Item Number: 5
City Council / Board of Directors
Consent Calendar
Meeting of: February 3, 2026
Submitted By:
Jennifer Thompson, City Clerk
Subject:
Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2462
Recommendation:
That the City Council adopt, by second reading, Ordinance No. 2462, approving an amendment to Title 16 of the Victorville Municipal Code with an Environmental Exemption introducing residential development requirements on Mixed-Use zoned parcels identified in the City’s Housing Element as Regional Housing Needs Allocation shortfall sites and to correct typographical errors, including mislabeling of Mixed-Use zone districts.
Fiscal Impact:
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2462 is not anticipated to result in any direct fiscal impact to the City. Under California Government Code Section 65585, failure to implement the City’s Certified Housing Element (“City’s Housing Element”) in accordance with State Housing Element law could result in decertification, and potential fines of up to $100,000 per month. The City’s goal is to avoid these consequences by implementing the City’s Housing Element through amendments to Title16 with the adoption of Ordinance No. 2462.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Adoption of Ordinance No. 2462 will enable the City to further fulfill the following Goals outlined in the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan:
Goal A: Financial Sustainability – Inasmuch as the proposed Municipal Code Amendment will ensure compliance with State Housing Element Law and maintain the City’s Certified Housing Element status, adoption of Ordinance No. 2462 will also ensure no unnecessary fines will be levied on the City and no adverse impacts to the City’s fiscal health or cost control.
Goal C: Community and Economic Development – The proposed amendment supports compliance with State law and the Housing Element by requiring 4 5
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residential components on designated High Density Mixed Use (MU-2) zoned properties in the City. These required changes will expand housing availability, create walkable communities, and strengthen neighborhood vitality. By promoting diverse housing options, the amendment helps retain the local workforce and foster long-term economic resilience.
Goal D: Reduce Homelessness – By requiring a residential component in some MU-2 designated properties, the amendment aligns with State mandates and the City’s Housing Element. The proposal will also act to increase the supply of lower cost housing types and create more opportunities for individuals and families at risk of homelessness. Expanding access to stable housing is a critical step toward addressing housing insecurity and supporting vulnerable populations.
Discussion:
At the Regular City Council meeting held on January 20, 2026, the City Council voted to introduce Ordinance No. 2462, approving an amendment to the Victorville Municipal Code to Title 16 of the Victorville Municipal Code with an Environmental Exemption introducing residential development requirements on Mixed-Use zoned parcels identified in the City’s Housing Element as Regional Housing Needs Allocation shortfall sites and to correct typographical errors, including mislabeling of Mixed-Use zone districts.
This ordinance is being presented for adoption and once adopted, will become effective March 05, 2026.
Prepared By:
Denise Salazar, Deputy City Clerk
Attachments: A. Ordinance No. 2462