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C - ^ FCII>L};:\(IR Z Individual National Register � ` Additiona[Resources Listed Resources '"— �� i i i I.Orange Intermediate School- �� '�"�� : / Central Grammar School i �'�_�y 2.Orange Union High School i r y �i� 3.lewis Ainsworth House � '' 4.St.John's Lutheran Church - ,►�� l �� C '��, , 5.First Baptist Church of Orange 5 /�_/ . �' ,' 6.C.Z.C u l v e r H o u s e �..,_.-- / � 1„� � 7.Par ker House �'j-�� '-- 10.Irvine Regional Park:21401.Chapman Ave 8.Porter-French House '- ' v• 9.The Plaza �I- .� ,:7 I I.Olive Civic Center:3030 N.Magnolia Ave Local Historic District National Register of Historic Places N�TM Feet `� Old Towne District � Old Towne Orange Historic District o 4�o azo �.z3o �.eao —••• Planning Area � Plaza Historic District 0 Individual National Register Listed Resources Figure CR-� � Designated Historic Resources �-T¢ �_,�_�. �x. ..��•- .�-_--- � OxArrGE GExE� P�rr CR-7 -�"'��-��-� ti> CULTURAL RESOURCES Old Towne When Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana was subdivided in the late i86os, a Los Angeles lawyer, Alfred B. Chapman, represented several parties in the partition suit. As payment for his fees, Chapman acquired approximately 4,00o acres. In �870, Chapman hired another lawyer, William T. Glassell, to survey and subdivide his land holdings into farm lots ranging in size from io to qo acres. With an eye to the future, the founders set aside eight lots in the center of the newly subdivided blocks of.land,to be used as a public square.This public amenity is now known as Plaza Square, or simply the Plaza. In honor of the founders, the two main streets, which intersected at the public square, were named Chapman Avenue (running east-west) and Glassell Street(north-south). Orange grew rapidly during the Great Boom of the �88os. New settlers flocked to the region due to the cross-country expansion, inexpensive rail fares, and the balmy Southern California climate. Many of the new settlers entered Orange via the Santa Fe Railroad (later called the Atchison, Topeka, & Santa Fe) Depot four blocks west of the Plaza (currently the site of Orange Metrolink Station, Depot Park, and Veterans Memorial). Much of the real estate boom of the �88os was driven by landowners subdividing their ranches in order to sell individual lots, which were often bought by speculators. By i887, dozens of new subdivisions and four new townsites were laid out. Connecting these new communities were two horse- drawn streetcar systems: the Orange, McPherson and Modena; and the Santa Ana, Orange and Tustin lines. By the late �87os and early�88os, the population of Orange was large enough to support the construction of civic buildings and gathering places such as churches, schools, and public parks. As the city continued to grow and lots were further subdivided, the new residents named the streets after the towns they came from in the East, such as Batavia and Palmyra. The settlement first tried to incorporate in �873 under the name Richland. The post office rejected this application because there was another settlement by that name in Sacramento County. The name was changed several years later and Orange was incorporafed on April 6, �888. At the time of incorporation, Orange was about three square miles, with 60o people who predominantly lived on smail family ranches surrounding the town. Although most residents lived on working farms, some homes—generally for the town's doctors, lawyers, and merchants—were built on the small lots surrounding the Plaza. After the boom of the �88os, major construction in Orange lay dormant for over ten years. With the new century came growth in the town's citrus industry and an increase in economic prosperity. The Plaza soon became the commercial and social hub of Orange and the principal banks, newspapers, stores, and public institutions were built around its edges along Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street. Residential development, which increased to meet growing demand, occurred on the secondary streets beyond the Plaza and commercial center. Many commercial, residential, civic, and religious buildings from Orange's early settlement years remain today, in addition to the Plaza developed in the �88os. Early brick commercial buildings in the Plaza area include the C.M. Woodruff store (�885), D.C. Pixley store (�886), and Wells Fargo (originally Bank of Orange) building (�886). Existing religious buifdings _ ��, - _ «:�,:�-.�: ORANGE GENERAL PLPN Cx�-9 CULTURAL RESOURCES � �"� include the First Baptist Church (�893), St. John's Lutheran Church (ig�4), and Trinity Episcopal Church (�908). Later buildings in the Plaza Square area include Watson's Drug Store (�900), the former First National Bank (�9z8), and the W.O. Hart Post Office (�9z6). Early homes were built in the Victorian or Queen Anne style, characterized by a vertical emphasis with simple, jigsawn ornamentation, particularly around the porch, windows, and entry. During the years before World War I, residential styles evolved to include Classical Revival and Craftsman homes. EI Modena Paralleling the early settlement of Old Towne was the establishment of another town located approximately three miles to the east. Known as EI Modena, this small enclave evolved from a Quaker village into a citrus-farming Mexican-American barrio over the course of its nearly �zo-year history. San Francisco millionaire and philanthropist David Hewes became one of the primary developers in the area when he bought hundreds of acres around �885. By �886, there were 40o people living in EI Modena. In �888, a horse drawn streetcar connected EI Modena to Orange. By �889, the building boom was over and the population declined. The area re- established itself as a fruit growing area and became known for its mild climate and rich capacity for farming. - A number of relatively unaltered, small,wood-framed bungalows are scattered throughout EI Modena, including an eight-building bungalow court on Hewes Street at Montgomery Place. Friends Church, the anchor of the original settlement of EI Modena, still exists on Chapman Avenue at Earlham Street, although it has been converted into a restaurant. The footprint of Hewes Park remains at the intersection of La Veta Avenue and Esplanade Street, although the park has since been sold as private lots. Small expanses of unaltered open space still exist to the south and east of EI Modena, although almost all of the former agricultural areas have been developed. Agriculture and Industry(circa�880-�950) Water became the critical element for ongoing prosperity. In �87�, the A.B. Chapman canal began bringing water from the Santa Ana River to the townsite,with ranchers digging lateral ditches to their farms. By �873, settlers began to develop wells, tapping into a water table only �8 feet below ground. A drought in �877 motivated local ranchers to buy out the water company and form the Santa Ana Valley Irrigation Company(SAVI). As a cooperative water venture, SAVI was vital to the agricultural development of the arid Southern California region. Beginning in the �88os, the transcontinental railroad system granted growers in Orange County access to markets across the nation. The introduction of reliable irrigation and transportation systems was accompanied by a surge in agricultural production and productivity in Orange County. This was particularly true in Orange, where from �88o to �950, citrus and other agricultural industries were the predominant influences on the economic, political, and cultural development of the City. By�893, citrus had become so dominant that the Orange County Fruit Exchange (now known as Sunkist) was organized and incorporated. This organization constructed its headquarters building at the northeast corner of Glassell Street and Almond Avenue. ,��-� ._ -�"�'�"�:,:� ORANGE GENERAL PLAN CR-10 ""�'� - CULTURAL RESOURCES � The citrus industry continued to grow until fhe Great Depression. Between �933 and �935, unemployment in Orange County grew to�5 percent.This led to labor issues that culminated in a farm workers strike in�936. Another blow to the citrus industry occurred in the�95os with the spread of"Quick Decline" disease, which resulted in reduced crops and loss of trees. This, combined with the strong demand for housing after World War II and the need for developable real estate, began to diminish the once-powerful role of the citrus industry. By the late �ggos, the citrus packing industry had steadily moved out of Orange County. Three historic packinghouse complexes survive within Old Towne. The oldest existing packinghouse is the former Red Fox Orchards packinghouse, built in �9og, a Pueblo Revival, wood frame building at �z8 South Cypress Street. The Villa Park Orchard Association's packinghouse complex, built in �9�9, is located at 35o North Cypress Street. This former Santiago Orange Growers Association packing plant was built to take advantage of the Santa Fe Railway on the west side and the Pacific Electric on the east. The Villa Park Orchards Association's offices are located one block north of the packinghouse at 544 North Cypress Street. This building was formerly the segregated Cypress Street School, built in �93� to educate the Mexican and Mexican-American children of Cypress Street Barrio and EI Modena. SAVI's �93i headquarters are located at �54 North Glassell Street. Another building of agricultural importance is the Orange County Fruit Exchange, or Sunkist Building, located at �95 South Glassell Street. From the late �92os through the �94os, the Orange Mutual Citrus Association operated a packinghouse at 4z6 West Almond Avenue adjacent to the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe tracks. In later years, the Orange Cooperative Citrus Association occupied the building. Numerous other industrial buildings remain throughout Orange, concentrated around the railroad tracks running north-south parallel to Cypress Street. In �9z7, the Western Cordage Company, a rope manufacturer established in �9z3, moved into what had been the Richland Walnut Association Building at 50� West Palm Street. In �9z8, the California Wire Company (renamed the Anaconda Wire �ompany in �930) built a complex of industrial buildings adjacent to the rail line between Palm Avenue and Maple Avenue at zoo-zg6 North Cypress Street. The Chapman University Film School currently occupies a portion of the original complex. The buildings feature industrial steel windows and skylights to light the interior work areas. In �9�4, the Orange Contracting and Mifling Company built their yard and mill at zz.5 North Lemon Street. The false front industrial building consists of a wood frame sheathed with corrugated sheet metal panels. Another false front industrial building within the district is the structure at �45 North Lemon Street, which features pressed metal panels on the wall of the street fa4ade. Residential construction associated with industry in Orange centered on bungalows, which became popular, affordable housing for workers. Imitating #�e large, fzigh-style Craftsman homes +�-st�1i;,b u;� �-,�;a;-��,-, these homes were decidedly smaller, usually one story, and were less expensive to construct. Storekeepers, bakers, contractors, packinghouse operators, teachers, carpenters, and laborers occupied many of the bungalows that remain throughout Old Towne. .`�, �� _ .�-�-. ORANGE GErrERAL PLAN CR-Z1 CULTUR.AL RESOURCES , � -�_� - �-_•%=-�"� Immigration and Ethnic Diversity(circa�g�o-1g8o) Two international events had significant effects on EI Modena and Orange in the ig�os: the Mexican Revolution and World War I. Beginning around ig�o, many Mexican families came to the U.S., seeking refuge from the chaos sparked by the Mexican Revolution. When the U.S. entered Worid War I in �g�7, men across the country were drafted into the war effort. As a result,the fruit harvesting workforce dwindled,creating employment opportunities for these new immigrants. The increased demand for workers and the influx of Mexicans supported two vibrant communities:the Cypress Street Barrio and EI Modena. EI Modena By the �9zos, EI Modena began to take on a distinctly Mexican character. Many Mexican- American EI Modena families worked in packinghouses and orchards. The area was surrounded by fruit tree groves,isolating it from the rest of Orange. Isolation and segregation from white residents of Orange were ��^�^�=�facets of life for the residents of EI Modena and the Cypress Street Barrio. Many popular recreational activities were segregated, including movie theaters. Mexican-Americans were restricted from playing ball in public parks and their use of the community pool was limited to Mondays, because the pool was drained on Monday night. The impact was felt even at the schools, where Mexican-American student enrollment was restricted to "La Caballeriza" ("The Barn"),a two-room wooden schoolhouse behind the Lemon Street School. The breakthrough came in �947 when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of League of United Mendez v.Westminster sought a court injunction that would order integration of Latin American Citizens in the case Mendez v. schools in the Westminster,Santa Ana, Westminster, ordering that "school districts not Garden Grove,and EI Modena school segregate on the basis of national origin." In the districts. Basis for the suit was provided by wake of Mendez came the landmark Brown v. conditions in EI Modena where the Board o f Education decision in �954• As integration segregated Lincoln and Roosevelt schools slowly commenced, many disgruntled Anglo sat side-by-side on Chapman Avenue, families moved away, settling in newly drawn making an easy comparison of separate school districts that were often"re"-segregated. and unequal educational opportunities for Mexican-American children.The original Some of the small bungalows from this period still site of these two schools has since been exist in largely modified forms, typically with redeveloped. clapboard siding, gabled roofs, and small entry porches. The most significant commercial building from this period is "La Morenita," a market that still exists on the corner of Washington Avenue and Earlham Street. Around �9z9, the Moreno family, one of the oldest families in EI Modena, constructed the small, western false-front building. Cypress Street Barrio Mexican citrus workers settled on Cypress Street beginning in �893 when a packinghouse was built on the 30o block of North Cypress. Growers realized that having an easily accessible, stable, and permanently housed workforce assured a lessened chance of labor problems. Residents of the Cypress Street Barrio were a tight-knit group with many new ;�;_�.� ti-�- �:. O�rrcE GErrEx�. P�rr CR-12 '":�A"� '. CULTURAL RESOURCES . _.._r..-�� .� residents coming from the same villages in Mexico. Today, some residents can trace their family's neighborhood roots back four generations. To support this population, Cypress Str_e_et Barrio's small businesses included grocery stores, bakeries, tortillerias, restaurants, bathhouses, automobile shops, barbershops, and pool halls. The Friendly Center, Inc., one of the oldest non-profit family resource centers in Southern California, offered "Americanization" courses, homemaking classes, health clinics, and childcare services to Cypress Street Barrio residents. In addition,the popular jamaicas, or church street fairs,were held in front of the Friendly Center during the late i94os. The Cypress Street Barrio still retains some of its original early zoth-century character in the form of small bungalows, commercial buildings, and packinghouses. The Mission Revival style Friendly Center, Inc. building was built at 4zq. North Cypress in �9zz; the original structure has been remodeled for commercial and residential use. Among the long-standing businesses along North Cypress Street were the Cayatano "Pete" Cruz grocery store (49.0 North Cypress), Filiberto Paredes/Simon Luna/Emilia Luna's grocery store(q.�8 North Cypress) and Pete's Pool Hall(405 North Cypress). Very little physical evidence remains of Orange's segregation history. The most prominent example is the formerly segregated Cypress Street School at 544 North Cypress Street,which today ,"��.;--ar6�+E�-S�Cl-E2--�6-F--�}�-1 ' � � ��-�-�--T�,��;.at�e+� houses Chapman U_niver_sity's Huma_n__Resou.rces__Developme_n_t Research _P_rogram. The Colonial Theatre, located at �38 South Glassell Street, which was one of the few movie houses in Orange County where attendees of all races could sit side-by-side, still exists in a highly modified form. Interwar Development(circa t9Zo-�94�) As the citrus economy continued to flourish into the i9zos,the demand for housing grew and residential styles evolved. The California-oriented Craftsrrman houses were followed by European-influenced Tudor, Provincial, Medit�rranean, and Norman Revival styles. The Mediterranean Revival style was by far the most popular in Orange, and houses in this style that remain exist primarily on the outskirts of the Old Towne boundaries. Beginning in the i93os, Ranch and Minimal Traditional style homes became dorriinant due to the economic r��a;;,�constraints created by the Great Depression. Minimal Traditional homes tend to be boxy, with flat wall surfaces and little ornamentation or other detailing; they often feature simplified features of Tudor and Colonial Revival styles. Ranch homes became the most predominant type of housing built in the United States between the�93os and the ig6os. In addition to many existing homes in the Old Towne area, a number of Works Progress Administration (WPA) projects were built in Orange during this period.The State Emergency Relief Agency (SERA) and the WPA sponsored the construction of several structures, including the Bandshell and Bath House/Plunge in Hart Park(�933-�935), the downtown post office at Chapman Avenue and Lemon Street (�934-35), a new fire station at i53 South Olive Street, a $45,00o stadium at Orange Union High School (�935), and new bridges on both the Santa Ana River and Santiago Creek. The Orange-Olive school buildings at 303o N. Magnolia Street(also known as Olive Community Center)were also constructed by the WPA in the late �9zos. Of these structures,the fire station and bridges no longer remain. _;�.'�'�',� _y'�: - �-�.- __ - ORPNGE GENERAI� PT.AN CR-13 CULTURAL RESOURCES -�- -��_: -�-- �� Postwar Development(circa�g45-�975) World War II brought prosperity to Southern California's economy and ended the ravages caused by the Great Depression, which had devastated fruit prices. After World War II, returning soldiers and a massive influx of new residents to the state changed the face of California forever. Orange was no exception; its remaining open and agricultural space attracted developers of bedroom communities. By the �95os, many ranchers readily sold their acreage; orange groves were succumbing to the "Quick Decline" disease and the demand for real estate for housing construction soared. Orange's explosive suburban residential growth began in �953 and peaked in �96z, when thousands of acres of land were sold for development. Between �95o and �960, the local population swelled from �o,000 to z6,000 as former orchards were torn out and replaced with subdivisions of single-family homes. Most of the larger tracts (50-�0o homes)were built by outside developers, though a few local developers worked on a smaller scale. One of the more notable developers working in Orange during this period was Joseph Eichler,who built three tracts to the north and east of Old Towne.These Eichler developments brought distinct elegance, originality, and modern design principles to suburban homes. Eichler Homes Between�949 and�974,Joseph Eichler built about��,000 homes in California, including 575 in Southern California, of which 305 are in Orange. Frank Lloyd Wright's Usonian building principles, which included integration with the natural landscape, the use of indigenous materials, and an aesthetic to appeal to the "common man," gave Eichler ideas for his own suburban tract housing. Eichler hired a series of progressive firms, including Anshen &Allen, Jones & Emmons, and Claude Oakland Associates, to design innovative, modern, and affordable homes for California's growing middle class consumers. For over two decades, Eichler Homes would utilize streamlined production methods, specialized construction materials, an innovative marketing campaign, and one of the first non-discriminatory suburban housing policies in the country to change the shape of California's suburbs. Chapman University Chapman College was founded in �86� as Hesperian College in Woodland, California by the Disciples of Christ. By �9zo, Hesperian College merged with the new Los Angeles-based California Christian College. The major benefactor to California Christian College was Fullerton citrus rancher Charles Clarke Chapman, and in �934 the college was renamed Chapman College. After World War II, as returning veterans with G.I. Bill funding filled college classrooms across the nation, Chapman College required a larger campus to accommodate the increased student population. When the Orange Unified School District proposed building a new high school, Chapman College purchased the old Orange Union High School campus at Glassell Avenue and Palm Street. Chapman College moved to this site in �954 and became the first four-year, accredited college in Orange County. Over the years, Chapman has continued to expand its education programs, enrollment, and campus facilities. In �977, a School of Business and Management (now known as the George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics)was established. The Law School was added in �_ ,_-,�� .>�, _ ��:: ORANGE GENExAL PLAN CR-14 -f--��'=�^`��=� =•''='- CULTURAL RESOURCES �995�As a result of its academic development, Chapman College became Chapman University in �99�. Throughout the i9gos, enrollment grew by more than 4o percent and the University has constructed new facilities, including a building for the new Coilege of Film and Media Studies and an athletic complex. Physical Development The surge in Orange's population in the i95os and �g6os created a need for new government buildings to replace the early City Hall, Fire Station, and Carnegie Library. The Orange Public Library (then addressed as �oi North Center Street, but now as 407 East Chapman Avenue) was completed in �g6�, replacing the original �9io Carnegie Library. Welton Becket and Associates designed a new civic center completed in �963 on the site of the �9zi City Hall. Several fire stations were constructed during the �96os, including new headquarters on South Grand Streef in�g6g.A new main post office was constructed on Tustin Street in i97i. New business districts were also created during the mid-�95os, diminishing downtown Orange's importance as the city's major commercial center. Major shopping centers opened on the corners of Tustin Street, Chapman Avenue, Collins Avenue, Glassell Street, North Batavia Street, East Katella Avenue, Meats Avenue, Main Street, and La Veta Avenue, attracting supermarkets, restaurants, hardware stores, banks and gas stations. Shopping centers built during the �g6os and �97os include Town and Country Village Shopping Center, the Mall of Orange(now the Village at Orange),and The City Shopping Center(now the Block at Orange). In the �g6os and �97os, the ever-growing City of Orange annexed surrounding areas and towns, including portions of EI Modena. The majority of construction from the postwar period remains largely intact, including the three Eichler tracts, Chapman University, City Civic Center, and numerous other commercial, residential,and civic buildings. �975-Present During the postwar suburban construction boom, the most desirable land for subdivisions was the flat coastal plain where cities such as Garden Grove, Westminster, and Costa Mesa developed. By the late i96os, construction slowed. Further development stalled with the energy crisis of�973. By the �g8os, however, the foothills to the east of EI Modena became prime real estate. Orange Park Acres, which lies between Chapman Avenue and Santiago Canyon Road, was first subdivided in �9z8, but most of the area was annexed by the City of Orange during the �99os. In �g89, the City of Orange and the Irvine Company adopted the East Orange General Plan, a proposal that encouraged a mix of residential, commercial, and recreational uses for the area east of Orange Park Acres towards Irvine Park and Peters Canyon.The Orange campus of Rancho Santiago Community�ollege was constructed in�9g5 and became Santiago Canyon College in t997. Most construction from this period remains intact. Once the flatlands were fully developed, the remaining undeveloped lands that were previously thought to be too expensive or complicated to develop, including the hillsides, became much more desirable. In zoo5, the City approved a development proposal for the remaining undeveloped hillsides to the east of Orange and within its sphere of influence _ :.�.-..�- = :��.�-- ..��=-�� O�GE GErrs� P� CR-15 CULTURAL RESOURCES " . ,_�x_� - (SOI). This new development, consisting of approximately 4,00o homes, is known as Santiago Hills II and East Orange. The development area is located adjacent to the Irvine Ranch Land Reserve, and has significantly expanded the boundaries of Orange towards the east. . _ Archaeological Resources The context statement for archaeological resources in the City of�range represents The full text of the Archeological Historic Context Statement for the City of Orange,including a synthesis of over 5o years of surveys, citations and maps indicating portions of the excavations, and analysis of mat2r�1. planning area with potential for prehistoric and cufture, written documents and records, historic archeological resources,is provided in the and oral histories undertaken by Cultural Resources Technical Report,which archaeologists at federal, state, and local accompanies the General Plan EIR. agencies and in the private sector.To date, over 5o surveys have been conducted within the City or its surrounding unincorporated areas. Most of these have been small in size (less than �o acres), although a few have investigated hundreds or thousands of acres. These larger projects have been confined to relatively undeveloped areas, such as Burruel Point, Santiago Creek, or the unincorporated east Orange hills within the City's sphere of influence (SOI). These surveys have resulted in the recording of only z5 or so sites within the City, although others have been documented along the coast or in other portions of Orange County. Prehistoric Setting Orange County falls within the San Diego sub-region of the southern coast archaeological region of California.The history of the archaeology of this period in Southern California reads like a novel, with accounts of nationalism and competition between ambitious institutional collectors (e.g., museums, universities, public institutions). Intense and competitive, but unsystematic institutional collecting persisted in the region into the twentieth century. An initial framework of regional prehistory was in place by the �95os. This framework is not specific to Orange County; however, elements of it are derived from work at Newport and Laguna Beaches.The generally accepted framework recognizes four broad temporal periods or cultural horizons. These are the Paleo-coastal or Early Man Period dating to more than �o,000 years ago; the Millingstone Period, falling between �o,000 years ago and 3,00o years ago; the Intermediate Period from 3,00o years to i,35o years ago; and, the Late Prehistoric Period from�,35o to 65o years ago. Paleo-coastal Tradition Initial occupation is thought to have occurred more than �o,000 years ago in Southern California. The view is that early occupants were mobile foragers primarily dependent on hunting terrestrial game. Recent archaeological evidence from some coasta( sites indicates the systematic and intensive use of marine resources, including shellfish,during this period. One immensely important find was the partial remains of a woman on Santa Rosa Island (Channel Islands) in �959• Now known as the Arlington Springs Woman,the find consisted of two femurs recovered at a depth of approximately 3o feet.The discovery was excavated in a block and transported to the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. In �98g, samples of �-:��. .�-�:r-,. :��::_�. ORA�rGE GExERAL PT.AN CR-16 �- - " CULTURAL RESOURCES the bone were submitted for chemical and radiocarbon analysis. The resulting estimate of the age of the remains suggests the individual was buried approximately �3,00o years ago, making the Arlington Springs Woman one of the oldest finds of human remains in the Americas. Millingstone Period Sites dating from around 8,00o years before present(B.P.) are far more common than those from the Paleo-coastal Tradition period. They typically include groundstone assemblages, indicating a probable dependence on hard seeds. At coastal sites, there is continued evidence of a wide variety of marine resource exploitation, most commonly shelifish. Some archeologists believe that terrestrial game still provided the foundation of the diet. Others note that the abundance of Millingstone Horizon sites suggests a sedentary settlement system, rather than a mobile foraging pattern. Under the sedentary settlement system, central settlements would be supplied from special purpose camps and task sites. Sites of this time period typically yield large numbers of inetates and manos, as well as unique artifacts of unknown use,called cogged stones or discoidals. The Intermediate Period At about 3,00o years B.P., important changes began to occur in settlement, technology, and subsistence intensification caused by a growing population. Changes included increased use of acorns, elaborate fishing technology, and a diverse arsenal of hunting tools.The apparent disuse of the Newport Coast area durir�g this period is thought to have indicated the arrival of Shoshonean-speaking groups from the deserts to the east. Archaeologists believe these people were proto-Gabrieleno and Luisen"o who were not yet familiar with marine resources. Late Prehistoric Perrod By the Late Prehistoric Period, beginning approximately �,35o years B.P., high population densities and complex political, social, technological, and religious systems existed throughout the Los Angeles Basin. Economic systems, based primarily around growing marine fisheries, became more diverse and intensive. The growing geographic complexity of trade networks is reflected in shell-bead currency and a variety of materials traded to or acquired from remote locations. Technological improvements are apparent in the appearance of the bow and arrow, the plank canoe in coastal sites, and evidence of a broad variety of marine resources, including mammals and fish taken in deep sea environments. Settlements became permanent towns supported by temporary camps set up at resource procuremerit sites. Archaeological evidence of this time period includes the presence of arrowheads, soapstone bowls, callus shell beads, steatite effigies, and cremations. This period ended abruptly when Spanish colonists began establishing missions along the California coast. Ethnographic Setting The planning area is situated within the ethnographic territory of the Gabrielino Indians of California. Gabrielino lands included most of present-day Los Angeles and Orange Counties, and several offshore islands. The Gabrielino spoke a Cupan language in the Takic family, which in turn is a member of the Uto-Aztecan linguistic stock. The Gabrielino people lived in �,�� _ �. - -� .� ,�..,_-�: -- - .� �. O�rrGE GErrE�z P�rr CR-17 CULTURAL RESOURCES � " �< either permanent or semi-permanent villages. Known settlement locations seem to have favored two different locales; coastal estuaries and.major inland watercourses. Viflages are thought to have been the focus of family life, with each individual group linked to others by paternal kinship relations. Coastal Gabrielino exploited bay and kelp-bed fish, shellfish, and occasionally sea mammals. Inland groups collected and processed plants and hunted deer, � bear, quail, and other terrestrial game. Gabrielino culture was heavily affected by colonial Spanish missionary efforts long before systematic ethnographic studies could be conducted, indeed before there was such a discipline as ethnography. Disease and forced participation in the mission system disrupted ' most traditional cultural ways of life and resulted in a catastrophic reduction of the native population. Information about their material culture and lifeways is very limited and derived largely from historical sources, such as the diaries and records of early missionaries, soldiers, and explorers. While traveling through the area in �769, Father Juan Crespi, a missionary, noted the presence of a large village, Hotuuknga, upstream from present day Olive on the north side of the Santa Ana River. Crespi wrote that 5z Indians came to greet them and accepted blankets, beads, and other goods. When he returned two years later, the group was hostile and the Spaniards quickly continued on their way. As late as the �87os, a small "Indian camp"was visible on the north side of Santiago Creek just west of the Glassell Street crossing. What little ethnographic information is available suggests that the Late Prehistoric Gabrielino settlement patfern may have been characterized by a complex of central villages occupied by family lineages and smaller special-purpose sites where specific resources were extracted or where food or other resources were collected for transportation back to central villages. Such a pattern is consistent with the "collector" economic model for complex hunter- gatherer societies such as the Gabrielino. Historical5etting � � As mentioned previously, major themes and eras in Orange's history include colonization, early settlement, agriculture and industry, immigration and ethnic diversity, interwar development, and postwar development. Considered in light of these themes and eras, places of particular archaeological interest include rancho sites, Old Towne, EI Modena, McPherson, and Olive. Physical developments of particular interest include the railroad, packinghouses, private homes, and civic buildings. Social developments of particular interest include ethnic settlement, labor issues, and segregation. Orange's early settlers, commercial enterprises, and public facilities had no modern-day waste disposal facilities. Typically, outdoor sanitation facilities (privies or outhouses) were placed within private property at the rear of the properties, close to alleys. Household trash items (discarded bottles and dishes, food remains, and broken objects)were often disposed of by spreading across the back or side yards and then covering with dirt(creating horizontal layers of discarded refuse)or by digging pits to hold garbage and then covering with dirt. According to City sanitation records (these records do not extend to EI Modena, Olive, etc.), sewer lines were installed in the streets and into parcels within Orange and the general area of the Cypress Street Barrio between i9�� and �9�4(after�9�5, almost all new development in Orange included provision of sewer lines). While the City provided the pipes necessary for �...�.:.�� :�*� - �-� Ox�rrGE GErrEz� PLarr CR-18 ' : '''' . CULTURAL RESOURCES individual hook ups into the system, it was up to the landowner to install fiushing toilets and sinks, and some residents continued to use outhouses for many years after the main sewer line was installed. As outhouses were abandoned, they were often filled in with discarded household debris, creating sealed deposits.These �gth century refuse deposits often contain information on household demographics, cultural heritage traditions, economic status, and other research topics that is not available through written documentation. In Orange, deposits associated with early Hispanic communities, Chinese settlers, German immigrants, religious organizations, and other heritage or belief groups have the potential to provide glimpses of the daily lives of Orange's early settlers. In Cypress Street Barrio's and EI Modena's early settlement period, deposits associated with Quakers can provide artifacts and other organic material useful in interpreting the influence of religious beliefs on material culture, the everyday practice of a religious philosophy, status, the role of women and children in the household,and other topics not always addressed in the written record. Archaeological deposits associated with warehouses, ditches, and workers' camps are potentially present at any igth and early zoth century packinghouse location within the City. As with residential areas, industrial work sites established outhouses, waste disposal areas, and residential areas for workers.Often, large organizations employed on-site blacksmiths to maintain freight wagons and shoe stock, and fix machinery and tools. Analysis of functional use areas can aid in reconstructions of�gth-century technology, industrial design and layout, and technological changes, innovations, or modifications made at individual company sites. Household debris discarded at workers' camps allows a comparison of the economic and social status of foremen, managers, owners, and laborers (as interpreted through the material culture). Such debris also allows insights into division of labor camps based on cultural heritage, comparisons of conditions at camps owned by different companies, and other research topics that can enrich the known history and interpretation of Orange's important agricultural and industrial development. New developments and existing urban areas of the City continued to tie into the City's ever- expanding sewer system in the Interwar Development period, eliminating the potential for hollow-filled significant archaeological deposits associated with individual households. Rural areas, however, relied on outhouses or septic systems and were often responsible for disposal of their own household trash. Deposits associated with farmhouses, small scale orange growers, and agricultural enterprises have the potential to allow interpretation of individual farm and household response to the Depression, adaptations in diet and material culture in light of reduced economic status, changes in farm technology or equipment in light of the Depression,and other topics related to interpreting this era of Orange history. The explosive growth of Orange and establishment of planned subdivisions in the Postwar - Development period is unlikely to have resulted in significant archaeological deposits. By the end of World War II, new developments included installation of sewer, water, and electrical utilities. New homeowners and tenants were provided with garbage collection services, and the likelihood of encountering significant archaeological deposits associated with this period is considered low. �=-�� "� �.;._ _- O�rrGE GErrEx�r, Pr..Arr CR-19 CULTi3RAL RESOURCES t� �='�._•_:: ,-- �� Orange' s Public Library System Orange's Public Library was founded prior to incorporation in �885, making it one of the oldest public libraries in Orange County. Postmaster Robert E.Tener donated his collection of about 30o books and ran the library as a private organization, using dues from the members to build and maintain the collection. The library itself was housed in the Post Office Building on South Glassell Street. It remained as a private organization until �894 when it was turned over to the newly-formed City. In �go5, the collection needed a new building and was granted a Carnegie building to house the library on the corner of Center Street and Chapman Avenue, where the Main Library is still located today. In �96�,the original Carnegie building was demolished and a �7,00o square foot building was erected, increasing in size to provide service to an anticipated population of 40,000. An expanded new Orange Public Library & History Center reopened on April z�, zoo7. At 45,00o square feet, the new library building includes a Children's Library, Teen Zone, Homework Center and a History Center. ISSUES , GOALS � AND POLICIES The goals and policies of the Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation Element address five issues: (�) identifying and protecting historic resources, (z) protecting neighborhood character, (3)providing incentives and expanding education efforts for historic preservation, (4) recognizing and protecting archeological and cultural resources within the planning area, and (5) meeting life-ling learning needs of residents through provision of library services. Implementation programs related to these goals and policies are contained in the General � Plan appendix. Architecture and Community Character One of the most distinguishing features of Orange is the community's dedication to recognizing, acknowledging, and preserving its past. The NRHP-listed Old Towne Historic District has the largest number of resources of any historic district in California, and provides a strong sense of place in the City and a unique identity within Orange County as a whole. The City recognizes that the architectural strength of Old Towne results from the contextual environment of historic structures, and further recognizes that in some cases, individual structures are best appreciated in a neighborhood context. The City also realizes that some individual structures worthy of protection may not be located within an intact historic neighborhood (for example, historic farmhouses located throughout the City or La Morenita market in EI Modena). Historic preservation in Old Towne has been a significant factor in the revitalization and economic vitality of downtown Orange, resulting in increased property values and low vacancy rates. Old Towne preservation has created a potential model for other locations within the City. However, efforts to identify and protect resources beyond Old Towne have been limited. The City seeks to build upon the successes of Old Towne and the existing historic preservation program, to use new techniques and technologies to assist in historic ��.,.�� -�u��- �..:�-�. O�xGE GErrE� P�rr CR-20 `� ""r�': CULTURAL RESOURCES preservation, and to prepare for a future wherein an increasing number of resources wifl qualify as potentially historic. GOAL i.o: Identify and preserve potential and listed historic resources, including buildings, structures, objects, sites, districts, and archaeological resources citywide. Policy�.�: Maintain an accessible inventory of designated and potential historic resources. Policy�.z: Promote community education and awareness of the significance of Orange's potential and listed historic resources. Policy�.3: Provide long term assurance that potential and listed historic resources will - be used, maintained, and rehabilitated in conformance with Secretary of the Interior's Stanctards for the Treatment o f Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring and Preserving Historic Buildings (Secretary's Standards). Policy�.4: Encourage alternatives to demolition such as architecturally-compatible rehabilitation, adaptive re-use, new construction, and relocation. Policy�.5: Require that no permit for alteration or demolition of properties identified in the Orange Historic Resources Inventory as potential historic resources shall be issued until aiternatives to demolition have been duly considered. Policy�.6: Promote the preservation of cultural and historicaf resources controlled by governmental agencies, including those related to City, School District, and other agencies. Preserving Historic Neighborhood Character Historic preservation goes beyond protecting a select number of buildings. The overall goal of historic preservation is to link current residents to the City's rich heritage, create a sense of place, and protect architectural context and diversity. Preservation efforts should enhance neighborhoods by rehabilitating individual structures and addressing neighborhood character in areas that are rich in history but that may not retain enough integrity to qualify as local, state, or national historic districts. While they may not have high integrity, these neighborhoods are culturally, historically, and architecturally significant and feature distinct physical and/or architectural characteristics. GOAL z.o Identify and preserve neighborhoods that are culturally and historically significant but do not retain sufficient integrity for eligibility as a local, state,or national district. Poficy z.�: Encourage identification and listing of Neighborhood Character Areas within the EI Modena, Cypress Street Barrio, Railroad/Packinghouse Corridor, and Orange Park Acres neighborhoods. Policy z.z: Promote community and visitor awareness and education concerning the unique and special history and architecture found in Neighborhood Character Areas. ��=�-�:� �__y --- O�rrGE GErrExrr� Pzrarr CR-21 n -Y CULTURAL RESOURCES �� '� '� - �`""�� Policy z.3: Ensure that those qualities that contribute to the historic character of designated Neighborhood Character Areas are retained through application of design guidelines consistent with the local context and key physical attributes of each neighborhood. Incentives and Education Historic resources throughout the City provide opportunities for both rehabilitation and adaptive reuse as commercial, residential, or office spaces. Encouragement and incentives to achieve long-term preservation and context-sensitive reuse of historic buildings will be provided through financial, planning, and zoning tools that assist property owners seeking to rehabilitate and preserve their homes and buildings. Many of these resources also provide opportunities to promote community awareness and support for historic preservation through public education. GOAL 3.0: Provide incentives and expand education efforts for historic preservation. Policy 3.i: Expand education efforts to facilitate and encourage historic preservation and recognition of the City's historic resources. Policy 3.z: Provide incentives to encourage and support historic preservation. Policy 3.3: Actively seek funding for historic preservation activities. Policy 3.4: Leverage recognition of the City's historic preservation program, participate directly in federal and state historic preservation programs, and gain access to designated historic preservation funding. Policy 3.5: Explore additional funding sources for maintenance and rehabilitation of historic resources. Archaeological and Cultural Resources Orange County is rich in human history, with a record of occupation by many cultures. The City recognizes the importance of preserving archaeological resources and making them accessible for educational purposes as a means of understanding our cultural heritage. GOAL 4.0: Identify and preserve archaeological and cultural resources. Policy 4.�: Identify, designate, and protect historically and culturally significant archaeological resources or sites. Policy 4.z: Recognize the importance of Santiago Creek as an archaeological resource. Policy 4.3: Encourage curation of any cultural resources ar�d artifacts recovered in the City for public education and appreciation. Policy 4.4: Celebrate the cultural history of the community by increasing community awareness through the design features of public projects and facilities such as parks, plazas,and community buildings. Policy 4.5: Encourage private development to celebrate the cultural history of the community through project design. _,_...� ��°. _._ �,� ORANGE GErrE� P�rr CR-22 ----==->-�"��=�== --. CULTURAL RESOURCES Policy 4.6: Provide additional resources and promotion for the Orange Public Library Local History Collection. Library Services The Orange Public Library has been providing library services to residents since �885. The Library has always played a central role in the development of civic life in Orange, and continues to do so today and in the future through its presence as both a formal and informal community gathering place.This role will become increasingly important as the population of Orange continues to grow and diversify. GOAL 5.0: Meet the educational, cultural, civic, information, recreation, business, and life-long learning needs of residents through the provision of library resources. Policy 5.�: Continue to expand, coordinate and modernize the City's public library system, ensuring that it becomes the premier information and learning resource for the City to meet the needs of Orange's growing and diverse population. Policy 5.z: Support the strategies and recommendations of the Orange Public Library Facilities Master Plan zooz-2ozo, and continue to explore new strategies that make the library accessible to all members of the community. Policy 5.3: Work with the community to assess, select, organize, and maintain desired collections of library materials and information sources and make these materials available to the public free of charge to promote information literacy. Policy 5.4: Promote collaborations among community groups, educational institutions and the Public Library to enhance sharing of information, resources and financial support for library facilities,services and programs. Policy 5.5: Provide friendly and welcoming library facilities that support the creation of both formal and informal neighborhood commons. CULTURAL RESOURCES & HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN Orange has traditionally focused its historic preservation efforts primarily on Old Towne. Since ig8z, when the City of Orange undertook its first historic resources survey, enacted its first historic preservation element, and established the Old Towne Historic District through a zoning overlay, historic preservation has been a significant factor in the revitalization and economic vitality of Orange's historic downtown. The current process of establishing an historic district is through a zoning overlay as outlined in the Zoning Ordinance; the City does not have a Historic Preservation Ordinance. By combining historic district designation with design standards, design review, and preservation incentives, the historic character of Old Towne has been maintained and preserved. As part of this effort, the City has developed public programs that provide City residents with a variety of informational tools advertising different options for historic preservation. The City actively promotes the Old Towne Design Standards, educates the public regarding architectural styles found in Old Towne, and _._�. ... -._� --i=: _ _ _p°� �:k=. ORr.rrGE GEr�z�. Px�rr CR-23 CULTURAL RESOURCES ,;� �� •-�-- provides public information on the Mills Act program, which provides incentives that may reduce property taxes on historic buildings in exchange for,^^�^^�;,+^ ��^��rehabilitation and__maintenance of the owner's historic resource. City Hall makes all of this information available, in addition to preservation maps and brochures, and City staff includes experts who work on historic preservation projects throughout the City.A Design Review Committee reviews building projects throughout Old Towne. Achievements of the Old Towne preservation program have been recognized by the community, and throughout fhe region. However, other potential historic districts and individual resources within the City do not receive the same attention. The City has a unique opportunity to examine and learn from the Old Towne experience, and to redefine the goals of its preservation program.This Cultural Resources&Historic Preservation Element includes issues, goals, and policies directed at facilitating a comprehensive preservation program. Figure CR-z presents additional resources recommended for designation within the City. Subsequent portions of the Plan describe intended programs and objectives associated with "these resources. Architecture and Community Character The City's original Preservation Element and current historic preservation program focus on preservation of neighborhoods, specifically Old Towne. This approach, which has been extremely successful, does not address the full extent or quality of architectural resources in Orange. The City of Orange, which has evolved and developed over the course of more than �oo years, contains significant concentrations of properties that reflect a variety of architectural styles,patterns of development,and important cultural history. Old Towne Orange Old Towne Orange, comprising the central Plaza, surrounding commercial buildings, and four adjacent residential quadrants, represents the period of development when the City evolved from pioneer settlement into thriving center of the Orange County citrus industry. Originally settled in the mid- to late-�800s, after the dissolution of Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana, Orange emerged as a robust industrial and commercial center between�888 and �940. Citrus and construction-related materials yards, packinghouses, and shipping and receiving businesses all flourished within the three short blocks between the Plaza and Santa Fe rail lines. Development over this 50-year period is represented by distinct styles of architecture, methods of construction, and details of craftsmanship, examples of which have been substantially retained over the ensuing years. Many commercial, residential, civic, and religious buildings from Orange's early settlement years remain today, in addition to Plaza Square, developed in the �88os. Early homes were built in the Victorian or Queen Anne style, characterized by a vertical emphasis with simple, jigsawn ornamentation, particularly around the porch, windows and entry. Prior to World War I, residential styles evolved to include Classical Revival, Craftsman and Bungalow, and Mediterranean Revival examples. Eichler Homes Between�949 and�974,Joseph Eichler built about��,000 homes in California, including 575 in Southern California, of which 305 are in Orange. Once a successful butter-and-egg wholesaler ��, - .;�-. -::_-�.--}- O�xGE GErraRn t P�rr CR-24 ` "'" " CULTURAL RESOURCES in New York, Eichler drew inspiration for his change in profession from his time renting Frank ' Lloyd Wright's Bazett House.Wright's Usonian building principles, which included integration - with the natural landscape, the use of indigenous materials,and an aesthetic to appeal to the "common man," inspired Eichler to incorporate similar principles into his suburban tract homes. For over two decades, Eichler Homes would employ streamlined production methods, specialized construction materials, an innovative marketing campaign, and one of the first non-discriminatory suburban housing policies in the country to change the shape of America's suburbs. =�-�..�.�-,�-�_- ,.. _ =�„�-r._.�� `.�,_ _,,�- O�rrGE GErrE�. Px�.rr CR-25 �""� "/"� ".� z �f�, ;. :r� � �� I rl ' m .�'-^ ------ � � \ � - .. � � � 1 1 m � ,, •,, f_.. ' I � t -- - � I �- "r;�� 0 0 � � I � � �� L.1 Z �`. 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The three Eichler tracts (see Figure CR-z) include Fairhaven, consiructed in southeast Orange from �g6o-�96z; Fairmeadow, constructed in ` rrorth Orange in �g63; and Fairhiffs, constructed in easf Orange from �963-�g64. They typify + the eclectic mix of Eichler's California-modern aesthetic, and his affinity for high-quality, architect-designed "modernism for the masses." The residences in all three tracts remain largely unaltered and are a source of great pride for residents. Orange's Eichlers atfest to the high quality of materials and craftsmanship used in Eichler homes, and serve as a reminder of early suburban integration in Southern California. Due to their architectural significance and . integrity, these three tracts appear to be eligible for listing as historic districts in local, state, and national registers. The City has an opportunity to recognize a significant part of its post- WWII development hisfory. Individual Resources � Certain resources are worthy of protection as individual resources. These properties may be significant because of their relative rarity, notable architecture, links to cultural history, or their association with significant people.Two examples are discussed below. Farmhouses In its early years, Orange flourished as a farming community. The Plaza and downtown were dwarfed by surrounding expanses of citrus groves. Many residents fived on farms that stretched in all directions. With modernization and growth, most of the area's citrus groves and associated farms have been subdivided and redeveloped for residenfial or industrial uses. According to previous historic resource surveys, several late igth century farmhouses still exist in areas that would have been the outskirts of the original City core and in dispersed locations throughout Orange. These farmhouses, and any original outbaildings that remain on each property, are among the only tangible resources that remain to denote Orange's significant history as an agricultural community. While the City�has surveyed many of the individual farmhouses, regulations tailored to preservation of these resources are needed to ensure that these remnants of Orange's early citrus history retain their integrity and receive appropriate community recognition. La Morenita Around �gzg, a small western false-front market was constructed by the Moreno family, one of the ofdest families currently living in EI Modena.The market, called La Morenita, still exists on the corner of Washington Avenue and Earlham Street. The building was constructed at a time when many Mexican-American EI Modena families worked in packinghouses and orchards in the nearby neighborhoods of Villa Park, Placentia, and Orange. A market like La Morenita provided necessary household and personal items for the surrounding Mexican- American community.As an important symbol of EI Modena's Mexican-American heritage, La Morenita is also eligible for listing on a local register. �,•;�-�..;�-- - �-�:,,r �: O�aNC-E GENERA?, PZ�AN CR-29 CLT�,'�TJi�.L �.t�SO"uRC�S � e_�._; - `��--=""�� P�eservation 'I'eols California and Local Register Criteria A variety of preservation tools are avaifable 1) The resource is associated�vith events that to assist the City in identifying and have made a significant contribution to broad patters of locai or regional history or preserving potential and listed . historic the cu[tural heritage of California or the resources. United States. z) The resource is associated with the lives of Orange►nventory persons important to local,California or The City will continue to maintain an national history. accessible and periodically updated 3) The resource embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type,period,region,or inventory of potential historic resources. All method of construction or represents the surveyed properties will be included in the work of a master or possesses high artistic City's Inventory of Historic Resources value. (Orange Inventory), and the Orange 4) The resource has yielded,or has the Inventory wili be a valuable planning tool to potential to yield,information important to be used in evaluating possible impacts a the prehistory or history of the local area, proposed project might have on previously California orthe nation. evaluated potential and identified historic resources. Properties to be included in the Orange Inventory include those that have been surveyed, but that may not have complete documentation as to their historical, cultural, or architectural significance. The City will formafly recognize the architectural and archaeo(ogical reconnaissance survey prepared in conjunction with the Cultural Resources&Nistoric Preservation Element, and will incorporate the findings into the existing Inventory. The Orange Inventory serves as a valuable resource for consideration of potentiaf historically significant resources when undertaking environmental review for projects. Historic Context Statement Historic context statemenfs have been prepared for the City, asweil as for several individual neighborhoods within Orange, in tandem with this General Plan updateZ. Historic context statements document themes significant to community history and culture, and can be used both to educate the community regarding the significance of places and times in Orange's past and to identify,document,and evafuate the significance of historic resources. The City will formally recognize the historic context statement prepared in conjunction with the Cultural Resources & Historic Preservation E(ement, and will use the statement as a tool to evaluate potential historical resources. The City will also update the statement on an ongoing basis through coilaborative partnerships with local organizations and universities. Orange Register o f Historic Resources The City will create a Local Register of Historic Resources (Historic Register)which will serve as a local register of historical resources under CEQA. The criferia for listing in the Hisforic Register will be the same as for listing in the CRNR, as such criferia may be updated from time to time by the Stafe of California. To be listed in the Historic Register, a property or district must demonstrate eligibility under one or more of four basic significance criteria, be 'These historic context statements are on file in the Community Development Department. ,._ _-_.,_ ".�,�^-". --.�- , ,��,� _ . -� "="�:-�..��..�.._:- ORP�GS C-ENE�S, P_r,.�N CR-30 , i._. �-�'^ �-�—,�::`:'"� :;8_�""�+Tv'ic��' `� �F31�Z El L�.L�i. ��t�E�.�� representative of at feast one �heme identiiied in fhe Historic Con�ex� Statemerr�, and retain substantial infegrity. Upon estabfishing the Historic Register, alf previously evaluated resources that have been designated or officially determined eligible ior listing in the NRHP and�or CRHR will be automatically listed in the Historic Register. The Historic Register will inc(ude all contributors to NRHP- and�or CRHR-listed historic districts, as well as individual resources listed on the Historic Register and contributors to listed local historic districts. Notwithstanding the foregoing, "historical resource" for fhe purposes of CEQA means "historic district" in the case of a contributor to an historic district. The City will expand upon existing procedures for designation of local resources to expressly include separate or individual resources, structures, objects, sites, as well as districts and archaeological resources. Resources identified as potentially eligible in the Orange Inventory may be listed in the Historic Register if they meet the criteria noted above. Specifically, the City intends to pursue Historic Register listing for the three Eichler Tracts as historic districts and the approximately 60 �otential individually eligible resources identified in the reconnaissance survey accompanying the General Plan update and shown on Figure CR-z. The City will also expand upon the existing procedure for designation of local historic districts.The procedure for designation of such districts should be interactive with property owners, should encourage participation in the listing process, and should include at least one mailing to property owners of record inviting them to public workshops to discuss proposed Historic Register listing. Alterations to or new construction on sites with listed historic resources shall be subject to City staff and�or DRC review and approval as outlined in Section i7.�o.090 (Demolition Review) of the Municipal Code, in the Old Towne Design Standards (updated �999), �n the City's Local CEQA Guidelines(updated zoo6),or in other adopted design standards. Until such time as an Historic Register is established, the City will use the Orange Inventory only to the extent that potential historic resources surveyed, listed in, or eligible for listing in the CRHR have been identified. Once the Historic Register is established,the City will use the Nistoric Register to identify hisforic resources for purposes of CEQA, NHPA, and National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) review of proposed projects. Historic resources listed in the Historic Register shall have a presumption of significance pursuant to CEQA Section z�o84.� and shall be treated as historic resources under CEQA. Historic Resource Management The City will expand DRC and Community Development Department staff authority to administer the Orange Inventory survey, Historic Register listings, design review procedures, and demolition permits. To increase awareness of historic resources and reduce potential harm to such resources, the City will establish a system to ensure that review and approval by Community Development Departmenf staff and/or the DRC must take place before the whole or partial demolition of certain types of buildings. Such buildings would include those surveyed as potential historic resources in the Orange Inventory, those listed in the Historic Regisfer, or those previously unevaluated properties within a designated historic district or Neighborhood Character Area that are more than 45 years old. Currenf ordinances may require amendment to incorporate preservation goals. � �.-- --- �:.�.-�. -� �.�� W� <�~� ._.�< O�lvc-� GErn�s P�ia CR-31 , �L3LT u�ZAT� RL S Ot��2C�,S ,. ,�,��,_; � 'µ-T=�-�`� Mainfenance and Rehabifitat�on The City will work with property owners to ensure that potentia! historic resources in the Orange Inventory and listed historic resources in the Historic Regisfer are maintained in good repair and that property owners take steps to pi-event severe deterioration or demolition caused by negfecf. Incentives for maintenance and rehabilitation may include grants and low interest loans, property tax relief, and other benefits to owners of listed historic resources to encourage affirmative, active maintenance. The_N_lills Act _progra�will_be_expa.rSded_to itLclu�e_I�e�histQric_r�sQurces� tise_Historic 3e�ister,_Eichler t�acts, and_other pot�rttial h�s�osic�e�Q.�ceS�n h��.t�Q��.properties.are designated. The City will also develop disincentives for not maintaining inventoried potential historic resources or listed historic resources, including penalties and fines for lack of maintenance upon serving of notice. Additional provisions may also be made for vacant and vandalized invenforied potenfiaf historic resources or listed historic resources. Such provisions may include barricading and protection. The City supports contemporary uses that require minimal change to defining physical characteristics of potential or lisfed historic resources, especially adapfive reuse projects that meet contemporary needs, including housing or commercial uses. To achieve these objectives, the City wifl prepare, implement, and update design guidelines and/or standards for districts containing potential or listed historic resources. The City will identify smaller character areas where concentrations of potential or listed historic resources reflect unique senses of time and place. In some instances this character may be manifested in utilitarian or decorative features, such as agricultural irrigation implements, decorative curbing, and stone neighborhood monuments. The City will develop guidelines for preservation of that character in bui(dings,structures,landscape,and other site features.The City will also continue to maintain publicly-owned potential and listed historic resources. Alternatives to Demolitron The City will work with local preservation organizations and property owners wishing to demolish potential or lisfed historic resources to identify potential alternatives to demolition, and will explore alternatives, including building refocation and sale or transfer of ownership, prior to demolition of privately- or publicly-owned historic resources. Furthermore, the City . will consider updates to current demolition ordinances to protect potential or listed historic resources. Preserving Historic Neighborhood Character The City contains, in addition to Old Towne, a number of groupings of homes, businesses, and public buildings in dispersed locations that have a unique neighborhood character important to Orange history. Many of these areas contain buildings individually eligible for listing on a local, state, or national register and surroundings that retain physical characferistics that reflect the valuable historic context of the neighborhood. This physical character may be expressed as generally as streetscapes, historic street grid patterns, setbacks, or use categories; or as specifically as the predominance of a building type, prevalence of certain building materials or archifectural styles, or characteristic building �s.,��:�: �_�:- . _ ---�,��;�- O��cE G�N-E�, P.�,arr CR-32 �.-�__a.�-c-"+r" �:"�-��.¢+-.s:a.� � �.�'R'.'r.�,Q.r,,-.,. .�.=�z=..� c-�Q..I�a��.�.� W..�•.��.L.�.�`.1�J heigh�s andJor sizes. Wi�houi regulaiion, �his physical contex� wiff dissofve and eveniva[fy disappear into surrounding, incompatible modern development. I��ighl�orl�aod Cl�a�ac�e� �3��as As uses and occupants change, one pofenfial means of preserving the physical characteristics that survive in the City's older neighborhoods is through designation of one or more areas as Neighborhood Character Areas (NCAs). Applied as an overlay zone, an NCA can ensure that development and alterations within the designated area are consistent with, and reinforce,the hisforic context of the neighborhood.With a number of properties serving as anchors and the use of appropriate design guidelines, an NCA could encourage preservation of the historic physical qualities and context of these neighborhoods, while still allowing A Neighborhood Character Area both changes in use and new development. (NCA)is a form of Conservation District.According to the National To qualify as an NCA, an area must be culturaliy or Park Service,conservation districts historically significant under at least one of the themes are"usually designated as an identified in the City's Historic Context Statement;must overlay on a basic land-use category or geographically over a contain several individual buildings, structures, objects, neighborhood.It provides less or sites that are individual potenfial or listed historic stringent design restrictions than a resources; and must retain physical characteristics that historic district.The focus is on contribute to a unique neighborhood character. The maintaining the basic character of Orange Inventory, surveys, and Hisforic Context the area,but not the specific Statement all identify potential or listed historac historic details of buildings. For resources that may serve as anchors for NCAs. example,a conservation district . Individual properties identified as anchors to an NCA may simply ask that all buildin�s are also to be listed on the Historic Register. maintain a front yard,with garages being set behind the main Establishment of an NCA overlay zone requires the building,to maintain the ActahlichArl n�ttArn nf frnnt following: ■ Identification of criteria and theme(s)for which the proposed NCA is significant. ■ Identification of those physical architectural andJor design characteristics(e.g.,building scale, story height,materials,relationship to street,width of streets,depth of setbacks) that are unique to the NCA being designated or that help convey its significant historic context and that should be preserved. ■ Proposed design guidelines for each NCA that seek to preserve the unique physical architectural and/or design characteristics of the neighborhood. Initially, the City intends to designate EI Modena, Cypress Street Barrio, the Railroad�Packinghouse Corridor, and Orange Park Acres as NCAs, as shown on Figure CR-z. In the future, nther neighborhoods that meet the criteria listed above may qualify for such status, and the City will actively promote such future designations. NCAs are considered important only as a sum of their parts. Unlike properties in designated hisforic districts, properties located within an identified and listed NCA are not to be considered potential or listed historic resources when undertaking environmental review for projects. Within an NCA, only those properties identified as potential or listed individual _�-�-.� - __�:�-- .— �.�. -_- ORPI.GE GEI�r�r�s, �zP.N CR-33 �U�J�AL �SOEIRC!�S � -�;-� ��_. historie resources on the Orange Inven�ory or Historic Register have a presumption of significance pursuant to CEQA Section z�o84.�. Such properties should be treated as historical resources under CEQA only if they are listed in or eligible for fisting in the CRNR for - CEQA or the NRHP for NHPA and NEPA. � The City wilf promote community awareness and education concerning the unique and special history and architecture found in NCAs by developing educational brochures and interpretive displays describing the NCA program. The City will also ensure that qualities contributing to,the historic character of designated NCAs are retained through application of design guidelines consistent with the local context and key physical characteristics of each neighborhood. To ensure that the historic and cultural integrity of NCAs are maintained, the City will also provide educational materials and technical assistance for property owners. Incentives and Education Given Orange's numerous historic resources and active local preservation organizations such as OTPA, the Orange Public Library & History Center, the Orange Community Historical Society, and the Orange Barrio Historic Society, a wealth of interest and material is available to promote educational opportunities related to the City's archifectural and cuftural history. A citywide historic interpretation program comprising written histories, photographs, artifacts, and signage would promote community awareness and education in historic preservation. Certi:fied Local Government Program �Another significant opportunity to advance local preservation efforts is the Certified Local Government (CLG) program. A CLG is a local government certified under federal law by the California Office of Historic Preservation for the purpose of more direct participation in federal and state historic preservation programs. Orange has a definite opportunity to become a CLG given the City's well-established regulation of Old Towne. Local governments become certified by demonstrating their ability to enforce preservation laws and provide for adequate public participation. In addition, a CLG must have a qualified historic preservafion review commission, and must mainta'tn a comprehensive historic in�+entory. For Or�ngep, certification as a CLG would be relatively simple because the City has already instituted many of the required elements, including design review, a design commission, a historic resources inventory, and an established method of public participation. Primary benefits of CLG status include recognition of a local government preservation program, direct participation in federal and state preservation programs,and access to designated preservation funding. Development and Preservation Fncentives Although the City already provides for use of the iVlills Act program and application of the State Historical Building Code, additional incentives are availabfe and should be considered. Adopting additional incentives could encourage responsible historic preservation and lessen the associated restrictions or burdens that may be felt by property owners. .�r�.�...,K..�.�� . �.... - r� �-"=z= O�c� G��.Z Pr�n� CR-34� �-;� ,_�..�-'�� =�-�:;� �uL,�U'�?� �^SC��irC�S The Ci�y will continue to allow use of the State Nistoricaf Building Code for qualiiied hisforic buildings and properties, and wifl continue to��#�a�e-i�►administ�r_the Mifls Act Program, � which can provide a property fax reduction for owners of historic resources. Future incentives may include pofential fee reductions or waivers for building permits and business ficenses, streamlined development permit review and issuance for projects involving listed historic resources and contributors to listed historic districts, and�or development fransfers and bonuses. The City could also consider developing a voluntary conservation easement program in coordination with local preservation organizations that would provide a potential tax benefit to property owners and preserve listed historic resources and contributors to listed historic districts. Public Education To expand education efforts, the City will continue to develop and promote existing .. educational programs and materials relating to historic preservation and the City's historic resources. Educational programs and materials will address: ■ significance of the City's cultural and historical resources; ■ methods of conducting historic research; ■ criteria for hisforic designation; ■ historic resource design review processes; ■ built}ing permit requirements; and ■ methods and incentives for rehabilitating and preserving historic and cultural resources. The City will utilize resources available through the Orange Public Library & History Center and establish partnerships with local preservation organizations to develop and present educational programs and materials relating to historic preservation, historic resources, and City history. Promoting an understanding and appreciation of the importance of historic preservation within City departments, boards, commissions, and elected officials also remains an important objective. Funding Historic Preservation Although many sources are available, funding historic preservation efforts remains a challenge. The City will take steps to improve access to historic preservation funding, including allocating or prioritizing a portion or percentage of the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to projects involving listed historic resources. Proposed work on listed historic resources using CDBG resources must be consistent with applicable design standards. The City will also explore facilitating zero- or low-interest loans for maintenanEe and rehabilitation work, consistent with design standards, for listed historic resources and contributors to listed historic districts. Archaeological Resources Potential and identified archaeological resources (or sites) in the City consist of a range of sites from b�oth the prehistoric period and the historic period.Archaeological sites in Orange have significant interest to the California Native American community, and to the public. Such sites have the potential to provide data to support ongoing research and education. k�:�: - _ .�_=�°� �� ORANGE GENERP� PLPN C�.-35 • 'i a �VTJ�VL\t5J1 L<L'•SOI��C��J �^'�. .�,`%,�C.c' _"'^ � ,.cAu'.'^"'."�__.._._--i ln Prehistoric archaeologicaf sites provide traces of direci ancesti-y for California Native Americans. Prehistoric archaeological remains may include cemeteries containing the physical remains. Considerate and humane attitudes, as well as state and federal laws, demand that such remains be treated with courtesy and respect and appropriately protected. Archaeological prehistoric and historic remains are also of greaf interest to the generaf public, and the manner in which they are treated can enhance or detracf from Orange's image nationally and internationally. Archaeological and prehistoric data can enhance and expand student learning opportunities, and can be used to train students in scientific and critical thinking. Historic archaeological sites may include residential, industrial, and occupational specific deposits and features associated with Orange's history and growth. They reflect the ethnic diversity of the City, and show how different national and cultural groups have contributed to our history and development. Historic archaeological remains also have an important educational advantage in that they are often far more accessible, recognizable, and understandable than prehistoric materials.Archaeological evidence of this period may include household trash (discarded bottles and dishes, food remains, and broken items), industrial waste, architectural remains, evidence of industrial processes, and evidence of agricultural practices. Assessing Archaeological Resources in Project Design and Approval Demonstrating a strong commitment to the CEQA Section zio83.z(g),defines a"Unique preservation of archaeological resources the „ � Archaeological Resource as: City will pursue all available measures to avoid «An archaeological artifact,object,or site development on sensitive archaeological sites. about which it can clearly be demonstrated Such measures may include project redesign that,without merely adding to the current and obtaining archaeological easements. The body of knowledge,there is a high City will formally recognize the archaeological probability that it meets any of the resources survey and resource sensitivity maps following: prepared in conjunction with the General Plan �) Contains information needed to answer update and wil( use these documents to important scientific research questions evaluate pofential historical resources when and that there is a demonstrable pubiic interest in that information. reviewing proposed projects involving ground Z� Has a special and particular quality such disturbing activities. as being the oldest of its type or the best available example of its type. The City will also establish procedures for 3� Is directly associated with a scientifically listing archaeological resources, such as recognized important prehistoric or prehistoric settlements and adobe sites, in the Historic Register. The City will employ appropriate criteria for evaluating the potential significance of historical resources and will encourage voluntary listing of eligible resources. The historical signifiicance of an archaeological hisforic resource is evaluated using the criteria of Public Resource Code Section 5oz4.� and CEQA Guidelines Sections i5o69.5 et seq.The City will also establish procedures for evaluating potential "unique archaeological resources" pursuant to CEQA Sections zio83.z et seq. The City will require cultural resource inventories of all new development projects in areas identified on resource sensitivity maps with medium or hi�h potential for archaeological or ��—_�-�=�.� ��_" y —,=-�x _��: OzP.rrG� GFrr��, PyA��s CR-36 .: ,,;. �,;,�-,R�'° �.._..�`,�;;�r _.�. :`��r �'.�.�i��e.Ft�,�.� �.��f��1�C�;� cuf�uraf ��esources (prehisioric occupation, special task and ritual si�es, or historic se��lement areas such as adobe sites, etc.). Reports shall be prepared in a standard format (Archaeological Resources Management Report format) by a Registered Professional Archaeologist knowledgeabfe in Native American cuftures and�or historical archaeology (qualified archaeologist). Where a preliminary site survey finds the potential for substantial archaeological remains, the City shall require a mitigation plan to protect the resource(s) befo�e issuance of permits.�-In addition, the City will require Community Development Department staff review of cultural resource inventories and surveys and will expand staff authority to recommend designation and/or identify potential or listed archaeological historical resources for CEQA purposes. Community Development Department staff will also review site survey reports and mitigation plans for compliance with CEQA. Consultation with Native American Groups The City seeks to encourage participation of interested Native American groups in establishing guidelines for resource assessments and mitigation.These guidelines will include��onsultation and participation of the Native American community during archaeological excavation and construction on potential or identified prehistoric or Native American sites. If construction of a proposed project will unavoidably affect Native American traditional properties,cemeteries, or sacred sites, the City will request a lisf of contacts from the California Native American Heritage Commission and consult with interested Native American parties to establish a mutually agreeable resolution. Such a resolution may include such steps as recovery �nd museum curation of archaeological resources, or relocation and re-inferment of human remains and of associated grave goods. Preserving Sacred Sites The �ity intends to ensure the protection of archaeological sites that may be culturally significant to Native Americans if the sifes have religious or intrinsic value, even if the sites have compromised scientific or archaeological integrity due to disturbance. If a significant or unique archaeological resource cannot be left intact, then its character, nature, and unique features should be documented and preserved for the future. Native American traditional cultural properties including historical, cu(tural, and sacred sifes and cemeteries on public land are explicitly protected by California Public Resources Code Section 5o97.g. Similar protection is provided to such sites on both public and private land by California Public Resources Code Section 5097•993-5097-994, W►th criminaf and civil penalties for acts of theff,deliberate destruction,or vandalism. Preservation Incentives Project applicants that avoid and preserve listed archaeological and cultural resources through site planning of open space, development of parks, and other similar conservation techniques may rece'r✓e incentives related to density, parking requirements, grants and low interest loans,tax relief, and other benefits. The City will encourage vofuntary contribution of conservation easements for listed archaeological resources, which may provide tax relief to the property owner., ,._ .._ ,. � �-, -�: r�a��,.=::,��,�=-� ;,;,:• �.,�, �; j -- O�rsc� GE��za� P�sr Ct2-37 [,.U��.� .L`�..�u�V�R��.s i:y�;m��.,.^ci:`..'- . _"''_'X'^--,�!'..�; Cefe6rat►nb au.r C'uftura(Hisfory .. The City will work toward recognizing the importance of Santiago Creek as an archeological resource, and incorporating appropriate elements of the Creek's cultural history in design af public spaces and recreational features surrounding the Creek. Beyond Santiago Creek, the City will strive to incorporate historical and cuftural motifs significant in Orange history info the design of public projects and facilities such as parks, plazas, and community buildings. Materials recovered from archaeological excavations may be employed in interpretive displays in public buildings and may be used to enrich museum or archive holdings and exhibits. In addition, the City will encourage curation of cultural resources and artifacts for public education, appreciation, and interpretive programs. The City will assist in the preparation of short videos, pamphlets, books, and other media presentations documenting archeological excavations within the City. These resources can provide valuable additions fo the Orange Public Library's Local History Collection. Library Services The Orange Public Library functions as an independent City department. The library system consists of three facilities: the Orange Public Library& History Center(Main Library), the Taft Branch Library, and the EI Modena Branch Library. The City's role and preferred future strategies for providing library services are outfined in the City's Public Library Facilities Master Plan, which was adopted in October zooz and extends to zozo. The objective for the Master Plan was to "address future facility needs of the Orange Public Library necessary to support ' the delivery of materials and services that the community needs, now and in the future."The - Plan focuses on: ■ identifying the libraries'existing strengths as well as opportunities; ■ ensuring that all residents of Orange have reasonably convenient access to high quality library services;and ■ exploring how existing and proposed facilities can expand their role as neighborhood civic places. The General Plan defers to the Library Master Plan to establish service standards, prioritize future system improvements, and secure financing for needed improvements. Goals and policies of this Element focus on broad strategies to guide future library services. The Library Master Plan will 6e updated in future years to be consistent with the policies and growth projections established in this General Plan. The Main Library was greatly expanded in zoo7, but the two branches are currently too small to adequately serve the City's growing population.The City will work to achieve the California State Library recommended standard of four volumes and o.7 square feet of library space per capita. The City also pfans to upgrade the two library branches to help improve services, library materials and programs. In order to improve community access to fibrary services, and to better support library services and programs, the City will explore building a new library branch in east Orange and/or expanding the EI Modena Branch. � -�-�-�.�. ,:_�_� �r�� ORPISGE GENERT�L Pya1�7 CR-38 � R :s�,....�..:;,;^t-_._tz�-;� .:�.�,y, L-o�1r��..�e ��Q��S The Ci�y's_fibrary services will maintain the vision oi service as a resource ior education, enrichment, imagination, safety, and community-building. Through various programs and the use of library facilities, library services will also continue to be a resource in collaborative partnering with community organizations and businesses. CUS�TURAL RESOURCE & HISTORIC PRESERVATION IMPLEN.�NTATIOI� The goals, policies, and plans identified in this Element are implemented through a variety of City plans, ordinances, development requirements, and capital improvements, and through ongoing coflaboration and consultatio.n with State and regional agencies, Native American groups, and neighboring jurisdictions. Specific implementation measures for this Element are contained in the General Plan Appendix. _-.+�,_.�� '�^'F.-�� ORANGE GEI�R[�� PT_1�IQ CR-39 _ r, �i3?�1 U�£d_=��, i�,.��OU L�C�'S �. � .=�e��- :,;,,. w _ — -�� -�r:� �• — , _��=_ Introduction and Vision for the Future........................................................................................................1 Purpose of the Cultural Resources Eleir�ent..........................................................................................2 Scope and Content of the Cultural Resources Element........................................................................2 Relationship to Other General Plan Elements.......................................................................................2 Legal Framework for Cultural Resource Protection...............................................................................2 National Nistoric Preservation Act......................................................................................................3 California Register of Historical Resources........................................................................................4 California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)...................................................:................................5 City of Orange Historic Preservation Program...........................:.......................................................6 Figure CR-1 Designated Historic Resources....................................................................................7 Historicand Cultural Context.................................................................................................................8 Patterns of Development and Architecture........................................................................................:8 ArchaeologicalResources................................................................................................................16 Orange's Public Library System...........................................................................................................20 Issues, Goals, and Policies......................................................................................................................20 Architecture and Community Character......................................................:........................................20 Preserving Historic Neighborhood Character.......................................................................................21 Incentivesand Education.....................................................................................................................22 Archaeological and Cultural Resources...............................................................................................22 LibraryServices....................................................................................................................................23 CulturalResources Plan..........................................................................................................................23 Architecture and Community Character...............................................................................................24 OldTowne Orange...........................................................................................................................24 EichlerHomes.........:........................................................................................................................24 CR-25 Figure CR-2. Resources Recommended for Designation...............................................27 IndividualResources........................................................................................................................29 PreservationTools............................................................................................................................30 Preserving Nistoric Neighborhood Character......................................................................................32 NeighborhoodCharacterAreas........................................................................................................33 Incentivesand Education.....................................................................................................................34 Certified Local Government Program...............................................................................................34 Development and Preservation Incentives.......................................................................................34 PublicEducation...............................................................................................................................35 Funding Historic Preservation ..........................................................................................................35 ArchaeologicalResources ...................................................................................................................35 Assessing Archaeological Resources in Project Design and Approval.............................................36 Consultation with Native American Groups..........................................................................................37 LibraryServices....................................................................................................................................38 Cultural Resource Implementation...........................................................................................................39 �. .:�� -�.=:�} • ;�-- -�-;,- �=_..=: OR?.NGE G�N�RAS, P�?N CiZ—a� �� E�t��t. �t ��. _ - �_ .�:�:� INTRODUCTION AND VISION FOR THE FUTURE Orange residents, businesses and visitors rely on public infrastructure to carry out their daily duties. Population growth and new development continues to increase demand for infrastructure services. The Infrastructure Element includes guidelines and policies that address this demand for the community's existing and future needs for public utilities and infrastructure. Infrastructure services discussed in this Element include water, sewer, and storm drain systems,and solid waste services.The Element also addresses"dry" utilities such as natural gas, electrical, telephone, data, and cable television services. Further, the Element discusses lifeline infrastructures, which connect Orange to outside services during an emergency. Availability of infrastructure determines growth patterns, density, and intensity of land use. Roadways are a critical part of the City's infrastructure system, providing for the movement of goods and services that support the local economy. The City maintains the local roadway system and supports efforts of the County, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) to maintain regional roadways serving the City. The Circulation & Mobility Element provides policies and plans for future maintenance and enhancement of the roadway circulation system. Infrastructure also provides water and roadways that support emergency fire, police,and medical response.The Public Safety Element provides policies and plans addressing these topics. Water, and access to water, has always been integral to the development of Orange. It is not by accident that the City is located at the intersection of the Santa Ana River and Santiago Creek. The City was incorporated in �888 and the water system was privately owned until �go4, when it was purchased by the City. At that time, the domestic water supply came exclusively from wells or canals leading from the Santa Ana River. The water was used to irrigate the surrounding citrus groves and various agricultural crops. After World War II, growing residential, commercial, and industrial development forced the City to look elsewhere for an adequate water supply. In �95�, the City joined with five other water agencies to form the Municipal Water District of Orange County(MWDOC), which led to annexation to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan). The first pipeline of imported water was activated in i954• The City's Water Division, a part of the Department of Public Works(DPW), is responsible for providing clean, safe water to the City of Orange and for designing and constructing the system that supplies City residents and businesses with water. The City is a member agency of MWDOC, which in turn is a member agency of Metropolitan. This entitles the City to receive water from available Metropolitan sources. The City has a number of service connection agreements with MWDOC whereby MWDOC will deliver water to the City as it -��,� �_, - �..��,�:�- O�xrrGE GErrE�, Pr�r.rr p INF-1 INFRASTRUCTURE "-�"`= =` � `�_� �, __ „� _. .. receives water from Metropolitan in the amount requested by the City, subject to Metropolitan water availability. To meet its infrastructure needs, the Water Division collaborates with other jurisdictions, agencies, and service providers, including MWDOC, Metropolitan, Ora�e County___Water District, Irvine Ranch Water District, Golden State Water Company, Serrano Water District, and East Orange County Water District. Water delivery requires a large number of sources and substantial coordination between agencies. The Lower Santa Ana River groundwater basin provides the main source of water for Orange�and is maintained_by the Orange County Water_District. The Infrastructure Element also addresses wastewater systems. Cities throughout Orange County, including the City of Orange, rely on the Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD) for the regional collection and treatment of domestic, commercial, and industrial sewage. Although OCSD operates a comprehensive regional system of collection mains and treatment plants, individual cities are responsible for installing and maintaining local collection facilities. The City also collaborates with other agencies in the development and maintenance of infrastructure facilities, including working with the � � ^ • ^'^^""'^+ n",",�""'""+ � -,.+.,,,,.,+ io�� public Works__Department of the County of Orange to maintain the Santa Ana River, Santiago Creek, and other flood control facilities not owned by the City. The City's DPW collaborates with private contractors for some services,such as the collection of solid waste, recyclable, and green waste materials and the disposal of household hazardous waste. "Dry" utilities, such as natural gas, telephone and data services, electricity, and cable television are serviced by contracted private agencies, including Southern California Edison Company, Southern California Gas Company, AT&T, Time Warner Cable and Cox Communications Orange County. Orange's Vision for the Future, described in the General Plan Intraduction, recognizes the City's infrastructure as a key�omponent,and includes the following objectives: • Orange recognizes the importance of mainaging development in a rnanner that ensures adec}uate and timely pubtic services and infrastructure and limits impacts on the natural environment. ■ We will continue to profect our critical watersheds, such as Santiago Creek, and ather significant natural and open space resour�es. Purpose of the Infrastructure Element Although the State does not require preparation of an Infrastructure Element,the City places high importance on its ability to meet infrastructure demands. The Infrastructure Element identifies and assesses existing and future needs of the City's growing population and of future proposed development within Orange. The intent of the Infrastructure Element is to consider the various infrastructure resources provided by public agencies and private purveyors, and to provide guidelines for current and future development to best utilize and improve infrastructure. �_�,-:-,�g�.. �� - �,-:�.� O�rGE GEt�x� Pr�rr INF-2 �'�"-'� � INFRASTRUCTURE Scope and Content of the Infrastructure Element The Infrastructure Element is comprised of three sections: �)Introduction; z)Issues,Goals, and Policies;and 3) Infrastructure Plan. The Issues, Goals, and Policies section provides guidance for the City to address current and future infrastructure needs of the community. The goals express general and broad statements describir�g the community's desires regarding infrastructure.The policies provide guidelines for local agencies to provide efficient, affordable, and adequate infrastructure to serve Orange. The Plan explains how the goals and policies will be achieved and implemented. Relationship to Other General Plan Elements Proposed infrastructure goals, policies and plans must be consistent with all other elements of the General Plan.The issues addressed in the Infrastructure Element relate most closely to the contents of the Land Use, Growth Management,and Housing Elements. The Land Use Element directs the location of current and future development that relies on available infrastructure. Furthermore, the Land Use Element establishes standards for use intensity, population density, and types of land uses that influence the design, layout, and funding sources for infrastructure. The Growth Management Element contains policies to ensure that growth is accompanied by needed capital facilities to properly address infrastructure needs concurrently with development. Growth Management Element policies ensure that new growth is managed in a way that does not overwhelm current infrastructure, or diminish the level and quality of services provided to current residents. The growth patterns and level of growth included in the Growth Management Element must be consistent with those of the Infrastructure Element. Similarly, the Housing Element relies on available infrastructure to guide new housing to suitable sites. ISSUES , GOALS , AND POLICIES The goals and policies of the Infrastructure Element address five key issues: (i) maintenance of the City's aging water, sewer, and storm drain infrastructure in the face of increased growth pressures; (z) provision of high-quality solid waste collection services and encouragement of recycling; (3) maintenance of right-of-way areas; (4) provision of adequate electricity, natural gas, telephone and data services, and other "dry" utilities; and (5) protection of lifeline infrastructure systems that meet the public health and safety needs of the City. K' - _. _ -�-�., ORANGE GErrERAI, PI.AN INF-3 INFRASTRUCTURE � �� - ` - �'�� .,,..;,'.. � Water; '"S�wer, and Storm Drain Systems Protection and proper management of the storm drain infrastructure system is essential to prevent pollution of rivers, lakes, and the ocean by contaminants from urban runoff. A detailed discussion of water resource issues is provided in the Natural Resources Element. Infrastructure (including sewer, storm drain, and water lines, and solid waste collection and disposal services) must be sufficient to accommodate the present and future needs of the community.As infrastructure ages, or growth outpaces capacity, isolated failures represent a real problem. One of the most critical issues facing the City is how to improve and maintain infrastructure to protect water quality and supplies, ensurir�g that residents fully enjoy the health,economic,and social benefits that sound infrastructure systems provide. GOAL i.o: Ensure water, sewer, and storm drain systems that meet the needs of residents and businesses. Policy�.�: Provide sufficient levels of water, sewer, and storm drain service throughout the community. Policy�.z: Correct known deficiencies in the City's sewer, storm drain, and water systems and work toward environmentally sustainable systems. Policy�.3: Promote water conservation programs aimed at reducing demands. Policy�.4: Explore environmentally efficient infrastructure improvements such as the use of reclaimed water,maximizing percolation,and similar technologies. Policy�.5: Investigate and carry out cost-effective methods to reduce storm water infiltration into the sewer system. ' . i Policy�.6: Require that new developments fund fair-share costs associated with City provision of water, sewer, and storm drain service and are consistent with City and service provider plans to complete needed improvements and funding capacity for such improvements. Solid Waste Nearly everything we do leaves behind some kind of waste. Households create ordinary garbage, industrial and manufacturing processes create solid and hazardous waste, and construction activities create large chunks of debris and inorganic materials. Orange contracts with a private sector provider to collect solid waste, green waste, and recyclables. By actively recycling, reducing, and reusing waste, residents and businesses reduce the need for new landfills and incinerators, prevent the emission of many greenhouse gases and water pollutants, supply valuable raw materials to industry, and conserve land and natural resources. _��-� _�� w� O�xGE GErrE� P� INF-4 ` ='��^`�` ' � INFRASTRUCTURE GOAL z.o: Reduce the amount of waste material entering regional landfills with an efficient and innovative waste management program. Policy z.�: Provide sufficient levels of solid waste service throughout the community. Policy z.z: Expand outreach and education regarding recycling opportunities to all City customers. Policy z.3: Develop programs that encourage residents to cJonate or recycle surplus furniture, old electronics, clothing, and other household items rather than disposing of such materials in landfills. Policy z.4: Expand outreach and education to all City customers regarding residential collection of household hazardous wastes including paint containers, electronics, household chemicals, motor oils,and pesticides. Public Rights-of-Way Maintaining safe, clean rights-of-way is important for promoting circulation and the public health and safety of Orange's residents. Through the DPW, the City provides street sweeping, tree trimming, graffiti removal, and installation and maintenance of street lights on public rights-of-way. The DPW also provides maintenance of and repair services for all public rights-of-way, including roadways, sidewalks, alleys, and other public p"roperty within Orange. GOAL 3.0: Ensure adequate maintenance of public rights-of-way to enhance public safety and improve circulation. Policy 3.�: Continue to maintain and repair sidewalks and pavement surfaces on public rights-of-way. Policy 3.z: Provide sufficient levels of street sweeping, landscaping, graffiti abatement, shopping cart and bulk item removal from streets, sidewalks alleys, and other public rights-of-way._. Policy 3.3: Continue to design, install, and maintain signals, signage, street lights, and traffic control devices within rights-of-way. Policy 3.4: Investigate the feasibility of using energy-efficient street lights to conserve energy. Policy 3.5: Preserve and improve existing on-street bike paths within rights-of-way. Policy 3.6: Require that new developments fund fair-share costs associated with City provision of right-of-way maintenance services and are consistent with City and service provider plans to complete needed improvements and funding capacity for such improvements. ---� _��-�;=�T: O�rrGE GEt�xAz P7�rr INF-5 INFRASTRUCTURE � "-''_. =.:�~�:�..:' Dry Utilities Dry utility services, such as electricity, natural gas, telephone and data services, and cable television both meet basic needs and enhance quality of life for Orange residents. These services are provided by independent entities that set their own service standards and facility improvement strategies. Demand for services and ability to serve new developments are generally determined on a case-by-case basis.The City works with service providers to ensure that City goals and service expectations are met for both current and future development. GOAL 4.0: Ensure adequate provision of electricity, natural gas, telephone and data services and cable television. Policy 4.�: Continue to work with dry utility service providers to ensure that the community's current and future needs are met. Policy 4.z: Continue to require utilities to be placed underground for new development. Policy 4.3: Promote the use of new and emerging communication technologies. Policy 4.4: Encourage integrated and cost-effective design and technology features within new development to minimize demands on dry utility networks. Lifeline Infrastructure Lifeline infrastructures, such as electric, water, gas, and telecommunications utilities and transportation systems, connect Orange to outside services during an emergency. Maintaining and protecting the City's lifeline infrastructure systems against damage from disasters is essential to ensuring the public health and safety of residents. Loss of electric, ' �. � water, gas, and telecommunications services and trans�rtation systl�rS"s !!m not only severely impair police and fire agencies' efforts to respond to emergencies, it can also displace residents and economically impact businesses.The City works with regional agencies and utility service providers to ensure the system of lifeline infrastructures is maintained and retrofitted against disaster and against deterioration from increasing demands and long-term use. GOAL 5.0: Ensure lifeline infrastructure systems that meet the City's public health and safety needs. Policy 5.�: Continue to work with regional and federal agencies to ensure that infrastructure for transportation systems, water, gas, electricity, and telecommunications meet regional emergency preparedness standards. Policy 5.z: Work with utility service providers to create resiliency performance standards for water,gas, electricity,and telecommunications infrastructure. Policy 5.3: Identify engineering vulnerabilities in lifeline utilities exposed to human- caused and natural hazards, including seismic activity, wildland fire, and flooding. �-:r��-- - :�� OxArrGE GErrE� P�rr INF-6 _ �"'�-"� =-"��'= ..-=,.-� INERA.STRUCTURE Policy 5.q.: Incorporate disaster mitigation strategies into the City's infrastructure master plans for retrofitting water, gas, electricity, telecommunications utilities, and transportation infrastructure. Policy 5.5: Review and limit the location and intensity of development and placement of lifeline infrastructure in identified earthquake fault zones. INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN The Infrastructure Plan documents current infrastructure conditions in the City, and assesses the projected future capacity of the infrastructure system. This includes the water systems, wastewater systems, storm drain systems, public rights-of-way, such dry utilities as electricity,gas service,and telephone and cable facilities, and lifeline infrastructure. Water, Sewer and Storm Drain Systems Orange's water, sewer, storm drain and solid waste management systems represent the ' City's�hidden support network. Managing infrastructure can be a challenge because these services are often taken for granted. They are "forgotten" services in the sense that in Orange, when we turn on the faucet, direct our downspouts and yard drains away from the house, or place garbage out at the curb, it seems that clean water simply appears, rainwater drains, and garbage is taken away. These systems must be maintained to ensure that our infrastructure systems will not fail and public facilities will be available when we need them. The City's role and preferred future strategies for providing these services are outlined in infrastructure master plan documents prepared by the City and updated on an ongoing basis. These master plans provide detailed descriptions of each infrastructure system and prioritize future system improvements in response to projected future growth. The General Plan defers to the City's infrastructure master plans to establish service standards, prioritize future system improvements, and secure financing for needed improvements. Goals and policies of this Element focus on broad strategies to guide future infrastructure development. Each of the master plans will be updated in future years to be consistent with the policies and growth projections established in this General Plan. Water Systems The City's water supply comes from several sources: local groundwater basins, Northern California waters via the State Water Project, the Colorado River, local watersheds, reclamation, and water reuse projects.The City is a member agency of MWDOC, and MWDOC is a member agency of Metropolitan. Metropolitan supplies imported water to six Southern California counties, including Orange County. As a Metropolitan member, MWDOC represents the interests of its zg member-agencies at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. The City of Orange is also a member of the Orange County Water District (OCWD). OCWD's primary responsibility is managing the vast groundwater basin under north and central _y,- �- �. _... � �> � .� � --�:: ORANGE GENERAL PLAN INF-7 INFRASTRUCTURE �"��c��"'.`=' -- ";�''�"R'' Orange County. The Orange County Groundwater Basin is the main source of water supply for the City. The City obtains approximately 64 to 7S percent of its water from City-owned wells. The City purchases approximately z5 to 36 percent from Metropolitan through the MWDOC. In addition, the City purchases approximately 3 to 5 percent from the Serrano Water District. The OCWD, along with MWDOC and Metropolitan, carry out long-term water management planning, and provide public awareness, education, and water conservation activities on behalf of their member agencies. The following four water districts serve the City of Orange: ■ Irvine Ranch Water District ■ Golden State Water Company ■ Serrano Water District ■ East Orange County Water District(EOCWD) Figure INF-i shows the location of each District's service area within Orange's planning area. The Orange County Groundwater Basin is actively managed by OCWD and has a history of supporting between 64 percent and 75 percent of the City's water demand. The basin's management plan allows for drawdown during dry periods and for replenishment during normal or wet periods. The City does not anticipate current, short-term, or long term supply deficiencies in its ability to pump groundwater into the water system.The greatest challenge for water supply in the near future will be to meet the water needs of a growing population, particularly with projected population growth in not only the focus areas identified in the Land Use Element, but also in east Orange. The City of Orange completed an Urban Water Management Plan Update in �ee�zolo. In order to improve the reliability and efficiency of the ground water producing facilities and ultimately the water supply system, the City plans to replace older wells with more efficient wells. The new wells will provide the City with increased pumping capacity, though the amount of water produced from the wells will continue to be regulated by the Basin Production Percentage as set by OCWD in April of each year.The City will continue to analyze storage capacity needs and add additional storage as recommended in the Water Master Plan. The City will continue to implement the Water Master Plan and the Urban Water Management Plan and will update each Plan on an ongoing basis throughout the planning horizon of this General Plan. In Orange, runoff from local rainfall is the main source of recharge for the smaller basins, and accounts for some of the recharge of the groundwater basin.The amount of runoff recharge can only be estimated because it is highly variable. Most of the recharge of the basin is from Santa Ana River flows percolated instream or diverted to off-stream spreading basins operated by OCWD. OCWD will continue to develop new replenishment methods and supplies, as well as improve recharge capacity and implement basin protection programs to meet the projected demand from the basin during both normal and drought periods. Sewer Systems The City of Orange_owns the local collection_systems which feed_reg_o_nal trunk lines owned by_OCSD.__OCSD is responsible for the �^'�^�+�^^ ,^�' treatment of residential, commercial and industrial sewage in Orange. Collected effluent is treated at Reclamation Plant No. � in .�..�. w,� -- ORANGE GEr1ERPz PLAN INF-8 �°=��'�'¢� "��- - =�-.� INFRASTRUCTURE Fountain Valley or Treatment Plant No. z in Nuntington Beach. Though OCSD operates the regional collection mains and treatment plants, tha��.�+;� �� ^�r '�i f n • + n +• a �a-i�rt�+�a+�Fe �'9c�-I-Es�Ie�Et+efl-f�Ei�-ities�the City's DPW is in charge of the daily operation and maintenance of the local_sewer collection system++�o_wned by_the City. ;�..Q- '�. - _ �'"� .�� _.�n��=; ORANGE GENERAL PLAN INF-9 � �' � � 0 a . � � , � z �ti r './--------'l � �--------� � �� t I � I r' i i n ��. f �_- � � � I m I-- , ,ien•dun�o;� i i I(� � I � �� F�IR\9Eb q � •�� .cmpre � I I �� ..� Z I\ � � \�. I � � �inln�n�in9 � � � �7 S N (l � � � i.'n�Yo�` � � 'f�y. �• 0� -C. .� 7- 7 �•�' � ' � �I.Y:�.I`�� t I I I� o m � o o fo ?• \q�, i---- �e�vis sr a�' �" j I N n �' � � C � VQ •.2,y9 I • � � N � \�2'y• __ ` A � T � . � O o � n. � � '�� , � I � u, oo �, . . � � � I � c v ' n � � — � � � � = � Q. ; ��----�-' I . �I� � �� Ii�•.. ''.-\ ■ o v � ST4TE COLLEGE BL\'0. -_ _._.. cn ^ - � ! 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(D �.r � ,� ` /- n � � �.� ,�a.r■■7 � '_./ =' ��' / f � lf;y,�, � � �� = e• � � i � r �"�-� ��' � � • � �� • ,� ' '� j �i ; ,-;. � 1 . , ,_ _..�:�...�I .1 � �_ ��. :�- � � � �'�. .^�� •, �'��*��`� : �� '' � '"': , � � �, '�►..� 1 �� ' ••` . • �w'� ., . �� .�.. � �: ...� . ,. .. � fl'.. � � • •� ��' ,":a ��1 •/�� .r��• y '� �, , , � � �; �,,,—. , i�- M1,'. �. �� I� �' O � � ��-,g=�.--= - �-:_-� _ -,.. -:=� INFRASTRUCTL3RE To respond to the increased need for sewage treatment in Orange County, OCSD needs to replace aging regional collection and treatment infrastructure and build additional secondary treatment facilities. A portion of the sewage fee charged to developers in the City of Orange will be paid to the OCSD for improvements of regional facilities, which are currently strained by the County's rapidly growing population. A Capital Facilities Capacity Charge, designed to fund improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of OCSD operations, is applied to cities and developers for new residential, commercial, or industrial development and/or expansion of existing facilities. The City of Orange completed a Sewer Master Plan Update in zoo3. In order to improve the reliability and efficiency of the sewer system, the City plans to replace older sewer lines.The new lines will maintain, and in some cases increase, the City's sewer line capacity, and provide adequate sewer collection for the future.The City has designated a�oo-year life cycle for its sewer pipes, and hopes to replace systems that are nearly ioo years old. The City will continue to implement the Sewer Master Plan and will update the plan on an ongoing basis throughout the planning horizon of this General Plan. Storm Drain Systems Important issues to focus on regarding storm drains include ensuring adequate capacity necessary to collect and carry stormwater to avoid flooding, and reducing pollutant loads in stormwater as part of regional efforts to improve water quality in surFace waters. Both the City and the County are responsible for managing the storm drain and flood control facilities in the City. The County of_Orange_ Public Works Department_provides for the planning, development, operation and maintenance of major flood control facilities on behalf of the Orange County Flood Control District on a County-wide basis. The City provides drainage for developments and ensures that storm drains properly feed into the regional drainage system. The City is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of stormwater facilities it owns _ ___. throughout Orange. In addition, the City is served by several existing stormwater facilities that are operated by other jurisdictions. The Santa Ana River, which generally marks the western boundary of the City, is the location of the fargest regional facility in Orange County, maintained by�B-the County qf Orange Public Works_Department. Twelve flood control channels located throughout the City are maintained by�B-the County of_Orange_Public Works Deparkment on behalf of the Orange County Flood Control District and County of Orange. Within the City, DPW is responsible for developing and implementing the Master Plan of Drainage(MPD)which identifies the City's storm drain facilities and deficiencies. The City of Orange last completed an update to the MPD in i997. The biggest challenge facing the storm drain system in the future will occur as hillsides in relatively undeveloped east Orange are developed, causing storm water volumes to increase. As it is, existing development has led to current deficiencies in the drainage system. For this reason, a fair share allocation method has been devised to spread the entire cost of the system across the future development area. The City will continue to implement the MPD and will update it on an ongoing basis throughout the planning horizon of this General Plan. �".,��:',�- _..� �::�-�,�:�.�, O�rrGE GErrE�,z, P�x INF-13 INFRA.STRUCTURE .�,.�_-_ -� _,,.:��.; 50�.1CI. WaS't2 Within the City, solid waste collection is contracted to a private service provider. The City's contractor collects both solid and green waste (grass clippings, tree and shrub clippings), and items for recycling. Most waste is taken to one of the three landfills in Orange County: Olinda Alpha in Brea, the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill in Irvine, and the Prima Deshecha Landfill in San Juan Capistrano. The Orange County Integrated Waste Management Department(IWMD)owns and operates the landfills. The amount of hazardous household waste has increased in recent years with the widespread use of new technologies. Orange residents are responsible for disposing of hazardous household materials at any of the four Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers in Orange County. As the definition of household hazardous waste continues to evolve as a result of rapidly changing technology, the City will endeavor to provide convenient opportunities for the proper disposal of such waste. The City's Solid Waste and Industrial Waste Ordinances regulate where solid and liquid wastes (including hazardous and industrial wastes) may and may not be deposited or discharged. Orange operates a curbside recycling program, and the City encourages residents and businesses to reduce the amount of solid wastes that enter the regional landfilis. Public Rights-of-Way The maintenance of public rights-of-way affects circulation, public safety, and pedestrian walkability. Broken sidewalks impede pedestrian mobility and deny access for disabled users. Uneven surFace pavement slows vehicular mobility. Untended trees and shrubs can cause branches and tree limbs to fall onto the public right-of-way, potentially causing accidents and impairing nighttime visibility for pedestrians. Future maintenance of right-of-way infrastructure is closely tied to the City's projected mobility needs as discussed in the Circulation & Mobility Element. The City coordinates with the County through the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) to accomplish its circulation and roadway infrastructure maintenance goals, and the City assumes responsibifity for maintenance services of public rights-of-way within Orange. Through DPW, the City maintains all public rights-of-way, including streets, sidewalks, alleys, and on-street bicycle lanes. DPW installs street lights, provides tree trimming and street sweeping services, and responds to graffiti abatement requests. The Street Division maintains and repairs roadways and sidewalks, and perForms weekly street sweeping services. The Traffic Engineering Division responds to street light repair requests, in addition to conducting weekly street light checks to identify and repair broken and malfunctioning street lights. DPW also responds to graffiti and tagging removal requests on public property, including public rights-of-way, and on private property adjacent to public rights-of-way. This department is also responsible for providing such landscaping services as tree trimming to prevent and minimize debris and obstacles within rights-of-way. DPW follows the adopted Street Tree Master Plan that details City-approved species and sets the maintenance schedule and appropriate size of street trees. Through these services, the City will continue �_� •,._: , ��; ORANGE GENERAz PLAN INF-ld_ - y_:w�=:�, , _�„ INFRASTRUCTURE to ensure that public rights-of-way are safe, clean, and well maintained to provide improved mobility within Orange. Dry Utilities Dry utilities, such as electricity, natural gas, telephone, and cable enhance quality of life for Orange residents. These services are provided by independent entities that set their own service standards and facility improvement strategies. The City works with service providers to ensure that City goals and service expectations are met for both current and future development. Electricity Southern California Edison (SCE), an independently owned utility, provides electrical power service to the Orange planning area. SCE distributes electricity purchased through the California Power Exchange, which is the electricity marketplace for about 8o percent of California's electricity customers. The California lndependent System Operator coordinates the scheduling and dispatch of electricity bought and sold through the power exchange, which is essentially a statewide grid of electricity generation and distribution. The rate of electricity consumption, generally referred to as demand or load, is what power grid operators are most concerned with when deciding whether electricity generation and transmission resources are adequate to serve consumers. Peak electricity demand is a measure of the largest electricity usage rate during the day, measured in megawatts.A single megawatt is generally enough power to meet the expected electricity needs of�,000 typical California homes. Orange's peak demand typically occurs in August between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. High temperatures during the summer months lead to increased use of air conditioning, which, in combination with industrial loads, commercial lighting, office equipment, and residential refrigeration, compose the major consumers of electricity during the peak demand period. Because electricity is not a storable commodity, the ability of electricity- generating and transmitting resources to provide electricity becomes an issue of the generation rate instead of total amount that may be consumed within a given time period. Recent summertime energy crises are an indication that peak energy demand will be an important future planning issue, particularly in Southern California. In order to meet future energy needs, SCE has developed several energy-efficiency programs for residential, non- residential, new construction, and low-income subscribers. These include rebate and cash incentive programs for completion of energy-efficiency projects in residences and businesses, providing energy-efficient solutions for new developments as well as programs that aid low-income customers to purchase energy-efficient refrigerators and outdoor lighting. SCE will continue to promote the resourceful use of energy, and in turn, a reduction in electricity bills. The City will fully support these strategies by SCE to encourage energy conservation, including adoption of a green building program. Refer to the Natural Resources Element for policies and discussion concerning green building techniques and other related energy conservation measures. �.-�� . _�� OE2ANGE GENERAL PT.AN INF-15 INFRASTRUCTURE �-?=-.a-�-: ,.;:�_:-. - . �;�°.��; Natural Gas California's gas supply is regionally diverse and includes supplies from both onshore and offshore sources, including the southwestern United States, the Rocky Mountains, and Canada. Gas pipelines serving the Orange planning area include the EI Paso Natural Gas Company, Kern River Transmission Company, and Pacific Gas and Electric Company facilities. The Southern California Gas Company (The Gas Company) supplies natural gas to both businesses and residents within the Orange planning area. The Gas Company is a division of Sempra Energy, and is the largest natural gas utility in the nation. Southern California relies on a consistent supply of natural gas to meet residential, business, and industrial energy demand. Natural gas is also needed to produce electricity. Projected population growth in the region is expected to increase demand for natural gas. The Gas Company participates in the California Energy Star° New Homes Program, a performance- based program that provides builders with incentives for developments that use at least i5 percent less energy than standards set forth in the zoo� California Energy Efficiency Standards. The City will continue to support The Gas Company in these and other efforts to improve energy efficiency. Telephone The Orange planning area is within the service area of AT&T. AT&T has existing telephone facilities within or adjacent to each of the land use focus areas described in the Land Use Element, and fiber optic lines in Santiago Canyon Road and Jamboree Road to help serve future development in east Orange. The City will continue to work with AT&T and other telephone service providers to ensure high quality telephone and data services are provided to current and future residents. A variety of wireless service providers offer telephone and internet service within the City, and operate an established and growing network of wireless facilities. The City will continue to work with wireless providers to ensure provision of a high quality system while minimizing impacts of wireless facilities on the character of established areas. Cable Services The Orange planning area is within the service area of Time Warner Cable and Cox Communications Orange County (Cox). Time Warner is the major cable provider in the �ity. Cox serves portions of east Orange. Both Time Warner Cable and Cox are full-service providers of telecommunication products, including digital television programming, local and (ong-distance telephone services, high-speed Internet, and commercial voice and data services.The City will continue to work with Time Warner, Cox, and other service providers to ensure that high quality television and data services are provided to current and future residents. Lifeline Infrastructure Roadway systems and water, gas, electrical, and telecommunications services, make up the City's system of lifeline infrastructure. These utilities provide critical services to the community, and disruption or loss of service can create delays for police and fire agencies in �- -�-�-� --� �-,�:�; O�rrGE GErrEx� PzAt� INF-16 ��=�iir..�r-�.:;�. , INERASTRUCTURE � responding to emergencies, place residents at risk of harm, and hurt the regional economy. Seismic activity, flooding, and wildland fire are particular risks for the City's lifeline infrastructure. Ground shaking, amplification, landslides, and fiquefaction from seismic activity can cause water and gas pipes to break, dams to fail, and power lines to come down. Disruption of telephone and radio service impedes communication and dissemination of critical information,and road closures can create delays in providing supplies or services after an emergency. A detailed discussion of the City's risk for natural hazards and plans for emergency response is presented in the Public Safety Element. As part of its efforts to prevent, mitigate, and plan for hazards, Orange works with regional agencies to prepare infrastructure mitigation plans. In accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of z000, which establishes state and local government infrastructure mitigation planning requirements for federal damage assistance, Orange coordinates with regional public agencies and private utility service providers to prepare hazard mitigation plans and ensure proper maintenance and retrofitting of lifeline infrastructures. The City participates in the Orange County Hazard Mitigation Task Force, which is responsible for preparing a countywide Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). The HMP identifies and profiles hazard risks, assesses vulnerabilities in countywide infrastructure, and analyzes development trends to identify future maintenance needs of critical infrastructure and services. The City also works with MWDOC in its planning and implementation of the Regional Water and Wastewater Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, which formulates mitigation plans for regional water facilities in the County, including those found within the City. In addition to preparing for and implementing rapid repair plans to go into effect after an emergency, the City addresses non-emergency threats to lifeline infrastructure. Changes over time can cause vulnerabilities to lifelines. The City of Orange prepares a municipal Emergency Operations Plan in coordination with the City's infrastructure master plans to establish service standards, prioritize future system improvements, and secure financing for needed improvements for infrastructure. DPW provides maintenance and repairs for roadway facilities, sewer and storm drain systems, and water systems including wells, pumps, water lines and reservoirs. Private dry utility service providers are responsible for following state and federal safety guidelines and for maintaining and repairing dry utilities during an emergency. The City will continue to work with regional planning agencies and private utility service providers to ensure that lifeline infrastructure systems meet the highest public health and safety standards for hazard prevention and mitigation. INFRASTRUCTURE IMPLEMENTATION The goals, policies, and plans identified in this Element are implemented through a variety of City plans, ordinances, development requirements, capital improvements, and ongoing collaboration with regional agencies and neighboring jurisdictions. Specific implementation measures for this Element are contained in the General Plan Appendix. 1 A�� : .: _ _- O�xGE GErrE� P� INF-17 INFRASTRUCTURE ,, " r:�-=_�--- — - - _ .;�-�-�:;;�,_, Introduction and Vision for the Future...................................................................................................i Purpose of the Infrastructure Element...............................................................................................z Scope and Content of the Infrastructure Element.............................................................................3 Relationship to Other General Plan Elements....................................................................................3 Issues,Goals, and Policies............................................................................ ............................................3 Water, Sewer,and Storm Drain Systems............................................................................................4 SolidWaste...........................................................................................................................................4 PublicRights-of-Way............................................................................................................................5 DryUtilities.......................................................................................................................................... 6 LifelineInfrastructure......................................................................................................................... 6 InfrastructurePlan...................................................................................................................................7 Water, Sewer and Storm Drain Systems.............................................................................................7 WaterSystems.........................:........................................................................................................7 SewerSystems................................................................................................................................ 8 INF-9 Figure INF-I Municipal Water District of Orange County Service Areas.......................i� StormDrain Systems......................................................................................................................i3 SolidWaste.........................................................................................................................................�4 PublicRights-of-Way..........................................................................................................................�4 DryUtilities.........................................................................................................................................i5 Electricity........................................................................................................................................�5 NaturalGas.....................................................................................................................................�6 Telephone.......................................................................................................................................�6 CableServices.................................................................................................................................i6 LifelineInfrastructure........................................................................................................................�6 Infrastructure Implementation ............................................................................................................. �7 �-;��: .. - �,_ �:=�; O�rrGE GErrE�zxr, Pz,Arr INF-18 �� '.-._��,'i�, t., �i.",9 " u^?�3 .. ..� �u;��.; . � � �� _..3 �� '� ENE�Ai. �� ;:. � _ � 3.. "��-�. INTRODUCTION AND VISION FOR THE FUTURE Orange is recognized as a desirable area in which to do business, and therefore supports and sustains a diverse range of businesses in the City's distinct industrial, commercial, institutional, and office areas. This diversity in the business climate reflects the gradual _ transition of Orange from an agricultural community served by rail to its position for many � years as an outer-ring suburb of the rapidly growing Los Angeles metropolitan area, to its position today at a major crossroads of Orange County, at the convergence of major freeways, and serviced by a major commuter rail line. The City's economic environment cultivates and promotes both large corporate enterprises as well as smaller business entrepreneurs. At the outset of the zist century, Orange's economic development strategies focus on preserving jobs and maintaining a diverse economic base. To maintain the City's economic diversity, Orange encourages light manufacturing and industrial uses in the northwestern area, and larger institutional, corporate office and retail uses in the southwestern portion. The City provides opportunities for boutique and family- owned stores in Old Towne Orange, as well as in key commercial areas along Tustin Street, Katella Avenue, Chapman Avenue, and Lincoln Avenue, where regional and national retailers can also be found. Orange will continue to encourage educational and medical institutions and other industries that bring higher wage employment opportunities. The City also draws revenues from entertainment and hospitality industries. Encouraging continued economic development in Orange will require a coordinated response to strong demands for industrial and commercial businesses. In addition, it will require provision of attractive, vibrant, and safe retail centers, and promotion of mixed-use developments in walkable environments. Understanding that the City will soon be a fully developed community facing competition from its neighbors, Orange will continue to support economic development activities through consolidation and redevelopment of properties and through adaptive reuse and rehabilitation of older buildings. The Economic Development Element outlines goals and policies that promote sustainable, market-driven economic growth and activity without compromising the City's identity, heritage, or the quality of life of those who live,work,and play in Orange. ��- -..� -.'.:,;;�;;. �.. �a_- O�GE GEr��, PT.AN ED-1 �= ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -"� , �-'� Orange's Vision for the Future, described in the Generaf Plan Introduction, describes the importance offinding an appropriate balance between residential,commercial, and industrial demands: The vision encour�ges�he Cit�'s retail districts ta`seek incremental�imp,rovement; and promotes visuaily attractive comrnercial development, active public �re�s, ��h quality str�etscapes, and inno�ative design witMin the publicrealm`along-majQr thoroughfares such as Chapman Avenue, Tustin 5treet, IC�itella Avenue,and Main Street. The v'ision'ir�eludes the following objectives related to economk development: ■ The City will str'ive to provide for a range of businesses including small, family-owned businesses and larger businesses that serve a regional market. ■ The appearance and variefiy of commer�ial,retail,indu�trial, and employment centers will reflect the pride that�-e�idents harre fc�r Orange,as we11 as the (ang-term investments the City has made in its infrastr.ucture. _ ■ Orange wilf tap into the°�rfiainment and hospitality markets by er�ablin�development of high quality facilities strategically focated near other regional tourist draws. . ■ Orang�wilf continue to support educational and medical institutions and other industries that pravide high paying jobs and are majar contributors to the community. Purpose of the Economic Development Element The purpose of the Economic Development Element is, first, to identify desirable economic development conditions and land uses that will enhance and promote business activity, employment growth, and economic stability. Second, it provides goals and policies that will foster economic growth and increase employment opportunities. The goals and policies established in the Element are intended to cultivate economic growth and fiscal improvement, while providing a flexible framework that adjusts to changes in the marketplace. This Element creates a framework for__the_City in which to initiate specific strategies and implementation programs, "^+� f,..-+�„ �;+.. -,.,a +�„ �.-�.,,�„ o�a�„�i„�,,,�.,+ A.-r.�r.�../D.�,.-I.�..r.�.l.. .-.F A.-r.�.-.�.r� The Economic Development Element outlines economic strategies that allow the City to attract new businesses, promote retention and expansion of existing businesses, maintain a strong economic base, establish and reinforce its image and identity within the region, and identify future needs for infrastructure and capital facilities to foster new economic development opportunities. By analyzing the City's General Fund expenditures and recurring revenues, this Element establishes policies focused on improving the City's financial well- being. Based on land uses set forth in the Land Use Element, this Element generally addresses the City's ,^�'�.".^ �^�'^��^!^�^,^^+^_o^^�,'� expected range of fiscal benefits(e.g., property tax, sales tax, and other revenue sources). Likewise, this Element outlines the anticipated General Fund operating expenditures (e.g., police and emergency services, fire protection, public works, community services, and general government services) that the City can expect. Economic Development Element policies also support the provision of housing suitable for Orange's workforce. ___� �a R�., O�xGE GErrEr�z Pr�rr ED-2 .- ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Scope and Content of the Economic Development Element The Economic Development Element forms the basis for the City's overall economic policy related to business activity, employment growth, and fiscal balance. The Economic Development Element addresses employment stability and existing business retention, and encourages development of programs to recruit new businesses. Economic development policies can help preserve the culture and establish or refine the identity of commercial corridors and surrounding neighborhoods by retaining businesses that give character to the community. These policies can also help maintain a wide range of goods, services, and activities, and respond to local and regional commercial, retail,and industrial demands. The scope of the Economic Development Element also includes discussion regarding the types and intensities of land uses within key focus areas, addresses their appropriateness given forecasted market conditions, and discusses the role that land use policy plays in the economic health and stability of the community. The Economic Development Element is not a required element under State General Plan law. Nevertheless, the City recognizes the integral role and relationship that economic development has with the other elements of the General Plan in maintaining a high quality business and residential environment,and in promoting fiscal stability in Orange. The Economic Development Element consists of three sections: (�) Introduction (z) Issues,Goals, and Policies (3) Economic Development Plan This Introduction describes the Element's intent, organization, and relationships to other General Plan elements. Issues describe the key economic trends and factors that contribute to the economic growth and development of the community. Goals describe ideal outcomes regarding Orange's economy as expressed by both private and public interests, and Policies provide recommendations to achieve the stated goals. The goals and policies are purposefully general. They establish a framework for more detailed implementation programs, initiatives, and strategies, which can be revised on an ongoing basis, responding to changes in market conditions or the City's needs. The Economic Development Plan generally explains the programs that can be implemented according to Economic Development Element policies. Detailed descriptions of the various implementation programs recommended within this Element can be found in an Appendix to the General Plan. Relationship to Other General Plan Elements The contents of all the General Plan elements are complementary and must be integrated to provide comprehensive and consistent guidelines. The issues, goals and policies addressed within the Economic Development Element are correlated with those in the Land Use, Growth Management, Infrastructure, Cultural Resources & Historic Preservation, Circulation & Mobility, Urban Design, and Housing Elements. Together, these elements address and minimize barriers to economic growth such as inadequate infrastructure or transportation systems, or physical conditions that may discourage investment in the City. W.�„�..-.� � �-- ..#,�c . :�.�� :��_�-::. � ORANGE GENERAL PLAN ED-3 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT -` The Land Use Element describes development within the built environment, such as land use designations, types of activities allowed, and densities/intensities for various locations in the City's planning area. The Land Use Element sets forth plans to refine, and in some cases intensify, land uses within eight focus areas, some of which are located along many of the City's most traveled roadway corridors. The focus areas, and the proposed land use plans within them, are designed to maximize the economic potential of long untapped or underutilized resources within the City, such as commuter rail, Chapman University, medical centers near South Main Street and on East Chapman Avenue, and freeway and transit access. Economic development and growth within these areas is enabled by the General Plan land use plan, and is the key to achieving the long-term fiscal objectives of the City a� The goals and policies of the Growth Management and Infrastructure Elements ensure adequate circulation and infrastructure capacity to mitigate any undesired effects of growth by monitoring and phasing development, so it is concurrent with provision of infrastructure. Since many of the goals and policies expressed in these elements are implemented through tax revenues received by the City, the content of the Economic Development Element correlates directly to funding of public services. Business retention efforts of the Economic Development Element recognize the need to preserve the identity and culture of the City. Since much of the fundamental charm and attraction of Orange lies in the preservation of cultural and historical identity, the Cultural Resources&Historic Preservation Element should be read as a companion to this Element. Road capacity goals and policies addressed in the Circulation & Mobility Element also affect the type and mix of uses identified in the Economic Development Element. Changes in land use policy that promote economic development goals may result in congestion and reduce quality of life for residents, if not serviced with adequate road capacity. Physical deterioration of an area may discourage investors and developers from continuing business there. The appearance of industrial, commercial, and retail properties and streetscapes reflects the level of community pride and stewardship of Orange, and conveys a message about the quality of the community. For this reason, the contents of the Urban Design Element are coordinated with those of the Economic Development Element. The ability to attract new employers and to further develop existing ones is dependent on the provision of housing options that can accommodate a range of users. The Housing Element provides an assessment of suitable locations for residential in-fill development, identifies barriers to the development of affordable housing, and establishes policies and programs that direct infrastructure investments to support residential growth. ISSUES , GOALS AND POLICIES Recognizing that economic development is a multi-faceted process that responds to changing demagraphic trends, the goals and policies of the Economic Development Element address seven issues: (�) maintaining fiscal diversity and balance among land uses; (z) retaining and expanding retail businesses and attracting new retail businesses to the City; (3) removing barriers to economic development; (4) improving the appearance of the City's commercial, industrial, and office corridors; (5) strengthening the City's economic base and ..:_r� " _. -._ ..: �,�.:�, ��.;.: _ ... �, �,��.:�:, O�x�E GErrExx�. Pr�rr �� ED-4 �. �r:,�-- - ��,,_.- n ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT stimulating employment growth; (6) ensuring the adequacy of technology and utility infrastructure to support businesses; and (7) providing adequate local housing for employees. Fiscal Diversity and Balance Orange's local economy has expanded rapidly in recent years, diversifying in both services and retail sales. The following.goals and policies allow the City to continue to promote a diverse range of retail, commercial, institutional, and industrial businesses, and to achieve a balance between revenue generation and service demands of land uses. GOAL�.o Sustain a diversified economic base and strong fiscal stability. Policy�.�: Provide for land uses that allow a variety of retail, service, manufacturing, institutional, office, and recreational businesses to locate in Orange. Policy i.z: Retain the small, independent business character of Old Towne and other areas where smaller,family-owned businesses flourish,while accommodating national and regional retailers along major commercial corridors, and encouraging corporate headquarters and offices in the City's prominent office and commercial areas. Policy i.3: Retain industrial land for businesses that provide jobs for manufacturing and processing of goods and create local revenue sources. Policy�.4: Encourage physical expansion of manufacturing operations and research and development businesses wii#.�iir�light industrial and manufacturing.areas. . Policy�.5: Encourage new development and businesses that supplement smaller components of the City's retail base, such as apparel retailers, food stores, and home furnishings and appliances. Policy�.6: Continue to utilize redevelopment as a financing tool for City-initiated revitalization and to encourage and promote private investment. Policy i.7: Pursue a variety of funding approaches, including grants, impact fees, assessments, and transportation funds in order to support public services, municipal programs, and capital investments that support City businesses. Retail Business Retention and Expansion Current employment trends indicate that retail activity ranks second to service industry in Orange. Both large corporate retailers and smaller independent businesses have been part of Orange for decades. To retain existing businesses, to encourage new retail developments and emerging industries, and to respond to changing community demographics, the City will work with both types of property owners to renovate and improve the appearance of existing retail centers.The City will increase development potential within key retail corridors to provide additional capacity for anticipated retail growth. �.. .�. �--� ��;�;,; O�rrGE GEt�x� Pr�rr ED-5 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT � -.� -� GOAL z.o Cultivate a business environment that is conducive and appealing to the commercial and retail industry,including smaller entrepreneurs. Policy z.�: Encourage public-private partnerships that will support business and employment growth. Policy z.z: Increase local tax revenues by providing performance-based financial assistance to new and existing businesses in Orange. Policy z.3: Periodically evaluate local sales tax, transient occupancy tax, business license fees, and building permit fees to determine the effect of fees an local - -� � businesses, or as a deterrent to new businesses, as well as to� ensure adequate revenues for the City. Policy z.4: Maintain adequate infrastructure, transportation systems, and physical conditions that encourage retailers to invest in the City. Policy z.5: Encourage retention of existing retail businesses that will complement, and/or locate within, new or larger retail businesses or centers. Commercial and Industrial Base As of zoo5, about 4o percent of people employed in Orange worked in the service industry, and around �o percent worked in the manufacturing industry. In other words, nearly half of the employment force in Orange works in the service and manufacturing sectors. The City seeks to meet the needs of commerce and industry by strengthening and expanding the existing economic base. The proposed land uses described in the Land Use Element are anticipated to result in approximately 70.6 million square feet of nonresidential development at build-out, 35.7 million square feet more than current conditions. In addition, the Land Use Element advocates creation of a variety of mixed-use environments ranging from neighborhood-scale to urban scale. GOAL 3.o Strengthen the City's economic base and stimulate employment through new commercial and industrial development and expansion. Policy 3.�: Utilize the City's Redevelopment resources to help make commercial and industrial construction and development financially feasible. Policy 3.z: Encourage public and private sector investments that promote commercial development and expansion opportunities. Policy 3.3: Provide a venue for businesses to discuss economic issues and opportunities and to inform the public of various economic development and redevelopment programs. Policy 3.4: Encourage higher density residential and mixed-use projects to provide a community-based workforce and market for industrial and commercial areas. �c.� .�. ��.�, ORANGE GENExAL Pr..AD1 ED-6 :�.:�-�= -_ - . � ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Encouraging Economic Development Although the primary development of Orange has largely already taken place, the City can maximize its economic potential by identifying development opportunities on vacant or underutilized properties. The City can increase revenue and expand its employment base by refining development intensity within focus areas and by providing fiscal, zoning, infrastructure, and environmental support for business expansion. A key part of achieving a strong business climate and potential redevelopment of sites is to establish a friendly, professional environment to attract and retain businesses. Marketing and business outreach through various communication channels with both commercial tenants and property owners is vital. Available programs need to be flexible and should have the ability to adapt quickly to opportunities so as to retain important revenue-generating businesses in the community. GOAL 4.o Encourage economic developmenf efforts through outreach and maintenance of a pro-active business environment. Policy 4.�: Monitor land uses by business type ranging from entertainment to industrial uses to help identify citywide growth opportunities and target markets. Policy 4.z: Through land use policy and redevelopment efforts, work to reduce deficiencies within prominent commercial corridors such as vacant and underutilized land, irregularly shaped lots, deteriorated or outdated public improvements and facilities, traffic congestion, excessive noise, poor air quality,and deficient parking. Policy 4.3: Where appropriate, consolidate inadequately sized land or land owned by multiple owners into parcels suitable for integrated development with improved pedestrian and vehicular circulation. Policy 4.4: Maintain an active presence in the business community and engage in outreach efforts with property owners, tenants, brokers, community stakeholders, and local residents. Policy 4.5: Encourage an environmentally friendly business atmosphere that maintains local regulations favorable to clean industry, and provides assistance to industries seeking to comply with environmental regulations. Aesthetic Improvements The appearance of industrial, commercial, and retail properties and of the City as a whole reflects Orange's level of community pride and stewardship. Financial assistance for property and fa4ade improvements will provide an incentive for private reinvestment in businesses, which in turn can increase City sales tax revenues which can be reinvested in infrastructure. Aesthetic improvements may include signage, landscaping, and fa4ade renovation on private properties as well as rehabilitation of public rights-of-way and context-oriented street lighting. These types of improvements will enhance the image of the City's business districts for visitors and residents,and will improve business conditions in Orange. , _;,-� �.., . �.�..- - -�= ._.�_�.._ o�rrGE`cErrE�z Pr�rr �v_�� ED-7 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT > � ;�v�<- T ;-� GOAL 5.o Improve economic viability of business districts through aesthetic enhancement, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and elimination of physical deterioration. Policy 5.i: Eliminate and prevent physical deterioration and economic obsolescence by implementing the Orange Merged and Amended Redevelopment Plan. Policy 5.z: Improve the long-term economic viability of Katella Avenue, Chapman Avenue, and Tustin Street by promoting upgrades to fa4ades and aesthetics of retail properties, as well as the streetscape in the public right-of-way:.- - Policy 5.3: Improve the long-term economic viability of Old Towne, South Main Street, Katella Avenue, Uptown Orange, The�I�Outlets at Orange, and the Town and Country Road area by introducing mixed-use residential, commercial, and office projects that are visually and economically compatible with their surroundings. Policy 5.4: Redevelop and rehabilitate underutilized and vacant lands and public rights- of-way to stimulate development, and consider conversion of vacant lands to community amenities. Policy 5.5: Develop design guidelines, as needed, to encourage attractive development and clear signage, without increasing costs or barriers to economic development. Infrastructure Economic growth depends on provision of adequate infrastructure. Office, educational, and institutional facilities rely on the Internet and fiber-optic technology to transmit information and maintain daily business operations. Retail, commercial, and industrial businesses rely on well-maintained road, sewer, and water infrastructure to transport goods, support operations, and maintain a strong customer base. Provision and maintenance of needed utilities and infrastructure will ensure long-term economic growth while improving efficiency and productivity of businesses. GOAL 6.o Provide sufficienf infrastructure to support anticipated economic development and growth. Policy 6.�: Provide and maintain infrastructure adequate to support growth and expansion of commercial, industrial, and institutional areas, including water, sewer, streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drains, access, and parking improuements. Policy 6.z: Provide public improvements to support commercial, industrial and institutional uses. Housing for Employees Future uses proposed in the Land Use Element may result in about 66,85o housing units in Orange's planning area. Much of the new housing will be part of mixed-use projects located near expanding retail, commercial, and office areas. To provide an affordable supply of housing for those employed in the City, development incentives will be allotted to - , - - �_ ._�1�: O�GE GErrEx� PT.AN ED-8 �-�-=^�'""�"�"=F"= .�. ' .?� ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT developers who incfude affordable workforce housing, consistent with the provisions of the �ity's Housing Element. Since mixed-use developments combine housing and jobs in proximity to each other, they improve the ability of Orange residents to live closer to work, entertainment, and amenities, and could significantly decrease travel expenses and time lost to commuting, all ultimately improving quality of life in the community. GOAL 7.o Encourage development and preservation of affordable workforce housing to increase housing opportunities and improve quality of life for workers in Orange. Policy 7.�: Identify and market sites appropriate for housing development for all income groups that will support adjacent commercial development. Policy 7.z: Encourage mixed-use developments to provide housing close to employment hubs for employees in all income segments and household types. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN Orange provides a wide range and diversity of commercial, industrial, and institutional activities to local and regional consumers while maintaining its local culture and identity. The City benefits from proximity to major freeways and access to neighboring communities in the ' County of Orange. The City's commercial districts and regional shopping centers are attractions for local tourists seeking a retail,dining, and entertainment destination.Two such destinations are The Block at Orange and the City's Old Towne area, which is recognized as the largest historic district in California.The City's economic health and continued growth will generate revenue and allow for funding increases to support public services and infrastructure. Orange will continue to attract visitors and enhance the quality of life of its residents by building on existing assets that include the City's location, the historic charm of Old Towne, commuter rail, regional medical centers, educational institutions, and substantial natural areas. Part of the City's economic development efforts will focus on identifying underutilized and vacant sites for development, and renovating and rehabilitating older or dilapidated buildings. Redeveloping blighted areas will also expand development opportunities. By ' carefully analyzing types of uses that generate revenue and demand for public services, and by implementing programs to address the needs of the business community, Orange will continue to grow and develop economically without compromising its character and charm. To strengthen the City's economic profile,the City will: ■ encourage mixed-use developments in strategic locations along and near major arterial corridors; ■ continue to promote a diverse range of land uses that will sustain a strong economic tax base for the community; ■ create a communication strategy to highlight economic development achievements and opportunities; ■ conduct economic development and redevelopment workshops for the business community, including brokers,developers and community members; -�..�..-:.�-� ., . -,R- �.�:.. _. _ �-�- ORANGE GErrERAz PLAN ED-9 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - "�:� ~``"� ■ support continued growth of commercial, institutional, and industrial businesses that contribute both high-wage employment opportunities and point-of-sales revenues; and ■ provide policies that guide City decision makers through the budget process. Focus Area Objectives The Economic Development Plan works within provisions of the Land Use Element that establish mixed-use areas, refining and in some cases increasing the development capacity of commercial and industrial areas.Targeting key focus areas in the City allows specific planning to enhance economic development activities. Each focus area presents varying constraints and opportunities that guide different approaches to land use and economic development objectives. Following is a summary of specific objectives for each area. Detailed descriptions of each area and maps depicting proposed land uses in each area are contained in the Land Use Element. Chapman Avenue/Tustin Street ■ Emphasize continued commercial and multiple-family residential designations west of State Route(SR)55• ■ Promote viable open space recreation uses of Yorba Park,Grijalva Park, and Santiago Creek. ■ Allow potential future commercial uses on the Yorba Park and OUSD Education Center sites in conjunction with on-or off-site parkland improvements. ■ Maintain hospital and medical office uses at the Chapman Hospital site and allow for compatible integrated retail, housing, and civic uses. Katella Avenue Corridor ■ Establish an active,vibrant, urban mixed-use gateway to the City featuring high-density residential uses. ■ Capitalize on development of expanded entertainment uses and housing across the Santa Ana River in Anaheim. ■ Enhance retail options and convenience throughout west Orange. ■ Maintain Katella Avenue's commercial nature with neighborhood-scale mixed-use developments that transition into adjacent residential areas. South Main Street Corridor ■ Encourage compatible and integrated residential,commercial, and office uses. ■ Encourage compatible and integrated residential,commercial, and office uses, either as multiple-story projects with ground-floor retail,or as stand-alone projects. ■ Encourage pedestrian connections to transit along surrounding arterial corridors,as well as adjacent shopping and hospital facilities. .a...:-� �,, . ...�-�� _� _�,. � ORANGE GENERAL PLAN ED-10 ,m,.,�� - __ ECONdMIC DEVELOPMENT ■ Promote development of a medical corridor that capitalizes on existing hospital and medical uses. West Chapman Avenue/Uptown Orange ■ Encourage integrated commercial retail, professional and medical office, housing, and civic uses. ■ Provide convenient transit access, innovative housing options, and pedestrian-oriented design. ■ Require new development projects to provide community open space areas and retain or improve access to the Santa Ana River Trail. Old Towne and Santa Fe Depot ■ Reduce residential densities in many areas of Old Towne. ■ Continue to protect and enhance Old Towne's historic character. ■ Introduce neighborhood-scale mixed-use along Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue and adjacent to the Burlington Northern�Santa Fe(BNSF)railroad. ■ Encourage the adaptive re-use of existing industrial/commercial areas and the creation of transit-oriented developments around the historic Santa Fe Depot. ■ Maintain and enhance Old Towne's walkability. ■ Provide for continued use and enhancement of the civic center, including City Hall and the Orange Public Library& Local History Center. Industrial Areas ■ Decrease the maximum allowed intensity within areas located west of Batavia Street and generally south of Grove Avenue to help discourage professional office uses within this area in favor of true industrial uses. ■ Provide room for expansion of current businesses and infill of vacant properties in remaining portions of this area by increasing the maximum allowed development intensity. ■ Preserve the single-family residential character of the Cully Drive neighborhood. Lemon Street Corridor ■ Establish a corridor of well-insulated,higher density residential uses,gradually transitioning,from west to east into a single-family residential area. Eckhoff Street/Orangewood Avenue ■ Recognize the potential of areas north of Orangewood Avenue to continue to provide options for lower-scale office uses and business-park oriented light industrial uses, as well as warehouse and distribution uses. ■ Expand current neighborhood-scale office activities along Orangewood Avenue. � �� - _ ___ �-��-�;� O�vGE GErrE�z PzzArr ED-11 . ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT --�: Fiscal Diversity and Balance According to projections published by California State University, Fullerton's Center for .. Demographic Research (OCP zoo6), Orange County's population is projected to grow by approximately �5 percent between zoo6 and zo3o. The number of jobs within the County is projected to grow by approximately zz percent within this same timeframe. To accommodate this anticipated regional growth, demand for both office and retail space will increase.According to OCP zoo6, Orange's population is expected to increase�6 percent and employment is expected to increase by about 8 percent. Most of the new population will be distributed between higher density infill mixed-use developments within the western portions of the City, or in newer suburban environments in east Orange. Because most of the anticipated retail and commercial growth will result from intensification of existing commercial nodes, such projected residential development will strengthen the market. The City will encourage mixed-use developments, including projects with affordable rental housing and businesses that complement the jobs available in Orange. Redevelopment Dissolution In �g83, the Orange Redevelopment Agency r�^�'^.,^'^^^�^^+ ^�^^�..` established the L-i�}Fs n��-��dc��lep�te+�-�ej�e�-a�ea;t� Tustin Street Redevelopment Project Area. In subsequent years, the Southwest Redevelopment Project Area (�g84) and the Northwest Redevelopment Project Area (�988)were established. In zoo�, the Agency Board approved a comprehensive��+�p_lan amendment which merged the three project areas into one, which is now known as the Orange Merged and Amended Redevelopment Project Area. Figure ED-� identifies the location and boundaries of the Merged Project Area. Economic development and redevelopment activities in a project area �e were funded primarily with property"tax increment" dollars.When a project area+s was formed, property taxes within that area are frozen at a base year. Tax dollars below this base year are distributed to taxing agencies such as county, fire, and school districts as if the redevelopment project area did not exist. When property taxes within the project area increase as a result of increased property values, the amount over the frozen base year is referred to as "tax incremenf." f_n_2o1�, Assembly BiII X1 z6 came into effect which dissol_v_ed redev_elopment_agenaes_as_of February i, zo�z and a_Successor Agency_was created for each former redeve[opment agency. ' ' ' ' �± � n .,`+;,, „f+h� ��+„�� a„ „I„ .-,+f��.,a.- /,., � .,+1 r a + 1-, a ��.".j."... ��...�. �� u �F..r�.�FF..r.�l�hl., F,., '.,,-r„-+�.,�+P.,� The_responsibility of the Successor Agenc}r to the Orange_Redev__eloprr�ent AgencX Successor Agen_cy)is to_facilitate redevelogment_wind-down activitie_s. Ecanom.ic Develapmen�c�lctivities Economic development cov_ers__a wide_spectrum of activities forcused toward_creation_and maintenance._of_a healthy (aca( economy__inc[udin� business_ retention;_ encouragir�g expansion and growth of new business; exploring new oppartunities to attract ne�nr strat-up businesses;.and,_encouraging job_retention and_prornoting nevv iob_creation._Enh�ncing arzd �-_v _ ��; O�GE GErrEx� P�rr ED-12 .- ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT maintaining the City's economic base through__increased sales and_property tax dollars to the City's_General Fund area also essential_economic development efforts to_sustain delivery of services to_residents and businesses. Assembiy Bill_56z and Sales Tax Sharing Program In_zoi3,_ the State__Legislature_ and_Governor_Brown aPprov_ed Assembly Bill__56z_(AB 56z) which went into effect on January�, zo�4. This new legislation provided expanded flexibility for local agencies and cities to create and retain jobs as well as incentivize business retention and attraction efforts through sales tax sharing and other financial assistance. The City's Sales Tax Sharing Program provides for_economic__development incentives whereby the City and the owner of an existing or new business that generates sales tax revenue to_the__benefit of the City may enter into _a Particip_at_ion Agreement._ These agreements would occur when businesses desire to: • Establish, expand and/or consolidate business operations. � Retain and/or create new jobs. • Undertake_upgrade and/or significant uPgrade of_property. • Generate a minimum of$�o million in annual tax sales to the City. , . . . ; -,+;�.�„ i > > ; ��-.rl.,.,��-,+., r,��F.I�.- �.,f -. + + � •I•+• � ; �n �i- i-1 l. c-F-�rf.-.-�r��-r-� F � ��i�.�`�.iu�ti ; > > � � IpC1�oT C�"Ill"fTTn�IICTfI CTC7 i 7 ) ; h',-rh .- -,+.,�- ��i b��a-cc� Business Development and Outreach The Business_Enhancement Support Team (BEST Team) works to eliminate development constraints of environmental, physical, or economic origin through public collaboration and assisting private partnerships through a streamlined entitlement process. The ��.�;�rm^^+�� BEST Team works to understa_nd private development and investment toward #+t�a+�e public ��-o„Q infrastructure improvements �e--�4+E #-aE+�i�ies, and seeks to stimulate economic growth through_ property upgrades and job creation. These objectives also emphasize the need to strengthen the City's economic base ,.s�-��.�-��-� . . . �, _.�_ �:-�_ . .s,:.,. -�::�,..;: OxAxGE GErrERAL P7�AN ED-13 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ' by identifying specific economic opportunities, promoting incentive programs, and facilitating business development. Additionally, in the_area of business development_the City_ �_�_��^!^�^�^^� "-�^"'� will continue to monitor property conditions throughout the community over time, and through ongoin�business out_reach__with local brokers will evaluate areas and�or territory +",�� , and will promote development of high quality live-work mixed-use projects within focus areas designated for mixed-use development. , . Fiscal Balance Cities achieve fiscal balance by effectively budgeting and managing revenues and expenditures. Policies that encourage diverse revenue sources and that monitor costs will ensure a strong, sustainable economic base in Orange. Achieving fiscal balance means capturing sufficient tax revenue to support public services. In Orange, fiscal balance will require strengthening underrepresented economic sectors that bring revenue to the City.To minimize local economic downturns due to heavy reliance on a limited number of market sectors, Orange will continue to promote the diversity of businesses already present in the City. Revenues General Fund revenues are collected from taxes and are used to provide local government services such as public safety, planning and building services, park maintenance, library and recreation services, and other expenditures not required by law to be restricted to a separate fund. The General Fund represents nearly half of the�ity's total revenues. In recent years, General Fund revenues have steadily risen. Orange will continue to encourage attraction and retention of small,independent entrepreneurs as Tax revenues, which include sales, property, part of its long-range economic strategy. transient occupancy, and other taxes, account for a large portion of total General Fund revenues. Other sources of revenue are motor vehicle license fees, service fees, licenses, and permits. Among tax revenues, sales taxes are the single most important source of revenue for the City. Orange receives an equivalent one percent share of the total value of transactions at City-based businesses that are subject to sales tax. The largest recent increases in taxable sales in Orange are associated with auto dealerships and "big box"retailers. Ensuring adequate revenue to finance public facilities, services, and utilities requires a strong economic base. Orange's economic base can be strengthened by encouraging small, independent entrepreneurship, providing incentives for industrial, office, and larger .�. � -_._ :�� . .ri.__. .:�.�, �N _.�::=�.� ORANGE GENERAL PLAN ED-14 �-_• �,;�,- ECONOMIC DEVELOPI�PNT ._� �: na commercial businesses, and attracting new private investments focused on revitalizing and redeveloping areas. The �^�'^.,�'�^^,^^+ ^�^^�.. City will continue to work to eliminate ---r��---- - -o----i constrainfs and encourage the productive use of underutilized and vacant sites �^�'�^��^;^�+ �ea, and will promote lot consolidations in areas characterized by smaller parcels and multiple property ownerships, �^��;^��^,�+� ��-,;., �+.-,,,,+�T.,.-+;r c+,-oo+� �.,a,e��+ch�n.Y,�� tfe. �rvrsaarr��(�I'� I-. +h.. rP+.. .�.f /1.- .-..�t.. .rl..� -,II�� o.-oP��ac �n r�or�`..+ v� `vl1"+`.-1 '� r".. � . ., . .. 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"..�..r rrl �` 'C,' � , � �' , '`` _,,,,• � / � '�m ,3' ,.,(�. � ``�.,,� � i' � ; /f �,..� n� � f \ l { ' �t��_� � 1 70 •' �.''�� /� �m � � . �--.�-'� fD � � � £ t �- fl. .' o� � C'•.�..r�"� �-1 � ' } r (� J�F�Rc �n t.... I � �,r ` r Y "� O � ��'0 -_�--Y-� a r l. r � ; i � �� •.r \../o (�� ' f � �� f�� . � ~\i � �r� / l.�;l � . � ., � � � � � � � o . �'' i � j - �. 1 , / �� . �. �.. ; .,.-�'""'��r�`'�'"`�.'� �.. � '�;^.j`.: `� � � � �\� t, �� , � .._ �"-�"'��-. �a� ;�;� ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Retail Business Retention and Expansion Retail businesses in Orange are located primarily along Tustin Street, Katella Avenue, Chapman Avenue, and The City Drive. Major retail centers include The Block at Orange in west Orange on The City Drive south of Chapman Avenue, The Village,at Orange on North Tustin Street, and the Stadium Promenade on West Katella Avenue. As a major retail and entertainment center, The Block at Orange attracts local residents and regional customers. Existing and future growth in the adjacent Anaheim Platinum Triangle and the University of California-Irvine Medical Center expansion further support the Uptown area's regional attraction. The Urban Mixed-use designation for The Block at Orange and the surrounding area presents opportunities to develop additional retail, office, residential, and entertainment uses. The Village at Orange is a regional lifestyle shopping center featuring traditional department store anchor tenants and regional retailers. The potential future Meats Avenue interchange along SR-5S would increase accessibility to the Village at Orange along an important north-south roadway. Stadium Promenade includes entertainment and retail businesses, and is located adjacent to Anaheim's Platinum Triangle and across the Santa Ana River from the proposed Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) transit station. Stadium Promenade will serve as a prominent western gateway into the City. To capitalize on the increased population within the adjacent area, and to successfully incorporate the benefits of increased transit use, this area will accommodate a higher concentration of mixed entertainment, retail, and residential uses. Areas further east along Katella Avenue, between Batavia Street and Glassell Street,will be retained as a highly- productive commercial ,, �� district, and will continue as -• � '� � '•�� ' '�°' home to several �� `i�� :,." "�l automobile dealerships. �,;.� a�"' �'�'` East of Glassell Street, �� -�-��-�,. neighborhood-scale mixed- ,�:��"'��:;p��;•"�.�;mb� , ��y�D� ��M q� p , use development will " � n � provide a transition from r�" '� �� -; �� . commercial retail uses to "�� ,� ` mixed-use neighborhoods " � between Glassell Street and �. ��h '� k �` � � ` California Street. Commercial uses will The current Stadium Promenade site provides exciting opportunities for COfltlflU2 to surround the Orange to capture its share of the entertainment and tourist market Kdtella Avenue and TuStin �enerated by Disneyland and An�els Stadium. Street intersection. The success of the City's commercial and retail areas lies in their proximity to major transportation corridors, and in possessing a wide range of retail businesses that provide diverse goods and services and a variety of shopping and entertainment experiences. Challenges to the City's retail market include financing the rehabilitation of older buildings and infrastructure, improving the availability of parking, and implementing design guidelines that wil[ improve signage, create attractive public spaces within commercial corridors, and preserve the historic character of Old Towne. Redevelopment and improved financing of both public facilities and services will strengthen the City's economic base and can improve �,� �� . �,- -_,_4- __ �. :�.-�; O�rrGE GErtEx� P�rr ED-19 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ��: ,,;y:i�d -. �;�=� the physical appearance of these corridors. New mixed-use designations will both increase the market for commercial areas, and allow for expansion. Commercial and Industrial Base The City's commercial market offers diverse shopping opportunities, goods, and services for a broad range of tastes and socioeconomic groups. The proximity of commercial areas to major transportation corridors, and the planned expansion and renovation of these areas outlined in the Land Use Element will provide growth and expansion opportunities for commerciaf businesses, particularly retail businesses. Even though these commercial uses are vulnerable to fluctuations in the local and regional markets, and developable land is growing scarce, mixed-use expansions and redevelopment of parcels along major corridors will provide new business opportunities as the City approaches a more highly developed condition. The City will continue to support smaller industries and businesses that provide job growth and tax revenue. By diversifying both its tax and employment base, the City will continue to improve its fiscal viability. . Supplementing the City's strong �` Orange's industrial uses are concentrated in the commercial and industrial sectors, northwest area of the City,generally north and south of Orange's institutions,including St. Katella Avenue, and west of Glassell Street, with �oseph Hospital,provide valuable skilled consistent, strong demand from small businesses. The employment opportunities. area consists of a mix of warehouses, light industrial uses, and flexible office spaces catering to incubator or "home grown" companies. Key advantages offered by the City's industrial areas include proximity to high-end housing in Orange and surrounding communities for company executives,a central location, convenient freeway access, and the opportunity to capture displaced industrial tenants from the Platinum Triangle area. Even with high demand for industrial spaces, growth is limited due to lack of available land.To promote industrial growth and increase employment opportunities, the City encourages consolidation of small parcels with multiple owners, concentrates redevelopment on smaller sites, and has refined or increased the buildable capacity of industrial areas to be responsive to demand by adjusting maximum permitted Floor-area Ratios(FARs). Encouraging Economic Development Strategies for promoting economic development in Orange include potential reuse and redevelopment of underutilized properties and irregularly shaped parcels. One challenge existing in Orange today is the lack of appropriate sites for larger retail developments. The City must compete with adjacent retail centers in neighboring cities such as Main Place Mall in Santa Ana and the Platinum Triangle and Garden Walk projects in Anaheim. The local market is also vulnerable to fluctuations in the Southern California economy. ��: � y.°,; �. �-�-w�:, O�GE GEt�� P� ED-20 �- =:� ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT To facilitate commercial development on underutilized sites, the City encourages site consolidation where feasible and desirable to provide parcels appropriately sized and configured to support larger retail and office development. The City also will support site assessments to determine the status of potential environmental contamination. Orange's large industrial area is located in the northwestern portion of the City, and is characterized by a broad mix of business park, office, manufacturing, warehousing and commercial uses. Over time, market forces may create a demand for more office space in the industrial area, or for more intense business park or warehouse uses than are currently present. Considering ways to increase the intensity of uses throughout the City's industrial areas will encourage more productive use of limited land resources. Demand for industrial and office use in this area is strong, particularly among those who want to own their buildings. Therefore, the City seeks to preserve the primary industrial land use found in this area and to encourage intensification and/or redevelopment of underutilized parcels. Areas with incompatible uses often require mitigation efforts to address negative impacts.The City will buffer industrial and residential uses from each other with commercial uses or other higher intensity uses to protect residential areas from exposure to truck traffic, to the transport of hazardous materials,and to excessive noise associated with industrial uses.Within industrial areas,the City will encourage recruitment and retention of environmentally safe and clean manufacturers to ensure that expansion of industrial areas can occur without increasing the risk to residents and employees from potential exposure to hazardous materials and wastes. Aesthetic Improvements The quaint streets of Old Towne and the postmodern attractions at The Block at Orange and The Village at Orange display the City's appreciation for a variety of aesthetic styles. Funds to support renovation and rehabilitation are returned through tax revenue generated by regional and local clientele, who enjoy the upgraded look and feel of Orange's retail centers. In addition, mixed-use areas will increase the opportunity for aesthetically pleasing commercial and residentiaf development along some of the City's major corridors while promoting both walkability and a sustainable lifestyle. Areas already characterized by strong design features are the result of implementation of design guidelines the City has adopted in certain locations. The City can complement the economic and aesthetic contributions of its thriving retail centers by focusing aesthetic improvements in additional areas along Lincoln Avenue,Tustin Street,and Katella Avenue, and by removing barriers and capturing economic opportunities present in each area. Creating a streetscape program and design guidelines, and using p^�'^��^'^�m^�+ ^.o^^�� ecanomic dev_elopment_resources and funds where possible will contribute toward achieving the City's aesthetic and economic goals in these areas. Furthermore,the City emphasizes specific programs to improve aesthetics along commercial corridors, such as placing entryway signs on major corridors near the City's boundary, developing landscape guidelines to extend landscape and hardscape design throughout the City, and paying attention to design in transitional areas between commercial and residential areas. Implementing the Old 7owne Design Standards and Infill Residential Design Guidelines �-<•4_ .��=, ORANGE GENERAL PLAN ED-21 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT :p.�--= �..,�...,;.-...P . � .�,�,.._:�r�: and updating other design guidelines throughout the City in tandem with economic development plans will ensure aesthetic improvements and improve economic viability. More information and policies related to urban design and aesthetic improvements within the City's commercial and mixed-use corridors are provided in the Urban Design Element. Infrastructure �cEt�oRE'�6�1i�}c�rr��—�^zsE'H cp i��k�-FE25—Cv�r^r�'v�_ !-+S_'_��.. � a i-.i'�# +...„-+.,.-„ raTra--�uvrr ,=�ScrQccQrc }}�-Ff3au�2fl�5 4'��r'ruc—=ccrri �,�;:.��;� Fiscal growth and business expansion, both within the Project Area - and throughout the City, depends on provision of �,� adequate infrastructure and necessary public services. These services ensure the safety, cleanliness, and `�' F communication that Orange's Redevelopment Agency considers development and businesses rely on in order rehabilitation of affordable family housing with emphasis on low and very- to Carl'y oUt Clal�y Op21'at10115. low income families as one of its highest priorities. In effect, inadequate public services and infrastructure will curtail expansion of retail, commercial, and industrial businesses; will reduce job opportunities; and will create blight over the long term. Adequate infrastructure will allow businesses to expand and will provide room for new businesses to develop without making burdensome demands on the City's infrastructure. To ensure proper services and infrastructure, the City has created and continues to update plans for drainage, sewer operations, and water management. The City also monitors the status of its infrastructure and of public utilities such as gas, electricity, and telecommunications. To address aging of the water, sewer, and storm drain infrastructures; to deliver clean water; and to ensure proper waste collection; Orange gauges current and future needs and charges fees to fund needed upgrades and replacements. The City also implements infrastructure policies in its Economic Development Strategy Plan to address inadequacies pertaining to storm drains, signalization, and slow progress in placing utilities underground. More information and policies related to the infrastructure needed to support economic growth and expanded employment are provided in the Infrastructure Element. Housing for Employees The supply of adequate housing in and around Orange is directly related to the health and expansion of the City's economy. State law (Health and Safety Code Section 33070)declares the importance of providing housing and employment opportunities for all people. It also states that "unfit housing and lack of employment opportunity depend on each other to _ ,��-:� ,� _..� �--, ORAT7GE GEtJERAL PLADr ED-22 �- • -� ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT perpetuate a system of dependency and hopelessness which drains the state of its valuable financial and human resources" (Health and Safety Code Section 33070). Among the fundamental purposes of redevelopment are expansion of the supply of low-and moderate-income housing, and expansion of employment opportunities for jobless and underemployed persons. To accomplish this, the Agency is required to set aside at least zo percent of its tax increment revenues to increase, improve, and preserve low-and moderate- income housing.The City and the Agency aim to rehabilitate and repair the current supply of housing, to provide new construction of low- and moderate-income housing, to provide special-needs housing, to replace affordable housing that has been eliminated as a result of redevelopment, and to integrate affordable housing within new residential development. Although the City lacks an abundance of vacant land for residential use and faces competition from planned developments in surrounding cities, Orange is a prime location for residential developments because of its proximity to major employment centers and amenities, its high quality of life, and its high existing demand for a range of housing types. To improve quality of life for workers in Orange, the City will continue to provide a wide variety of housing options that suit the needs of residents of all income groups and household types.To increase the existing housing supply,the City has increased the amount of land designated for mixed-use development and identified sites suitable for housing development for local and regional employees. More information, including policies and programs related to provision of affordable and accessible housing in the City, are provided in the Housing Element. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IMPLEMENTATION The goals, policies, and plans identified in this Element are implemented through a variety of City plans, ordinances, development requirements, capital improvements, and ongoing collaboration with regional agencies and neighboring jurisdictions. Specific implementation measures for policies in this Element are contained in the General Plan Appendix. ��- - -.�<., �._�.�=-= O�GE GErrEx� PT.AN ED-23 ECONOMTC DEVELOPMENT :�-� �:�,- N,;,�.,,�:� Introduction and Vision for the Future....................................................................................................� " Purpose of the Economic Development Element...............................................................................z Scope and Content of the Economic Development Element.............................................................3 Relationship to Other General Plan Elements.....................................................................................3 Issues,Goals and Policies.........................................................................................................................4 Fiscal Diversity and Balance..................................................................................................................5 Retail Business Retention and Expansion ...........................................................................................5 Commercial and Industrial Base.......................................................................................................... 6 Encouraging Economic Development.................................................................................................7 AestheticImprovements......................................................................................................................7 Infrastructure....................................................................................................................................... 8 Housingfor Employees........................................................................................................................ 8 Economic Development Plan.................................................................................................................. 9 FocusArea Objectives.........................................................................................................................io Chapman Avenue/Tustin Street.....................................................................................................io Katella Avenue Corridor.................................................................................................................�o South Main Street Corridor............................................................................................................io , West Chapman Avenue/Uptown Orange.......................................................................................11 Old Towne and Santa Fe Depot......................................................................................................i� IndustrialAreas.................................................................................................:..............................11 Lemon Street Corridor....................................................................................................................ii Eckhaff Street/Orangewood Avenue.............................................................................................�� Fiscal Diversity and Balance................................................................................................................iz Redevelopment..............................................................................................................................�z FiscalBalance..................................................................................................................................�4 ED-15 Figure ED-� Redevelopment ProjectArea.....................................................................�7 Retail Business Retention and Expansion .........................................................................................ig Commercial and Industrial Base.........................................................................................................zo Encouraging Economic Development ...............................................................................................zo Aesthetic Improvements.................................................................................................................... z� Infrastructure......................................................................................................................................zz Housingfor Employees..........................................................................................:............................zz Economic Development Implementation.............................................................................................z3 �.�, �.�;.•:;�_ _... .�..�-��: OF2ANGE GENERAL PLAN ED-24 ��...�� , �,�:, � � 7 ,� � ��«;� �� ` �� - s_ - �.�- -� INTRODUCTION This Implementation Plan will guide City elected officials, commission and committee members, staff, and the public in the overall effort to put into practice the adopted General Plan goals and policies. The purpose of the implementation programs is to ensure that the overall direction set forth in the General Plan is translated from general ideas to actions. Each implementation program is a procedure, program, or technique that requires City action, either alone or in collaboration with non-City organizations or with federal and state agencies. Some of the implementation programs are processes or procedures the City currently administers on a day-to-day basis (such as review of development projects). Other implementation programs require new programs or projects. Completion of each of the identified programs is subject to funding availability. CITY DEPARTMENTS AND DIVISIONS IMPLEMENTING THE GENERAL PLAN Implementing and maintaining the overall General Plan is the primary responsibility of the Planning Division of the Community Development Department. However, because General Plan policies affect nearly every aspect of City government and of City services provided in Orange, other departments also play key roles in ensuring that General Plan policies and programs are carried out to achieve the community's vision. Each of the City's departments has taken part in the preparation of the General Plan, and many have implementation responsibilities described in this section. In some cases, elements of the implementation programs may carry through to individual departments' work plans or the City's Capital Improvement Program. The implementation programs are also intended to be consistent with,and supportive of,the City's Strategic Plan. The following section summarizes the Mission Statements of the departments most responsible for implementing the General Plan. These statements provide a broad overview of the types of programs each department is likely to be responsible for implementing. City Council The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors. . �.. ,�,.,.�--��. ,..�� .;, _ .. ��_ �_: Ox�rrGE GErrE� Pr�rr IMP-1 IMPLEMENTAT I ON �a;,�= :;�,::_- �, City Manager To manage the City's resources with leadership and vision. Community Development To work with the community in achieving and maintaining a better quality of life by providing professional guidance and coordination of all land planning and development activities, and by fairly and consistently implementing the City's regulations and policies. Community Services To enhance the quality of life and a safe community by providing lifelong learning opportunities, leisure activities,and recreational experiences. Economic Development To promote economic growth and housing opportunities to enhance the quality of life throughout the community. Fire To prevent or minimize the loss of life, damage to the environment, and property from the adverse effects of fire,medical emergencies,and hazardous conditions. Library Services : To welcome and support all people in their enjoyment of reading and pursuit of lifelong learning, to preserve local history, and to provide equal access to information, ideas, and knowledge through books, programs, and technology. Police To perform law enforcement duties with innovative leadership; accountable to the people we serve, in order to ensure their safety and improve the quality of life in our diverse community. Public Works To provide and preserve our City's infrastructure, facilities, and programs, and to promote public health, safety, and welfare through courteous and timely customer service and efficient use of available resources. .� �-�- -��- _. O�rrGE GErrE�u, PzArr IMP-2 cPA 2ozo-000i �s/Zo/io) _,�,-:�-�_�= .�;:;;. � �� IMPLEMENTATION CITY OF OR.ANGE STRATEGIC PLAN The City of Orange Sfrategic Plan establishes a vision for how the City as an organization delivers services to its residents, businesses, and visitors. The intent of the plan is to define the purpose of the organization, establish realistic goals and objectives, present a vision of success that will guide the ongoing direction of the organization, and help to ensure the most effective use of City resources by focusing the resources on key priorities. The zoo8- zo�3 Strategic Plan establishes the following goals: (i) Provide for a safe community. (z) Be a fiscally healthy community. (3) Enhance and promote the quality of life in the community. (4) Provide outstanding customer service. (5) Recognize, promote,and preserve Orange's rich heritage. These Strategic Plan goals are integrated throughout the General Plan policies, and are reflected in the Implementation Plan programs and specifications. Therefore, the Strategic Plan goals are also reflected in the individual department work plans and the City Budget. IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAMS General Plan implementation programs are organized into the following five subsections corresponding to various areas and levels of City responsibility: I. Plans, Permits, Procedures,Agreements, and Ordinances Administered by the City II. Physical Improvements and Capital Projects III. Conditions or Requirements Placed Upon Applicants during Development Review IV. Planning and Outreach Initiatives V. Coordination with Other Agencies and Organizations Each implementation program relates directly to one or more of the General Plan policies, drawn from various elements. For each program, the related General Plan policies are listed, along with the responsible agencies or City departments, the recommended time frame, and the likely funding source. The implementation programs are intended for use as the basis for preparing the Annual Report to the City Council on the status of the City's progress in implementing the General Plan, as described in Section 65400 of the Government Code. Because many of the individual actions and programs also act as mitigation for environmental impacts resulting from planned development in accordance with the General Plan, the Annual Report can also provide a means of monitoring application of the mitigation measures as required by Public Resources Code Section z�o8�.6. To ensure continued consistency and usefulness, the programs should be updated concurrent with the City's annual budget process and whenever the General Plan is amended or updated. Implementation programs corresponding to the goals and policies set forth in the Housing Element are listed within the Housing Element, rather than within this Appendix. �. _._ _._e.. ��:Y �:=:�: O�xGE GErrE� Pr.�t� IMP-3 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) IMPLEMENTATION = .. - ,_ I . Plans , Permits , Procedures , Agreements , and Ordinances Administered by the City Program I-1 Zoning Code Update , . The City will_update�� revise and/or establish new zoning standards to implement policies in the Land Use, Noise, Urban Design, and Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation Elements. T��AII future updates to the Zoning Code will include an active public participation process. Until such time as the City adopts the Zoning Ordinance amendments, all new development shall comply with +�.,, �;,��,+;.-,.� a„�;,�... _ ._�_a ..a ��_+�a the_standards set --o.. .o; --o--�'- -� = forth in the current Zoning Code, or the standards established through a development agreement or specific plan for a particular development project. The City ' . �C'S�'-S��F�5�2--�c+�'�cE—�r'�oT„ � ��c--�-crrEi�=•,•t=*�--�-�-*��.-„ rt�;,,..+ +_ t�_.,+:�� Fe� d-�ts��es igaa�+e�-#e-�ea-c-�-�+�ed--�e-�e-�r��t-�+_t. ��;{;� '^^;^� '"^�'^ -r--...- - •�o - will "^ �� updated design standards for_Old Towne and the Southwest Redev_elopment Project Area,and_develop new streetscape standards, ' to implement its_mixed- use_._fand use_._objectives. The zoning code revisions will designate buffer zones and transitional areas to minimize land use incompatibilities between single-family residential areas and intensified commercial operations and mixed-use development. The Zoning Code revisions do not specify changes regarding noise in mixed-use areas; however, Implementation Program I-3�_30, "Noise Ordinance," seeks to minimize the effect of noise generated from industrial land uses on adjacent land uses. Specific revisions to the Zoning Code will be completed to address: • Maximizing the amount of pervious surfaces in new and infill developments; ■ Integration of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED)principles into site plan and building design, including adequate safety lighting; ■ Integration of complementary uses in support of a safe community environment; ■ A designation process for cultural resources to be listed on the city's�Local�Register of Historic Resources,to include a broad range of historic resources including separate or individual buildings, structures, objects, and sites,as well as districts and archaeological resources; ■ A process for review of.projects refated to_histaric resources outside_of the_Old Towne Historic District. ■ Adaptive reuse of potential and listed historic resources—the city will consider provisions for including neighborhood character areas(NCAs)as a zoning overlay, and the following .�..�_ ,� � :�-�=:� - ,.� Ox�xGE GErrE�x, P�rr IMP-4 cPA 2oio-000l �a/io/io) :�- >�- --��:� � :�!-a IMPLEMENTAT ION planning areas may be considered for this zoning revision: EI Modena,eCypress�Street �Barrio, and the raiiroad/packinghouse corridor; ■ Development interface with Santiago Creek,the Santa Ana River,and other open space areas; ■ Incorporation of sustainable development principles, such as the adoption of resource conservation measures for building codes and standards,and specifications for multi- modal transportation; ■ Maintenance of the building security ordinance and addition of a CPTED element to those standards; and ■ Preparation of development standards that address�National�Pollutant dDischarge eElimination�System (�e�NPDE$)requirements. Agency�Department: Community Development Department, Police Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund, �^�'^.,^�^^^�^^+f��^�'� Time Frame: Updated by December�zoi6 Related Policies: Land Use: �.�, i.z,�.3,�.4, z.�, z.z, z.3, z.4, z.5, z.7, z.8, z.9, 4•�, 4•Z,4•4, 4•5, 5•�, 5•Z, 5•3,6.�, 6.z, 6.4, 6.7, 6.8,6.9, 8.� Cultural Resources&Historic Preservation: �.3, �•4,�•5, Z•�, 2•3, 3•2,4•5 Public Safety: 2•3, Z•4, 3•3,7•Z,7•5,7•6, 9•� Noise: �.�,�.2,i.3, �.i,�.�,3•�,4•3, 5•�, 5•z, 5•3, 6.i,6.z,7•3 Urban Design: �.�,�.4,�•7,4•�, 5•�, 5•2, 5•3, 6.�, 6.3,6.6 Economic Development: �.�,�.3,�•4, 4•5, 5•3, 5•5 �. .:��,:�.r ,__�_ - Program I-2 Land Use Policy Map and Focus Area Development Objectives Ensure that City land use decisions are consistent with the policies of the Land Use Element and the land uses shown on the Land Use Policy Map. Using the development review process and other tools outlined throughout the General Plan, ensure that the development objectives specified for each of the eight focus areas described in the Land Use Element are achieved for new development and infill projects located in the focus areas. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: All Economic Development: i.i, i.z, �.3, �.4, �.5,�.6, �.7, 3•�, 3•2,3•3,3•4,7•�,7•Z �., .1..,�-..:.��. - � -,-,� .;��._�,��a-m _,� �-.�-��--_ _.-. ��.��-.�-�. O�rrGE GEt�x� Pr�rr IMP-5 GFA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) IMPLEMENTATION � _ - �- , _ :,�.�:-� Program I-3 Specific Plans and Neighborhood Plans �:. Prepare, adopt, and implement specific plans and neighborhood plans consistent with state law to establish permitted densities, intensities, and uses within Orange for the systematic implementation of the General Plan. Continue to implement and update, as needed, the following adopted specific plans and neighborhood plans: ■ Archstone Gateway ■ Chapman University ■ East Orange General Plan(�975) ■ Immanuel Lutheran Church ■ Orange Park Acres ■ Pinnacle at Uptown Orange � ■ St.John's Lutheran Church and School ■ Santa Fe Depot Area ■ Serrano Heights ■ Upper Peters Canyon New specific plans may be permitted elsewhere within the planning area in the future. Through the specific plan process,encourage developers to include or provide: ■ Context sensitivity and connectivity to surroundings, ■ Complementary mix of uses, ■ Pedestrian-oriented places, ■ Transit-oriented design, ■ Public spaces, ■ Green spaces, and ■ CPTED design features. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund, �edwoReFe�t�� +�m, private property owners Time Frame: As needed Related Policies: Land Use: Z•�, Z•4,3•4, 5•�, 5•Z, 5•3, 5•5, 5•$, 5•9, 6.7, 6.�0,6.11�].1�7.z Circulation&Mobility: 3•2,3•3 Public Safety: 7.z. Urban Design: 1.1, 5.�, 5.3, 6.�, 6.z, 6.4 �_ _�;�-:�5 - -;:� ..., . ��,� Program I-4 Plans , Standards , and Guidelines Adopt, review, implement, and update as necessary the following master plans, standards, and guidelines: ■ Bikeways Master Plan ��-.�� -�.�--:�.r Oz�rrGE GErrE� Pr.Arr IMP-6 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) a_.�_ _ �,„� �. IMPLEMENTATION ■ Residential Neighborhood Tra f fic Management Program ■ Recreational Trails Master Plan ■ Park Facilities, Recreation,and Community Services Master Plan ■ Grading Ordinance and hillside development regulations ■ Scenic highway standards for Santiago Canyon Road,Jamboree Road,and Newport Boulevard ■ Historic Preservation Design Standards ■ Design guidelines andJor standards for large complexes�r-��*�-��+� „�..,,+,,.,�;-.i ,,.�;.-+„a �-,;�+„ ■ Historic p_reservation design standar_ds for other historic districts_and for indiv_iduall_y listed historic resources. ■ In f ili Residential Guidelines ■ Street Tree Master Plan ■ Master Utility Undergrounding Plan ■ Tustin Street Design Standards ■ Design standards for areas where the General Plan is changing land uses, including the Southwest Project Area,Chapman Avenue, Katella Avenue, and South Main Streef ■ Emergency Operations Plan and evacuation routes ■ Water Master Plan ■ Urban Water Management Plan ■ Sewer Master Plan ■ Storm Drain Master Plan ■ NPDES Local Implementation Plan ■ Public Library Facrlities Master Plan . ■ Noise standards and guidelines for new construction in mixed-use districts ■ Santiago Creek Vision Plan AgencyJDepartment: Community Development Department, Public Works Department, Community Services Department, Police __�;, -�-�:::�:: .. _��. ::--, O�rrGE GErrE�z P�rr IMP-7 �PA 2oio-000i �a/io/io� IMPLEMENTATION - - _ , �� Department, Fire Department, Library Services Department, Economic Development Department Funding Source: General Fund, , development fees, private contributions Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: �.5,�.7, 2.6, z.7, 5•5, 5.6, 6.3, 6•4,6•5,7•�,7.Z Circulation&Mobility: �.4,4•�,4•2,4•3,4•4,4•5,4•6, 4•7,4•$, 6.�, 6.z Natural Resources: �.�, �.z, z.�3, �.�4, z.�5, z.�6, 5•�, 5•3, 5•5, 5•6, 6.�, 6.z, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.6,7.1 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: 1.1,�.3,�.6, 5•�, 5•2, 5•3, 5•4, 5•5 Public Safety: 6.6, 6.7, 8.q Urban Design: i.�,i•Z, 2•5, 5•3, 6.�, 6.z,6.3, 6.6 Economic Development: 2.4, 5•�, 5•2, 5•3, 6.�, 6.z Infrastructure: i.�,�.z,4.z �,�.�-�:-�_.,_, _ . yt�.w� .�z __._. =�:. Program I-5 Transfer of Development Rights Ordinance Adopt a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) ordinance to allow TDRs for the following purposes: ■ To increase levels of residential densities at appropriate sites in areas designated Urban Mixed-Use,as described in Table LU-3 in the Land Use Element; ■ To encourage well-designed high-rise development consisting of buildings�o stories or higher at identified locations,as described in Table LU-4 and shown on Figure LU-8 in the Land Use Element; ■ To expand and preserve open space in the Urban,Old Towne, and Neighborhood mixed- use land use designations,as described in Table LU-4 in the Land Use Element;and ■ To provide incentives for preservation of listed historic resources or contributors to listed historic districts. In each case, a Development Agreement between the property owner and City of Orange will be required. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund, Time Frame: Complete by zo�3 Related Policies: Land Use: Z•Z,2•3, Z•8, 5•5 Natural Resources: 4.7 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: 3.z �� -- �g O�rrGE GErrEx� P� IMP-8 �P� zoio-000i �s/io/io) _. _. _ _ .�� IMPLEMENTATION -��„--.:� - _ :.�. ,�._��::-��- --�._-�_:�--� -.-,.„� _.:-=-.,��.,-�=: Program I-6 Prepare Design Guidelines Prepare new design criteria for public gathering spaces, commercial areas, rural development character, viewshed protection and preservation, and additional policies for mixed-use development and transit-oriented development as needed. New design criteria should also include landscape standards that provide open space buffers and other appropriate transitions between lower density, single-family neighborhoods and higher density development. Design criteria should also address standards for the provision of community gathering spaces within private development, incentives to provide accessible open spaces in commercial and mixed-use corridors, and guidelines for the preservation of visual points of interest throughout the community. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,�^��^'^^^,^^'-�� Time Frame: Update complete by zo�3 Related Policies: Land Use: 2.7, 2.8, 2.10, 8.1 Natural Resources: �.3, 2•$,7•5 Urban Design: z.�, z.4, z.6, z.7,3•�,3•2,3•3,3•4,4•�,4•Z,4•5,6.�, 6.z, 6.6 _..-,,��.�..:_..�.,�:_ -�..,:-�:� ._�-M-T:»-„�:�-��: �-�@�Lam T-7 Tiarla�sr�l nr�mant r------ �',,.-.+:.-.��„ +„ : r.l.,.,�,,,..+ �.,,a . ..,a-,+„ +h., D.,.-I.,...,I,,.,..,,,.,F A,-r.,.,�..�.- Ci..,, V„ .- I..,.,I.,.,-,,,.-,+-.}' �.vi�iu�u�. �v �iiir��,�� u��u uruu�� u�i. ��.u�.v�.rv�s�rr r6 CfFS�s��a5—E61�5 F�s�eR�—b^c'+4cn-c��=cc^vfT}F�}2flv'v�F6i��-�c�fl�—�-`'.�-a�To—�E9r`vrrnc �.C u� 9�1�}2R��2F�-}E'F}+�-«Q f ' rr��i-,. m-,II I +.- {-.I 6�-E6R5 @�-F�d�F6�Fr6�--�arrn—oi—��T,a n-ry�� A—v�_rcn-ro rc rl.,...,1.,.,.,,.,.,+.-i+.,.-+., � .,.a-.+„ rl.,�:.-,,,� . .,.-I.,.a _ .-�r..�,.., ��l,.- -.� r,., --- ---r�-�-��--�-- -- ----��-�------- ---�� -- � .-,.all,r-,mn.,�+hl, D.-,.-i.,.r,-,I.,r,m.,.,+ DI�.,/r\ -, .,r,a:...Yl.. D„i-,+.,,1 D.,li��„r. ia,rd I t�l,: � , � � �}��. . • � • > > f � • � • � - • � � � > > > T�-_,,..^*�n--.�-'=`� :,,- __..�,r-,�=;��: O�GE GErrEx� Pr�rr IMP-9 cPA zoio-000i (s/lo/io1 IMPLEMENTATION ; � - ----• ��-'�-- Program I-8 Code Enforcement Continue to enforce property maintenance standards, adopted City Building Code, the Zoning Ordinance,the Noise Ordinance, and other provisions of the Orange Municipal Code. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Police Department Funding Source: General Fund,�^�'_.,^'��m^^+��^�'� . Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 5•5, 6•i,7•5 Urban Design: 5.z, 6.z Noise: �.z,�.4,7•Z,7•3 Public Safety: 3•3, 9•� Economic Development: 4.�,4.z , _._� �_ - _._ __._� .�:�� _ .__. :. �. Program I-9 Building and Fire Codes Continually update building and fire codes to: ■ Ensure that new development and retrofitted development reduce potential damage from earthquakes,floods,fire,wind, liquefaction, and other natural hazards;and ■ Incorporate increased energy efficiency and green building and sustainable development strategies. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Fire Department, Economic Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,�^�'^..^'^^�^^^+�.�^�'� Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Public Safety: �.� Noise: 5.�, 6.� �.._ �_. r....._o. -�;:.:�.:. .: _. ......__._�;:_� Program I-10 City Master Plan of Streets and Highways Use the established Capital Improvement Program process to implement the circulation system shown on the City Master Plan of Streets and Highways (Figure �M-z), the City will secure funding for roadway improvements, will design and build new roadways, and will complete roadway repairs and improvements. Future roadways must meet roadway classification design specifications and performance criteria. To reduce the impacts of traffic �-�� Y a-� O�xrrGE GErrE� P�rr IMP-10 GPa 2oio-aool (s/lo/lo) - - ,..�.,=� IMPLEMENTATION �,;;.��-_ �.. on residential areas, encourage through traffic to use higher classification arteriafs as designated within the City's Master Plan of Streets and Highways. Agency/Department: Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund, r^�'^.,^'^^^�^^+ ��^��, development fees, and Renewed Measure M funds Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Circulation&Mobility: i.i,�.3, 2•i, 2•2,2•5 Growth Management: i.z, �.��, z.z Economic Development: z.4,6.i, 6.z. --�--��-:�.,.,�;�, - . .... _ _,_ <._ _ ,._.._.:.-�--..�.�,�_, Program I-11 Critical Intersection Program To ensure that traffic flows meet the level of service (LOS) standards established in the Circulation &Mobility Element, roadway capacity in areas with excess traffic will be improved by restricting on-street parking, improving signal timing, widening intersections, adding through and turn lanes, and using other transportation systems management measures. Monitor the performance of Critical Intersections identified on Figure CM-2 in the Circulation &Mobility Element on an ongoing basis. Ensure that Critical Intersections approaching LOS D are prioritized for improvement within the City's Capital Improvement Plan. Agency/Department: Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund, Renewed_Measure M_ funds,_development fees,gas tax funds Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Circulation&Mobility: �.z,�.3 Growth Management: i.�,1.11 Economic Development: z.q, 6.�, 6.z ��-��_�� ..m : _-__ �_ ,,.�� .,.;-,�;,.:�:.�: Program I-12 Old Towne Parking District Study the benefits of creating a parking district and the feasibility of expanding available public parking in areas surrounding the Plaza. Shared parking, consolidated parking facilities, parking structures, or underground parking should all be considered as potential strategies to provide additional off-street parking to meet future demands related to adaptive re-use and infill development in Old Towne. Agency/Department: Public Works Department, Community Development Department, Economic Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,r^�'^„^�^^m^^+{,�^�'� Time Frame: Feasibility study completed by zo�3 Related Policies: Land Use: 2•5, 5•4 Circulation&Mobility: 5•�, 5•Z, 5•3, 5•4 - -��--- �- - ,.�„r�--�. �:,� � �, a_:..:: O�rrGE GEt��.r. P�rr IMP-11 cp:� 2010-000i (s/io/lo) IMPLEMENTATION - - -_ �:: Urban Design: 6.Z Economic Development: q..�,4.z, 6.z __.. .,: _�:.._. ::�: �.:�::� --- . :..�..�,s:.:,:�: Program I-13 Pedestrian-Oriented Streetscape Master Plan - Prepare, adopt, and implement a pedestrian-oriented streetscape master plan as part of the ��Y,,. City's decision to enhance the walkability of public spaces, with the goal of promoting multi- "`� modal transportation options. This plan will include the City's key commercial corridors, such as Tustin Street, Chapman Avenue, Main Street, and Katella Avenue. The master plan should integrate concepts discussed for these corridors throughout the General Plan related to pedestrian facilities, streetscapes, urban green zones, fa4ade improvements, and signage, including: ■ Identifying pedestrian links that need improvement and strengthening; ■ Determining new pedestrian links to underserved areas; ■ Ensuring adequate sidewalk widths to accommodate lighting,street trees, benches,and trash cans, ■ Establishing design character,standards,and guidelines for proposed outdoor spaces, paseos,and pedestrian paths; ■ Incorporating more functional and appealing outdoor spaces, paseos, and pedestrian paths within retrofits of current streetscapes as well as within new development; ■ Integrating public open space(e.g., plazas, neighborhood parks, pocket parks)in commercial and mixed-use corridors; ■ Providing transit amenities such as bus stops,shelters,and lighting; ■ Helping to reduce conflicts between land uses; ■ Determining entry or gateway street design elements and standards; ■ Minimizing barriers to pedestrian and bicycle access;and ■ Incorporating CPTED concepts. The Plan should include sidewalk, transit, open space, and landscape design and standards. The planning process will include an active public participation component. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department, Economic Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,development fees,��^'^^m^^+{��^�'c Time Frame: Adopt by�zot8 Related Policies: Land Use: z.6, z.7, z.8,3•3, 5•7, 5•9, 6.3, 6.6,6.8, 8.i, 8.3 Circulation&Mobility: �.�, 4.7, 6.�, 6.z, 6.3 Natural Resources: z.z,7.3 �� ,. � Ox�GE GEt�� PT.AN IMP-12 c�� 2oio-000i �s/io/lo1 �� ''�" �...�. _.. IMPLEMENTATION Urban Design: �.�, �.Z, �.3,3•4,3•5,4•7, 6.6 Public Safety: 7•4, 9•�, 9•Z,9•3 �__� _..,�,,..,�,�-,�:� __, .�,�. �.� _., ....__ -.,��.�,�.. Program I-14 Streetscape Improvement Program and City Scenic Highways Develop a Streetscape Improvement Program for major and minor streetscapes, bikeways, and trails that includes standard plans and design criteria for unified lighting, paving materials, and patterns,and landscaping such as street trees, median and slope planting,and landscaped parkways. The Sfreetscape Improvement Program also includes development of specific standards to define and designate the following City Scenic Highways: ■ Jamboree Road ■ Santiago Canyon Road ■ Newport Boulevard Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department,Community Services Department Funding Source: General Fund,r��.��.'�^m^^+{. �-'� Time Frame: Ongoing Relafed Policies: Circulation &Mobility: 6.i, 6.z, 6.3 Natural Resources: 7.Z,7.3,7•4,7•5 Urban Design: �.�, i.z,�.3, �.4, �.5,�.7, �.8,3•4 Economic Development: 5.z �.,��=;��----�:..Y--..�::.�.- �::_ :_�_ _,.�.,��.:,:�L,� Program I-15 Operating Budget Continue to adopt and update the City's Operating Budget to maintain current levels of City services, public facilities and infrastructure, and coordinate development of community facilities and amenities and capital projects. Agency/Department: City Manager Funding Source: General Fund. Secondary sources include special revenue funds (such as Proposition �7z, Renew_e_d_ Measure M funds), gas tax funds, enterprise funds, capital improvement funds, and ,�`��:��^'^^m^^+�. ^-�� Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: �.z,�.7 Natural Resources: 5.�, 5.z Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: 3•3, 3•4,3•5, 5•Z . .._w �,�,� , ..w-�:. ...� __., � O�rrGE GErrE� P�rr IMP-13 �PA 2010-000i (s/lo/lo) IMPLEMENTATION � -.--- ' '° =" " �' " Public Safety: z.4 Economic Development: z.z, z.3 .�. . -y:�: Program I-16 Certified Local Government Status Apply to the Office of Historic Preservation (OHP) for inclusion in the Certified Local Government(CLG)program. Successful application includes meeting several requirements: ■ Enact appropriate historic preservation regulations through an adopted historic preservation ordinance. ■ Establish ,^ ,�'^^��,+^ �^�a qualified historic preservation review commission. ■ Maintain a system for the survey and inventory of historic properties. ■ Provide for adequate public participation in the historic preservation program. ■ Satisfactorily perform the responsibilities delegated to the Certified Local Government. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Application�e�ed submitted by�_Zo�6 Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.i, i.z,�.3, Z•Z, 3•�,3•3,3•4 :�_: __.. :.�. ,. �.,�:�_� �,:: �� Program I-17 Local Historic Register Create the City of Orange Register of Historic Resources (Historic Register), which will serve as the local register of historical resources under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Automatically include all resources previously designated, listed, or determined eligible for listing within the National Register of Historic Places or California Register. ■ Establish a process for handling voluntary requests for listing in the Historic Register. Support coordination with property owners of potential historic resources identified on the Orange Inventory, so that such potential historic resources can more readily be listed in the Historic Register. ■ Establish a process for listing in the Historic Register those buildings,structures, objects, sites,or districts that meet the criteria. ■ Establish procedures to remove historic resources from the Historic Register. ■ Establish procedures for listing archaeological resources in the Historic Register. Employ appropriate criteria for evaluating potential significance of such archaeological resources _. ..�. . .-�:� ORANGE GENERAI, PLADT IMP-14 cPA 2oio-000i (a/lo/lo� -.�:��- : ....�..1 , IMPLEMEI3TAT20N as historical resources or unique archaeological resources under CEQA. Encourage voluntary listing of eligible archaeological resources. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Register established by�zo�_�, maintenance ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 5•5 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.�,i.z, �.3,�.4, �.5, �.6,3•�,3•2,3•3, 3•4,3�5 ,�:,-�-:�.:�:�T�:�:�,r.. _v��_,,-_ �__..._ -- �:: Program I-18 Eichler Historic Districts Pursue historic landmark district designation for three Eichler#e�es tracts. Notify property owners in three Eichler tracts—Fairhaven, Fairhills, and Fairmeadow—of the intent to list each of the three tracts separately as local historic districts. Follow established procedures for Historic Register listing of each. De_v_elop design standards and project review processed for Eichler Historic Districts. _ _ _ _ _ Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Landmark Districts established by�zoi_5 Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.4 _. _-� .__ � __. :b�-d �_ _� .. �,.�:�-� Program I-19 Historic, Cultural , and Archaeological Resources Survey Continue to maintain an accessible and periodically updated inventory of potential historic resources. All surveyed properties will be included in the City's Inventory of Historic Resources (Orange Inventory), and the Orange Inventory will be a valuable planning tool to be used in evaluating possible impacts a proposed project might have on previously evaluated potential and identified historic resources. Surveys and survey updates may be conducted by City staff, historic preservation professionals, and/or representatives of local preservation organizations. Properties that have attained 45 years of age and are located within a designated historic district or Neighborhood Character Area (NCA) shall be subject to survey 3�d ass;ssmen�_cry a qualified architectural historian prior to issuance of any permit for alteration or demolition. Survey other areas where potential for historic resources may exist. Identify smaller character areas that contain concentrations of potential or listed historic resources that reflect a unique sense of time and place. ��, - - .. .._ -��.: O�xGE GErrE� Pr�tr IMP-15 cP� 2oio-000i �s/1o/io� IMPLEMENTATION s�.�:-- = ,x , - Use the Orange Inventory to identify potential historic resources for purposes of CEQA, National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) review of proposed projects. Only if potential historic resources in the Orange Inventory are listed in or eligible for listing in the California Register for CEQA or the National Register for the NHPA and NEPA shall they have a presumption of significance pursuant to CEQA Section zio84.� and be treated as historical resources under CEQA. Potential historic resources identified in the Orange Inventory may be listed in the Historic Register if they meet criteria for listing in the California Register. The City's Historic Resources Inventory may be regularly updated by the Planning Division to reflect corrections and modifications to the associated database and survey forms without the need to bring those changes to the Planning Commission for adoption. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.�,�.3, �.4,�.5,�.6, z.�, z.z,4.�, 4.6 Urban Design: 5•4 __ �.....�, w� ,.a� _...,�,� Program I-20 Historic Preservation Incentives Actively pursue grants, loans, and other incentives to encourage historic preservation. Consider implementing conservation easements. Develop a revolving loan program for maintenance and rehabilitation work, consistent with design standards, on listed historic resources and on resources that are contributors to listed historic districts. Develop a voluntary conservation easement program to preserve listed historic resources and contributors to listed historic districts. Provide a potential tax benefit to property owners. Establish a partnership with local preservation organizations to accept, hold, and manage conservation easements on historic resources. Enable__Mills_Act__contracts__for additional designated historic districts. Agency�Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund, �^�^.,^'^^�^^^+{"^�'� Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.4, z•2,2•3,3•�,3•Z,3•3,3•4,3•5 Urban Design: 5-4 Economic Development: �.2, 5•3 _ -_-- �-.��: _�. ,-�«�_,,�;;:�: ,__�..� : �. .�-.. Oxz�xGE GErrE� Pr�rr IMP-16 cPA 2oio-000i �s/�o/�o� a�=�`�� -��, . .,-s„� IMPLEMENTATION Program I-21 Commemorative Plaque Program Explore establishing a commemorative pfaque program to allow public recognition of properties listed on the Historic Register. Deve(op and administer standards and guidelines for properties eligible for the commemorative plaque program. Agency�Department: Community organizations in coordination with the Community Development Department Funding Source: Private contributions Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: z.z,3.� �_., _,�.�;�:,.� -- .� _�.. _`_.� . .�:;�-x;�_-,.�-n:. Program I-22 Historic Context Statement and Survey Officially recognize the Historic Context Statement prepared in tandem with the General Plan Update. Periodically update the Statement to add recent historical events. Officially recognize the recently completed historical and archaeological resources survey prepared in tandem with the updated General Plan. Update and maintain the inventory using the City's Geographic Information System(GIS). Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.�,�.3,�.6,3.� —..:. .,,,�.�_.. .__>,�-�: -__:_ _::�r- _ �.:�.:.��,:.�,�: Program I-23 Neighborhood Character Areas Designate EI Modena, Cypress Street Barrio,the Railroad/Packinghouse Corridor, and Orange Park Acres as Neighborhood Character Areas (NCAs) by establishing an NCA overlay zone and appropriate standards and regulations in the Zoning Code. Develop and administer design guidelines appropriate to each designated NCA. Agency/Department: Community Development Department,City Council Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Complete by�e�zoi7 Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: i.1, z.�, z.z, z.3 ��:��.�..�.,�,.,� _.= ----�: _�,,:. �.�-:::u�� ---- F ��.:�o-m�.:-:� 1 i;.- ,..-�.�,.,�-�:: O�xGE GEt�� Pr� IMP-17 c�.� 2oio-000i �s/io/io) IMPLEMENTATION ,_ - , ..,.. Program I-24 Community Character Design Elements Update design guidelines to incorporate the elements of community design character that reflect Orange's historic and cultural background. Require new development to incorporate the elements of the community's character and design into its projects. Determine how to retrofit the existing commercial, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use areas to include the community character elements. Community character elements can include but are not limited to architectural style, landscape style, streetscape,and signage. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Urban Design: 3•Z,3•3, 4•5, 5•�, 5•Z, 5•3, 6.6 � � -.�:�:� _._ .,_. .�t � �.s�:-�;::� Program I-25 Green Space Incentives Seek and develop appropriate incentives for project applicants and developers that provide public access to private green spaces in new, infill, and existing development projects. Work to establish neighborhood identity through the use of green spaces. Establish a program to transfer to the City, through land exchanges, purchases, or long-term no-fee leases, land that is not currently in productive use, such as derelict land, tax delinquent land, surplus road and highway rights-of-way, and other land located adjacent to existing open spaces,waterways,or trails. Agency/Department: Community Deve�bprrment Department, Community Services Department Funding Source: General Fund,grants, bond funding Time Frame: Complete by zoi6 Related Policies: � Land Use: z.3, z.8,6.3, 6.4 Natural Resources: i.�,�.2,�.3, 6.6,7.�,7.5 Urban Design: 3•5,4•5 �_ _ .,:,_ _ �. ._ _ .. _ �-� �, _�:-..� Program I-26 Joint-Use Agreements for Parks and Open Space Continue to implement and expand the use of joint-use agreements to increase the parks and open space resources available to Orange residenfs. Specifically, seek to expand joint-use agreements with the Orange Unified School District,Chapman University, Southern California Edison, and the Orange County Flood Control District. Investigate conversion or joint use of surplus or otherwise underutilized lands, including railroad and public utility rights-of-way, for open space use. _��-�� ;:. ._.___-�._ ORANGE GENERAL PLAN IMP-18 cP� 2oio-000i (e/io/io) _—'�-.,��t � - _ ��a IMPLEMENTATION Agency/Department: City Manager's Office, Community Services Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 7.6 Natural Resources: �.Z, 5•3 , :�,,_.�.�:.�:;.z.: _,-�. :,-�. _,�-�..,-�:�.,�; -<�: Program I-27 Fire Hazard Information and Suppression Continue to evaluate and update information available to the City regarding potential fire hazards and hazard areas. Provide public information regarding defensible space surrounding residences and businesses. Use Wildland Fuel Modification guidelines for controlling vegetation in undeveloped areas, and Wildland Urban Interface �ode and weed abatement standards. Agency/Department: Fire Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Public Safety: 3•�, 3•2,3•3,3•4 �--�,,�,.�.::_.,��. �: _.�—�;_� ___ .._ --.,:.��::< "�8��"�u�v-irc9 rr » � 11��+�/�c��{]n�j—ai��--��-r'..tvT—Tc�'F�6��—f t�}c�r6�Pn�j�—'m�—tttc—Pr��m�T�i-'rn�—o��--r�rrn-Jc -,F.�+,,..,,,.-.+-.I,..,rr.--,il,- .-7,a...-� avu tti rrn. . 7�cg2RE�e�zl��2f}� D� F,li.-\A/..rLr n.,.-.�.+..�.,..+ r'...-,.+r�l C��r. r� 11A � 6tFF'�'". �crrc-�vr-rrn��oF2�9�i�Tr�lT=r�=r�vrf�5-Fff�.��v�� D,-,I-.+.,.-i D.-.li,-i.,�. �c-��ie��:5 €Eei�e+�l;�-Qeb�ek�j�r;�^^crr�� .o ,,� ��,� _-�,.� ,�::�.:��- .-::::> -_..�;a�_ _ �---.,.»:- _ �.-,�s�.�,-.=r: �z a..t:,�;=;�=� - *'�� -'�"-,,��M: O�rrGE GErrEx�, Pr�sr IMP-19 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) IMPLEMENTATION - ._. . - � Program I-29 Hazardous Materials Monitoring Continue to assess risks associated with hazardous materials and develop mitigation measures accordingly. Identify hazardous material release sites and ensure that the sites are appropriately remediated. Agency/Department: Fire Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies Public Safety: 4•�,4•Z,4•3 _..aa . �.�, __ ..N. Program I-30 Noise Ordinance Continue to enforce the City's Noise Ordinance limits{^�;^�,��+�"' .��^� to limit the effect of noise on �� sensitive land uses. ..____ ___.___= Revise the{�si��Zoning Ordinance to achieve the following: ■ Limit the hours of deliveries to commercial, mixed use,and industrial uses adjacent to residential and other noise sensitive land uses; ■ Limit the hours of operation for commercial/retail/entertainment uses to limit noise intrusion into nearby residential and other noise sensitive land uses; ■ Limit noise levels generated by commercial and industrial uses; ■ Limit outdoor industrial activities or operations to control excessive noise at adjacent residential properties; ■ Limit the hours of operation of high noise-generating industrial equipment; ■ Limit the hours of operation for refuse vehicles and parking lot sweepers if their activity results in an excessive noise level that adversely affects adjacent residential uses; ■ Require the placement of loading and unloading areas so that commercial buildings shield nearby residential land uses from noise generated by loading dock and delivery activities. If necessary, additional sound barriers shall be constructed on the commercial sites to protect nearby noise sensitive uses; ■ Require the placement of all commercial HVAC machinery to be placed within mechanical equipment rooms wherever possible.(Equipment manufacturer's specifications for venting and access to outside air shall be maintained);and ■ Require the provision of localized noise barriers or rooftop parapets around HVAC, cooling towers,and mechanical equipment so that line-of-sight to the noise source from the property fine of the noise sensitive receptors is blocked. (Equipment manufacturer's specifications for venting and access to outside air shall be maintained). �. .�a�.:�� ,t _.�=�--�:� O�xGE GEt�� P�rr IMP-20 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) �._.�'=�:= , .�. ..� IMPLEMENTATION Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Police Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: n.-a'^,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,'�:^^�,-^�-^^�^+^ �,.,,^„Ongoing ..,��«. - Related Policies: Noise: �.4,�•5, 5•�, 5•2, 5•3, 6.2,7.z,7•3,7•4 �:.�_�:�: __.... �:�...�.��< Program 2-31 Orange Public Library Programs Continue to implement the City's Public Library Facilities Master Plan (zooz-zozo). Continue to work to ensure that the California State Library—recommended standard of four volumes and 0.7 square foot per capita is maintained and that the City's library services needs are met as future development occurs. Continue to promote and provide additional resources for the Orange Public Library Local History Collection. Maintain and enhance the Preservation Resource Center within the Orange Public Library & Local History Center that provides access to information about historic preservation regulations and benefits, technical assistance materials, and information about research methods and collections. Agency/Department: Library Services Department Funding Source: General Fund, private contributions Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources&Historic Preservation: z.z,3.i,4•5,4•6, 5•�, 5•Z, 5•3, 5•4• 5•5 -�.�.�--�-:�--.,,�-::;:�� - . r_:—�.:r -.�-:,.�::�,x Program I-32 Flood Control and Storm Drain Facilities Continue to inspect storm drains, remove debris from catch basins as needed, and evaluate and monitor water storage facilities to determine if they pose a water inundation hazard. Agency/Department: Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Natural Resources: z.i3, z.�4, z.�5, z.�7 Public Safety: z.3 Infrastructure: �.3, i.6 �s-�.,..-,�.;-,..�4...�;.�,�.,�_..� _ ,_.,,�_ ,.___ _.. _.�. �� .:�� .a-��..�,�-:�, Ox�rrGE GErrE� P�.rr IMP-21 cP.� 2oio-000l �s/i0/io) IMPLEMENTATION �-m- �:= : „ ,�:�:,:. Program I-33 Solid Waste and Recycling Services Continue to contract for provision of solid waste and recycling services. Ensure that community needs for solid waste disposal and recycling are being met. Expand community outreach and education regarding residential recycling opportunities and household hazardous wastes. Agency/Department: Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund, user fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 7.4 Infrastructure: z.�, z.z, z.3 _ _ . .�.. :. ��:�-_ Program I-34 Noise Standards and Acoustical Studies Review development proposals to ensure that the noise standards and compatibility criteria set forth in the Noise Element are met. Consult Noise Element guidelines and standards for noise compatible land uses to determine the suitability of proposed developments relative to existing and forecasted noise levefs. Enforce the California Noise Insulation Standards to . ensure an acceptable interior noise level of 45 A-weighted decibels (dBA) community noise equivalent level (CNEL) in habitable rooms. r+�r.rl�rrlr .. .-.+".d :.-.+4..-. AI..:�`. Clnw..�.r.� -- ---��----- rY�------- --- -�-- ---�-- -----•----_ Develop noise impact analysis guidelines that describe the City's desired procedure and format for acoustical studies. Acoustical studies will be required for all discretionary projects where any of the following apply: ■ The project includes a noise-sensitive land use that is located within the existing or future 65 dBA CNEL contour for transportation noise sources. ■ The project will cause future traffic volumes to increase by z5 percent or more on any roadway that fronts residential, institutionaf,or open space land uses. ■ The project will expose a noise-sensitive land use to a stationary noise source or vibration source exceeding the standards outlined in the Noise Element.Such stationary sources may include mechanical equipment operations,entertainment venues, industrial facilities, and property maintenance. ■ The project includes a noise-sensitive land use in the vicinity of existing or proposed commercial and industrial areas. ■ The project is a mixed-use development that includes a residential component.The focus of this type of acoustical study is to determine likely interior and exterior noise levels and to recommend appropriate design features to reduce noise. —� ��-. - :��.m O�xGE GEr�� P� IMP-22 �PA 2oio-000i �a/1o/10) �`�:��:.' : _.� - -�� ,: IMPLEMENTATION An acoustical analysis prepared in accordance with the Noise Element shall: ■ Be the financial responsibility of the applicant seeking City approval of a project; ■ Be prepared by a qualified person experienced in the fields of environmental noise assessment and architectural acoustics; ■ Include representative noise level measurements with sufficient sampling periods and locations to adequately describe local conditions and predominant noise sources; ■ Estimate existing and projected cumulative(zo years)noise in terms of CNEL or Leq, and compare those noise levels to the adopted standards and policies of the Noise Element; ■ Recommend appropriate mitigation to achieve compliance with the adopted policies and standards of the Noise Element.Where the noise source in question consists of intermittent single events,the report must address the effects of maximum noise levels in sleeping rooms in terms of possible sleep disturbance; ■ Estimate noise exposure after the prescribed mitigation measures have been implemented;and ■ Describe a post-project assessment program that could be used to evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed mitigation measures. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 3.4, 6.�0 Noise: �.�,i.z, i.3,�.4, �.5,�.6,z.i, z.z,z.5,3.i, 5.�, 6.� �...., . ....�<z�,��_ :;;.:� ;� � ��».-�-,-�-.�.�,.:�,: Program I-35 Climate Action Plan The City of Orange shall develop and adopt a Climate Action Plan (CAP). The CAP will have two primary objectives: (�) reduce total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the City by at least �5 percent from current levels by zozo, and (z) create adaptation strategies to address the likely impacts of climate change on the City, such as increased risk of flooding,diminished water supplies, increased risks of wildfire, and risks to public health.The CAP will contain the following chapters: Climate Change and Orange—The first chapter of the CAP will outline the City's rationale and motivation for addressing climate change by developing and implementing the CAP. The chapter will provide a brief overview of the science behind climate change, will describe the potential impacts that climate change may create in Orange, and will outline state policy mandates to reduce GHG emissions. Baseline GHG Emissions Inventory and Forecast— In this chapter, the City will calculate GHG emissions for the base year, forecast emissions in zozo under a business-as-usual scenario, �;-� �� :_�.. —.�__�-�:�_; O�rrGE GEt�� PzArr IMP-23 G�a �oio-oaoi �s/io/lo) � S IMPLEMENTAT I ON �� :. -- and describe the GHG reductions necessary to achieve the City's adopted target.The City will make best efforts to evaluate all reasonable sources of GHG emissions. The chapter will identify GHG emissions and target levels per sector. Sectors to be described in the inventory will include municipal operations, residential, commercial, industrial buildings, motor vehicles, and waste. This inventory and forecast shall provide a benchmark for planning and monitoring progress in government operations and the community. The GHG inventory shall be conducted using a methodology consistent with that used by other local governments and will be completed within� year after the effective date of adoption of the General Plan. GHG Emissions Policres and Measures— This chapter will describe the policies and measures �� that are necessary to reduce GHG emissions in the City and achieve the reduction target. Policies and measures will be created with public input from all stakeholders. Each measure will be enforceable, include a timeline, describe financing mechanisms, and assign responsibility to relevant agencies and departments. In addition to direct GHG reduction measures, the chapter will incorporate public education efforts to raise awareness on the importance of minimizing GHG emissions and methods for reducing emissions from individual lifestyles.These policies and measures will be developed within two years after the effective date of adoption of the General Plan. The effectiveness of policies and measures will be evaluated annually and will be modified as necessary to achieve the City's reduction goals. Because the CAP is to be implemented over a period of several years, it is likely that the scientific, federal, and state policy frameworks surrounding climate change measures will evolve. The CAP will adapt its policies, measures, and programs to ensure successful reduction of GHG emissions, protection of the City,and compliance with regulations. Protection and Adaptation Strategies—The fourth chapter of the CAP will describe strategies that will be used to protect the City from and facilitate adaptation to the potential effects of climate change. Potential effects to be evaluated include but are not limited to sea level rise, increased frequency and magnitude of flooding, diminished water supply, habitat loss, and possible effects on public health and the local economy. Each measure will include a timeline, describe financing mechanisms, and assign responsibility to relevant agencies and departments. Benchmarks and Next Steps—In conclusion, the CAP will identify benchmarks, monitoring procedures, and other steps needed to ensure the City achieves its GHG reduction, protection, and adaptation goals. Monitoring and verifying progress on the GHG emissions reduction measures will be conducted on an annual basis. Monitoring will provide important feedback that can be used to demonstrate overall progress toward emissions reduction targets and improve measures over time. Benchmarks will be established to serve as intermediate goals and to motivate compliar�ce with City and private-sector reduction targets. Benchmarks for strategic responses to climate change impacts should be based on the expected time scale of the specific impact and will be established during the development of individual strategic plans. CAP Relationship to the General Plan—Implementation strategies identified in the CAP will be incorporated as implementation measures of the General Plan through amendment within one year of completion. Revisions to CAP policies and measures and subordinate strategic programs may require further General Plan amendments. ,_....,: . . . _ -:��.��. -� � �: OxAb7GE GENERAL PLAN IMP-24 cPa 2oio-000l �s/io/io� '"" � ��. >�--.:...=� , IMPIsEMENTATION �._.�:.-�' �. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,grants and state assistance(if available) Time Frame: To be developed and adopted by December 31, zo�z Related Policies: See those policies identified in Table NR-i �_.. . ._.__..u. � -,. .�-�__ . �._: . .m-.,:;�--:�:.n;.�:_� Program I-36 Park Dedication Ordinance Adopt a parkland dedication ordinance that requires dedication of parkland at a ratio of 3.0 acres per�,000 population or payment of in-lieu fees, pursuant to Quimby Act requirements. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Community Services Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Complete by zo�3 Related Policies: Natural Resources: 5.6, 5.7 _...,.�:...,�,:-..�,-�-.F -..,_ _.-_� � .. ��,.�:� �:-�:: Program I-37 Vehicle Noise Reduction Implement the following strategies to reduce vehicular traffic noise throughout the City: ■ Review and designate local truck routes to reduce truck traffic in noise sensitive land uses areas. ■ Consider the use of traffic calming devices,to reduce traffic speed in residential zones. ■ Consider the use of alternative paving materials,such as open graded asphalt,to reduce traffic noise where determined feasible and cost efFicient. Agency/Department: Public Works Department, Community Services Department Funding Source: State and federal grants, Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Noise: z•�, z•z, z.3, 2•4,2•5 �-��, � � �--y:�=-� O�rrGE GErrEx� P�rr IMP-25 c,P:� zoio-000i �a/io/io� IMPLEMENTATION - �:::�=:: � .�:; ..��: II . Physical Improvements and Capital Projects �_ _ .:.� �_ - .�-ti�. � � �_ _ �:�._�,�.� Program II-1 Capital Improvement Program Continue to implement and update the City's Capital Improvement Program(CIP)to: ■ Address phasing,construction, and maintenance of improvements to roadways, infrastructure,streetscapes,signage, and City-owned parks throughout the City; ■ Acquire and expend funds from available transportation financing and other programs to assist in financing new roadways and trails; ■ Manage construction of new parks and improvements to current parklands and park facilities; ■ Facilitate construction of a network of multi-use trails that connects the City's parks and open spaces; ■ Improve and expand Orange Public Library facilities; ■ Ensure timely completion of required roadway infrastructure associated with new and infill development; ■ Maintain City-owned and operated facilities; and ■ Maintain publicly owned potential and listed historic resources. Use the 7-year CIP process to prioritize, finance, and complete roadway, infrastructure, and parks projects identified in the CIP. Update the�IP on an annual basis to respond to changes in local priorities and available funding sources. Require future CIP update processes to include a�public outreach component. Agency/Department: All departments Funding Source: General Fund, , transportation funds, and grants, as identified in the CIP. Secondary sources include special revenue funds (such as Proposition �7z, _R__enewed Measure "M'-' Funds), gas tax funds, enterprise funds, and capital improvement funds; Time Frame: Ongoing, with annual updates in-cycle with City budget process Related Policies: Land Use: �.7, z.5, z.6, 5•4, 5•6, 5•7, 5•9, 6.3, 6.7, 6.8, 8.i, 8.3 Circulation and Mobility: �.i,�.6, z.z, z.3,Z•4,4•�, 4•6,4•$, 5•� Natural Resources: 6.1, 6.6 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.6,3•5, 5•�, 5•2 Urban Design: 4•3,4•4 Economic Development: z.4, 6.i, 6.z Infrastructure: 1.1 _.�� -- ,��. ��-m�-- OxArrGE GEr�� P�.,�rr IMP-26 cP� 2oio-000i (s/1o/10) --��'-�'�=== - -` � IMPLEMENTATION Growth Management: �.z, 1.11, z.z �-.� _._�<,�:�:,;�_ :�:_:�_� �_.,.....,-- __�-..�.;..��< Program II-2 Metropolitan Drive Extension To further improve circulation near The Block at Orange shopping area and to improve access to Interstate 5, extend Metropolitan Drive from The City DriveJState College Boulevard to the Metropolitan Drive/Rampart Street connection. Agency/Department: _ Public Works Department Funding Source: Determined by CIP Time Frame: ` Determined by CIP Related Policies: Circulation &Mobility: �.�, z.i, z.z �-�,_:.�_.��:,� �._. _��:- ,_::y�--r w�-.::.� Y:::� Program II-3 Santiago Creek Bike Trail Complete additional segments of a bike trail adjacent to Santiago Creek �^ ��^^��'- T„�+• , , to extend through the City along the creek, and connect the regional Santa Ana River trail to Santiago Oaks Regional Park and wilderness areas east of Orange. Agency/Department: Community Services Department Funding Source: Determined by Recreational Trails Master Plan Time Frame: Determined by Recreational Trails Master Plan Related Policies: Circulation&Mobility: 4•�, 4•4,4•5 Natural Resources: 6.�, 6.z � � __,.. _.. �-�- _ �:w,.- _.__ _..�.>�-- _:-.�;.�-�,-�: Program II-4 Pedestrian and Bicycle Amenities Provide appropriate bicycle and pedestrian amenities along City bikeways, trails, and sidewalks. Specific amenities may include bicycle racks, bicycle storage, water fountains, benches, trash cans, and emergeney call boxes. Encourage private development projects to provide these amenities as well, especially within mixed-use areas and along the City's commercial corridors. Identify a range of funding opportunities to enable extension of existing trails and development of new trails. Agency/Department: Community Services Department, Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund,grants Time Frame: Ongoing . �� r ._��;� Ox�rrGE GErrE�s, PzAta IMP-Z7 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) IMPLEMENTATION ��4:��i�r��- • ��'"� Related Policies: Circulation &Mobility: 4•2�4•4 Natural Resources: z.8, 6.�, 6.6 Public Safety: 9•�, 9�3 Growth Management: �.9 �,:.�,�_�T- -�:�;_ _ .z.�: Program II-5 Emergency Operations Center Maintain, equip, and update the Emergency Operations Center on an ongoing basis to improve public safety and response by agencies. Agency/Department: City Manager's Office, Fire Department, Police Department Funding Source: General Fund, state and federal funds,grants Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Public Safety: �.2,3•4,3•6, 5.�, 6.�, 6.z, 6.3, 6.5, 6.6, 8.z, 8.3, 8•4 ._ _ __ �. ___.�_..,.�=� _ __� _ _ �.�,� Program II-6 Correct Sewer System Deficiencies Repair and improve all areas that were identified in the�ee��zo�z Sewer Master Plan Update as having system deficiencies based on available resources and continue to identify anticipated deficiencies in the system. The City will make improvements to areas with frequent blockages or "hot-spots." Developers shall also be required to pay the cost of providing new and improved wastewater services to project sites. Agency/Department: Public Works Department Funding Source: State and federal grant funds, Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Infrastructure: �.i,i.z, �.6 �..�,��s- - -�.. _ .:d��: OxArrGE GErrE�, P�r IMP-28 cPA 2010-0001 �8/10/10) ��--=~�'�==: "- -" - >.,::�t IMPLEMENTAT ION III . Conditions or Requirements Placed upon Applicants during Development Review �-�,�;�,-_:J.::,,�.::�.� _;. �� .�-�� Program III-1 California Environmental Quality Act Comply with all provisions of CEQA. In addition to thresholds that may be established or adopted by the City in the future, use the following thresholds and procedures for CEQA analysis of proposed projects,consistent with policies adopted within the General Plan: ■ Circulation&Mobility o Level of service (LOS) D (volume-to-capacity [V/C] ratio less than or equal to 0.90) shall be the lowest acceptable level of service for both roadway segments and peak- hour intersection movements. o Orange County's Congestion Management Plan (CMP) specifies LOS E (V/C ratio less than or equal to i.00) as the operating standard for roadways on the CMP highway system. o Projects that increase V/C by .o� or more on affected roadway segments or intersections experiencing LOS E or LOS F conditions without the proposed project are considered to create significant impacts, and mitigation is required. . ■ Parks and Recreation o The City shall require dedication of parkland at a rate of 3.o acres per �,000 anticipated residents or payment of in-lieu fees for new residential projects. ■ Noise o The Cify shall apply the noise standards specified in Tables N-3 and N-4 of the Noise Element to proposed projects analyzed under CEQA. o In addition to the foregoing, an increase in ambient noise levels is assumed to be a significant noise impact if a proposed project causes ambient noise levels to exceed the following: ■ Where the existing ambient noise level is less than 65 dBA, a project related permanent increase in ambient noise levels of 5 dBA CN EL or greater. ■ Where the existing ambient noise level is greater than 65 dBA, a project related permanent increase in ambient noise levels of 3 dBA CNEL or greater. ■ Historic and Cultural Resources o "Historical resource" for the purposes of CEQA shall mean "historic district" in the case of a contributor to a historic district. o Historic resources listed in the Historic Register shall have a presumption of significance pursuant to CEQA Section 21084.1 and shall be treated as historical resources under CEQA. o The historical significance of an archaeological historic resource is evaluated using the criteria of Public Resources Code Section 5oz4.� and Section �5064.5 et seq. of the state CEQA Guidelines. -�".�^-�=� ��.� �^+� ��; O�xGE GEr7�� P�x IMP-29 cP.� 2oio-000i �s/io/io) IMPLEMENTATION �--- ��::- ,�, � All future development proposals shall be reviewed by the City for potential regional and local air quality impacts per CEQA. If potential impacts are identified, mitigation will be required to reduce the impact to a level less than significant, where technically and economically feasible. Agency�Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department,Community Services Department Funding Source: General Fund,development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Circulation&Mobility: �.z, z.3 Natural Resources: 5.6 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.�,�.3 Noise: �.4 Growth Management: i.�, z.� _ _ _ �... _ ,�.. . . .. �_ - :�:�-- � �, Program III-2 Site Development Review Comply with all City procedures in the review of proposed development projects, and use the site plan review process to ensure that applicable General Plan policies and City standards and regulations are applied to proposals for specific development projects. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department, Police Department, Fire Department, Community Services Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: �.6,�.7, z.5, 2•7, 2•g,3•�,3•4,4•3,4•5, 6.�, 6.z, 6.9, 6.�0,6.�z Circulation&Mobility: �.�,�.7, 5.�, 5.z Natural Resources �.3, z.3, z.6, z.�3, z.�4, z.�5, z.�6, 4•3, 4•4, 4•5, 5•4, 5•6, 5•7, 6.6,7•5 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.3,�.4,�.5,i.6,4•�,4•2,4•3,4•4,4•5 Public Safety: 1.1� z.5,3•3,3•5,4•2,4•3, 6•2,7•2,7•3,7•4, 9•� Noise: i.�,i.z, i.3,i.4, i.5,i.6, z.i, z.z, 5•�, 5•Z, 5•3, 6.�,6.z Urban Design: z.4, Z•5, z•6,3•4,3•5, 6•i Infrastructure: �.4,�•5 ��_ ,..__�.�.� -._ _ m� _<_ �_-�. Program III-3 Commission/Committee Review Orange has several commissions and one committee whose purpose is to advise and assist the City Council in dealing with issues related to each commission's or committee's area of concern. The commissions and committee gather pertinent information, hear arguments, - � - �a�---� ORANGE GENERAL PI.AN IMP-30 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) .._--�-_ _ �} - "'"� �-r IMPLEMENTATION weigh values, and make recommendations to the Council. Several of the commissions also have some administrative powers. The City will continue to use the commission/committee structure to inform the public decision-making process. The City will also consider expanding the authority of the Design Review Committee and Community Development Department's staff to administer the Orange Historic Resources Inventory, Historic Register listings, and design review procedures for projects involving architectural and archaeological resources. Agency/Department: City Council, Community Development Department, Community Services Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies Land Use: 2.5, 2.6, z-7, z.8, 3•�, 3•Z, 4•5, 5•5, 5•8, 5•9, 6.�, 6.z, 6.3, 6•4, 6.7, 6.11, 8.�, 8.2, 8.3 Circulation&Mobility: �.3, 2•3,3•Z,4•�, 6.1 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.i, �.3,�•4, 4•5,4•6 Urban Design: �.�, 6.i Public Safety: �.�,3•5,4•3,7•4 Economic Development: �.z, z.5,3•3,4•5, 5•�, 5•Z, 5•3, 5•4, 5•5 .��..._:_��.�_,. , -,�r=u_.--�::- ___ ;;�. Program III-4 Traffic Impact Analyses Require preparation of traffic impact analyses for new discretionary development projects. For projects that increase V/C by .o� or more on affected roadway segments or intersections experiencing LOS E or LOS F conditions without the proposed project,traffic impact analyses must propose binding mitigation strategies to be incorporated within the project. o�^^,�^ ,^� ^, "�� Continue to update guidelines for the preparation of traffic impact analyses to reflect lo__cal conditions and industry standards. Agency/Department: Public Works Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: z.5, 6.�0 Circulation&Mobility: �.� Growth Management: �.z, �.6 -__„r�-:,�:--�,.:,,:� _,...v:=_- � �_�_ ....-:�.�.,�.�a: _��-�-� _ �.;. O�xGE GErrE� Pr�r IMP-31 �P.� 2oio-000i �s/lo/lo� IMPLEMENTATION ` s� �: �:,�=:. . Program III-5 Transportation Demand Management Plans Require major employers of �oo persons or more to institute transportation demand management (TDM) plans. Such plans establish incentives to encourage employees to carpool, take public transportation, bicycle, or use some means other than private automobiles to get to and from work. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies Circulation&Mobility: z.6 Natural Resources: z.�, z.z Growth Management: �.�z �... �. Program III-6 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Compliance Before making land use decisions,the City will utilize available methods to estimate increases in pollutant loads and flows resulting from projected future development. The City will follow the most current NPDES permit and countywide A�4at�ager�er�-Wa� Model WQM_P_and the City Local Implementation Plan to ensure that the City complies with applicable federal and state regulations. Applicants for new development and redevelopment projects shall prepare and submit plans to the City, as well as implement plans demonstrating accomplishment of the following: �order.re-arranged�er Gene_Estrada� ■ ' ' ' ' ' ' ' Em hasize _P- -- the._need to implement an_d_prioritize the use of low impact dev_elopment_BMPs that Provide_onsite.infiltration and retention; ■ Use^,+,,.-.�+.,,-.+.,.,,,n+biotreatment systems such as flow thraugh_planters�_wetlands and bioswales where infiltration,_ev__apotranspiration;arid har_vest and_reuse_are not�e feasible; ■ Limit areas of impervious surfaces and preserve natural areas; ■ Limit directly connected areas of impervious surfaces; ■ Limit disturbance of natural water bodies, natural drainage systems,and highly erodable areas; ■ Use structural and nonstructural best management practices(BMPs)to mitigate projected increases in pollutant loads and flows; ■ Use pollution prevention methods, source controls, and treatment with small collection strategies located at or as close as possible to the source; - - �.�� OxAt�GE GEt��z Pr�xrr IMP-32 cP� 2oio-000i �s/io/io� - ""'"�"'��_' ... �.:.�-_._a IMPLEMENTATION ■ Control the vefocity of pollutant loading flows during and after construction;and ■ Implement erosion protection during construction. In addition,applicants for large development projects are required to prepare and implement plans that meet site predevelopment hydrologic conditions and to control runoff on-site where technically feasible. Agency/Department: Public Works Department, Community Development Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use; 4•3, 6•5 Natural Resources: z.iz,2.�3, z.�q., z.�5,z.i6,z.�7 Public Safety: z.3 �.,.- ,�-��,.��..-�:-.�:.::� -.�__:W�. =.__e.._�.�-.�«�.�:-�� Program III-7 Water Services and Supplies As needed, require studies to determine water infrastructure requirements for future development projects, and require that any recommendations be incorporated into the design of projects. Require the dedication of necessary right-of-way and construction of water infrastructure improvements for development projects as needed. Developers shall also be required to pay the cost of providing new and improved water services to project sites. For projects that satisfy the criteria set forth in Sections �o9io-iog�5 of the California Water Code and Section 66473.7 of the Government Code, a water supply assessment or water supply verification demonstrating available water supplies exist to support development shall also be prepared. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: Development fees, General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Infrastructure: �.�,�.4, i.6 ��,�.-„�-:.�,:,,��.� _�_�: _-__ - - _�..a3;..;:,�-�� Program III-8 Adequate Public Safety and Emergency Response During the development application process, consult with Fire and Police Departments to evaluate the need for additional fire and police facilities or resources to serve new development projects and infill development areas. During updates to the Capital Improvement Program process,coordinate with service providers to evaluate the level of fire and police service provided to the community. Require adequate street widths and clearance for emergency access. Provide all appropriate safety features. Continue to use state-of-the- art techniques and technology fo enhance public safety. ,.:, ..,�--�:�.� - -.- - � �. .a., _._m�,�.� O�GE GErrE� P� IMP-33 cP.� 2oio-000i �s/lo/io� IMPLEMENTATION s�-.�R�:= ,. r Adhere to requirements in the Municipal Code for adequate street widths and clearance for , emergency access. Integrate CPTED techniques into development projects and practice : . active surveillance measures in high-risk areassuch as parking lots. The City shall use open space easements and other regulatory techniques to prohibit development and avoid public safety hazards where the threat from seismic hazards cannot be mitigated. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department, Police Department, Fire Department Funding Source: Development fees, General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Public Safety: 3•4,4•4, 6.�,6.z, 6.3, 6.4 _ . �::,:�:- �� _._ -,�--,��: Program III-9 Geologic Hazard Assessments Pursuant to state law, geologic and/or geotechnical studies are required for proposed new development projects located in areas identified as susceptible to landslides and liquefaction and binding mitigation strategies must be adopted. Compliance with the recommendations set forth in site-specific geologic and/or geotechnical studies will be made a condition of approval for new development. In addition, the City may require applicants to incorporate measures to stabilize and maintain slopes on a site-by-site basis, such as proper planting, irrigation, retaining walls,and benching. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 6.9, 6.�0 Public Safety: �.� ��:-.�::� =��.: _,�.�.--�:��, Program III-10 Cultural Resources Inventories Require cultural resources inventories of all new development projects in areas identified with medium or high potential for archeological�Raleontologica(, or cultural resources based on resource sensitiv_it�maps prepared in conjunction_w�h the General Plan. Where a preliminary site survey finds medium to high potential for substantial archaeological remains, the City shall require a mitigation plan to protect the resource before issuance of permits. Mitigation may include: ■ Ensuring that a qualified archaeologist is present during initial grading or trenching (monitoring), ■ Redesigning the project to avoid archaeological resources(this is considered the strongest tool for preserving archaeological resources), �,�._ �:�.;�- :�-�. ��. _� _ O�rrGE GErrE� PT.AN IMP-34 �PA 2oio-000i �a/lo/ioJ -==-"'=-�_��= � -_. __ IMPLEMENTATION ■ Capping the site with a layer of fill, and/or ■ Excavating and removing the archaeological resources (recovery)and implementing curation in an appropriate facility under the direction of a qualified archaeologist (interpretation). Alert applicants for permits within early settlement areas to the potential sensitivity. # , . If an archaeological inventory survey is required, the final stage is the preparation of a professional report detailing the findings and recommendations of the records search and field survey.The final report containing site forms, site significance, and mitigation measures should be submitted immediately to the Community Development Department. All information regarding site locations, Native American human remains, and associated funerary objects should be in a separate confidential addendum, and not be made available for public disclosure. If significant_archaeological resources__are_disco_v__ered_during__construction__or grading activities, such activities_shall _cease in_the immediate area of the find until a qualified archaeologist_can_determine the_significance_of the_resource and recommend.alternati_ve mitigation. The final written report should be submitted to the appropriate regional archaeological Information Center within three months after work has been completed.The City shall ensure that project applicants contact the Native American Heritage Commission for a Sacred Lands File Check and a list of appropriate Native American contacts for consultation concerning the project site and to assist in crafting the mitigation measures. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 6.ii Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: 4•�, 4•5 ��.�-� �=.�-.�� _ ._ .�. _._- �,,,, ,.�:,��,,..,�,�- Program III-11 Green Building, Energy Conservation, � and Sustainable Development The City strongly encourages new development and major renovation projects to employ green building techniques and materials. Encourage proposed development projects throughout the City to use Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards developed by the U.S. Green Building Council or a similar third-party verified program. Encourage building orientations and landscaping that enhance natural lighting and sun exposure. Prepare guidelines for sustainable development to encourage incorporation of these practices in new development. These guidelines will include measures to maximize soil permeability to address related stormwater and surface-water runoff issues. _...�=- :..w '-^.�r,� ��: O�rrGE GErrE� P�rr IMP-35 cP:� 2oio-ocoz «/lo/zo� IMPLEMENTATION �» - '-. s. - Require compliance with sfate Title z4 building construction standards and Energy Star conservation standards for all development projects. Prepare and adopt an ordinance that requires and�or provides incentives for: (�) specified new residential development to comply with a specified green building program or show that its development provides comparable effectiveness to such a program; and (z)specified non-residential development of a specified size comply with a specified green building program or show that its development provides comparable effectiveness to such a program. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing; December 3�, zo�� (For ordinance) Related Policies: Natural Resources: z.6,z.7 �__�-� _._�--_ �� Program III-12 Mixed—Use Noise Property Notification When the City exercises discretionary review, provides financial assistance, or otherwise facilitates residential development within a mixed-use area, make providing written warnings to potential residents about noise intrusion a condition of that approval, assistance, or facilitation.The following language is provided as an example: "All potential buyers and/or renters o f residential property within mixed-use districts in the City of Orange are hereby notified that they may be subject to audible noise levels generated by business and entertainment related operations common to such areas, including amplified sound, music, delivery and passenger vehicles, mechanical noise, pedestrians, and other urban noise sources." Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: Development fees. Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Noise: 5•�, 5�3 Urban Design: z.5 ��;� �,:�� ,�_ : Program III-13 Ecological and Biological Resource Assessments Analyze development proposals for potential impacts on significant ecological and biological resources. Require appropriate mitigation for all significant impacts if impact avoidance is not possible. Mitigation measures for habitat and species may include but are not limited to avoidance, enhancement, restoration, compensatory,mitigation, or a combination of a+�-e# }"^��these. �x� �� O�GE GErrEx� P�rx IMP-36 cP� 2oio-000i �a/lo/Io� �-------� ' " - ��.'=�:� ,_� IMPLEMENTATION Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 6.4, 6.11 Natural Resources: 4•�,4•3, 4•4, 4•5 ' �..-��,�..r��,.�.�..TM. ____._ s .-�-w-:-.-= �. Program III-14 Archaeological Resources Management Report (ARI�t Preservation Bulletin) Establish the Archaeological Resources Management Report(ARMR Preservation Bulletin)as the standard report format for all documentation and accept reports only from registered professional archaeologists knowledgeable in Native American cultures and/or historical archaeology(qualified archaeologists). Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: 4.� ....-_ ____, �;��, -..�.:�. .� .,:��.:,,�,,.�..,�._- -----�- Program III-15 Historic Resources Design Review Continue to use the Secretary_ o_f the_Infer_i_o_r's Standards_for_ the T_reatmen_t of Hrstoric Properties and_Guidelines for Preserving,_Rehabilitating,_Restoring and Reconstructing Historic Buildings as a basis for design review and incorporate them by reference into the Old Towne Design Standards and_other_historic preservation design standards. Any approved demolition permit for liste�} historic resources listed_in the City's Historic Register will be automatically subject to a delay of�8o days before the permit for demolition may be issued. The property owner will strive to develop alternatives to demolition that will preserve the historic resources. The �:,,,, ,.� .-„��, ,....,.;.,+.,,,,.,+ +�,,, �;..,.,-+,,.- Desi n__Review Committee_or H_istoric Preservatian „�� .,. �u�� r�� g__ Commission at such time such a_co__mmission is.estab_li_s_h__e_d, shall serve as the review bady_for projects_involving historic resources "�^�^�..,+:�� ^�;�^� Agency/Department: Community Development Department, City Council Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.�,�.z, �.3, �.4,�•5, z•3,3•Z . -�-. .y:_...--� ."�,.,��.-w::,� -.r: �_ ,..��:��..,�. - n.� ^�+-''' :i�a.� �ui.��--�' ORarrGE GEr�� PzArr IMP-37 �PA 2oio-000i �s/io/io) � IMPLEMENTATION � _. : _."° �� '-'"' ^ Program III-16 : Public Access to Santiago Creek and Santa Ana River Public Interface Ensure that new development does not preclude access to Santiago Creek and the Santa Ana River and associated trails. Development review should ensure that commercial and retail development in these areas support public access. Agency�Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 6.4,6.6 Circulation&Mobility: 4.� Natural Resources: �•3, 5•5,7•�,7•2,7•3,7•4,7•5 Urban Design: z.6 __._. . :..�;� _ .:e;.. �.. . ..�;�_::�: Program III-17 : Office Condominium Conversions Evaluate applications for conversion of industrial properties to office condominiums to determine the impact on the available balance of larger and smaller properties available for industrial use. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Economic Development Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies Land Use: 4•�, 4•Z,4•3,4•4,4•5 Economic Development: 3.�, 6.�, 6.z n� - - ,�-_. _ _ , . �:;�� Program III-18 : Noise Reduction in New Construction Require construction contractors to implement the following measures during construction activities through contract provisions and/or conditions of approval as appropriate: ■ Construction equipment shall be properly maintained per manufacturers' specifications and fitted with the best available noise suppression devices (i.e., mufflers, silencers, wraps, etc). ■ Shroud or shield all impact tools, and muffle or shield all intake and exhaust ports on power equipment. ■ Construction operations and related activities associated with the proposed project shall comply with the operational hours outlined in the City of Orange Municipal Code Noise - - ,��= 4:�:-�,�;;; Ox�rrGE GErrE� Pz�x IMP-38 cP� 2oio-000l (s/lo/lo� =� - ��"�" " �- — :,�:� IMPLEMENTATION Ordinance, or mitigate noise at sensitive land uses to below Orange Municipal Code standards. ■ Construction equipment should not be idled for extended periods of time in the vicinity of noise sensitive receptors. ■ Locate fixed and/or stationary equipment as far as possible from noise sensitive receptors (e.g., generators, compressors, rock crushers, cement mixers). Shroud or shield all impact tools, and muffle or shield all intake and exhaust ports on powered construction equipment. ■ Where feasible,temporary barriers shall be placed as close to the noise source or as close to the receptor as possible and break the line of sight between the source and receptor where modeled levels exceed applicable standards. Acoustical barriers shall be constructed material having a minimum surface weight of z pounds per square foot or greater, and a demonstrated Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of z5 or greater as defined by American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Test Method Ego. Placement, orientation, size, and density of acoustical barriers shall be specified by a qualified acoustical consultant. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department,Community Services Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: N0152: 1.1, 1.2, 1.t}, 1.5�].2 �-..-�_--�-�.--��.:X�.-�- .�,:=..�_ _ .� ,,..::�.�,:_-.,�:.�::�:.��: Program III-19 : Groundborne Noise and Vibration Implement the following measures to reduce the potential for human annoyance and architectural/structural damage resulting from elevated groundborne noise and vibration levels. ■ Construction-Induced Vibration. The City shall implement or require implementation of the following measures through contract provisions and/or conditions of approval as appropriate: o Pile driving required within a 50-foot radius of historic structures shall utilize alternative installation methods where possible (e.g., pile cushioning,jetting, pre- drilling, cast-in-place systems, resonance-free vibratory pile drivers). Specifically, geo pier style cast-in-place systems or equivalent shall be used where feasible as an alternative to pile driving to reduce the number and amplitude of impacts required for seating the pile. ,.,�...�,. � :-�-�-� .�.,. _.�_ _ O�rrGE GErrE� P�x IMP-39 cPa 2oio-000i �s/lo/lo� IMPLEMENTATION �' ��-�� '�=y � o The preexisting condition of all buildings within a 50-foot radius and of historic buildings within the immediate vicinity of proposed construction-induced v_ibration activities shall be recorded in the form of a preconstruction survey. The preconstruction survey shall determine conditions that exist before construction begins for use in evaluating damage caused by construction activities. Fixtures and finishes within a 50-foot radius of construction activities susceptible to damage shall be documented (photographically and in writing) prior to construction.All damage will be repaired back to its preexisting condition. o Vibration monitoring shall be conducted prior to and during pile driving operations occurring within �oo feet of the historic structures. Every attempt shall be made to limit construction-generated vibration levels in accordance with Caltrans recommendations during pile driving and impact activities in the vicinity of the historic structures. o Provide protective coverings or temporary shoring of on-site or adjacent historic features as necessary, in consultation with the Community Development Director or designee. ■ Railroad-Induced Vibration: o Vibration sensitive uses shall be located a minimum of�oo feet from the railroad centerline, where feasible. To ensure compliance with FTA and Caltrans recommended guidelines, a site-specific groundborne noise and vibration assesment should be conducted. For sensitive uses located within �oo feet of the railroad centerline, the acoustical noise and vibration assessment shall demontrate that potential impacts will be below the level of significance. If specific project-level impacts are identified, mitigation measures reducing the impacts to below the level of significance will be required. o A groundborne vibration assessment shall be conducted at proposed building pad locations within zoo feet of railroad right-of-ways, prior to project approval. Vibration monitoring and assessment shall be conducted by a qualified acoustical consultant. The assessment will demonstrate that rail-associated groundborne vibration and noise levels comply with recommended FTA and Caltrans guidance of 8o VdB and o.z in/sec PPV (or_ec�uiv_alent), respectively, or propose project- specific mitigation measures such as site design, building isolation, etc.to achieve that standard. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund, Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: , Noise: �.1,j.1,3.2, 6.1,].2 �_ .�.�.��-.�:� - L.-_ _ __.._:-�-�:.�. .�..x kt _..'�7�1 Ul�o� �-s� �.3e-�r.��.�� O�rrGE GErrE� P�rr IMP-40 cPA 2oio-000i (s/lo/lo) .�_;:_.:.,.,�,-�_--, -�:;�� ,_� IMPL�D�NTAT ION Program III-20 : Toxic Air Contaminant Exposure Require each project applicant to implement the following measures to reduce the exposure of sensitive receptors to TACs from mobile sources, as a project design features__or_a condition of project approval: ■ Activities involving idling trucks shall be oriented as far away from and downwind of existing or proposed sensitive receptors as feasible. ■ Strategies shall be incorporated to reduce the idling time of main propulsion engines through alternative technologies such as IdleAire, electrification of truck parking, and alternative energy sources for TRUs to allow diesel engines to be completely turned off. ■ Proposed developments shall incorporate site plans that move sensitive receptors as far as feasibly possible from major roadways(�oo,000+average daily trips). ■ Projects containing sensitive receptors (such as residences, schools, day care centers, and medical facilities)on sites within 50o feet of a freeway must demonstrate that health risks relating to diesel particulates would not exceed acceptable health risk standards prior to project approval. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Natural Resources: z.i IV. Planning and Outreach Initiatives �-_...,.�� .-.�--�-�----� � ��_.� _� ,_�_;,,��,.:�-r< Program IV-1 Annual Review o£ General Plan and Land Use Policy Map Annually review implementation of the General Plan and Land Use Policy Map to identify the effect of land development and use on City revenues and costs of providing and maintaining public facilities and services. Report annually to the City Council regarding progress toward established objectives. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing,with annual reports to City Council Related Policies: All s.=--��- �_:� --__ _ ,�:,� : �.__ �T . OxArrGE GEt�� P�rr IMP-41 GPA 2oio-000l �s/lo/io) IMPLEMENTATION „_ - � - Program IV-2 Park Acquisition, Construction, and Maintenance Report Work actively to acquire, build, and maintain approximately z4� acres of additional parkland to achieve a minimum parkland ratio of 3 acres per�,000 persons by zo3o, and work foward a desired ratio of 5 acres per �,000 persons by zo5o. Evaluate progress toward achieving this goal by preparing a status report for the City Council and community every five years. As a separate but compatible objective, support efforts by the County of Orange or private landowners to provide an additional 303 acres of regiona) parkland to support an overall objective of�o acres of parkland per�,000 persons, inclusive of County regional parks. Work with the private sector to encourage use of vacant commercial or industrial properties for recreational purposes. Agency/Department: Community Services Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Baseline status report completed by zo�3 Ongoing 5-year reporting beginning in zo�6 Related Policies Land Use: �.7, 8.�,8.3 Natural Resources: 5•�, 5•3, 5•4, 5•6, 5•7 ��_.��- -__. - -.�:�, �_.. _, .. � Program IV-3 Public Education Programs Use public education activities to accomplish the following objectives: ■ Improve citizen participation in land use and economic development planning processes. Promote awareness of Orange's historical and architectural resources and pofential strategies for adaptive reuse of historic structures. ■ Educate residents regardi_ng air and water quality, including the effects of urban runoff. ■ Raise public awareness of public safety issues—fire safety,flood hazards, homeland security,and other programs. ■ Raise public awareness about the importance of green building techniques. ■ Educate the public regarding the benefits of recycling and waste reduction. ■ Promote traffic safety awareness programs. ■ Promote the application of CPTED to new development projects. ■ Support neighborhood meetings and community programs on crime prevention and education. ■ Continue to support existing Neighborhood Watch programs, and support the efforts of the City of Orange Police Department to expand these programs. �,_._�.�� ..-�_ ._.:�� ORANGE GENERAL PLAN IMP-42 cP� 2oio-000i (s/lo/lo) <_-�" = ="� � -� IMPLEMENTATION Coordinate education activities and make materials available to residents. Utilize all available media—forums, flyers, brochures, e-mail, videos, interpretive displays, workshops, and the _ City's website and cable television channel—to accomp(ish these objectives. Fully utilize the resources of the Orange Public Library to disseminate this information. Explore partnerships with local schools and educators to develop various educational programs related to historic preservation, personal and community safety,and environmental awareness. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department, Fire Department, Police Department, Library Services Department, Community Services Department Funding Source: General Fund; Federal, state, and private grants; i i.a�i.vci`� .,+�,,.,a.- Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 5.z, 6.�i, 8.�, 8.z,8.3 Natural Resources: z.�7 Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.z,i.3,i.6,z.z, z.3,3•�,3•Z, 4•4,4•6, 5•�, 5•5 Public Safety: �.z,3.6,6.5,7.i, 8.� Economic Development: 3•3,4•4 -.- .. �..�-��N --�- �- :� _.. ..,�.�;-�..�_.. Program IV-4 Santiago Creek and Santa Ana River Vision Plans Continue efforts to prepare and adopt a vision plan for Santiago Creek addressing recreational trails, open space,and flood control. Support future development of highly visible access points to the Santa Ana River, particularly at Lincoln Avenue, Katella Avenue,and Chapman Avenue. Partner with the City of Anaheim, resource agencies, and community organizations to complete a vision plan for the Santa Ana River, similar to the plan for Santiago Creek. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Community Services Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: Grants,General Fund Time Frame: Santiago Creek Plan completed by�_zoi3 Santa Ana River plan completed by zoZo Related Policies: Land Use: 6.3,7•3 Circulation&Mobility: �.� Natural Resources: i.z, q..z,6.� Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: 4.z - �.��-�--� .__ _,_.�,,,�-.�.:.�: O�GE GErrE�z Pr�rr IMP-43 �� 2oio-000i �s/io/io� IMPLEMENTATION ._,__ - - _ �_ -�"'� ��.. �:�: ��...o-:�-,..�.:m: .,. _ �_ ... Program IV-5 Solid Waste Source Reduction and Recycling Continue to implement waste diversion programs as well as public education programs as outlined in the City's Source Reduction and Recycling Element required by Assembly Bill 939 (�989). Work to expand recycling pickup to all residential addresses in the City. Conduct a waste characterization study to identify the major constituents in the City's solid waste stream. The results of the study will be used to guide development of the recycling and outreach program, and possible revisions to waste handler contracts. The City will also consider anticipated waste associated with the land use types of future development. Agency/Department: Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund, user fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Natural Resources: z.5 Infrastructure: z.�, z.z, z..3, z.4 � .,...- -,.fi�•, �. .� Program IV-6 Transportation Demand and System Management Participate in regional efforts to implement TDM requirements and support implementation of the employer TDM provisions of the South Coast Air Quality Management District's Air Quality Management Plan by working with the SCAQMD to identify employers within Orange most suitable for participation in the TDM programs to achieve major reduction of VMT. Complete intersection capacity improvements and coordinate traffic signals as necessary to improve traffic flow. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies Land Use: 7.4 Circulation&Mobility: z.z,z.5, z.6 Natural Resources: z.�, z.z Growth Management i.�z, z.i �-��-,�� ,�::.... . _�;�,:�..:� Program IV-7 Growth Management Performance Monitoring Program As required by Renewed_Measure M, the City's annual Performance Monitoring Program is intended to provide an annual evaluation of its development phasing plans. This program reviews and evaluates the implementation of phasing plans that reflect conditions of approval for traffic improvements required as mitigation measures for development _-��. -. _°��,, ORANGE GEr7ERAL PLAN IMP-44 GPA 2oio-000i �a/io/io) � .�: � - -- �-�,,;�t �� = IMPLEMENTATION projects. The monitoring program is intended to ensure that road improvements or funding are actually provided as required, to determine whether development may continue. If the improvements or funding specified in project conditions have not been provided, the City shall defer development until compliance with the provision of this program is achieved. The monitoring program includes an annual review of new development projects until all required improvements have been constructed.Traffic-related mitigation requirements, such as TDM programs, will be continued in conformance with the provisions of the project- approved programs. Agency�Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: Development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Circulation&Mobility: 1.1 Growth Management: i.z,i.5,i.�z ��'�"'��- :.. -��'°�"�`�'".�� O�rrGE GErrExAr, P�rr IMP-45 cPA �oio-ocoi �a/io/io� I MPLEMENTAT I ON ��: ->•:�s ,,;�� V. Coordination with Other Agencies and Organizations �...._. .�._ � �. _._._.._. �. Program V-1 Utility Companies As part of the development application and review process, coordinate with Southern California Edison (SCE), Time Warner Cable, Cox Communications Orange County, the Gas Company, AT&T, cellular telephone service providers, and other local utilities to assess capacity and infrastructure needs to su�port new develooment or development activities. Ensure through such coordination that Orange remains on the cutting edge of new infrastructure technology. Require that utilities be moved underground consistent with the City's Master Utility Undergrounding Plan. Agency/Department: City Manager's Office, Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: SCE utility undergrounding fund, private funding sources, r„a,,..,,�,.�.,.,,,.,+�,,.,a� Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 7•3,7•4,7•5,7•6 Urban Design: z.8 Infrastructure: 4•�,4•Z,4•3 Economic Development: 5.z, 6.z .��;:,_�_- -._ _ , .�,:,_;. .,. .� r. ...___�. _,.�.. Program V-2 Orange Unified School District and Santiago Canyon Community College District Coordinate with the Orange Unified School District and Santiago Canyon Community College District to address the following issues,as applicable: ■ Preparation of facilities master plans; ■ Continued development of safe pedestrian and bicycle routes to all schools and ensuring that physical improvements(such as crosswalks and bike racks)are in place to support walking and bicycling to schools; ■ Exploration of nonstructural solutions that may encourage people to walk or bus to school, rather than drive(e.g.,staggered start times,walking groups); ■ Continued joint use of school sites for community recreation; ■ Exploration of joint use of school site(s)for public library service; ■ Continued youth and family services to serve families of children living within the school district's boundaries; ■ Continued joint-use agreements to make additional recreational facilities available to the community during non-school hours; �'�= - �. - ORANGE GENERAL PT.AN IMP-46 cPA 2oio-000i �s/io/io� "��"'�� .=-==x _� I MPLEMENTAT I ON ■ Requiring r�ew�or remodeling existing schools to install appropriate student pick-up/drop- off areas; and ■ Preparation of an elementary school curriculum, including suggested supplemental activities,for teaching children about cultural and historical resources, personal and community safety,sustainable lifestyles,and environmenfal awareness in the�ity. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Community Services Department, Library Services Department Funding Source: Development fees, user fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: LandUse: 7.�,7.6 Natural Resources: 5.3 Cultural Resources&Historic Preservation: z.z,3.� ,.-,...:_.�:,�:: __. ._ �.,.�..::_.,�.�.�� Program V-3 Adjacent Jurisdictions and Special-Purpose Agencies and Organizations Continue to coordinate with adjacent jurisdictions and special-purpose agencies and organizations for the following purposes: ■ Land use planning efforts; ■ Growth and facility planning, management, and maintenance; ■ Planning and developing major east/west and north/south arterials and rapid transit; ■ Ensuring that Orange benefits from the planned Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center(ARTIC); ■ Connecting City trails to trails in adjacent jurisdictions and regional trails networks, including Santiago Creek,the Santa Ana River, and the proposed Tustin Branch Trail; ■ Completing vision plans for Santiago Creek and the Santa Ana River; ■ Maintaining an appropriate level of transportation impact fees and other public service fees; ■ Continuing and adopting mutual-aid agreements; ■ Maintaining flood control facilities and implementing a capacity analysis; ■ Developing trails along service roads for flood control channels; ■ Aircraft corridor planning,minimizing aircraft overflights in the City, and coordinating approval of heliport�helistop operations; ■ Disaster preparedness and emergency response for earthquakes and wifdland fires; ■ Participating in interjursidictional planning forums through the established Growth Management Areas(GMAs)adopted by the Regional Advisory Planning Council as well as the City's Joint Powers Agreements with adjacent cities to address cumulative traffic impacts and to coordinate improvements in transportation facilities; and ,.�� ., �._ ,�-�w,ri� ��.�: O�xGE GEt��, Pr�rr IMP-47 � cP.� 2oio-000l (8/1o/io) IMPLEMENTATION �� u � �"`'-•�� ■ Monitoring and compiling information on faults within the planning area. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department, Fire Department, Police Department Funding Source: General Fund, development fees,gas tax��funds Time Frame: Ongoing Related Po(icies: Land Use: 7•3,7•4,7•5,7•6 Circulation&Mobility: Z.2,2.3, Z•4• 3•�, 4•� Natural Resources: 6.�, 6.3, 6.4 Public Safety: �.3, z•�,3•7, 5•�, 5•Z,6•3,g•z� $•3 Noise: 4•�,4•2, 4•3 Growth Management: �.4, z.�, z.z, z.5, z.6 ��.�,.., _ �... ....:....��: �s ,_ �-- _ Program V-4 Railroad Operators Continue to coordinate with the SCRRA in providing a regional rail system (Metrolink) that links Orange to other employment and activity centers in Southern California. Coordinate with rail operators to address possible effects of increased railway volumes on grade crossings throughout the City, to reduce delays associated with freight trains, and to implement a Quiet Zone. Coordinate with operators to achieve appropriate mitigation to ensure continued safety for motorists and pedestrians. Agency/Department: Public Works Department,City Manager's Office Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: z.6 Circulation&Mobility: �.5, z.4, z.6, z.7 Natural Resources: z.z Noise: 3.z Growth Management: �.7, z.5 _,. �:,_..,��_� -�.__..�. .`. �_.__.-.M..,�.�_--,- Program V-5 Orange County Transportation Authority Work closely with the OCTA to achieve the following objectives: ■ Maintain consistency with the County Master Plan of Arterial Highways, including the reclassification of roadways described in the Circulation &Mobility Element,such as La Veta Avenue. ■ Implement provisions of Rencwed Measure M�. ■ Implement the OCTA Congestion Management Plan(CMP). ■ Expand and improve the efficiency of bus service within the City. � �_ ��,a� .� �„�.°� O�rrGE GEr�� P�rr IMP-48 cPA 2oio-000i (s/io/io) �"'�'�`"-F=" �=--�` :"'==.: -. ..._:.� IMPLEMENTATION ■ Encourage the expansion of alternative local transportation options such as a community circulator bus service between transit centers and major commercial, employment, and residential areas. ■ Improve paratransit or other public transportation systems that enhance the mobility of Orange's senior and youth populations,and the disabled. ■ Encourage provision of attractive and appropriate transit amenities. ■ Support and implement the OCTA Commuter Bikeways Strategic Plan and participate in future updates and revisions to the Plan. ■ Reduce noise impacts of OCTA operations and facilities. Agency/Department: Public Works Department, Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,State Transit Assistance funds Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 2•4,7•4 Circulation &Mobility: i.i,�.4, z.�, z.z,z.3,Z•4,Z•5,Z•6,3•�,3•2,3•3,4•� Natural Resources: z.z Noise: z.4 Growth Management: 1.1,�.3, �.6,�.g,z.�, z.z,z.5, z.6 ..�:�, ...a-a-�:t;�.:� -..�,v ._,-.-�. _F.,:._ :_.��.,�w:��.T: Program V-6 California Department of Transportation -� - and Transportation Corridor Agency Work closely and coordinate with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)and the Transportation Corridor Agency(TCA)on all plans, activities, and projects that may affect state roadway facilities or transportation corridors passing through Orange. Additionally, work with these agencies to achieve the following objectives: ■ Provide appropriate screening to control the visual impacts of transportation facilities. ■ Provide landscaping within transportation facilities. ■ Study the potential for a future interchange at State Route 55 and Meats Avenue. ■ Determine the feasibility of conversion or joint use of surplus or otherwise underutilized lands under Caltrans or TCA control for open space. ■ Plan for noise abatement along freeways and highways. ■ Install, maintain, and update freeway and highway right-of-way buffers and soundwalls. ■ Provide adequate visual buffers such as berms or landscaping between freeways and railways and adjacent land uses. Agency�Department: Public Works Department, Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,gas tax r^��funds Time Frame: Ongoing �^�"'�".,�-.� - � -�;�—'�'.�:�-� O�xGE GErrEx�, P�x IMP-49 cP.� 2oio-000l �s/lo/ioJ IMPLEMENTATION ._ - -n,:--�:� Related Policies: Land Use: 6.�0, 7.5 Circulation&Mobility: 2.3,z•4, 2•5, 2•6 Natural Resources: 7.3 Noise: z.4 Growth Management: z.� .,.�,..=..�.- �,:�-.� - Y �-��.�.�,�:. - Program V-7 Local Water Districts Coordinate with the Irvine Ranch Water District, ' , Serrano Water District, Municipal Water District of Orange County, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Golden State Water Company, Serrano Water District, 9�a�ge-�� -,.,;+-.+:,.., �r�+.-r�+� and East Orange County Water District to achieve the following water supply,distribution,and conservation objectives ■ Maintain groundwater recharge areas to protect water quality and ensure continued recharge of local groundwater basins. ■ Reduce the amount of water used for landscaping and increase use of native and drought-tolerant plants. ■ Encourage the production,distribution,and use of recycled and reclaimed water for landscaping projects. ■ Maintain water quality objectives for urban runoff. Agency/Department: City Council, City Manager, Public Works Department Funding Source: User fees,development fees, General Fund,grants Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies Land Use: 6.�0,7.3 Natural Resources: Z.3,Z•4 Infrastructure: �.3, �.4 Program V-8 Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board Comply with all provisions of the NPDES permit, and support regional efforts by the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board to improve and protect surface water quality. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: User fees Time Frame: Ongoing ._�,.v. .� - -��.-�..�� O�xGE GErrEx�z PT.AN IMP-50 cPA 2oio-000i �s/io/io) _��=�� -�_~ -*�a=�-� .�.. IMPLEMENTATION Related Policies: Land Use: 3•4, 4•3, 6•5 Natural Resources: z.q� 2.11, z.�z Infrastructure: �.q,�.5 _�_��_ Program V-9 South Coast Air Quality Management District Work with the South Coast Air Quality Management District and the Southern California Association of Governments to implement the Air Quality Management Plan and meet all federal and state air quality standards for pollutants. Participate in any future amendments and updates to the Plan. Implement and interpret the General Plan in a manner consistent with the Air Quality Management Plan. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 3•4,4•3, 6.�0,7.4 Circulation&Mobility: z.5, z.6,3.�,4.� Natural Resources: z.i, z.z,z.8 Growth Management: �.7,�.8,1.12, z.z,z.3, z.q., z.6 �.�--,�..,i.�;.�.�,� -� -:� - _ .:____.�,:;:..�z Program V-10 Orange County Flood Control District Support efforts by the Orange County Flood Control District (OCFCD) to regularly maintain flood control channels and structures owned by the OCFCD, and to complete necessary repairs in a timely manner. Work with the OCFCD and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to identify new flood control improvements, and establish installation programs for improvements as needed. Work with the OCFCD to identify opportunities to enhance the natural qualities of Santiago Creek to protect habitat and reintroduce native plants, animals, and fish. Agency/Department: Public Works Department, Community Development Department,Community Services Department Funding Source: Orange County Flood Control District Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 6.7, 6.9,7•3 Natural Resources: q..z Public Safety: z.i Infrastructure: i.5 � _, _ �-�--,.�;,� -�..�-��; �Y. ,..��_ ORANGE GENERAI, PLAN IMP-51 c�.� 2oio-000i �s/io/lo� IMPLEMENTATION ��= �:�:� ;�, Program V-11 U. S . Fish and Wildlife Service and California Department of Fish and G�te Wildlife Continue to coordinate with federal and state wildlife agencies in an effort to protect rare or endangered species of plants and animals. Require that all development activities adhere to federal and state legislation that protects all sensitive plan�s and animals. Coordinate with these agencies for City efforts to restore portions of Santiago Creek and the Santa Ana River, to develop bike trails and pathways adjacent to Santiago Creek, to recognize the archeological significance of Santiago Creek, and to integrate natural landscape components within the design of projects adjacent to waterways. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Community Services Department, Public Works Department Funding Source: General Fund,development fees,grants,federal and state funds Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies Land Use: 6.4, 6.7,6.11,7.3 Natural Resources: 4•�, 4•2,4•3, 4•4,4•5, 6.� Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: 4.z � �y.._ . _..._.. �:-.._ =--__ �_;...b_ . Program V-12 Central Orange County NCCP/HCP Support compliance with the Central Orange County Natural Communities Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan (NCCP/HCP). Participate in any future update to the Plan. Coordinate with the Fire Department and related agencies to ensure consideration of NCCP habitat areas when planning fuel modification zones. Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Fire Department Funding Source: General Fund,development fees Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 6.4, 6.11,7.3 Natural Resources: 4•�, 4•Z, 4•3,4•4,4•5 ._. ._._:,_..,�--�: __..,. _._ ..._:_,...�_.:.�: Program V-13 Open Space Preservation Organizations and Agencies Continue to work with local and regional open space preservation organizations and with federal and state agencies to identify and conserve urban open space and protect lands accessible for public use. Pursue grants and other resources to plan for open space preservation and, as appropriate, purchase properties to be included in the open space ��-�,�_ _.._ _ . . ..,�_ OxANGE GEr7ERAL PLAN IMP-52 c,pA 2oio-000i �a/io/lo) = --_�""�%+=_ :�=-� _ � IMPLEMENTATION system. Use conservation easements where feasible �as part of the City's open space acquisition program. Agency/Department: City Manager's Office, Community Development Department,Community Services Department Funding Source: Grants Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 6.4, 6.11 Natural Resources: �.i,�.z, �.3, 5•7 __-,� �.,�. =-.� _.:.�.,�-,.,.�.-:.;��.�.. Program V-14 Orange Chamber of Commerce Continue to work with the Orange Chamber of Commerce in promoting the local economy. The Chamber provides a variety of programs promoting economic development in Orange. Agency/Department: Economic Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,�^�^„^'^^m��+�„^�'� Time Frame: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: 3•2, 5•3, $•Z Economic Development: 3•2,3•3, 5•Z ..:.:.u..�,.�:� _z.�-_-:� _. „��:�_�< Program V-15 Federal and State Historic Preservation Programs The City will continue to support efforts by California's OHP to administer federal and state- mandated historic preservation programs in California, including the following: ■ California Historical Landmarks ■ California Points of Historical Interest ■ California Register of Historical Resources ■ National Register of Historic Places ■ Secretary of the Interior's Standards ■ CEQA The Mills Act is another preservation tool created by the California Legislature,enabling cities to enter into historical property agreements with owners of qualifying properties that result in reductions to the owners' property taxes. The agreements provide a benefit that ensures preservation and guarantees authentic rehabilitations and a high level of maintenance of historic resources. The City will continue to offer the Mills Act program to private property owners, w�El expartd the program to_ indu.de newly_ designated historic resources, and publicize its availability. In_compliance with_stafe_legislation, the City will inspect Mrlls Act properties prior to contract_approval and once every five years thereafter. ��.=;� _.� �. _ -�,�.: O�rrGE GErrEx�z Pr�rr IMP-53 cP� 2oio-000i �siio/lo� IMPLEMENTAT I ON - -�-ti . Agency�Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund,Mills_Act fees, development fees Time Frarne: Ongoing Related Policies: Land Use: �.5, 6.�� Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.Z, �.3, �.4, �•5, 2•2,4•�,4•Z,4•3,4•4 ;:� � ...:�. .-�: Program V-16 Community History and Preservation _ 2 Organizations - �._ Y . :�,�-- . . -- . ,�,�.. Develop partnerships with locaf histc�y �r►E#,p�es"�Y _ Y ' nc . Context Statement updates, undertake new surveys, and update surveys. Partner with locai history and preservation organizations to develop a citywide interpretive program, including signs, plaques, exhibits, and other similar elements, to increase awareness of the City's history and its historic resources Agency/Department: Community Development Department, Library Services Department Funding Source: General Fund,grants Time Frame: . Ongoing Related Policies: Cultural Resources& Historic Preservation: �.�,1.2�1.3, z•z, 3•�,3•4, 5•5 �..,_� -�.��-�. �.,.�:.:�_ Program V-17 Orange County Airport Land Use Commission Continue to work with the Orange County Airport Land Use Commission to increase safety and reduce noise associated with aircraft overflights and helicopter operations within the City by achieving the following objectives: ■ Work with the Federal Aviation Administration and local airports(John Wayne Airport, Long Beach Airport, Los Alamitos Army Air Base)to determine appropriate aircraft aftitude standards for aircraft flying over the City,taking into account public health and safety. ■ �ontinue to regulate the siting and operation of heliports/helistops through the Conditional Use Permit process in conjunction with the Orange County Airport Land Use �ommission and Caltrans Division of Aeronautics. ■ Work with the heliport/helistop operators(police,fire, hospital, and private)to implement flight profiles,tracks, and operating parameters for noise control. Agency/Department: Community Development Department Funding Source: General Fund Time Frame: Ongoing _, _ ._...�_ �_��. �.� .�._r_ O�rrGE GErrE� Pr�rr IMP-54 �PA zoio-000i �s/lo/lo� �"=�` - - --Y - . _:_�� IMPLEMENTATION _ Related Policies: Noise: 4•�, 4•2, 4•3 ��-�'��-- �� -.�....:�.: O��rrGE GErrElzau, PzArr IMP-Jr�J GPA 201 D-OOGI (8/10/10) A�� E�v�it�,]E�i � _ __ --.� -�.-_ INTRODUCTION AND VISION FOR THE FUTURE The Land Use Element describes the desired future physical and economic composition of Orange's planning area and the planned relationship of uses. The primary objectives of the Element are to determine the future location, type, and intensity of new development and redevelopment projects, and to establish the desired mix and relationship between such projects to maximize the long-term livability of the community. The City also seeks to achieve a number of additional objectives, consistent with Orange's Vision for the Future,described in the General Plan Introduction.These objectives include: ■ Providing policy guidance for Orange's future based on innovative land use planning techniques, unifying the developed portion of the City with east Orange, and expressing community values. ■ Encouraging a variety of semi-rural, suburban, and urban neighborhood livi�g environments. ■ Protecting and enhancing the City's historic core, and expanding historic preservation efforts to other neighborhoods within the City. ■ Encouraging new residential, commercial, industrial, and public uses within established focus areas. ■ Supporting a multi-modal circulation network that accommodates vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists,hikers,and equestrians. ■ Managing future development in a manner that ensures adequate and timely public services and infrastructure. ■ lmproving the appearance and variety of the City's commercial, retail, industrial, and employment centers. ■ Enabling development of high quality entertainment-oriented mixed-use projects strategically located near regional tourist draws. ■ Expanding open space areas and promoting completion of a trail system. ■ Protecting critical watersheds and other natural and open space resources. ATTACHMENT NO 1B AMENDED GENERAL PLAN& ��,,.,� �,Fv INIPLEMENTATION PLAIv TEXT ORANGE GErrEx� PLarr AND GRAPHICS(CLEAN VERSION) Lu-1 GENERAL PLAN CLEAN-UP AUGUST 17,2015 PC MTG. LAND USE ,_,�_. .._ ..�. `.�s� __-� <.:,.�-�; The Land Use Element provides a key policy foundation for the entire General Plan. Through the use of text and diagrams, the Land Use Element establishes clear and logical patterns of land use as well as standards for new development. The goais and policies contained in this Element establish a constitutionai framework for future land use planning and decision- making in the City. Another important feature of this Element is the Land Use Policy Map, which indicates the location, density, and intensity of development for all land uses citywide. The proposed land use designations identify the types and nature of development permitted throughout the planning area. The goals and policies contained in this Element are designed to ensure land use diversity and balanced development; encourage mixed-use development; promote commercial enterprise in Orange; encourage high quality industrial development; maintain � and enhance the role of Old Towne within the community; encourage an efficient and responsible relationship between land use, transit, open space, and areas of environmental sensitivity; ensure City interests are achieved through inter-jurisdictional and regional planning;and encourage public involvement in land use planning decisions. Purpose of the Land Use Element The Land Use Element is one of seven elements required by the State to be included in Orange's General Plan. The Land Use Element directs and defines development patterns by designating allowable uses, requirements, and locations for both existing and future development.This Element has the most wide-ranging scope in the General Plan, and affects all of the others.Although the interpretation of the Land Use Element is the responsibility of the community's policymakers, this vision of long-term land use will influence short-term plans such as infill development, Specific Plans,and public works investments. Scope and Content of the Land Use Element The Land Use Element is divided into three sections: (�) Introduction (z) Issues,Goals,and Policies (3) Land Use Plan The Introduction defines the purpose, scope, and content of the Land Use Element, and its relationship to other General Plan Elements. The Issues, Goals, and Policies section describes the City's intent to encourage diverse land uses that foster a vibrant and sustainable community, and to coordinate planning and public participation activities in determining future land uses. The Land Use Plan section communicates how these goals and policies will be implemented through land use diagrams and maps depicting assigned land uses, locations,and the extent of future use envisioned by the community. The Land Use Plan complies with the requirements of the Land Use Element as stated in Section 65302 of California's Government Code. Land uses requiring future planning include "housing, business, industry, open space, forest/timber, agriculture, natural resources, recreation, scenic beauty, education, public buildings and land, solid and liquid waste disposal facilities, and other public and private uses of land." The Land Use Plan also establishes standards for residential density and non-residential building intensity for . u-4. . ,_ �. �.,.�=--��;�;; _..� �. . :�. . OxAtaGE GErrEx� P�rr LU-2 „.-. - .;�,_,�- LAND USE designated land uses citywide, and it expresses the community's vision for revitalization of eight focus areas located throughout the City. Relationship to Other General Plan Elements The Land Use Element serves as a guide for future development in the City and determines many key issues examined in the remaining Elements. For example, different land uses generate various trip demands, which influence the capacity and service levels of Orange's transportation systems. The Circulation & Mobility Element lays out future transportation services and routes designed to meet the demands of both existing and future development. Future residential development described in the Land Use Element affects the City's housing goals, programs and objectives, which are discussed in the Housing Element. Land use decisions and the City's long-range economic development strategy are also directly inter- related.This Element proposes new development strategies for a number of the City's most important commercial corridors, and advocates intensification of certain areas as mixed-use corridors and urban office and employment centers. These Land Use Element policies are directly related to the long-range policies of the Economic Development Element. The Land Use Element also designates areas to be used as open spaces, areas for parks and recreation, and areas for conservation and preservation of natural resources. Goals and policies regarding the preservation and maintenance of these areas are also addressed in the Natural Resources Element. Land uses defined in the Land Use Element are also affected by the Urban Design Element. The goals and policies of the Urban Design Element address physical characteristics of the community, such as building massing,concentration, setbacks, and landscaping features that affect land use requirements. The Cultural Resources & Historic Preser�lation Element expresses the City's strategy for requiring preservation of structures and areas that carry historic significance. Growth and development patterns in Orange are to be managed in a way that does not overwhelm or reduce the quality of services provided by the City's infrastructure system.The goals and policies of the Growth Management and Infrastructure Elements are related to the contents of the Land Use Element because they affect land use designations and requirements. Safety and noise abatement issues also relate to land uses. To comply with noise level requirements, land use designations are determined in tandem with noise contour maps in the Noise Element. Provisions are made within the Noise Element to allow higher noise levels within the mixed-use environments promoted within the Land Use Element. To mitigate or avoid damage and injury from natural and human-caused hazards, hazards maps in the Safety Element must also be consistent with the Land Use Element. ISSUES , GOALS , AND POLICIES The goals, policies, and implementation programs of the Land Use Element address eight citywide issues, as well as issues pertaining to eight focus areas identified within the City. ��:�. _.,; ..�-�'� _ _ :�,... OxAxGEYGErrERaz Pr�rr LU-3 LAND USE - _ .� ..�. ._ _�....0�~�_= Citywide land use issues represent opportunities to improve the way land is currently used and the way future land use is planned.These opportunities capitalize on existing community assets, such as hospitals, universities and colleges, transportation networks, and natural features. Land use issues include: (�) ensuring land use diversity and balanced development; (z) encouraging mixed-use development for purposes of promoting convenient and efficient relationships between housing, employment, services, and transit; (3) promoting commercial enterprise in Orange; (4) encouraging high quality industrial development; (5) maintaining and enhancing the role of Old Towne within the community; (6) considering and promoting the contextual and environmental compatibility of various land uses; (7) ensuring City interests are achieved through inter-jurisdictional and regional planning; and (8)encouraging public involvement in land use planning decisions. Land Use Diversity and Balanced Development A well-balanced community provides a broad range of housing and business opportunities as well as recreational, institutional, and cultural activities that serve Orange's diverse population and enhance the overall living environment. By encouraging a mix of land uses, the City can create an active and diverse environment that complements all lifestyles and supports neighborhoods. The City will continue to work toward creating a balanced inventory of land uses that meets the housing needs of all income groups and household types, creates a stable employment and tax base, maintains logical relationships between land uses and community assets, and provides residents with a diverse range of recreational opportunities. GOAL�.o: Meet the present and future needs of all residential and business sectors with a diverse and balanced mix of land uses. Policy�.�: Maintain a land use structure that balances jobs and housing with available infrastructure and public and human services. Policy�.z: Balance economic gains from new development while preserving the character and densities of residential neighborhoods. Policy�.3: Provide a range of housing densities and types to meet the diverse needs and lifestyles of residents. Policy�.4: Ensure that new development reflects existing design standards, qualities, and features that are in context with nearby development. Policy�.5: Prioritize recreation and open space uses at Irvine Lake and protect historic visual resources in east Orange. Policy i.6: Minimize effects of new development on the privacy and character of surrounding neighborhoods. Policy�.7: Provide a range of open space and park amenities to meet the diverse needs of current and new residents. Encouraging Mixed-use Development opportunities for creative commercial, residential, office, or mixed-use centers are emerging within older commercial corridors throughout the City.Three different styles of mixed-use are defined in the Land Use Plan and are implemented through five land use . .� - ._:-.:� �� . .�;. � :�4:�-� - ._.�.� �-�-�::�:.. Ox�rrGE GErrE�, P�ar� LU-4 , ,:_,.. :h :�. �I...�.,-F'. _:. :._,_..-� LAND USE designations. The three mixed-use styles are Neighborhood, Old Towne, and Urban. Future development options for these mixed-use areas rely on high quality, pedestrian-oriented design, incorporation of community open spaces, and full integration of alternative transportation modes. Successful completion of high quality mixed-use projects in Orange will assist the City in accomplishing multiple objectives concerned with housing, circulation, land use,economic vitality, recreation, and the environment. GOAL i.o: Create successful, high quality mixed-use districts consisting of a mix of residential, commercial, office, civic, and common open space land uses, supported by alternative modes of transportation. Policy z.�: Encourage development of mixed-use projects to revitalize older commercial areas throughout the City and industrial areas surrounding the historic Santa �,� Fe Depot. Policy z.z: Encourage transfers of development rights within areas designated Urban Mixed-use on the Land Use Policy Map to promote development of high-rise office and residential structures at compatible locations. Policy z.3: Encourage transfers of development rights within areas designated Neighborhood Mixed-use and Old Towne Mixed-use on the Land Use Policy Map to promote historic preservation and creation of open spaces accessible to the community. Policy z.4: Encourage mixed-use projects that contain a variety of compatible uses, and provide necessary supporting public and community facilities. Policy z.5: Minimize traffic and parking impacts of proposed mixed-use projects. Policy z.6: Encourage linkage in and around mixed-use areas using a multi-modal circulation network, particularly transit, pedestrian sidewalks, paths and paseos, and bicycle and trail systems. Policy z.7: Ensure that the architecture, landscape design, and site planning of mixed- use projects are of the highest quality, and that they emphasize a pedestrian orientation and safe,convenient access between uses. Policy z.8: Ensure that adequate gathering areas or plazas are incorporated within mixed-use projects and areas to allow for social interaction and community activities. Policy 2.9: Encourage mixed-use development to include ground floor retail. Vibrant Commercial Districts Commercial activities continue to play an important role in shaping the City. Business activities provide jobs and revenue that support important community services. Much of the City's revenue comes from sales tax generated by commercial establishments. The City will continue to revitalize and improve the appearance of aging commercial districts.The City will encourage land use patterns and development standards that promote vibrant commercial activities, take advantage of existing land use assets, assist existing businesses that want to expand, promote the local economy and existing establishments, and reinforce the relationship between neighborhoods and adjacent business districts with respect to goods, services,and employment. �� .�-:�:�: ��=-:� �_.,. .-_��- OxataGE GErrEx� PT.AN LU-5 LAND USE �+�d-�'-r- .< - --- `=`��-�=== GOAL 3.0: Create commercial uses that provide a solid economic base and employment opportunities and identify Orange as an attractive and diverse shopping destination. Policy 3.�: Promote development of revenue-generating land uses that help defray the costs of high quality public services. Policy 3.z: Actively promote the City as a place to shop and conduct business, and encourage local patronage of Orange businesses. Policy 3.3: Improve vehicular, pedestrian, and visual connections between commercial areas and the rest of the community. Policy 3.4: Discourage commercial and industrial enterprises that have significant adverse soil, air,water, or noise impacts. Sustainable Industrial and Office Uses Providing options for industrial development and office uses within the City is important, because these uses contribute to the economic wellbeing and the employment base of the community. Industrial development in Orange and throughout the region has changed significantly in recent years. Although traditional manufacturing activities continue to be a key component of Orange's industrial areas, many such businesses have been replaced by warehousing uses and modern office uses that are more attractive in appearance and more compatible with adjacent neighborhoods. In some instances, large buildings and warehouses that once housed manufacturing or agriculture-oriented activities are now available for adapting to future residential, office, or commercial uses. In addition, Orange has experienced increased demand for larger, multi-story professional office complexes at locations such as South Main Street, Town and Country Road, La Veta Avenue, and The City Drive. Demand has also increased for medical office space surrounding local hospitals. The City will emphasize the important role industry continues to play in the community's future, will encourag� continued development of professional offices, and will ensure that the quality of the environment is not compromised by industrial uses. GOAL 4.0: Encourage high quality, sustainable, industrial and office uses that provide jobs and revenue; support environmental quality; and promote options for adaptive re-use. Policy 4.�: Maximize use of limited land resources for industrial and office uses within areas designated Light Industrial or Industrial on the Land Use Policy Map. Policy 4.z: Encourage development of professional office space located near medical institutions and County facilities. Policy 4.3: Protect residents and the environment from potential adverse soil, air,water, and noise impacts of industrial operations. Policy 4.4: Encourage development of mixed office, industrial, and support commercial uses in areas designated Light Industrial on the Land Use Policy Map. Policy 4.5: Accommodate a wide variety of industrial uses that contribute to a healthy and diverse economic base. ,�-:�-..�:;�;-� _,�;- - � ....�,z �-�:�; Ox�rrGE GErrExrw P�rr LU-6 -- - ;._�-� f.-,:�'�€ .__ .___ LAND USE Old Towne Orange When people think of Orange, they often think of the historic downtown district and adjoining residential neighborhoods. Old Towne Orange is an active, vibrant area that supports a variety of commercial, office, civic, and residential uses. In recent years, the City has taken steps to enable long-term preservation of many historic properties in the Old Towne area.This has created one of California's most viable and recognized historic districts. The historic Santa Fe Depot, associated Metrolink station, and Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Transportation Center provide valuable commuting options. Land use policies for Old Towne call for targeted growth in the area near the Santa Fe Depot, to be achieved through increased density and more walkable and transit-oriented development. This area also provides opportunities for adaptive reuse of historic industrial buildings. GOAL 5.0: Maintain and enhance the vibrant, transit-accessible, pedestrian-friendly, and livable character of Old Towne's neighborhoods and commercial core. Policy 5.�: Promote targeted development of mixed-use, transit-oriented development surrounding the Santa Fe Depot to achieve development intensities compatible with the fabric of Old Towne. Policy 5.z: Promote adaptive re-use of previously industrial and agricultural historic structures for residential,office, or commercial purposes. Policy 5.3: Continue to promote institutional and civic uses located throughout Old Towne. Policy 5.4: Develop additional sensitively designed public parking throughout Old Towne. Policy 5.5: Continue to require consistent, high quality, historically-referenced design within Old Towne. Policy 5.6: Continue to upgrade infrastructure throughout Old Towne. Policy 5.7: Ensure that roadway improvements within Old Towne are designed to promote walkability and a safe pedestrian environment. Policy 5.8: Maintain balance between Old Towne and Chapman University's growth, so that the University complements Old Towne. Policy 5.g: Promote attractive and safe pedestrian access between the Santa Fe Depot and the Plaza. Contextual and Environmental Compatibility The quality of the physical environment, built or natural, plays a large part in defining Orange's quality of life. Land use conflicts often occur when newer developments are insensitive to the use, scale or character of existing development and�or the surrounding natural environment. In other cases, older, obsolete nonconforming uses remain interspersed among newer development, as when old service stations or repair shops survive in the midst of residential development. Such conflicts can lead to degradation of the built and natural environments. The following goals and policies are designed to ensure contextual and environmental compatibility of development within the City, and to achieve compliance with local,regional, state, and federal environmental requirements. , _ _ ._ _, - ,��r. .�tl�,�. ,.:�. �.,�. ;�: O�rrGE GErrEx�. PzArr LU-7 LAND USE ,�«�.�-_=-��;� ';;�: - ._ _..�_�.� These policies also represent an overview of the City's strategy to consider the contextual and environmental effects of new development and reuse projects. Additional related policies addressing this topic may be found in the Natural Resources, Cultural Resources & Historic Preservation, Infrastructure, Urban Design, Public Safety, and Noise Elements. GOAL 6.0: Advance development activity that is mutually beneficial to both the environment and the community. Policy 6.�: Ensure that new development is compatible with the style and design of established structures and the surrounding environment. Policy 6.z: In areas where residential uses abut commercial or industrial land uses, use buffering techniques to improve compatibility. Such techniques include the use of setbacks, screening, soundwalls with pedestrian access, and appearance standards. Policy 6.3: Establish and maintain greenways, and pedestrian and bicycle connections that complement the residential, commercial and open space areas they connect. Policy 6.4: Create and maintain open space resources that provide recreational opportunities, protect hillside vistas and ridgelines, and conserve natural resources. Policy 6.5: Reduce pollutant runoff from new development and urban runoff to the maximum extent practicable. Policy 6.6: Enhance the walkability of both new and current development. Policy 6.7: Integrate natural amenities and connections, including waterways and wildlife corridors,within the design of urban and suburban spaces. Policy 6.8: Maximize landscaping along streetscapes and within development projects to enhance public health and environmental benefits. Policy 6.g: Restrict development in areas where exposure to hazards such as flood, erosion, liquefaction, dam failure, hazardous materials, and toxic gases cannot be mitigated to reduce risk to residents and liability to the City. Policy 6.�0: Mitigate adverse air, noise, circulation, and other environmental impacts caused by new development adjacent to existing neighborhoods through use of sound walls, landscaping buffers, speed limits, and other traffic control measures. Policy 6.�i: Recognize the value of natural and cultural resources in the undeveloped portions of the planning area. Policy 6.�z: Maximize the land use opportunities for the Irvine Lake area by providing a mix of uses, such as lodging, housing,and recreational uses. Coordinated Planning Future planning considers ongoing planning efforts of other City departments, agencies, surrounding jurisdictions, and special districts. In addition, ongoing planning effarts undertaken by regional agencies such as the County of Orange, the Southern California Association of Governments, the Southern California Air Quality Management District, the ._ ��.e,�. � _. :��, _.��;�-.�:.�: :�.�»= �_.. -��::�:�:,; Ox�rtGE GErrERai. PLarr LU-8 _.. . ._�-�_ -ri-�: �,>�a_ LAND USE Orange County Transportation Authority, the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board, and others will be examined for consistency with the City's long-range objectives. GOAL 7.0: Promote coordinated planning among City departments and agencies, property owners, residents, special districts, and other jurisdictions in the region. Policy 7.�: Coordinate with the Orange Unified School District and Community College District regarding future plans for their facilities. Policy 7.z: Work with institutions within the City to ensure that implementation of their future plans is compatible with the City's goals for surrounding areas. Policy 7.3: Coordinate planning efforts with adjacent cities, special purpose agencies, utilities, and community service providers. Policy 7.4: Ensure positive benefits for Orange from regional transportation, land use, air quality,waste management and disposal,and habitat conservation plans. Policy 7.5: Work with and encourage other agencies and service providers to minimize potential visual and environmental impacts of their facilities on Orange. Policy 7.6: Explore joint use agreements with other agencies to share existing and future public facilities among institutions in Orange. Public Participation The City recognizes that the single most important component of any future planning effort is public participation. The following goal and policies emphasize the need for continued public involvement in all parts of the planning process. GOAL 8.0: Encourage active involvement of residents, businesses, and agencies in the planning and decision making process. Policy 8.�: Continue to provide opportunities for public education and involvement in land use planning decisions through public hearings, community meetings, study sessions, electronic media, and any other appropriate and available means. Policy 8.z: Emphasize public-private cooperation in implementing the General Plan and future planning activities. Policy 8.3: Foster meaningful involvement and interaction among diverse groups within the City regarding land use planning efforts and decision making. L�D USE P�t The Land Use Plan discusses how the City will grow and change over the next zo years, and describes those aspects of the community that will be enhanced and maintained.Current and future land uses are categorized and mapped to identify where residential, commercial, industrial, and community facilities are anticipated to be located. The Land Use Plan describes the planned distribution and development intensities of all land uses in the City, and describes how the City's land use goals will be achieved both citywide and within eight identified focus areas. �`-,�-:_,�. . ,:. - , . �_��. _�r Ox�rrGE GExExr�t Pi.Arr LU-9 I,Ab7n UsE r:�-:.,:�: . ��`� _ --�-._..v: _.�: Land Use Distribution The predominantly residential land use pattern in Orange reflects the City's history of transition from a citrus-growing center clustered near the railroad to a town core surrounded by residential neighborhoods and supporting businesses and services. Based on a land use inventory completed in zoo4, residential development PublicFacilicies and Institutions represented the predominant land v4 0"` 4°° use within Orange's city limits, with ppen housing covering 46 percent of the Space/Parks ,� _____.__ Housing o .�,.� 4b o City's land area. Commercial and 32° ° industrial uses represented about �4 percent of the City's land area, while natural hillsides, parks, and open Industry space represented 3z percent. 6,o Retail/Office Figure LU-� identifies the division of s'° on-the-ground land uses within the City in zoo4.. Figure LU-t Land Use Distribution(zoo4) Land Use Density and Intensity Planners describe the extent to which properties can be or are developed using the terms density and intensity. Density is used for residential uses and refers to the population and development capacity of a given parcel or group of parcels. Density within the General Plan is described in terms of dwelling units per net acre of land (du/ac), exclusive of existing or proposed streets and rights-of-way. Typical residential densities found within Orange are illustrated in Figure LU-z. Development intensity, which applies to non-residential uses, refers to the extent of development on a parcel of land or lot (that is, the total building square footage, building height, the floor-area ratio, and/or the percent of lot coverage). While intensity is often used to describe non-residential development levels, in a broader sense, intensity also can describe overall levels of mixed residential and non-residential development.Throughout this Element, floor-area ratio (FAR)and building floor area square footage are used as measures of non-residential development intensity. �_°�^~-�~�::� ,�.e�= �_:��-��:.�, OxArrcE GEr�� PT.AN LU-10 ��-Y..-�. --=<z�,� -- LAND USE .._:<__..w,_��-;�,� Estate and Low Medium Density Residential Medium Density Residential Low Density Residential (6-t5 units/acre) ��5-24 units/acre) (t-6 units/acre) Figure LU-z Typical Residential Densities in Orange _,��° ��:. _ w -�=_ OxArrGE GErrsxax� P�.�x LU-11 LAND UsE �-.:.-='__ '� _._ ._�_.K.�..�.�- Floor-area ratio (FAR) expresses the intensity Glassell Street Industrial Properties of use on a lot (see Figure LU-3). The FAR ,�,� �'� �"�� ..,�,�: � ��.�� represents the ratio between the total gross "' floor area of all buildings on a lot and the total �� :� �� land area of that lot. For example, a zo,000- � square-foot building on a 40,000-square-foot �� lot yields an FAR of o.50. A o.5o FAR describes : �y ��" • ��` '� ,#i''a "^`� a single-story building that covers half of the �;� , o � lot, a two-story building covering Y� ,�_� - f � approximately one-quarter of the lot,or a four- ` story building covering one-eighth of the lot. �� f'�C��,�O�j �� '�",�'' " � : ,�,e,, .. ��: �j � For purposes of illustration, the diagrams in f " Figure LU-4 provide examples of FAR for FAR: 0.33 Building Floor Area: 238.000 sq.ft. commercial retail and office sites drawn from Parcel/Lot Area: 720.300 sq.ft. throughout the City. The middle example Old Towne Orange illustrates buildings within two square blocks `a�,�-. : r.. of Old Towne Orange along Glassell Street � � '.�:� �� + s�� north and south of Chapman Avenue. The lot � � � � �f . area is approximately 549,80o square feet and � �� ' '� � � ,-.:� `� � �,, m '� the gross floor area of the buildings is �� _�- � � � ��.�.� .;�_� � approximately 549,90o square feet (most of §_ the buildings have two stories). As shown in y� � � ,: ��;;::;x �;. � a�'� :. :.;: '�. ;.; , , �,: � �� : _ �.. . , ; : ,_ ,, , . , - � .........._ ------------}•••• -----•••-••s•••• -�c:� � ' y �.._',s � �: : # � � k�r`' ,� `;�. FA R: � .Q Bwlding Floor Area: 549,900 sq.ft. 0.25 FAR Parcel/Lot Area:549,800 sq.ft. Town and Country Road Office Properties . ---------- � ----------- • � . -----------�.._.. . ��vfe� �x.*;, �f 0.5 FAR .�. , ., L,. , •. � � ,� �'.,, .` ��? � �, � � ,d, ----------- ----------- '�.. � .. 1.0 FAR FAR: Q,49 Building floor Area: 449,200 sq.ft. Floor Area Ratio(FAR}: Gross Building Area Parcel/lot Area:9 I 8,90o sq.ft. Lot Area Figure LU-4 Figure LU-3 Floor Area Ratio Examples in Orange Floor Area Ratios Defined �� .._ � � ^:�x, OxarrGE GErrExAL Pr.nw LU-12 ,:,_ -...- _ - LAND USE _�s_.:.. .._•__,..:.:..�:� i_r�- .. ,.._.,.. � the diagram, when the gross building floor area is divided by the lot area, an FAR of approximately �.o results. The same process is illustrated for office properties located along Town and Country Road, and industrial areas located on Glassell Street, north of Taft Avenue. Land Use Designations The Land Use Element establishes �9 land use designations. The land use designations have been established to reflect: (�) development trends affecting the City's near and long-term futures; (z) opportunity areas associated with major institutional uses, shopping and employment centers, and access to transportation facilities; and (3)community interests and desires expressed during the General Plan update process. Four designations are established for residential development that allow for a range of housing types and densities. Three mixed-use activity center designations encourage creative mixes of commercial retail, office, housing, civic, and entertainment uses at key locations throughout the City. Five commercial and office designations and two industrial designations provide for a range of revenue- and employment-generating businesses. Five public and semi-public use categories provide locations for important public and private facilities and institutions, including parks, open space areas,resource lands, civic facilities,hospitals,and educational institutions. Table LU-� presents descriptions of each General Plan land use designation and the corresponding range of density or intensity of development permitted for each. The maximum allowable development on any individual parcel is governed by these measures of density or intensity, with the anticipated yield influenced by the physical characteristics of a parcel, by access and infrastructure issues, and by compatibility considerations.The land use designations are described here in terms of general land uses and maximum densities or intensities permitted. Corresponding zoning districts specify the permitted uses for each category as well as the applicable development standards. The density or intensity maximums outlined in Table LU-� serve as development caps. Actual development intensities are expected to be lower than the caps, based on market factors and past development trends. In order to estimate future build-out of the City and resufting impacts on the circulation system, expected levels of density and intensity have also been assumed, and are shown in Table LU-�. The City anticipates most development will occur at or below these expected levels, although on any single property, development up to the cap is allowed. However, any development proposed in excess of the expected levels indicated in Table LU-i may be required to perform special studies to show the development's ability to mitigate adverse impacts on adjacent properties and the citywide circulation system. Density ranges are provided in Table LU-� for each of the residential land use designations and the Urban Mixed Use designation, whereas only maximum densities are established for the Neighborhood Mixed Use and Old Towne Mixed Use designations. Similarly, FAR ranges are provided in Table LU-� for several commercial, industrial, office, and mixed commercial�residential land uses, while others feature a maximum FAR value. In cases where a range is listed, the minimum value represents the least intense land use permitted within the area, while the maximum value represents the most intense land use permitted. For designations where only a maximum value is listed,no minimum is implied. .� ._ _ ._ x.. -�.-�= Ox�rGE 4GErrE� Pr�rt LU-13 LAN� USE =�:w; - _....�., —� For mixed-use designations listed in Table LU-�, both densities (du/ac) and intensities (FAR) are established.The permitted dwelling units per acre should be interpreted to be contained within the maximum FAR expressed for each category. Table LU-� Land Use Designations Land Use Density or Intensity Description Designation Range Expected Residential Designations ESTR Estate Low o-z.o du�ac �.8 du/ac Large lot, single-family residential development in a rural or Density semi-rural setting. Private, noncommercial equestrian and Residential agricultural uses may be allowed if associated with residential uses. LDR Low Density z.�-6.o du�ac 5.o du/ac Conventional single-family residential development Residential characterized by individual single-family homes constructed in subdivisions,or by custom units built on individual lots. LMDR Low Medium 6.i-�5.o du/ac 8.o du/ac Includes small lot or zero lot line single-family subdivisions, Density duplexes and mobile home parks, as well as lower intensity Residential apartment and condominium complexes. MDR Medium �5.�-z4.o du�ac �6.3 du�ac Apartment and condominium or townhouse units in areas with Density ready access to major circulation routes,business districts and Residential public open space areas.Typical developments may consist of two-or three-story buildings that house multiple dwelling units and provide some form of open space. Mixed-Use Activity Center Designations NMIX Neighborhood Max.z4.o i6.3 du�ac; Local- and neighborhood-supporting mixed-use activity Mixed-use du�ac; i.o FAR centers and corridors. Commercial retail is encouraged to be �.o-�.5 FAR the primary use on the ground floor. Professional office and housing uses are also encouraged, either integrated with a commercial use,or as separate,free-standing uses.Walkability and pedestrian access are key considerations. The lower end of the FAR range supports retail development, while the higher end supports a combination of uses including both commercial and office. OTMIX OldTowneMixed-use Local- and neighborhood-supporting mixed-use activity centers designed to be contextually appropriate within a Old Towne Mixed Use Max.i5.o du/ac; 8.o du�ac; historic area. Commercial retail is encouraged to be the �5 0.5-�.o FAR i.o FAR Primary use on the ground floor. Professional office and Old Towne Mixed Use Max.z4.o �6.3 du�ac; housing uses are also encouraged, particularly as adaptive z4 du/ac; �.5 FAR reuse opportunities within existing structures. Transit- �.o-i.5 FAR orientation, walkability, and pedestrian access are key considerations.The lower end of the FAR range supports retail development, while the higher end of the range supports a combination of uses including commercial and office. -�^�.:- - ,� '''-�`-z's�� OxArrGE GErrEx� Px�rr LU-14 .�..�.:�.wa-;�K--,��: --_�:�.� . _ _ LAND USE Table LU-� Land Use Designations Land Use Density or Intensity Description Designation Range Expected Old Towne Mixed Use 6.0—i5.o du�ac; io.o du�ac; Local- and neighborhood-supporting mixed-use activity Spoke Max.0.6 FAR o.6 FAR centers designed to be contextually appropriate within a historic area. Commercial retail is encouraged to be the primary use on the ground floor. Professional office and housing uses are also encouraged, particularly as adaptive reuse opportunities within existing structures. Transit- orientation, walkability, and pedestrian access are key considerations, as well as protection of the existing historic, residential-scale, and building character of the spoke streets outside of the downtown core. The lower end of the FAR range supports retail development,while the higher end of the range supports a combination of uses including commercial and office. UMIX Urban Mixed- 30.0—60.0 48.o duJac; Urban, high-intensity, regionally-oriented activity centers that use du/ac; �.7 FAR define the character of surrounding areas and serve as �•5-3•o FAR gateways to the City.This designation provides for integrated commercial retail, high-rise office, housing, and civic uses. ' Commercial retail is intended to be the primary use on the ground floor. Convenient, high-frequency transit access, innovative housing options, and pedestrian-oriented design are key considerations. Commercial and Office Designations GC General Max.i.o FAR o.35 FAR A wide range of retail and service commercial uses and Commercial professional offices. Regional shopping centers,mid-rise office projects,corridor shopping districts,and neighborhood corner stores are permitted uses. RC Recreation Max.0.35 FAR o.i8 FAR Outdoor commercial recreational uses which include, but not Commercial limited to:golf courses,marinas,boat rental buildings,staging areas,fishing facilities,and other commercial sports facilities. NOP Neighborhood Max.0.5 FAR o.36 FAR Low-rise office and professional office park development. Office Professional office is intended as the primary use. However, Professional support retail.and service commercial uses are also permitted as necessary to serve adjacent professional offices. UOP Urban Office i.5-3.o FAR �.5 FAR Urban, high-intensity, mid- and high-rise office centers. Professional Professional office is intended as the primary use. However, support retail and service commercial uses are also permitted as necessary to serve adjacent professional offices. Hospitals and supporting uses are also permitted. YNCO Yorba North Max.i.o FAR o.35 FAR Allows for mixed uses compatible with a public facility or Commercial institutional use, such as a civic, college, or health care Overlay campus, including integrated retail, housing, office, and civic uses where a specific plan is approved for a public facility or institutional activity center. Innovative housing and pedestrian-oriented deign are key considerations. �''.�`�„ �:�, . ,.,.�,_ �i=�''-;:' .—x� OxArrGE GErrEx� Px�x LU-15 LAND USE �`�",�:-;�a v. - .�._�. ..,,:�.:,��:= � � Table LU-� " Land Use Designations Land Use Density or Intensity Description Designation Range Expected YSCO Yorba South Max.�.o FAR o.35 FAR A wide range of potential retail and service commercial uses,in Commercial conjunction with on-site parkland improvements, off-site Overlay parkland, and�or park improvements. Commercial use may only be activated through a Development Agreement with the City that identifies specific parkland obligations. Industrial Designations LI Light Industrial Max.�.o FAR o.5o FAR Allows for manufacturing, processing, and distribution of 3-story height goods. Wholesale activities associated with industrial limit operations, as well as small-scale, support retail, service commercial and office uses may also be established in areas I Industrial Max.0.75 FAR o.65 FAR �,�,ith ready access to major circulation routes. A 3-story building height limit applies within Light Industrial designated areas. Public Facilities and Open Space Designations PFI Public Facilities and Institutions Provides for several types of public, quasi-public and institutional land uses, including schools, colleges and Civic uses�Schools Max.0.5o FAR universities, City and County facilities, hospitals, and major Cemeteries, Corporate yard, Water .05 FAR utility easements and properties. Includes service towers, Southern California Electric organizations and housing related to an institutional use,such facilities as dormitories, employee housing, assisted living, convalescent homes,and skilled nursing facilities. Schools,Water Department facilities .i5 FAR Civic Center, Libraries, Police and Fire .z5 FAR Department facilities Institutions Max.z.o FAR Colleges and Universities .35 FAR Hospitals �.o FAR OS Open Space NA NA Steep hillsides,creeks,or environmentally sensitive areas that should not be developed.Although designated as permanent open space,most areas will not be developed as public parks with the exception of river and creekside areas that promote connectivity of the City's trails system.Lands in this category include both privately held open spaces and public lands. OS-P Open Space— NA NA Public lands used for passive and active recreation.Includes all Park parklands owned and maintained by the City of Orange,as well as parks operated by the County. OS-R Open Space— NA NA Areas designated open space to preserve visually significant Ridgeline ridgelines identified on the Land Use Policy Map.No development or grading is permitted. RA Resource Area NA NA Allows for agricultural uses and continued use of stream and river channels for aggregate mining.Passive and active recreational uses are also permitted.May serve as a holding zone for future uses compatible with established and planned land uses in surrounding areas. �' -'�"�a=�' �.y.�te:��.��-� � �"_.. '��.a Ox�rrGE GEr�xx� P�,arr LU-16 ��'��'.;�:�.� ~�:<'K s__ _.__ LAND USE Residential Uses Four residential categories allow for a variety of housing types representing the diverse residential character of Orange. The City will continue to preserve and enhance existing single-family residential neighborhoods. Older neighborhoods, characterized by higher densities, are located throughout the western part of the City. Lower density housing,typical of newer residential development, is located principally on the City's eastern side. Estut��'o �i?d�f�# - Dens�t��to�?g� o-z u�a� The Estate Low Density Residential designation � �# �� a , F - provides for single-family detached, estate-style ��;��,��a�, ,. . , ,��i � '' y,� h o m e s o n l a r g e l o t s, f e a t u r i n g a c u s t o m c h a r a c t e r ��' . ��#'# '" of development. Estate Low Density Residential development is primarily found in Orange Park Acres and other similar parts of east Orange. Private, noncommercial equestrian and agricultural uses may be allowed if they are associated with the residential uses. E.Q�t�nsi�� _ ' � � :� . � � � a�nsrty�i�f��'��ti.�.o c�ujz�� The Low Density Residential designation provides ' �.>,: - '� � for typical single-family residential neighborhoods. "` Low Density Residential uses make up the majority of land uses in Orange, and are found throughout the City in both older, established areas, such as Old Towne, and newer development areas, � including east Orange. �--��:�Y-: -�* � .,�� _ � Lc�v�+fkfi�t�� i� � Density I�ange��'�-��;o d��a�`. The Low Medium Density Residential designation provides for both ,;�+ � r. detached and attached single-family homes on smaller lots, as well � � ".9 as duplexes and some mobile homes, multi-family townhouses, ��' condominiums, and apartments. Low Medium Density residential uses are typically found adjacent to commercial or mixed-use activity centers, such as near South Main Street,Tustin Avenue, or EI Modena. Low Medium Density residential uses are also found within newer development areas,such as Serrano Heights. k. �.:��. .. : __ . _.. :. OxArrGE�GErrEx� Pz�rr LU-17 LAND USE ,.___K..�. .�..�..._..,._,�::.�:�=� ltyler��t�r��t Resid�rr�ial ' a��a�i�y�e;�;�r�-�4.a du��' The Medium Density Residential designation provides for multi-family townhouses, condominiums, and apartments featuring some form of internal open space in areas with good access to major circulation routes, .,;x `"�"`.��_• ix ��- rx,�.>- business districts, and public open space areas. Medium Density residential uses are typically found adjacent to commercial districts, such as near Lincoln Avenue, Katella Avenue, or La Veta Avenue. Medium Density "�'� residential uses are also found near major transportation corridors, such as the Santa Fe Depot or freeway interchanges along Chapman Avenue,Tustin Street, or Glassell Street. Mixed-Use Activity Centers In response to the Vision and recent development trends, the General Plan provides three designations for mixed-use activity centers.All of these designations promote creative mixes of commercial retail, office, housing, civic, and entertainment uses that vary in composition and intensity based upon location,accessibility, and the surrounding development context. ��e�56 ' �a�� l�l�t�t��3�i�si �{7ld ZOv��YI ` �'�� .�r� `` �, �� * � ��3 �� w t3#��'�t�n�!k�'� � �,�� ,;� `� Olc�7�r�t�t��`�� ,�.�+� . � = �� , r � ; �. �� Et1�er�sxt��ian�e: L}jd 7'0��1��l��+�� '�4� � �., Q�d'To►�u�� , �e��rt��'�� ,. fi t�tc��owWt�i��`.,. .��:i��:�� ... The Old Towne mixed-use designations : �, - >. provide for integrated commercial retail, �'�-� , �-� ��,;3�1��., professional office, housing, and civic uses ►,.a designed to be contextually appropriate ��+ within a historic area. These areas are r � intended to be local- and neighborhood- supporting activity centers and corridors. � " '` Commercial retail is encouraged to be the primary use on the ground floor. Professional office and housing uses are also encouraged, �� particularly as adaptive reuse opportunities _ within historic structures. Transit-orientation, �.. -�:� �� walkability, and pedestrian access are key considerations, as well as protection of the .__� _�= w. .—.-�`�.:�:; O�rrGE GErrEx� P�x LU-18 ._.z �-_.:�-~�.-- - �:_��- - _._ LArr� USE existing historic, residential-scale, and building character of the Spoke Streets outside of the downtown core. The lower end of the FAR range supports retail development, while the higher end of the range supports a combination of uses including commercial and office. Uses within this area are additionally subject to provisions of the Oid Towne Design Standards and Santa Fe Depot Specific Plan, as applicable. �teig9�#�or�od°l��e�+� �axi�nurn D�ns�,ty:.�uuth-�tstin Street:24.o du/ac it�tensy�}�Ran;ge:�r:t�-t�5�AR This land use designation provides for �,,� , � integrated commercial retail, professional - `� office, housing, and civic uses along the South Main Street corridor. This area is intended to be a local-and neighborhood- supporting activity center and corridor. N!', Commercial retail is encouraged to be the primary use on the ground floor. Professional office and housing uses are also encouraged, either integrated with a commercial use, or as separate, free- standing uses. Walkability and pedestrian access are key considerations. The lower end of the FAR range supports retail development, while the higher end of the range supports a combination of commercial and office uses. �1�� '� �� x � X � ,� , �� tJ��tisr�� . �. j �� ,�r � � In�enslf�r:}��rr�"+�:i°�.�-��'r�t This designation provides for integrated commercial '�"'�-' retail, professional office, housing, and civic uses along West Katella Avenue, Town and Country Road, , and within Uptown Orange. These areas are intended to provide for urban, high-intensity, regionally- oriented activity centers that define the character of ' surrounding areas.Commercial retail is intended to be '"� , the primary use on the ground floor. Convenient ' transit access, innovative housing options, and ��.� pedestrian-oriented design are key considerations. ��"��-�=-°� _ .=� O�rrGE GEr��z P� LU-19 LAND USE •-�-,.,�„_.: - ..�� .� _.....��.;� Commercial and Office Designations The commercial and office categories consist of four designations that provide for a range of revenue-and employment-generating businesses. ��r�era!�r�m��'cia� : lt�Ta��r��tn��nsit�:.l;cs FAR '. The General Commercial designation provides for a wide range � •��'` , .r� r of retail and service commercial uses and professional offices. �-�' ' This designation is found along many of the City's most highly- traveled roadway corridors, including Katella Avenue, Chapman Avenue, and Tustin Street. Regional shopping centers, mid-and � high-rise office projects, corridor shopping districts, and neighborhood corner stores are all permitted uses. Mtec�er��i,art G`arnm�r�ia�i l�I�txtr�ruf�fr��rt,�:0.3�FAl� Recreation commercial uses provide for the operation and development of resort or amusement oriented commercial and recreational uses. The designation refers to recreational uses of regional interest that will draw visitors from throughout the City, Orange County, and Southern California. The areas adjacent to the east and south sides of Irvine Lake in east Orange are proposed for this land use. Permitted uses include, but are not limited to, marinas, boat rental buildings, staging areas, conference centers, golf courses, clubhouses, hotels, resorts, restaurants, and other commercial sports facilities. : N��`��I�r��r�hov�#;�i�et��'flfes�tt�r�� '. 1��t�ir�%1t�te�s��tt.�FAR This land use designation provides for low-rise office *{R� and professional office park development in ,a= ��,��;��t � ,��`..}�: .#:°,x,. appropriate areas throughout the City, including '4'�'„` �� ` portions of Chapman Avenue east of Old Towne and portions of the La Veta Avenue corridor. The principal _ use in this designation is intended to be professional offices; however, support retail and service � commercial uses are permitted as necessary to serve - adjacent professional office needs. - ,__.. ,;,� -� �. :-�.;�r ��-�-�;� ,:.� � OxArrGE GErrsx�s. Pz.Arr LU-20 __._.._.�-?�-,�'-* �.,w LAND UsE llrbQn t��'�i�Pry fes53t�nQ1 Intensity Ftange;�.5—3.0�Af� The Urban Office Professional designation encourages urban, high-intensity, mid- and high-rise office centers located at the City's edges, away from established single-family residential areas. Urban Office Professional uses are located primarily north of the SR-zz Freeway and south of La Veta Avenue, concentrated around the hospital node at the southern end of Main Street. Professional office is intended as the primary use. However, support retail and service commercial uses are also permitted as necessary to serve adjacent professional offices. Hospitals and supporting uses are also permitted. 1',o�'bd Ma�C��i�!l�v��►r�y ;j, � � l�iaximu�m��ln#�r�st��:�.o�,�R �� , � � The Yorba North Commercial Overlay designation applies to the Chapman Hospital site. This designation allows for mixed uses compatible with a public facility or institutional use, such as a civic,college, or health care campus, including integrated retail, housing,office,and civic uses where a specific plan is approved for a public facility or institutional activity center. Innovative housing and pedestrian-oriented design are key considerations. Xart�r��,#� �" �E�v��lr�y �� t )1�iaXirnU�'rr lr�teti�i��1.c�'�'� �� The Yorba South Commercial Overlay designation applies to the current Yorba Park site near �hapman Hospital, SR-55, and Chapman Avenue. This designation provides for a wide range of potential retail and service commercial uses, in conjunction with on-site parkland improvements, off-site parkland, and/or park improvements. Commercial use may only be activated through a Development Agreement with the City that identifies specific parkland obligations. __ _:_�-�=� ._ __ ,�___�..:.�Y:. Ox�eE GEt�xaL Pr�rr LU-21 . --,-� LAND USE ��n�� -��.�;:w: — _..�.ti.. . —Q- Industrial Designations Two industrial land use designations provide locations for offices, manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution uses within the City. The principal difference between the designations is the permitted maximum intensity of development allowed within each area. Permitted uses within industrial areas will continue to be primarily determined using the City's Zoning Ordinance. L:i��lnt�txs�3�r�p1` ll�la�c�m��ri In��is��y �,g�'#� : Helgftt Cima� ��r�e,� The Light Industrial designation is intended for uses that are compatible with nearby commercial and residential districts and that do not produce substantial environmental nuisances (noise, odor, dust, smoke, glare, etc.). This designation allows for manufacturing, processing, and distribution of goods. Light industrial uses are located primarily within areas west of Glassell Street and north of Walnut Avenue. Wholesale activities associated with industrial operations, as well as small-scale support retail, service commercial, and office uses may also be established in areas with ready access to major circulation routes. The maximum intensity permitted within the Light Industrial � designation is �.o FAR, which is higher than that permitted �j - within the Industrial designation. This distinction recognizes that ancillary office uses will be more prevalent in Light L�� Industrial areas than within Industrial areas. A three-story height limit applies within the Light Industrial designation to maintain compatibility of scale with nearby commercial and residential districts. �� IV��r��ri lnt�n�t�:o.��'P� y x Industrial uses include manufacturing and industrial activities that may lead to some environmental nuisances that would be incompatible with residential or commercial uses. Industrial uses are located primarily in areas west of Glassell Street and north of Walnut Avenue. This designation allows for manufacturing, processing, and distribution of goods. Wholesale activities associated with industrial operations, as well as small-scale support retail, service commercial, and office uses may also be established in areas with ready access to major circulation routes. The maximum intensity permitted within the Industrial designation is o.75 FAR. .�.--� .., ,. �;:n.�- �,� -.��.�� -��-�� OxAxGE GErrExAz P�rr LU-22 ,�._. ._ ... .- LAND USE �:v __,,� ._,� _ ._ Public Facilities and Open Space Five designations for public facilities and open space areas allow for important public and private facilities and institutions, including parks, open space areas, resource lands, civic facilities,hospitals, and educational institutions. t��sl�c��' 1��+��:_ ll�axt��€�rt��u��;:sc�ic�al�,and public faciJi�i�e�.0.5 FAR t��u#��;�.c�FAR The Public Facilities and Institutions designation provides �� ` for several types of public, quasi-public, and institutional �, � ° land uses, including schools, colleges and universities, City and County government facilities, hospitals, and major `` utility easements and properties. This designation also includes service organizations and housing related to an institutional use, such as dormitories, employee housing, assisted living, convalescent homes, and skilled nursing facilities. The maximum permitted intensity for civic uses, schools, and public facilities is o.5 FAR, whereas the maximum for institutions, such as universities and � �' hospitals, is z.o FAR. Upen S�ac+� - The Open Space designation includes a substantial part %,�„ '` of the eastern portion of Orange's planning area. Much ,� •��: '�',� �, ti+ of this area includes steep hillsides or environmentally � sensitive areas that should be preserved. Although these �� ,: areas may be designated as permanent open space, it is � not intended that they be developed as public parks. � Lands within this designation include both privately held open space lands and public lands. - � � �'; k :: �'�: ��,K;�� ;__ .x��,��_y��,,:_.. ..�..1:��- .. . 'w`:�"�� ..1^..—__-».=:=aG.a..� A'v..� �..�. .._w...s:. . Oxz�rrGE�GErrExns. Px�rr LU-23 LAND USE _,. ,� __.,-.;., ,��,�' ._. .<.��~�;;:::�; � �pen Spucc Park The Open Space Park designation refers to public lands r�,�, :''j� , 7 . used for passive and active recreation. This includes ali �' +II - �, parklands owned and maintained by the City of Orange, `�`�{�- '` as well as parks operated by the County. ..�_=�. Ct�ert Spac�R�id''�Jt��. : The Open Space Ridgeline designation is designed to preserve visually significant ridgelines and steep hillsides.The City has adopted a hillside grading policy that prohibits development or grading on ridgelines with this designated land use. Reso�+��'�t�„`. The Resource Area designation provides for the continued use of areas for mining and agriculture. Passive and active recreational uses are also permitted in areas with this designation. Resource Areas also serve as a holding zone for areas that are currently used for mining and agriculture, but may not have these uses in the future. Land Use Policy Map The Land Use Policy Map (Figure LU-5) graphically represents the planned distribution and intensity of land use citywide. The colors shown on the map correspond to the land use designations described above. General Plan Development Capacity Table LU-z identifies the development capacity associated with the planned distribution of land uses. Over time, as properties transition from one use to another or property owners rebuild, land uses and intensities will gradually shift to align with the intent of this Land Use Element. Table LU-z summarizes the land use distribution, and the resultant residential and nonresidential levels of development that can be expected from full implementation of land use policies established by this General Plan. Given the largely built-out character of Orange and the good condition of most buildings, significant redevelopment activities may not occur over the life of this General Plan. However, within focus areas described in this Element, future land use changes are anticipated. �r'„"':�""� �,. -,�,�_ �.�. � w��.- Ox�rrGE GErrE� PT.AN LU-24 . �?��'�=-,�= _'_ti� _..��a LAND USE General Plan and Zoning Consistency The Land Use Element is primarily implemented by the City's Zoning Code, which specities districts and performance standards for various types of land uses described in the General Plan. Table LU-3 indicates the corresponding zone district that applies to each General Plan land use designation.The zone districts specify the permitted uses for each category as well as applicable development standards. Zone districts specified in Table LU-3 for Mixed-use General Plan designations are new districts, and will be developed as part of the Zoning Code update implementing the General Plan. Specific Plans and Neighborhood Plans in Orange A specific plan is a detailed plan for the development of a particular area. Specific plans are intended to provide finite specification of the types of uses to be permitted, development standards (setbacks, heights, landscape, architecture, etc.), and circulation and infrastructure improvements that are only broadly defined by the General Plan. Specific plans are often used to ensure that multiple property owners and developers adhere to a single common development plan. Specific plans are also used as a means of achieving superior design by providing flexibility in development standards beyond those contained in the Zoning Ordinance. The City has used Specific Plans and Neighborhood Plans as tools to achieve the coordinated development of individual parcels. Specific Plans and Neighborhood Plans currently in effect include: ■ Archstone Gateway ■ Chapman University ■ East Orange Plan(�975) ■ Immanuel Lutheran Church ■ Orange Park Acres ■ Pinnacle at Uptown Orange ■ St.John's Lutheran Church ■ Santa Fe Depot Area ■ Serrano Heights ■ Upper Peters Canyon . 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C �. �/ �.F:d� ! ♦; \, v► •-- ' . � �D • /� � '►.. i ; O �.` ( '� � — t�n ` `) `..,r�'� �1.». �� ` � l . .- �- '� � D •,��,�.��r,.r V �s � � �D OJ �:r' }�e �� x3 N � , _. _:�'-�*^..;;~ . .._;�'-�� LAND UsE Land Use Focus Areas Figure LU-6 identifies the following eight land use focus areas, which represent locations in the City where future land use change may occur. (�) Chapman Avenue/Tustin Street (z) Katella Avenue Corridor (3) South Main Street Corridor (4) West Chapman Avenue�Uptown Orange (5) Old Towne and Santa Fe Depot (6) Industrial Areas (�) Lemon Street Corridor (8) Eckhoff Street/Orangewood Avenue Within portions of the City that do not lie within one of the identified focus areas, no significant land use changes are anticipated. For properties within the focus areas where uses established prior to adoption of this General Plan become non-conforming, the City recognizes these pre-existing conditions as legal. It is the City's desire to allow these uses and the facilities in which they are located to continue until a change to the property is initiated by the property owner. Each focus area has unique future development objectives, responding to priorities established in the Vision and input from the community. Providing additional community open space and facilitating use of transit and other alternative transportation modes are encouraged as a component of future development within many focus areas. Others focus areas maintain and enhance job growth, economic development, and affordable housing options within the City. For each area, the sections that follow provide a brief discussion of the recent planning context, a summary of each area's market potential,and a description of the land use plan and future development objectives. Chapman Avenue/Tustin Street This focus area consists of residential, commercial, institutional, open space, and park uses surrounding the intersection of Chapman Avenue and Tustin Street. The focus area includes Chapman Hospital, Yorba Park, and Santiago Creek. SR-55 passes through this focus area in a north-south direction, with an interchange at Chapman Avenue. Key considerations within this area include the continued viability of commercial and institutional uses at the intersection of Chapman Avenue and Tustin Street, potential for more productive use of properties on both sides of Tustin Avenue from Chapman Avenue to La Veta Avenue, maintaining public access to Santiago Creek throughout the focus area, and the future use of the Yorba Park site east of the SR-55. Although the Open Space—Park designation has not been changed on the Yorba Park site, the Yorba South Commercial Overlay has been applied to the park and the adjacent Orange Unified School District (OUSD) Education Center. The Yorba South Commercial Overlay designation provides for the future potential of the Yorba Park site to be used for commercial purposes that take advantage of its proximity to the SR- 55 �nterchange. Any future commercial use of the Yorba Park site would require the City and potential developer to identify commensurate parkland and�or facilities per the terms of a Development Agreement. �:r��-��;-� ._ �--,- �:�- OxArrGE uGErrsx� Pr�rr LU-33 L� UsE ,�, f..�... - ,_ . - ::..--,�.. ��_,. _- -_....,. This area is well-served by the SR-55 freeway, but is not a regional destination. Market studies completed for the General Plan update have concluded that this area is likely to develop as an office and professional service center. The Chapman Hospital site includes continued hospital and medical office use. This focus area is located completely within the City's Redevelopment Project Area, which can allow for ongoing revitalization andJor intensification of existing commercial uses. The Yorba North Commercial Overlay has been applied to the Chapman Hospital site. This Overlay designation provides for mixed uses compatible with a public facility or institutional use subject to approval of a specific plan. The integration of housing, small-scale commercial uses and pedestrian-orientated features in this area desirable given its relationship to existing neighborhood-serving commercial uses, the Santiago Creek Trail corridor,and Grijalva Park. The land use plan for this focus area is based upon the following future development objectives,which are consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Vision: �� V ,� • Emphasize continued commercial and '` �� t �.� multiple-family residential designations west " of SR-55. S � .. ■ Promote viable open space recreation uses of Grijalva Park,and Santiago Creek. ■ Allow potential future commercial uses on the Yorba Park and OUSD Education Center sites in conjunction with on-or off-site parkland improvements. ■ Maintain hospital and medical office uses near Chapman Hospital. �-�:- ��: - � .•_�::; OxAxGE GErrExAz PLA�r LU-34 x, .,�.j�'n .._ ._ LAND USE $�g �<. », �� . , - ,.-. �,,� • ,,r- 3��A '�^�w'.'9�'� �..J+� ��'�,�t§�: ��*�"� ��:.. � '1�`�'�?a. � �'�'� �f��,t �,�,',y.��=��',`�• .�� : . �y, �* s�a � �a ��.'�t r� �. °� 's �'7ai A �'�r 'r�q ni�,,,:�j+aZ'�� ,. ! 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'R � Land Use Designations fA � �'� �i ' x�wR �#��i � �r 5 i,C � ,�. r, - n �` s 9� # � �� 1 � �� xk,y�.z �� "`�,� �'� � ' �yeYla ;`F � �.�.,�� Low Medium Residential � � '� tI�. ry�@ �. �:4 d� �.s � 'i ... 1�9`�'�F' '� � d "�. .�+ 5 '�'' +�� . '�` �t, Medium Density Residential � � : h ;. ; � � ` � �, r "f . �'-:��`� � ' � '�,�''f � Yorba North Commercial Overlay 9��ti� �a M � ��, . `� � �:r : A; �� ' '�' �`"`�,� " ' ' � Yorba South Commercial Overlay �� . " R ��`�,�� w . "� ,�,�� ,� , '�' :� � „ - General Commercial � ;� t ��" ��' > -`� " � � Public Facilities and Institutions � ~�;'�3'r;'�"�'�, ��t„ .;"t �� s, ► Y.. a- 's;�� ; - Open Space �� r, .� �,. � M � .�a�:i _ °t- =c �� , - Open Space Park � n ��, .. M,�. y[�' ��- �j a i� �. LL� ' '3�� x u�1�7� �� 3 ��'��«3J � � i; � t . .__� �L�'v��,y;�°y i�� b. [ �. « � r' �� .. _ � -� ;. `� ��,� , P� i�1i`-S'-ti..'-~.f ' y f ` ��''�' ' � ' l -� � a- Y�4, ._ ..�,..-.� zs�'�` t '"1` �i�a!{ ::: P �' r 'r « � N. � , f i.:�..,�r�,:��-.�';..:'�.s.. �a. .._�.' -)w .,,'_-.,`�'�"::�,r,r+. � ' ::I.l�w:'i� ••,,r:� . . �s �, .�a ,a�� The plan maintains the Public Facilities and Institutions designation on the Chapman Hospital site east of SR-55, allowing continued hospital and medical office uses. Most currently commercial areas along Tustin Street are designated General Commercial to provide for retail and service uses that support surrounding residential areas. Areas along Tustin Street approaching Santiago Creek are designated Low Medium and Medium Density Residential, allowing a combination of duplexes, mobile home parks, and apartments and condominiums. East of SR-55, an Open Space-Park designation is applied to Yorba Park and to Grijalva Park, located northeast of the Chapman Hospital site.An Open Space designation surrounds much of Santiago Creek throughout the focus area. An additional Open Space area is located between Grijalva Community Park and Chapman Hospital. Katella Avenue Corridor The Katella Avenue Corridor consists of properties located north and south of Katella Avenue between tlie Santa Ana River on the west and Cafifornia Street on the east. The focus area also incl�des portions of Main Street between the Collins Channel and Katella Avenue, and portions of Struck Avenue between Katella Avenue and the Collins Channel. West Katella serves as a gateway into the City from Anaheim and interFaces with the highly active area surrounding The Pond and Angel Stadium, the Santa Ana River, and the Platinum Triangle. While the West Katella corridor functions as a solid commercial district for the City, the ....._� __.a. ::� �<- _ :�� ORANGE GENERA2, Pr�x LU-35 LAND USE __ r_.>. ..:__... .__. ---.....s, '�:: westernmost portion of Katella Avenue has untapped potential due to its strategic location and under-utilized properties. _ This western portion of this focus area is located within the , City's Redevelopment Project Area. The Katella Avenue , Corridor includes a good variety of both retail and small office uses. Its location at the midpoint of the City's industrial area provides service and support functions for = these uses. The current Stadium Promenade site could ` maximize development potential to include mixed housing �� r` and retail uses that complement the current uses on the , � R site. ,�, Market studies completed for the General Plan update ::.�� concluded that the western-most portion of this focus area could support mixed-use development, including housing at high densities. 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'a�-''u_'� � . ?.?�.".a�.�`++ OxzarrGE GErrsx� P�rr LU-36 ,� �� .... - ,_ LP,rrD UsE The land use plan for this focus area is based upon the following future development objectives, which are consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Vision staternent: ■ Establish an active,vibrant urban mixed-use residential gateway to the City featuring high-density residential uses. ■ Capitalize on development of expanded entertainment uses and housing across the Santa Ana River in Anaheim. ■ Enhance retail options and convenience throughout west Orange. The land use plan features an Urban Mixed-use designation within the portion of the area between the Santa Ana River and Batavia Street, General Commercial and Industrial between Batavia Street and Glassell Street, and General Commercial and Medium Density Residential uses between Glassell Street and California Street. The Urban Mixed-use area is intended to be a regionally-oriented activity center, characterized by mid- to high-rise structures with uses that � could include housing (30.o to 60.o du/ac), commercial retail uses, restaurants, offices, and civic uses. The General Commercial designation recognizes the contributions of the Katella Avenue corridor to the City's overall retail sales base, and encourages some expansion and intensification of these uses, up to a maximum FAR of�.o.Additionally, public input regarding this area emphasizes the need to incorporate youth and teen activities within the uses; to improve the appearance of Katella Avenue in the context of new development, conveying � �$_, � ° the identity of a grand boulevard; and to gradually phase out �;�:,: �a,� :,. ,� , strip commercial uses along certain segments of the corridor. -�-4 The Neighborhood Mixed-use designation allows local- and . :�,.. neighborhood-supporting mixed-use activity centers and corridors, which could include housing (at up to �5.o du/ac). �,,..�: �:: This designation maintains the commercial nature of the corridor with housing uses that help to transition into adjacent Low Density Residential designations. South Main Street Corridor The South Main Street Corridor includes the Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and St. Joseph Hospital medical centers on La Veta /kvenue, as well as various commercial and office uses on Main " Street between La Veta Avenue and �� R Chapman Avenue. Multiple-family `" ",, residential apartments located west of Main Street and south of Chapman Avenue form a buffer between the Main Street corridor and single-family neighborhoods to the west. The South Main Street corridor also includes areas south of SR-zz along Town and Country Road, characterized by mid-rise office, senior housing, and commercial retail uses. . ._w� �. . . �,�:_,� —_ �Y. � �-� _:.� _ _�. ORANGES�GErrExns. PLax LU-37 � + LArrD UsE �, -� y �, _�.._.. __ _.. __ _...:�;�::. Most of this focus area is located within the City's Redevelopment Project Area. South Main Street serves as a key approach to the major medical hub created by CHOC and St. Joseph Hospital medical centers. These medical facilities have generated a spin-off demand for medical office space and other complementary uses that existing land use policies and parcel sizes do not easily accommodate. In recent years, new medical office buildings have been constructed on redeveloped sites, but many commercial properties remain that are incompatible with desired medical uses. The corridor also abuts established single- and multi-family neighborhoods, making expansion and intensification a challenge. Market studies completed for the General Plan update concluded that this area has good potential to provide for relatively high density housing and mixed-use development that supports current and future medical facilities in the area, while the Town and Country shopping center and Main Place regional mall in Santa Ana continue to provide nearby retail amenities. The land use plan for this focus area is based upon the following future development objective, which is consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Community Vision: ■ Encourage compatible and integrated residential,commercial, and office uses. ■ Promote development of a medical corridor that capitalizes on existing hospital and medical uses. �.�.__ - �.. - __...�,_:W-��,: Ox�rrGE GErrEx� Pr�rr LU-38 --.__ �, . ��r�� __ �_ LAND USE r . -� r i �-��--!��+�`-�. -�. ... �y .=r '.�"*ai **�" F'�FI�T.: tTYr 1"_" �J"Sx?�F.-.. �� :.� 'Tr.r+ +� � +�" * �k�r�*.•„�.�y�+ �= a4i3�'«" *��'d��,, �L +�.#�'r Y��=F �a "`�,}� ,�yp`tf3t. .;.� �.+rr fi a� s w�� '��. �� &�'�i �_� �s' :.t"_w P +��'� �T�._� � 4� E�i'I �t��1'� , } k � � 4 r ..��'�;� �� •'� �E� ` � �' ' �-�� `r� ��`t t �F. �r� :u ' � �'��'.'!F-' v, . ��qy, � ..,. � `�^ q`4. �;��,. � ,,.' &�� : ' ' �r_� � y,�.raib� ':, �t s_( i. � x� � � . _ � �i •-` � fl . �fi '�.�d.�'�S '�"�� s �' �� "� � � •� �.� ��'ia { f � o .�'`� : �� s3��i y�� -ta �� :.., .,x '� � �:�� t . .�" #�.. .�t.iR..� '� YI��X; 1 r � .,�F i.�� xR, y �, C-�*�?t �r y�:�_ y �1 .�`.,� a:��' a�^�".t. -' �"w��?i -j�..a - � ':"�*�� .�..::�'��.4�.i`_ L �`_S� � �C.� }3�-�� •I ��:'�,i ;r �' �� -,:J.._ { . r ��1��5 t r ,�x .,..+3,� �.:�� : �''Y�'� . � : �' .sF .� �'�, r �� $4.� '}c r;? � � + M � a� .�! x .�, s.��a{� Y i I^r-a�� :�,r �� ..�+ ,' _'� .�G. � (�rt`w�a1�M -�� j1+ 7�� '�:�� r� � � �" $9' �t i � � ��. n � ftfr'�",` +�s r 5. J ��J�� jf:.� 'fS:C�. .� �'�^' R '2� 1� �.�''� . s'a<�d°-`xa�►s.�"�,1.;_,"�a �`�«°��s,�.' � 4�{t s�� '� �,„ t C$ 9 ar:�j��, Y {�'a � � F�� y� c.Y �y, � 1tr�1�. .y z , �J4��r��' � "5 �:`; ^ �'lU��i�� Ca �:.�'a+5t�..�+ a t py .S{Y'Q"`#�.�'�a�'C Y 'y"s� � , Z r-. � W.. .� W i9�,r�6 L� E`�� j{'ci tK t �� ^�,., �4 ��'� - cfw �., fy *:. . ;�.. "�� j�'� �s.�i} � a�??:�L»�'«�� ' I��Yd+��z� �;t-�'�t�$ �,�^`,-�� • lt `r`� - �^ �; ty y��"�` ,_� Land Use Destgnations , �� - "`'=^ � '�'� :� y�,� ,�,� _+� � �,/`� Neighborhood Mixed Use 24��,� •'� �� F '�, �" j,.�� f� Urban Mixed Use � � � i �f � . . � a .�'� t ' '; .,;� gt �: ..., . , � a:� `�.:�� ; ,�•. .� Urban Office Professional ! �� `�,.�� `.�� =�� /$u��` � _ General Commercial � . : r•.. ��^� , ' t�,-��,g }_��L� , ��'..��. �f.a`�r3��ra+�.� �.��' �. . , ' �Hos�l �� a d z^ , � � , c.- ....._._ ... � • .�.s....�.:�..-,. '� i: . . . y--� ,:, .., ��,"�,� � " . te^^ S > r'� '1 �� '# �"1�`�� " L E':: `�w,. � � y� � 4 � �„�,�� .� , .... .: , , , , , .-�. _ .�,�z� .,.- � ' r ( � } i � �k .. u�)� ��.��1a y �� . .- �� . ��'*�.,,,�-„ ..sa� �'a �,.bs�#� r � 'r .. �,��. , - ��,,. .y s . �' a r '� \ � "'""-»�ene� �,,� '� '�� y( +a� ''� �.n..++ �.�..., .e'w� � ,��h .h�j.�1.F. �ka. �R �.�!- � �� Y ��y ' �::;:,! r ) .r� �� Yj . 4# re31 k�!�� r}E k �1 1 �i�+ �. � � �x.y' �` `��*'* �� ', �e�i' �. �� a � 'p `� ( �}' '`� � aw4 S �^'Y' 3 ��` �'•A 1 • � � {� � q..',� �fi,� ...,,.� ' f i � 1 � �' t� � �� f�- �`.",,t `x �;� �„`'�.,,"'-, `�._��ya.w.'..�� Y.� : ?� � t ' _•( � 4. � �.... . .. * ; � ��,�, � . r.��.:�`�..?.::r'.� rG �'��. � � �.��_� ,��'� ..3.".�� i � The plan encourages mid- to high-rise office, medical, housing, and retail uses south of La Veta Avenue. It applies the Urban Mixed-use � and Urban Office Professional designations to properties along La Veta Avenue, Town and Country Road, and Parker Street. Urban Mixed-use areas south of SR-zz are intended to provide for integrated commercial retail, professional office, housing, and civic uses. Commercial retail uses are intended to be the primary use on the ground floor within these areas. Urban Office Professional areas north of SR-zz are intended to provide for urban, high-intensity, mid- and high-rise office centers. Professional office is intended as the primary use. Both designations a!lo.w for a maximum allowable intensity of 3.o FAR within this area. A limited number of high-rise office and residential projects may also be permitted within this focus area through the use of transferable development rights. The plan also features Neighborhood Mixed-use designations for portions of Main Street south of Almond Avenue.This designation encourages compatible and integrated residential, commercial, office, and medical uses, either as multiple-story projects with ground-floor retail, or as stand-alone projects with pedestrian connections to the arterial corridors. -_ , �:� �#ti _ :.�N OxAt�GE GErrExai, P�rr LU-39 LAND USE ��..� w_ - �.__�_�. _:�:= Neighborhood-scale mixed-use at this location is - intended to support the ongoing transformation of south Main Street into a medical corridor in a manner sensitive ".' � ,ax,,� � to surrounding single-family residential areas. On south Main Street, Neighborhood Mixed-use areas are • -' permitted at a maximum density of z4.o du�ac, and a maximum FAR of�.5. In the Town and Country Road area south of SR-z2, high intensity retail, office and housing development is encouraged within the Urban Mixed-use designation, which allows a maximum density of 60.o R-� du/ac, and a maximum FAR of 3.0. The General Commercial designation present at the intersection of Main Street and Chapman Avenue allows for a maximum _ _ development intensity of �.o FAR, to enable more - �� - � productive use of retail properties near the intersection. ` �;r, �- - West Chapman Avenue/Uptown Orange The West Chapman/Uptown Orange focus area consists of mostly commercial and industrial properties located west of SR-57, as well as commercial areas located along Anita Drive, just east of the Santa Ana River. In recent years, the City has experienced a high level of interest in sites available for redevelopment in Uptown Orange (generally bounded by SR-57 and State College Boulevard). Large multi-family developments have recently been constructed � and property owners and developers remain interested in increased office, retail, and housing opportunities. Factors influencing redevelopment interest in this area include expansion of the University of California lrvine (UCI) Medical Center, freeway accessibility, improvements at The Block at Orange, County government facilities located in the area, and the City of Anaheim's Platinum Triangle Plan. Uptown Orange is the most urban of the eight focus areas. It adjoins Anaheim, Garden Grove, and Santa Ana, where substantial higher-density development is already underway. Uptown is well-served by freeways and contains a mix of major destination uses, including shopping, entertainment, offices, hotels, and a hospital. As a regional mixed-use node, Uptown should accommodate additional development intensity, including high-density multifamily residential development. Market studies completed for the General Plan update concluded that Uptown Orange has the potential to complement similar residential/mixed-use development in surrounding cities. Existing and proposed retail/entertainment facilities at The Block provide the atmosphere to create a live, work, and play destination once higher-density residential units are introduced. This mixed-use development strategy and increased residential densities will require improved transit access. Additionally, the presence of the Santa Ana River and associated regional bike trail along the eastern edge of the focus area provides great opportunity to improve the community's access to and relationship with the river, and to integrate access to and views of the river corridor in the design of mixed-use projects. The land use plan for this focus area is based upon the folfowing future development objectives, which are consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Vision Statement: �. .-�w � M�-..: .__ � _:��, O�rrGE GErrE� P�rr LU-40 �a _. ,. . .. LAND USE -_:..>-.:_�.,. ,.a�, " 5�;u - ,_.,,�s ■ Encourage integrated commercial retail, professional office, housing, and civic uses. ■ Provide convenient transit access, innovative housing options, and pedestrian-oriented design. ■ Require new development projects to provide community open space areas and retain or improve access to the Santa Ana River Trail. 1?+ `� 4 4: '. �. �i . °�{Tr.*..1 ' t( P?� , ' ;.`,11 ,,+X :� _ '�!��.'�.e'#'.- 1 �' ;YSf{ }�Zk. �`j��.�b-1 �1�i k y .... � ��r� � rx r ..� �H'�'�t t!��. �v u �' !, ,01�'GE�, AVF.,,�;,.� `�j • � ` ' �� 'k a .� ':' .e , ��,�^ -�^o: ,, ~7 � ,�. � ~ �;� *x: a'_`� , � �, �` � � � �. �� n�_ �I �? r '. .. � � �'+i � .c. �, b . f � �' w �� . a r '.� „+�" �,�`x • , � s':�{ , °` '�'k `''�� {�� i= ��* , �� G�► � ��i � �j�'� �;� �a ;� f n ,��, � � � i�:�� '� �';�a v'p. "4j . xT . „� ,'�� '4\' #�' "�^�.�'�n� ,� ' '•"�,� ; ,. � � ,�.� �1 % �'��i��,�C�-x s ��,� r�: 4�i�� u•�` �►` ' ��4 �'- �d 5 a` c�i"` � . f ` { �Z' ,�� a',�`�`y��, ' � ,� �r�� 1`�: �� X�� i ��.f� a1�Q� � {§,�,�e NAVE. a1 * ��;�ro��.,��y . t H.�'��` ..2 : `/ 1��, � � ;y,4"�'�y�f` .. u°`'` � °�� ,��'i��'A*l �` i� S=�-s r;,�,'�sil,�i,l"�a.:4e��,�7�=, '�e�� ,�t � i�.� �� .-• �� u�.r-�^ ,,�x , �� , �;.. � c �"i�,� »� � ^� i w�'zc.: , �, �r� i .. ��.,li w+�r'�; "��p,i.� �.h.: ° �� ; ��"'�*� ��a:�t'�� x�' ., � � 3 l JY �,�t� �.��._ �''�a£�°��`f �Irv� ��'�r � �i-tkr �""�` ��t;; �`"'� =a�'� " : ��:,�•��'�� ,:.��" ��i11 ��, " ' "'"� ' Land Use Designations �ti � �3��`� � .� =�f � . Low Density Residential i`x k �t� ..� \�� ` - -: �.�� , a ��-� 4� �� Low Medium Residential �-: +� � "'"" a" , `� .;: . � a , �4 �`" �f • ' ,.:�".a. Medium Density Residential �i? � � , r �•��" � ` s ' � ; ;� f4��#�a'��::: �zr�! � .� '" �:� �.,. _ Urban Mixed Use Fi � � �_4;; �r��. +�..;�-- - . _ � ,«-r� `� �' "Y �� , ,s , Neighborhood Office Professional� �m Pt��,�� sd. �' , l . - a�,�� '� � �� °� Gene�al Commercial ' ;!C^��,��` � � y w " ;��;• "�� ,�` >„� �� g >> � Public Facilities and Institutions �` p 4 �d:" % r. �� , ,r� ;�— Open Space � � t- . � ; _ , `- - �'��-_ i� �:�.'` .«,§�' r� .;�� :+v'>�'3.,:��.-� � . �. The plan features an Urban Mixed-use designation for most of the focus area,which provides for integrated commercial retail, professional office, housing and civic uses. Convenient transit access, innovative housing options, and pedestrian-oriented design will be encouraged. High intensity retail, office and housing development is encouraged within the Urban Mixed-use designation, which allows a maximum density of 60.o du/ac, and a maximum FAR of 3.0. A limited number of high-rise office and residential projects that exceed the maximum density or intensity may also be permitted within this focus area through the use of transferable development rights. New development projects in this area will be required to demonstrate provision of community open space areas, and, for projects adjacent to the Santa Ana River,to provide access to the River Trail when possible. __r �::�� ._ _ _,�_ O�rrGE GErrE�z Pr Ar7 LU-41 LxND UsE _w.�_>. _. _-�.:�.� _� � __ , `,;��a Old Towne and Santa Fe Depot The Old Towne and Santa Fe Depot focus area is generally bounded by Walnut Avenue to the north, La Veta Avenue to the south, Cambridge Street to the east, and Batavia Street to the west. Uses within Old Towne consist of a variety of commercial retail, service, restaurant, and office uses lining the Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street corridors; Hart, Plaza, and Depot Parks; industrial and warehouse buildings lining the Burlington Northern/Santa Fe (BNSF) �:. ... Railway west of Glassell Street; several churches; _,_, ;�,,,,, nr �� Orange City Hall; the Orange Public Library & History Center; the Senior Center; much of the `�,�:... Chapman University campus; and numerous single-family and multiple-family residential units at varying densities. Over the past several years, the City has taken steps to enable long-term preservation of historic properties in Old Towne, and in the process, has created one of California's most intact and recognized historic districts. Today, strong interest exists among segments of the community to reduce overall residential densities in the Old Towne residential quadrants, and to make the areas surrounding the Santa Fe Depot more pedestrian friendly and transit- oriented. The Santa Fe Depot and associated Metrolink station and OCTA Transportation Center provide commuting options to people living and working in Orange. Opportunities for land use changes in this area arise because of its proximity to The Plaza and Chapman University, and due to the presence of Depot Park, under-utilized industrial properties, and surFace parking lots. Land use changes could better integrate this area with its surroundings and could lead to more transit-oriented housing and creative re-use of historic industrial and commercial buildings. Old Towne is the heart of the City, and the General Plan seeks to protect the small-scale fabric of the area, as well as the existing predominantly single-family neighborhoods that surround the Plaza. Residents in this "small town" district enjoy proximity to key quality-of- life amenities, such as restaurants, shopping, commuter rail services, and other public facilities.The area provides amenities that are compatible with and supportive of new mixed- use development, which may include small-scale office development, additional storefront retail, and new housing. Market studies completed for the General Plan update concluded that mixed-use designations in this area are more likely to build out as residential use than as non-residential use. Residential uses will in turn drive support for additional non-residential development. The land use plan for this focus area is based upon the following future development objectives, which are consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Vision statement: �. �-��_ _. _ ��; OxArrGE GErrEx� Pr.Arr LU-42 s._.. „�,;.� - _._ LAND USE ■ Reduce residential densities in many Old Towne neighborhoods. ■ Continue to protect and enhance Old Towne's historic character. ■ Introduce neighborhood-scale mixed-use along Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street, and adjacent to the BNSF railroad. ■ Encourage the adaptive re-use of existing industrial areas and the creation of transit- oriented developments around the historic Santa Fe Depot. ■ Maintain and enhance Old Towne's walkability. ■ Provide for continued use and enhancement of the civic center. The plan features lower residential densities within the northeast, southwest and southeast quadrants of Old Towne, and introduces mixed-use within the historically industrial areas adjacent to the BNSF railroad. Low Density(maximum 6.o du/ac)residential designations are applied to most current residential areas located east of Glassell Street. West of Glassell Street, a combination of Low, Low Medium, and Medium Density Residential designations are found, consistent with current development patterns.The intent of these designations is to ensure that infill development within Old Towne over time is consistent with the style, density,character, and intensity of the historic residential neighborhood character. � � �r-�> oav ,�,� .-.�E � .� � ? � z "�, y' ""� ��k s�.,;.. ��t'::3�}�? 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Old Towne Mixed Use 24 �+ � v.;�r� �`"�� i f, ;��',� °ens11eS ! ia��. * Neighborhood Office Prafess.� ��s:! ` b 'f �m ' I Resldent�al � �=a�"�' :�� t�r' � I �� .»,;n� � Industrial � "r' � � F� � � � ` ? � ; ;�� '� ��.;a �� ;f�� '' � �� '� A + Public Facilities and Institut. r�� .. �x�� °�� x �- � � , �' „ � 4 � �� . ' _ � A xs��Y �- Open Space Park :� •N�� }� h .. . , � ,.; �E $.. L...L.. � -:: l :K' i-tr�atr.t.�,�,:. � ` .� :`-�. . z: �'.,nra�.s�a�.es+4. . ;��i'�au•�,v:-n. ;1 Two Old Towne Mixed-use designations with a maximum density of�5.o du/ac surround the Plaza and line much of Chapman Avenue, Glassell Street, and the BNSF railroad corridor. One __� ��x z_t - __� -�_�:, OxArrGE GErrE�. Px�rr LU-43 LAND UsE �a'�� +k�,.- _ ,_�.,..�. _ - of these is designed with a lower floor area ratio to maintain the historic residential character associated with the Spoke Streets. A higher-density Old Towne Mixed Use designation that allows up to z4.o du/ac generaliy occurs along Olive Street, north and south of Chapman Avenue, and around Pixley Street. The higher-density designation supports future plans for transit-oriented development near the Metrolink station outlined within the Santa Fe Depot Specific Plan. The Old Towne Mixed Use designations encourage and support development up to the property lines in the downtown core and Santa Fe Depot Specific Plan area in order to maintain the historic streetscape and building pattern that characterizes these portions of the Old Towne area. Ground floor retail uses are encouraged for most infill development projects,which could be supported by residential or office uses on subsequent stories. Stand ��. alone commercial, residential, or office projects � � � �� ,�'��'�'� °�� °��°`�� may also be appropriate, provided they do not �� o interrupt the historic streetscape. The Old Towne Mixed-use designations also encourage the adaptive re-use of the existing industrial areas, " � and support improved walkability within the area. � , . ,� Chapman University and the Orange Civic Center are contained within the Public Facilities and Institutions designation. The civic center includes City Hall, the Orange Public Library & History Center, the Chamber of Commerce, Fire Department Station �, St. John's Lutheran School, Emanuel Lutheran School, the Women's Club, and .�� - the Ainsworth House. Industrial Areas � This focus area generally consists of properties -} located north of Orangewood Avenue/Walnut � R �`� Avenue and west of the BNSF Railway. Portions of t �, ' the area, including the Katella Avenue Corridor ?�� and the Orangewood/Eckhoff area, are also addressed in more detail in other focus areas. Orange's industrial area is characterized by a broad mix of business park, office, manufacturing, warehousing and commercial uses. A limited number of single-family homes are located in the industrial area, mostly concentrated along Cully Drive. The entirety of this focus area is located within the City's Redevelopment Project Area. Over time, market forces may create demand for more office space or for more intense business park or warehouse uses than currently exist. Considering ways to increase the intensity of uses throughout the City's industrial areas will encourage more productive use of limited land resources. Care must also be exercised to ensure adequate buffering between higher intensity industrial uses and surrounding residential areas to the north and east. Market studies completed for the General Plan update concluded that demand for industrial and office use in this area is strong, particularly among those who want to own their buildings. Therefore, the City seeks to preserve the primary industrial land use found in this area and to encourage intensification and/or redevelopment of underutilized parcels. _� . - �� Oxr�xGE GErrEx� PT.AN LU-44 w, y�=., = LAND USE The land use plan for this focus area is based on the following future development objectives, which are consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Vision statement: ■ Decrease the maximum allowed intensity within areas located west of Batavia Street and generally south of Grove Avenue to discourage professional office uses within this area in favor of true industrial uses. ■ Provide room for expansion of current businesses and infill of vacant properties in remaining portions of this area by increasing the maximum allowed development intensity. ■ Preserve the single-family residential character of the Cully Drive neighborhood. The plan features Industrial land use designations west of Batavia Street and generally south of Grove Avenue. At these locations, the maximum allowed intensity is o.75 FAR. The remaining portions of the industrial area are designated Light Industrial. In these areas, the maximum allowed intensity is �.o FAR with a three-story height limit to ensure a sensitive interface with nearby residential areas. These changes provide capacity for current businesses to expand, and enable more intensive uses to provide infill of currently vacant properties. ;, �,..�.. : .�t � r�.y � k��,�� E. q�� :� z `�' �:' i v� �.i�� k y 4� �,a ..: }r■�D�,�.l',�i` '� ,�"fi��'� f �.-�`�i� 4 ry�i„i � *� 2� �.. 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Y � { +�7� i.+ff$ 3 �PR�f ,'w i �� r � p�'-1 . �} f��' �`t ' 'i ��+ `a a �'�f �c � �;r d _ I`r �� t `Z? ,.,J", �'°� ;� � r Y�t �r.i ,� �.Y � �, ( �a�' ., .ra.,,Q � �,i �� ...��+ _.. , § ��:��; , �" ' ��-� Land Use Designations — V . � `�� at1��~�fi�� d Y x Low Density Residential (' � � �� ritOTC� 5 i � ... 0 , . y � . � �` � i�l� ;Indu�tnal � r�:= a�" r �' � — r ,r ` �vp�: : �� ` Low Medium Residential 'BUstnes� r'`LJ es � � , �,� _ , Medium Densi Residential W�th��o�i�:H im�`t "` ' �Y "7t,y #", a,a : tl ,; � Urban Mixed Use ' �Ur/� .,, . � " ,�, �`� �� ; o��r `� �, i " � Neighborhood Office P�rofessional ' ' ''` -' °��he� ' ' s� ' - General Commercial '� ;; ;m, �� „ . k' " � �q �� Light Industrial — v .. s'��1 ' � � :,,; � vl ' � Industrial � , � " � ��,� � � Open Space � bR�c�wooQ,�� t ;:; Open 5pace Park ta �l �_ �� w � � „,:,�.. _ ,,:.,�-, .�.�_. . _<. �:� �� _.� �°'a��- Ox�rrGE GErrExaL PT.AN LU-45 LAND UsE r�~_.�. --. _ �.. � - , Properties on the east side of the Taft Avenue/Orange-Olive Road intersection are designated Medium Density Residential(permitting up to z4.o du/ac).Additionally,to protect the integrity and character of the Cully Drive neighborhood, currently residential lots located on Cully Drive, east of Batavia Street, are designated for Low Density Residential use, permitting up to 6.o du�ac. Lemon Street Corridor �.�,� The Lemon Street corridor is bounded by „��'" � � � Lemon Street on the east, the BNSF Railway on - the west, Hoover Avenue on the north, and �y Collins Avenue on the south. The corridor includes predominately industrial and office {, uses and vacant lots. This corridor represents an opportunity to redefine and improve the " industrial interFace with single- and multi-family ^¢- > residential uses to the east. � .�. "�„.��3 r. i�5 x `"% s. , d t l� � � �. { `' f' ` r �"r v.. � 9.1' � � � �„.. � 'Ya"�`�' L�/�' �.�'�� +F.ar"�'.�,.`� f" �"�.� r ��d�.et�k,`.� r-,��1,:xy� "� �'� c- � �.tS �4,,�,�.�:� _ A ,'W' t' .� �:.`� Y:as i Y �,�,1 � �+.n �''''��p j ( i« *.�. �s�/,[� ° �(,��aJ� #k � " "" 1: �s��stiu'.��,3,,� __t+� � �Z +.,d'� a �� F�C� �1(��a,, �r; ?� . t � '�' �`(� s l^� �'��` v� rt" � �� ilsw; r� t., ' �� ( t �,'a'?' '� ,�!:1 ' 4.! 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'� � s p4..� �;Y ,,,.�� ilp��'i�+,'�"'�1`� ��,"� ,, " a f, i .Y' � '� �( � � f_� NW�...� � -'�3 ��;.�y� � �,� " ��., ' , � • �.. j •.�: `�k. ��k} �� {t+.� �. � ! ' ..� t �_� - } ,�� , �� i � r � '�� . . }'� � ��'"i;. Land Use Designation � � �:� � � }' # f it�,�,� �; �, �. �,,,,�' � � � , �k ��- � �, �. � ;. � ^m� � ��.� Medium Density Residential s#� > � � �� " „� ! ` � �' ' ' `�� '4� k � �i ,»� � }�� . � "'f �f,��Y!�'`� v,�; � ` `� Light Industrial p # ,� � ",,,�,�� ,t f ';,k ,,,� ,�� :'� �. � . � — Industrial �;e _� � ��`,' �y �'� +�,�;� :��..„�'�sa��"�{ �'� � _t� ! �r �`m �:� '' '��•��"^ c'�+ � ; ; � � t'*.��"�a: � 3 ,. ��j � �,.x CfSLLINS�VE.�' s"�� w�°�� .�E,.. � i , �s � s a o ,. �, .� � �. ,.. �,, �,. . , ; _ _ . , �. ..Yw�n �- � , . ,-� �l..� "�'� ,',.., a=a -,r.t �ws,.e- ,� � a • . �^ .. , .,LL " V ... ��y„ fi . � � ` `" 'P,�. ` `N- r t Market studies completed for the General Plan update indicate that developers have shown interest in providing residential uses within the Lemon Street corridor. This focus area is located in the City's Redevelopment Project Area, and it is likely that the Redevelopment .� � �_,� =��-�r O�GE GErrExAz Px� LU-46 -��.- `-�°- }�r� . ._. LAND USE Agency will need to provide financial and lot assembly assistance in order to st�!.'�`�s_�fu11� ^ transition this area to desirable residential development. The land use plan for this focus area is based upon the following future development objective, which is consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Vision statement: ■ Establish a corridor of well-insulated, higher density residential uses,gradually transitioning,from west to east, into a single-family residential area. The plan features a Medium Density Residential designation to the north of the focus area, allowing a maximum density of z4.o du/ac and industrial in the southern two-thirds of the area. Future development in this area should also incorporate accessible open spaces for residents and workers and take advantage of opportunities for future trails parallel to the railroad tracks. Eckhoff Street/Orangewood Avenue This focus area encompasses the area � generally east of the Santa Ana River, �;� � .��=� � ' � north of Orangewood Avenue, west of R Bitterbush Channel, and south of Collins � �, � � Channel.The focus area largely consists of � �` • .*,� professional offices, commercial uses, warehouses, and distribution centers. It „_,_,,. has historically been planned and zoned for industrial use; however,over the years, _ properties have been allowed to develop � —,-. ,,,,�,, as offices, and areas adjacent to the - �' offices have been allowed to develop as � � industrial parks. This focus area is located within the City's Redevelopment Project Area. As in the � City's industrial area as a whole, demand � °i � � f �F.� for industrial and office use.in the Eckhoff � ��' ; �� . . �.�,��r � Street/Orangewood Avenue area has been � '-� strong, particularly among those who ' ' "'��' want to own their buildings. The City� seeks to encourage intensification and/or redevelopment of underutilized parcels. The land use plan for this focus area is �., ��.. based .on the following objectives for future development, which are consistent with citywide Land Use Element policies and the Community Vision: ■ Recognize the potential of areas north of Orangewood Avenue to continue to provide options for lower-scale office uses and business-park oriented light industrial uses, as well as warehouse and distribution uses. - �.�. ��:��=: ,;.w.. --�-;� O�rrGE GErrE� Pzz�rr � LU-47 L�x� UsE _3�..o.�.,,�: :,�:�..- _�.x. - . ■ Expand current neighborhood-scale office activities along Orangewood Avenue. The plan supports an expansion of current neighborhood office uses along Orangewood Avenue and north of the Eckhoff Street intersection. All areas designated Light Industrial have a maximum allowable building intensity of i.o FAR and a 3-story height limit. Properties designated for Neighborhood Office Professional use have a maximum allowable building intensity of o.5 FAR. .;, g ... �.. �«� y w .- �. ,�� , ��;�,;,....— — ,..�..s.�,��' '.a..L:,t2;:+..�•. ,. . r . , • i " - .._...� . -.• E'� C��S��tEEF��j ' � � . � � ��:«� � . � � ! ; � , �WO;OI�AVEI��¢!Jf ' �� -,�l��'ARE� !` %,` ��'' I ��! � � , �, , '� � +`� t � � ' � � � � t � ^ �� a��:<� �� ' �. >! `�� '/ � r �. r � :�: °.x x,. � � � a � .� _�: �� , � ��' �� .�� . , �, `,, � ":%t :.,� e?�S �' �'yi x}t;_�t� 4��.� 6 .. w tS '� ��;4 i�:.. . '"' ,a � `�^i .. . ... . . 'V ' +#4.� �. . r, ne ,�f - � / � ��.' .� ,;. ,�� i �`' ,� � ,_ �..r.�� .I. ` �', � ��- �`� � a �� ,* �-� � . .,. �� j �� . �, „�� 1!� :�.� � Land Use Designations " , °,'�y+.� `�"'i � ��;�� Neighborhood OfBce Professional ` �° ��`�'� � ��. �� ,�n.� ` '` lightindustria! , , . ,.. , � _ � ��. ,�a'2 � .��< � +� .,�.� �i.-,�, -': ... � . ,� ,, « 1 .Y Land Use Diversity and Balanced Development A well-balanced community provides a broad range of housing and business opportunities as well as recreational, institutional, and cultural activities that enhance the overall living environment. By encouraging a mix of land uses, the City can create an active and diverse environment that complements all lifestyles and supports neighborhoods. A balanced inventory of land uses is needed to meet the housing needs of all income groups and lifestyles, to create a stable employment and tax base, to maintain logical relationships between land uses and community assets, and to provide residents with a range of recreational opportunities. Maintaining a variety of complementary land uses will continue to be a high priority for the City. ___ . ��._ _ ,:� .�:;�Y, OxArrGE GErrExai. Px�rr LU-48 _ }4;� _ LAND USE A key challenge that the City will face when reviewing future development is that ne��.;,. areas of Orange(mostly located in the eastern portion of the City)and long-established are�'S' ` of the City (mostly located in the western portion) have very different development and community service needs. Priorities in the City's western area tend to be more established, focusing on reinvention of older commercial and industrial areas and on new opportunities to provide open space as part of infill development. This contrasts with priorities for east Orange, which is characterized by more recent suburban residential development. Here, providing adequate levels of roadway, utility infrastructure, and community services that are in step with new development and do not degrade service levels in other parts of the City is a key priority. Mixed-use Development As this Element has discussed, mixed-use refers t . to the mixing of compatible uses such as <. ;� ,, �` residential, commercial, and office, which �`4''a increases the diversity of land uses within a given -�__ __ area. Mixed-use developments create vital urban � _ t r�;_. _ '"��'' areas that accommodate residents, employment, _� � retail, and amenities within walking distance. `�" '� Mixed-use will also activate neighborhoods ��`�� throughout the day, unlike single-use office districts, for instance, that are often deserted at � night. Mixed-use buildings are often vertically `� � - '� �`� mixed, with commercial space on the first floor and residential or office space above. Horizontal mixed-use is also desirable at some locations,allowing commercial to be adjacent to an office or residential use. :� �' � The Land Use Policy Map identifies multiple types of � mixed-use within the City. All of the mixed-use � designations encourage a creative blend of commercial retail, office, housing, civic, and entertainment uses that may vary in composition and intensity based upon location, accessibility, and the surrounding development context. Figure LU-7 identifies potential configurations �� ""� of mixed-use, in both plan and elevation, which may be �� found in Orange pursuant to the policies outlined in this �,n' R' Element. As shown in the figure, the style and intensity �= of mixed-use in Orange varies by location. For example, in areas designated for Urban Mixed-use, vertical mixed- use is encouraged, and mid-to-high rise buildings reaching upwards of�o or more stories may be allowed. .-. .:�:� By contrast, in Neighborhood and Old Towne Mixed-use areas, either horizontal or vertical mixed-use is encouraged. Buildings tend not to exceed three stories, and they are designed to blend in with their surroundings. The City encourages this diversity of mixed-use development as a way of establishing vibrant activity centers, providing diverse housing opportunities, and encouraging walkab(e districts with convenient access to goods and services. - -.-�: ��_:� ,.�.,<�: �. _. . _. ��_. _�N ' OxArrGE GErrEx� P�rr LU-49 LAND USE r��r�-�._t »::.`_"�: �.,�_ '�;c-..��: Transfer of Development Rights for Residential Development or Open Space The City seeks to promote flexibility in future development of urban mixed-use environments, to encourage and support historic preservation within Old Towne, and to encourage expansion of open space opportunities in neighborhood scale mixed-use areas. Transfers of development rights are encouraged for these four future development conditions,which are summarized in Table LU-4 and discussed below. Table LU-4 Transfer of Development Rights Conditions Site Characteristics Maximum Purpose Receiver Site Land Donor Site Land Transferable Other Unused FAR Requirements Use Designation(s) Use Designation(s) �Receiver Site) Provide for increased Urban Mixed-use Urban Mixed-use o.z5 FAR Development levels of residential use at Agreement appropriate sites. Encourage development Urban Mixed-use Urban Mixed-use i.o FAR Development of well-designed high rise Agreement development consisting of buildings�o stories or zo percent of receiver higher at identified site must be locations. developed as permanentimproved openspace Expand and preserve open Neighborhood Neighborhood Variable Development space in Neighborhood Mixed-use Mixed-use (determined by Agreement mixed-use environments Development Old Towne Mixed-use Agreement) Encourage and support Old Towne Mixed-use Old Towne Mixed-use Variable Development historic preservation in Old , (determined by Agreement Towne mixed-use Neighborhood Development environments. Mixed-use Agreement) For properties within the Urban Mixed-use designation, (see Figure LU-8)allowable land uses include residential (at 30.o to 60.o du/ac) or commercial retail or office, or any combination of those uses that does not exceed a maximum FAR of 3.0. For properties with proposed commercial retail and/or office development that do not exceed the maximum FAR, any unused FAR on that donor site, up to a maximum o.z5 FAR of an identified receiver site, may be transferred to other Urban Mixed-use designated properties for the purpose of developing additional residential units on the property that receives the unused FAR. This approach to development is known as a transfer of development rights (TDR) and must be completed under a development agreement in accordance with City ordinances. This TDR technique is allowed in addition to density bonus provisions of State law (section 659�5 of the California Government Code). 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' --------'-. : ' , . ♦ -T� � � � � � i� �� — � I � a� �,-rt=G � .1� �.. y I � ♦• — — — —irr -t�-�� ..� I I ,:j/•"" ��._ i I I r.,_. _ Urban Mixed Use Sites Eligible for High-Rise Development NORT"' Feet � 0 1,500 3,000 Figure LU-8 Urban Mixed-use Sites Eligible for High Rise Development To determine the number of residential units that can be added to the receiver property, unused FAR is converted to building floor area square footage; for example, o.z5 FAR for a receiver property of �o acres in size is �08,90o square feet. The resulting square feet of building floor area is then divided by�,000 square feet(the average size of a residential unit) to determine the number of additional residential units that can be added to the receiver property above and beyond the allowed 30.0-60.o du/ac already allowed on that property. In this example, dividing �08,90o by �,000 equals a maximum of�09 dwelling units that can be added to the receiver property, above and beyond the 300-60o dwelling units already allowed. For some properties within the Urban Mixed-use designation, the City desires well-designed high-rise development consisting of buildings �o stories or higher. For any unused FAR, up to a maximum of�.o FAR of the receiving property may be transferred from other Urban Mixed- use designated properties, if proposed development on the receiving property results in the construction of a well designed high-rise building, and at least zo percent of the property is developed as permanent improved, publicly accessible open space. _�..X�. ,__,,� .ro,.�-�.,,._� �q�� ..$-- ._ w� �.:��,. OxArrGE GErrEx� P�rr LU-53 LArm UsE ��: �; -� �-.,r��,: . . ��_�; For properties in the Neighborhood Mixed-use designation, transfers of unused FAR are permitted and encouraged for the purpose of creating open space. Similarly, in the Old Towne Mixed-use designation, transfers of unused FAR are permitted to support historic preservation within the Old Towne neighborhood. Industrial and Office Uses Providing options for industrial development and office uses within the City contributes to the economic and employment base of the community.A variety of industrial and warehouse facilities are located in the area north and south of the western end of Katella Avenue. Uses range from large beverage and grocery distributors, to masonry and foam manufacturers, down to small one-person printing operations. Office spaces that support industrial practices can also be found in this area. Industrial development in Orange and throughout the region has undergone some transitions in recent years. Even though traditional manufacturing activities dominate these areas, in some cases warehousing uses and a few modern office parks are starting to replace manufacturing. In addition, Orange has experienced increased demand for larger, multi-story professional office complexes at locations such as South Main Street, Town and Country Road, La Veta Avenue, and The City Drive. Demand has also grown for medical office space surrounding local hospitals. The Land Use Policy Map indicates a change in proposed land use designations directly west of the core of Old Towne,from Industrial to Old Towne Mixed-use. By changing the land use designation, the City is encouraging the adaptive reuse of several industrial sites to support walkability and transit presence in the area. The City continues to support industrial and office uses in areas currently characterized by these uses, and encourages a mixture of office, commercial,and residential uses in the area near the Old Towne core. %p ;#F=; � �. ,P t . ■ � �• r .`. ¢�, Contextual and Environmental Compatibility The quality of the built and natural environments plays a large part in defining Orange's quality of life. Land use conflicts often occur when newer development is allowed to occur that is insensitive to the use, scale, or character of current development and the surrounding environment. In other cases, older, obsolete and nonconforming uses remain, interspersed _.�_ <:�--�� :�� -��: O�xGE GErrsxAz Pr�x LU-54 ��. ... ,. . LAND USE , ,:��:<r�. ;.�<�, _ �.� , among newer developments, as when old service stations or repair shops are located in the midst of residential development. Such conflicts can lead to degradation of the built environment. The City has ensured that all proposed land use designations in this Element are designed to complement and enhance adjacent and surrounding land uses and the natural environment. Coordinated Planning Future planning considers ongoing planning efforts of all City departments, agencies, surrounding jurisdictions and special districts. In addition, ongoing planning efforts undertaken by regional agencies such as the County of Orange, the Southern California Association of Governments,the South Coast Air Quality Management District,the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board, and others need to be examined for consistency with the City's long-range objectives. The following plans and programs, which are administered by federal, state, county, and special purpose agencies, will help achieve the goals of the Land Use Element. The City will continue to coordinate with the agencies responsible for administering tliese plans to ensure that City interests are considered and met. National Pollutant Discharge and Elimination System The City of Orange is under the jurisdiction of the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), which implements the National Pollutant Discharge and Elimination System (NPDES) permit for the northern and central portions of Orange County. The NPDES permit, a requirement under the Clean Water Act, addresses pollution from urban runoff that threatens water quality of receiving waters (such as streams and lakes). Under the NPDES permit, Orange must implement measures to reduce urban runoff during all phases of development: planning, construction, and existing use. Requirements include incorporating Best Management Practices to reduce runoff from construction and current uses, reporting any violations to the RWQCB, and education regarding the negative water quality impacts of urban runoff. California Environmental Quality Act and Guidelines The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) was adopted by the state legislature in response to a public mandate for more thorough environmental analysis of projects that might affect the environment. Provisions of the law and environmental review proced�ures are described in the CEQA Statutes, State CEQA Guidelines, and the City's guidelines implementing CEQA. Implementation of CEQA ensures that during the decision making stage of development, City officials and the general public will be able to assess the environmental impacts associated with private and public development projects. Southern California Association of Governments Growth Management Plan The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Growth Management Plan recommends methods to redirect regional growth to minimize traffic congestion and better protect environmental quality. The goals of the Growth Management Plan include balancing ___4�""-��;;.�;� � �K.�;.. __�- �:-:�=-; OxANGE GErrERAL PLAN LU-55 LAND USE jobs and housing. While SCAG has no authority to mandate implementation of the Growth Management Plan, principal goals have implications for the land use composition of Orange. LAND USE IMPLEMENTATION The goals, policies and plans identified in this Element are implemented through a variety of City plans, ordinances, development requirements, capital improvements, and ongoing collaboration with regional agencies and neighboring jurisdictions. Specific implementation measures for this Element are contained in the General Plan Appendix. _ �� ORANGE GENERAL PLAN LU-56 �� E�.�,�v . _ ._.- _ _ _ -� - .. ..._.�-- _. _ _ ._..�:�. .�._.°-�-� �, � ---�:�. INTRODUCTION AND VISION FOR THE FUTURE Orange's circulation system has been influenced by a variety of historical factors, including the presence of the Santa Fe Railroad,the vision of Alfred B.Chapman and William T.Glassell, the agricultural history of the area, and alternative transportation modes including a historic streetcar system. In �887, the Santa Fe Railroad came to Orange and built a station four blocks west of the Plaza.The coming of the railroad set off a real estate boom that brought hundreds of settlers to the area. The railroad also influenced the City's early economic success by providing a means to transport goods, especially citrus, to the entire country. Today, the railroad tracks continue to serve freight trains and provide a critical link to the region via the Metrolink heavy rail transit system. In the �87os, Alfred B. Chapman and William T. Glassell subdivided their land into residential and small farm lots centered on a roundabout known today as Plaza Park. Plaza Park was dedicated in�886 and established the City's two main streets—Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street—as well as the compact street grid of Old Towne Orange.The street grid and railroad system were supported historically by a streetcar system that connected the small towns and settlements that make up the City today. Over time, the small farms on the outer edges of Orange's core district began to disappear. Two factors influenced this change: the demand for housing after World War II and the appearance of"Quick Decline" disease that destroyed the local citrus industry. As each farm was developed independently, the grid system expanded outward and commercial corridors were established. Orange's roadways began to take on a more suburban pattern of collectors,connectors,and arterials.As development reached the eastern portion of the City, the grid gave way to curvilinear street patterns. The historic roadways and railways that form the basis for the current circulation network have been complemented over the years by the development of a streetcar system, a transit service, an emerging and continually expanding bicycle trail and route network, and routes for equestrian use in the eastern portion of the City. The City will continue to be served by these multiple modes of transportation and other emerging mobility technologies. �:�_ �r s �� . � �:�; O�rrGE�GExE�. P�rr CM-1 a�..,,.-��=�< -_____ CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY Orange's Vision for the Future, described in the General Plan Introduction, recognizes that the circulation system is a key component of the quality of life in the City. Accordingly, the vision includes the following objectives: ■ Residential areas will be connected to commercial, recreational, and open space areas, as well as educational and cultural facilities via a balanced, multi-modal circulation network that accommodates vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, hikers, a�d equestrians. This network will create additional opPortunities for walking and biking, enhancing safety and well- being for neighborhoods and businesses. ■ The City will work to define neighborhoods through the use of open space areas and a trail system that provides a source of aestlietic beauty and recreational opportunities. These open space areas support a healthy and active community. • We will develop a connected multi-modal network for traveling from one end of town to the other that provides the option for residents from different neighborhoods to access parks, open spaces, and scenic areas by vehicle, transit, foot, bicycle or, where appropriate,horse. Purpose of the Circulation & Mobility Element California's General Plan Guidelines mandate that the Circulation & Mobility Element fulfill the following objectives: ■ Show a direct relationship to the Land Use Element to ensure that any changes to land use as stated by the Land Use Element and growth occur with adequate circulation and transportation facilities in mind. ■ Address relevant issues including the adequacy of"major thoroughfares,transportation routes,terminals, other local public utilities and facilities."The goal of the Circulation& Mobility Element is to identify circulation problems related to these facilities in the early stages and resolve them in local goals and policies without costly delays. Other relevant issues discussed in the Circulation & Mobility Element include those that address streets, highways, public transit routes, railroads, bicycle and pedestrian routes, recreational trails, paratransit, parking, transportation system management, and air pollution.The hierarchy of streets within the residential areas helps to frame the urban form. Connections between neighborhoods can be achieved by a comprehensive network of sidewalks and trails. Also, the commercial corridors can be enhanced with adequate street capacity,public transit, and pedestrian-friendly environments. The state also recommends that the Circulation & Mobility Element address coordination efforts among the local, regional, and state transportation plans to better resolve circulation issues. Since many transportation concerns are regional, addressing them requires intergovernmental and regional transportation management plans and policy implementation. These partnerships ensure the most efficient use of funding, infrastructure, and other resources. The state also recommends the "preservation of transportation corridors for future system improvements." � ��::��-� �.:-�� -�:�.�=-�<r� Ox�rrGE GErrExAz PLarr CM-2 ��-�.;,�;;� :�;;�- CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY The Circulation & Mobility Element prioritizes the issues and opportunities that exist within Orange's transit network. It is directly responsive to proposed changes in land use and anticipates the impacts of those changes. This Element also seeks to reassure residents and businesses that the City recognizes the link between transportation and land uses, and provides a means to mitigate the impacts of growth. Another goal of the Circulation & Mobility Element is to increase transportation options and provide increased access to the circulation system for all residents of Orange. This goal includes improved rail and bus transit connections and frequency, implementation of a Bikeway Master Plan, and completion of a trails system. Transforming many of Orange's historically auto-oriented commercial corridors, such as Katella Avenue, Main Street, and portions of La Veta Avenue, Chapman Avenue, and Glassell Street into more pedestrian- friendly mixed-use environments is an overarching goal.Where possible,the development of equestrian trails is also encouraged. One of the main functions of the Circulation & Mobility Element is to guide and direct enhancement of the current circulation system for existing and future developments. Thus, circulation provisions correlate with the Land Use Element to avoid unchecked growth and unnecessary congestion. Another key objective of the Element is to work toward a future circulation network that provides meaningful alternatives for getting around the community by less auto-dependent means. The City's topography, street and sidewalk system, transit and trail framework, and land use relationships provide an excellent foundation for pursuit of this objective. The Circulation & Mobility Element does not simply determine automobile routes. It also guides the movement of people and goods, directly affecting Orange's physical, social, and economic environment. Since circulation permits accessibility to places and social amenities, it can either improve or cause deterioration in quality of life. Circulation efficiency also plays a major role in progress and development of the City's economy. Scope and Content of the Circulation & Mobility Element The Circulation &Mobility Element comprises three sections: (i)Introduction; (z) Issues, Goals, and Policies; and (3)The Circulation&Mobility Plan. The first section introduces the contents of the Circulation & Mobility Element. The second section presents issues, goals, and policies for improving circulation. The third section includes the Circulation & Mobility Plan, which designates locations and standards for roadways and non-motorized circulation facilities, and states the community's desired level of transportation service. Implementation measures designed to promote achievement of the goals and policies are provided in an Appendix to the General Plan. �:�-==-��i - - .,.. �.., v�x.. � ;,� -� �_,=: O�rrGE GErrE�z P�rr CM-3 ��.�;,� -.��; - CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY Relationship to other General Plan Elements California planning law requires that the Circulation & Mobility Element correlate and maintain consistency with the other General Plan elements. The Circulation & Mobility Element relates most closely to the La,nd Use, Natural Resources, Noise, Economic Development, Housing, and Urban Design Elements. The Circulation & Mobility Element is linked to the Land Use Element because the General Plan land use designations identified in the Land Use Element serve as a basis for the allocation of vehicle trips and establishment of capacity levels for circulation planning. The Land Use Element also provides land use designations that accommodate mixed commercial and residential development, which encourage shorter trips and improve the efficiency of the transportation network. The Circulation & Mobility Plan is established to define and provide for adequate levels of service and facilities to support future land uses.This Element recommends roadway and intersection improvements that may require land acquisition. Location of public transportation facilities will also influence pedestrian activity and transit- oriented development, and the physical size of streets will affect urban land uses and the physical appearance of the City. The Natural Resources Element identifies regional air quality objectives and provides appropriate mitigation efforts that affect the Circulation & Mobility Element. Improving access,encouraging alternative modes of travel, and maintaining air quality and conservation standards are common objectives of the Natural Resources and the Circulation & Mobility Elements. The Noise Element addresses future noise levels associated with roadways, rail, and other transportation facilities. Future volumes of traffic on the circulation system are directly related to future noise levels and mitigation strategies. The Economic Development Element identifies desirable economic conditions and land uses that enhance and promote business activity, employment growth, and economic stability. The goals and policies of the Circulation & Mobility Element will determine road capacity in Orange, which will impact the type and location of uses, and parking and access considerations associated with future uses. Both elements share a common objective of planning for future transportation infrastructure needs. Maintaining roadways, bikeways and bus and rail transit facilities is critical to the success of both current and future businesses in Orange. The Urban Design Element is a framework for shaping the future form and character of Orange. The quality of Orange's physical environment contributes to its identity, attracts new residents, and sets the stage for economic activity. The Urban Design Element builds on the foundation of Orange's already strong sense of place to preserve and strengthen the streetscape environment of commercial corridors and landmarks within the city. The Urban Design Element and Circulation & Mobility Element share a common objective to reinvent City streets as more functional and walkable public places. �,,�-=�.m ��.- .<:� _::� �:=�:-: O�rrGE GErrERaz PzArr CM-4 =,��_�~,��: . -- - CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY ISSUES , GOALS , AND POLICIES The goals, policies, and implementation programs of the Circulation &Mobility Element seek to achieve a better balance between vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle travel, and to provide a wide range of viable transportation options to Orange residents. The following six issues are addressed: (�) enhancing the local circulation system; (z) maintaining the regional circulation system; (3) maintaining a viable public transportation network; (4) creating a comprehensive system of sidewalks, trails, and bikeways; (5) providing adequate parking facilities;and (6)improving circulation system aesthetics and safety. Local Circulation System The local roadway system serves the community's primary needs for mobility and access,and consists of a hierarchy of City streets to meet those needs. The City's original street system was established as a grid pattern long before a Master Plan of Arterial Highways(MPAH)was adopted. The Old Towne area and many postwar neighborhoods were designed in a classic grid configuration, while in newer parts of the City, physical features such as the Santa Ana River, Santiago Creek, hilly terrain, freeways and the presence of the City of Villa Park have resulted in a system without a definitive pattern. Some major roads do not connect the eastern and western portions of the City and consequently do not provide effective through circulation. A well-designed roadway system will provide convenient access to activities in Orange. GOAL�.o: Provide a safe, efficient, and comprehensive circulation system that serves local needs, meets forecasted demands, and sustains quality of life in neighborhoods. � Policy�.�: Plan, build, and maintain an integrated, hierarchical, and multi-modal system of roadways, pedestrian walkways, and bicycle paths throughout the City. Policy�.z: Identify key intersections and streets with historical or projected traffic congestion problems and apply creative traffic management measures to improve overall circulation. Policy�.3: Consider various methods to increase safety on �ity arterials and neighborhood streets, including landscaping, provision of bike/transit lanes, and consideration of traffic calming on neighborhood streets in accordance with the City's Neighborhood Residential Traffic Management Program. Policy�.4: Prohibit on-street parking where possible to reduce bicycle/automobile conflicts in appropriate target areas as recommended by the Bikeways Master Plan. Policy�.5: Address possible safety and noise effects of increased rail activity on grade crossings throughout the City. Policy�.6: Maintain and repair roadways and sidewalks as necessary to improve circulation and safety. Policy�.7: Consolidate driveways along roadways that provide access to commercial uses to minimize side street interruption and promote smooth traffic flows. ��- -�:�;�= __� _-� -�-�_: Ox�rrGE GErrE� P�rr CM-5 � ,,_;,s.�;.�� , CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY On-street parking is prohibited on commercial access streets to provide adequate curb-to-curb width for travel lanes. Regional Circulation System Mobility in Orange is directly related to the regional transportation network, as the City lies at the confluence of several regional freeways: the Santa Ana Freeway(Interstate 5), Orange Freeway(State Route [SR] 57), Garden Grove Freeway (SR-2z), Costa Mesa Freeway (SR-55), Riverside Freeway (SR-9�) and Eastern Transportation Corridor (SR-z4�). In addition to the freeways, other connections to the region include the commuter rail system known as Metrolink, a freight and goods rail transport system, and a regional bikeways system with connections to the Santa Ana River and other locations. Orange is also connected to the region via the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) bus system. City infrastructure must accommodate regional through traffic originating in other communities in addition to providing local residents access to the regional network. GOAL Z.o: Provide an effective regional transportation network. Policy z.�: Ensure consistency with the County MPAH in order to qualify for funding programs. Policy z.z: Coordinate with adjacent cities to plan and develop major east/west and north/south arterials and rapid transit to connect the City with the cities of Anaheim, Tustin, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, and Villa Park, as well as developing areas within the City's sphere of influence. Policy z.3: Cooperate with and support local and regional agencies' efforts to improve regional arterials and transit in order to address increasing traffic congestion. Policy z.4: Coordinate land use planning with anticipated future development of roadways and other transportation facility improvements as well as the expansion of commuter rail and bus service. Policy z.5: Ensure that transportation facilities and improvements do not degrade the quality of Orange's commercial and residential areas. Policy z.6: Encourage the use of regional rail, transit, bicycling, carpools, and vanpools for work trips to relieve traffic congestion. Policy z.7: Continue to support the use of rail corridors within the City for the movement of freight and goods, and work with rail operators to minimize associated traffic delays. Public Transportation Public transportation is a crucial component of a comprehensive circulation system. In addition to reducing air pollution and traffic congestion, a successful public transit system provides an alternative mode of travel for those with limited mobility, residents who may not have access to a car, and persons who choose not to drive. GOAL 3.0: Connect centers within the City to each other and to the region through efficient and accessible public transportation. ��-• ;::��: ...�aa=,� � ��:��< ORr.rrG� GErrs� P�rr CM-6 �.-.� :�;��> ;-�-�- CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY Policy 3.�: Work with OCTA and other agencies to assess City public transportation needs and to ensure delivery of services when and where they are needed. Policy 3.z: Enhance and encourage provision of convenient and attractive transit amenities and streetscapes to encourage use of public transportation (e.g., benches,trash cans,shelters,and lighting). Policy 3.3: Require incorporation of transit-oriented design features within major commercial and employment areas as well as in medium density residential and mixed-use development areas. Sidewalks , Trails , and Bikeways In addition to offering recreational and public health benefits, non-vehicular modes of transportation offer commuting options. Also, the mixed-use environments advocated by Land Use Element policies will encourage increased pedestrian activity on City sidewalks for both business and pleasure. An effective pedestrian, bicycle, and equestrian network must be safe and accessible, and must connect key activity centers within the City with each other and with the regional trail system. A comprehensive network of on-street bicycle lanes, off- street bicycle paths, sidewalks, and trails should be developed and maintained to increase the safety and utility of the system, with a particular focus on the City's sidewalk deficient industrial areas GOAL 4.0: Provide efficient and accessible modes of pedestrian, bicycle, and equestrian transportation and improved facilities and amenities. Policy 4.�: Create a comprehensive bicycle network that is integrated with other transportation systems by establishing complementary on-street and off- street facilities as identified in the City of Orange Bikeways Master Plan and OCTA Commuter Bikeways Strategic Plan, including Santiago Creek, the Santa Ana River,and the Tustin Branch Trail. Policy 4.z: Install racks and safe storage facilities at parking areas for City facilities, as appropriate, and encourage incorporation of such facilities within privately- developed projects. Poaicy 4.3: Improve citywide awareness of automobile and bicycle safety. Policy 4.4: Encourage use of the bikeway system by providing adequate signage, trail markings,and other amenities. Policy 4.5: Ensure that pedestrian sidewalks, trails, and bikeways are safe environments through the use of crime prevention-oriented trail design features, lighting where appropriate, pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements at at-grade rail crossings, access for emergency vehicles, and links to the roadway signal system. Policy 4.6: Explore opportunities to convert abandoned rail corridors into segments of the City's bikeway and pedestrian trail system. Policy 4.7: Provide ADA accessible sidewalks and pedestrian amenities throughout the City. _., -��=: - -�-.. -��:�: O�rrGE�GErrs� P�x CM-7 - •-_- CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY ��<��=�;: __,.. . Policy 4.8: Expand and maintain an equestrian trail network and provide for appropriate staging areas and infrastructure. Parking Facilities A shortage of parking can cause circulation problems and could lead to a reduction or loss of business activity. Old Towne Orange has been identified as an area of particular concern. As the City develops, providing adequate parking adjacent to other activity centers is increasingly important. GOAL 5.0: Provide adequate parking to meet the needs of activity centers throughout the City. Policy 5.�: Provide adequate parking to protect and support the economic vitality and diversity of Old Towne. Policy 5.z: Plan for and design parking facilities throughout the City that are adequate to meet demand, but also consider land use-parking efficiencies, and the surrounding natural and built environment. Policy 5.3: Encourage adjacent businesses to consolidate parking facilities and access points. Policy 5.4: Encourage well-designed structured parking in commercial areas where such features would be economically feasible, safe, and visually integrated with existing development. Circulation System Aesthetics Streets that have been made or modified to include visual and pedestrian amenities can improve the overall look and feel of City streets, as well as enhancing functionality for all users. As major commercial corridors are beautified and changed to include a pleasant pedestrian environment, this will have positive effects on the feelings of safety and security for pedestrians, bicyclists,and motorists. GOAL 6.0: Provide roadway corridors that are aesthetically pleasing and contribute to a feeling of safety, security, and comfort for motorists, bicyclis"ts, and pedestrians. Policy 6.�: Supply adequate, clear, and correctly placed signage to direct both motorists and non-motorists toward destinations and away from hazards. Policy 6.z: Provide clear indicators in the right-of-way for where pedestrians and bicyclists are encouraged to walk, bike, or cross safely. These may include special paving, line stripes, and crosswalks. Policy 6.3: Provide lighting, landscaping, street trees, and other appropriately scaled streetscape features that accommodate all users on commercial corridors. Where appropriate, lighting should be scaled for autos as well as pedestrians. � _,:��.:�: �<.ti�>�� --�-.�-:�:;�: Oxz�rrGE GEt�� PLarr CM-8 � -�;�-;:�= --��~- - CIRCULATION AND NIOBILITY CIRCULATION & MOBILITY PLAN The objective of the Circulation & Mobility Plan is to document existing transportation facilities in the planning area used for the movement of people and goods. The Element addresses the desired future condition of these facilities, and their relationship to future land uses identified in the Land Use Element. The Plan describes the circulation system, including the arterial network and intersections, the public transit system, bicycle paths, recreation facilities, parking, and railroad operations. The City's circulation network includes an extensive system of roadways, bus transit service, commuter rail, and freight rail. Local Circulation System A well-designed local arterial roadway system that connects to a well-developed regional circulation system provides safe and convenient access to employment, housing, recreation, ' � and commercial areas in Orange. City arterial roadways located on the western side of SR-55 generally follow north-south and east-west orientations. On the eastern side of the freeway, arterials are characterized by curvilinear streets due to undulating geographical surroundings. Key north-south arterials include Tustin Street, Glassell Street, Main Street,and The City Drive. Key east-west arterials include Chapman Avenue, Katella Avenue, Taft Avenue, and parts of La Veta Avenue. These arterial roadways are in turn supported by a network of collector and local streets that provide access to homes and businesses throughout the City. Roadway Classification System The City's roadway network is distinguished by a hierarchical classification system that differentiates roads by size, function, and approximate daily capacity based upon Level of Service D (LOS D). LOS is a qualitative measure that characterizes traffic congestion on a scale of A to F with LOS A representing a free-flow condition and LOS F representing extreme congestion. LOS standards can apply to either intersections or links (a section of street between two intersections). Generally speaking, LOS represents the ability of a roadway or an intersection to accommodate traffic. In the City, intersections are used as actual control points. City roadways consist of both divided and undivided roadways. Divided roadways generally contain a physical barrier or buffer, such as a raised median or a continuous two-way left turn lane, between each direction of travel. Divided roadways remove vehicles making a left turn from the travel lanes so as not to impede through traffic and constrict roadway capacity. Undivided roadways do not contain a buffer between each direction of travel, and therefore left-turning traffic can impede through traffic. Undivided roadways may provide turn rriovement pockets at intersections. The six categories of roadways in Orange are summarized in Table CM-�. Proposed cross-sections for each type of roadway are shown in Figure CM-�. �-�.-=�.�._,�� - - . �:�;_-�: Ox�rrGE4 GErrE� P�rr CM-9 _ ,_,�r��, ;��.,.� CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY .��>- Table CM-� Roadway Ciassifications Classification Facility Type Characteristics Smart Street Smart Street 4-8 lane divided,with possible signal coordination,intersection capacity improvements and�or grade separations Principal Arterial 8 Lane Divided Primarily serves through traffic with limited local access Major Arterial 6 Lane Divided Serves mostly through traffic with some local access allowed Primary Arterial 4 Lane Divided Serves through and local traffic Secondary Arterial 4 Lane Undivided Serves through and local traffic Collector Street z Lane Serves mostly local traffic �:��- �_�:�= :�> _�,��' _.....��=�R. ORarrGE�GErrEx�z P�rr CM-10 ��-�:�-• � ;�,.� CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY �3' ..� 33' _ �10' 23' 10' 5' cm,aAirn'tt Coilector Street , + $6, � .__� _ 43' ,� 43' 35' ,�� Cenlerqne Secondary Arterial 100' 50' 50' 8' 42' 42' 8' � 7 I CeMerime Rs'seC Metlian Oplbnai Primary Arterial 120' 60' 60' 52' 52' 1 '� '� I C�MetW�e Raised Mecian Optionai MaJor Arteriai , 134'(Variable to 144') 67' 67' 8' S9' 59' 8' I �� 7� Center4r.e � Ralsed btedia:i Oplionai Principai Arterial and Smart Street (Variable Cross Section} Figure CM-� Roadway Cross Sections ��:-� �=�= . .,:� ��.��:-�=; Ox�rrGE GErrs� Pr�rr CM-11 �__� � :___,<- CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY The City's policy is to use a link capacity standard of LOS D. The following paragraphs represent link capacities of each roadway type at LOS D. Smart Streets are typically four- to eight-lane roadways with enhanced capacity and smoother traffic flow than standard arterial streets. These streets have enhanced features such as traffic signal synchronization, bus bays, intersection improvements, and the addition of travel lanes by removing on-street parking and consolidating driveways. The traffic carrying capacities of Smart Streets can range from 60,00o to 79,00o vehicles per day, depending on the number of lanes, degree of access control, peak period loading, and the configurations of major intersections. Principal Arterials are typically eight-lane divided roadways with medians or continuous two- way left turn lanes.They can accommodate up to 67,50o vehicles on an average weekday at LOS D conditions, depending on the degree of access control, peak period traffic loadings, and lane configurations at major intersections. Principal arterials prohibit on-street, curbside parking,and connect directly to freeways. Major Arterials are six-lane divided roadways with medians or continuous two-way left turn lanes. They can accommodate up to 50,70o vehicles on an average weekday at LOS D conditions, depending on the degree of access control, peak period traffic loadings, and lane configurations at major intersections. Major arterials facilitate traffic circulation within Orange,and also prohibit on-street,curbside parking. Primary Arterials are four-lane divided roadways with medians or continuous two-way left turn lanes. They can accommodate up to 33,75o vehicles on an average weekday at LOS D conditions, depending on the degree of access control and peak period loadings. Primary Arterials provide for easy circulation in the City, and allow for limited on-street, curbside parking. Secondary Arterials are four-lane undivided roadways without medians. They can accommodate up to z�,600 vehicles on an average weekday at LOS D conditions, depending on the degree of access control and peak period loadings. Secondary arterials allow for on- street,curbside parking. Collector Streets are typically two-lane roadways without medians that gather and distribute traffic to higher-capacity arterials.They can accommodate up to �0,80o vehicles per average weekday at LOS D conditions, depending on the degree of access control and peak period traffic loadings.Centerline striping is typically not provided on collector streets, and on-street parking is allowed. There are several types of two-lane streets in the City, including divided, undivided, residential, and collector streets. Each type serves a slightly different purpose and may have different capacity thresholds based on various factors. Performance Criteria Evaluating the ability of the circulation system to serve residents and businesses in Orange requires establishing performance criteria. PerFormance criteria have a policy component that establishes a desired LOS, and a technical component that specifies how traffic forecast data can be used to measure criteria achievement. �z. ._: �--��>�, _.. .��- ,,�,:��-- �„� �.-.�_��_, ORANGE CsENERAL PLAN CM-12 �=:�-:��; _:-� CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY The LOS definition for intersections is based on a volume-to-capacity(V�C) ratio and provides a more quantitative description of traffic conditions. Table CM-z presents LOS based on traffic volumes and the design capacity of intersections. Table CM-z Level of Service Definitions for Intersections Level of Volume-to-Capacity Service Ratio Description A o.00-0.6o Free Flow�lnsignificant Delays:No approach phase is fully utilized by traffic and no vehicle waits longer than one red indication. B o.6�-0.7o Stable Operation�Minimal Delays: An occasional approach phase is fully utilized.Many drivers feel somewhat restricted within platoons of vehicles. C o.7�-0.8o Stable Operation�Acceptable Delays: Major approach phases fully utilized. Most drivers feel somewhat restricted. D o.8�-0.90 Approaching Unstable�Tolerable Delays: Drivers may have to wait through more than one red signal indication.Queues may develop but dissipate rapidly, without excessive delays. E o.9i-i.00 Unstable Operation�Significant Delays: Volumes at or near capacity. Vehicles may wait through several signal cycles. Long queues form upstream from intersection. F N�A Forced FIow�Excessive Delays: Represents jammed conditions. Intersection operates below capacity with low volumes. Queues may block upstream intersections. Source:Highway Capacity Manual,Transportation Research Board,Special Report No.zo9,Washington DC,z000. Although roadway capacity is generally a function of peak hour intersection performance and the corresponding peak hour volumes, daily arterial segment capacities (link capacities) also provide a measure of the overall LOS of the arterial system. Generally, traffic impact mitigation focuses on peak hour intersection performance, since system performance is typically a function of intersection performance. The City's policy is to use a link capacity standard of LOS D.Table CM-3 presents arterial daily capacities at LOS D and LOS E. Table CM-3 Arterial Daily Capacity Threshold Assumptions Daily Capacity Street Type LOS D LOS E Smart Street—6-to 8-lane divided 7i,�oo 79,000 Principal—8-lane divided 67,500 75,000 Major—6-lane divided 50,700 56,300 Primary—4-lane divided 33,750 37,500 Secondary—4-lane undivided z�,600 z4,000 Collector—z-lane undivided �0,80o iz,000 Source:City of Orange General Plan Update Traftic Report,zoo8. �c�R�-� ��...,, ,._,.,p-. �. ._�. - <. a�-�- ,'�.. -. :._-, Ox�rrGE GErrE� PzArr CM-13 ��,;��; CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY Various LOS policy standards have been established to evaluate observed traffic conditions, future development plans, and circulation system modifications.At the local level,the City of Orange has established LOS D as the lowest acceptable level of service for both roadway segments and peak-hour signalized intersection movements. At the regional planning level, Orange County's Congestion Management Plan (CMP) specifies LOS E as the operating standard for roadways and intersections on the CMP highway system. The CMP Highway System consists of the Orange County smart street network plus the state highway system. Thus, the SR-55 northbound and southbound ramps at Katella Avenue are CMP intersections within the City's jurisdiction. The City does not have an adopted LOS standard for unsignalized intersections. Performance of unsignalized intersections is evaluated on a case- by-case basis. The City has also established additional thresholds for project impacts that go beyond acceptable operational LOS to address direct project impacts to roadway capacity. For purposes of compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), projects that increase V/C by .o� or more on affected roadway segments at intersections already experiencing or projected to experience LOS E or F conditions, are considered to create significant impacts, and mitigation is required. This requirement is designed to reduce the occurrence of both roadway congestion and underfunded improvements, and is implemented within the City of Orange Tra f f ic Impact Analysis Guidelines. In order to maximize the efficiency of its circulation system, the City will look at where physical improvements to the circulation infrastructure can be made to expand capacity and increase traffic flow. To maximize efficiency of the road system, the City will support traffic signal coordination and spacing, and will also discourage on-street parking along arterials. In addition, the City will explore ways to reduce the demand for vehicular transportation, specifically through the provision and maintenance of bike lanes, bikeways, and trails, and will also encourage additional regional transit services and support facilities. The City's Transportation Demand Management (TDM) ordinance (Chapter �0.83 of the Municipal Code) further specifies a variety of techniques available to employers with �oo or more employees to advance the goals of efficiently utilizing the existing and planned transportation system and reducing vehicle emissions. City Master Plan of Streets and Highways Land Use Element policy will allow land use changes and intensification to occur in specific focus areas within the City. The City's Master Plan of Streets and Highways displayed in Figure CM-z has been developed in close coordination with land use policy to ensure that traffic generated by new development will not compromise the City's goal to ensure that intersections and roadway segments operate efficiently. The map identifies components of the City's roadway circulation system. The map also indicates where augmented roads are needed, and pinpoints locations for enhanced intersections, including the future Meats Avenue interchange at SR-55. Although most of Orange is already built out, most remaining developable land is located in the eastern part of the City. New development in east Orange will require construction of new roads to provide circulation and traffic flow to residents and businesses. Land Use Element policies enabling reuse and redevelopment within established portions of the City, particularly within the focus areas, may also necessitate roadway widening and intersection enhancements. The City will continue to collect funds for � � �.k..�-,: -::�:° .�.,w. ��, .�_�.�tc. . ' '�_�-er. .._,.:�-r.c=, ORANGE GENERAI, PI,PN CM-14 �. ;:e,::�-,� :,,�;,,.,�;��;- CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY necessary circulation system capital improvements through a program that sets up a fee structure for all new development and redevelopment projects. This program will require developers to pay their fair share for transportation system improvements required by new projects. The City will use the annual t:; _ seven-year Capital Improvement �' Program (CIP) process to prioritize, s fund, and complete improvements required to achieve build-out of the - proposed roadway system identified in Figure CM-z. Roadway Widening Roadway widening in specific locations __,�._.__._ will be necessary to obtain new travel - ..�., . _. _. _._ �__._. _ _: lanes. Additional travel lanes may be � ° , � - - _ � , � ., ° __ - acquired either by obtaining additional '- - �" � � " rights-of-way as necessary or by constructing new lanes within existing rights-of-way. Parking restrictions may be applied to allow additional lanes to be provided within existing rights-of-way. Old Towne Street Network The Old Towne street network is a clear example of Orange's grid street pattern. Parallel roadways have been established in both the north-south and east-west direction to distribute traffic evenly. The Plaza area at Glassell Street and Chapman Avenue is a unique feature that creates discontinuous traffic flows along these two primary roadways. However, no plans have been made to modify the National Register-listed Historic Plaza to increase its traffic carrying capacity. In light of these conditions, parallel roadways such as Almond Avenue, Palmyra Avenue, Lemon Street, Olive Street, Shaffer Street, Grand Street, Palm Avenue, and Maple Street will continue to serve as local collectors around The Plaza. Metropolitan Drive Extension Extending Metropolitan Drive behind the University of California, Irvine (UCI) Medical Center will help facilitate the movement of north-south traffic near The Block at Orange shopping area, improve access to Interstate 5 (I-5), and relieve congestion on The City Drive. Metropolitan Drive will be extended from The City Drive/State College Boulevard to the Metropolitan Drive/Rampart Street connection. Critical Intersection Program Intersections serve as traffic control points for the circulation system, regulating the flow of vehicles along City streets and sometimes limiting the capacity of the system. 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Department of Public Works standards indicate that a left-turn pocket may or may not be provided, depending on traffic volumes through the intersection. However, one pocket may not be adequate to handle vehicles during peak hours.Traffic may back up into a through travel lane, resulting in congestion at the intersection and at other locations along the roadway. One way of providing additional intersection capacity at critical locations is through the use of special intersection configurations known as "critical intersections." Critical intersections deviate from typical City design standards by increasing the number of lanes at an intersection beyond what typically would be required. By increasing capacity at the intersection,the circulation link increases overall system capacity. The Master Plan of Streets and Highways (Figure CM-z) identifies the locations of critical intersections within Orange. A list of these intersections and diagrams depicting their geometries are on file in the Public Works Department. Regional Roadway System The City's local circulation network is connected to an efficient regional circulation system. Figure CM-z shows the freeways that traverse the Orange planning area. The Santa Ana Freeway (I-5) provides interstate and regional access to the City. In addition, SR-57, SR-55, and SR-zz all provide connections to the City from northern Orange County and neighboring Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County. SR-9� and SR-z4� provide additional, more limited freeway access. SR-z4� is a toll facility controlled by the Transportation Corridor Agency(TCA). I-5 is a northwest-southeast freeway that passes through the southwest corner of the City, and provides direct access to Los Angeles County to the north and San Diego County to the south. I-5 has two interchanges within Orange—one located at its junction with SR-57 and SR-zz (commonly known as the Orange Crush) and the other at State College Boulevard/The City Drive.The junction at the Orange Crush currently has the most severe congestion, which directly affects the roadway system in the City. With projected future growth in Orange and in the region, traffic flow at this junction is expected to worsen. The City will continue to work with and support the efforts of local and regional agencies to mitigate the increased traffic congestion in this area. ' SR-gi is an east-west freeway that provides access to key arterial facilities in Orange, including interchanges at Tustin Street and Glassell Street. SR-9� also provides regional access through interchanges with SR-55 and SR-57 and SR-z4�. SR-zz is an east-west freeway that crosses through the southern portion of the City. Five SR- zz interchanges are located in the City, at Tustin Street, Glassell Street, Main Street/La Veta Avenue, Bristol Street, and The City Drive. SR-55 is a north-south freeway that passes through the center of Orange, and provides access to the coastal communities of Orange County. SR-55 has four interchanges in Orange, �M:y�� -�-,�=�: �..� _,�,,.�-,�=�= Ox�rreE GErrEx� Pr�rr GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) CM-17 ....� --.:-- - CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY K, «,.1.:n�;� �y� located at Lincoln Avenue, Katella Avenue, Chapman Avenue, and SR-zz. An additional future interchange at Meats Avenue is contemplated within this General Plan. SR-57 is a north-south freeway that originates at the junction of I-5 and SR-zz and extends to San Dimas in Los Angeles County. It provides access for the eastern parts of Los Angeles County, and central and northern parts of Orange County. SR-57 has three interchanges in Orange,at Chapman Avenue,Orangewood Avenue, and the junctions of I-5 and SR-zz. The Eastern Transportation Corridor (SR-z4�) is a north-south toll facility located in the eastern portion of the planning area. This facility provides direct access to east Orange. SR- z4� has three toll lanes in each direction and provides regional access through an interchange at Santiago Canyon Road. Consistency with County Master Plan of Arterial Highways Maintaining consistency with the County's Master Plan of Arterial Highways (MPAH) is required in order to ensure that the City's circulation system develops in a manner that promotes regional mobility. At a practical level, consistency is also required in order for the City to receive transportation funding under Measure M.Orange's Master Plan of Streets and Highways(Figure CM-z)is generally consistent with the MPAH. While the City's Master Plan of Streets and Highways has been consistent with the County MPAH to maintain funding eligibility, both the City of Orange and OCTA have the goal of a realistic and implementable MPAH. In keeping with this spirit, in zo�o as a follow up to adoption of this General Plan, the City worked with OCTA on amendments to the MPAH and Master Plan of Streets and Highways that downgraded the long-standing classification of Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street from 4-lane Primary Arterials to z-lane Collector Streets, and removed the Critical Intersection classification of the Plaza. A remaining desire of the City is to work with OCTA to downgrade La Veta Avenue between Glassell Street and Cambridge Street from a Secandary Arterial to a Collector Street to reflect physical constraints related to historic buildings and features in the Old Towne National Register Historic District. To initiate the MPAH amendment process, a local agency must submit a written request to OCTA describing the amendment requested and provide documentation to support tlie basis for the request. A copy of the request must be submitted concurrently to the City Managers of adjoining cities. For the facilities under consideration, this would require a letter to be forwarded to the City of Santa Ana. Once the initial request is forwarded to OCTA, a conference between the City of Orange, OCTA, and potential affected jurisdictions is held to determine whether mutual agreement exists for the MPAH amendment. If mutual agreement exists, then Orange is expected to proceed with adopting this revision to the Circulation & Mobility Element. Upon adoption, the City of Orange would submit the Circulation & Mobility Element to OCTA and request OCTA Board approval of the Orange County MPAH amendment. , _.>>.-� ��: s-�: _ �`�:� Oxr.rrGE GErrExAz P�rr CM-1H GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) ��,;�-;,:_ ,. CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY Public Transportation Effective regional transportation strategies are required to successfully implement City and County plans for accommodating future growth. Such strategies must link the City of Orange with other regional employment and commercial centers, as well as airports and other transportation hubs, and should fully integrate alternatives to the automobile. Alternative modes of transportation, including public transportation, bicycling, and walking, are important components of a comprehensive circulation system. These modes of transportation also help reduce air pollution and road congestion. Public transportation plays a key role in future land use development and mobility. As the roadway system reaches capacity, alternative modes of transportation provide additional capacity as well as an enhanced degree of mobility for residents, workers, and visitors. Existing services are expected to continue while enhancements, many of them currently in the planning stages, will increase the viability of alternative modes of travel. The integration into the circulation system of alternative modes of transportation, such as bus, rail, bicycle, and pedestrian, is essential to maximizing mobility opportunities for residents, workers, and visitors. Bus Service OCTA provides public bus service for the City of Orange. In addition, the Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) provides long-distance service between The Village at Orange and the Downtown Terminal in Riverside. Table CM-4 identifies local bus routes that connect various activity centers in Orange to each other and to the region. Table CM-5 shows the different community,station link,and inter-or intra-County routes that serve Orange. Community routes are express bus routes that provide faster connections to activity centers within and outside Orange County. Station link shuttles provide services between the Orange Transportation Center(OTC) and Orange. Both community and station link routes operate only at peak commuter times. In addition to the fixed-route service, OCTA also offers several types of specialized community transportation services, such as standard service (curb-to-curb service), door-to- door service, subscription service, and same-day taxi service. Some of these services cater to senior citizens and people with disabilities residing in the City. OCTA has forecast bus ridership to increase by approximately 75 percent by zo3o. Some of this ridership increase will be the result of enhanced services, including express bus routes and introduction of bus rapid transit service. Much of the increase will be driven by increased arterial and freeway congestion levels in conjunction with improved local bus service. OCTA is planning to introduce bus rapid transit (BRT) services by zo�i on the Bristol Street-State College Boulevard, Harbor Boulevard, and Westminster Avenue corridors.This service would include planned BRT stops in Orange on State College Boulevard south of Orangewood Avenue and on The City Drive south of Chapman Avenue. With the projected success of this service, which is comparable to the Los Angeles Metro Rapid service, it is likely that BRT will be implemented on other key corridors. Corridors that have been considered for potential future application include Katella Avenue. �_��°,�:-�: :y: - -._ � ��r; O�xGE GEr�� P�rr CNI-19 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) _�. ._� CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY Convenient, accessible, frequent, and easy-to-use public transit is a cornerstone element of the proposed land use plan. Planned mixed-use residential and commercial areas and intensified commercial and professional office corridors must be coupled with increases in transit service. Orange's land use plan features mixed-use districts that strategically concentrate population density near alternative transit facilities, such as the OTC in Old Towne, transit hubs at The Block at Orange and South Main Street, and the future Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station in Anaheim near the City's western boundary at Katella Avenue. Table CM-4 Local Bus Routes Route# Route Type Route Service Service Corridors Key Orange Activity Centers Served z4 Local Fullerton-Orange Malvern Ave.� The Village at Orange Chapman Ave.� Lincoln Park and Ride Tustin St.. 4z Local Orange-Seal Beach Lincoln Ave./ The Village at Orange Los Alamitos Blvd.� Lincoln Park and Ride Seal Beach Blvd. 46 Local Los Alamitos-Orange Ball Rd.� The Village at Orange Taft Ave. Lincoln Park and Ride 47 Local Brea-Newport Beach Brea Blvd.� Theo Lacy Jail Anaheim Blvd./ Orangewood Children's Home Fairview St. UCI Medical Center The Block at Orange 5o Local Long Beach-Orange Katella Ave. The Village at Orange Lincoin Park and Ride 53 Local Brea-Irvine Main St. Batavia lndustrial Parks Children's Hospital-CHOC St.Joseph's Hospital OCTA Offices 54 Local Garden Grove—Orange Chapman Ave. Orange Civic Center Orange Transportation Center The Plaza UCI Medical Center The Block at Orange Rancho Santiago Community College 56 Local Garden Grove—Orange Garden Grove Bivd. Orange Transportation Center OCTA Offices Children's Hospital—CHOC St.Joseph's Hospital 57 Local Brea-Newport Beach State College Blvd.� The Block at Orange Bristol St. UCI Medical Center Theo Lacy Jail Orangewood Children's Home 59 Local Brea-Irvine Kraemer Blvd.� Orange Transportation Center Glassell St.� Chapman University Grand Ave.� Orange Plaza Von Karman Ave. .�.,.,_ . , _ :._� ._�:.:"'�-;s�:�: ,�S"a� � Ox�rrGE GErrE� P�rr CM—ZO GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) e��^ --�:�-;k>r �-r:,�: � CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY „ Table CM-4 Local Bus Routes Route# Route Type Route Service Service Corridors Key Orange Activity Centers Served 7t Local Yorba Linda-Balboa Tustin St.� The Village at Orange Red Hill Ave.� Lincoln Park and Ride Newport Blvd. Source:Orange County Transportation Authority,zoo6 Table CM-5 Community,Station Link,Intra-and Inter-County Bus Routes Route# Route Route Service Service Corridors Key Orange Activity Centers Served Type �3t Community Yorba Linda-Orange Lakeview Ave./ The Village at Orange Riverdale Ave./ Lincoln Park and Ride Tustin St. �47 Community Brea-Santa Ana Raiit St.� UCI Medical Center Greenville St.� The Block at Orange Fairview St. OCTA Offices St.Joseph's Hospital Children's Hospital-CHOC i67 Community Anaheim-Irvine Santiago Blvd./ The Village at Orange Hewes St./ Lincoln Park and Ride Bryan Ave. 453 Station Link Orange Transportation Chapman Ave.� Orange Transportation Center Center -St.Joseph's Hospital Main St.� Children's Hospital-CHOC La Veta Ave. St.Joseph's Hospital OCTA Offices 454 Station Link Orange Transportation Chapman Ave.� Orange Transportation Center Center -The Block at Orange Metropolitan Dr. UCI Medical Center The Block at Orange Bergen Brunswig Nexus zt3 Intra County Brea-Irvine Express SR-55 Lincoln Park and Ride The Village at Orange 757 Inter County Diamond Bar SR-57 UCI Medical Center -Santa Ana Express The Block at Orange RTA t49 Inter County Riverside-Orange SR-9t The Village at Orange (Operated by RTA) Downtown Riverside Source:Orange County Transportation Authority and Riverside Transit Agency,zoo6. The City recognizes that ridership of both the bus and rail transit systems will increase, and has designed a land use plan that both enables and accommodates increased transit use. A large part of the City's role in accommodating additional transit use includes providing convenient and attractive transit amenities and streetscape features that improve user ��=:�-:-��:=�� r.w __.,_ .�-.,�: ORPNGE GENEI2AL PT.AN CM-21 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) ^",�� - µ CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY comfort and perception of safety, thus encouraging transit use. Transit-oriented Development (TOD) design features will be encouraged in major commercial and employment areas within the City, such as the Town and Country Road corridor, South Main Street, Katella Avenue, Uptown Orange, and Old Towne. Such TOD features may consist of streetscape measures such as bus turn-outs, benches, trash receptacles, shelters from wind and rain, and lighting. TOD features may also be more fundamental to the permitted uses and design within projects, such as incorporating child care centers, convenience stores, or personal services within the retail component of mixed-use projects, or near professional office concentrations. These and other measures help to make the transit system more accessible to a wide range of people. The City will continue to work with OCTA to pursue expanded community circulators, such as the current Station Link service, that will connect people to rail transit, employment centers, residential areas, and commercial corridors. Additional options, such as jitney services that function as group taxis,will also be explored. The City will also continue to support OCTA initiatives and services that promote the mobility of Orange's senior, disabled, and youth populations. To accommodate the needs of these groups, the City will continue to work with OCTA to offer para-transit services, and will seek ways to improve mobility for Orange youth through transit. The City of Orange will continue to cooperate with OCTA and other regional providers to establish new bus routes and stops, and to provide transit amenities. New subdivision plans will be reviewed by OCTA to assess impacts on bus services, and to examine the need to provide bus stops or bays. Orange will also work with OCTA to maintain and, if needed, expand successful transfer stations in Old Towne, the Village at Orange, and The Block at Orange. Rail Transit Many current passenger and commuter fixed-rail transit options in the City will be expanded in the future, offering significant alternatives to automobile transit for many individuals who commute to or from the City for housing or employment. Rail transit now has a proven track record in Orange, and Metrolink seeks to expand rail services in support of land use transformations near current and future rail stations. Metrolink Metrolink operates seven commuter rail lines in Southern California, two of which pass through Orange. The Orange County Line offers direct connections to Union Station in Los Angeles to the north and to Oceanside to the south. The Inland Empire—Orange County Line provides direct connections to Riverside/San Bernardino to the east and San Juan Capistrano to the south. Roughly 3o Metrolink trains pass through the City on a daily basis. The Metrolink station in Orange is located three blocks from The Plaza at the OTC, close to a variety of stores and civic uses in Old Towne. Amtrak and Metrolink operate a cooperative program called "Rail-z-Rail", which allows all Metrolink monthly pass holders to use Amtrak within the limits specified on the pass. ,.�. � �� .�. ��-��u:; _-. ._:� __, Ox�srGE GErrEx� Pzarr GM-22 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) _ { .-*��:�> ,_,- CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY Another much-anticipated rail service improvement is intra-county rail service along the County's core transit torridor. This service, which will be provided by Metrolink on behalf of OCTA, is an attempt to provide intra-county trips with a high degree of reliability. This 30- minute service is planned to operate between the Irvine Transportation Center(and possibly Laguna Niguel) and the Fullerton Transportation Center throughout the day to supplement Metrolink's peak period commuter service. The City recognizes that plans to increase daily service on the current Metrolink lines, improvements to the OTC, and future expansion of Metrolink services to new destinations would be beneficial to Orange by providing multi-modal transportation options for people living and working in the community,thus reducing auto dependence for business and leisure purposes. Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center The Platinum Triangle, which borders Angel Stadium in the City of Anaheim, proposes a variety of high-density multiple-family high-rise housing, office space, and commercial uses. The Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) is located adjacent to the proposed development, between Angel Stadium and the Honda Center.ARTIC will be a major regional transportation center similar in scale to Union Station in Los Angeles and Ontario International Airport in Ontario. The intermodal center will be a stopping point for Amtrak, Metrolink, buses, and future high- speed rail systems that connect to Ontario Airport, Las Vegas,and the Bay Area. The City of Orange will coordinate with the City of Anaheim, OCTA, and others to ensure that the City is able to take full advantage of the regional mobility benefits offered by ARTIC. Potential benefits offered to the City by ARTIC include: ■ BRT service along Katella Avenue; ■ a dynamic mixed-use commercial and residential center at the westernmost end of Katella Avenue;and ■ bicycle and pedestrian connections to the Santa Ana River. Cali fornia High Speed Rail Corridor The California High-Speed Rail Authority was established as a state agency in �996 to direct the planning, design, construction, and operation of a future high-speed train system extending from Sacramento, San Francisco, and Oakland in the north to Los Angeles and San Diego in the south. This high-speed train is proposed to stop at ARTIC. OCTA estimates that by zoz5, the California High Speed Rail Corridor will serve between i5o,000 and z3o,000 passengers each week. ..� -.:'-•-"_�-�".�.:-` - -+ ... __�.__ ��: O�r.rrGE GErrExr.� PT.AN CM-23 GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) _`� �w=� .�_.,.� CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY r� Magnetic Levitation Train A magnetic levitation train is being planned that would connect Anaheim to Ontario, Victorville, Barstow, Primm, and Las Vegas. The �alifornia-Nevada Super Speed Train (SST) will use Magnetic Levitation Systems(Maglev), a type of transportation technology that uses electric power and non-contact electromagnetic levitation to sustain speeds in excess of 300 mph. The trip from ARTIC to Las Vegas on the California-Nevada SST will take about go minutes, with an estimated 40.4 million annual riders.A key future benefit offered by the Maglev train is a high-speed connection to Ontario International Airport, which is planned to grow substantially and to expand international service in coming decades. The City will support efforts of the California High-Speed Rail Authority,OCTA, and Southern California Association of Governments to construct these important rail corridors, and will cooperate with all parties involved in any future studies conducted to examine the noise and other impacts associated with the corridors within Orange. Sidewalks , Trails and Bikeways Walking and biking contribute to a healthy community, and play increasingly significant roles as alternatives to the automobile. The City recognizes this by providing and maintaining sidewalks,trails,and bikeways to support pedestrians and cyclists. Pedestrian Facilities In addition to providing basic transportation routes, sidewalks and pathways offer the opportunity to create appealing public spaces that reflect community pride and invite people to walk. Proposed mixed-use areas and reinvigorated commercial areas throughout the City will provide new and reinvented spaces for people to walk and shop. Walkability and access are essential components of a circulation system that easily and specifically accommodates pedestrians. Features that contribute to walkability include wide sidewalks, safe street crossings, design elements that encourage cautious driving, and a pleasant and safe walking environment. Sidewalks, walkways, well-designed pedestrian crossings, pathways, and pedestrian short-cuts allow people to get from one destination point to another with ease. Dedicated pedestrian paths can provide access between residential and activity areas, especially if streets do not connect.Access strategies for school children, seniors, and people with disabilities should also be incorporated into street and sidewalk plans.The City supports proactive integration of pedestrian improvements and amenities within the circulation system to improve walkability. The City will create and implement a pedestrian-oriented streetscape master plan addressing key commercial corridors, including Tustin Street, Chapman Avenue, Main Street, Lincoln Avenue, and Katella Avenue. The master plan will address all functional aspects of the pedestrian environment. It will identify pedestrian links that need improvement and strengthening, determine new pedestrian links to underserved areas, ensure adequate sidewalk widths to accommodate lighting and street trees, develop sidewalks in the industrial area that create links between bus stops, encourage safe routes to schools and recreation facilities,and minimize barriers to pedestrian and bicycle access. �°�:-�;°��- :�-; �.�'��--��= OxaxGE GErrE� Pr�x �-2Q GPA 2010-0001 (8/10/10) �, .,..�_�. - CIRCULATION AND MOBILITY � Recreational Trails and Bikeways A comprehensive network of recreational trails and bikeways greatly benefits Orange residents and visitors by providing popular modes of transportation for recreation. In addition to recreation activities, the City also supports walking and bicycling as viable commute alternatives to the automobile. The City's plan for recreational trails and bikeways is shown in Figure CM-3. The plan includes trails maintained by the County and private homeowners associations, and is consistent with the OCTA Commuter Bikeways Strategic Plan. It is also consistent with the County's major riding and hiking trails and off-road paved bikeways. As described in the Vision for the Future, tl�e plan will enable the City to connect parks to activity centers and residential areas using a combination of recreational trails and bikeways that truly allows people to travel from place to place within the City without needing an automobile. Recreational Trails As shown in Figure CM-3, over 7o miles of existing recreational trails are located within the City, connecting a large number of neighborhoods and community parks. In addition, io4 miles of proposed future trails are planned throughout Orange on land currently utilized for a variety of purposes, including flood control,railroad rights-of-way, and roadways. The City will use the annual seven-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process to prioritize,fund, and build proposed trail segments identified in Figure CM-3.These trails have been and will continue to be constructed and administered through cooperative efforts of the City, County,developers, and private homeowner associations. Desired cross-sections for recreational trails are identified in Figure CM-4. The City may require construction of portions of proposed trails identified in Figure CM-3 as a condition of development approval for projects located adjacent to the proposed trail alignments. Funding for recreational trails and associated restoration projects comes from a variety of federal, state,and regional sources. Priority for funding of trail improvements will be given to projects that complete loops within the system, provide missing links for regional and local trail systems, or serve as destination links to schools, parks, retail businesses, or regional trails. Priorities for the recreational trail system include: ■ trail connections to the Santiago Oaks Regional Park extension west of Cannon Street, consisting of a connection between Calle Grande and Cannon Street,and the Jamestown trail from the Orange Park Acres equestrian arena to Cannon Street; ■ trail connection from Serrano Avenue near Fred Barrera Park to Santiago Oaks Regional Park; ■ Mabury Ranch Trail connection from the proposed Cerro Villa Park to the Santiago Oaks Regional Park; ■ Serrano Avenue connection near Cannon Street; and ■ Additional trail connection into Santiago Oaks Regional Park from Orange Park Acres. -.��.� � �� - __ �=�� ;�,-„� ORI�NGE GENERA2� PLAN CM-25 cPA 2oio-000i �s/io/lo)