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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12 2025 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORTDocusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191E MEETING DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: SUMMARY: Agenda Item 12 Reviewed: a`V� AGENDA REPORT City Manager Finance Director J MARCH 17, 2026 ALDO E. SCHINDLER, CITY MANAGER ALEXA SMITTLE, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 2025 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT California Government Code Section 65400 requires all jurisdictions prepare an annual report on the status of their respective General Plans and progress in implementing various elements, with particular emphasis on the Housing Element and progress towards the regional housing needs allocation. The attached 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report covers activities from January 1—December 31, 2025 for the City of Tustin, and includes the Housing Element Annual Progress Report as an appendix. The 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report will be submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation consistent with State reporting requirements. On March 10, 2026, the Planning Commission received and filed the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report. The report is now being presented to the City Council for its consideration. RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receive and file the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report and authorize staff to submit the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report to the California Housing and Community Development Department and Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. FISCAL IMPACT: There is a positive fiscal impact associated with this item as submitting the Report to the State is not only generally required but also enables the City to receive certain grants from the State. CORRELATION TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN: This action correlates to the City's Strategic Plan as follows: Goal A — Economic and Neighborhood Development, in that the report tracks progress on housing production, major development projects, and land use implementation actions that advance economic vitality and neighborhood quality; Goal D — Strong Community and Regional Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E City Council Agenda Report 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report March 17, 2026 Page 2 Relationships, in that the report documents interagency coordination, community engagement, and compliance with State and regional housing mandates; and Goal E - Organizational Excellence and Customer Service, in that the preparation and submission of the report reflects the City's commitment to high -quality, timely service delivery and compliance with State law. BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION: The attached 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (Report) serves as a comprehensive summary of the City's General Plan implementation activities and Housing Element progress during the 2025 calendar year. The Report broadly communicates progress towards meeting the objectives of the various General Plan elements (Land Use, Circulation, etc.), including major development projects and key actions and programs, with additional focus on reporting activities relevant to the Housing Element such as progress towards the City's Regional Housing Needs Allocation. A summary of the year's activities may be found in the attached Planning Commission staff report (Attachment 3). This Report fulfills the City's statutory obligations under Government Code Section 65400, and upon authorization by the City Council, will be submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. Alexa Smittle Community Development Director �orf, 64Ad,o",b Jorge Maldonado Senior Planner Attachments: Jay Eastman, AICP Assistant Director - Planning 1. 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report 2. 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report 3. Planning Commission Staff Report - March 10, 2026 X2. { 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report Tustin City Council 03/03/2026 Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191E TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION........................................................................................... STATE LAW COMPLIANCE................................................................................ GENERAL PLAN PROGRESS........................................................................................................ ............................................................3 ............................................................4 ......................................................6 Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E INTRODUCTION California State law requires each jurisdiction to adopt and maintain a comprehensive, long-term General Plan to guide its physical development and related planning activities. The General Plan serves as the City of Tustin's blueprint for future growth and development and provides the policy framework for land use and public investment decisions. The City of Tustin (City) adopted its first General Plan in 1966. Since that time, the Plan has been amended periodically to respond to changes in State law, community priorities, and local conditions. The Tustin General Plan is comprised of the following elements: Land Use, Housing, Conservation/Open Space/Recreation, Noise, Circulation, Public Safety, and Growth Management. The current General Plan was comprehensively amended and adopted in January 2001 and has since been updated through targeted amendments, including revisions in 2001, 2002, 2009, 2013, and most recently, the adoption of the 6th Cycle Housing Element on October 4, 2022. The 6th Cycle Housing Element was subsequently certified by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on October 10, 2022. There are no comprehensive amendments to the General Plan Elements currently in process. Pursuant to Government Code Section 65400(b), the City must prepare and submit this General Plan Annual Progress Report (Report) to the City Council, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), and the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI). The Report summarizes (a) the City's progress in implementing the General Plan, (b) progress toward meeting regional housing needs, and (c) the status of General Plan compliance with State guidelines. This Report covers activities occurring between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025, and highlights key projects, programs, and actions undertaken during the reporting period that advance the goals and policies of the General Plan —including adopted ordinances, discretionary actions, capital improvements, and more. The following sections organize these efforts by category and identify how each initiative contributes to the City's long-term planning framework. Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191E STATE LAW COMPLIANCE In addition to summarizing General Plan implementation progress, State law requires cities to report on the degree to which their General Plan complies with the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation's (LCI) General Plan Guidelines. The following section addresses these reporting requirements, including Housing Element progress, environmental justice considerations, collaborative planning related to military lands and facilities, and consultation with tribal communities. The information provided in this Report is consistent with the Annual Progress Report framework established by LCI. State law also requires that certain General Plan elements, including the Housing Element, Safety Element, Circulation Element, Conservation Element, Land Use Element, and Environmental Justice policies, be updated periodically to reflect current conditions and statutory requirements. The City will continue to monitor and implement these requirements. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS The Housing Element is a required component of the City's General Plan and serves as the City's blueprint for addressing the housing needs of all income levels within the community. Unlike the other General Plan elements, it must be updated on a regular schedule and reviewed by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to ensure compliance with State housing law. The Housing Element identifies goals, policies, and programs to conserve, improve, and produce safe and affordable housing in response to changing community needs. A central component of the Housing Element is the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), which assigns each jurisdiction a specific number of housing units to plan for during a defined planning period. The RHNA distributes projected regional housing needs across very low, low, moderate, and above - moderate income categories and serves as the benchmark for measuring local housing production and planning capacity. Table 1 provides a comprehensive overview of the City's progress toward meeting its RHNA obligations by identifying the total number of housing units constructed during each year of the 2021-2029 cycle. Table 1 Progress Towards Meeting 6t" Cycle RHNA 2021-2025 Income Percentage Level M®®M®Nmi® - • Extremely Low Very Low :. ©�1 0 1 •' , Low Income Moderate Income Above ::1®®® Moderate , • ® : 1' Total HCD requires that each jurisdiction prepare an annual report using prescribed forms and definitions. The completed HCD forms are included as Appendix A. Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE According to information from the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), the City of Tustin does have disadvantaged communities as defined by Senate Bill (SB) 535. As the City updates the General Plan, the City will comply with Environmental Justice requirements as required by State law. MILITARY LANDS AND FACILITIES Military lands are located within the City, specifically within the area known as the Tustin Legacy, generally bound by Edinger Avenue to the north, Red Hill Avenue to the west, Barranca Parkway to the south, and Jamboree Road to the east. The City coordinates with State and federal agencies as needed for cleanup and development efforts related to such property. Close coordination occurred for cleanup activities following the 2023 north hangar fire. Efforts were led by the City, with costs reimbursed by the U.S. Department of the Navy, reflecting ongoing interagency coordination related to military lands within Tustin. TRIBAL CONSULTATION The City conducts tribal consultation in accordance with State law (SB 18, AB 52, etc.) as part of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review process. During the 2025 reporting period, the City engaged in consultation with tribal representatives for applicable development projects to identify and protect cultural, archaeological, and tribal resources. Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E GENERAL PLAN PROGRESS The following is a list of the key projects and actions undertaken during the reporting period that advance the goals and policies of the General Plan. The projects are divided into three categories: Housing Projects, Development and Capital Improvement Projects, and Other Actions. Under each project description is a list of goals and their corresponding element that the project furthers. For a complete list of all General Plan Elements and their goals click LU = Land Use Element H = Housing Element C = Circulation Element COSR = Conservation/Open Space/Recreation Element PS = Public Safety Element GM = Growth Management Element N = Noise Element HOUSING PROJECTS ➢ Housing Element Implementation (Rezones and Specific Plan Amendment) (Complete): On January 7, 2025, the City Council adopted rezones and a specific plan amendment for the purpose of increasing housing capacity at sites identified in the Housing Element. Specifically, the affected sites included the Tustin Legacy, the Tustin Market Place, and the Enderle Center. This concluded a yearlong effort that included substantial public engagement and public hearings before the Planning Commission and City Council. Goals: LU-1, LU-2, LU-14, H-1, H-2, H-5 ➢ Cypress Grove (Approved): On December 2, 2025, the City Council approved the demolition of five existing office buildings for the construction of 145 for -sale (market rate) residential condominiums consisting of 62 single-family detached cluster units and 83 single-family attached townhomes at 17852 Seventeenth Street. The Project includes construction of a new Class I off-street bike path on Seventeenth Street, which will enhance connectivity along the Seventeenth Street corridor for pedestrian and bicycle safety, as well as modifications to the existing signalized intersection at North Prospect Avenue and 17th Street. Goals: LU-1, LU-3, LU-4, LU-5, LU-6, H-1, H-5, C-1, C-3 ➢ Bonita Townhomes (Approved): In September 2025, the Planning Commission approved the construction of four three-story condominium units within two townhome buildings on a 0.20- acre lot. Goals: LU-1, LU-3, LU-6, H-1 Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E recreational uses at the Tustin Legacy and provides a series of promenades connecting the community with the larger Tustin Legacy area. The project implements the City's vision and prioritizes high quality architecture, landscaping, walkability, and several modern amenities. The building permit process began mid -year of 2025. Goals: LU-3, LU-4, LU-6, LU-7, LU-14, H-1, H-5 ➢ Compass at Red Hill (Approved): In June 2025, the Planning Commission approved 73 three- story townhomes with four units designated for very low-income households on a 3.39-acre lot. Goals: LU-1, LU-5, LU-8, LU-12, H-1, H-2, H-5, C-1, C-3, C-4, COSR-14, COSR-18 ➢ Stafford Glen by KB Home (Under Construction): On November 21, 2023, the City Council approved 35 residential condominium units and seven live/work units, for a total of 42 units in six buildings, including two affordable units, on approximately two acres. The project also includes common open spaces areas, and a public amenity space fronting El Camino Real. Construction began in 2025, with homeowners beginning to occupy units in Fall 2025. Goals: LU-1, LU-3, LU-5, LU-10, H-1, H-2 ➢ Tustin Heritage (Approved): On May 6, 2025, the City Council approved an 8,700 square -foot three story building containing eight rental units affordable to lower -income families at 1852 San Juan Street. The project was made possible through grant funding from the City of Tustin's Inclusionary Housing Fee Fund in partnership with Families Forward, an Orange County -based non-profit focused on ending homelessness. Goals: LU-1, LU-6, H-1, H-2, H-3, PS-6 DEVELOPMENT AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ➢ Main Street Improvements Project and Old Town Improvements (Under Construction): On July 15, 2025, the City Council approved plans and specifications for the Main Street and Old Town Capital Improvement Project. The project will create a strong gateway into the Downtown Commercial Core Area with enhanced signage and streetscape improvements, including pedestrian and bicycle -friendly elements. Proposed improvements include widening sidewalks, in -pavement illuminated crosswalks, seven (7) parklets, both off-street and on -street bike lanes, street trees, and more. The improvements are funded in part by Assembly Bill 2766, which allocates a portion of fees collected by the Department of Motor Vehicles to local governments for projects that reduce vehicle emissions. The project commenced in December 2025. Goals: LU-3, LU-4, LU-6, LU-10, C-1, C-3, C-8, COSR-1, GM-1, GM-2 Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E ➢ Advantech North America Campus (Under Construction): Construction for the Advantech North America Campus began in 2025. The project consists of a six -story office building, a two story warehouse facility, and 111,000 square feet of landscaping on approximately 10 acres. The project is located at the southeast corner of Red Hill Avenue and Victory Road within the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan. Once complete, the campus will serve as a hub for Advantech's innovative technology solutions, strengthening the company's presence in North America and contributing to local economic growth. Project improvements include a new traffic signal at the intersection of Victory Road and Innovation Drive. Goals: LU-1, LU-2, LU-3, LU-6, LU-7, LU-14 ➢ Armstrong Avenue Pedestrian Bridge (Approved): On August 5, 2025, the City Council approved plans and specifications for the Armstrong Avenue Pedestrian Bridge Project. The project proposes to construct a separate bicycle and pedestrian overcrossing connecting Tustin Legacy Park across Armstrong Avenue. The scope of work also includes new planters, pedestrian railings, and ambient lighting. Goals: LU-3, LU-14, C-1, C-3, C-6, COSR-2, GM-2 ➢ Skilled Nursing Facility (Complete): In January 2025, the Planning Commission approved the establishment and operation of a Skilled Nursing Facility (Specialty Hospital) within existing and vacant medical buildings, totaling approximately 89,000 square feet. The facility accommodates 121 patients and provides 24-hour inpatient care. Goals: LU-1, LU-4, LU-5, LU-7, LU-8, LU-10 ➢ Purchase and Sale Agreement with Mariners Church: In 2025, City Council entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Mariners Church for the sale of approximately 3.32 acres of City -owned property. This action further implements the Reuse Plan for Marine Corps Air Station Tustin and the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan. Goals: LU-14 ➢ Heideman School Park (Approved): The City of Tustin, in collaboration with the Tustin Unified School District (TUSD), received a $5.6 million Statewide Parks Program Grant from the State of California for the design and construction of a new park located at Heideman Elementary. Funds were awarded in 2021, with the design phase continuing through 2025. Goals: LU-1, COSR-14, COSR-16, COSR-17 ➢ Tustin Legacy Linear Park: In August 2023, City Council approved plans and specifications for the Tustin Legacy Linear Park Phase 2 between Armstrong Avenue and Warner Avenue. Construction activities commenced in 2025. Goals: LU-11, LU-13, C-6, COSR-5, COSR-7, COSR-8, COSR-14, COSR-16, COSR-17 OTHER ACTIONS Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E ➢ Objective Design Standards (Complete): On April 15, 2025, City Council amended various sections of Tustin City Code Article 9 (Land Use) Chapter 2 (Zoning) to establish Objective Design Standards for certain multifamily and mixed -use residential projects (Code Amendment 2024-0007). Goals: LU-4, LU-6, LU-10, H-1 ➢ Consolidated Plan (Complete): On April 15, 2025, the City Council approved the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan including the proposed use of Program Year 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds of about $700,000, including grants to non-profit organizations, a home repair program for seniors, and playground renovations at the Tustin Family and Youth Center. Goals: LU-4, LU-5, H-2, H-3, H-4 ➢ Code Amendments: The City undertook various code amendments to increase consistency and ease of use of the Municipal Code. In 2025, code amendments were intended to ensure consistency with state law, establishing streamlined processes, modifications to parking requirements in the Downtown Commercial Core Specific Plan and the Red Hill Avenue Specific Plan, and more. Goals: LU-2, LU-10, LU-12 ➢ City -Owned Vacant Land: In 2025, the City began efforts to find a potential buyer to develop a vacant City -owned property located at the corner of Newport Boulevard and Valencia Avenue to foster local economic activity. The site, which has high visibility from the 55 Freeway, represents a key redevelopment opportunity along a major corridor. Additionally, the City released a competitive offering for approximately 52 acres of real property within Neighborhood E of the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan. Goals: LU-11, LU-14 ➢ Mills Act: In 2025, the City continued the Mills Act Property Tax Abatement Program, which provides property tax incentives for the preservation and maintenance of qualifying historic residential properties pursuant to the City's eligibility criteria and historic resources survey. The program remained active throughout the year, and eligible historic properties continued to participate under existing Mills Act contracts. Goals: H-4, COSR-12 ➢ Certified Local Government (CLG) & Historic and Cultural Resources Advisor (HCRA) Report: In 2025, City staff provided an update and offered training to the Planning Commission on the City's Historic Preservation goals, programs, and ongoing efforts as part of the annual CLG and HCRA reporting process. Goals: H-4, COSR-12 ➢ Historic Register: In 2025, two new properties were added to the City's Historic Register Plaque Program in recognition of the property owners' efforts to maintain and preserve the historic character of their properties. Goal: H-4, COSR-12 Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191E ➢ Southwest Tustin Parking Study: In 2025, City staff initiated a parking study and community outreach in the southwest portions of the City to evaluate existing residential parking conditions in the City's densest neighborhoods. The study was intended to identify challenges regarding residential parking, and suggest potential mitigation actions, and will be presented to the City Council in Spring 2026. Goals: C-1, C-3, CA C-7, C-8 ➢ Historic Preservation Week: City staff hosted an annual week-long program to promote awareness and appreciation of historic buildings and sites throughout the City. The program included outreach and educational efforts highlighting the City's historic resources and preservation initiatives. Goals: COSR-12 ➢ John Wayne Airport (SNA) Noise Report: The City Council received and filed the John Wayne Noise Abatement Quarterly Report covering the first and second quarters of 2025. Goals: N-1 ➢ National Pollutant Elimination System (NPDES): In 2025, continuing a multi -year process, the City installed one (1) automatic retractable screen, and ten (10) connector pipe screens at various catch basins throughout the city, furthering the city's efforts to prevent prohibited discharges into the regional water system. Goals: LU-4, PS-4, COSR-5 ➢ Participation in Orange County Transit Authority Measure M2's (M2) Environmental Mitigation Program: In 2025, the City participated in OCTA's M2 Environmental Program to fund the purchase and installation of full capture trash Best Management Practices (BMPs) to prevent litter and debris from entering the storm drain system. Specifically, the City installed swales and modular wetlands in the Tustin Legacy which enable the City to comply with State and Federal Requirements. Goals: LU-4, PS-4, COSR-5 ➢ Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP): In 2025, the City approved 14 WQMPs. All new development and redevelopment projects are required to submit Water Quality Management Plans to ensure stormwater runoff pollution prevention and abatement are in place. Goals: LU-4, PS-4, COSR-5 ➢ WQMP Inspections: In 2025, the City inspected 44 locations that had an approved WQMP. In conjunction with the Water Quality Control Ordinance and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Public Works conducted 85 Water Quality inspections on commercial and industrial sites throughout the City. Goals: LU-4, PS-4, COSR-5 Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E ➢ Household Hazardous Waste: The City encourages residents to utilize the County's free Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) facilities to dispose of Electronic Waste, Universal Waste, Household Chemicals, Paints and Pesticides. The City's waste hauler collects certain materials for free and others for a fee. The City also conducts two free HHW collection events for residents each year. In 2025, a total of 9,310 pounds of material was collected at the events held in May and November. The types of materials collected at the annual collection event were expanded in 2019, resulting in a significant increase in the amount of material collected. Goals: COSR-10, PS-4, LU-4 ➢ Public Education and Outreach for Waste Management: The City continued to meet with its waste hauler, CR&R, regularly to coordinate efforts on maximizing material diversion in Tustin, including direct outreach and site visits. The City continued its usage of the City's social media channels to disseminate information and tips to residents about curbside recycling, curbside organics recycling, details on the accepted material in each stream, tips to keep the organics cart fresh, how to dispose of recyclables correctly, and a residential recycling program survey. Goals: COSR-10, PS-4, LU-4 ➢ "Keep Tustin Clean" Program: In 2025, the Parks and Recreation Department implemented the "Keep Tustin Clean" Program at the Tustin Family Youth Center. Staff lead children and adult volunteers on a neighborhood -wide cleanup effort. The program runs once a month on Wednesday afternoons, picking up trash in different neighborhoods of Southwest Tustin. After the cleanup is completed, yard signs are left with more information about the program. Goals: LU-4, COSR-16 ➢ Special Events Held in Old Town Tustin: In 2025, the Parks and Recreation Department coordinated with the Community Development and Public Works Departments to support and host a variety of events benefiting local nonprofits and businesses in the Old Town Tustin area. These events included the 18th Annual Old Town Tustin Art Walk, the Tustin Sunset Market held on the third Thursday of each month, the Orange County Book Fair, and the annual Tustin Tree Lighting Event. Goals: LU-10, COSR-18 ➢ Updated the 2025-27 Police Department Strategic Plan: In November 2025, the Tustin Police Department presented a strategic plan for the 2025-2027 period to the City Council. The core areas of focus included community engagement and trust; crime reduction and public safety; organizational excellence and accountability; workforce development and wellness; and technology and innovation. Goals: PS-6 ➢ Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) Annual Report: On March 25, 2025, City staff completed the annual Monitoring and Mitigation Reporting Program (MMRP) report for Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E the Tustin Legacy Specific Plan, documenting compliance with adopted mitigation measures and ongoing environmental commitments. Goals: LU-1, LU-3, LU-4, LU-5, LU-6, LU-7, LU-14, H-1, H-5 ➢ Senior Center: In 2025, the Parks and Recreation Department made several updates to the Tustin Area Senior Center. New vinyl tile flooring was installed in both lobbies, the Art Gallery, and the lounge, replacing the previous carpet and significantly refreshing these high -use spaces. The new fully enclosed front desk, designed to increase safety for volunteers, includes an additional workstation to accommodate staff or volunteers during peak hours, and features an ADA-compliant service area to better assist seniors and others with mobility needs. Goals: COSR-17 ➢ Park Maintenance: In 2025, Parks and Recreation staff worked with the Community Services Commission to update the Seven -Year Capital Improvement Program to guide future park investments and conducted two sports field allocation cycles to ensure equitable field use among local youth programs. The City celebrated the opening of its first dog park, the Bark Barracks at Tustin Legacy Park, featuring dedicated areas for large and small dogs and a variety of supporting amenities. Additionally, Centennial Park reopened following significant improvements, including renovated restrooms, upgraded landscaping and irrigation, new recreational amenities, and enhanced playground and fitness facilities. Goals: COSR-14 Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E ATTACHMENT 2 HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT (Please click here to access file Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191E AGENDA REPORT ITEM °2 MEETING DATE: MARCH 10, 2026 TO: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT SUBJECT: 2025 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT SUMMARY: California Government Code Section 65400 requires all jurisdictions to prepare an annual report on the status of the General Plan and progress in implementing its various elements, with particular emphasis on the Housing Element and progress towards the regional housing needs allocation (RHNA). The attached 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (GP APR) covers activities from January 1 to December 31, 2025 for the City of Tustin (City), and includes the Housing Element Annual Progress Report (HE APR) as an appendix. The GP APR/HE APR will be submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) consistent with State reporting requirements. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Planning Commission receive and file the report. DISCUSSION: The attached GP APR is intended to serve as the City's consolidated annual reporting document for General Plan implementation and Housing Element progress. This staff report is intentionally brief to avoid duplicating the GP APR's narrative, tables, and required reporting forms. While the Community Development Department is generally considered the General Plan's administrator, as shown in the GP APR, support for General Plan policies spans across Departments. For 2025, the report is organized into four primary sections: Introduction, Housing Elemenl Progress (including RHNA tracking and required HE APR forms/appendix), Major Projects, and General Plan Progress (summarizing key actions and programs across elements). Notable items covered in the GP APR include the following high-level highlights: Housing Element / RHNA progress (2021-2025): The GP APR provides the City's cumulative progress toward RHNA by income category and summarizes annual Docusign Envelope ID: A07665AE-FOOC-47ED-8EB4-FE8E2F62191 E Planning Commission March 10, 2026 Page 2 production for 2025. (Detailed tables and HCD-required forms are included in the GP APR/appendix.) • Housing Element implementation actions: The report summarizes Housing Element rezones and a specific plan amendment adopted on January 7, 2025, to increase housing capacity at Housing Element sites (including a yearlong public process). • Major development projects: The GP APR highlights several significant residential projects and related approvals in 2025, including the Tustin Heritage affordable housing project, the Irvine Company at Tustin Legacy (including affordable housing and a publicly accessible park), and Cypress Grove. • Mobility and placemaking capital projects: The GP APR summarizes Council actions advancing projects such as the Main Street/Old Town streetscape improvements and the Armstrong Avenue Pedestrian Bridge, which includes pedestrian and bicycle connectivity enhancements. • Implementation tools and ordinances: The report identifies adoption of Objective Design Standards for certain multifamily and mixed -use residential projects, along with additional code amendments undertaken in 2025 to improve consistency and align the Municipal Code with State law. • Interagency coordination, compliance, and programs: The GP APR notes ongoing coordination related to military lands (including cleanup efforts) and summarizes compliance/programmatic items (e.g., tribal consultation, grants/programs, environmental compliance activities) that supports implementation across General Plan elements. Respectfully submitted, Alexa Smittle Community Development Director JbrfdG A4Ah"Jh Jorge Maldonado Senior Planner Jay Eastman Assistant Community Development Director Attachments: 1. 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report A. 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report