and existing available funding methods and sources to fund the transportation system in the City
mobility plan. These funds can complement the while also researching innovative funding City's resources to plan, design and implement sources at the federal, state, regional, and circulation and access improvements and county levels.
promote the General Plan's goals.
» Policy M-7.2: New Developments. Leverage
programs such as West Riverside Council
of Government's Transportation Uniform
Mitigation Fee to receive fair share contributions
from new developments towards transportation
network improvements.
» Policy M-7.3: Monitor Funding. Monitor funding
of programmed transportation improvements
» Policy M-7.4: Regional Funding. Maintain
standards to qualify for regional transportation
revenues while encouraging regional agencies Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) to continue to provide adequate transportation
funding to local jurisdictions.
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Chapter Five
PUBLIC SAFETY Report - General Plan 2040)
The goal of San Jacinto's Public Safety Element
is to reduce the risk of death, injury, property
damage, economic loss, and harm due to natural
and manmade hazards. An effective response
to natural and human-caused disasters
requires planning, education, coordination
and training by multiple government agencies (2025 Annual Progress 0450 and the public. A resilient community has the
capacity to maintain critical functions during
Element Organization hazard events as well as adapt to and reduce The Public Safety Element will address each of the topics below as they relate future hazard risks. to San Jacinto. The Public Safety Element supports the City's participation in regional and subregional planning efforts including the Riverside County's This Element establishes goals, policies, Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and climate change and and actions to minimize and address these resiliency planning. The goals and policies of this element are organized potential hazards as well as ensure adequate around the following topics: and coordinated response. The goals are statements of the City's desires and consist
• Seismic and Geologic Hazards of broad statements of purpose and direction. • Fire Safety The policies serve as guidelines for reducing risk associated with natural and human
• Flooding activity hazards. The policies also serve to direct and maximize community emergency
• Hazardous Waste and Materials preparedness. The actions explain how AC • Emergency Operations the goals and policies will be achieved and implemented.
• Noise
• Climate Change and Resiliency Planning
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Seismic and Geologic Hazards Goal PS-1: A community that is adequately » Policy PS-1.5: Development. Require prepared for natural hazards related to assessment and mitigation of hazards related Due to its geographic location in a seismically landslides, geologic instability, and seismic to liquefaction, landslides, and flooding for new active region and the location of flood plains activity. development projects or City improvement and hillsides within City limits, San Jacinto is projects that are identified by the City as General Plan 2040) » Policy PS-1.1: Geologic Hazard Identification. susceptible to these hazards. subject to several types of natural hazards,
such as seismic activity, liquefaction, flooding, Maintain the City's geologic and seismic hazards map (Figure PS-1) in concert with updates from Policy PS-1.6: Impact Reduction. Reduce the landslides, and erosion. Risk of exposure the California Geologic Survey and local surveys, risk of impacts from geologic and seismic to natural hazards can be reduced through and update as appropriate. hazards by applying proper and up to date land careful land use planning, building construction use planning, development engineering, building Report - practices, and implementation of the following » Policy PS-1.2: Earthquake Protection. Enforce construction, and retrofitting requirements. policies and actions. State seismic design guidelines and all relevant building codes to reduce the risk of damage » Policy PS-1.7: Risk Inventories. Maintain an associated with seismic activity. updated inventory of public buildings and infrastructure within the City of San Jacinto at
Policy PS-1.3: Fault Zones. Encourage risk of seismic and geologic hazard impacts and landscaped open space uses for areas within regularly evaluate potential mitigation projects identified fault zones and limit the development to address risks, as financially feasible. of new sensitive uses in these areas
Policy PS-1.8: Critical Facilities. Require new
» Policy PS-1.4: Liquefaction. Require site- critical infrastructure and facilities that may specific studies in areas subject to liquefaction be built in the City to incorporate site specific to determine the nature and extent of potential seismic structural design as required by liquefaction and to identify engineering and applicable building codes. development siting measures to permit
development to occur safely.
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Action PS-1a: Review development proposals to Action PS-1g: During review of discretionary ensure compliance with California Health and development and redevelopment proposals, Safety Code Section 19100 et seq. (Earthquake require surveys of soil and geologic conditions Protection Law), which requires that buildings by State licensed Engineering Geologists be designed to resist stresses produced by and Civil Engineers where appropriate. When natural forces such as earthquakes and wind. potential geologic impacts are identified, require project applicants to mitigate the impacts per
» Action PS-1b: Update building, zoning, and the recommendations contained within the grading codes as needed to ensure adopted geologic survey. standards mitigate potential seismic hazards
and comply with the Alquist-Priolo Act and
Unreinforced Masonry Law.
» Action PS-1c: Establish a public relations
and education program to increase public
awareness on potential geologic and seismic
hazards in the community, their associated
risks, and preparedness strategies.
» Action PS-1d: Reduce the risk to the community
from hazards related to geologic conditions,
seismic activity, flooding, and wildfires by
requiring feasible mitigation of such impacts RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) on development projects. Assess development
proposals for potential hazards pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act. Require
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public safety hazards.
» Action PS-1e: Where the threat from natural
hazards (such as fault rupture or flooding)
cannot be mitigated, use open space easements
and other regulatory techniques to prohibit
development and avoid public safety hazards.
Where feasible, permit the joint-use of preserve
areas and easements such as seismic faults and
drainage basins for open space and recreational
uses.
Action PS-1f: To minimize damage from
earthquakes and other geologic activity, adopt
and implement the most recent State seismic
requirements for structural design of new
development and redevelopment.
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Fire Safety Goal PS-2: A City that is safe and adequately » Policy PS-2.7: Interagency Support. Participate prepared for urban and wildfire emergencies. in the mutual aid system and automatic aid Due to climate, vegetation, and topography, agreements to back up and supplement the City is subject to both wildland and urban Policy PS-2.1: Building Fire Codes. Require that capabilities to respond to emergencies. fires. The natural vegetation of the largely all buildings and facilities within San Jacinto comply with local, state, and federal regulatory » Policy PS-2.8: Public Education. Work with undeveloped hillsides located in both the standards such as the California Building and RCFD to disseminate educational programs westernmost and easternmost portions of Fire Codes as well as other applicable fire safety for residents on fire hazard risks and fire safety the City are highly prone to wildland fires. The neasures, such as detensible space and Public Safety Element addresses both wildland evacuation routes, with a special focus on at- Policy PS-2.2: Fire Protection Services. Reduce risk populations. Report - and urban fire risk reduction and prevention, the risk of fire to the community by coordinating as well as mitigation efforts. The City of San emergency preparedness with the Riverside » Policy PS-2.9: Post-fire Treatment. Work Jacinto does not have its own Local Hazard County Fire Department (RCFD). with CAL FIRE, United States Forest Service, Mitigation Plan (LHMP), but adopted Resolution United States Geologic Service, and applicable Progress 3738 on September 18, 2018 approving the City Policy PS-2.3: Fire Hazard Identification. Work nongovernmental agencies to create a plan to with RCFD to maintain and regularly update the address post-fire recovery activities and projects of San Jacinto Local Hazard Mitigation Plan City's Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map (Figure that allow burned areas to fully recover and
Annex from the Riverside County Operational PS-2) for changes in fire hazard severity zones minimize repetitive losses and further damage.
Area Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation consistent with changes in hazard designations (2025 Annual Plan (LHMP), therefore allowing the City to by CAL FIRE » Policy PS-2.10: Very High Fire Hazard Severity utilize the County LHMP, which addresses the Zones. Protect communities from unreasonable Policy PS-2.4: Urban Fire Risks. Work with risk of wildfire within very high fire hazard topic of wildfires. Historical data on wildfires RCFD to maintain an ongoing fire inspection severity zones through the following actions:
in and around San Jacinto is included in the program to reduce fire hazards associated Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 Draft with multifamily development, critical facilities, a. Minimize new residential development in Environmental Impact Report. public assembly facilities, industrial buildings, very high fire hazard severity zones when and nonresidential buildings. possible.
Policy PS-2.5: Grant Funding. Seek grant Require adequate fire protection services, funding, independently and in collaboration with fire protection plans, and emergency vehicle regional partners, to mitigate potential wildfire access for new development in very high threats to the community and to implement fire hazard severity zones. training workshops and projects related to Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 defensible space and fuel reduction practices. Assess site constraints when considering land use designations near wildlands to
Policy PS-2.6: Regional Coordination. avoid or minimize wildfire hazards as part Coordinate with the County of Riverside, of a land use update or amendment. neighboring cities, and other fire protection
agencies to reduce the potential for wildfire Coordinate with RCFD to identify building hazards in the San Jacinto community. and site design methods or other methods to minimize damage if new structures are
proposed to be in very high fire hazard
severity zones on undeveloped land and
when rebuilding after a fire.
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e. As part of the RCFD review process, b. Design development on hillsides and » Action PS-2a: Implement the City's Emergency require ongoing brush management, fuel canyons to reduce the increased risk of Operations Plan to ensure the most effective management/modification, defensible fires from topography features (i.e., steep allocation of resources for protection of people 040) slopes, ridge saddles). 2
space, fire retardant landscaping, and and property in time of an emergency, and other project design features for new an
update it as needed.
development located in areas of or adjacent c. Minimize flammable vegetation and PI to high wildfire risk. implement brush management best » Action PS-2b: Mitigate, as feasible, existing non- practices in accordance with the conforming development to contemporary fire General Coordinate with Eastern Municipal Water Development Code. safe standards where feasible, including road District and Lake Hemet Municipal Water standards and vegetative hazards.
District to ensure necessary water supply d. Install visible home and street addressing eport systems and flow for structural fire and signage » Action PS-2c: Require that all new habitable structures be designed in accordance with the RI
suppression are provided and maintained.
» Policy PS-2.12: Hazard Mitigation Plans. S
most recent California Building and Fire Code
g. Work with RCFD to identify and maintain Coordinate with local, state, and federal with local amendments adopted by the City, fire hazard reduction projects, including agencies to update emergency, evacuation, and including the use of fire sprinklers in residential community fire breaks and private road and hazard mitigation plans, as necessary. structures.
public road clearance.
» Policy PS-2.13: Essential Public Facilities and » Action PS-2d: Participate in Mutual Aid h. Coordinate with RCFD to define minimum Infrastructure. Locate, when feasible, new Agreements with neighboring cities and the standards for evacuation of residential essential public facilities and infrastructure Riverside County Operational Area, as required areas in very high fire hazard severity zones. outside of very high fire hazard severity zones, If areas with inadequate access/evacuation including but not limited to, hospitals and health routes are identified, develop appropriate care facilities, emergency shelters, emergency mitigation measures, improvement plans, command centers, emergency communication or education programs to ensure safe facilities, and utilities or identify construction evacuation. methods or other methods to minimize damage if these facilities must be located in very high
» Policy PS-2.11: Fire Safe Design. Consider fire hazard severity zones. fire safe design (i.e., fire-resistant building Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Pro and site design, materials, and landscaping) » Policy PS-2.14: Other Fire Protection Plans. for development within very high fire hazard Continue to implement other adopted fire severity zones as part of the development protection plans, including the City of San review process. Jacinto Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Annex from the Riverside County Operational Area
a. Locate, design and construct development Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. to provide adequate defensibility and
minimize the risk of structural loss from
wildland fires.
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Flood Hazards Goal PS-3: A community that is protected from » Policy PS-3.8: Development in the Flood Plain flood hazards. and Flood Way. Protect the community from The Riverside County Flood Control and Water flooding hazards by providing and maintaining Conservation District (RCFCD) is the agency » Policy PS-3.1: Regulatory Compliance. flood control facilities and limiting development responsible for the regional drainage facilities Coordinate with local, state, and federal within the flood plain and flood way as necessary General Plan 2040) agencies to ensure that the City's regulations to protect public health and safety. while the City controls the local facilities. The related to flood control are in compliance with City coordinates with the RCFCD to ensure federal, state, and local standards. » Policy PS-3.9: Existing Flood Zones. Maintain regularly scheduled maintenance of flood dialogue with the RCFCD regarding regional control channels and completion of necessary » Policy PS-3.2: Dam Operation and Maintenance. flood facilities.
Coordinate with the agencies responsible for Report -
facilities and repairs. » Policy Conditions.
dam operation and maintenance to reduce the PS-3.10: Changing risk of dam inundation from the San Jacinto Coordinate with the RCFCD to consider the need Risk of flooding and inundation due to dam to expand the capacity of flood control facilities Reservoir, Diamond Valley Lake, Little Lake, and
failure are possible due to the prevalence of Hemet Lake dams. based on changing flood conditions associated natural drainage corridors and the presence with climate change and extreme weather. of human-made water reservoirs within the » Policy PS-3.3: Reflection Lake Overflow. region. Residential and agricultural uses and Coordinate with Reflection Lake staff to manage » Policy PS-3.11: Mitigation. Require that all overflow and prevent safety hazards on Warren new development and redevelopment in areas other productive areas of San Jacinto lie within susceptible to flooding incorporate mitigation Road and Cottonwood Avenue.
FEMA 100-year floodplains, as shown in Figure neasures designed to reduce flood hazards.
PS-3. » Policy PS-3.4: FEMA Coordination. Coordinate
with the Federal Emergency Management Policy PS-3.12: Adequate Infrastructure.
The Casa Loma Canal, Colorado River Aqueduct Agency (FEMA) to ensure that Federal Insurance Maintain and regularly assess the status of local and the San Jacinto River traverse the City. Rate Maps correctly depict flood hazards in the storm drainage infrastructure to ensure that the City. system is functioning property.
Flooding is particularly expected along the San
Jacinto River and the Colorado River Aqueduct. » Policy PS-3.5: Municipal Code. Implement the Dam failure at any of the reservoirs such as standards and requirements defined in the Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Diamond Valley Lake, Lake Hemet, or Little Municipal Code to reduce flood hazards and Lake could also cause potential downstream address flood-prone areas within San Jacinto. inundation and flooding. » Policy PS-3.6: Building Codes. Adhere to the latest building, site, and design codes in the
California Building Code and FEMA flood control
guidelines to avoid or minimize the risk of
flooding hazards in the community.
Policy PS-3.7: Stormwater Runoff. Encourage
new developments that add impervious surfaces
to integrate low impact development best
management practices to reduce stormwater
runoff.
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Action PS-3a: Monitor changes in Federal and » Action PS-3g: Work with the RCFCD and State laws and regulations related to local Regulatory Federal, State and local agencies flood protection, including the National Flood and department to apply for grants that provide Insurance Program and incorporate necessary funding for local drainage controls. FEMA's changes into the Municipal Code, the City's Hazard Mitigation Grant, Flood Mitigation Emergency Operations Plan, and building Assistance Programs, and Pre-disaster codes as required and ensure that the City's Mitigation Program, CalEPA and the CA State regulations require that new development within Water Resources Control Board offer grants to flood hazard zones is consistent with this Public municipalities throughout California.
Safety Element and is required to meet the flood
protection requirements of State law, including » Action PS-3h: Continue to participate in the but not limited to Government Code Sections National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). 65007, 65865.5, 65962 and 66474.5.
» Action PS-3i: Continue to implement the
Action PS-3b: Review projects for project-related Flood Plain Management program, which flood control and stormwater management establishes rules and regulations for flood plain impacts to ensure that all proposed development management. Continue to apply the rules and comply with the City's MS4 permit. regulations to development in areas of special flood hazards as determined by the Federal
Action PS-3c: Disseminate information on Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and as flooding, flood control on private property, illustrated on the most recent Flood Insurance floodplains, and flood preparedness to the Rate Map (FIRM). public. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) » Action PS-3d: Communicate with FEMA
periodically regarding updates to Flood
Insurance Rate Maps and Letter of Map
Revisions.
» Action PS-3e: All development located within
a 100-year flood plain shall be consistent with
the requirements of the Federal Emergency
Management Agency.
» Action PS-3f: Periodically review county, state,
and federal flood control best practices and
incorporate appropriate standards into the
Municipal Code.
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Hazardous Waste and Materials Goal PS-4: A community that is protected from » Policy PS-4.7: Emergency Response. Work with the potential for hazardous waste and materials RCFD and other responding agencies to ensure The County of Riverside Department of contamination. that emergency personnel respond safely and Environmental Health enforces the provisions effectively to a hazardous materials incident in of the Hazardous Waste Control Law of the » Policy PS-4.1: Regulations. Ensure that RCFD the city.
State of California as set forth in the California enforces the California Fire Code relating to the use of hazardous materials and ensure » Policy PS-4.8: Public Education. Coordinate Health and Safety Code and the California that appropriate regulations are followed, and with the City's waste service provider(s) and Code of Regulations. The City coordinates with precautions are taken for the type and amount the County of Riverside to increase public the County of Riverside Environmental Health of hazard being created awareness about proper disposal related to household hazardous waste and inform the San
Department to effectively manage hazardous
» Policy PS-4.2: Cleanup Sites. Require that Jacinto community regarding relevant services materials and waste as well as implement developers coordinate with the Riverside County and programs to address issues related to educational programs. Department of Public Health to confirm that hazardous waste and materials. hazardous waste cleanup sites located within
Certain types of development and uses within the City are remediated by the property owner in the City utilize hazardous materials. These uses a manner that keeps the public safe. make San Jacinto susceptible to hazards from
spills of toxic materials and vulnerable to the » Policy PS-4.3: County Plans. Utilize the Riverside Countywide Integrated Waste Management Plan
byproducts of waste generated inmanufacturing
to ensure that local regulation and practices are
and agricultural areas. Accidents can occur consistent with the policy direction and action in the production, use, storage, transport, and programs that the County recommends. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) disposal of hazardous materials. The Riverside
County Department of Environmental Health Policy PS-4.4: Transportation. Promote the routing of vehicles carrying potentially
Hazardous Materials Branch maintains an hazardous materials to transportation corridors emergency response team that would respond posing the minimum risk to the public. in the event of a hazardous materials spill or
other environmental health emergencies. Policy PS-4.5: Household Hazardous Waste.
Reduce the per capita production of household
hazardous waste in San Jacinto in concert
with the County of Riverside plans for reducing
hazardous waste.
Policy PS-4.6: Proposed Facilities. Require
appropriate environmental analysis to be
conducted for any proposed hazardous waste
materials treatment or transfer, in accordance
with environmental review requirements.
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Action PS-4a: As part of the development review Action PS-4h: Continue to work with the County process, require projects that result in significant of Riverside's Environmental Health Department risks associated with hazardous materials to to implement the Conditionally Exempt Small include measures to address the risks and Quantity Generators (CESQG) program, which is reduce the risks to an acceptable level. a hazardous waste pick-up disposal service for eligible, businesses/non-profit organizations in
» Action PS-4b: Require the submittal of the County of Riverside. This program provides information regarding hazardous materials an affordable way to legally dispose of this manufacturing, storage, use, transport, and/or waste. Provide informational materials at public disposal by existing and proposed businesses locations and links on the City's website about and developments to RCFD. the County's CESQG program.
» Action PS-4c: Promote off-site hazardous » Action PS-4i: Amend the Municipal Code to materials and/or electronic waste drop-off. require that, prior to issuance of any grading or building permit (whichever occurs first)
» Action PS-4d: Protect the community from for a project on a site identified on any list of hazards related to air pollution, hazardous
hazardous materials compiled pursuant to
materials, and ground and air transportation by Government Code Section 65962.5, a formal requiring feasible mitigation to be incorporated
Phase / Environmental Site Assessment
into new development and redevelopment
(ESA) shall be prepared in accordance with
proposals to address safety impacts associated ASTM Standard Practice E 1527-05 or the with those proposals.
Standards and Practices for All Appropriate
Inquiry (AAI) and submitted to the City's Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Action PS-4e: Continue to monitor regulations
governing the use of pesticides and work with the Community Development Department. The County Agricultural Commissioner to promote Phase I ESA shall identify specific Recognized the responsible use of pesticides. Environmental Conditions (RECs), which may require further sampling/remedial activities
» Action PS-4f: Minimize public health risks and by a qualified Hazardous Materials Specialist environmental risks from the use, transport, with Phase Il/site characterization experience storage, and disposal of hazardous materials. prior to demolition, and/or construction. The Hazardous Materials Specialist shall identify
» Action PS-4g: Continue to work with the County proper remedial activities appropriate to the of Riverside Environmental Health Department hazardous material(s) found (e.g., removal to implement and advertise the Household and disposal; bio-remediation; pump and treat; Hazardous Waste Collection Program to protect soil vapor extraction, and in situ oxidation), as residents from dangers resulting from the use, necessary. transport, and disposal of hazardous materials
used in the home. Provide informational materials
at public locations and links on the City's website
about the County's Household Hazardous Waste
Collection program, the County's Antifreeze,
Batteries, Oil, and Paint (ABOP) proaram.
collection facilities, drop-off centers, and the 24-
hour Household Hazardous Waste hotline.
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Emergency Operations The City will continue to coordinate with RCFD, » Policy PS-5.5: Automatic and Mutual Aid. the Riverside County Sheriff's Department Participate in automatic and mutual aid Advanced emergency planning and agreements with adjacent service providers (RCSD), Office of Emergency Services (OES),
preparedness is essential in responding to to ensure efficient and adequate resources, and Federal Emergency Management Agency facilities, and support services before, during, natural and human-caused disasters with a General Plan 2040) to provide ongoing education to residents and after emergencies. coordinated system of emergency service about how to safely evacuate in the event of an providers and facilities. The City supports a » Policy PS-5.6: Communications. Evaluate the emergency.
high level of multi-jurisdictional cooperation potential to utilize a comprehensive emergency and communication for emergency planning communication system that allows for efficient and response management. Major arterials Goal PS-5: A community that is highly prepared connection in case of emergency. Report - serve as the primary routes for evacuation; and equipped to handle emergency situations, » Policy PS-5.7: Emergency Evacuation Routes
however, evacuation routes will depend upon in order to minimize loss of life, injury, property and Access. Work with RCFD and RCSD
the emergency event and area affected. Law damage, and disruption of vital services. to maintain, update, and regularly exercise Progress enforcement will identify the appropriate routes » Policy PS-5.1: Emergency Response Services. emergency access, protocols, and evacuation routes to assess their effectiveness under a
and assist residents leaving the City in the Provide sufficient levels of all emergency response services to protect the health, safety, range of emergency scenarios. event an evacuation of all or part of the City is
required. and welfare of all persons and to protect » Policy PS-5.8: Emergency Shelters. Periodically property in the City. coordinate with emergency shelter providers to The City prepared an analysis, referred to as ensure that necessary equipment supplies are Policy PS-5.2: Emergency Preparedness Plans. available in case of emergency. a White Paper, consistent with Senate Bill 99 Support the development of local preparedness to identify residential developments in hazard plans and multi-jurisdictional cooperation and » Policy PS-5.9: Disaster Recovery. Work with areas that do not have at least two emergency communication agreements for emergency emergency service providers to implement post- evacuation routes. The White Paper includes situations. disaster recovery plans to return public services definitions and data sources as well as » Policy PS-5.3: Critical Facilities. Coordinate to a state of normalcy, address ongoing hazard- assumptions and methodology used to map the specific mitigations, and assist community with service providers to ensure the resilience
evacuation routes, and is included as Appendix of critical facilities, lifeline services, and members in recovering from disasters.
A. The analysis identified nearly 500 parcels infrastructure, and plan for the use of critical » Policy PS-5.10: Crime Prevention Through (approximately 10% of developed parcels in the facilities during post-disaster response and Environmental Design. Ensure projects include City) in a high hazard zone (as defined in the recovery. design features that promote public safety and White Paper) with one exit point directly onto reduce criminal activity. » Policy PS-5.4: Local Coordination. Coordinate
an arterial (or higher classification) roadway. with local key stakeholders (officials, schools, » Policy PS-5.11: Community Training Programs.
These parcels are widespread throughout businesses, and organizations) within the Support community-based emergency training the planning area, and they tend to be condo, community to make them aware of their role programs as a valuable asset to the community. apartment, and mobile home communities, or in the emergency plan and the necessary requirements in case of emergency.
large rural residential parcels.
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» Policy PS-5.12: Public Education. Educate » Action PS-5a: Coordinate with the County of and non-residential projects to increase the residents and businesses through programs and Riverside to keep the Multi-Jurisdictional Local safety of the projects. Cooperate with the Police outreach materials on hazards pertaining to San Hazard Mitigation Plan up to date. Department to review development proposals Jacinto and appropriate actions to safeguard to ensure that design features promote a safe life and property during and immediately after » Action PS-5b: Regularly practice implementation environment, as described in the Public Safety of the City's Emergency Operations Plan and General Plan 2040) emergencies. Element.
update it regularly.
» Policy PS-5.13: School Safety. Coordinate with » Action PS-5f: Annually review and update local schools related to their programs and » Action PS-5c: Regularly review County and State the Emergency Preparedness Plan under the practices regarding emergency preparedness. emergency response procedures that must be provision of the State Emergency Management coordinated with City procedures. System format to maximize the efforts ort of emergency service providers (e.g., fire, ep
» Action PS-5d: Adopt a level of service standard RI
medical, and law enforcement) and minimize
for police protection. Protect residents and S
human suffering and property damage during
businesses from criminal activity by providing
the adopted level of service and educating the disasters. Support high-level multi-jurisdictional Progres:
cooperation and communication for emergency
public about methods to reduce criminal activity.
During the annual budget and CIP process, planning and management. review the level of service standard and revise » Action PS-5g: Coordinate with local agencies as appropriate. and organizations to develop and distribute informational brochures and give presentations
» Action PS-5e: In pre-application meetings, to civic groups and local schools to educate encourage developers to incorporate Crime
residents and businesses about appropriate
Prevention Through Environmental Design
(CPTED) design features in their residential actions to take during an emergency situation.
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Noise Policy PS-6.3: Acoustical Studies. Require » Policy PS-6.4: Roadway Noise. Encourage acoustical studies for new discretionary nonmotorized transportation alternatives for Noise levels within the community can affect developments and transportation improvements local trips and the implementation of noise the quality of life experienced by people living that have the potential to affect existing noise- sensitivity measures in the public realm, and working in San Jacinto. High noise levels sensitive uses such as schools, hospitals, including traffic-calming road design, lateral General Plan 2040) can create stress and irritation. The following libraries, care facilities, and residential areas, separation, natural buffers, and setbacks to and for projects that would introduce new noise- decrease excessive motor vehicle noise. policies address this issue by creating effective sensitive uses into an area where existing noise strategies to reduce excessive noise and limit levels may exceed the thresholds identified » Policy PS-6.5: Vehicular Traffic. Monitor and the community's exposure to loud sources of in this element. For projects that are required enforce existing speed limits and motor vehicle noise. to prepare an acoustical study, the following codes requiring adequate mufflers on all types mobile and stationary noise source criteria shall of vehicles traveling through the city. be used to determine the significance of those
Goal PS-6: A comfortable community » Policy PS-6.6: Commercial Noise. Require the impacts.
environment that is free from excessive noise use of noise attenuation measures, including Progress Mobile Noise Sources: screening and buffering techniques, for all new pollution. commercial development expected to produce
Where existing traffic noise levels are within
» Policy PS-6.1: Noise Exposure. Consider excessive noise; in existing cases where the or below the "normally acceptable" noise City's noise standards are exceeded, work with the noise compatibility of existing and criteria at the affected land use (see Table (2025 Annual future development when making land use Code Enforcement to require compliance.
PS-1), a readily perceptible 5 dBA CNEL or
planning decisions. Require development and greater increase in roadway noise will be » Policy PS-6.7: Construction Noise. Require infrastructure projects to be consistent with considered significant; construction activities to reduce noise impacts the land use compatibility standards contained on adiacent uses to the criteria identified in in Tables PS-1, PS-2, PS-3 and PS-4 to ensure Where existing traffic noise levels falls Tables PS-3 and PS-4, or, if the criteria cannot be acceptable noise exposure levels for existing within the "conditionally acceptable" noise met, to the maximum extent feasible complying and future development. criteria at the sensitive land use, a +3 dBA with Chapter 8.40 of the San Jacinto Municipal CNEL or greater increase in roadway noise Code (Noise Control) and use best practices. » Policy PS-6.2: Noise Mitigation. Require new levels will be considered significant; and Construction activities outside of the permitted
development to mitigate excessive noise to
the standards indicated in Tables PS-1, PS-2, Where existing traffic noise levels exceed construction hours identified in the San Jacinto PS-3 and PS-4 to the extent feasible through the "conditionally acceptable" noise criteria Municipal Code may be approved on a case- best practices, including building location at the sensitive land use, a + 1.5 dBA CNEL by-case basis by the Community Development Director. a
and orientation, building design features, or greater increase in roadway noise levels placement of noise-generating equipment away will be considered significant. » Policy PS-6.8: Temporary Special Events. from sensitive receptors, shielding of noise- Temporary special events including, but not generating equipment, placement of noise- Stationary and Non-Transportation Noise Sources: limited to, festivals, concerts, parades, and other tolerant features between noise sources and similar activities may be allowed to exceed the sensitive receptors, and use of noise-minimizing a. A significant impact will occur if the project noise standards established in this General materials. results in an exceedance of the noise level Plan and the standards established by Chapter standards contained in this element, or the 8.40 of the San Jacinto Municipal Code (Noise project will result in an increase in ambient Control) through issuance of a temporary use noise levels by more than 3 dB, whichever permit (see Section 17.640 of the San Jacinto is greater. Municipal Code (Temporary Use Permits).
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Policy PS-6.9: Temporary Emergency Action PS-6c: Require acoustical studies for » Action PS-6g: Require new residential projects Operations and Emergency Equipment all new discretionary projects, including those located adjacent to railroad lines to follow the Jsage. Temporary emergency operations or related to development and transportation, FTA vibration screening distance criteria to emergency equipment usage is exempt from which have the potential to generate noise ensure that residential uses are not exposed to Plan 2040) noise standard criteria set by this element. impacts which exceed the standards identified vibrations exceeding 72 VdB for frequent events in this General Plan. The studies shall include (more than 70 events per day), 75 VdB for Policy PS-6.10: Interjurisdictional Coordination. representative noise measurements, estimates occasional events (30-70 events per day), or 80 Coordinate with neighboring cities to minimize of existing and projected noise levels, and General VdB for infrequent events (less than 30 events
noise conflicts between land uses along the mitigation measures necessary to ensure per day).
City's boundaries. compliance with this element.
» Action PS-6h: Require new development to Report -
Action PS-6a: Review Chapter 8.40 of the » Action PS-6d: Review the locations of proposed minimize vibration impacts to adjacent uses San Jacinto Municipal Code and update as projects with the potential to generate stationary during demolition and construction. Require necessary to ensure that the noise standards noise in relation to sensitive receptors through vibration studies for all new discretionary are consistent with this General Plan, including the discretionary project review process. projects, including those related to development Progress Tables PS-1, PS-2, PS-3, and PS-4 and to require Limit delivery or service hours for stores and and transportation, which have the potential to new residential, mixed-use with a residential businesses with loading areas, docks, or trash generate vibration impacts which exceeds the component, other noise-sensitive bins that front, side, border, or gain access on vibration limits. This includes projects requiring development to be designed to minimize noise driveways next to residential and other noise pile driving and/or construction on properties exposure to noise sensitive uses through sensitive areas. Only approve exceptions if full adjacent to historic structures. For sensitive incorporation of site planning and architectural compliance with the nighttime limits of the historic structures, a vibration limit of 0.08 in/ techniques. The update shall also include noise noise regulations is achieved. sec PPV (peak particle velocity) will be used to standards for residential uses within a mixed- minimize the potential for cosmetic damage use development, which may differ from other » Action PS-6e: Require all construction activity to to the building. A vibration limit of 0.30 in/ adopted residential noise standards. comply with the limits (maximum noise levels, sec PPV will be used to minimize the potential hours and days of allowed activity) established for cosmetic damage at buildings of normal Action PS-6b: Review new development projects in the City noise regulations (Title 24 California conventional construction.
for compliance with the noise requirements Code of Regulations, Noise Ordinance) in order established in this General Plan, including the to reduce impacts associated with temporary » Action PS-6i: During subsequent updates to standards established in Tables PS-1, PS-2, construction noise to the extent feasible. Trucks Section 8.40 of the Muni Code, review and PS-3 and PS-4. Where necessary, require new associated with construction activities shall update Section 8.40.090, Construction Activity development to mitigate excessive noise through follow the designated truck routes described in Noise Regulations, as needed in order to allow best practices, including building location the Mobility Element. provisions for emergency repairs, exceptional J:
and orientation, building design features, circumstances, and reasonable Sunday placement of noise-generating equipment away » Action PS-6f: Actively enforce the standards construction and maintenance activities, while from sensitive receptors, shielding of noise- identified within the City's Noise Ordinance and continuing to achieve the objectives of providing generating equipment, placement of noise- Noise Plan in order to reduce impacts to the a nuisance-free noise environment. tolerant features between noise sources and extent feasible. Update and amend the Noise sensitive receptors, and use of noise-minimizing Ordinance and Plan as appropriate. Provide materials such as rubberized asphalt. a link on the City's website for those to file complaints against activities and uses that may
be violating the Noise Ordinance.
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c TABLE PS-1: LAND USE COMPATIBILITY FOR COMMUNITY NOISE EXPOSURE (DBA, CNEL) Land Use 55 60 65 70 75 80
Residential
Hospitals, Nursing Homes,
Assisted Living
Hotels, Motels, Mixed Use
Churches Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Schools, Libraries, Museums
Sports Arenas, Outdoor
Spectator Sports
Playgrounds, Neighborhood
Parks
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TABLE PS-1: LAND USE COMPATIBILITY FOR COMMUNITY NOISE EXPOSURE (DBA, CNEL) (CONTINUED) Land Use 55 60 65 70 75 80
Golf Courses, Riding Stables,
Water Recreation, Cemetaries
Office Buildings, Businesses, l
Industrial, Manufacturing,
Utilities, Agriculture
Normally Acceptable: Specified land uses is satisfactory based upon the assumption that any buildings involved are of normal conventional construction, without any special noise insulation or requirements.
Conditionally Acceptable: New construction or development should be undertaken only after a detailed analysis of the noise reduction requirements is nade and needed insulation features included in the design. Conventional construction, but with closed windows and fresh air supply systems or air conditioning will normally suffice. Outdoor environment will seem noisy.
Vormally Unacceptable: New construction and development should generally be discouraged. If new construction or development does proceed, a detailed Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) analysis of the noise reduction requirements must be made with needed noise insulation features included in the design. Outdoor areas must be shielded Clearly Unacceptable: New construction and development should generally not be undertaken. Construction costs to make the indoor environment would be prohibitive and the outdoor environment would not be usable.
Source: California Office of Noise Control. Guidelines for the Preparation and Content of Noise Elements of the General Plan. February 2017.
Notes:
1. Where a proposed use is not specifically listed, the use shall comply with the standards for the most similar use as determined by the City.
2. Outdoor activity areas for residential development are considered to be the backyard patios or decks of single-family units and the common areas where people generally congregate for multi-family developments. Where common outdoor activity areas for multi-family developments comply with the outdoor noise level standard, the standard will not be applied at patios or decks of individual units provided noise-reducing measures are incorporated (e.g., orientation of patio/deck, screening of patio with masonry or other noise-attenuating material). Outdoor activity areas for non-residential developments are the common areas where people generally congregate, including pedestrian plazas, seating areas, and outside lunch facilities; not all residential developments include outdoor activity areas.
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Exterior Interior
Residential - single-family, multi-family, duplex 65 dB(A) 45 dB(A) and mobile home
Residential - transient lodging, hotels, motels, 65 dB(A) 45 dB(A)| nursing homes, hospitals, assisted care facilities
Private offices, churches, libraries, theaters, 65 dB(A) 45 dB(A) concert halls, meeting halls, schools
General commercial, office, retail, reception, 65 dB(A) 45 dB(A)| restaurant
Light industrial Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Parks and playgrounds? 65 dB(A)| 50 dB(A)|
Golf courses, outdoor spectator sports 70 dB(A)
2. Note standards do not aply age industral areas.
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TABLE PS-3: ALLOWABLE EXTERIOR/INTERIOR NOISE LEVEL DUE TO STATIONARY NOISE SOURCES' Type of Land Use Allowed Equivalent Noise Level, dBA Allowed Equivalent Noise Level, dBA l 2040) Leq? (Exterior) Leq? (Interior)
7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. to
10:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. (
All single-family residential properties 65 45 45 40
All multifamily residential properties and 65 50 45 40
mobile home parks
All commercial property 65 60 45 40
The residential portion of mixed-use 70 70 45 40
properties
All manufacturing or industrial properties and 70 70 Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan all other uses
Source: City of San Jacinto Municipal Code 8.40.040
Notes:
1. If the ambient noise level exceeds the resulting standard, the ambient noise level shall be the standard.
2. Measurements for compliance are made on the affected property pursuant to Municipal Code Section 8.40.160.
3. It is unlawful for any person at any location within the incorporated area of the city to create noise, or to allow the creation of any noise on property owned, leased, occupied, or otherwise controlled by such person, which noise causes the noise level, when measured at any location on any other property, to exceed either of the following:
a. The noise standard for the applicable zone for any fifteen (15) minute period; b. A maximum instantaneous (single instance) noise level equal to the value of the noise standard plus twenty (20) dBA for any period of time (measured using A-weighted slow response).
4. In the event the ambient noise level exceeds the noise standard, the maximum allowable noise level under such category shall be increased to reflect the maximum ambient noise level.
5. The residential portion of mixed-use properties standard shall apply to that portion of residential property falling within one hundred (100) feet of a commercial property or use if the noise originates from that commercial property or use.
6. If the measurement location is on a boundary between two different types of land uses, the lower noise level standard applicable to types of land uses shall apply.
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Chapter Five: Public Safety | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Climate Change and Resiliency Planning Goal PS-7: A resilient, sustainable, and equitable » Policy PS-7.6: Programs. Implement necessary community where risks to life, property, the actions and programs to improve drought The impacts of climate change pose an increasing economy, and the environment resulting from preparation and response for the most 2040) and growing challenge to the safety and well-being climate change, including extreme weather vulnerable community members. of the residents of San Jacinto. California will events, are minimized. » Policy PS-7.7: Cooling Centers. Designate PI
continue to experience effects of climate change
public buildings, specific private buildings,
in different ways, including increased likelihood » Policy PS-7.1: Community Preparedness. or institutions with air conditioning as public eneral of drought, heat waves, severe weather, flooding, Promote a well-prepared City that can effectively cooling shelters; extend hours at air-conditioned and wildfires. In addition to climate change overcome natural disasters and scarcity of sites during periods of extreme heat or power resources due to climate change.
planning becoming necessary on its own merits, outage (if the site is supported by a backup Report
Senate Bill 379 requires San Jacinto to update the » Policy PS-7.2: Collaboration. Collaborate with generator).
Public Safety Element to address adaptation and local, regional, state and/or federal jurisdictions Policy PS-7.8: Storms. Provide access to flood
resilience strategies applicable to the City. and agencies on climate resiliency and protection resources and services (signage, Progress
adaptation strategies
sandbags, etc.) as feasible at designated public
San Jacinto's General Plan provides strategies to facilities during and after extreme weather » Policy PS-7.3: Ecological Recovery. Coordinate
reduce human-caused greenhouse gas emissions with federal, state, and local agencies to events. and enhance carbon storage, or sequestration, as establish ecological recovery programs. » Policy PS-7.9: Special Assistance. Address
a local response to mitigate global climate change the needs of individuals with limited mobility or and comply with state and federal legislation. Policy PS-7.4: Air Pollution. Work with responsible federal, state, and county agencies limited access to transportation for access to safe and comfortable shelter during extreme
to decrease air pollution emissions occurring
within the air basin to reduce the risk posed by heat events or other severe weather events. air pollution. » Policy PS-7.10: Leadership. Demonstrate Policy PS-7.5: Energy Supply. Promote plans leadership in local climate planning efforts and programs that increase sustainable energy through a range of tangible actions and policies at the municipal operations level.
sources.
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» Policy PS-7.11: Greenhouse Gas Reductions. » Action PS-7a: Provide information and resources Reduce communitywide greenhouse gas to the public and businesses regarding steps emissions locally by actively supporting regional the City is taking to address the issue of climate efforts to reduce greenhouse gases throughout change.
the county.
» Action PS-7b: Expand the use of energy-efficient
» Policy PS-7.12: Extreme Heat Vulnerabilities. lighting, such as LEDs, for City-owned light Require that new developments, major facilities.
remodels, and redevelopments address urban
heat island issues and reduce urban heat » Action PS-7c: Consider purchasing only electric island effects for the proposed project site and or alternative-energy vehicles for the City vehicle adjacent properties. fleet, as appropriate, based on the intended use of the vehicle.
» Policy PS-7.13: Urban Forestry Plan. Minimize
damage associated with wind-related hazards » Action PS-7d: Evaluate the feasibility for and address climate change and urban heat government-constructed and/or-operated new island effects through the development of an development to exceed the CalGreen Tier 1, or urban forestry plan and proper landscaping successor program, standards. planting and management techniques. » Action PS-7e: Promote the use of sustainable » Policy PS-7.14: Ongoing Monitoring. Monitor and carbon-neutral eneray sources in new climate change-related effects with local, development. regional, state, and/or federal partners to Action PS-7f: Explore using renewable energy Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) provide information of effectiveness of existing
infrastructure and programs. and clean generation technologies such as solar, wind, biogas, or fuel cells to power City
facilities where appropriate.
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As San Jacinto looks to the future, State law requires the City to consider climate impacts facing California as well as methods to adapt and increase resiliency to climate change effects. As a result of climate change, San Jacinto may experience more intense and frequent heat waves, drought, and wildfires, and more severe storms and extreme weather events.
Emissions scenarios used in the General Plan and Environmental Impact Report are the same as those used by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's Fifth Assessment Report and are called Representative Concentration Pathways, or RCPs. There are four RCPs: 2.6, 4.5, 6.0, and
8.5. Each represents a set of possible underlying socioeconomic conditions, policy options, and technological considerations, spanning from a low-end scenario that requires significant emissions reductions resulting in zero global emissions by 2080 (RCP 2.5) to a high-end, "business-as-usual," fossil-fuel- intensive emissions scenario (RCP 8.5). The low-end scenario is most closely Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) aligned with California's ambitious greenhouse gas reduction targets and the aspirational goals of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 2015 Paris Agreement. Thus far, global emissions continue to follow the business-as-usual trajectory.
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5.1.0 Chapter Six
RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT
San Jacinto is home to a number of special
resources that require attention and
management as the City continues to grow.
Element Organization These resources can be natural (for example, The Resource Management Element will address each of the topics below as biological resources or water resources) or they relate to San Jacinto. The goals and policies of this element are organized man-made (such as parks, infrastructure around the following topics: systems, or community facilities). Together, Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) the City's resources form an important part
• Natural Resources
of the City's unique character and quality of
• Water Resources life. It is important to understand, document, and appreciate these resources so that these
• Heritage Resources valuable pieces of the community can be preserved, protected, and enhanced for future
• Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
generations.
• Energy and Mineral Resources
• Public Safety Resources
• Parks and Recreational Resources
• Educational Resources
• Infrastructure Planning
• Solid Waste Management and Recycling
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Natural Resources Goal RM-1: A community that conserves and » Action RM-1a: Work with public and private protects its natural resources. agencies to explore the joint venture use and Situated along the foothills of the San Jacinto management of open space areas.
Mountains, the City is home to remarkable Policy RM-1.1: Balanced Open Space System.
Support a balanced and integrated open space » Action RM-1b: Coordinate with public and private natural resources such as the San Jacinto General Plan 2040) system that reflects a variety of considerations, organizations to provide revenue generating River, extensive open space areas, natural including resource conservation, recreation, open space uses such as golf courses and landforms and viewscapes, and biological aesthetics, and community identity. environmental banking sites as a way to produce resources. In a region that is expected to revenue to protect open space and natural continue accommodating new development » Policy RM-1.2: Scenic Resources. Encourage the resources. Work with local and regional partners preservation of San Jacinto's scenic resources, to advertise potential revenue-generating open over time, special consideration must be given including mature trees, rock outcroppings, space opportunities in San Jacinto. Identify
to maintaining the natural resources that hillsides, ridgelines, and other prominent natural potential sites for revenue-generating open make San Jacinto such a special place to live, landforms, to the extent practical. space uses on the City's website. work, and visit. The General Plan recognizes Progress
the importance of protecting and enhancing Policy RM-1.3: Biological Resource Protection. » Action RM-1c: Work closely with the U.S.
Preserve and enhance biological communities Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), U.S. Fish natural resources to meet the needs of the that contribute to the region's biodiversity, with and Wildlife Service (FWS), and the California City's residents for years to come. a special focus on sensitive, rare, or endangered Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) during plant and wildlife species in accordance with the discretionary project permitting and CEQA state and federal resource agency requirements. review of any project that may result in the alteration of a stream bed, involve the removal
Policy RM-1.4: Regional Cooperation. Recognize of vegetation in wetland and riparian habitats, areas of overlapping jurisdiction with respect to disturb Waters of the United States or otherwise open space and biological resources, such as impact sensitive biological resources. the County of Riverside Multiple Species Habitat
Conservation Plan (MSHCP), and coordinate the
City's actions with efforts of surrounding cities,
agencies, and Riverside County to protect and
maximize regional open space.
Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual » Policy RM-1.5: Hillside Development. Require
the orderly development of hillside areas
through compliance with the City's Hillside
Development Ordinance.
Policy RM-1.6: Native Vegetation. Conserve
existing native vegetation where possible and
integrate regionally native plant species into
development and infrastructure projects where
appropriate.
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Action RM-1d: Cooperate with the County of » Action RM-1h: Identify local scenic routes and » Action RM-1j: Where feasible, vegetation and Riverside to develop and manage preserve areas vistas and explore developing guidelines for tree removal should occur outside of the bird within the urban landscape. During the review development visible from these scenic routes to nesting season (February 1 to August 31). If of development proposals, use the Western minimize impacts to scenic vistas. not feasible, the project applicant shall retain Plan 2040) Riverside County MSHCP Habitat Conservation a qualified biologist to conduct a nesting bird Plan (particularly Section 3.2.13 San Jacinto » Action RM-1i: During the development review survey no more than three days prior to the Valley Area Plan) to help assess potential process, require Applicants of developments commencement of construction activities. The project impacts and mitigation requirements. with the potential to reduce or eliminate biologist conducting the clearance survey shall General Development in the City shall be required to habitat for native plant and wildlife species or document the negative results if no active bird comply with the applicable terms of the MSHCP sensitive habitats not covered by the MSHCP, nests are observed on the project site or within including, but not limited to, the payment of as determined by the City of San Jacinto's the vicinity during the clearance survey with a mitigation fees, narrow endemic surveys, Community Development Department, brief letter report, submitted to the City of San riparian/riverine policy, and other applicable prepare a site-specific general biological Jacinto Community Development Department S
surveys. Projects located within criteria cell resources survey to identify the presence of prior to construction, indicating that no gres areas shall be reviewed through the MSHCP any sensitive biological resources, including any impacts to active bird nests would occur before Joint Project Review as appropriate. sensitive plant or wildlife species. The report construction can proceed. If an active avian shall identify the need for focused presence/ nest is discovered during the pre-construction » Action RM-1e: For Hillside Development Projects, absence surveys and identify the presence clearance survey, construction activities shall implement the City's Hillside Development of state or federal regulated wetlands or stay outside a 300-foot buffer around the active Standards to retain the significant hillsides and waters. Required surveys shall be conducted nest. For listed and raptor species, this buffer ridgelines on San Jacinto's eastern and western by qualified biologists and/or botanists in shall be 500 feet. A biological monitor shall borders as Open Space, allowing areas of non- accordance with California Department of Fish be present to delineate the boundaries of the intensive development on the more gently and Wildlife (CDFW) and/or United States Fish buffer area and to monitor the active nest to sloped areas at the base of the eastern and and Wildlife Services (USFWS) survey protocols ensure the nesting behavior is not adversely western hillsides. for target species. If no sensitive species are affected by construction activity, pursuant to observed during the field survey then no further the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). Prior to Action RM-1f: During the development review mitigation will be required. If sensitive species the commencement of construction activities process, ensure proper geotechnical and soil or habitats, including wetlands are documented and the issuance of any permits, results of the management techniques are implemented. on the project site, the project applicant shall pre-construction survey and any subsequent
To enforce this, the City Engineer or Director comply with the applicable requirements of the may request the completion of a survey of soil monitoring shall be provided to the City of San regulatory agencies and shall apply mitigation Jacinto Community Development Department, and geologic conditions by a State licensed determined through the agency permitting California Department of Fish and Wildlife Engineering Geologist and Civil Engineer, where process. (CDFW), and other appropriate agencies. appropriate. When potential geologic impacts Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan :
are identified, require project applicants to
mitigate the impacts per the recommendations
contained within the survey.
» Action RM-1g: Where feasible, incorporate open
space and passive recreational uses into areas
identified to have sianificant hazards related
to flooding, geologic conditions, and seismic
events.
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Goal RM-2: A community that protects and » Action RM-2a: To reduce soil erosion and conserves limited water resources. pollutants in urban runoff, require new development and redevelopmentprojects control
Policy RM-2.1: Regional Cooperation. Cooperate stormwater runoff through implementation with federal, State, and county governments, of Best Management Practices (BMPs) to and other agencies on the maintenance and prevent any deterioration of water quality improvement of the quality and quantity of local that would impair subsequent or competing and regional groundwater resources. uses of the water. Existing development shall General control stormwater runoff so as to prevent any
Policy RM-2.2: Groundwater Management. deterioration of water quality that would impair Protect aquifers within the Basin and encourage subsequent or competing uses of the water. As groundwater recharge. specific development projects are implemented, project proponents will be required to consult S
with relevant agencies such as the U.S. Army gres
water conservation strategies using multiple Corps of Engineers (ACOE), Regional Water innovative strategies and contemporary best Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and the Pro practices. California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG).
Also, ensure that projects of one acre or more
- » Policy RM-2.4: Natural Conditions. Encourage complete a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Water Resources development that avoids impacts to watershed Plan (SWPPP) pursuant to California Regional areas, wetlands, natural drainage channels, Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) Santa (2025 Water is an indispensable resource that is riparian areas, and creeks, retaining these Ana Region - Order No. 00-65 and the City's integral to San Jacinto's prosperity and growth. resources in their natural condition if feasible. MS4 permit (order no. R8-2002-0011 (NPDES 2040 The City recognizes its role as steward to a No. CAS 618033). » Policy RM-2.5: Stormwater. Work cooperatively
number of important water resources in the with local water agencies to effectively and » Action RM-2b: Cooperate with the Regional region, including the San Jacinto River and San efficiently manage stormwater runoff as part Water Quality Control Board to develop a plan to General Plan Jacinto Groundwater Basin. The City embraces of the City's multipronged water conservation assist agricultural operations to reduce nitrate an integrated water management approach in and sediment input to surface waters. Such a plan will enhance water quality and benefit
order to preserve these precious resources for » Policy RM-2.6: Septic Systems. Discourage aquatic plants and wildlife within the planning Jacinto years to come. the use of septic systems to reduce potential area as well as downstream. negative impacts to groundwater.
» Action RM-2c: In cooperation with the state, San
» Policy RM-2.7: Reclaimed Water. Promote regional, and local water agencies and suppliers, the expanded use of reclaimed water, where participate in programs that seek to expand feasible. the availability and use of recycled water for Envision irrigation where feasible and legally permitted.
Specifically, support the expansion of the use
of recycled water for urban and agricultural
irrigation. Cooperate with these agencies to Attachment:
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of recycled water in development projects.
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» Action RM-2d: Work with the water districts Action RM-2e: Through the development review » Action RM-2g: During the development review and private developers to encourage water process, require that sufficient water supply process, the City shall allow new septic systems conservation in the following ways: and water infrastructure capacity is available to only for low density projects if they have met the serve the development prior to approval of the RWQCB's minimum lot size requirement of one- • Implementing aquifer and groundwater project, pursuant to Water Code Section 10910 half acre per subsurface disposal system and recharge programs and Government Code Section 66473.7. where sewer connection is infeasible. • Participating in water conservation Action RM-2f: Whenever feasible, incorporate » Action RM-2h: Continue to encourage the programs operated by the local and regional improved open space and preservation areas conversion from existing septic systems to water districts and quasi-active recreation facilities in areas sewer by limiting the replacement or expansion/ used for ground water recharge and/or drainage repair of existing septic systems as feasible. • Establishing water conservation education detention.
programs
• Requiring the use of drought resistant plant
species in landscaping for public and private
areas, including parks and recreational
facilities, in accordance with the Water
Efficient Landscaping requirements.
• Expanding the production and use of
reclaimed water
• Requiring the incorporation of water Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) conservation devices, including low flush
toilets, flow restriction devices, and water
conserving appliances in both new public
and private development projects and
rehabilitation projects.
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Heritage Resources Goal RM-3: A community that celebrates and » Action RM-3a: Continue to assess development preserves its rich culture and historic assets. proposals for potential impacts to sensitive San Jacinto has a rich history dating back to the historic, archaeological, and paleontological area's first inhabitants more than 10,000 years Policy RM-3.1: Preservation. Protect areas resources pursuant the California ago. The City's paleontological, archeological, containing significant historic, archaeological, Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). paleontological and tribal cultural resources, General Plan 2040) historical, and tribal cultural resources help as defined by the California Public Resources » Action RM-3b: For structures that potentially define the community and offer opportunities Code. have historic significance, the City shall require for cultural, educational, and community that a study be conducted by a professional enrichment. The City encourages the protection » Policy RM-3.2: Cultural Reminders. Seek to archaeologist or historian to determine the incorporate reminders of San Jacinto's culture actual significance of the structure and and enhancement of these resources for
in the built and natural environment through potential impacts of the proposed development generations to come. adaptive reuse, signage, markers, and other in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section reminders of San Jacinto's heritage. 15064.5. The City may require modification of the project and/or mitigation measures to
Policy RM-3.3: Public Education. Educate and avoid any impact to a historic structure, when actively involve the public in preserving cultural
feasible, such as retaining or rehabilitating
assets, including techniques, incentives, and historic buildings pursuant to City of San Jacinto legal requirements for preservation. guidelines or relocating the historic building as Policy RM-3.4: Tribal Consultation. Consult with feasible.
Native American tribes whose tribal cultural » Action RM-3c: For all development proposals resources may be impacted by proposed within areas with the potential to contain development, as necessary, and in accordance prehistoric/historic resources, the City shall with state, local, and tribal intergovernmental require a study to be conducted by a professional consultation requirements, in an effort
archaeologist. The objective of the study will
to mitigate or avoid significant effects to be to determine if significant archaeological resource(s). resources are potentially present and if the project will significantly impact these resources. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Policy RM-3.5: Public Art. Promote the use
of public art that celebrates the diverse and If significant impacts are identified, the City culturally rich history of San Jacinto at key may require the project to be modified to avoid gateways, major projects, and public gathering the impacts, or require mitigation measures to mitigate the impacts. Mitigation may involve
places.
archaeological investigation and resources
Policy RM-3.6: Historic Preservation. Identify, recovery designate, and protect buildings, districts,
eligible properties and sites of historic
importance within San Jacinto.
Policy RM-3.7: Funding. Identify funding
programs to assist private property owners in
the preservation of historic resources.
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Action RM-3d: For projects that involve ground to avoid disturbing the resource if the historic » Action RM-3j: Prior to designating open space, disturbing activities on native soil, prior to the archeological resource is determined to be the City shall consult with tribes if the affected issuance of a grading permit, the developer shall unique. land contains a cultural place and if the 2040) enter a Treatment and Disposition Agreement affected tribe has requested public notice under (TDA) with the Soboba Band of Luiseño » Action RM-3g: In the event of discovery or Government Code section 65092. lan Indians to address treatment and disposition recognition of any human remains in any of archaeological/cultural resources and location other than a dedicated cemetery, the » Action RM-3k: Promote public awareness General Pl human remains associated with Soboba Band City shall halt excavation or disturbance of the and encourage tourism in the City by actively of Luiseño Indians that may be uncovered or site or any nearby area reasonably suspected identifying and enhancing the community's otherwise discovered during construction of to overlie adjacent human remains until the historic resources through the location of the project. The TDA may establish provisions County Coroner has been informed and has historic landmark plaques and a Historic Tour determined that no investigation of the cause of Guide. Promote tours of these sites on the City's Report for tribal monitors. Following execution of the
TDA by the developer and Soboba Band of death is required. If the remains are of Native and other organization's websites.
Luiseño Indians, the TDA will be incorporated by American origin, there shall be no further excavation or disturbance of the site or any support the reference into the grading permit. improvement and enhancement of the Estudillo nearby area reasonably suspected to overlie Annual Progress » Action RM-3e: The City shall require adjacent human remains until the descendants Mansion and expand opportunities for public an assessment of the potential for from the deceased Native Americans have access and use of the historic treasure. development proposals to significantly made a recommendation to the landowner or impact paleontological resources pursuant » Action RM-3m: Develop and implement the persons responsible for the excavation and historical architectural
to the California Environmental Quality Act work, regarding appropriate means of treating (2025 Guidelines. If the project involves earthworks, preservation guidelines for development and the ancestral remains, with appropriate dignity, redevelopment in the Downtown Village area the City may require a study conducted by a including the human remains and any associated professional paleontologist to determine if grave goods as provided in Public Resources of the community. Use housing and façade paleontological assets are present, and if the Code section 5097.98, or the Native American rehabilitation programs to support development project will significantly impact the resources. and redevelopment activities that preserve and Heritage Commission was unable to identify a complement historic structures and resources If significant impacts are identified the City descendant or the descendant failed to make in the downtown.
may require the project to be modified to avoid a recommendation within 24 hours after being impacting the paleontological materials, require granted access to the site. Action RM-3n: Develop and implement programs monitoring of rock units with high potential to and/or incentives to private property owners contain significant nonrenewable paleontologic Action RM-3h: Priorto the adoption or substantial amendment of a general plan or specific plan, to help preserve, restore, or reuse historic resources, or require mitigation measures to structures while enhancing their historical mitigate the impacts, such as recovering the the City shall refer the proposed action to those significance and integrity. paleontological resources for preservation. tribes that are on the NAHC contact list and Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan have traditional lands located within the City's » Action RM-30: Conduct a historic properties » Action RM-3f: The City shall make provisions jurisdiction for a 45 day comment period. inventory that takes into consideration buildings, for historic archeological resources accidentally neighborhoods, and other features of historic, discovered during construction for projects » Action RM-3i: Prior to the adoption or substantial architectural, or cultural significance. where the City has approval authority over amendment of a general plan or specific plan, the project. These provisions shall include the City shall refer the proposed action to those an immediate evaluation of the find and tribes that are on the NAHC contact list and contingency funding and time allotment have traditional lands located within the City's sufficient to allow for the recovery of the historic jurisdiction for a 45 day comment period. archeological resource or implement measures
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Policy RM-4.3: GHG Emissions. Align the City's » Policy RM-4.10: GHG Reduction. Consider and Emissions local GHG reduction targets with the statewide adopt new local policies and programs that GHG reduction targets of Assembly Bill 32, will help to provide energy efficient alternatives Improved air quality within the City will improve and align the City's GHG reduction goal with to fossil fuel use and reduce consumption in the quality of life of residents, workers, and the statewide GHG reduction goal of Executive order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions General Plan 2040) Order S-03-05. consistent with the local measures identified visitors. Air quality is especially important due
in the Western Riverside County Subregional
to the City's location in the South Coast Air Policy RM-4.4: Transportation Options. Climate Action Plan for San Jacinto.
Basin (SCAB), which does not presently meet Promote alternative modes of transportation state and federal air quality standards. Regional to reduce vehicular emissions and improve air » Policy RM-4.11: Carbon Reduction. Expand the cooperation among all agencies in the basin is quality. (See Mobility Element) number of parks and trees in San Jacinto to provide a larger carbon sink or area containing
necessary to achieve desired improvements » Policy RM-4.5: Walkability. natural sources that retain more carbon than
to air quality. San Jacinto can participate and pedestrian-scale development and pedestrian- what those sources emit. contribute its share by reducing local emissions friendly design features to reduce vehicle through proper planning for land use and emissions. (See Mobility Element) » Policy RM-4.12: Public Engagement. Promote transportation. regional air quality programs in order to inform Policy RM-4.6: Sustainable Development. the public on regional air quality concerns and Encourage and incentivize higher density and encourage the engagement of all San Jacinto Goal RM-4: Improved air quality in San Jacinto mixed-use development opportunities within residents in future planning decisions related to designated areas of the City to lessen the air quality. and the region through reductions in air impacts of traffic congestion on local air quality. pollutants and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. (See Land Use Element) » Policy RM-4.1: Regional Cooperation. Policy RM-4.7: Sensitive Receptors. Insulate Support regional efforts, including those sensitive receptors from areas of heightened air organized through the South Coast Air Quality quality pollution, by utilizing land use planning to Management District (SCAQMD), the Southern buffer and protect residential areas.
California Association of Governments (SCAG), Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress the Western Riverside Council of Governments » Policy RM-4.8: Mitigation. Require the (WRCOG), and the California Air Resource Board implementation of relevant mitigation measures (CARB) to implement the regional Air Quality for all future development upon identification of Management Plan. potential air quality impacts.
Policy RM-4.2: Measurement and Enforcement. » Policy RM-4.9: Local Reduction Targets. The Coordinate with the California Air Resources City of San Jacinto establishes the following per Board (CARB) and South Coast Air Quality capita GHG reduction targets, in order to meet Management District to support their ability to the requirements established by the state under properly measure air quality at emission sources AB 32 and SB 32, consistent with the CARB's and enforce the standards of the Clean Air Act. 2017 Scoping Plan:
• 1.83 MTCO2e per service population (SP)
by 2030; and
• 0.62 MTCO2e per service population (SP)
by 2050.
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» Action RM-4a: Implement the local GHG » Action RM-4d: Work with the South Coast » Action RM-4j: Encourage community car-sharing reduction measures identified in the Western Air Quality Management District, Southern and carpooling.
Riverside Council of Government's Subregional California Association of Governments, the Climate Action Plan (CAP) for San Jacinto, Western Riverside Council of Governments, and » Action RM-4k: Support the establishment and participate in future updates of the CAP, and on the California Air Resource Board to implement expansion of a regional network of electric vehicle charging stations and encourage the General Plan 2040) an annual basis, record the status of each local programs aimed at improving regional air measure and submit the result to WRCOG using quality. expanded use of electric vehicles. the WRCOG Climate Action Plan Tracking Tool. Action RM-4I: Establish and adopt standards » Action RM-4e: Continue to review development
Action RM-4b: As applicable, review new projects to ensure that all new public and private and requirements for electric vehicle parking, industrial and commercial development development complies with the California Code including minimum requirements for the OI projects during the CEQA process for potential of Regulations (CCR), Title 24 standards as well installation of electric vehicle charging stations Rep air quality impacts to residences and other as the energy efficiency standards established in new multi-family residential and commercial, sensitive receptors. Ensure that mitigation by the San Jacinto Municipal Code. office, and light industrial development. measures and best management practices are » Action RM-4m: Adopt a Green Building Program implemented to reduce significant emissions of » Action RM-4f: Monitor GHG emissions generated by the community over time for consistency to promote the reduction of urban heat islands criteria pollutants.
with the established GHG reduction targets, through vegetation management and cool » Action RM-4C: Review development, and strive to update the City's community GHG surfaces. Encourage multi-family residential infrastructure, and planning projects for Inventory every five years. In the event that the and non-residential development to increase consistency with SCAQMD requirements City determines that ongoing efforts to reduce the use of higher-albedo materials for surfaces during the CEQA review process. Require GHG emissions are not on track to meet the including roofs, parking areas, driveways, roads, project applicants to prepare air quality City's adopted GHG reduction targets, the City and sidewalks. Encourage developments with analyses to address SCAQMD and General Plan shall establish and adopt new and/or revised parking lot areas to shade these areas with requirements, as appropriate, which include GHG reductions measures that will effectively vegetation or solar panels when appropriate. analysis and identification of: meet the established GHG reduction targets. Support various programs to plant and maintain trees, which can also contribute to a reduction
• Air pollutant emissions associated with » Action RM-4g: Provide the necessary facilities of urban heat islands. the project during construction, project and infrastructure to facilitate the use of City- Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress operation, and cumulative conditions. owned low or zero-emission vehicles such as electric vehicle charging facilities at key City
• Potential exposure of sensitive receptors to facilities as operations necessitate and/or as toxic air contaminants. funding becomes available.
• Significant air quality impacts associated » Action RM-4h: Evaluate and consider multi- with the project for construction, project modal transportation benefits to all City operation, and cumulative conditions. employees, such as free or low-cost monthly public transportation (bus) passes. Encourage
• Mitigation measures to reduce significant
impacts to less than significant or the employer participation in similar programs. maximum extent feasible where impacts Encourage new transit/shuttle services and use. cannot be mitigated to less than significant. » Action RM-4i: Evaluate and consider the feasibility of allowing private bicycle rental
companies to operate in San Jacinto.
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Action RM-4n: Future development projects will Action RM-40: Future development projects will be required to demonstrate consistency with be required to demonstrate consistency with SCAOMD construction emission thresholds. SCAQMD's operational emission thresholds. For Where emissions from individual projects projects where operational emissions exceed exceed SCAQMD thresholds, the following regulatory thresholds, the following measures actions should be incorporated as necessary may be used to reduce impacts. Note the to minimize impacts. These measures do not following measures are not all inclusive and exclude the use of other, equally effective developers have the option to add or substitute mitigation measures as determined by a project measures that are equally or more appropriate specific Air Quality Assessment. for the scope of the project. • Require all off-road diesel equipment • Develop a project specific TDM program for greater than 50 horsepower (hp) used for residents and/or employees that provides this Project to meet USEPA Tier 4 final off- opportunities for carpool/vanpools. road emission standards or equivalent.
Such equipment shall be outfitted with Provide onsite solar/renewable energy in Best Available Control Technology (BACT) excess of regulatory requirements. devices including a California Air Resources
Board Certified Level 3 Diesel Particulate • Require that owners/tenants of non- Filter (DPF) or equivalent. The DPF reduces residential or multi-family residential diesel particulate matter and NOx emissions developments use architectural coatings that are 10 grams per liter or less when
during construction activities. repainting/repairing properties.
Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) • Require a minimum of 50 percent of • Require dripless irrigation and irrigation construction debris be diverted for recycling. sensor units that prevent watering during • Require building materials to contain a rain storms.
minimum 10 percent recycled content.
• Ensure all parking areas are wired for
Require materials such as paints, primers, capability of future EV charging and include sealants, coatings, and glues to have a low EV charging stations that exceed regulatory volatile organic compound concentration requirements.
compared to conventional products.
If low VOC materials are not available,
architectural coating phasing should be
extended sufficiently to reduce the daily
emissions of VOCs.
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Energy and Mineral Resources Policy RM-5.7: Business Community. Support » Action RM-5a: Continue to implement the City's the decisions of the San Jacinto business Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program; Future development within the City will result community as they select and implement the evaluate the effectiveness of the program every in increased energy demands for the operation nost appropriate, financially feasible, and five years to identify programmatic changes of businesses, homes, and transportation responsible energy source for their individual necessary to continue meeting the City's General Plan 2040) objectives.
facilities. To reduce greenhouse
emissions, pollutants, and ensure that there Policy RM-5.8: Public Education. Promote » Action RM-5b: Implement energy conservation are adequate energy and mineral resources public education programs that advocate for measures in public buildings through the for future generations, safe management and reducing energy consumption, and promote following actions:
conservation methods need to be implemented. renewable sources of energy. • Promote energy efficient buildings and site
Policy RM-5.9: Promote Energy Conservation design for all new public buildings during Goal RM-5: A community that safely manages its in Existing Building Stock. Promote energy the site development permit process; and conservation by residents and businesses in
energy and mineral resources. Install energy saving devices in new existing structures, in close coordination with
other agencies and local energy providers, public buildings and retrofit existing public » Policy RM-5.1: San Jacinto Power. Continue to buildings. make clean, modern, and cost-effective energy including the SCAQMD and Southern California (2025 Annual Progress options available to individuals who live and Edison.
» Action RM-5c: During the development review
work in San Jacinto. process, encourage innovative building design, Policy RM-5.10: Mineral Resources. Ensure that
any future mining activities be in compliance layout, and orientation techniques to minimize Policy RM-5.2: Compliance with State
Legislation. Comply with all state requirements with the State Mining Reclamation Act, federal energy use by taking advantage of sun/shade regarding the generation of power and and state environmental regulations, and local patterns, prevailing winds, landscaping and ordinances. building materials that control energy usage, encourage energy providers to investigate
and solar design.
the use or expansion of renewable sources of
energy. » Action RM-5d: Promote retrofit programs by the » Policy RM-5.3: Renewable Energy. Promote City to reduce energy usage and consequently the development and use of renewable energy reduce emissions from energy consumption. resources to reduce dependency on fossil fuels. Encourage utility companies to provide informational literature about available retrofit
» Policy RM-5.4: Energy-Efficient Materials. programs at public facilities such as City Hall, Promote the use of energy-efficient materials, the Community Center, and libraries. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 equipment, and design in public and private
Action RM-5e: Continue to review development
facilities and infrastructure.
projects to ensure that all new public and private
» Policy RM-5.5: Energy Conservation. Promote development complies with the California Code energy conservation and recycling by the public of Regulations, Title 24 standards as well as the and private sectors. energy efficiency standards established by the General Plan and the Municipal Code.
» Policy RM-5.6: Energy Needs. Collaborate
with local service providers in determining and
meeting the needs of the community for energy
in clean, modern, and cost-effective ways.
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c » Action RM-5f: Promote the CEC Building Energy Public Safety Resources Goal RM-6: A community that safeguards Benchmarking Program (AB 802) on the City's persons and property through the provision of website to help benchmark and monitor energy Personal safety is essential to the wellbeing high-quality public safety services and crime use for participating businesses seeking to of San Jacinto's residents. The City contracts prevention measures. increase energy efficiency and realize cost with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department General Plan 2040) savings. (RCSD) for its police services and the Riverside Policy RM-6.1: Provision of Police and Fire Services. Encourage the Riverside County
» Action RM-5g: Encourage new development County Fire Department (RCFD) for its fire Sheriff's Department and the Riverside County
projects to install electrified space (HVAC) and protection and emergency services. The City Fire Department to maintain adequate staff and water heating systems in lieu of natural gas must be involved in close coordination with equipment to provide efficient, high quality, and systems, above and beyond the requirements RCSD and RCFD to ensure appropriate levels responsive public safety services to the San Report - of Title 24, before and during the building plan Jacinto community. check process. of service are provided in the community, proper physical planning of new development Policy RM-6.2: Department Consultation. » Action RM-5h: During the development review is implemented in a way to protect public Promote coordination between the City of San process, require that all new developments health and safety, and a high level of public Jacinto and public safety services during the adjacent to or near natural gas lines, coordinate involvement in crime and fire prevention. review of new development applications to with So Cal Gas to install and connect to the (2025 Annual Progress ensure that adequate attention is being paid to
lines, as feasible. fire and safety concerns during the design and Action RM-5i: Advertise the San Jacinto Power planning of a project.
PureGreen program and encourage San Jacinto Policy RM-6.3: Site Design. Recognize the Power customers to enroll in the program and role of design features in new development opt-up to 100 percent renewable energy content. to reduce potential for crime and implement best practices into existing plans and new
Action RM-5j: Encourage Southern California
development strategies. General Plan 2040
Edison (SCE) customers to participate in SCE's
100% Green tier. » Policy RM-6.4: School Safety. Collaborate with San Jacinto schools to support the community's
youth through high quality after-school/summer
programs, psychological counseling, and
education about online safety.
» Policy RM-6.5: Crime Prevention. Promote and
support community-based crime prevention
programs, such as community policing, public
education, youth crime prevention, and outreach
programs, as an important tool to the provision
of professional police services.
Attachment: Envision
» Policy RM-6.6: Public Safety Hot Spots.
Prioritize enforcement activities to minimize
safety hot spots. Work with code enforcement
to support the timely resolution of cases to
ensure compliance with City codes.
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Action RM-ba: Adopt and maintain level of » Action RM-6d: During the development review » Action RM-6f: In cooperation with the Riverside service (e.g., response times, call handling) and process, require design features that reduce the County Fire Department, adopt and maintain staffing standards as well as a developer fee potential for crime. New projects should: level of service (e.g., response times, call program for the Police Department. Review the handling) and staffing standards, as well as level of services and funding levels at budget • Provide well-lighted and visible streets a developer fee program for fire services. and street names, building entrances and Review the level of services and funding levels General Plan 2040) time, adjusting when necessary to ensure
that adequate levels of service and facilities addresses, common areas, and parking at budget time, adjusting when necessary to are provided and maintained based on short- facilities. ensure that adequate levels of service and term and long-term growth projections. Future • Limit access into and between buildings facilities are provided and maintained. Future developers will contribute funds for police to reduce escape routes and to make developers will contribute funds for fire services services through the adopted developer fees. through the adopted developer fees. During the undetected entry difficult.
budget and CIP process, reserve future sites
» Action RM-6b: Continue to work with the school through purchase, eminent domain, dedication, districts to provide School Resource Officers • Provide landscaping that permits the natural surveillance of open areas and entryways, donation, or a combination of these procedures. (SROs) to assist the school districts with safety and avoids creating places for concealment. and security concerns. Review the success
of the program and funding/staffing levels on • Be designed to permit emergency vehicle an annual basis, adjusting when necessary access to all sides of buildings located to ensure that adequate levels of service are in multi-family and non-residential provided and maintained. developments.
Action RM-6c: In cooperation with the school • Be designed to allow for defensible space. districts, police and fire departments, and local,
state, and federal emergency management » Action RM-бe: Work with the Riverside agencies, implement an Emergency Operation County Sheriff's Department to promote the Center (EOC) to respond to and manage establishment and operation of Neighborhood disasters. Provide annual training for City Watch programs throughout the City. Consider staff in emergency management so that when assigning a police officer or volunteer patrol Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progres:
they are called into action, they will be able to person to each Neighborhood Watch group distribute information and resources to the for assistance in launching and maintaining a public effectively. successful program.
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Parks and Recreational Resources Goal RM-7: An integrated system of parks, » Policy RM-7.7: Accessible Facilities. Require recreational, and open space facilities that meet that new park facility construction and existing Parks, recreational, and open space facilities the community's needs and preferences. facility retrofits meet accessibility standards provide innumerable benefits that enrich defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act a community. San Jacinto is home to a » Policy RM-7.1: Regional Cooperation. (ADA) and playground safety requirements General Plan 2040) Collaborate with the Valley-Wide Recreation and (Senate Bill 2733). diverse system of parks, trails, open space,
Park District and other organizations to provide
and recreational facilities. The City strives to parks, recreational, and open space facilities » Policy RM-7.8: Joint Use Facilities. Collaborate provide well-planned, welcoming, and safe that meet the needs and preferences of all with school districts and other agencies to opportunities for recreation to all members of segments of the community. develop cooperative programs where the joint use of facilities would lead to enhanced and Report -
the community.
Policy RM-7.2: Service Area. Locate and nore efficient facility utilization. distribute parks and recreational facilities
throughout the community so that most Policy RM-7.9: Open Space in Nonresidential residents are within walking distance (one-half Development. Encourage outdoor gathering Progress mile) of a public open space and prioritize the spaces, such as mini-parks and plazas, be development of new public spaces in areas incorporated into nonresidential development to outside of this service radius. encourage social interaction, create experience- oriented centers, and enhance the visual
» Policy RM-7.3: New Facilities. Encourage the character of the community. use of less developable or undevelopable lands
such as utility corridors, fault zones, flood » Policy RM-7.10: Parkland Funding. Actively control facilities, channels, and easements for pursue financing for parkland acquisition and recreational uses, when feasible. maintenance, and allocate sufficient funding to park development to support the community's
Policy RM-7.4: Parkland Dedication. Require recreational needs. future private development to incorporate
parkland, open space, or green space to expand » Policy RM-7.11: Community Support. recreational opportunities in the community Collaborate with residents to ensure the City's in accordance with standards set by the San park and recreation facilities and programs Jacinto Municipal Code. reflect community preferences. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Policy RM-7: Maintenance. Require that parks
and recreational facilities be well-maintained by
the responsible agency.
Policy RM-7.6: Safety. Enhance park safety
through playground design, crime prevention
technology, night lighting, natural surveillance,
unobtrusive landscaping, and increased public
safety patrols.
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» Action RM-7a: Review development proposals » Action RM-7d: Pursue available resources for their potential demand for and impact to fund recreation facilities and parkland on parks and recreational facilities in the acquisition, development, and maintenance, community by: including but not limited to, State and federal grants, special districts, private donations, gifts,
• Requiring developers of residential projects and endowments. to provide adequate parkland equal to
five acres per 1,000 residents (0.005 acre » Action RM-7e: Cooperate with the Valley-Wide per resident), or pay an in-lieu fee prior to Recreation and Park District, Mount San Jacinto occupancy of the project. Community College, and other public and private service providers to identify additional needed
• Requiring non-residential development to senior and youth programs and services in the provide parkland equal to 2.5 acres per 1,000 community. Work with these organizations to employees (0.0025 acre per employee), or develop programs and expand access to and pay an in lieu fee prior to occupancy of the participation in senior and youth programs project. without duplicating efforts. Encourage the use of public transit and alternative modes of travel
• Work with developers to identify the to these facilities and programs. appropriate park type(s), size(s), facilities,
and location(s) for required park facilities. » Action RM-7f: As more schools are built within • Ensure parkland facilities conform with City the City, maximize the joint use of facilities by the City and the local school districts, including
standards. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) joint school/park sites, joint use of athletic fields,
Action RM-7b: For projects located along the community meeting facilities, and provision of river levees or fault zones, or that include child and senior care facilities, where feasible. drainage courses, utility easements, and/or » Action RM-7g: Maintain an up-to-date inventory flood control facilities, encourage the project of developed and proposed public park land and to provide easements to the appropriate residences outside of one-half mile of a public agency (the City of San Jacinto, homeowners park so that new park development can be association, Valleywide or other agency) for the directed to those areas. provision of linear parks, pathways, horseback
riding trails, and/or hiking and biking trails within
these areas, linking to the regional park and trail
system where possible.
» Action RM-7c: Cooperate with joint power
authorities, special districts, and regional, State,
and federal agencies to explore the development
of a regional park that includes facilities such as
hiking trails, camping, and fishing opportunities.
REGIONAL PARK
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Educational Resources Goal RM-8: A community that supports the » Action RM-8a: Continue to work with the school continued lifelong learning of all its residents districts to ensure adequate school facilities San Jacinto recognizes that education of its with high-quality educational facilities and are provided and maintained in the community. residents is a key to its long-term success. opportunities. Specifically, the City should:
Education helps to provide the knowledge, General Plan 2040) » Policy RM-8.1: Cooperation. Proactively During the processing of residential and requisite skills, and resources that build self- non-residential development proposals, cooperate with San Jacinto Unified School
esteem, employment opportunities, and a District, Hemet Unified School District, and ensure the school districts are consulted strong local economy. San Jacinto's educational Mount San Jacinto College to encourage the regarding the potential impact of the project system provides a strong foundation for lifelong provision of lifelong learning opportunities for on educational services and facilities. learning opportunities. When proposed developments cannot be persons living and working in San Jacinto.
served by existing facilities and services,
» Policy RM-8.2: School Facilities. Work with the City shall work with the developer and developers and the school district to ensure the the school district in exploring options for payment of fees, construction, and expansion of service provision and facility funding. school facilities to address expected increases Annual Progress Prior to approving a project that is likely
in school-age population.
to generate students, require the applicant
» Policy RM-8.3: Early Childhood Development. to mitigate school impacts to the full Encourage community organizations and extent permitted by State law through land schools to provide and expanded opportunities dedications, payment of fees, participation (2025 for early childhood care (0-5 years) and in a special assessment district, or any development. combination of the above.
Policy RM-8.4: Occupational Training. Partner Cooperate with school districts to update with the efforts of regional occupational boards population projections, student generation and local educational institutions to implement formulas, potential school sites, and career pathway and job training programs for facilities improvement plans in their Long youth and adults. Range Facility and Master Plans.
Policy RM-8.5: College Education. Support Work with school districts to expedite Mount San Jacinto College in providing the construction of new schools, when comprehensive educational opportunities necessary.
that include associate degree and certificate
Cooperate with school districts and
programs.
recommend appropriate sites for new
Policy RM-8.6: Libraries. Work closely with the school development as proposals for new Riverside County Library System to provide school facilities come forward. library facilities and services necessary to meet
the needs of all segments of the community.
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Action RM-8b: During the development and
environmental review process for future
schools located in San Jacinto, cooperate with
the appropriate school district to minimize the
impacts of school development through traffic
management and parking measures, and the
use of appropriate site layout and buffering
techniques. When feasible, encourage the
location of new schools at the periphery of
residential neighborhoods and provide buffers
at all common property lines with residential
uses.
» Action RM-8c: Continue to work with the
Riverside County Library System to ensure that
library development keeps pace with overall
City development and population growth. As
part of the development review process, ensure
developers pay all required library fees prior to
occupancy of their projects.
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Chapter Six: Resource Management | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Infrastructure Planning Policy RM-9.5: Regional Cooperation. » Action RM-9b: Cooperate with the water Collaborate with the various regional facility and districts to update population projections, water Infrastructure provides the physical and service providers to deliver high levels of service use and sewer generation formulas, needed organizational means of production and to San Jacinto, and to plan for new development. improvements, and programs within the Water distribution for essential services required for and Sewer Master Plans at least every five years. General Plan 2040) » Policy RM-9.6: Telecommunications.
community function. The City actively plans Encourage service providers to make available » Action RM-9c: Work with the water districts to for the provision and financing of infrastructure the highest level of telecommunications expedite the improvement and expansion of and services to maintain quality of life. infrastructure, along with a wide range of modern water, reclaimed water, and sewer facilities, telecommunications services for San Jacinto's when necessary. residences, businesses, and institutions. Report -
Goal RM-g: A community that provides adequate, » Action RM-9d: Whenever feasible, require the reliable infrastructure and facilities to support Action RM-9a: Continue to cooperate with the installation and use of reclaimed water systems existing and future development. water districts to ensure adequate water supply for irrigation purposes in new developments. and sewage treatment facilities are provided Progress
» Policy RM-9.1: Public Facility Plans. Maintain and maintained in the community. Specifically, » Action RM-9e: Cooperate with the Hemet-San and implement public facility master plans, in the City should: Jacinto Watermaster to proactively manage collaboration with appropriate outside service groundwater resources and comply with the providers and agencies, to ensure compliance • During the processing of development Stipulated Judgment and other applicable with appropriate regional, State, and federal proposals, ensure the water districts are federal, State and local regulations. and to identify infrastructure needs, consulted regarding the potential impact of the project on water supplies and sewage Action RM-9f: During the annual budget and funding sources, and implement improvements CIP process, refer to the Master Drainage Plan for public facilities and services in San Jacinto. treatment facilities. When requested by the district or City Engineer, require proposed to identify the resources needed to designate, Policy RM-9.2: Capital Improvements. Maintain developments to include a water quality preserve, and acquire land for necessary flood and finance the capital improvement program to assessment as part of the application control and drainage facilities. ensure the timely implementation of the General materials, and implement identified Plan and the adequate and the timely provision mitigation measures during construction of public facility and municipal improvements. and development. » Policy RM-9.3: Fair Share. Ensure that all Ensure the project applicant has paid the Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual new development provides for and funds its required fees prior to occupancy of any new fair share of the costs for the expansion of development. public infrastructure and services, recreational
amenities, and facilities. • Require water conservation devices and water efficient landscaping in new public
» Policy RM-9.4: Prioritization. Prioritize the and private development and redevelopment placement of new infrastructure in areas projects.
targeted for near-term development and in areas
SAN
designated as disadvantaged communities
through the orderly extension of infrastructure. CITY
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Solid Waste Management and Recycling Policy RM-10.4: Source Reduction and » Action RM-10a: On an ongoing basis and in Recycling Efforts. Participate in source compliance with State law, ensure solid waste The State of California has required reduction and recycling techniques to reduce collection activities completed by franchise solid communities to be more proactive in addressing the amount of solid waste sent to landfills and waste haulers, facility siting and construction Plan 2040) waste management by developing solid waste ensure adequate landfill capacity in the region of transfer and/or disposal facilities, operation diversion and recycling programs to meet of waste reduction and recycling programs, Policy RM-10.5: Organic Waste. Work with and household hazardous waste disposal and gradually increasing performance standards. appropriate service providers to collect and General education programs are consistent with the
The City understands that proactive waste compost greenwaste, including landscaping, County Solid Waste Management Plan. management practices are important to protect Christmas trees, composting and mulch, and the environment and supports an integrated other sources of organic waste, to distribute » Action RM-10b: Include standard language in Report - for use in parks, medians, and other municipal requests for services and in City agreements waste management approach that includes
areas. requiring contractors to use best management
waste prevention (or "source reduction", practices to maximize diversion of waste from recycling and composting, and proper disposal Policy RM-10.6: Fees and Funding. Work with the landfill in order to meet the City's specified Progress of waste. appropriate service providers to periodically diversion rates. review collection, recycling, and disposal fees
to achieve state and federal mandates, meet » Action RM-10c: Encourage the expansion of Goal RM-10: A cost-effective, integrated waste community expectations, and reflect cost recycling, reuse, and appropriate disposal of management system that meets or exceeds efficiencies or increases for service delivery. hazardous materials, including the following:
recycling and waste diversion mandates and Policy RM-10.7: Public Education. Promote Increased participation in single family and (2025 community expectations. citywide educational programs to inform citizens multifamily residential curbside recycling of the benefits of recycling and appropriate programs;
Policy RM-10.1: Compliance with State
Legislation. Comply with local, regional and recycling options and locations.
Increased participation in commercial and
State regulations regarding waste diversion, industrial recycling programs for paper, source reduction, recycling, and composting. cardboard, and plastics; » Policy RM-10.2: Solid Waste Collection. Provide • Reduce yard and landscaping waste adequate waste disposal, recycling, and refuse through methods such as composting, services for present and future residents and grass recycling, and using resource efficient businesses, including programs that improve landscaping techniques; and public access to solid waste collection and Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 recycling facilities. Encourage local businesses to provide electronic waste (e-waste) drop-off services
» Policy RM-10.3: Hazardous Waste. Promote the and encourage residents and businesses to proper disposal of hazardous waste, including properly dispose of, or recycle, e-waste. paint, tires, medications, medical sharps,
infectious waste, asbestos waste, construction
waste, and electronic waste, through education,
monitoring, and enforcement of proper use,
storage, handling, and disposal.
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Chapter Seven:
ENVIRONMENTAL
JUSTICE
The Environmental Justice Element seeks to
-Sixth reduce disproportionate impacts on vulnerable
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populations in San Jacinto and promote equal
distribution of resources. Senate Bill 1000 (SB
1000), the Planning for Healthy Communities
Act, was signed into law by then Governor Jerry
Brown, on September 24, 2016. It mandates that
cities and counties with Environmental Justice Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan (EJ) Communities (described below) adopt
Element Organization an EJ Element or integrate appropriate goals, The EJ Element will address each of the topics below as they relate to San objectives, and policies into other elements of Jacinto. The goals and policies of this element are organized around the their general plans, with the intent to create following topics: healthier places. The City of San Jacinto has • Pollution Exposure and Air Quality chosen to prepare a separate element so that all EJ-related goals, policies, and actions are
• Access to Public Facilities conveniently located in one document for easy reference.
• Healthy Food Access
• Safe and Sanitary Homes
• Physical Activity
• Civic Engagement
• Improvement and Programs
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Pollution exposure occurs when people come Environmental Justice Communities into direct contact with air, food, water, and
soil contaminants and is often the result of EJ Communities are described by the California Communities Environmental General Plan 2040) incompatible land uses sited adjacent to each Health Screening Tool (CalEnviroScreen) as areas (i.e., census tracts) of a city other. Sensitive populations (such as children, or county that have environmental burdens and vulnerabilities than other areas. the elderly, and those with compromised Based on data from CalEnviroScreen Version 3.0 (used in practice from 2018 immune systems) and sensitive land uses to 2021) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Priority Populations (such as schools, day cares and hospitals) are Mapping Tool relied upon during preparation of the Envision San Jacinto Report - the most susceptible to pollution exposure. 2040 General Plan Update, the City identified two census tracts (6065043517 Environmental Justice Communities are
and 6065043507) considered to be EJ Communities (Figure EJ-1). The gress often disproportionately burdened by multiple methodology is described in more detail in the Existing Conditions Report, sources of pollution exposure. Pollution can Pro
which was prepared in 2019. Subsequent to this analysis, CalEnviroScreen was come from many sources including storage
updated to Version 4.0 (October 2021). Using Version 4.0, it appears that the tanks leaking hazardous chemicals into soil and environmental context of the two census tracts identified above is improving. groundwater, agricultural land uses applying
pesticides, mobile sources such as vehicles This EJ Element supports continued improvements for areas identified as EJ emitting exhaust, and stationary sources such Communities as well as neighborhoods throughout the City, as a whole. as diesel engines emitting exhaust.
Goal EJ-1: Land use and development patterns
» Other Policies Related to Goal EJ-1: • PS-4.2: Cleanup Sites that reduce pollution exposure and enhance
• PS-4.4: Transportation
air quality, especially in environmental justice • ED-3.2 : Higher Intensity Development communities. PS-4.5: Household Hazardous Waste
• ED-4.3 : Mixed-Use
PS-4.6: Proposed Facilities Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual » Policy EJ-1.1: Emission Sources. Encourage • LU-1.1: Land Use Pattern existing sources of emissions to use feasible • LU-1.3: Balancing Jobs and Housing PS-4.7: Emergency Response measures to minimize air quality impacts in • PS-6.1: Noise Exposure Environmental Justice Communities and avoid • LU-2.2: Infill Development new sources of significant emissions in these • LU-3.3: Industrial Areas PS-6.2: Noise Mitigation communities as feasible. PS-6.3: Acoustical Studies
• LU-3.4: Environmental Compatibility
• PS-7.4: Air Pollution
» Policy EJ-1.2: Green Industry. Attract non- •LU-3.6: Agricultural Compatibility polluting industry and green technology • PS-7.11: Greenhouse Gas Emissions • LU-4.1: Use Configuration.
companies to the City.
• M-1.4: Truck Routes • RM-2.2: Groundwater Management
RM-2.5: Stormwater
• M-6.1: Vehicle Miles Traveled
• M-6.4: New Development • RM-2.6: Septic Systems
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• RM-4.4: Transportation Options Access to Public Facilities » Other Policies Related to Goal EJ-2:
• RM-4.6: Sustainable Development • LU-1.5: Public Services for Quality of Life The adequate provision of public facilities is
• RM-4.7: Sensitive Receptors a critical component to the current and future LU-1.6: Gathering Spaces • RM-4.8: Mitigation prosperity of a community. Under state law LU-2.1: Plan for New Development
• RM-4.10: GHG Reduction (SB 1000), "public facilities" is an umbrella term • LU-5.4: Gathering Places
• RM-5.1: San Jacinto Power that includes "public improvements, public • M-2.4: Public Transit
services, and community amenities". This
• RM-5.3: Renewable Energy •
covers a wide spectrum of publicly provided PS-5.1: Emergency Response Services • RM-10.3: Hazardous Waste uses and services including infrastructure, PS-5.10: CPTED • RM-10.4: Source Reduction and Recycling school facilities, parks, and transportation and RM-6.1: Provision of Police and Fire Efforts
emergency services. These amenities and Services
Goal EJ-1 is implemented through the following services act to improve the health, safety, and • RM-7.1: Regional Cooperation actions: well-being of a community by either enhancing
RM-7.2: Service Area
• LU-3a • PS-4f the public sphere or providing services that are RM-7.3: New Facilities
• LU-3C • PS-4g available to every resident.
• RM-7.4: Parkland Dedication
LU-3d PS-6d Insufficient public facilities can have significant RM-7.5: Maintenance
LU-3e RM-4b impacts to the health and quality of life of RM-7.6: Safety
PS-4a RM-4C residents, and historically, EJ Communities Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) RM-7.8: Joint Use Facilities
PS-4b RM-4n have struggled with insufficient access to public facilities and substandard amenities more than RM-7.9: Open Space in Nonresidential PS-4c RM-40 Development
other communities.
PS-4d RM-10a RM-9.3: Fair Share
• PS-4e • RM-10c Goal EJ-2 is implemented through the following Goal EJ-2: Public facilities and services that
are equitably distributed throughout the City actions:
of San Jacinto and are available to residents of ED-2b • RM-7a Environmental Justice Communities. ED-7b RM-7C
» Policy EJ-2.1: Convenient Access. Consider M-2d RM-7e the ease of accessibility of public facilities in PS-5d RM-7f relation to Environmental Justice Communities
PS-5e RM-7g
during the review and evaluation of public facility
expansion, replacement, and construction. • RM-6a • RM-8C • RM-6f
» Policy EJ-2.2: Prioritize Resources. Apply
resources to meet parks, recreation, and open
space needs in underserved areas of the City
that have a demonstrably greater need for these
amenities.
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health and well-being. Food access is not only
» Policy EJ-3.2: Access to Healthy Food. Strive to on the benefits of healthy eating and on the associated with the physical accessibility of locate healthy food establishments so that all availability of food assistance programs. affordable and culturally appropriate food, but residences are within walking distance (quarter also with food security, defined as access by to a half-mile) of a healthy food store or a » Action EJ-3d: Work with local organizations and store with healthy options, where feasible and community groups to provide free or reduced all people at all times to enough food for an
appropriate. cost lunches after the school year ends.
active, healthy life. Food security includes the
availability of nutritionally adequate and safe Policy EJ-3.3: Options for Healthy Food. Prioritize foods as well as the ability to acquire foods. healthy food supplies in economic development efforts and encourage the establishment and
operation of farmers' markets, farm stands,
ethnic markets, mobile health food markets,
and convenience/corner stores that sell healthy
foods including fresh produce.
Policy EJ-3.4: Farmers Markets. Support existing
farmers markets and support the location
of new farmers markets near Environmental Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Justice Communities wherever feasible.
» Policy EJ-3.5: Coordinate with Schools.
Work schools serving students of all ages to
encourage healthy food options being available
and more accessible than unhealthy food
options.
» Policy EJ-3.6: Senior Meals Program. Continue
to support the senior meals program.
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Safe and Sanitary Homes Goal EJ- 4: Healthy living conditions for all » Other Policies Related to EJ-4:
residents, particularly those in Environmental
The housing conditions of homes in a • HP-1.1: Existing Housing Stock Justice Communities.
community have direct health implications for HP-1.2: Rehabilitating and Preservation those who live in the homes. Many residents » Policy EJ-4.1: Code Enforcement. Focus code HP-3.1: Affordable Housing enforcement efforts in Environmental Justice
in EJ Communities live in dwellings that were HP-3.3: Attractive and Safe Housing Communities to improve unsafe and unsanitary
built before standards and regulations were conditions, focusing on overcrowding, illegal LU-5.10: Property Maintenance
established to ensure that new homes are free garage conversions, illegal home businesses, from pollutants such as lead and asbestos. The unpermitted plumbing and electrical, property LU-5.11:Older Neighborhoods and maintenance, trash and dumping, and graffiti. Businesses proportion of older homes in EJ Communities
are usually higher than in non-environmental Goal EJ-4 is implemented through the following Policy EJ-4.2: Lead-Based Paint. Raise
justice areas and thus residents in EJ actions:
awareness about the risks associated with
Communities are disproportionately exposed lead-based paint and other housing hazards, Housing Program 1
to these health threats. Older housing often has including by distributing information about remediation of lead and best practices to reduce Housing Program 2 other problems such as poor ventilation, which
and eliminate other housing hazards. • Housing Program 3 leads to uncomfortable indoor temperatures
and mold-producing moisture, and pest and » Policy EJ-4.3: Indoor Air Quality. Encourage Housing Program 4 vermin infestation. measures to reduce indoor air quality impacts (e.g., air filtration systems, kitchen range hood
Overcrowded housing is another issue that exhaust fans, low-VOC paint and carpet) for new Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) affects the safety and cleanliness of homes. developments.
Overcrowding is typically measured by
Policy EJ-4.4: Absentee Owner Outreach.
determining the persons-per-room in a dwelling Conduct periodic absentee owner outreach in unit, with more than one person per room Environmental Justice Communities to inform considered overcrowded owners of their legal requirements to maintain and upkeep their rental properties.
Lastly, housing affordability also influences
whether homes in a community are safe and Policy EJ-4.5: Tenant Rights. Distribute sanitary. When a tenant or homeowner spends information with City newsletters and/or other periodical publications about protecting tenant
more than 30 percent of their income toward rights, so they are not penalized for reporting housing (including utilities), they are generally or living in a dwelling unit that does not meet considered to be cost-burdened. When a health and safety standards. household is cost-burdened, there is less
money for housing maintenance or other needs
such as healthcare and healthy food.
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Chapter Seven: Environmental Justice | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Physical Activity Goal EJ-5: Land use and development patterns » Other Policies Related to EJ-5:
that encourage physical activity and improve
• ED-4.5: Walkable
Physical activity is a large contributor to the multimodal access and connectivity to physical and mental health of San Jacinto employment, shopping, services, schools, parks, LU-4.4: Pedestrian Design residents. Physically active people tend to live and other destinations. LU-5.8: Streetscapes longer and have lower risk for heart disease, • M-1.5: Transportation Improvements for stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, and some » Policy EJ-5.1: Eliminate Barriers. Update the All Users
cancers (Centers for Disease Control and Development Code to eliminate any barriers to facilitating the development of complete M-1.7: Safe Routes to Schools Prevention, 2017). Physical activity is promoted neighborhoods with access to retail and • M-3.1: Complete Streets
by the built-environment by providing places recreation resources within walking distance of • M-3.2: Multimodal Facilities
that encourage walking, biking, and other forms homes.
of exercise. These places include parks, open • M-3.3: Multimodal Connectivity » Policy EJ-5.2: Accessibility. Endeavor to
space, trails, urban green spaces, areas with M-4.1: Trails Master Plan provide parks that are easily accessible to the
robust tree canopies, and active transportation surrounding neighborhood and beyond, and are M-4.2: Active Transportation Network networks. If a community has facilities that as barrier-free as possible, particularly for those • M-4.4: Trail Connectivity
promote physical activity, community members with limited mobility. are more likely to be physically active within • M-4.5: Support Facilities Policy EJ-5.3: Physical Activity. Promote
that community. physical activity programs and Goal EJ-5 is implemented through the following education
including, but not limited to, programs offered actions:
by the Landscape, Lighting and Park Districts Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) M-1b • M-4a
and encourage residents to regularly participate
in physical activity and active lifestyles. M-1d M-4b
М-За M-4c
» Policy EJ-5.4: Partnerships. Form partnerships
with non-profit organizations, healthcare M-3b M-4d
organizations, and regional governmental M-3c • RM-4i
agencies to foster and participate in efforts
promoting healthy lifestyles, physical activity,
and positive health outcomes.
I Made it Throught
#FitnessCourt
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Civic Engagement Goal EJ-6: Accessible and culturally appropriate » Action EJ-6a: Promote meaningful cross-cultural opportunities for all people regardless of race, participation in local planning and decision- Civic or community engagement is an important color, national origin, or income to engage in the making processes by:
goal across all local planning and decision- decision-making process. Providing City-sponsored material in
making processes. It can help foster a strong multiple languages. General Plan 2040) sense of place within a neighborhood and » Policy EJ-6.1: Equitable Civic Engagement. can deepen the investment of stakeholders in Support an equitable and comprehensive • Organizing outreach events and conducting approach to civic engagement and public surveys directly to specific demographic working toward neighborhood improvements. outreach on all aspects of City governance and Environmental Justice issues will be more groups.
delivery of services.
effectively identified and resolved if accessible eport - Partnering with community-based
and culturally appropriate opportunities to » Policy EJ-6.2: Community Events. Promote, organizations that have relationships, R
sponsor, and support a variety of community trust, and cultural competency with target engage in local decision-making are created for events to strengthen social cohesion and the communities to conduct outreach for local
low-income, minority, and linguistically isolated overall identity of the City. initiatives and issues.
stakeholders. Effective civic engagement not
only provides the City with an opportunity to » Policy EJ-6.3: City Information. Distribute Tailoring activities and the venues where City information in Environmental Justice they take place to accommodate the strengthen its relationship with the community,
Communities, such as numbers to call for code cultural preferences of different racial/ but provides for sound investment in better enforcement, programs offered through the City, decision-making by ensuring decisions ethnic groups.
are housing needs, and general City information.
informed by community needs and aspirations. » Action EJ-6b: Make meetings and other public » Policy EJ-6.4: Partnerships. Partner with and engagement forums accessible to a wide range support the efforts of any community-based of residents and encourage greater attendance organizations or non-profits that focus on by:
programs and activities for the Environmental
Justice Communities. Ensuring any materials are distributed far enough in advance of meetings to allow
» Other Policies Related to EJ-6: sufficient time for review and comment. Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress • RM-4.12: Public Engagement Using communication methods that convey • RM-7.11: Community Support complex or technical information in an easily understandable manner.
Facilitating meetings using diverse methods
that can engage all participants and can
appeal to multiple styles of learning.
• Focusing on methods to effectively engage
younger residents.
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Chapter Seven: Environmental Justice | Envision San Jacinto 5.1.c Improvements and Programs Goal EJ-7: Improvements and programs address » Other Policies Related to EJ-7:
the needs of environmental justice communities.
An important feature of the Environmental • ED-1.2: Incentives and Services Justice Element is that it prioritizes projects Policy EJ-7.1: Prioritize Spending. Where eD-1.3: Business Investment
and investments that directly benefit possible, prioritize spending of funds for air quality and other environmental improvements, ED-7.5: Funding EJ Communities. Environmental justice public infrastructure improvements, recreation, HP-1.4: Continued and New Investments communities typically have special needs that and community programming in Environmental HP-3.4: Incentives For Housing
arise from past geographic and procedural Justice Communities, and make fiscal decisions Development inequities. This requires taking special actions based on this priority. • LU-5.9: Public and Private Investment
that will improve existing conditions in EJ Policy EJ-7.2: Grant Funding. Seek grants Communities. Many of these actions will not be M-7.1: Funding Sources that will specifically help with the issues in
applicable across the entire Planning Area, but • M-7.2: New Developments Environmental Justice Communities such as
will be applicable only to EJ communities due safe housing, air quality and environmental M-7.4: Regional Funding to their special circumstances. concerns, increased tree coverage, recreational RM-7.10: Parkland Funding resources, and other issues.
RM-9.1: Public Facility Plans
Policy EJ-7.3: Coordination. Coordinate with
• RM-9.2: Capital Improvements
relevant utility providers to provide adequate
and appropriate levels of service and promote RM-9.4: Prioritization the maintenance of water, sewer, stormwater, Goal EJ-7 is implemented through the following and electrical facilities serving Environmental Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040 (2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Justice Communities. actions:
ED-3b • LU-5e
ED-3C M-7a
Housing RM-7d
Program 10 RM-9a
• Housing RM-9b
Program 12
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Figure EJ-1.
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Communities
e a u m City of San Jacinto
San Jacinto Sphere of
Influence
Neighboring City
Disadvantaged
San Jacinto River Community
CalEnviroScreen 3.0 Percentile
0-10
11 - 20
21 - 30
Ramona Expy
31 - 40
Census Tract
6065051300
Census Tract 41 - 50
6065042744 Record Rd
51 - 60
Odell Ave State-Str 61 - 70 Attachment: Envision San Jacinto General Plan 2040(2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan 2040) Census Tract
6065043517 Census Tract
71 - 80
6065043509
Warren Rd - 81 - 90
Ramona Expy-F
91 - 100
Census Tract Sanderson Ave
6065042745
Lyon Ave- Palm Ave State-St- -
Census Tract -Lake Park DrŞ.
Cottonwood Ave 6065043602
Cawston Ave Census Tract
6065043601
7th-St- 6065043513-
Census Tract
6065043504 6065043506
Hewitt Sti
Esplanade Ave Census Tract
6065043512
Commonwealth Ave
Census Tract
6065043508
-Washington Ave-
Miles
Data sources: Riverside County GIS USGS NHD.
Created by De Novo Planning Group for the City of San Jacinto, March 2023.
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5.1.0 Chapter Eight:
HOUSING
2025 Annual Progress Report - General Plan
The City of San Jacinto is required by State
Housing Law (Government Code Section
65583) to have an adopted Housing Element
as part of its General Plan. State Housing Law
requires that a "housing element shall consist
of an identification and analysis of existing and
projected housing needs and a statement of
goals, policies, quantified objectives, financial
resources, and scheduled programs for the
preservation, improvement, and development
of housing. The housing element shall identify
adequate sites for housing, including rental
housing, factory-built housing, and mobile
homes, and shall make adequate provision for
the existing and projected needs of all economic
segments of the community." In addition, the
Housing Element is updated on a regular 8-year
cycle, as required by State Housing Law. The
Element Organization San Jacinto City Council adopted the 2021- The Housing Element is a part of Envision San Jacinto but provided 2029 San Jacinto Housing Element on February under separate cover. Amending the Housing Element is subject to 2, 2022. the same provisions as amendments to other Elements of the City's General Plan (see the Introduction for further information).
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San facinto GENERAL 2040 PLAN
Envision
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SAI INC. 1888
ITY OF
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San facinto GENERAL 2040 PLAN 595 S. San Jacinto Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583 | (951) 487-7330 | https://www.sanjacintoca.gov/ Envision
5.1.d
Jurisdiction San Jacinto
Reporting Yea 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
lousing Element Planning Perio 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029 Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level Current Year
Deed Restricted
Acutely Low
Non-Deed Restricted 0
0 Extremely Low Deed Restricted
Non-Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted
Very Low
Non-Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted
Low
Non-Deed Restricted 15
Deed Restricted
Moderate
Non-Deed Restricted
Above Moderate
Total Units
Entitled Permitted Completed
582
599
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Junits 1010
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Use of SB 423 Streamlining Provisions - Applications
Number of E 420 Breaming Aplains ApProve.
Units Constructed - SB 423 Streamlining Permits
Income Rental Ownership Total
i cutely Low
xtremely Lov
Very Low
_oW
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total
Streamlining Provisions Used - Permitted Units # of Projects Units SB 9 (2021) - Duplex in SF Zone
39(2021) - Residential Lot Sp
B 2011 (2022
SB 6 (2022)
SB 423 (2023)
Ministerial and Discretionary Applications Units
Ministerial torApplications
Discretionary
Density Bonus Applications and Units Permittec
Vumber of Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus Number of Units in Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus Number of Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 100010 Number of Units in Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus Housing Element Programs Implemented and Sites Rezoned Count Programs Implemented
Sites Rezoned to Accommodate the RHNA
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5.1.e
Jurisdiction San Jacinto ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Year 2025 (Jan, 1 -Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
Projection
Period
Projection Total Units Total Remaining
Income Level RHNA Allocation Period - 2021 2022 2023 2024 2026 2027 to Date (all by Income Level RHNA by
101 42021- years) Income Level
Deed Restricted
Acutely Low Non-Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted
Extremely Low Non-Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted 800 800
Very Low Non-Deed Restricted
Deed Restricted 465
Low Non-Deed Restricted 437
Deed Restricted
Non-Deed Restricted 560 -
Mou derate N|
1,567 328 266 284 1,098
Total RHNA 3,392
Total Units 36 12 3301 177 2781 299 | 1,132
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ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Jurisdiction City of San Jacinto
Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 Housing Programs Progress Report
Projected Status of Program Program
Name of Program Applicable
Objective Completion Date in Cycle Implementation Details Implementation
Housing Element
In 2025, there were 3,314
new Code Enforcement
Cases opened and 9,184 Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report - inspections. The cases and
inspections addressed issues
such as substandard
Continue to implement housing, weed abatement,
code enforcement Code enforcement: junk and trash, and illegal
1. Code Enforcement program and complete continuous 6th Cycle Continuous land uses. The Code housing conditions Housing conditions Enforcement Program survey by the end of survey: end of FY23/24 continues to proactively FY23/24. address these issues and
repond to complaints from
property owners, renters, and
the general public.
The City continues to monitor
grant opportunties to fund a
Housing Conditions Survey.
Monitor status of Ongoing yearly monitoring of
2. Preservation of At-
Risk Units assisted projects. Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous at-risk units. City will continue to monitor.
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Continue to support the
HARIVCO's
applications for
3. Section 8 Rental additional Section 8 Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous Ongoing support will be Assistance allocations and efforts provided.
to provide vouchers for
lower income San
Jacinto residents.
Starting in 2021, annually Ongoing review of Notices of apply for funding as Funding Availability released
4. Rehabilitation Rehabilitation of 16 Notices of Funding by state and federal agencies Program housing units. Availability are released; 6th Cycle Continuous meet with the County to identify opportunity for
annually to assess funding of rehabilitation
availabilitv of funde projects.
The General Plan 2040 was
adopted by the City Council
on November 15, 2022. Since
Maintain adequate the update, no amendments
5. General Plan and to the General Plan or Zoning
Development Code sites to accommodate Map have been approved Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report - San Jancinto's RHNA Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous
Update / Shortfall throughout planning that would result in a Program reduction of adequate sites to
period.
accommodate San Jacinto's
RHNA. The Planning Division
will continue to monitor the
number of adequate sites.
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The City has received
Monitor status of inquiries on residential and
residential and mixed- mixed-use sites formally with
use sites on an annual the submittal of Pre-
basis. Provide potential Application Review
developers with this Continuous Continuous applications, and informally
6. Housing Sites information when 6th Cycle
through phone calls and
requested, and provide emails. The City provided
direct mailing of this responses to all requests that
information to property included housing and mixed-
owners. use opportunities.
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Annually monitor the
City's sites inventory
and continued ability to
accommodate the
remaining RHNA by
maintaining an
accurate electronic
inventory of available
sites. The Planning
Department will be
responsible for All inventory sites are still
7. Residential maintaining the available for development to Development electronic inventory, accommodate the City's Monitoring (No Net consulting the inventory Continuous 6th Cycle In Progress RHNA. The City will continue Loss) as part of the to update the electronic
development review inventory in April of each
process, and updating year.
the inventory as
projects are proposed,
approved, and Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report - developed. The City will
complete its annual
review concurrent with
preparation of its
annual Housing
Element Progress
Report.
For all project
applications, identify There has been no
the need for development projects that
8. Replacement of replacement of
Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous proposed to remove
Affordable Units affordable housing
units and ensure units affordable housing. City will
are replaced, if continue to monitor.
required.
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Survey and evaluate
potential methods to
encourage ADU
development
throughout the
community and adopt
appropriate
procedures, policies,
and regulatory
provisions. Update the
City's Development
Code to be consistent An ordinance was adopted to
with State ADU Law ensure compliance with
and monitor State law section 65852.2 of the
for future updates to Code compliance: first Government Code. ADU
9. Accessory Dwelling ADU regulations and information is provided to update the City's 6th Cycle Continuous customers by phone, email Units Education/Public
Development Code to and in person (at Planning
be consistent with Information. Counter) on a daily basis as future updates if requested. Staff is also Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report - needed. Continue implementing a preapproved
educating the ADU program.
community on the
opportunity to develop
ADUs and promote the
development of ADUs
affordable to lower-
income households.
Continue to provide
information about
ADUs on the City's
website and on public
counters.
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No affordable housing
developments applied for in
2025, except for ADU
10. Incentives and Facilitate affordable development. City will Assistance to housing development 6th Cycle Continuous continue to monitor.
Affordable Housing commensurate with the Continuous Proactive outreach has Developments RHNA. commenced with staff
engaging developers to
construct multi-family housing
and student housing.
The updated City
Development Code was
adopted on December 6,
2022, removed the
requirement for a
Assist in the discretionary permit for infill
11. Infill Housing development of one single family homes and Program infill housing project Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous ADUs. This update was
annually. intended to facilitate and Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report - assist the development of
infill sites.
15 accessory dwelling units
on infill lots were approved,
issued or finalized in 2025.
Work with at least one No developers or interested
developer or interested entities expressed interest in
entity annually. When a 2025 to develop affordable or
developer expresses special needs housing. The
interest in developing city regularly meets with
12. Pursue State and affordable or special developers seeking to Federal Funding Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous develop market rate units and needs housing in San staff continues to promote
Jacinto, determine properties with zoning that
funding priorities and
sources and support permits higher densities for
applications for affordable and special needs
funding. housing. City will continue to
monitor.
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MCC Program funds have
been exhausted and program
applications are no longer
being accepted. The City has
expressed to the Riverside
County Housing and
Workforce Solutions
13. Mortgage Credit Encourage the
Certificate ("MCC") relaunch of the MCC Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous Department ("County") our Program Program. intent to support the MCC
Programs. The County
confirmed that state is no
longer funding the program.
City will continue to monitor
and work with County.
Program information will be
posted on the City website.
Housing Element Certification
achieved in January of 2024.
14. Prohousing Achieve Prohousing October 2025 6th Cycle In Progress Application for the Designation Program Designation by HCD Prohousing Designation to be Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report submitted by October 1,
2026.
Code updates for Low-Barrier
Navigation Centers,
Agricultural/Employee
Housing, Emergency Shelter
Parking,
Revise the Transitional/Supportive
15. Development Code Housing, RM/RMH Standards
Development Code in
Amendments - Housing October 2023 6th Cycle Completed (basic requirements), and accordance with this
Constraints Residential Parking
program. Requirements were
completed in December
2022.
Code updates for Affordable
Housing Streamlining
completed in 2023.
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The Development Code and
Subdvision Ordinance were
updated in December of 2022
and incorporated necessary
changes to comply with
16. Monitor Changes in Stay updated on applicable laws, which Federal and State changes in federal and included compliance with state housing, Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous existing/new housing and Housing, Planning, and planning, and zoning subdivision laws. Additionally, Zoning Laws laws. an urgency ordinance was
also adopted in December of
2025 to comply with new
ADU laws. City will conitnue
to monitor changes to State
law.
Promote the use of The Development Code was
density bonus updated in December of 2022
17. Density Bonus standards and provide December 2024 6th Cycle Completed Ordinance technical assistance to to incorporate necessary developers to maximize changes to comply with state
local needs. Density Bonus law. Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report Continual posting of fair
houling and rpanish at City
Continue to work with Hall. Soon this information
18. Fair Housing the County of Riverside
to provide fair housing Continuous 6th Cycle will be moved to the City's Services services to residents of Website. Code Enforcement San Jacinto. continues to refer fair housing
matters to appropriate
agencies for assistance. City
will continue to monitor.
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The Community Development
Department recieves
requests periodically to
Improve fair housing address fair housing
opportunities and complaints, and staff provides
19. Affirmatively resources to the public,
Furthering Fair Housing response to complaints typically through the Code through implementing Continuous 6th Cycle
Outreach and above actions. Follow- Enforcement Division. In Coordination Program addition, there is an ongoing
up on 100% of
complaints. effort to prepare an
Affirmatively Further Fair
Housing Programs and obtain
resources to further address
disparities.
2022 Development Code
20. Housing for updates implemented
Strive to facilitate regulatory modifications for
Extremely Low-Income
("ELl") Persons and development of 40 ELI Continuous 6th Cycle Continuous development of affordable Persons with Special units, if feasible, during housing, including ELl units. planning period. Outreach, advertising and Attachment: Housing Element Annual Progress Report Summary Table (2025 Annual Progress Report Needs expedited review facilitation
are ongoing efforts.
Work cooperatively
with property owners,
utility companies and Ongoing cooperation
21. Residential Energy other government October 2024 6th Cycle Continuous provided. City will continue to Conservation agencies to reduce monitor and work with
energy use in stakeholders.
residential
developments.
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