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STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) RESOLUTION NO. 3951
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE )
CITY OF SAN JACINTO )
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN JACINTO, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE AMENDED
6th CYCLE “2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT” OF THE
CITY’S GENERAL PLAN
WHEREAS, the California Government Code requires that cities review and
update their Housing Elements every eight (8) years, according to a schedule set forth by
the State Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”); and
WHEREAS, the Housing Element sets forth the housing policies for the City,
facilitates the preservation and development of housing, and establishes programs to
accommodate the City's share of the regional housing needs in Southern California; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Jacinto (“City”) has been assigned an allocation of
3,392 new housing units as its share of the regional housing needs assessment (“RHNA”)
in Southern California; and
WHEREAS, the City Council previously adopted the 6th Cycle “2021-2029 Housing
Element” on February 2, 2022; and
WHEREAS, in connection with the City’s adoption of the General Plan 2040
pursuant to Resolution No. 3950, the City desires to adopt an amended 6 th Cycle “2021-
2029 Housing Element”; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with California Government Code Sections 65580 to
65589.8, the City has prepared a draft amended Housing Element for the 6th Cycle
covering the 2021-2029 planning period (the “Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-
2029)”), which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this
reference; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Government Code Section 65583, the City finds
that the Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029) complies with the duty to
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing; and
WHEREAS, the Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029) complies with
the requirements of state law and conforms to the purposes, intent and provisions of all
the Elements of the City's General Plan 2040; and
WHEREAS, on February 7, 2022, pursuant to Government Code section
65585(b)(1), the City submitted the draft Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-
2029) to the HCD; and
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WHEREAS, HCD must review and provide comments on the draft Amended 6th
Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029) and the City must update draft Amended 6th Cycle
Housing Element (2021-2029) in response to those comments in order to comply with
state housing law; and
WHEREAS, the City gave notice of the public hearing at which the project would
be considered by the Planning Commission by publishing a notice in a newspaper of
general circulation on October 14, 2022; and
WHEREAS, on October 25, 2022, the Planning Commission of the City conducted
a public hearing for the purpose of considering the Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element
(2021-2029) and the Planning Commission reviewed a public review draft for purposes
of providing review and program recommendations to staff and adopted a resolution
recommending the City Council adopt the Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-
2029) inclusive of revisions necessary to comply with state housing law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has duly considered all evidence, including the
testimony of the City’s consultant, interested parties, and the evaluation and
recommendations by staff, presented at said hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of San Jacinto hereby finds,
determines, and resolves as follows:
SECTION 1. The recitals set forth above are true and correct and are incorporated
into this Resolution by this reference.
SECTION 2. The City Council has certified the Final EIR pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act and adopted Findings of Fact and a Statement of Overriding
Considerations for the General Plan 2040. The City Council hereby incorporates by
reference, as if fully set forth herein, the Resolution certifying the Final EIR and adopting
the Findings of Fact, and Statement of Overriding Considerations for the General Plan
2040.
SECTION 3. The City Council, based upon substantial evidence in the record,
hereby makes the following findings in support of the adoption of the Amended 6th Cycle
Housing Element (2021-2029):
A. Finding: The Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029) is
consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan 2040.
Fact: The Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029) is a state-
mandated Element of the City’s General Plan. California state legislation requires that the
Housing Element be updated every eight years to adequately plan for the City’s housing
needs. The Housing Element identifies sites that can accommodate the City's RHNA
obligation. As such, the Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029) is consistent
with the goals and policies of the General Plan 2040.
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B. Finding: State law requires the adoption of a Housing Element as part of
the General Plan of each municipality and said element shall be updated every eight
years.
Fact: The Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029) is being
adopted in conjunction with the City’s General Plan 2040. The City has complied with the
state mandate to update its Housing Element for the 2021 -2029 planning period and to
adopt a Housing Element as part of the City’s General Plan.
C. Finding: As required by state law during the preparation of an amendment
to the Housing Element, the planning agency has provided opportunities for the
involvement of citizens, public agencies, civic, educational, and other community groups,
though public hearing and other means the city deems appropriate.
Fact: Public involvement has been completed which included the
involvement of members of the Planning Commission, residents, local housing
community, several non-profit housing advocates, and key City staff. The City worked
diligently to engage the community in preparation of the Amended 6th Cycle Housing
Element (2021-2029). This outreach also extended to the General Plan 2040 update,
which included public workshops, focus groups, and public hearings, where the
community had the opportunity to weigh-in on key areas for future residential and non-
residential growth. Further, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on
October 25, 2022.
D. Finding: The City Council finds that the update to the Housing Element was
prepared in accordance with State law and reviewed by HCD as required by the California
Government Code.
Fact: The City submitted a copy of the Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element
(2021-2029) to HCD on February 7, 2022. HCD submitted a review letter to the City on
April 12, 2022. Comments received from HCD were addressed and incorporated into the
final document for City Council adoption of the Amended 6th Cycle Housing Element
(2021-2029).
SECTION 4. The City Council hereby adopts the Amended 6th Cycle Housing
Element (2021-2029) as an Element of the General Plan 2040, inclusive of revisions
necessary in order to comply with state housing law and authorized the City Manager or
his or her designee is authorized to make minor modifications to the Housing E lement to
address comments provided by the Department of Housing and Community Development
on the City's 2021-2029 Housing Element, provided that the modifications would not
exceed the total amount of development accommodated by the Housing Element prior t o
revisions and would not result in any new actions by the City that would require a General
Fund commitment of $20,000 or greater..
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SECTION 5. The documents and materials that constitute the record of
proceedings on which this Resolution has been based are located at City Hall, 595 S.
San Jacinto Ave., San Jacinto, CA 92583. The custodian of the record of proceedings is
the Office of the City Clerk.
SECTION 6. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by
the City Council, and the Clerk of the Council shall attest to and certify the vote adopting
this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 15th day of November 2022, by the following
vote:
AYES: Heath, Ledezma, Ayala, Ruiz
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Hawkins
ABSENT: None
CITY OF SAN JACINTO:
_____________________________
Crystal Ruiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Julia Espinoza, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
BEST, BEST & KRIEGER LLP
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Craig Hayes, Deputy City Attorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE) ss
CITY OF SAN JACINTO)
CERTIFICATION
I, Julia Espinoza, City Clerk of the City of San Jacinto, CA, do hereby certify that
the foregoing Resolution No. 3951 was passed, approved, and adopted at the Regular
Meeting of the San Jacinto City Council held on the 15 th day of November, 2022.
AYES: Heath, Ledezma, Ayala, Ruiz
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Hawkins
ABSENT: None
WITNESS MY HAND AND THE SEAL on this 15th day of November 2022.
______________________________
Julia Espinoza, City Clerk
City of San Jacinto
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EXHIBIT “A”
AMENDED 6TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT (2021-2029)
[Attached]
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CITY OF SAN JACINTO
2021-2029
HOUSING ELEMENT
Adopted February 1, 2022
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Prepared For:
Travis Randel
Deputy City Manager
Development Services
City of San Jacinto
595 S. San Jacinto Avenue
San Jacinto, CA 92583
P: 951.654.7337
F: 951.654.3728
trandel@sanjacintoca.gov
www.sanjacintoca.gov
Prepared By:
De Novo Planning Group
Contact: Amanda Tropiano, Principal
180 E Main Street Suite 108
Tustin, CA 92780
info@denovoplanning.com
https://denovoplanning.com/
CITY OF SAN JACINTO
2021-2029
HOUSING ELEMENT
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) RESOLUTION NO. 3895
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE)ss
CITY OF SAN JACINTO )
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
JACINTO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN TO
REPLACE THE HOUSING ELEMENT AND HOUSING ELEMENT
BACKGROUND REPORT IN THEIR ENTIRETY, AND TO ADOPT THE
6TH CYCLE 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE OF THE CITY OF
SAN JACINTO
WHEREAS, the California Legislature has determined that the availability of
housing is a matter of statewide importance and the cooperation between government
and the private sector is critical to attainment of the State’s housing goals; and
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 65588(b) requires the City of
San Jacinto (“City”) to periodically prepare an update to the Housing Element of its
General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the General Plan Housing Element serves as a policy and action
guide to address the comprehensive housing needs of the City of San Jacinto; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Jacinto prepared the 6th Cycle 2021 -2029 Housing
Element Update in accordance with California Housing Element Law (Government Code
section 65580 et. seq.); and
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 65583 requires that the Housing
Element Update contain: (i) an assessment of the City’s housing needs and an analysis
of the resources and constraints, both governmental and non -governmental, relevant to
the meeting of these needs; (ii) an inventory of land suitable and available for residential
development and an analysis of the development potential of such sites; (iii) a statement
of the community’s goals, quantified objectives, and policies relative to the maintenance,
preservation, improvement, and development of housing; and (iv) programs that set forth
a schedule of actions the local government is undertaking or intends to undertake to
implement the policies and achieve the goals and objectives of the Housing Element
Update; and
WHEREAS, Housing Element Law requires the Housing Element to identify
adequate sites to accommodate the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (“RHNA”),
and the City has identified an adequate list of housing sites to accommodate the amount,
type, and income levels required by RHNA; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the City’s Housing Element and
Housing Element Background Report of the General Plan are intended to ensure that the
needs of all residents in the City are met; and
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Jacinto, California,
advertised for and held a public hearing on December 14, 2021, to consider amendments
to the Housing Element and Housing Element Background Report of the General Plan in
compliance with California Housing Element Law, Government Code Section 65580 et
seq.; and
WHEREAS, the City Council received and considered the reports and
recommendations from the Planning Commission and all other testimony, whether written
or oral, presented at the public hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, determined, and ordered by the City
Council of the City of San Jacinto, California, as follows:
SECTION 1: It is in the public interest to amend the Housing Element and Housing
Element Background Report of the General Plan, in their entirety, as more particularly
described below.
SECTION 2: The Housing Element of the General Plan is hereby amended and
replaced in its entirety with Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference, which includes all of the following entitled documents: 6th Cycle 2021 -2029
Housing Element, Housing Element Background Report.
SECTION 3: The 6th Cycle 2021-2029 Housing Element attached hereto as
Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference is hereby adopted.
SECTION 4: Custodian of Records. The documents and materials that constitute
the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at the City
Clerk’s office located at 595 S. San Jacinto Avenue, San Jacinto, CA 92583. The
custodian for these records is the City Clerk.
SECTION 5: Severability. If any provision of this Resolution or the application
thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other
provisions or applications of this Resolution which can be given effect without the invalid
provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this Resolution are severable.
The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution irrespective
of the invalidity of any particular portion thereof.
SECTION 6: CEQA. The City Council finds that the project is exempt from
environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant
to §15060(c)(2) of the CEQA Guidelines - Preliminary Review - as it can be seen with
certainty that the adoption of the Housing Element will not result in a direct or reasonable
foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment; and, §15061(b)(3) - Common
Sense Exemption - whereby the activity is covered by the common sense exemption that
CEQA applies only to project which have the potential for causing a significant effect on
the environment; where is can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the
activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not
subject to CEQA. The City Council further directs Staff to record a Notice of Exemption
with the County Recorder’s Office.
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SECTION 7: Effective Date. Resolution 3895 shall be effective immediately upon
adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council
on the 1st day of February 2022 by the following vote:
AYES: Ayala, Ledezma, Hawkins, Heath, Ruiz
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CITY OF SAN JACINTO:
_____________________________
Crystal Ruiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Julia Espinoza, Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP
_____________________________________
Michael J. Maurer, City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF SAN JACINTO) ss
CITY OF SAN JACINTO)
I, Julia Espinoza, duly appointed Deputy City Clerk of the City of San Jacinto, do
hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 3895 was duly passed, approved, and
adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of San Jacinto on the 1st day
of February 2022, by the following vote:
AYES: Ayala, Ledezma, Hawkins, Heath, Ruiz
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL this 1st day of February, 2022.
_________________________
Julia Espinoza, Deputy City Clerk
City of San Jacinto
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2021-2029 Housing Element Organization
Part 1: Housing Plan
Part 1 of the 2021-2029 Housing Element is the City’s “Housing Plan”, which includes the
goals, policies, and programs the City will implement to address constraints and needs. The
City’s overarching objective is to ensure that decent, safe housing is available to all current
and future residents at a cost that is within the reach of the diverse economic segments which
comprise San Jacinto.
Part 2: Background Report
Part 2 of the 2021-2029 Housing Element is the “Background Report” which identifies the
nature and extent of San Jacinto’s housing needs, including those of special populations,
potential housing resources (land and funds), potential constraints to housing production, and
energy conservation opportunities. By examining the City’s housings, resources, and
constraints, the City can then determine a plan of action for providing adequate housing, as
presented in Part 1: Housing Plan. In addition to identifying housing needs, the Background
Report also presents information regarding the setting in which these needs occur. This
information is instrumental in providing a better understanding of the community, which in
turn is essential for the planning of future housing needs.
Appendix A: Housing Sites Inventory
The Housing Element must include an inventory of land suitable and available for residential
development to meet the City’s regional housing need by income level.
Appendix B: Public Engagement Summary
As part of the Housing Element Update process, the City hosted numerous multilingual
opportunities for the community and key stakeholders to provide feedback on existing housing
conditions, housing priorities, priority areas for new residential growth, and topics related to
fair housing. Public participation played an important role in the refinement of the City’s
housing goals and policies and in the development of new housing programs, as included in
Part 1: Housing Plan. The public’s input also helped to validate and expand upon the
contextual information included in Part 2: Background Report. The City’s efforts to engage
the community in a meaningful and comprehensive way are summarized in Appendix B.
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PART 1:
HOUSING PLAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. HOUSING PLAN INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................... 2
2. GOALS AND POLICIES ........................................................................................................................... 2
A. CONSERVE AND IMPROVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING ................................................................................................... 2
B. PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOUSING SITES ................................................................................................................... 3
C. ASSIST IN THE PROVISION OF HOUSING ................................................................................................................ 4
D. REMOVE CONSTRAINTS TO HOUSING PRODUCTION ................................................................................................ 5
E. PROMOTE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES ........................................................................................................ 6
3. HOUSING PROGRAMS .......................................................................................................................... 7
CONSERVE AND IMPROVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING .......................................................................................................... 7
PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOUSING SITES ........................................................................................................................... 9
FACILITATE THE PROVISION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING .................................................................................................. 14
REMOVE GOVERNMENTAL CONSTRAINTS ................................................................................................................... 17
PROMOTE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES .............................................................................................................. 19
4. QUANTIFIED OBJECTIVES ..................................................................................................................... 24
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1. Housing Plan Introduction
Previous sections of the Housing Element establish the housing needs, opportunities, and
constraints in the City of San Jacinto. The Housing Plan presented in this section sets forth the
City’s goals, policies and programs to address San Jacinto’s identified housing needs.
2. Goals and Policies
The following goals and policies focus on the maintenance and provision of a variety of housing
in terms of type, affordability, and style. The Housing Plan sets forth goals and policies to
address the following issue areas: 1) conserving and improving existing affordable housing; 2)
providing adequate housing sites; 3) assisting the development of affordable housing; 4)
removing governmental constraints; and 5) promoting equal housing opportunity.
A. Conserve and Improve Affordable Housing
Substandard and deteriorating housing units, in addition to the obvious problems of blight and
appearance, can expose occupants to a variety of hazards ranging from electrical fire to toxic
substances and materials used in construction. A number of factors will determine the life
expectancy of a housing unit including quality of workmanship, age of unit, location, type of
construction and degree of maintenance. As a city with a large number of older housing units,
it is important that on-going maintenance programs are implemented in San Jacinto. In
addition to rehabilitation efforts, conservation of the existing stock of affordable housing is also
important, as the cost to preserve existing affordable housing is often lower than replacing the
units.
GOAL 1: Conserve, improve, and rehabilitate existing housing.
Policy 1.1: Develop and foster activities to increase the health, safety, and property values
of the City’s existing housing stock.
Policy 1.2: Develop programs directed at rehabilitating and preserving the integrity of
existing housing stock for all income levels.
Policy 1.3: Preserve existing single-family home neighborhoods.
Policy 1.4: Encourage continued and new investments in established communities.
Policy 1.5: Monitor the status of at-risk multifamily rental housing units, proactively work
with potential nonprofit purchasers/managers as appropriate and explore
funding sources available to preserve the at-risk units.
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B. Provide Adequate Housing Sites
The City provides for a mix of new housing opportunities by designating a range of residential
densities and promoting creative design and development of vacant land and reuse of
developed land. By providing for the construction of a range of housing, the needs of all sectors
of the community can be met.
GOAL 2: Provide adequate sites for new residential construction to meet the
needs of all segments of the community while promoting the character
of the City.
Policy 2.1: Maintain adequate capacity to accommodate the City’s unmet Regional Housing
Needs Allocation (RHNA) for all income categories throughout the planning
period.
Policy 2.2: Encourage residential development that provides a range of housing types in
terms of cost, density, unit size, and configuration.
Policy 2.3: Encourage the use of clustered development to preserve and enhance important
environmental resources and open space, consistent with sustainability
principles.
Policy 2.4: Promote mixed-use development to facilitate smart growth and reduction in
automobile trips, vehicle miles traveled, and associated energy consumption.
Policy 2.5: Continue to allow accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units
as a means of providing additional affordable rental housing opportunities.
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C. Assist in the Provision of Housing
New construction is a major source of housing for prospective homeowners and renters.
However, the cost of new construction can be high in comparison to housing preservation
programs. In addition, market-rate new construction may not provide housing that is
affordable, or adequate, for special needs populations such as the elderly, disabled,
farmworkers, and homeless. Incentive programs such as density bonuses offer a cost-effective
means of promoting affordable housing development. Public sector assistance can also promote
the construction of affordable housing that meets the needs of all segments of the community.
San Jacinto is fortunate in that the cost of land is relatively low in comparison to much of
Southern California, keeping the cost of new housing more affordable to lower income groups.
GOAL 3: Assist in the development of a housing supply which is affordable to all
segments of the community.
Policy 3.1: Allow for the development of housing affordable to all income groups by utilizing
a variety of public and private efforts.
Policy 3.2: Assist with the development of housing that targets the needs of special
populations, including the elderly, disabled, farmworkers, and homeless.
Policy 3.3: Promote the development of attractive and safe housing to meet community
needs.
Policy 3.4: Pursue available incentives in the form of additional points or other preference
in the scoring of competitive housing, community development, and
infrastructure programs.
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D. Remove Constraints to Housing Production
Under current State law, the San Jacinto Housing Element must address, and where
appropriate and legally possible, reduce and/or remove governmental constraints to the
maintenance, improvement, and development of housing.
GOAL 4: Reduce or remove governmental constraints to the provision of housing
to the greatest extent feasible and legally permissible.
Policy 4.1: Promote efficient and creative alternatives to help reduce governmental
constraints.
Policy 4.2: Provide incentives and regulatory concessions for affordable and special needs
housing.
Policy 4.3: Improve the City’s development review and approval process to facilitate
housing construction.
Policy 4.4: Provide reasonable accommodation for housing for persons with disabilities.
Policy 4.5: Periodically review City development standards to ensure consistency with the
General Plan and to ensure high-quality affordable housing.
Policy 4.6: Monitor State and federal housing-related legislation, and update City plans,
ordinances, and processes as appropriate to remove or reduce governmental
constraints.
Policy 4.7: Regularly identify and evaluate the impact of nongovernmental constraints on
housing development and implement programs to reduce negative impacts.
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E. Promote Equal Housing Opportunities
Housing should be made available to all persons regardless of race, religion, sex, family size,
marital status, national origin, color, age, disability, or income. To make adequate provisions
for the housing needs of all segments of the community and affirmatively further fair housing,
the City must ensure equal and fair housing opportunities for all residents.
GOAL 5: Promote equal opportunity for housing throughout the City of San
Jacinto.
Policy 5.1: Prohibit discrimination in the sale or rental of housing with regard to race,
religion, disability, gender, family size, marital status, national origin, color, or
income.
Policy 5.2: Continue to further fair housing choices by actively expanding housing
opportunities and removing impediments to fair housing.
Policy 5.3: Encourage housing design standards that promote the accessibility of housing
for persons with special needs, such as the elderly, persons with disabilities,
including persons with developmental disabilities, large families, single-parent
households, and the homeless.
Policy 5.4: Accommodate emergency shelters and transitional housing facilities in
compliance with applicable State laws and the City’s Development Code.
Policy 5.5: Strengthen opportunities for participation in the approval process for all housing
projects, including affordable housing.
Policy 5.6: Assist in affirmatively furthering and enforcing fair housing laws by providing
support to organizations that provide outreach and education regarding fair
housing rights, receive and investigate fair housing allegations, monitor
compliance with fair housing laws, and refer possible violations to enforcing
agencies.
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3. Housing Programs
This section describes the programs that will implement Housing Element goals and policies.
The housing programs define the specific actions the City will undertake in order to achieve
the goals for the current planning period. Pursuant to State law, the programs address the
following issue areas:
1. Conserve and improve the existing housing stock
2. Provide adequate sites for the development of new housing
3. Assist in the provision of affordable housing
4. Minimize the impact of governmental constraints on housing production
5. Assure equal housing opportunity for all residents.
Conserve and Improve Affordable Housing
1. Code Enforcement
Code enforcement staff use proactive techniques to improve the physical condition of the City's
homes and neighborhoods. The code enforcement team addresses the following:
• Substandard housing
• Weed abatement
• Abandoned vehicle abatement
• General property and building maintenance
• Health and safety conditions
The most important elements of the code enforcement program are assisting in the
identification of substandard housing and providing information to the public about City and
County housing programs. During this Housing Element cycle, the City will seek grant funding
to complete a comprehensive windshield survey of housing conditions to determine the number
and types of housing problems and substandard housing conditions in the City. The results of
the survey will be used to target rehabilitation programs to those areas in greatest need.
Responsible Agency: Code enforcement staff
Financing: General fund
Program Objectives: Continue to implement code enforcement program. By the end
of FY 22/23, complete a comprehensive housing conditions
survey.
Schedule: Housing conditions survey in FY 22/23; code enforcement
throughout the planning period
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2. Preservation of At-Risk Units
State law requires jurisdictions to provide a program in their Housing Elements to preserve
publicly assisted affordable housing projects at risk of converting to market-rate housing. The
City will contact property owners of units at risk of converting to market-rate housing within
one year of affordability expiration to discuss the City’s desire to preserve complexes as
affordable housing. The City will establish contact with public and nonprofit agencies interested
in purchasing and/or managing units at risk at least three years prior to the expiration of
affordability restrictions. Coordinate with owners of expiring subsidies to ensure tenants
receive the required notices at 3 years, 6 months, and 12 months, per California law. The City
will work with tenants to provide education regarding tenant rights and conversion procedures
pursuant to California law by sharing information online and in hard copy. The City shall contact
the Fair Housing Council of Riverside County to assist renters. The City will implement State
Preservation Notice Law (Gov. Code 65863.10, 65863.11, 65863.13) which requires owners to
provide tenants and affected public entities (including the City) notices regarding expiring
rental restrictions starting three years before expiration.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD), the California Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD), and the Housing Authority of
Riverside County (HARIVCO)
Financing: HUD Section 8 vouchers, other funding sources as available.
Program Objectives: Monitor the status of assisted projects.
Schedule: Annually monitor units at risk of converting. Coordinate noticing
as required per California law.
3. Section 8 Rental Assistance
The Section 8 Rental Assistance Program provides rental subsidies to very-low-income (up to
50 percent of areawide median income – [AMI]) family and elderly households who spend more
than 30 percent of their income on rent. The subsidy represents the difference between 30
percent of monthly income and the actual rent. Section 8 assistance is issued to the recipients
as vouchers, which permit tenants to choose their own housing and rent units beyond the
federally determined fair market rent in an area, provided the tenants pay the extra rent
increment.
The City contracts with the Riverside County Housing Authority to administer the Section 8
Certificate/Voucher Program.
Responsible Agency: Housing Authority of Riverside County
Financing: Section 8 vouchers
Program Objectives: Continue to support the HARIVCO’s applications for additional
Section 8 allocations and efforts to provide vouchers for lower
income San Jacinto residents.
Schedule: Throughout the planning period
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4. Rehabilitation Program
The City will pursue grant opportunities to create a rehabilitation program. The City will apply
for HOME, CalHome, and CDBG, as well as promote Section 504 Home Repair Program loans
and grants to provide housing rehabilitation loans and weatherization services for lower-income
households and will work with the County to obtain available funds to be used, as available,
for place-based revitalization in areas with concentrated poverty or rehabilitation need.
Targeted efforts to improve housing conditions in areas of need will assist in reducing
displacement risk for these residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to stay
in their home and community.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: HOME
Program Objectives: Rehabilitation of 16 housing units
Schedule: Starting in 2021, annually apply for funding as Notices of
Funding Availability are released; meet with the County annually
to assess availability of funds.
Provide Adequate Housing Sites
5. General Plan and Development Code Update/Shortfall Program
In 2018, the City of San Jacinto embarked on an effort to comprehensively update its General
Plan and Development Code. As part of this effort, the City has prepared a Proposed Land Use
Plan and Land Use Classifications which allow for new types of higher-density residential and
mixed-use development in San Jacinto, including residential development at densities at and
above 30 du/ac.
The following modifications have been proposed to the City’s current land use designations:
• Combine Estate Residential and Rural Residential into new Very Low Density Residential
designation allowing for a density of up to 2 du/ac
• Increase the maximum allowable density for Low Density Residential from 5 du/ac to 7
du/ac
• Increase the maximum allowable density for Medium Density Residential from 10 du/ac
to 14 du/ac
• Change the name of the current Medium High Density Residential land use to High
Density Residential (and maintain the maximum allowable density of 22 du/ac)
• Change the name of the current High Density Residential to Very High Density
Residential and increase the maximum allowable density from 30 du/ac to 32 du/ac
• Combine the Downtown Commercial and City Center designations into a new Downtown
Village designation and increase the maximum allowable density from 5 du/ac to 40
du/ac
To further support development of higher-density residential projects and mixed-use projects,
the City has also proposed a new mixed-use land use designation which allows for residential
development at densities of 10.1 to 36 du/ac and nonresidential development up to a floor
area ratio of 1.0 (single-use projects are allowed).
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The City’s ongoing Development Code update will incorporate standards as necessary in order
to maintain consistency between the Land Use Element and the Development Code, including
preparation of new standards to support mixed-use development. Specifically, it is envisioned
that land use designations and zones that allow for mixed-use development will allow single-
use projects, including projects that are 100% residential. In addition, the City intends to adopt
an updated Development Code that makes it easier for projects to be developed in mixed-use
areas, and envisions that a use permit will no longer be required for mixed-use projects in
mixed-use land use designations and zones. The Development Code is being updated
concurrently with the General Plan and the adoption of an updated Development Code is
expected to occur by December 2022 (approximately six months after adoption of the updated
General Plan).
The City is committed to rezoning those sites identified in the Housing Inventory (Appendix A)
which accommodate a portion of the City’s lower income RHNA pursuant to Government Code
section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). Specifically, this includes:
• permit owner-occupied and rental multifamily uses by-right for developments in which
20 percent or more of the units are affordable to lower income households. By-right
means local government review must not require a conditional use permit, planned unit
development permit, or other discretionary review or approval.
• accommodate a minimum of 16 units per site;
• require a minimum density of 20 units per acre; and
• at least 50 percent of the lower-income need must be accommodated on sites
designated for residential use only or on sites zoned for mixed uses that accommodate
all of the very low and low-income housing need, if those sites:
• allow 100 percent residential use, and
• require residential use occupy 50 percent of the total floor area of a mixed-use
project.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: General fund
Program Objectives: Maintain adequate sites to accommodate San Jacinto’s regional
housing needs throughout the planning period.
Schedule: Adopt General Plan/zoning amendments in 2022
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6. Housing Sites
Planning and regulatory actions to achieve adequate housing sites are implemented through
the Land Use Element, Development Code, and adopted Specific Plans. These regulatory
documents provide for a variety of residential development, ranging from lower-density single-
family homes to higher-density apartments, condominiums, and mixed-use projects. The City
of San Jacinto received a RHNA allocation of 3,392 units for the 2021-2029 RHNA period,
including 800 extremely/very low-income, 465 low-income, 560 moderate-income units, and
1,567 above moderate-income units.
The residential sites inventory consists of vacant sites identified for residential development.
Program 4 of the Housing Plan directs the City to complete its ongoing update to the General
Plan and Development Code to allow for new residential development capacity at higher
densities and intensities than currently allowed. Given the vast amount of vacant land in San
Jacinto and the relative affordability of more traditional lower-density housing units, the City
would not necessarily need to complete the update to its General Plan and Development Code
in order to demonstrate sufficient capacity to accommodate its RHNA. However, the City is
nearly complete with this robust planning effort and desires to create long-term consistency
between its General Plan Land Use Element and Housing Element. For this reason, the Housing
Element refers to the Proposed Land Use Plan land use designations (presented to the Planning
Commission and City Council in Fall of 2020) in order to accommodate the City’s RHNA. Public
hearings for the General Plan Update are scheduled for Spring 2022 and the Development Code
Update is expected to be completed by Fall 2022. The resources identified have the capacity
to accommodate at least 4,409 new units, approximately half of which are available at sites
proposed to accommodate densities of at least 30 du/ac (and thus, determined to
accommodate the City’s lower-income RHNA). These sites can accommodate the City’s RHNA
allocation for all income levels through year 2029. The City will maintain an inventory of sites
with residential development potential and provide it to prospective residential developers upon
request.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: General fund
Program Objectives: Monitor status of residential and mixed-use sites on an annual
basis. Provide sites information to interested developers and
technical assistance regarding City mixed use zoning and density
bonus incentives. Conduct a mailing to property owners with
mixed-use designations (Downtown Village and Mixed-Use) to
inform them of opportunities and incentives available for mixed
use developments.
Schedule: Adopt General Plan/zoning amendments in 2022 (see Program
4; contact with property owners in new mixed-use designations
by April 2022;annual monitoring to confirm adequate site
capacity; annual reporting throughout the planning period
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7. Residential Development Monitoring (No Net Loss)
To ensure adequate sites are available throughout the planning period to meet the City’s RHNA
at all income levels, and to assist developers in identifying appropriate sites for residential and
mixed use developments, the City will monitor the depletion of residential acreage, and review
proposed General Plan amendments, Zone Changes, Specific Plan Amendments, and
development projects, to ensure an adequate inventory is available to meet the City’s 2021-
2029 RHNA obligations. To ensure sufficient residential development capacity is maintained to
accommodate the City’s RHNA allocation, the City will develop and implement a formal ongoing
(project-by-project) evaluation procedure pursuant to Government Code Section 65863 and
will make the findings required by that code section if a site is proposed for development with
fewer units or at a different income level(s) than shown in the Housing Element Site Inventory.
Should an approval of development result in a reduction of residential development capacity
below the capacity needed to accommodate the remaining need for lower-income, moderate-
income, or above-moderate-income households, the City, and potentially the applicant (in
accordance with State law), will identify and, if necessary, rezone sufficient sites within 180
days to accommodate the shortfall and ensure “no net loss” in capacity to accommodate the
RHNA allocation, consistent with State law. Any rezoned site(s) will satisfy the adequate site
requirements of Government Code Section 65583.2 and will be consistent with the City’s
obligation to affirmatively further fair housing.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: General fund
Program Objectives: Annually monitor the City’s sites inventory and continued ability
to accommodate the remaining RHNA by maintaining an
accurate electronic inventory of available sites. The Planning
Department will be responsible for maintaining the electronic
inventory, consulting the inventory as part of the development
review process, and updating the inventory as projects are
proposed, approved, and developed. The City will complete its
annual review concurrent with preparation of its annual Housing
Element Progress Report.
Schedule: Ongoing implementation and annual monitoring and reporting
throughout the planning period concurrent with the City’s
Housing Element Annual Progress Report
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8. Replacement of Affordable Units
Consistent with the requirements of Government Code Section 65583.2(g), development
projects on sites in the housing inventory (Appendix A) that have, or have had within the past
five years preceding the application, residential uses restricted with rents affordable to low- or
very low-income households or residential uses occupied by low- or very low-income
households, shall be conditioned to replace all such units at the same or lower income level as
a condition of any development on the site, and such replacement requirements shall be
consistent with Section 65915(c)(3).
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: General fund
Program Objectives: For all project applications, identify need for replacement of
affordable housing units and ensure replacement, if required,
occurs.
Schedule: Ongoing implementation and annual monitoring and reporting
throughout the planning period
9. Accessory Dwelling Units
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) help meet the
City’s housing needs for all income levels and also provide a housing resource for seniors and
low- and moderate-income households throughout the entire community, not just in any single
geographic area. The City will continue to apply Development Code regulations that allow
accessory units (also known as second units or granny flats) by right in all residential zones,
in accordance with State law. The City of San Jacinto will continue to amend the ordinance
based on future changes to State law and work with HCD to ensure continued compliance with
State law. The City will also continue to monitor the extent of ADU production to ensure that
the ordinance modifications are successful and that the Housing Element goals can be met.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: General fund
Program Objectives: Survey and evaluate potential methods to encourage ADU
development throughout the community and adopt appropriate
procedures, policies, and regulatory provisions. Update the
City’s Development Code to be consistent with State ADU Law
and monitor State law for future updates to ADU regulations and
update the City’s Development Code to be consistent with future
updates as needed. Continue educating the community on the
opportunity to develop ADUs and promote the development of
ADUs affordable to lower-income households. Continue to
provide information about ADUs on the City’s website and on
public counters.
Schedule: Ongoing implementation and annual monitoring and reporting
throughout the planning period
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Facilitate the Provision of Affordable Housing
10. Incentives and Assistance to Affordable Housing Developments
In order to facilitate the development of housing for low- and moderate-income households,
the City will implement the following actions:
• Provide administrative assistance to developers seeking available state and federal
funding and/or tax credits for the construction of low- and moderate-income housing
• Facilitate projects that incorporate affordable units by granting modifications to
development standards, expedited processing, or financial incentives consistent with
state law.
• Affordable housing developers will be proactively contacted each year to solicit interest
and apprise them of available assistance programs.
Targeted assistance for special needs housing and extremely-low-income (ELI) units will be
provided through density bonuses and/or regulatory incentives, modified development
standards and fee deferrals, when feasible.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: General Fund
Program Objectives: Facilitate affordable housing development commensurate with
the RHNA.
Schedule: Provide administrative assistance upon request; annual
proactive contact with affordable housing developers; ongoing
implementation and annual monitoring and reporting throughout
the planning period
11. Infill Housing Program
Development of infill housing (single-family and multifamily) will help promote homeownership
and neighborhood improvement and expand housing choices at all income levels in areas close
to goods, services, and infrastructure. Infill housing can be developed in the older portions of
the City, such as in Downtown San Jacinto, which will help improve the vacant lots and provide
additional affordable housing opportunities.
Through its General Plan Update, the City has identified three individual vacant lots between
0.50 and 10 acres that are appropriate for infill housing development in the Downtown area
and are proposed to be designated as “Downtown Village” allowing for residential development
at densities of up to 40 du/ac; these three sites total 2.62 acres and are included in the City’s
inventory of sites as appropriate to accommodate a small portion of the City’s lower-income
RHNA (Appendix A). It is noted that there are other infill sites available in Downtown San
Jacinto, however, due to their size (less than 0.50 acres) they have not been included in the
City’s inventory of sites.
During the planning period, the City will conduct proactive outreach to private property owners
to promote the development of housing on these properties. The City will make available a
map of vacant sites designated for residential development and explore available incentives,
such as a fee reduction program, to support their development.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
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Financing: General Fund
Program Objectives: Assist in the development of one infill housing project annually.
Schedule: Post map of vacant sites online by October 2022; present to the
City Council at least three potential incentives that could be used
to support infill housing development by December 2022; annual
proactive outreach to the development community
12. Pursue State and Federal Funding
The City will continue to pursue available state and federal funding sources in cooperation with
private developers, non-profit housing corporations, and other interested entities to assist in
meeting the needs of lower-income households. The City will work proactively with developers
or other entities to identify the funding sources most appropriate to meet a specific need and
apply for funds, or assist other entities in applying for funds, during available funding cycles.
City assistance to other entities will include, but not be limited to:
• Providing data that is necessary for a funding request; and
• Expediting permit decisions on proposed projects that require City approval or that will
be more competitive with City approval, prior to submitting funding requests.
For example, the City is not eligible to apply directly for HOME funds, but this program is
available through the County of Riverside Economic Development Agency (EDA). HOME funds
are disbursed on a project need basis. During the timeframe of this Housing Element, the City
will work with affordable housing providers to assist in the development of at least one family
housing project that will reduce the incidence of overcrowding among low-income families who
rent.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department, County of Riverside EDA, HCD, CalHFA,
and others.
Financing: CDBG, HOME, tax credits, and bonds
Program Objectives: Work with at least one developer or interested entity annually.
When a developer expresses interest in developing affordable or
special needs housing in San Jacinto, determine funding
priorities and sources and support applications for funding.
Schedule: Apply for funding at least annually throughout the planning
period
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13. Mortgage Credit Certificate Program
A Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) entitles qualified home buyers to reduce the amount of
their federal income tax liability by an amount equal to a portion of the interest paid during
the year on a home mortgage. This tax credit allows the buyer to qualify more easily for a loan
by increasing the effective income of the buyer. Previously, the Riverside County MCC Program
provided for a 15% rate which could be applied to the interest paid on the mortgage loan. The
borrower could claim a tax credit equal to 15% of the interest paid during the year. Since the
borrowers taxes were being reduced by the amount of the credit, this increased the take-home
pay by the amount of the credit. The buyer took the remaining 85% interest as a deduction.
When underwriting the loan, a lender takes this into consideration and the borrower is able to
qualify for a larger loan than would otherwise be possible. This program was initiated by the
Riverside County Economic Development Agency (EDA) in November 2008 but has been put
on hold due to lack of funding available for the program. The City will encourage that the
program be restarted by coordinating directly with Riverside County to submit letters of support
for funding requests.
Responsible Agency: Riverside County EDA, Planning Department
Financing: Federal tax credits and EDA
Program Objectives: Encourage the relaunch of the MCC Program.
Schedule: Annual coordination with the County of Riverside and annual
funding application support
14. Prohousing Designation Program
Increasing the availability of housing statewide is critical to bettering the quality of life of all
Californians and to ending homelessness. The 2019-2020 Budget Act provided a spectrum of
support, incentives, and accountability measures to meet California’s housing goals, and
provided for the establishment of the Prohousing Designation Program. The Prohousing
Designation Program provides incentives to cities and counties in the form of additional points
or other preference in the scoring of competitive housing, community development, and
infrastructure programs. The California Department of Housing and Community Development
established the Prohousing Designation Program to administer these incentives.
Local governments can receive a designation when implementing Prohousing policies and
receive an advantage when applying for several funding programs including:
• Affordable Housing & Sustainable Communities (AHSC)
• Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG)
• Transformative Climate Communities (TCC)
Other programs may be added to the list after HCD engages with stakeholders and partner
agencies on adding Prohousing points to other housing and non-housing programs.
The City of San Jacinto will pursue the Prohousing Designation to memorialize the City’s
commitment to helping expand the State’s housing stock and promote more affordable housing
options. HCD is expected to assess the City’s Prohousing Policies using the following four
scoring categories: Favorable Zoning and Land Use; Acceleration of Housing Production
Timeframes; Reduction of Construction and Development Costs; and Providing Financial
Subsidies. The City must demonstrate that it has enacted or proposes at least one policy that
significantly contributes to the Acceleration of Housing Production in each of the four
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categories. A Prohousing Designation requires a total score of 30 points or more across all four
categories (as of November 2021). As part of the application process, the City will identify
those strategies that it already implements (i.e., establishment of streamlined, program-level
CEQA analysis and certification of general plans, community plans, specific plans with
accompanying EIRs, and related documents) and identify additional strategies for
implementation in order to further promote housing development in San Jacinto and achieve
the required score to receive the Prohousing Designation.
The City will work with HCD’s ongoing technical assistance team to submit an application by
the end of 2022 with the objective of receiving the designation by March 2023.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department.
Financing: General fund; grants
Program Objectives: Achieve Prohousing Designation by HCD
Schedule: Submit application to HCD by December 2022 and receive
designation by March 2023
Remove Governmental Constraints
15. Development Code Amendments – Housing Constraints
The City shall update the Development Code to remove constraints to a variety of housing
types and ensure the City’s standards and permitting requirements are consistent with State
law. The update shall address the following.
1. Low barrier navigation centers: The Development Code shall be updated to define and
permit low barrier navigation centers consistent with the requirements of Government
Code Sections 65660 through 65668, including treating low barrier navigation centers
as a use by right in areas zoned for mixed use and nonresidential zones permitting
multifamily uses.
2. Agricultural worker housing: The Development Code will be updated to define
agricultural worker housing and to identify that any agricultural worker housing
consisting of no more than 36 beds in a group quarters or 12 units or spaces shall be
deemed an agricultural land use and permitted in the same manner as agricultural uses
consistent with Health and Safety Code Section 17021.6. The Development Code will
also be updated to provide for streamlined, ministerial approval of agricultural worker
housing that meets the requirements of Health and Safety Code Section 17021.8.
3. Employee housing: The Development Code will be updated to define employee housing
separately from agricultural worker housing and to clarify that employee housing
serving six or fewer employees shall be deemed a single family structure and shall be
subject to the same standards for a single family residence in the same zone.
4. Streamlined and ministerial review for eligible affordable housing projects: The
Development Code will be updated to ensure that eligible multifamily projects with an
affordable component are provided streamlined review and are only subject to objective
design standards consistent with relevant provisions of SB 35 and SB 330 as provided
by applicable sections of the Government Code, including but not limited to Sections
65905.5, 65913.4, 65940, 65941.1, 65950, and 66300. State law defines objective
design standards as those that “involve no personal or subjective judgement by a public
official and are uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark
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or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant and public
official prior to submittal.”
5. Emergency shelter parking: The Development Code will be updated to require sufficient
parking to accommodate all staff working in the emergency shelter, provided that the
standards do not require more parking for emergency shelters than other residential or
commercial uses within the same zone, in compliance with AB 139/Gov. Code, § 65583,
subd. (a)(4)(A).
6. Transitional and supportive housing: The Development Code will be updated to permit
transitional and supportive housing as a residential use in all zones allowing residential
uses and only subject to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of
the same type in the same zone in compliance with Gov. Code, § 65583, subd. (a)(5)
and further ensure that the Development Code is consistent with requirements for by-
right permanent supportive housing under AB 2162.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Funding: General fund
Program Objectives: Revise the Development Code in accordance with this program
by October 2022.
Schedule: Development Code adoption in 2022
16. Monitor Changes in Federal and State Housing, Planning, and Zoning Laws
Although the 2021-2029 Housing Element update did not identify any significant governmental
constraints to the development or maintenance of housing in San Jacinto, the City will continue
to monitor its development process and zoning regulations to identify and remove constraints
to the development of housing. The City will also continue to monitor federal and State
legislation that could impact housing and comment on or oppose proposed changes or additions
to existing legislation, as well as support new legislation when appropriate and update its
Development Code to comply with federal and State law. The City will also endeavor to
minimize governmental constraints to the development, improvement, and maintenance of
housing.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Funding: General fund
Program Objectives: Stay updated on changes in federal and state housing, planning,
and zoning laws.
Schedule: Annual review, in coordination with the City Attorney’s Office, of
federal and State Housing, Planning, and Zoning Laws; timely
updates to the City’s Development Code as needed to comply
with federal and State law; ongoing implementation and annual
monitoring and reporting throughout the planning period
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17. Density Bonus Ordinance
The City will provide for density bonuses consistent with State law, including density bonuses
and incentives for projects that contain 100% very low- and low-income units. The City will
monitor State law updates which impact density bonuses and will update local plans and
programs as necessary.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Funding: General fund
Program Objectives: Promote the use of density bonus incentives to developers and
provide technical assistance to developers in utilizing density
bonus for maximize feasibility and meet local housing needs.
Schedule: Update the City’s Density Bonus Ordinance to comply with State
law by December 2022; ongoing implementation and annual
monitoring and reporting throughout the planning period
Promote Equal Housing Opportunities
18. Fair Housing Services
San Jacinto is not an Entitlement City and is therefore not required to contract directly with a
fair housing service provider. The City will continue to work with County of Riverside, which
provides fair housing services to all unincorporated areas of the county and non-entitlement
cities. Fair housing services offered by the County include counseling and information on
potential discrimination and landlord/tenant problems; special assistance for ethnic minorities
and single-parent households; homebuyer workshops; and bilingual housing literature.
Information regarding available services will be provided at City Hall, on the City website, and
at other governmental offices within the city. In addition, the City will work cooperatively with
the County of Riverside to distribute fair housing information annually; this information
typically includes flyers on housing discrimination, information on reasonable accommodation
procedures, explanations of housing rights, tenant and landlord information, resources related
to the public health such as the COVID-19 pandemic, rental and utility assistance programs,
and other programs that promote fair and equal housing opportunities.
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: General fund
Program Objectives: Continue to work with the County of Riverside to provide fair
housing services to residents of San Jacinto.
Schedule: At least annually post fair housing information such as flyers and
other program literature online and at City Hall in English and
Spanish; annual proactive coordination with County of Riverside
or other fair housing service provider(s) operating in the City to
solicit information to share with the public online and in hard
copy; work with the County of Riverside or other fair housing
service provider(s) at least annually to identify areas of the City
where reports of discrimination appear to be concentrated and
conduct targeted proactive outreach to landlord in these areas
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19. Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Outreach and Coordination Program
To comply with California Government Code Sections 8899.50, 65583(c)(5), 65583(c)(10),
65583.2(a) (AB 686), the City will develop a plan to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing (AFFH).
The AFFH Plan shall take actions to address significant disparities in housing access and needs
for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status,
national origin, ancestry, familial status, source of income, or disability, and any other
characteristic protected by the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8,
commencing with Section 12900, of Division 3 of Title 2), Government Code Section 65008,
and any other state and federal fair housing and planning law. Specific actions include:
Assess to Opportunity
• Target community revitalization efforts to areas with lower opportunities levels and
develop strategies to enhance mobility and reduce displacement on a biennial basis
(concurrent with the City’s budgeting process).
• Actively recruiting residents from neighborhoods of concentrated poverty to serve or
participate on boards, committees, and other local government bodies as positions are
made available due to the regular appointment process or vacancies (typically every
two or four years).
• Provide education to the community on the importance of participating in the planning
and decision-making process on an annual basis and the importance of completing
Census questionnaires as they are released, with a special focus on ensuring
participation in the decennial census.
• Meet with developers annually to identify special housing needs in the City (i.e., housing
for seniors or persons with disabilities) and encourage development of special needs
housing that accesses the population of San Jacinto.
• Meet with disability service providers, including the Inland Regional Center, to identify
whether there is unmet demand anywhere in the City by March 2022. If an unmet
demand is realized, work with providers to secure funding to expand services by March
2023.
Place Based Solutions
• On an ongoing basis, and at least annually, review land use and planning proposals to
ensure that the City is replacing segregated living patterns with integrated and
balanced living patterns, where applicable and feasible, and working to transform
racially and ethnically concentrated areas of poverty into areas of opportunity without
displacement.
• Use information contained in the Housing Element Background Report and TCAC
resources map, along with information from the City, to create a targeted improvement
program for portions of San Jacinto that need infrastructure improvements and include
the program in the General Plan Implementation Program for future funding.
• Implement Program 5, General Plan and Development Code Update
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Displacement Risk
• Work annually with local organizations to encourage, expand, and publicize fair housing
requirements as part of programs that provide rental assistance to lower income
households.
• Implement Program 2, Preservation of At-Risk Units
Housing Mobility
• In conjunction with the City’s comprehensive General Plan Update in 2022, educate the
community on what affordable/attainable housing means and who it benefits.
• Annual training of City staff, including through coordination with local advocacy groups
or the Fair Housing Council of Riverside County, on how to receive, log, refer, and
follow-up on fair housing complaints. If resolution was not obtained for any complaints,
refer complaint to Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) to ensure that
affordable housing laws are actively enforced.
• Biennial fair housing update to the City Council.
• Staff to meet annually with the Riverside Transit Agency to assess unmet transit needs
in the city and expand routes and frequency as needed to connect residents with
educational facilities (both for youth and adults), employment centers, medical centers,
and other resources and services. If expansion needs are identified, provide technical
support to RTA to apply for funding to support infrastructure improvements. Work with
developers to encourage transit access be included in new projects.
Responsible Agency: City of San Jacinto, Community Development Department;
Housing Rights Center.
Financing: CDBG funds
2021-2029 Objectives: Improve fair housing opportunities and response to complaints
through implementing above actions. Follow-up on 100% of
complaints.
Timing: Ongoing implementation and annual monitoring and reporting
throughout the planning period.
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20. Housing for Extremely-Low-Income Persons and Persons with Special Needs
State law requires local governments to consider the needs of extremely-low-income (ELI)
persons and persons with special needs (i.e., seniors, persons with disabilities, or large
families) in formulating housing programs. In San Jacinto, housing is much more affordable
than most areas of Southern California, and therefore ELI households have less difficulty
finding suitable housing than many other areas. However, in order to encourage and facilitate
additional housing for persons with extremely-low-incomes or persons with special needs the
City will pursue meaningful actions, such as:
• Conduct proactive annual outreach to non-profit developers and developers of housing
for persons with special needs
• Provide regulatory concessions and/or financial incentives when developers include ELI
units in affordable developments
• Facilitate expedited permit processing for new housing that includes ELI units, such as
SROs and transitional/supportive housing
• Encourage the production of new rental units in the City, including units sizes to
accommodate larger families
• Conduct targeted advertising of housing rehabilitation programs to areas with high
concentrations of senior residents
Responsible Agency: Planning Department
Financing: Grant funds, Riverside County EDA
Program Objectives: Strive to facilitate development of 40 ELI units, if feasible, during
the planning period.
Schedule: Annual proactive outreach to non-profit developers; discuss
available concessions and/or incentives with applicants as part
of the development review process.
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21. Residential Energy Conservation
In addition to helping to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, residential energy efficiency can
reduce home heating and cooling costs. Assembly Bill 117 was passed in 2002 to establish
Community Choice Aggregation, which offers an opportunity for Californians to choose their
electric provider and the source of their electricity. As a result, residents of the City of San
Jacinto have the option of choosing between two different electricity providers: San Jacinto
Power (SJP) and Southern California Edison (SCE). As of 2018, SJP is the default electricity
provider for residents and businesses within the City of San Jacinto, while SCE continues to
provide electric delivery, billing services, and maintenance of the lines (San Jacinto Power
2021). Residents may choose to opt out of SJP.
SJP was established to provide residents and businesses with a new choice to the traditional
utility model: a community-controlled power supply that offers electricity from cleaner energy
sources at competitive rates, through the creation of a new, nonprofit public agency. The San
Jacinto City Council governs SJP and operation of the program is administered by City staff
and consultants through a joint agreement with the California Choice Energy Authority
(CalChoice). SJP gets its electricity from suppliers who, much like SCE, get their electricity
from a variety of generation sources. At a minimum, 35 percent of the basic “Prime Power”
option comes from renewable sources such as wind or solar. The “Pure Green” program
provides electricity from 100 percent renewable sources.
The City supports the following programs:
• Support the use of innovative building techniques and construction materials for
residential development, such as energy efficient buildings that utilize solar panels and
sustainable building materials that are recyclable.
• Encourage maximum utilization of Federal, State, and local government programs that
assist homeowners in providing energy conservation measures.
• Continue to participate in regional planning efforts to promote energy conservation and
address climate planning
• Maintain and distribute literature on energy conservation, including solar power,
additional insulation, and subsidies available from San Jacinto Power and utility
companies, and encourage homeowners and landlords to incorporate these features
into construction and remodeling projects.
• Encourage energy conservation devices including but not limited to lighting, water
heater treatments, solar energy systems for all residential projects.
Objectives: Work cooperatively with property owners, utility companies and
other government agencies to reduce energy use in residential
developments.
Responsible Agency: San Jacinto Power
Funding: General Fund; grant programs, as available
Timeline: Implementation throughout the planning period
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4. Quantified Objectives
State law requires the Housing Element to include quantified objectives for the maximum
number of units that can be constructed, rehabilitated or conserved. Policies and programs in
the Housing Element establish the strategies to achieve these objectives. The City’s quantified
objectives are described under each program, and represent the City’s best effort in
implementing each of the programs. Assumptions are based on past program performance and
funding availability, construction trends, land availability, and future programs that will
enhance program effectiveness and achieve full implementation of the City’s housing goals.
The new construction objectives shown in the table below represent a portion of the City’s
overall RHNA for the 2021-2029 planning period for all income levels. The objective identified
for each income level is based on historic trends and patterns of development; units affordable
to lower-income households are historically more difficult to develop due to extremely limited
available funding for affordable housing projects. Moderate- and above-moderate income units
are more likely to be developed by the private market. The City does not build housing and is
not in direct control of the number of units that are constructed during the planning period;
the private market is responsible for developing new projects in San Jacinto.
The table below summarizes the City’s quantified objectives for housing during the 2021-2029
planning period.
TABLE 1: QUANTIFIED HOUSING OBJECTIVES: 2021-2029
New
Construction Rehabilitation
Conservation/
Preservation
Extremely Low Income 80 8
71 Very Low Income 80 8
Low Income 232 16
Moderate Income 560 - -
Above Moderate Income* 1,200 * *
Total 2,152 32 71
* It is assumed that the market will address the need for construction of new above moderate-income
households; based on past trends, the City has assumed that approximately 1,200 above-moderate income
units could be produced by the private market during the planning period. The City has not identified any
above-moderate income units in need of rehabilitation. Finally, it is the City’s intent to promote
conservation/preservation of all of the City’s existing above-moderate income units.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. BACKGROUND REPORT INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 5
2. ACCOMPLISHMENTS UNDER 5TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT .......................................................................... 7
2A. REVIEW OF 2013 HOUSING ELEM ENT ...................................................................................................................... 7
2B. HOUSING PRODUCTION DURING 5TH CYCLE RHNA PERIOD .......................................................................................... 7
2C. APPROPRIATENESS AND EFFECTIVENESS OF 2013 HOUSING ELEMENT ............................................................................. 8
3. HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT ..................................................................................................................... 21
3A. INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND ......................................................................................................................... 21
3B. POPULATION TRENDS AND CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................ 21
3C. HOUSEHOLD CHARACTERISTICS .............................................................................................................................. 25
3D. INCOME ............................................................................................................................................................. 27
3E. HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS .................................................................................................................................. 31
3F. HOUSING COSTS .................................................................................................................................................. 34
3G. FUTURE HOUSING NEEDS ...................................................................................................................................... 41
3H. SPECIAL NEEDS GROUPS ....................................................................................................................................... 42
3I. UNITS AT RISK OF CONVERSION .............................................................................................................................. 53
3J. ESTIMATES OF HOUSING NEED ............................................................................................................................... 57
4. CONSTRAINTS .............................................................................................................................................. 58
4A. GOVERNMENTAL CONSTRAINTS .............................................................................................................................. 58
4B. NON-GOVERNMENTAL CONSTRAINTS ...................................................................................................................... 89
4C. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINTS ............................................................................................................................. 92
4D. INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRAINTS ............................................................................................................................. 93
5. RESOURCES .................................................................................................................................................. 96
5A. REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS ................................................................................................................................... 96
5B. COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN UPDATE/PROPOSED LAND USE MAP .......................................................................... 96
5C. SITES FOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ........................................................................................................................ 97
5D. HOUSING, FINANCIAL, AND SERVICES RESOURCES .................................................................................................... 104
5E. ADMINISTRATIVE RESOURCES ............................................................................................................................... 107
5F. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINTS ........................................................................................................................... 107
5G. ENERGY CONSERVATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE ...................................................................................................... 108
5H. CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN ................................................................................................................. 110
5I. RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER CITY PLANS AND POLICIES ................................................................................................. 111
5J. PRIORITY FOR WATER AND SEWER ........................................................................................................................ 111
6. AFFIRMATIVELY FURTHERING FAIR HOUSING (AFFH) ANALYSIS .................................................................. 112
6A. OUTREACH ....................................................................................................................................................... 112
6B. ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING ISSUES .................................................................................................................. 114
6C. ANALYSIS OF CONTRIBUTING FACTORS ................................................................................................................... 135
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TABLES
TABLE 2–1: REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS ALLOCATION – 5TH CYCLE PROGRESS ................................................................................ 7
TABLE 2–2: EVALUATION OF THE 2013 SAN JACINTO HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAMS .................................................................... 10
TABLE 3–1: POPULATION TRENDS – NEIGHBORING JURISDICTIONS .............................................................................................. 22
TABLE 3–2: POPULATION BY AGE (2018) ............................................................................................................................... 22
TABLE 3–3: RACE AND ETHNICITY (2018) .............................................................................................................................. 23
TABLE 3–4: JOB GROWTH AND EMPLOYMENT STATUS .............................................................................................................. 23
TABLE 3–5: JOBS BY INDUSTRY (2018) .................................................................................................................................. 24
TABLE 3–6: JOBS BY OCCUPATION (2018) .............................................................................................................................. 24
TABLE 3–7: TRAVEL TIME TO WORK (2018) ........................................................................................................................... 25
TABLE 3–8: COMMUTE METHOD (2018) ............................................................................................................................... 25
TABLE 3–9: HOUSEHOLDS BY TENURE AND AGE (2018) ............................................................................................................ 26
TABLE 3–10: HOUSEHOLD SIZE BY TENURE (2018) .................................................................................................................. 27
TABLE 3–11: MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD AND PER CAPITA INCOME .................................................................................................... 27
TABLE 3–12: HOUSEHOLD INCOME FOR ALL HOUSEHOLDS AND BY TENURE (2018) ....................................................................... 28
TABLE 3–13: HOUSEHOLDS BY INCOME GROUP (2017) ............................................................................................................ 28
TABLE 3–14: OCCUPATIONS WITH WAGES FOR EXTREMELY LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS (2020) ..................................................... 30
TABLE 3–15: HOUSING STOCK BY TYPE AND VACANCY (2020) ................................................................................................... 31
TABLE 3–16: VACANCY BY TYPE (2018) ................................................................................................................................. 31
TABLE 3–17: HOUSING STOCK CONDITIONS (2018) ................................................................................................................. 32
TABLE 3–18: OVERCROWDING BY TENURE (2018) .................................................................................................................. 33
TABLE 3–19: HOUSEHOLD SIZE BY TENURE (2018) .................................................................................................................. 34
TABLE 3–20: NUMBER OF BEDROOMS BY TENURE (2018) ........................................................................................................ 34
TABLE 3–21: HOMES FOR SALE (MAY 2021) .......................................................................................................................... 34
TABLE 3–22: RENTAL COSTS (2018) ..................................................................................................................................... 35
TABLE 3–23: RENTAL RATES BY NUMBER OF BEDROOMS........................................................................................................... 36
TABLE 3–24: STATE INCOME LIMITS – RIVERSIDE COUNTY (2020) .............................................................................................. 36
TABLE 3–25: HOUSING AFFORDABILITY BY INCOME GROUP ....................................................................................................... 37
TABLE 3–26: HOUSEHOLDS BY INCOME LEVEL AND COST BURDEN (2017) ................................................................................... 38
TABLE 3–27: DEED RESTRICTED AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS ................................................................................................... 39
TABLE 3–28: MOBILE HOME PARKS IN SAN JACINTO ................................................................................................................ 40
TABLE 3–29: SENIOR POPULATION AND HOUSEHOLDS (2010 & 2018) ....................................................................................... 41
TABLE 3–30: HOUSEHOLDER AGE BY TENURE (2018)............................................................................................................... 42
TABLE 3–31: DISABILITIES BY DISABILITY TYPE (2018) .............................................................................................................. 44
TABLE 3–32: DISABLED PERSONS BY EMPLOYMENT STATUS (2018) ............................................................................................ 44
TABLE 3–33: DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED PERSONS BY RESIDENCE TYPE (2019) ......................................................................... 45
TABLE 3–34: FACILITIES AND SERVICES FOR DISABLED PERSONS .................................................................................................. 45
TABLE 3–35: MEDIAN INCOME BY HOUSEHOLD SIZE (2019) ..................................................................................................... 46
TABLE 3–36: HOUSEHOLD SIZE VERSUS BEDROOM SIZE BY TENURE (2018) .................................................................................. 47
TABLE 3–37: FAMILIES AND FEMALE HOUSEHOLDER WITH CHILDREN UNDER 18 (2018) ................................................................ 48
TABLE 3–38: HOMELESS FACILITIES (2019)* .......................................................................................................................... 50
TABLE 3–39: FACILITIES AND SERVICES FOR THE HOMELESS ........................................................................................................ 51
TABLE 3–40: SUMMARY OF AT-RISK SUBSIDIZED HOUSING UNITS ............................................................................................... 52
TABLE 3–41: SUMMARY OF NEEDS ........................................................................................................................................ 55
TABLE 4–1: CURRENT GENERAL PLAN RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS ............................................................................... 59
TABLE 4–2: PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS ............................................................................. 60
TABLE 4–3: PERMITTED RESIDENTIAL USES BY ZONE ................................................................................................................. 61
TABLE 4–4: ADU AND JADU DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ......................................................................................................... 64
TABLE 4–5: BASIC RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE RE, RR, AND RL ZONES .......................................................... 69
TABLE 4–6: BASIC RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE RE, RR, AND RL ZONES .......................................................... 70
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TABLE 4–7: RESIDENTIAL PARKING REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................. 71
TABLE 4–8: TYPICAL PERMIT PROCESSING TIMES AND REVIEWING BODY ...................................................................................... 75
TABLE 4–9: DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PROCESSING FEES (EFFECTIVE 07/01/2020) ........................................................................ 84
TABLE 4–10: TOTAL FEES FOR TYPICAL SINGLE- AND MULTI-FAMILY UNITS IN SAN JACINTO (2016) ................................................. 85
TABLE 4–11: TOTAL PROCESSING AND FEES FOR TYPICAL SINGLE- AND MULTI-FAMILY UNITS (2016) ............................................... 86
TABLE 5–1: REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS ALLOCATION, 2021-2029 ............................................................................................ 93
TABLE 5–2: CAPACITY ADJUSTMENT FACTORS – RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT .............................................................................. 97
TABLE 5–3: VACANT RESIDENTIAL SITES (OUTSIDE OF SPECIFIC PLANS) ........................................................................................ 97
TABLE 5–4: CAPACITY ADJUSTMENT FACTORS – MIXED-USE ZONES ............................................................................................ 99
TABLE 5–5: VACANT MIXED-USE SITES .................................................................................................................................. 99
TABLE 5–6: RHNA SITE INVENTORY .................................................................................................................................... 100
TABLE 6–1: COMPLIANCE WITH FAIR HOUSING LAWS ............................................................................................................. 115
TABLE 6–2: RACIAL/ETHNIC DISSIMILARITY TRENDS................................................................................................................ 119
TABLE 6–3: DEMOGRAPHIC TRENDS .................................................................................................................................... 120
TABLE 6–4: MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME ........................................................................................................................... 124
TABLE 6–5: OPPORTUNITY INDICATORS BY RACE/ETHNICITY ..................................................................................................... 126
TABLE 6–6: DOMAINS AND LIST OF INDICATORS BY FACTORS .................................................................................................... 127
TABLE 6–7: OPPORTUNITY RESOURCE LEVELS BY CENSUS TRACT ............................................................................................... 127
TABLE 6–8: DEMOGRAPHICS OF HOUSEHOLDS WITH DISPROPORTIONATE HOUSING NEEDS ........................................................... 131
TABLE 6–9: FAIR HOUSING CONTRIBUTING FACTORS .............................................................................................................. 136
FIGURES
FIGURE 5–1: HOUSING ELEMENT SITES ................................................................................................................................ 101
FIGURE 6–1: CENSUS TRACT BOUNDARIES ............................................................................................................................ 137
FIGURE 6–2: DIVERSITY INDEX BY CENSUS BLOCK GROUP 2018 ............................................................................................... 139
FIGURE 6–3: DIVERSITY INDEX BY CENSUS BLOCK GROUP 2010 ............................................................................................... 141
FIGURE 6–4: DIVERSITY INDEX BY CENSUS BLOCK GROUP - COUNTYWIDE ................................................................................... 143
FIGURE 6–5: MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY BLOCK GROUP ................................................................................................. 145
FIGURE 6–6: MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY BLOCK GROUP - COUNTYWIDE ............................................................................ 147
FIGURE 6–7: PROPORTION OF POPULATION WITH DISABILITIES BY CENSUS TRACT ....................................................................... 149
FIGURE 6–8: PROPORTION OF POPULATION WITH DISABILITIES BY CENSUS TRACT - COUNTYWIDE ................................................... 151
FIGURE 6–9: PERCENT OF POPULATION 18 YEARS AND OVER IN HOUSEHOLDS LIVING WITH SPOUSE ............................................... 153
FIGURE 6–10: PERCENT OF POPULATION 18 YEARS AND OVER IN HOUSEHOLDS LIVING WITH SPOUSE - COUNTYWIDE ....................... 155
FIGURE 6–11: PERCENT OF CHILDREN IN MARRIED COUPLE HOUSHOLDS ................................................................................... 157
FIGURE 6–12: PERCENT OF CHILDREN IN MARRIED COUPLE HOUSHOLDS - COUNTYWIDE .............................................................. 159
FIGURE 6–13: FEMALE-HEADED HOUSEHOLDS BY PROPORTION OF CHILDREN PRESENT BY CENSUS TRACT ....................................... 161
FIGURE 6–14: FEMALE-HEADED HOUSEHOLDS BY PROPORTION OF CHILDREN PRESENT BY CENSUS TRACT - COUNTYWIDE .................. 163
FIGURE 6–15: PROPORTION OF SENIOR RESIDENTS BY CENSUS TRACT ....................................................................................... 165
FIGURE 6–16: PROPORTION OF SENIOR RESIDENTS BY CENSUS TRACT - COUNTYWIDE .................................................................. 167
FIGURE 6–17: ETHNICITY ANALYSIS - RACIAL CONCENTRATIONS ............................................................................................... 169
FIGURE 6–18: ETHNICITY ANALYSIS - RACIAL CONCENTRATIONS - COUNTYWIDE .......................................................................... 171
FIGURE 6–19: VERY LOW AND LOW INCOME POPULATION ...................................................................................................... 173
FIGURE 6–20: VERY LOW AND LOW INCOME POPULATION - COUNTYWIDE ................................................................................. 175
FIGURE 6–21: TCAC ECONOMIC SCORE BY CENSUS TRACT ..................................................................................................... 177
FIGURE 6–22: JOB PROXIMITY INDEX BY BLOCK GROUP .......................................................................................................... 179
FIGURE 6–23: TCAC EDUCATIONAL SCORE BY CENSUS TRACT .................................................................................................. 181
FIGURE 6–25: TCAC OPPORTUNITY AREAS BY CENSUS TRACT .................................................................................................. 183
FIGURE 6–26: TCAC OPPORTUNITY AREAS BY CENSUS TRACT .................................................................................................. 185
FIGURE 6–27: OVERCROWDED HOUSEHOLDS ........................................................................................................................ 187
FIGURE 6–28: OVERCROWDED HOUSEHOLDS - COUNTYWIDE ................................................................................................... 189
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FIGURE 6–29: COST-BURDENED RENTER HOUSEHOLDS BY CENSUS TRACT .................................................................................. 191
FIGURE 6–30: COST-BURDENED OWNER HOUSEHOLDS BY CENSUS TRACT .................................................................................. 193
FIGURE 6–31: COST-BURDENED RENTER HOUSEHOLDS BY CENSUS TRACT - COUNTYWIDE ............................................................. 195
FIGURE 6–32: COST-BURDENED OWNER HOUSEHOLDS BY CENSUS TRACT - COUNTYWIDE ............................................................ 197
FIGURE 6–32: SENSITIVE COMMUNITIES............................................................................................................................... 199
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1. Background Report Introduction
The City of San Jacinto, with a present-day population of approximately 51,000 people, is a growing
community located at the base of the San Jacinto mountains in western Riverside County.
Incorporated in 1888 and one of the oldest incorporated cities in Riverside County, San Jacinto lies
at the northern end of the San Jacinto Valley, bounded by Hemet to the south and approximately
40 miles west of Palm Springs. Regional access is provided by the Ramona Expressway and State
Routes 74 and 79. The San Jacinto planning area is approximately 33.2 square miles of land, about
a fourth of which is unincorporated land located to the north and east of the current City limits.
From its rural and agricultural origins, San Jacinto has become one of the fastest growing cities in
Riverside County with existing and future residents finding themselves drawn to the natural aesthetic
and unique character of the City.
State Housing Law (Government Code Section 65583) requires that a “housing element shall consist
of an identification and analysis of existing and projected housing needs and a statement of goals,
policies, quantified objectives, financial resources, and scheduled programs for the preservation,
improvement, and development of housing. The housing element shall identify adequate sites for
housing, including rental housing, factory-built housing, and mobile homes, and shall make
adequate provision for the existing and projected needs of all economic segments of the
community.” This report is an update of the City’s 2013-2021 Housing Element (5th Cycle), adopted
in September 2013.
The assessment and inventory must include all of the following:
• Analysis of population and employment trends, documentation of projections, and a
quantification of the locality’s existing and projected housing needs for all income levels.
Such existing and projected needs shall include the locality’s share of the regional housing
need in accordance with Section 65584 of the Government Code.
• Analysis and documentation of household characteristics, including level of payment
compared to ability to pay, housing characteristics, including overcrowding, and housing
stock condition.
• An inventory of land suitable for residential development, including vacant sites and sites
having potential for redevelopment, and an analysis of the relationship between zoning,
public facilities, and city services to these sites.
• Analysis of potential and actual governmental constraints upon the maintenance,
improvement, or development of housing for all income levels and for persons with
disabilities, including land use controls, building codes and their enforcement, site
improvements, fees and other exactions required of developers, local processing and permit
procedures, and any locally adopted ordinances that directly impact the cost and supply of
residential development.
• Analysis of potential and actual non-governmental constraints upon the maintenance,
improvement, or development of housing for all income levels, including the availability of
financing, the price of land, the cost of construction, requests to develop housing at densities
below the minimum densities in the inventory of sites, and the length of time between
receiving approval for a housing development and submittal of an application for building
permits that hinder the construction of a locality’s share of the regional housing need.
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• The identification of a zone or zones where emergency shelters are allowed as a permitted
use without a conditional use or other discretionary permit.
• Analysis of any special housing needs, such as those of the elderly, disabled, including
developmentally disabled, large families, farmworkers, families with female heads of
households, and families and persons in need of emergency shelter.
• Analysis of opportunities for energy conservation with respect to residential development.
• Analysis of existing assisted multifamily rental housing developments that are eligible to
change from low-income housing to market-rate during the next 10 years.
The Background Report of this housing element identifies the nature and extent of San Jacinto’s
housing needs, including those of special populations, potential housing resources (land and funds),
potential constraints to housing production, and energy conservation opportunities. By examining
the City’s housings, resources, and constraints, the City can then determine a plan of action for
providing adequate housing. This plan is presented in the Housing Plan, which is the policy
component of the Housing Element. In addition to identifying housing needs, the Background Report
also presents information regarding the setting in which these needs occur. This information is
instrumental in providing a better understanding of the community, which in turn is essential for the
planning of future housing needs.
Since the update of the City’s last Housing Element, statutory changes have occurred that must be
included in the 2021-2029 San Jacinto Housing Element (6th Cycle). These laws have been
incorporated in the appropriate sections throughout this Background Report as well as in its
accompanying Policy Document.
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2. Accomplishments Under 5th Cycle Housing Element
The following section reviews and evaluates the City’s progress in implementing the 2013 Housing
Element. It reviews the results and effectiveness of programs, policies, and objectives from the
previous Housing Element planning period, which covered 2013 through 2021. This section also
analyzes the difference between projected housing need and actual housing production.
2A. Review of 2013 Housing Element
The 2013 Housing Element program strategy focused on the accomplishment of policies and
implementation of programs to ensure adequate housing sites, to encourage the production of new
housing, including affordable and special needs housing, to encourage the maintenance and
preservation of existing housing, to remove various constraints to housing, including housing for
special needs populations, and to encourage fair housing and non-discrimination. The 2013 Housing
Element identified the following goals:
Goal 1: Conserve, improve, and rehabilitate existing housing.
Goal 2: Provide adequate sites for new residential construction to meet the needs of all segments
of the community without compromising the character of the City.
Goal 3: Assist in the development of a housing supply which is affordable to all segments of the
community.
Goal 4: Remove governmental constraints to the provision of housing to the greatest extent
feasible and legally permissible.
Goal 5: Promote equal opportunity for housing throughout the City of San Jacinto.
2B. Housing Production During 5th Cycle RHNA Period
The City’s 5th Cycle Housing Element specifically addressed housing needs for San Jacinto from
October 15, 2013 through October 15, 2021, in line with the Regional Housing Needs Allocation
(RHNA) planning period adopted by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG).
Table 2–1 shows the total number of housing units built in the City during the 5th RHNA cycle to
date and compares these units with the units required to be accommodated under the Regional
Housing Needs Allocation.
During the 5th Cycle, 955 units were constructed in the City, including 333 above moderate market-
rate single-family homes and 622 moderate-income units, as shown in Table 2–1.
TABLE 2–1: REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS ALLOCATION – 5TH CYCLE PROGRESS
Status Extremely
Low Very Low Low Moderate Above
Moderate TOTAL
RHNA Allocation 281 281 394 441 1,036 2,433
Permits Issued 0 0 0 622 333 955
Remaining Allocation 281 281 394 0 (surplus of
181 permits) 703 1,478
Sources: 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report
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2C. Appropriateness and Effectiveness of 2013 Housing Element
The overarching goals and policies of the 2013 Housing Element continue to be appropriate to
encourage the City’s housing goals. While the majority of goals, policies, and programs included in
the 2013 Housing Element continue to be appropriate to address the City’s housing needs, the
Housing Plan will be updated to provide clearer guidance and more specific direction to encourage
affordable and special needs housing. The Housing Plan will also be updated to streamline programs
so that they are easier for staff to implement and to include a matrix of programs that includes
timing to make it easier to identify the applicability and timing of programs. In order to improve the
ease of use of the Housing Plan, the housing programs will be presented as a user-friendly table.
While this change is visual, it is anticipated to simplify the implementation and tracking of the
programs.
As discussed in Table 2–2, most housing programs fulfilled their objective and/or are necessary to
comply with housing laws and regulations. The intent of these programs will be kept in the 2021-
2029 Housing Plan, with revisions to address identified specific housing needs, constraints, or other
concerns identified as part of this update, and to affirmatively furthering fair housing. The City
implemented many of the housing programs in the last several years and anticipates that these
changes will further encourage affordable and special needs housing.
A key consideration of this Housing Element is the City’s ongoing comprehensive General Plan
Update, which was initiated in 2018. Through this process, the City is looking to develop a strategic
vision for the future of San Jacinto and chart a course for the next twenty years. The City has worked
diligently with the community, property owners, and other stakeholders as part of this effort, and is
nearing completion of the draft General Plan and Environmental Impact Report (EIR); it is
anticipated that the updated General Plan and EIR will be circulated for public review in early 2022
and considered at a series of public hearings in Spring 2022. Moreover, the City is also completing
a concurrent update to its Development Code to ensure consistency with the General Plan; the
update to the Development Code is expected to be completed by October 2022.
The Housing Plan included in this 2021-2029 Housing Element includes modifications to make
programs more effective, clarify objectives, and ensure that the programs are implementable. See
the Housing Plan for the goals, policies, and programs of this Housing Element.
While the City took a number of significant steps to promote housing during the prior planning period,
the experience of most communities throughout the state demonstrates that it is very difficult for
local governments to meet their fair share housing goals for lower and moderate-income housing
when working alone. All cities, including San Jacinto, have limited financial and staffing resources
and require substantial state and/or federal assistance, which is not available at the levels necessary
to support the City’s housing needs, as well as the technical assistance of area non-profit housing
developers and agencies.
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CUMULATIVE EFFORTS TO ADDRESS SPECIAL HOUSING NEEDS
Government Code Section 65588 requires that local governments review the effectiveness of the
housing element goals, policies, and related actions to meet the community’s special housing needs
(e.g., low income households, elderly, persons with disabilities, large households, female headed
households, farmworkers, persons experiencing homelessness, and non-English speakers). As
shown in Table 2–2, during the 2014-2021 RHNA period, the City worked diligently to continuously
promote housing for special needs groups in a variety of ways by:
• Amending the Municipal Code to permit emergency shelters in accordance with State
law and providing resources to persons experiencing homelessness seeking
shelter;
• Assisting low income and elderly residents that apply for Section 8 rental
assistance;
• Amending the Municipal Code to require that transitional/supportive housing be
subject to the same permit processing procedures as other housing in the same zone;
• Updating the Municipal Code to permit Accessory Dwelling Units pursuant to
California Government Code Sections 65852.150 and 65852.2, to allow for the
development of a unique housing option well-suited to meet the needs of the City’s
lower-income and elderly populations;
• Updating the Municipal Code to include Reasonable Accommodation procedures and
continuing to support and provide resources for individual homeowners requesting
exemptions to zoning and development standards in order to accommodate a
disability, thereby assisting persons with disabilities;
• Supporting a successful Tax Credit application and fast tracking the rehabilitation
plans and review process for an existing 36-unit low-income apartment
development; and
• Providing bilingual handouts and other materials on fair housing to assist non-
English speakers.
The City has considered the cumulative efforts to address special housing needs and finds that the
City’s existing programs to address the community’s special housing needs, particularly for lower
income households, the elderly, persons experiencing homelessness, persons with disabilities, and
non-English speakers, continue to be relevant and will be continued in the next planning period.
Through this review, the City has identified the need to amend specific Housing Programs to more
thoroughly address the needs of large households, female headed households, and farmworkers.
Programs 15 (Development Code Amendments – Housing Constraints), 19 (Affirmatively Furthering
Fair Housing Outreach and Coordination Program), and 20 (Housing for Extremely-Low-Income
Persons) have been amended to further address the community’s special housing needs. The City
will continue to review progress towards addressing these needs as part of each Housing Element
Annual Progress Report.
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Program Accomplishments
Conserve and Improve Affordable Housing
Program 1: Code Enforcement. As part of its Neighborhood
Strategy, code enforcement staff use proactive techniques to
improve the physical condition of the City's homes and
neighborhoods. The code enforcement team addresses the
following:
• Substandard housing
• Weed abatement
• Abandoned vehicle abatement
• General property and building maintenance
• Health and safety conditions
The most important elements of the code enforcement program
are assisting in the identification of substandard housing and
providing information to the public about City and County housing
programs. During this Housing Element cycle, the City will seek
grant funding to complete a comprehensive windshield survey of
housing conditions to determine the number and types of housing
problems and substandard housing conditions in the City. The
results of the survey will be used to target rehabilitation programs
to those areas in greatest need.
Result/Evaluation: The City continues to implement its code enforcement
program and provide information to the public about City and County
housing programs. A comprehensive housing conditions survey has not
been completed due to funding and staffing constraints. Given that the
survey was not completed in the prior year due to budget and staff
constraints, the City has modified this program for the 6th Cycle to include
actions to seek grant funding to support implementation of a housing
conditions survey, and direction to target code enforcement to areas of the
City with significant code violation issues.
In FY17/18, the City added two Code Enforcement Officers in addition to a
Code Enforcement Supervisor to its existing staff to provide better coverage
and quicker response times. The City has maintained staffing levels through
at least FY21/22.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued with modifications to
seek funding in the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
Program 2A: Home Rehabilitation Loan Program. The Home
Rehabilitation Loan Program targets lower-income homeowners
who need extensive repairs to improve the condition of their
homes. The primary focus of the program is code-related
improvements, including major improvements such as roofing,
plumbing, and electrical, followed by aesthetic improvements,
such as paint, carpet, and landscaping. The program includes
improvements needed to correct health and safety violations.
The program provides loans of up to $50,000, with affordability
covenants and no interest for 45 years.
Result/Evaluation: This program was placed on hold in 2011 due to
elimination of the City’s Redevelopment Agency (RDA) and loss of funding.
The City does not currently have a replacement funding source and a future
funding source to continue the program is uncertain at this time. The City
continues to monitor alternative funding sources. There are no known
households in San Jacinto that were assisted by this program in the prior
planning period before its discontinuation.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued with modifications to
seek alternative funding in the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
Program 2B: Enhanced Senior Home Repair Grant Program.
The Enhanced Senior Home Repair Grant Program provides
one-time grants of up to $3,000 to qualified low-income seniors
for needed repairs to both mobile home units and conventional
housing.
Result/Evaluation: This program was placed on hold in 2011 due to
dissolution of the City’s Redevelopment Agency (RDA) and loss of funding.
The City does not currently have a replacement funding source and a future
funding source to continue the program is uncertain at this time. The City
continues to monitor alternative funding sources. There are no known
households in San Jacinto that were assisted by this program in the prior
planning period before its discontinuation.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued in the 2021-2029
Housing Element.
Program 3: Conservation of Existing and Future Affordable
Units. San Jacinto has several assisted affordable housing
developments, although none is at risk of conversion to market
rate during the current planning period. However, the City will
continue to monitor the status of these projects and take steps to
preserve affordability should any become at-risk of conversion in
Result/Evaluation: The City supported a Tax Credit application for one
housing project and it received Tax Credit funding to rehabilitate units and
add a small community room. The rehabilitation was completed in 2017.
The City continues to monitor the status of affordable housing development
projects.
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the future. Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is largely continued in the 2021-
2029 Housing Element, with modifications to reflect the current at-risk status
of affordable units.
Program 4: Section 8 Rental Assistance. The Section 8
Rental Assistance Program provides rental subsidies to very-
low-income (up to 50 percent of areawide median income –
[AMI]) family and elderly households who spend more than 30
percent of their income on rent. The subsidy represents the
difference between 30 percent of monthly income and the actual
rent. Section 8 assistance is issued to the recipients as
vouchers, which permit tenants to choose their own housing and
rent units beyond the federally determined fair market rent in an
area, provided the tenants pay the extra rent increment.
According to the Housing Authority of Riverside County
(HARIVCO), approximately 244 households are receiving
Section 8 assistance in San Jacinto.
Result/Evaluation: The City continues to support the Section 8 Rental
Assistance Program; 244 households are receiving Section 8 assistance in
San Jacinto as of September 30, 2021.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued in the 2021-2029
Housing Element.
Provide Adequate Housing Sites
Program 5: Land Use Element. Planning and regulatory
actions to ensure adequate housing sites are achieved through
the Land Use Element and Development Code. The Land Use
Element provides for a variety of residential types, ranging from
lower-density single-family houses to higher-density apartments
and condominiums. A significant portion of the inventory of sites
for higher-density housing is located in large planned
developments. In some cases, large parcels must be subdivided
to create suitable building sites prior to construction. When large
sites must be divided into smaller parcels prior to development,
the City will facilitate this process through pre-application
meetings to clarify procedures, concurrent priority processing of
subdivision maps with any other required approvals, and
incentives such as density bonus and modified development
standards when the project includes affordable multi-family
housing. The City has a successful track record of facilitating
development applications, and will continue to work
cooperatively with developers to streamline the permit process
for large parcels requiring subdivisions.
The Very High Density Residential (VHDR) land use designation
allows multi-family residential development at 18.1 – 22.0
units/acre (excluding density bonus) and is suitable for lower-
income housing in the San Jacinto market area.
The High Density Residential (HDR) land use designation
currently allows multi-family housing at a density of 10.1 – 14.0
units/acre. As noted in the Technical Appendix, all recent multi-
family developments (both market rate and deed-restricted) in
San Jacinto have been affordable to lower-income households
regardless of density. However, in order to provide enhanced
opportunities for affordable housing development in the current
Result/Evaluation: The Land Use Element was amended in 2012 to provide
additional capacity for high-density housing commensurate with the RHNA
(see also Program 11). The City continues to take action to facilitate
adequate housing site development.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is largely continued in the 2021-
2029 Housing Element with modifications to reflect the changes to the
Development Code which have been adopted since 2013. The City is also
undertaking a comprehensive General Plan Update and associated
Development Code Update.
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planning period, multi-family projects in the HDR district will be
permitted by-right at a density of 20 units/acre when 50% of the
units are restricted for lower-income occupants (see Program
11).
In addition, the City will complete the Development Code update
and incorporate standards for the Very High Density Residential
(VHDR) land use designation (see Program 11) that will permit
multi-family housing by-right at a density of 18.1 to 22.0 dwelling
units per acre (excluding density bonus), with refinements to the
General Plan as necessary in order to maintain consistency
between the Land Use Element and the Development Code.
Program 6: Provide Incentives and Assistance to Affordable
Housing Developments. In order to facilitate the development
of housing for low- and moderate-income households, the City
will implement the following actions:
• Provide administrative assistance to developers
seeking available state and federal funding and/or tax
credits for the construction of low- and moderate-
income housing
• Facilitate projects that incorporate affordable units by
granting modifications to development standards,
expedited processing, or financial incentives
consistent with state law.
• Affordable housing developers will be contacted each
year to solicit interest and apprise them of available
assistance programs.
• Targeted assistance for special needs housing and
extremely-low-income (ELI) units will be provided
through density bonuses and/or regulatory incentives,
modified development standards and fee deferrals,
when feasible.
Result/Evaluation: The City supported a successful Tax Credit application
and fast tracked the rehabilitation plans and review process for an existing
36- unit low-income apartment development. The City continues to
implement actions to facilitate development of housing for low- and
moderate-income households. The City outreached to developers of
affordable housing during the planning period on a regular basis to offer
assistance in seeking funding and educate them on activity in the City,
including sites available for development.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued in the 2021-2029
Housing Element.
Program 7: Downpayment Assistance Program. The
Downpayment Assistance Program provides downpayment or
closing cost assistance of up to 6% of the sales price (up to
$390,450) to persons or families earning up to 120% of the area
median income. The program is flexible and can be used to
reduce monthly payments or cover closing costs.
Result/Evaluation: This program was placed on hold in 2011 due to
dissolution of the RDA and loss of funding. The City does not currently have
a replacement funding source and a future funding source to continue the
program is uncertain at this time. There are no known households in San
Jacinto that were assisted by this program in the prior planning period before
its discontinuation.
Continue/Modify/Delete: Funding is no longer available and this program
has been discontinued.
Program 8: Single-Family Infill Housing Program.
Development of single-family infill housing will help promote
homeownership and neighborhood improvement. Single-family
infill housing can be developed in the older portions of the City,
which will help improve the vacant lots and provide additional
affordable housing opportunities. Several City-owned properties
may be available for development. To enhance the affordability
of the units, down payment assistance may be provided. The
Result/Evaluation: This program was placed on hold due to dissolution of
the RDA and loss of funding. Prior to the dissolution of the RDA, the City
was working with Habitat for Humanity to acquire sites for new homes. The
City does not currently have a replacement funding source and a future
funding source to continue the program is uncertain at this time.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program will be modified in the 2021-2029
Housing Element to reflect the program priorities within the context of
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City will also identify individual vacant lots that are appropriate
for single-family housing development and cooperate with
private property owners to develop housing on these properties.
The City may offer assistance for developing the properties with
housing for income-qualified households to the extent feasible.
available funding sources.
Program 9. Pursue State and Federal Funding. The City will
continue to pursue available state and federal funding sources in
cooperation with private developers, non-profit housing
corporations, and other interested entities to assist in meeting
the needs of lower-income households. The City will work with
developers or other entities to identify the funding sources most
appropriate to meet a specific need and apply for funds, or assist
other entities in applying for funds, during available funding
cycles. City assistance to other entities will include, but not be
limited to:
• Providing data that is necessary for a funding request;
and
• Expediting permit decisions on proposed projects that
require City approval or that will be more competitive
with City approval, prior to submitting funding
requests.
For example, the City is not eligible to apply directly for HOME
funds, but this program is available through the County of
Riverside Economic Development Agency (EDA). HOME funds
are disbursed on a project need basis. The City is currently
working with a developer to design and construct a low-income
housing project and will support the developer’s application for
HOME funds through the County EDA. During the timeframe of
this Housing Element, the City will work with affordable housing
providers to assist in the development of at least one family
housing project that will reduce the incidence of overcrowding
among low-income families who rent.
Result/Evaluation: Through the HOME funded down payment assistance
program, 13 low income families in San Jacinto were assisted between 2014
and 2020. The City routinely engages private developers to assist with
identifying and procuring State and federal funding to provide assistance for
low income developments. The City is a member of Western Riverside
Council of Governments (WRCOG), which has retained Blais & Associates
to identify grant opportunities and provide grant writing assistance. The
report is e-mailed to member agencies on a bi-weekly basis. The most
current overview includes 76 grant programs, several of which are for
housing. City staff utilize the table to help identify grants that may be
appropriate for various development projects. To date, none of the
development projects meet the program requirements for funding. The City
continues to discuss opportunities with potential affordable housing
developers and identify and evaluate potential State and federal funding
sources to support affordable housing development in the community.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued in the 2021-2029
Housing Element with modifications to reflect existing conditions and
priorities.
Program 10: Mortgage Credit Certificate Program. A
Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) entitles qualified home buyers
to reduce the amount of their federal income tax liability by an
amount equal to a portion of the interest paid during the year on
a home mortgage. This tax credit allows the buyer to qualify
more easily for a loan by increasing the effective income of the
buyer. The Riverside County MCC Program provides for a 15%
rate which can be applied to the interest paid on the mortgage
loan. The borrower can claim a tax credit equal to 15% of the
interest paid during the year. Since the borrowers taxes are
being reduced by the amount of the credit, this increases the
take-home pay by the amount of the credit. The buyer takes the
remaining 85% interest as a deduction. When underwriting the
loan, a lender takes this into consideration and the borrower is
able to qualify for a larger loan than would otherwise be possible.
Result/Evaluation: During the planning period, the City worked with
Riverside County EDA to facilitate MCCs for homebuyers in San Jacinto.
MCCs were allocated to 10 homebuyers in 2012; 7 were allocated in 2014; 9
were allocated in 2016; and 2 were allocated in 2018. The program was
suspended in 2018 due to reprioritization away from MCC in favor of rental
housing development.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued with modifications to
support relaunch of the program in the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
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This program was initiated by the Riverside County Economic
Development Agency (EDA) in November 2008. The City will
provide information regarding this program on the City website,
at City Hall and other public locations.
Remove Governmental Constraints
Program 11. Development Code Update. After the updated
General Plan was adopted in 2006, the City began a
comprehensive update to the Development Code to ensure
consistency with the General Plan. In the interim period until the
new Development Code is adopted, the General Plan is the
controlling land use document. If a development application is
submitted for a project that is consistent with the General Plan
but inconsistent with zoning, a zone change will be processed as
part of the application at no additional cost. Any application that
is inconsistent with the Land Use Element of the General Plan
would require a General Plan amendment, even if it is consistent
with the Development Code. As part of this update, the
Ordinance will also be revised for compliance with State law. In
2003 the City updated the Second Unit Ordinance to permit
second units by-right in accordance with Section 65852.2,
eliminating the need for a conditional use permit.
The following additional issues will be addressed in the current
Housing Element cycle:
a. Small Community Care Facilities: Sections 5116 and
5117 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code
stipulate that the use of property by state-licensed
facilities for the care of six or fewer disabled persons
is a residential use of such property for the purposes
of zoning.
b. Small Community Care Facilities: Sections 5116 and
5117 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code
stipulate that the use of property by state-licensed
facilities for the care of six or fewer disabled persons
is a residential use of such property for the purposes
of zoning.
c. Emergency Shelters: In accordance with Government
Code §65583(c)(1), the City must encourage and
facilitate the development of a variety of housing
types, including emergency shelters. The City will
identify at least one zone that explicitly permits
emergency shelters by right, consistent with SB 2 of
2007. Based on preliminary review, the Heavy
Commercial Limited Industrial Zone will be considered
for this purpose. Within one year of Housing Element
adoption, the City Council will make a final
determination and adopt an ordinance identifying at
least one zone where emergency shelters may be
Result/Evaluation: This Development Code Update was adopted by the
City Council in 2012 and has been periodically amended since that time.
This program has been completed.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program will be modified to reflect any new
Development Code Updates that are required in order to comply with current
state housing law. The identification of these necessary updates are
included in this Housing Element Background Report and in the Housing
Plan.
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established by-right (i.e., with no conditional use
permit or other discretionary approval) subject to
appropriate development standards. The selected
zone will provide adequate capacity to accommodate
at least one year-round shelter and will subject
shelters only to those development and management
standards that apply to other developments in the
same zone, in conformance with SB 2.
d. Transitional and Supportive Housing: The Municipal
Code will be amended to clarify that
transitional/supportive housing is a residential use
subject to the same requirements as other residential
uses of the same type in the same zone.
e. Definition of “Family: The Municipal Code definition of
“family” will be amended consistent with current law.
f. Density Bonus: Recent changes to California
Government Code §65915 require the City to update
its Density Bonus Ordinance. Under the current law,
applicants are eligible for a range of density bonuses
up to 35 percent based on the percentage of
affordable units in a development. Applicants are also
eligible for a new land donation density bonus. The
City is now required to offer one to three regulatory
incentives based on the percentage of affordable units
in a development. Reduced, waived, or partially paid
fees are possible incentives associated with
applications for density bonuses. The law also limits
parking requirements that localities may impose.
g. New Medium High Residential (MHR) district and
increased density in the High-Density Residential
(HDR) district: To enhance the feasibility of affordable
multifamily housing, the City will amend the zoning
regulations for the HDR district to increase the
allowable density range from 10.1 – 14.0 units/acre to
14.1 – 18.0 units/acre (excluding density bonus). A
companion amendment to the Land Use Element will
also be processed to establish a density range of 14.1
– 18.0 units/acre in the High Density Residential
General Plan land use designation.
In connection with this amendment, a new “Medium
High Residential” (MHR) district will be established
with an allowable density range of 10.1 – 14.0
units/acre and properties currently located in the HDR
district will be reclassified as MHR. In order to create
additional incentives for affordable housing
development in the current planning period
commensurate with the RHNA, development projects
in the new MHR district that provide at least 50% of
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the units reserved for lower-income households will be
permitted by-right at a density of 20 units/acre and
may utilize the development standards that are
applicable to the VHDR district. Such projects will not
be subject to the bonus density criteria that apply to
other developments (see Technical Report p. TR-34)
in order to achieve a density of 20 units/acre. The City
will also provide assistance to affordable housing
developments as described in Program 6.
The sites to be reclassified to MHR are listed in
Appendix B, Table B-4 and are subject to the following
requirements pursuant to Government Code
§65583.2(h):
• Owner-occupied and rental multi-family
residential use shall be permitted by-right
• Minimum of 16 units per site
• Minimum density of 20 units/acre
• At least 50% of the unmet need shall be
accommodated on sites designated for
residential use and for which non-residential
uses or mixed uses are not permitted.
Following adoption of the General Plan and zoning
amendments to reclassify HDR properties to MHR,
owners of these properties may request redesignation
to the new HDR designation subject to the provision of
community benefits (such as housing affordability or
public improvements) in recognition of the increased
property value that is created with higher densities.
h. New VHDR Zoning District: Develop new standards to
implement the Very High Density Residential (VHDR)
General Plan land use designation. This new zoning
district will permit residential densities from 18.1 to
22.0 dwelling units per acre. Among the development
standards to be adopted with this new district will be:
• A requirement that projects not develop below
the minimum density of 18.1 dwelling units per
acre to ensure the City can accommodate its
share of very-low-income housing needs; and
• Allowance of residential projects as a permitted
use by-right (no conditional use permit or other
discretionary requirement as in the R-3 zone).
• Standards for parking, lot coverage and height
limits that encourage and facilitate development
of multi-family housing affordable to lower-
income households.
• As noted in Appendix D (Analysis of
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Unaccommodated Need from the Previous
Planning Period) some parcels within the
new VHDR General Plan Land Use
category are not currently within a zoning
district with development standards that
would allow development consistent with
the VHDR General Plan designation, and
therefore these sites are subject to the
requirements of Government Code §
65583.2(h) described above. In addition,
projects on these sites that provide at least
50% of the units reserved for lower-income
households will be permitted by-right at the
upper end of the allowable density range
(i.e., 22 units/acre) and will not be subject to
the bonus density criteria that apply to other
developments (see Technical Report p. TR-
34) in order to achieve this density. These
VHDR sites are listed in Appendix B, Table
B-4 and will be rezoned to VHR concurrent
with Housing Element adoption.
The City shall comply with the “no net loss” provisions
of Government Code §65863 through the
implementation of an ongoing project-by-project
evaluation process to ensure that adequate sites are
available to accommodate the City’s RHNA share
throughout the planning period. The City shall not
reduce the allowable density of any site in its
residential land inventory, nor approve a development
project at a lower density than assumed in the land
inventory, unless both of the following findings are
made:
• The reduction is consistent with the adopted
General Plan, including the Housing Element;
and
• The remaining sites identified in the Housing
Element are adequate to accommodate the
City’s share of regional housing need pursuant to
Government Code §65584.
If a reduction in residential density for any parcel
would result in the remaining sites in the Housing
Element land inventory not being adequate to
accommodate the City’s share of the regional housing
need pursuant to §65584, the City may reduce the
density on that parcel if it identifies sufficient
additional, adequate and available sites with an equal
or greater residential density so that there is no net
loss of residential unit capacity.
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As part of the annual General Plan implementation
report, the City will review housing activity in the MHR
and VHDR districts to ascertain the effectiveness of
this program in facilitating affordable housing
production. If it is determined that the bonus density
provision for projects that include 50% lower-income
units is not resulting in a beneficial impact on housing
production and RHNA objectives, the City Council will
review other options for facilitating affordable housing
development.
i. Rezone S-D Lands to R-2: To achieve consistency
with State fair housing laws, the City will eliminate the
senior development zone and rezone these areas R-2.
The rezone will include incentives and flexible
development standards to encourage senior housing
development at these locations.
j. PUD review procedures: In order to minimize
processing time and enhance the certainty of
development, the Development Code will be amended
to limit the PUD review process to confirming that
projects comply with applicable development
standards.
Promote Equal Housing Opportunities
Program 12: Fair Housing Services. San Jacinto is not an
Entitlement City and is therefore not required to contract directly
with a fair housing service provider. The City will continue to
work with County of Riverside, which provides fair housing
services to all unincorporated areas of the county and non-
entitlement cities. Fair housing services offered by the County
include counseling and information on potential discrimination
and landlord/tenant problems; special assistance for ethnic
minorities and single-parent households; and bilingual housing
literature. Information regarding available services will be
provided at City Hall, on the City website, and at other
governmental offices within the city. In addition, the City will work
cooperatively with the County of Riverside to distribute fair
housing information annually.
Result/Evaluation: The City continues to work with the County of Riverside,
who provides fair housing services through Riverside County EDA. Fair
Housing Provides the following services: Anti-Discrimination; Landlord –
Tenant Services; First-Time Homebuyer; Foreclosure Prevention; Pre-
Purchase Consulting; Credit Counseling; and Training. During the planning
period, the Fair Housing Council provided homebuyer workshops. The City
continues to provide information on available fair housing services.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued in the 2021-2029
Housing Element.
Program 13. Reasonable Accommodation in Housing for
Persons with Disabilities. Both the Federal Fair Housing Act
and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act require
local governments to make reasonable accommodations (i.e.
modifications or exceptions) in their zoning laws and other land
use regulations to allow disabled persons an equal opportunity to
use and enjoy a dwelling.
Although existing City practices and customs provide reasonable
accommodation for housing intended for persons with
disabilities, the City does not have a formal policy or procedure
Result/Evaluation: The City updated the Development Code in 2014 to
include Reasonable Accommodation procedures in accordance with
Government Code §65583(c)(3). The City continues to monitor zoning laws
and other land use regulations and ensure consistency with state and
federal statute related to reasonable accommodations.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is largely continued into the 2021-
2029 Housing Element with minor modifications to reflect existing conditions
and requirements.
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for processing such requests. The City will amend the
Development Code to establish formal policy and procedures for
processing requests for reasonable accommodation
administratively in accordance with Government Code
§65583(c)(3).
Program 14. Housing for Extremely-Low-Income Persons.
Recent changes to state law (AB 2634 of 2006) require local
governments to consider the needs of extremely-low-income
(ELI) persons in formulating housing programs. In San Jacinto,
housing is much more affordable than most areas of Southern
California, and therefore ELI households have less difficulty
finding suitable housing than many other areas. However, in
order to encourage and facilitate additional housing for persons
with extremely-low-incomes the City will pursue the following
actions:
• Provide expedited permit processing for new housing
that includes ELI units, such as SROs and
transitional/supportive housing
• Provide regulatory concessions and/or financial
incentives when developers include ELI units in
affordable developments
• Conduct annual outreach to non-profit developers
Result/Evaluation: The City continues to work with affordable housing
developers to identify potential sites and to facilitate development of ELI
units, although no ELI units were produced during the planning period.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued in the 2021-2019
Housing Element.
Program 15. Residential Energy Conservation. With the
adoption of AB 32, California’s greenhouse gas legislation,
energy conservation is a growing concern. In addition to helping
to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, residential energy
efficiency can reduce home heating and cooling costs.
a. Through the Energy Leader Partnership Program,
Southern California Edison provides support to local
governments to identify and address energy efficiency
opportunities in municipal facilities, take actions
supporting the California Long Term Energy Efficiency
Strategic Plan and increase community awareness
and participation in demand side management
opportunities. A key goal in SCE's local government
partnerships is helping cities and counties lead by
example in addressing energy efficiency first in their
own municipal facilities. In addition, the program
strives to expand the policies and the energy
management capacity at local governments to
maintain a long term sustainability focus. The City of
San Jacinto will seek to participate in the Energy
Leader Program with SCE to encourage and facilitate
opportunities for energy efficiency.
b. Support the use of innovative building techniques and
construction materials for residential development,
such as energy efficient buildings that utilize solar
Result/Evaluation: During the planning period, the City supported the
Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) HERO program for
providing low interest loans to qualified property owners for energy efficient
upgrades. 601 households in San Jacinto utilized the HERO program
between 2013 and 2021. In 2020, the program operator, Renovate America,
filed for bankruptcy, thereby ending the program. The City will actively
engage with WRCOG on developing a new program that provides
assistance to homeowners for Residential Energy Conservation programs.
In addition, the City will provide information to San Jacinto Power customers
on an annual basis, including on the San Jacinto Power website, information
regarding available rebates and programs related to Residential Energy
Conservation.
Continue/Modify/Delete: This program is continued, with modifications to
reflect current programs, in the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
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Program Accomplishments
panels and sustainable building materials that are
recyclable.
c. Encourage maximum utilization of Federal, State, and
local government programs, such as the County of
Riverside Home Weatherization Program, that assist
homeowners in providing energy conservation
measures.
d. Maintain and distribute literature on energy
conservation, including solar power, additional
insulation, and subsidies available from utility
companies, and encourage homeowners and
landlords to incorporate these features into
construction and remodeling projects.
e. Encourage energy conservation devices including but
not limited to lighting, water heater treatments, solar
energy systems for all residential projects.
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3. Housing Needs Assessment
3A. Introduction and Background
The purpose of the Housing Needs Assessment is to describe housing, economic, and demographic
conditions in San Jacinto, assess the demand for housing for households at all income levels, and
document the demand for housing to serve various special needs populations. The Housing Needs
Assessment also addresses whether assisted housing projects are at risk of converting to market
rate projects. The Housing Needs Assessment is intended to assist San Jacinto in developing housing
goals and formulating policies and programs that address local housing needs.
Several sources of data were used to describe existing demographic and housing conditions,
including the following:
• Pre-Certified Local Housing Data package for the City of San Jacinto developed by
the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) and pre-certified by the
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for use in
6th cycle housing elements.
• Data from the 2010 U.S. Census, 2014-2018 U.S. Census American Community
Survey (ACS), California Department of Finance (DOF), California Employee
Development Department (EDD), and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) is included to provide information on population, household,
housing, income, employment, and other demographic characteristics.
• Regional information from the Fair Housing Council of Riverside County.
• Other sources of economic data such as information from the websites Zillow.com
and Apartments.com, and other published data are used where current Census,
ACS, DOF, HUD, and other standard data sources do not provide relevant data.
• Interviews with key agencies and organizations were conducted to obtain
information on housing needs and, in particular, needs of populations with special
housing needs.
• Research and data related to fair housing, including Census Scope, Social Science
Data Analysis Network, the UC Davis Center for Regional Change and Rabobank,
N.A., and the California Fair Housing Task Force.
Due to the use of multiple data sources (with some varying dates), there are slight variations in
some of the information, such as total population and total household numbers, presented in this
document. However, these variations do not significantly affect the discussion of overall housing
trends and changes.
3B. Population Trends and Characteristics
POPULATION GROWTH
Table 3–1 shows population growth for San Jacinto and other jurisdictions in the region from 2000
through 2020. According to data prepared by the California DOF, the population of San Jacinto in
2020 was 51,028 persons, an increase of approximately 15.4% since 2010. During the previous
decade (2000 to 2010), the City’s population increased by 85.9%. San Jacinto’s growth rate has
been higher than the countywide growth rate, with Riverside County experiencing drastically lower
population growth rates than San Jacinto during the 2000 to 2010 period, and slightly lower
population growth rates than San Jacinto during the 2010 to 2020 period, as shown in Table 3–1.
This population growth is due in large part to pressure from surrounding counties; as Orange, Los
Angeles, and San Diego Counties became overcrowded, residents turned to less expensive options
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in Riverside County. As an established city with room to grow and located in close proximity to these
counties, San Jacinto may have benefited from this migration trend more than other areas of
Riverside County. Of neighboring jurisdictions, the City of Moreno Valley had the greatest numeric
change in population (66,457 persons) and the City of Perris had the largest percentage change in
population (121.6%) from 2000 to 2020.
TABLE 3–1: POPULATION TRENDS – NEIGHBORING JURISDICTIONS
Jurisdiction 2000 2010 2020
Change
2000-20
% Change
2000-20
San Jacinto 23,779 44,213 51,028 27,249 114.6%
Moreno Valley 142,381 193,365 208,838 66,457 46.7%
Temecula 57,716 100,097 111,970 54,254 94.0%
Hemet 58,812 78,657 85,175 26,363 44.8%
Lake Elsinore 28,928 51,821 63,453 34,525 119.4%
Perris 36,189 68,386 80,201 44,012 121.6%
Riverside County 1,545,387 2,189,641 2,442,304 896,917 58.0%
Sources: US Census, 2000; DOF, 2020
AGE
Changes in the age groups can indicate future housing needs. Table 3–2 compares age cohort sizes
in 2018 for San Jacinto and Riverside County. In San Jacinto, children under 15 comprise 24.5% of
the City’s population, teens and young adults (15 – 24) represent 15.7%, and adults in family-
forming age groups (25 – 44) comprise 26.4%. Adults aged 45 to 64 represent 22.4% of the
population and seniors (65 and over) comprise 11%. In 2018, the median age in San Jacinto (32.2
years) was approximately three years lower than that of Riverside County (35.3 years) and four
years lower than the statewide median age (36.3 years).
TABLE 3–2: POPULATION BY AGE (2018)
Age San Jacinto Riverside County
Number Percent Number Percent
Under 5 Years 3,798 8.00% 158,008 6.6%
5 to 9 3,697 7.80% 169,403 7.1%
10 to 14 4,136 8.70% 177,796 7.5%
15 to 19 3,949 8.30% 177,697 7.5%
20 to 24 3,512 7.40% 170,153 7.1%
25 to 34 6,073 12.8% 328,917 13.8%
35 to 44 6,478 13.7% 303,627 12.7%
45 to 54 6,060 12.7% 303,884 12.8%
55 to 64 4,579 9.7% 265,192 11.1%
65 to 74 3,322 7.0% 186,772 7.8%
75 to 84 1,323 2.8% 101,900 4.3%
85 and Over 547 1.2% 39,937 1.7%
TOTAL 47,474 100% 2,383,286 100%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
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RACE/ETHNICITY
Table 3–3 shows the ethnic composition of San Jacinto’s population. Approximately two-thirds
(67.8%) of the City’s population identify as White. The next largest racial group is “some other race”
(14.2%), followed by Black or African American (6.9%), “two or more races” (4.9%), Asian (3.9%),
and American Indian or Alaska Native (2.3%), and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (0.1%).
More than half of the population (54.1%) is of Hispanic or Latino origin. San Jacinto has a higher
proportion of groups that identify as White, American Indian or Alaska Native, or Hispanic or Latino
than the County, and fewer who identify as Asian or “some other race” which has the potential to
influence buying preferences and the demand for special needs housing (e.g., multigenerational
housing).
TABLE 3–3: RACE AND ETHNICITY (2018)
Race/Ethnicity San Jacinto Riverside County
Number Percent Number Percent
White 32,173 67.8% 1,450,134 60.8%
Black or African American 3,270 6.9% 153,545 6.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native 1,075 2.3% 19,281 0.8%
Asian 1,847 3.9% 152,130 6.4%
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander 27 0.1% 6,843 0.3%
Some Other Race 6,744 14.2% 495,241 20.8%
Two or More Races 2,338 4.9% 106,112 4.5%
TOTAL 47,474 100% 2,383,286 100%
Hispanic or Latino (of any race) 25,676 54.1% 1,154,517 48.4%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
EMPLOYMENT
One of the factors that can contribute to an increase in demand for housing is expansion of the
employment base. Table 3–4 shows the employment and unemployment rates for persons 16 years
and older that were in the labor force in 2010 and 2018. In 2018, ACS data indicated that there
were 17,977 employed persons in the San Jacinto labor force and that the unemployment rate was
approximately 10%, a decrease from 16.7% in 2010 as the City (and country) emerged from the
Great Recession. According to the labor report data compiled by the California EDD, the Riverside-
San Bernardino-Ontario Metropolitan Area’s average annual unemployment rate in 2018 was
estimated at 4.3%, Riverside County’s rate was 4.5%, while California’s was 4.1%.
TABLE 3–4: JOB GROWTH AND EMPLOYMENT STATUS
2010 2018
Number Percent Number Percent
Total Persons in Labor Force 17,200 100% 19,976 100%
Employed 14,322 83.3% 17,977 90%
Unemployed 2,878 16.7% 1,999 10%
Sources: US Census, 2006-2010 ACS and 2014-2018 ACS
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INDUSTRY AND OCCUPATION
Of San Jacinto’s employed residents, the “Educational services, health care and social assistance”
industry employed the most people at 21.2%. The second largest employment sector was the “Retail
trade” industry, which had 14.8% of the total employed persons in San Jacinto. The top two
employment categories in Riverside County were the “Educational services, health care and social
assistance” industry at 20.7% and the “Retail trade” industry at 12.9%.
The City’s workforce holds a variety of types of jobs as shown in Table 3–6, with the largest sector
(24.2%) working in management, business, science, and arts occupations, followed by 21.5% in
service occupations. Employment and occupation trends play an important role in defining housing
needs. This relationship extends beyond the impact of employment growth on housing demand in
the City and includes how wage levels and median earnings affect the type of housing affordable to
workers and households in San Jacinto. There is a significant gap, for example, between the median
earnings of a resident employed in management and a resident employed in a service occupation,
and this translates into the type of housing that is needed in the City.
TABLE 3–5: JOBS BY INDUSTRY (2018)
Industry Number Percent
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, mining 329 1.8%
Arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation, food services 1,733 9.7%
Construction 1,652 9.2%
Educational services, health care and social assistance 3,801 21.2%
Finance and insurance, real estate and rental and leasing 693 3.9%
Information 94 0.5%
Manufacturing 1,287 7.2%
Other services 921 5.1%
Professional, scientific, management, administrative, waste mgmt. 1,828 10.2%
Public administration 721 4.0%
Retail trade 2,643 14.8%
Transportation, warehousing, utilities 1,763 9.9%
Wholesale trade 429 2.4%
TOTAL (Civilian Labor Force) 17,894 100%
Armed Forces 83 100%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
TABLE 3–6: JOBS BY OCCUPATION (2018)
Occupation Number Percent Median
Earnings*
Management, business, science, and arts occupations 4,327 24.2% $50,494
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance occupations 2,565 14.3% $35,303
Production, transportation, and material moving 3,766 21.0% $25,067
Sales and office occupations 3,389 18.9% $26,077
Service occupations 3,847 21.5% $17,293
*Median earnings in previous 12 months prior to survey
Sources: SCAG 6th Cycle Data Package; US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
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TRAVEL TO WORK
Approximately 45% of San Jacinto workers 16 years and over travelled less than 30 minutes to
work. Comparatively, almost a quarter (22.3%) of workers drive more than 60 minutes to work.
Most San Jacinto workers, 76.8%, drive alone to work and 15.1% carpool. Table 3–7 identifies travel
time to work and Table 3–8 identifies commute methods for San Jacinto workers in 2018.
TABLE 3–7: TRAVEL TIME TO WORK (2018) TABLE 3–8: COMMUTE METHOD (2018)
Number Percent Number Percent
Less than 10 minutes 1,972 11.7% Drive Alone 13,357 76.8%
10-19 minutes 3,154 18.8% Carpooled 2,622 15.1%
20-29 minutes 2,430 14.4% Public Transportation 99 0.6%
30-44 minutes 3,475 20.7% Walk 345 2.0%
45-59 minutes 2,036 12.1% Other 398 2.3%
60 + minutes 3,754 22.3% Work at Home 564 3.2%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
3C. Household Characteristics
According to the Census, a household is defined as all persons living in a housing unit. This
definition includes families (related individuals living together), unrelated individuals living together,
and individuals living alone.
A housing unit is defined by the Census as a house, an apartment, a mobile home, a group of
rooms, or a single room that is occupied (or if vacant, is intended for occupancy) as separate living
quarters. Separate living quarters are those in which the occupants live and eat separately from any
other persons in the building and which have direct access from the outside of the building or through
a common hall. The occupants may be a single family, one person living alone, two or more families
living together, or any other group of related or unrelated persons who share living arrangements.
People living in retirement homes or other group living situations are not considered “households”
for the purpose of the U.S. Census count. The household characteristics in a community, including
household size, income, and the presence of special needs households, are important factors in
determining the size and type of housing needed in the City.
Table 3–9 below identifies the ages of householders in San Jacinto and Riverside County in 2018
based on ACS data from 2014-2018. Homeowner households are generally headed by residents
early middle-aged to middle-aged, with 53% of homeowner households headed by a resident 35-
59 years of age; however, 17% of homeowner households are headed by someone 65-74 years.
Households who rent their homes trend slightly younger; about 62.6% of renter households are
headed by a person aged 25-54.
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TABLE 3–9: HOUSEHOLDS BY TENURE AND AGE (2018)
San Jacinto Riverside County
Number % Number %
Total Households: 12,717 - 718,349 -
Owner Occupied: 8,182 64.3% 472,401 65.8%
Householder 15 to 24 years 34 0.3% 2,850 0.4%
Householder 25 to 34 years 973 7.7% 43,381 6.0%
Householder 35 to 44 years 1,599 12.6% 77,261 10.8%
Householder 45 to 54 years 1,916 15.1% 101,801 14.2%
Householder 55 to 59 years 821 6.5% 54,048 7.5%
Householder 60 to 64 years 779 6.1% 49,348 6.9%
Householder 65 to 74 years 1,393 11.0% 80,773 11.2%
Householder 75 to 84 years 488 3.8% 46,189 6.4%
Householder 85 years and older 179 1.4% 16,750 2.3%
Renter Occupied: 4,535 35.7% 245,948 34.2%
Householder 15 to 24 years 315 2.5% 12,648 1.8%
Householder 25 to 34 years 717 5.6% 56,200 7.8%
Householder 35 to 44 years 1,270 10.0% 60,241 8.4%
Householder 45 to 54 years 852 6.7% 47,171 6.6%
Householder 55 to 59 years 403 3.2% 18,293 2.5%
Householder 60 to 64 years 312 2.5% 14,055 2.0%
Householder 65 to 74 years 401 3.2% 21,041 2.9%
Householder 75 to 84 years 139 1.1% 10,839 1.5%
Householder 85 years and older 126 1.0% 5,460 0.8%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS 5-Year Data Profile (Table B25007)
Table 3–10 identifies the household sizes by housing tenure. In 2018, the majority of households
consisted of 2 to 4 persons, which is consistent with the County’s profile. However, large households
of 5 or more persons made up 24.7% of the total households in San Jacinto – a sizable percentage
of total households and a higher proportion when compared to the County. The average household
size was 3.71 persons in San Jacinto, compared to 3.27 persons for the County. Additionally, the
average household size in 2018 for an owner-occupied unit was 3.68 persons per household and
3.78 persons per household for a renter-occupied unit.
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TABLE 3–10: HOUSEHOLD SIZE BY TENURE (2018)
San Jacinto Riverside County
Number % Number %
Owner Households 8,182 100.0% 472,401 100.0%
Householder living alone 1,279 15.6% 94,214 19.9%
Households 2–4 persons 4,884 59.7% 297,075 62.9%
Large households 5+ persons 2,019 24.7% 81,112 17.2%
Average Household Size 3.68 persons 3.25 persons
Renter Households 4,535 100.0% 245,948 100.0%
Householder living alone 894 19.7% 61,899 25.2%
Households 2–4 persons 2,520 55.6% 135,765 55.2%
Large households 5+ persons 1,121 24.7% 48,284 19.6%
Average Household Size 3.78 persons 3.3 persons
Total Households 12,717 100.0% 718,349 100.0%
Householder living alone 2,173 17.1% 156,113 21.7%
Households 2–4 persons 7,404 58.2% 432,840 60.3%
Large households 5+ persons 3,140 24.7% 129,396 18.0%
Average Household Size 3.71 persons 3.27 persons
Sources: SCAG 6th Cycle Data Package; U.S. Census Bureau, 2014-2018 ACS; 2014-2018 ACS 5-Year Data Profile
(Table B25009)
3D. Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
From 2000 to 2018, the median household income increased by 64.8% to $50,483 and the per
capita income increased by 40.9% to $18,687. From 2010 to 2018, there was an increase in both
per capita and median household incomes. Table 3–11 identifies the per capita and median
household incomes.
TABLE 3–11: MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD AND PER CAPITA INCOME
2000 2010 2018
Median Household Income $30,627 $45,567 $50,483
Per Capita Income $13,265 $18,154 $18,687
Sources: US Census, 2000; US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
In 2018, a slight majority (50.5%) of San Jacinto’s households earned in excess of $50,000 per
year. The incidence of households earning less than $35,000 per year was significantly higher among
renter households (50.3%) than owner households (25.9%). Table 3–12 identifies household income
by tenure. As shown in Table 3–12, the median income of owner households is approximately
$26,000 more than renter households. Compared to the County, median household incomes are
lower for both owner and renter households – by 21.6% and 18.1%, respectively.
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TABLE 3–12: HOUSEHOLD INCOME FOR ALL HOUSEHOLDS AND BY TENURE (2018)
All Households Owner Households Renter Households
Household Income Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
Less than $5,000 427 3.4% 200 2.4% 227 5.0%
$5,000 to $9,999 303 2.4% 66 0.8% 237 5.2%
$10,000 to $14,999 672 5.3% 237 2.9% 435 9.6%
$15,000 to $19,999 806 6.3% 415 5.1% 391 8.6%
$20,000 to $24,999 674 5.3% 272 3.3% 402 8.9%
$25,000 to $34,999 1521 12.0% 931 11.4% 590 13.0%
$35,000 to $49,999 1896 14.9% 1,186 14.5% 710 15.7%
$50,000 to $74,999 2393 18.8% 1,761 21.5% 632 13.9%
$75,000 to $99,999 1571 12.4% 1,166 14.3% 405 8.9%
$100,000 to $149,999 1651 13.0% 1,279 15.6% 372 8.2%
$150,000 or more 803 6.3% 669 8.2% 134 3.0%
Median Household Income
– San Jacinto $50,483 $61,123 $34,763
Median Household Income
– Riverside County $63,948 $77,991 $42,445
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
HOUSEHOLDS BY INCOME GROUP
A special aggregation of 2013-2017 ACS data performed by HUD, titled the Comprehensive Housing
Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, provides a breakdown of households by income group by tenure.
The number of households in extremely low, very low, low, as well as moderate and above
moderate-income groups is shown in Table 3–13. Approximately half (50.6%) of all households are
at, or above, moderate income. The HUD CHAS data indicates the extremely low-income group
represents 22.9% of households, and a higher proportion are renters (1,555) than owners (540).
The very low-income group represents 16.3% of households and the low-income group represents
20.8% of households. The City’s RHNA identifies the City’s share of regional housing needs for
extremely low, very low, and low-income households, as well as for moderate and above moderate-
income households. As shown in Table 3–13, there is a larger proportion of renters in the extremely
low and very low-income groups, while there is a larger proportion of low and moderate and above
moderate-income groups in owner households.
TABLE 3–13: HOUSEHOLDS BY INCOME GROUP (2017)
Income Group Total Owner Renter
Households Percent Households Percent Households Percent
Extremely Low (<30% AMI) 1,555 12.3% 540 6.6% 1,015 22.9%
Very Low (31–50% AMI) 2,070 16.3% 1,045 12.7% 1,025 23.1%
Low (51–80% AMI) 2,640 20.8% 1,760 21.4% 880 19.8%
Moderate and Above Moderate
(>80% AMI)
6,405 50.6% 4,885 59.4% 1,520 34.2%
TOTAL 12,670 100.0% 8,230 100.0% 4,440 100.0%
Source: HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS), 2013-2017
Available: https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/cp.html
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POVERTY LEVELS
The 2014-2018 ACS data indicates that 1,495 (14.9%) of all San Jacinto families and 8,580
individuals (18.2%) had incomes at or below the poverty level. According to the ACS data, poverty
rates are disparate between races and economic indicators are particularly severe for those identified
as “Two or more races” and for American Indian and Alaska Native populations. In 2018, those
identified as “Two or more races” had a poverty rate of 30.9% compared to 26.3% for American
Indian and Alaska Natives, 20% Hispanics/Latinos, 18.7% for Blacks/African Americans, 18.3% for
Whites, and 13.3% for Asians.
The level of poverty in a jurisdiction often influences the need for housing to accommodate those
persons and families in the very low and low-income categories. The U.S. Census Bureau measures
poverty by using a set of money income thresholds that vary by family size and composition of who
is in poverty. If a family’s total income is less than the family’s threshold, then that family and every
individual in it is considered in poverty. For example, the poverty threshold for a family of two with
no children would be $17,120; a household of two with a householder aged 65 or older and no
children has a poverty threshold of $15,453; and the poverty threshold of a family of four with two
children under the age of 18 would be $25,926. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2019).
Extremely Low-Income Households
Extremely low-income (ELI) households are defined as those earning up to 30% of the area median
household income. For Riverside County, the median household income in 2020 was $75,300. For
ELI households in San Jacinto (and the rest of Riverside County), this results in an income of $26,200
or less for a four-person household or $15,850 for a one-person household. ELI households have a
variety of housing situations and needs. For example, most families and individuals receiving only
public assistance, such as social security disability insurance or disability insurance, qualify as ELI
households.
As shown in Table 3–13, ELI households make up 12.3% of all households in San Jacinto.
Additionally, based on Table 3–26, 86.4% of ELI households in San Jacinto pay more than 30% of
their incomes for housing. This suggests the need for housing affordable to ELI households in San
Jacinto.
Table 3–14 provides representative occupations with hourly wages that are close to, but not within,
the ELI income range as reported by the Employment Development Department. Note that all
occupations indicated median annual wages above the ELI income threshold for a one-person
household, perhaps suggesting that any employment in San Jacinto could lift a household out of the
extremely low-income group.
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TABLE 3–14: OCCUPATIONS WITH WAGES FOR EXTREMELY LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS (2020)
Occupation Title Median Hourly Wage Annual Wage*
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers $12.70 $26,416
Telemarketers $12.43 $25,854
Waiters and Waitresses $12.07 $25,106
Retail Salespersons $12.03 $25,022
Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical
Technicians $11.94 $24,835
Cooks, Fast Food $11.63 $24,190
Couriers and Messengers $11.61 $24,149
Personal Care Aides $11.59 $24,107
Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop $11.52 $23,962
Amusement and Recreation Attendants $11.42 $23,754
Cashiers $11.42 $23,754
Parking Lot Attendants $11.41 $23,733
Note: Annual Wage based on the following assumption: working 40 hours per week for 52 weeks.
Source: Employment Development Department, Long-Term Occupational Projections 2016-2026 (accessed
January 2021)
Extremely low-income households will most likely be facing an overpayment, overcrowding, or
substandard housing conditions. Some extremely low-income households could include individuals
with mental or other disabilities and special needs. To address the range of needs of ELI households,
the City will implement several programs including the following programs (refer to the Housing
Element Policy Document for more detailed descriptions of these programs):
• Program 2: Preservation of At-Risk Units
• Program 3: Section 8 Rental Assistance
• Program 4: Rehabilitation Program
• Program 5: General Plan and Development Code Update
• Program 8: Replacement of Affordable Units
• Program 10: Incentives and Assistance to Affordable Housing Development
• Program 17: Density Bonus Ordinance
• Program 18: Fair Housing Services
• Program 19: Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Outreach and Coordination Program
• Program 20: Housing for Extremely-Low Income Persons
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3E. Housing Characteristics
HOUSING TYPE
Table 3–15 identifies the types of housing units in San Jacinto in 2020. The table summarizes total
housing stock according to the type of structure. As shown in the table, the majority of housing in
San Jacinto is single-family detached housing, which accounted for 64.4% of units in 2020. Mobile
homes represent 17.7% of the housing stock. Multifamily units represent 7.9% of the housing stock,
with duplex through fourplex units accounting for 4.4% and developments with five or more units
accounting for 3.5%. Single-family attached homes represent 10% of housing units.
TABLE 3–15: HOUSING STOCK BY TYPE AND VACANCY (2020)
Total Single Family Multifamily Mobile
Homes Occupied Vacant Detached Attached 2 – 4 5 + Units
Units 15,944 10,271 1,594 701 562 2,816 14,747 1,197
Percent 100% 64.4% 10% 4.4% 3.5% 17.7% 92.5% 7.5%
Sources: SCAG 6th Cycle Data Package; DOF E-5 Report 2020
VACANCY RATE
Table 3–15 also shows the number and percentage of occupied units and the percentage of vacant
units. It is important to note that these counts include all vacant units, including those units that
are newly constructed but not yet occupied. In order for the housing market to function properly in
a city there should always be some level of housing vacancy, otherwise rents or housing prices could
skyrocket. The 7.5% vacancy experienced in in San Jacinto in 2020 is considered historically high
(the historical equilibrium in California is 5.5% for rental vacancy and 1.2% for homeownership
vacancy), but similar to the 2020 vacancy rate in California, which was 7.6%.1, 2
The 2014-2018 ACS data indicates that there were 1,508 vacant units in 2018. As shown in Table
3–16, of the total vacant units in 2018, 283 were for rent, 247 were for sale, 211 were rented or
sold but not yet occupied, and 238 were for seasonal, recreational, or occasional use. The overall
vacancy rate in San Jacinto in 2018 was 10.6%, a rate which has fluctuated since 2010.
TABLE 3–16: VACANCY BY TYPE (2018)
Vacancy Type Number Percent of
Vacant Units
Percent of Total
Units
For rent 283 18.8% 2.0%
Rented, not occupied 29 1.9% 0.2%
For sale only 247 16.4% 1.7%
Sold, not occupied 182 12.1% 1.3%
For seasonal, recreational, or occasional use 238 15.8% 1.7%
For migrant workers 0 0.0% 0.0%
Other vacant 529 35.1% 3.7%
TOTAL VACANT 1,508 100% 2.0%
TOTAL UNITS 14,225 10.6% 100%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
1 “California’s low residential vacancy rates signal more construction,” first tuesday Journal (February 15, 2021).
2 DOF E-5 Report 2020
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HOUSING CONDITIONS
The U.S. Census provides only limited data that can be used to infer the condition of San Jacinto’s
housing stock. In most cases, the age of a community’s housing stock is a good indicator of the
condition of the housing stock. Moreover, many federal and state programs also use the age of
housing as one factor in determining housing rehabilitation needs. Typically, housing over 30 years
of age is more likely to have rehabilitation needs that may include plumbing, roof repairs, electrical
repairs, foundation rehabilitation, or other significant improvements.
The 2014-2018 ACS data indicates that a small percentage (15.3%) of the housing in the City is
greater than 50 years old (i.e., built before 1970). Another 15.7% of units were built between 1970
and 1979. The majority of housing in the city (69%) was built after 1980, with nearly 40% of the
housing units built within the last 20 years. The age of the housing stock indicates that while need
for maintenance and rehabilitation assistance may grow during the planning period, it will likely
account for a small proportion of total housing. Units built prior to 1970 may require aesthetic and
maintenance repairs including roof, window, and paint improvements and some units in this age
range may also require significant upgrades to structural, foundation, electrical, plumbing, and other
systems.
When examining a housing stock to determine what condition it is in, there are certain factors that
the Census considers. For example, older units may not have plumbing that is fully functional
(meaning that it is in working/operable condition) or the plumbing might be substandard. Table 3–
17 indicates that a small percentage of occupied dwelling units (0.7%) lacked complete plumbing
facilities in 2018 (compared to 0.3% in the County of Riverside).
TABLE 3–17: HOUSING STOCK CONDITIONS (2018)
Year Structure Built
Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Total
Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
2014 to 20181 94 1.1% 46 1.0% 140 1.1%
2010 to 2013 175 2.1% 32 0.7% 207 1.6%
2000 to 2009 3,438 42.0% 1,108 24.4% 4,546 35.7%
1990 to 1999 1,128 13.8% 664 14.6% 1,792 14.1%
1980 to 1989 1,392 17.0% 704 15.5% 2,096 16.5%
1970 to 1979 1,012 12.4% 982 21.7% 1,994 15.7%
1960 to 1969 352 4.3% 450 9.9% 802 6.3%
1950 to 1959 419 5.1% 289 6.4% 708 5.6%
1940 to 1949 15 0.2% 54 1.2% 69 0.5%
1939 or earlier 157 1.9% 206 4.5% 363 2.9%
TOTAL 8,182 100% 4,535 100% 12,717 100%
Plumbing Facilities (Occupied Units)
Units with Complete Plumbing Facilities 8,158 99.7% 4,467 98.5% 12,625 99.3%
Units Lacking Complete Plumbing
Facilities 24 0.3% 68 1.5% 92 0.7%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS (Table B25036)
1. The information in the table above is derived from the 2014-2018 American Community Survey. It is noted that
approximately 500 units were produced in San Jacinto after 2018. With the inclusion of these newer units, the
distribution of units by year structure built would change, with approximately 5% of all units having been built
between 2014 and 2020. It is also noted that the City’s records indicate that only approximately 60 homes were built
between 2010 and 2014, the source of this discrepancy is unknown.
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As noted, the City’s housing stock is relatively new, with less than a quarter (23.9%) of dwelling
units in San Jacinto having been constructed prior to 1980. As such, while structural deterioration
and maintenance problems may exist, only a portion is likely to require rehabilitation.
According to City Staff, of the 243 units currently for sale, pending, or accepting contingency offers
in the City of San Jacinto, 43 are accepting cash-only purchases. While not all cash-only purchases
are a result of poor conditions for which conventional lending is available, many of these units are
unlikely to receive conventional funding. Assuming 50% of the units are unable to obtain
conventional lending, that would equate to approximately 10% of the total units listed for sale. Also
assuming that the units listed for sale represent the composition of housing in the City, that would
equate to 1,272 units (10% of total housing units, not including units built after 2018, which are
not likely to require rehabilitation). Therefore, it is estimated that 1,272 units are in need of
rehabilitation.
OVERCROWDING
Typically, a housing unit is considered overcrowded if there is more than one person per room and
severely overcrowded if there are more than 1.5 persons per room. Table 3–18 summarizes
overcrowding data for San Jacinto. It should be noted that kitchenettes, strip or Pullman kitchens,
bathrooms, porches, balconies, foyers, halls, half-rooms, utility rooms, unfinished attics, basements,
or other space for storage are not defined as rooms for Census purposes.
Overcrowded households are usually a reflection of the lack of affordable housing available.
Households that cannot afford housing units suitably sized for their families are often forced to live
in housing that is too small for their needs, which may result in poor physical condition of the
dwelling unit. In 2018, 806 housing units (6.3% of the total occupied units) were overcrowded,
which represented 3.9% of owner units and 10.7% of renter units.
TABLE 3–18: OVERCROWDING BY TENURE (2018)
Persons per Room Owner Renter Total
Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
1.00 or less 7,862 96.1% 4,049 89.3% 11,911 93.7%
1.01 to 1.50 213 2.6% 390 8.6% 603 4.7%
1.51 or more 107 1.3% 96 2.1% 203 1.6%
TOTAL 8,182 100.0% 4,535 100.0% 12,717 100.0%
Overcrowded 320 3.9% 486 10.7% 806 6.3%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
As shown in Table 3–19, the average household size in San Jacinto was 3.71 persons in 2018, which
is slightly higher than the City’s average household size in 2010 (3.15 persons). Table 3–19 shows
San Jacinto’s household sizes for owner, renter, and all households. The average household size was
higher for renters (3.78 persons). Owner households had an average size of 3.68 persons. The
majority (59.7%) of owner households had two to four persons, compared to 55.6% of renter
households that were two to four persons in size. Table 3–20 identifies bedrooms by tenure. Owner
households are generally larger than renter households, with 40.6% of owner households having
four or more bedrooms, compared with 22.1% of renter households.
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TABLE 3–19: HOUSEHOLD SIZE BY TENURE (2018)
Household Size Owner Renter Total
Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
1-person 1,279 15.6% 894 19.7% 2,173 17.1%
2-person 2,293 28.0% 925 20.4% 3,218 25.3%
3-person 1,347 16.5% 673 14.8% 2,020 15.9%
4-person 1,244 15.2% 922 20.3% 2,166 17.0%
5-person 1,100 13.4% 542 12.0% 1,642 12.9%
6-person 458 5.6% 344 7.6% 802 6.3%
7-or-more-person 461 5.6% 235 5.2% 696 5.5%
TOTAL 8,182 100% (64.3% of
total) 4,535 100% (35.7% of
total) 12,717 100%
Average Household Size 3.68 3.78 3.71
Source: SCAG 6th Cycle Data Package; U.S. Census Bureau, 2014-2018 ACS
TABLE 3–20: NUMBER OF BEDROOMS BY TENURE (2018)
Bedroom Type Owner Renter Total
Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
No bedroom 49 0.6% 67 1.5% 116 0.9%
1-bedroom 353 4.3% 598 13.2% 951 7.5%
2-bedroom 1,590 19.4% 1,340 29.5% 2,930 23.0%
3-bedroom 2,872 35.1% 1,526 33.6% 4,398 34.6%
4-bedroom 2,389 29.2% 692 15.3% 3,081 24.2%
5 or more bedroom 929 11.4% 312 6.9% 1,241 9.8%
TOTAL 8,182 100.0% 4,535 100.0% 12,717 100.0%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
3F. Housing Costs
FOR SALE HOUSING
As shown in Figure 3-1, between 2000 and 2018,
median home sales prices in San Jacinto
increased 143% while prices in the SCAG region
increased 151%. The 2018 median home sales
price in San Jacinto was $290,000 – the highest
median sales price experienced since 2007.
Prices in the City have ranged from a low of
43.3% of the SCAG region median in 2012 to a
high of 65.6% in 2006.
In May 2021, there were 105 homes listed for
sale on Zillow.com with prices ranging from
$34,900 (manufactured home) to $5,295,000
(30-unit multifamily property). Of these homes,
there were 60 detached single-family homes with
sales prices beginning at $179,000. As shown in
Table 3–21, most homes for sale are in the
$400,000 – 499,999 price range (24.8%), with
TABLE 3–21: HOMES FOR SALE (MAY 2021)
Price Homes Percent
$700,000 and more 13 12.4%
$600,000 - $699,999 2 1.9%
$500,000 - $599,999 4 3.8%
$400,000 - $499,999 26 24.8%
$300,000 - $399,999 20 19.0%
$200,000 - $299,999 16 15.2%
$100,000 - $199,999 10 9.5%
$0 - $99,999 14 13.3%
Source: Zillow.com, 2021
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19% of homes in the $300,000 to $399,999 range and 81.9% of homes priced under $500,000.
Zillow identified the April 2021 median sales price as $364,272. While the median sales price is not
affordable to lower and moderate-income households (see Table 3–25), the City’s home sales prices
are lower compared to Riverside County (Zillow reported a median home sales price of $475,454
for the County in April 2021), which could result in demand for the City’s lower priced housing units
since they may be more affordable than comparable homes in the county.
FIGURE 3-1: MEDIAN HOME SALES PRICE
Source: SCAG 6th Cycle Data Package
RENTAL HOUSING
Table 3–22 summarizes rents paid in San Jacinto in 2018 by rental range. The range with the highest
percentage of units rented was between $500 and $999 at 32.1% (1,384 units). More than two-
thirds (70.4%) of all rentals were under $1,500 per month and 29.6% were over $1,500 per month.
No rentals were $3,000 or more.
Based on a review of rental ads on Zillow.com, Rentcafe.com, Zumper.com, and Apartments.com,
the average rent in San Jacinto is $1,106 per month. Only 7 rentals were available on these websites
in May, 2021. Rents ranged from $1,150 for 2 bed/1 bath homes to $2,800 for a five-bedroom
home.
TABLE 3–22: RENTAL COSTS (2018)
Rent Range Number Percent
Less than $500 291 6.7%
$500 to $999 1,384 32.1%
$1,000 to $1,499 1,363 31.6%
$1,500 to $1,999 951 22.0%
$2,000 to $2,499 268 6.2%
$2,500 to $2,999 59 1.4%
$3,000 or more 0 0.0%
Median (dollars) $ 1,149
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
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TABLE 3–23: RENTAL RATES BY NUMBER OF BEDROOMS
Bedroom Type Rental Survey
Units Available Range Average Rent
Studio 0 N/A N/A
1 bed 0 N/A $950
2 bed 4 $1,150-$1,600 $1,388
3 bed 0 N/A $2,000
4 bed or more 3 $2,350-$2,800 $2,148
Sources: Zillow.com, Zumper.com, and Apartments.com, May 2021
INCOME GROUPS
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) publishes household
income data annually for areas in California. Table 3–24 shows the maximum annual income level
for each income group adjusted for household size for Riverside County. The maximum annual
income data is then utilized to calculate the maximum affordable housing payments for different
households (varying by income level) and their eligibility for housing assistance programs.
• Extremely Low-Income Households have a combined income at or lower than 30% of area
median income (AMI), as established by the Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD).
• Very Low-Income Households have a combined income between 30 and 50% of AMI, as
established by HCD.
• Low-Income Households have a combined income between 50 and 80% of AMI, as
established by HCD.
• Moderate-Income Households have a combined income between 80 and 120% of AMI, as
established by HCD.
• Above Moderate-Income Households have a combined income greater than 120% of AMI,
as established by HCD.
TABLE 3–24: STATE INCOME LIMITS – RIVERSIDE COUNTY (2020)
Income Group 1 Person 2 Person 3 Person 4 Person 5 Person 6 Person 7 Person 8 Person
Extremely Low $15,850 $18,100 $21,720 $26,200 $30,680 $35,160 $39,640 $44,120
Very Low $26,400 $30,150 $33,900 $37,650 $40,700 $43,700 $46,700 $49,700
Low $42,200 $48,200 $54,250 $60,250 $65,100 $69,900 $74,750 $79,550
Moderate $63,250 $72,300 $81,300 $90,350 $97,600 $104,800 $112,050 $119,250
Above Moderate $63,250+ $72,300+ $81,300+ $90,350+ $97,600+ $104,800+ $112,050+ $119,250+
Source: HCD 2020 Riverside County Income Limits
HOUSING AFFORDABILITY
Table 3–25 shows the estimated maximum rents and sales prices, respectively, that are affordable
to very low, low, moderate, and above moderate-income households. Affordability is based on a
household spending 30% or less of their total household income for shelter. Affordability is based
on the maximum household income levels established by HCD (Table 3–24). The annual income
limits established by HCD are similar to those used by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) for administering various affordable housing programs. Maximum affordable
sales price is based generally on the following assumptions: 4% interest rate, 30-year fixed loan,
and down payments that vary with income level, as described in Table 3–25.
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Comparing the maximum affordable housing costs in Table 3–25 to the rental rates in Tables 3-22
and 3-23, rental rates in San Jacinto are generally affordable to moderate-income and above
moderate-income households. While there are some units affordable to lower-income households,
these units tend to be smaller (1 and 2-bedrooms). Moderate and above moderate-income
households can afford a broad range of available housing.
Although there are homes for sale in San Jacinto available to all income groups based on a
comparison of Tables 3-21 and 3-25, the majority of homes (i.e., in the $300,000-$499,999 range)
are affordable to only some (i.e., four person or more) moderate and above moderate-income
households.
TABLE 3–25: HOUSING AFFORDABILITY BY INCOME GROUP
Income Group
One Person Two Person Four Person Six Person
Home
Sale
Price*
Monthly
Rent or
Housing
Cost
Home
Sale
Price*
Monthly
Rent or
Housing
Cost
Home
Sale
Price*
Monthly
Rent or
Housing
Cost
Home
Sale
Price*
Monthly
Rent or
Housing
Cost
Extremely Low $55,163 $396 $63,941 $453 $92,887 $655 $126,874 $879
Very Low $100,051 $660 $114,682 $754 $143,945 $941 $167,550 $1,093
Low $165,423 $1,055 $188,833 $1,205 $235,848 $1,506 $270,347 $1,748
Moderate $255,004 $1,581 $290,315 $1,808 $360,740 $2,259 $417,119 $2,620
Above Moderate $255,004+ $1,581+ $290,315+ $1,808+ $360,740+ $2,259+ $417,119+ $2,620+
*Maximum affordable sales price is based on the following assumptions: 4.0% interest rate, 30-year fixed loan;
down payment: $5,000 – extremely low, $10,000 – very low; $15,000 – low, $25,000 – moderate; property tax,
utilities, and homeowners insurance as 30% of monthly housing cost (extremely low/very low), 28% of monthly
housing cost (low), and 25% of monthly housing cost (moderate/above moderate). Homes sales prices are rounded
to nearest $100.
Source: De Novo Planning Group, 2021
Extremely Low-income Households
As previously described, extremely low-income households earn less than 30% of the County Area
Median Income (AMI). Depending on the household size, these households can afford rents between
$396 and $879 per month and homes priced at $55,163 to $126,874. As of May 2021, there were
no rental homes listed on Zillow or Apartments.com that would be affordable to extremely low-
income households. However, based on US Census data, approximately 37% of renters pay monthly
rents affordable to extremely low-income households. Extremely low-income households may be
able to afford to purchase a mobile home in San Jacinto, however real estate listings indicate that
there is a very limited supply of homes affordable at this price point.
Very Low-income Households
Very low-income households earn between 31% and 50% of the County Area Median Income (AMI).
Depending on the household size, these households can afford rents between $660 to $1,093 per
month and homes priced at $100,051 and $167,550. As of May 2021, there were no rental homes
listed on Zillow or Apartments.com that could be affordable to very low-income households.
However, based on US Census data, approximately 39% of renters pay monthly rents affordable to
very low-income households (inclusive of units also affordable to extremely low-income). Very low-
income households may be able afford to purchase a mobile home in San Jacinto, however real
estate listings indicate that there is a very limited supply of homes affordable at this price point.
Low-income Households
Low-income households earn between 51% and 80% of the County Area Median Income (AMI).
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Depending on the household size, these households can afford rents between $1,055 to $1,748 per
month and homes priced at $165,423 to $270,347. As of May 2021, about half of available rentals
listed on Zillow or Apartments.com would be affordable to low-income households; these units
include two-bedroom options. Based on US Census data, almost three-quarters (more than 70%)
of renters pay monthly rents affordable to larger low-income households, meaning the rent is less
than $1,748 per month. However, it should be noted that most renters are not six-person
households, so the actual affordability by household size may be significantly more limited. Low-
income households can afford a broader array of home types than lower income households,
including mobile homes, multifamily homes, and single-family detached homes.
Moderate-income Households
Moderate-income households earn between 80% and 120% of the County Area Median Income
(AMI). Depending on the household size, these households can afford rents between $1,581 and
$2,620 per month and homes priced at $255,004 to $417,119. As of May 2021, most rental units
available were affordable to moderate-income households; these units included multifamily homes
as well as single-family homes listed for rent by the homeowner. Moderate-income households can
also afford more than half of homes listed for sale as of May 2021. These unit types include mobile
homes, single-family homes, and multifamily homes, including new construction. This is further
confirmed by US Census data.
COST-BURDENED
As with most communities, the location of the home is one of the biggest factors with regard to
price. Compared to the county, housing in San Jacinto is relatively affordable. However, housing is
not affordable for all income levels, particularly the extremely low, very low, and low-income
households of smaller sizes. As shown in Table 3–26, 54.2% of renters in San Jacinto and 33.7% of
homeowners are cost-burdened, meaning they pay more than 30% of household income on housing
costs. The majority of cost-burdened renters are in the lower income groups, with 78.3% in the
extremely low-income group and 27.8% in the very low-income group severely overpaying for
housing (over 50% of their monthly income). Comparatively, 55.6% of extremely low-income
owners and 21.1% of very low-income owners are severely cost-burdened. Therefore, while more
predominate among lower income renter households, cost burden is an issue for both renter and
owner households. More than a third (40.9%) of all households in San Jacinto are cost-burdened.
TABLE 3–26: HOUSEHOLDS BY INCOME LEVEL AND COST BURDEN (2017)
Household Overpayment Renters Owners Total % of Income Category
Extremely Low-Income Households 1,015 540 1,555 100.0%
With Cost Burden >30% 865 / 85.2% 400 / 74.1% 1,265 81.4%
With Cost Burden >50% 795 / 78.3% 300 / 55.6% 1,095 70.4%
Very Low-Income Households 1,025 1,045 2,070 100.0%
With Cost Burden >30% 795 / 77.6% 545 / 52.2% 1,340 64.7%
With Cost Burden >50% 285 / 27.8% 220 / 21.1% 505 24.4%
Low-Income Households 880 1,760 2,640 100.0%
With Cost Burden >30% 535 / 60.8% 1,030 / 58.5% 1,570 59.5%
With Cost Burden >50% 165 / 18.8% 285 / 16.2% 450 17.0%
Total Extremely Low, Very Low,
and Low-Income Households
Paying >30%
2,195 / 75.2% 1,975 / 59.0% 4,175 67% of lower income
households
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TABLE 3–26: HOUSEHOLDS BY INCOME LEVEL AND COST BURDEN (2017)
Household Overpayment Renters Owners Total % of Income Category
Moderate and Above Moderate-
Income Households 1,520 4,885 6,405 100%
With Cost Burden >30% 210 / 13.8% 795 / 16.3% 1,005 15.7%
With Cost Burden >50% 0 / 0.0% 70 / 1.4% 70 1.1%
Total Households 4,440 8,230 12,670 100.0%
With Cost Burden >30% 2,405 / 54.2% 2,770 / 33.7% 5,180 40.9%
With Cost Burden >50% 1,245 / 28.0% 875 / 10.6% 2,120 16.7%
Source: HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS), 2013-2017 (Data is rounded to the nearest 5)
AFFORDABLE HOUSING INVENTORY
The City uses various funding sources to preserve and increase the supply of affordable housing
through new construction and the acquisition and/or rehabilitation of renter-occupied units.
Affordability covenants in San Jacinto include developments that hold federal subsidy contracts,
received tax credits or mortgage revenue bonds, and/or were financed by redevelopment funds or
non-profit developers.
Table 3–27 shows assisted units with covenants that require rents to be maintained at affordable
levels for various agreed upon periods of time. In 2020, San Jacinto had 418 total deed-restricted
affordable units. A recorded deed restriction serves as an affordability covenant that restricts the
income level of a person who occupies the property, and ensures the property will remain available
for low to moderate-income persons through the foreseeable future.
TABLE 3–27: DEED RESTRICTED AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS
Project Name Address Type
No. of
Restricted
Units
No. of Total
Units
Manzanita Gardens 537 N. Ramona Boulevard, San
Jacinto, CA 92583
Family 36 36
San Jacinto Garden
Apartments
324 E. Shaver Street, San
Jacinto, CA 92583
Family 97 97
San Jacinto Manor 1672 S. Santa Fe Street, San
Jacinto, CA 92583
Seniors and
Mobility Impaired
66 66
San Jacinto Senior
Apartments
633 E. Main Street, San Jacinto,
CA 92583
Senior 46 46
San Jacinto Village
Apartments
700 Idyllwild Drive, San Jacinto,
CA 92583
Family 38 38
San Jacinto Villas
Apartments
1692 S. Santa Fe Ave, San
Jacinto, CA 92583
Family 81 81
Terracina Apartments 1825 S. Santa Fe Street, San
Jacinto, CA 92583
Family 54 55
Total 418 419
Sources: California Housing Partnership, May 2021; National Housing Preservation Database, May 2021
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MOBILE HOMES
Mobile homes offer a more affordable option for those interested in homeownership. The median
value of a mobile home in Riverside County in 2018 was $60,200 (2018 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data
Profile). Overall, 2,816 mobile homes are located in San Jacinto (DOF, Table 2: E-5, 1/1/2019). As
shown in Table 3–28, there are 15 mobile home parks in the City with a total of 1,846 permitted
spaces. The mobile home parks are located throughout the City.
In addition to the cost of a mobile home, owners must either purchase a residential site or rent a
mobile home space. And although they present a more affordable alternative, mobile home rents
have risen steadily in Riverside County and throughout southern California since 2009.3
TABLE 3–28: MOBILE HOME PARKS IN SAN JACINTO
Park Name/Address Operator MH Spaces
Elms Mobile Home Park & Apts (33-0040-MP)
350 S State St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Continental Corporation 42
California Palms (33-0112-MP)
501 S Mistletoe Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Thomson, Ray 11
Hemacinto MP (33-0131-MP)
2150 S San Jacinto Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Niemeyer, Richard 56
Valley Sunrise (33-0219-MP)
999 S Santa Fe Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Melody Ridge LLC 93
El Rancho Mobile Estates (33-0221-MP)
258 W 7th St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Kierman, Michael 80
Santiago Estates (33-0224-MP)
351 E 7th St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Santiago Communities 58
Blue Fountain MHP (33-0252-MP)
1600 S San Jacinto Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Blue Fountain Park 186
Las Casitas Mobile Home Park (33-0303-MP)
390 E 7th St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 JDH Capital LLC 51
Caravana Estates (33-0321-MP)
655 E Main St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Buffalo Ridge LLC 98
Country Lake (33-0332-MP)
21100 HWY 79, San Jacinto, CA 92583
Country Lake Manufactured Home
Community LP 383
Tradewinds Mobile Lodge (33-0364-MP)
455 E 7th St, San Jacinto, CA 92583 J & H Asset Property Management 82
Soboba Springs MHP (33-0404-MP)
2230 Lake Park Dr, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Zimmer, E 254
Villa Del Monte (33-0448-MP)
1499 Old Mountain Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92583 PVC Properties Inc 183
Mountain View MHP (33-0470-MP)
485 Idyllwild Dr, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Regos, Laszlo 69
Parkview Estates MHC (33-0531-MP)
913 Grand Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92582 Parkview MHC LP 200
Total Mobile Home Spaces 1,846
Source: HCD 2019 Mobile Home Park Listings
3 Jeff Collins, “Soaring rents jolt senior tenants at mobile home park,” OC Registrar (July 20, 2018).
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3G. Future Housing Needs
A Regional Housing Needs Plan (RHNP) is mandated by the State of California (Government Code
[GC], Section 65584) for regions to address housing issues and needs based on future growth
projections for the area. The RHNP for San Jacinto is developed by the Southern California
Association of Governments (SCAG), and allocates a “fair share” of regional housing needs to
individual cities. The intent of the RHNP is to ensure that local jurisdictions address not only the
needs of their immediate areas but also that needs for the entire region are fairly distributed to all
communities. A major goal of the RHNP is to assure that every community provides an opportunity
for a mix of affordable housing to all economic segments of its population.
This Housing Element addresses SCAG’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) schedule for the
6th Cycle, from 2021 through 2029. The City will need to plan to accommodate 3,392 new units,
which includes 800 very low units, 465 low, 560 moderate, and 1,567 above moderate-income units.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65583(a)(1), 50% of San Jacinto’s very low-income regional
housing needs assigned by HCD are extremely low-income households, thus San Jacinto’s allocation
of 800 very low income units can be broken into two separate categories: 400 units for extremely
low-income and 400 units for very low income.
3H. Special Needs Groups
Government Code Section 65583(a)(7) requires a housing element to address special needs
housing, such as those of the elderly; persons with disabilities, including a developmental disability,
as defined in Section 4512 of the Welfare and Institutions Code; large families; farmworkers;
families with female heads of households; and families and persons in need of emergency shelter.
The needs of these groups often call for targeted program responses, such as temporary housing,
preservation of residential hotels, housing with features to make it more accessible, and the
development of four-bedroom apartments. Special needs groups have been identified and, to the
degree possible, responsive programs are provided. A principal emphasis in addressing the needs
of these groups is to continue to seek state technical assistance grants to identify the extent and
location of those with special needs and identify ways and means to assist them. Local government
budget limitations influence an agency’s ability to implement programs for these groups.
SENIORS
Seniors are considered persons age 65 or older
in this Housing Element. However, it must be
noted that some funding programs have lower
age limits for persons to be eligible for their
senior housing projects. Seniors have special
housing needs primarily resulting from physical
disabilities and limitations, fixed or limited
income, and health care costs. Additionally,
senior households also have other needs to
preserve their independence including
supportive services to maintain their health and
safety, in-home support services to perform
activities of daily living, conservators to assist
with personal care and financial affairs, public
administration assistance to manage and resolve estate issues, and networks of care to provide a
wide variety of services and daily assistance.
TABLE 3–29: SENIOR POPULATION AND
HOUSEHOLDS (2010 & 2018)
Population 2010 2018
Number 5,119 5,192
Percent Change - 1.4%
Annual Percent Change - 0.2%
Households 2010 2018
Number 3,137 2,726
Percent Change - -13.1%
Annual Percent Change - -1.6%
Source: US Census, 2010; US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
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Various portions of the Housing Element describe characteristics of the senior population, the extent
of their needs for affordable housing, housing designated for seniors, and City provisions to
accommodate their need. Senior household growth in San Jacinto from 2010 to 2018 is shown in
Table 3–29. The small increase in elderly persons is likely due to the aging in place of San Jacinto’s
residents along with the increase of families with children. Senior households decreased by 13.1%
from 2010 to 2018. While seniors represent approximately 10% of the City’s population, senior
households represent approximately 21% of total households, which is primarily due to the smaller
senior household size.
Table 3–30 summarizes senior households by age and tenure. The majority of senior households
are owners, 2,060 or approximately 76%, whereas approximately 24% of senior households, 666,
are renters. San Jacinto has a lower percentage of owner-occupied elderly households than in
Riverside County (16.2% vs. 20%) but the same percentage of renter-occupied elderly households
(5.2% vs. 5.2%). Elderly renters tend to prefer affordable units in smaller single-story structures or
multi-story structures with an elevator, close to health facilities, services, transportation, and
entertainment.
During the planning period, senior households are anticipated to increase at a rate commensurate
with overall population and household growth. Senior housing types can include market rate homes,
senior single-family housing communities, senior apartments, and mobile homes.
TABLE 3–30: HOUSEHOLDER AGE BY TENURE (2018)
Age Group Owners Renters
Number Percent Number Percent
65-74 years 1,393 67.6% 401 60.2%
75-84 years 488 23.7% 139 20.9%
85 plus years 179 8.7% 126 18.9%
TOTAL 2,060 75.6%
(of total) 666 24.4%
(of total)
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS (Table B25007)
The median income of households with a head of household that is 65 years and over in the City is
$31,505, significantly less (37.6%) than the City’s median household income of $50,483.
Senior Housing
There is increasing variety in the types of housing available to the senior population. This section
focuses on three basic types.
Independent Living – Housing for healthy seniors who are self-sufficient and want the freedom
and privacy of their own separate apartment or house. Many seniors remain in their original homes,
and others move to special residential communities which provide a greater level of security and
social activities of a senior community.
Group Living – Shared living arrangements in which seniors live in close proximity to their peers
and have access to activities and special services.
Assisted Living – Provides the greatest level of support, including meal preparation and assistance
with other activities of daily living.
San Jacinto permits residential care facilities and residential care facilities for the elderly serving six
or fewer persons by right in all residential zones, and those serving more than six persons by
conditional use permit in most residential and commercial zones (Residential, Medium Density;
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Residential, Medium High Density; Residential, High Density; Residential, Very High Density;
Commercial Neighborhood; and Commercial General). The California Department of Social Services
Community Care Licensing Division reports that as of May 2021, 6 residential care facilities serve
the elderly in San Jacinto.
Several programs address the non-housing needs of seniors in San Jacinto. Additional support for
senior residents is provided by the Riverside County Office on Aging, which operates a senior citizen
center in the City at the San Jacinto Community Center (Senior Center). The Senior Center serves
as the primary site for senior services programs offered by the Riverside County Office on Aging and
non-profits such as Family Service Association. Some of the programs and services provided at the
Senior Center include a literacy program, hot meal service, tax assistance and legal assistance,
health screening, counseling services, and recreational activities. Riverside Transit Authority
provides senior transportation services via Dial-A-Ride program throughout San Jacinto. Care-A-
Van, a non-profit founded to meet the transportation needs of the elderly and disabled, also provides
services throughout San Jacinto through Measure A and CalTrans 5310 funding.
DISABLED PERSONS
A “disability” includes, but is not limited to, any physical or mental disability as defined in California
Government Code Section 12926. A “mental disability” involves having any mental or psychological
disorder or condition that limits a major life activity. A “physical disability” involves having any
physiological disease, disorder, condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss that affects body
systems. In addition, a mental or physical disability limits a major life activity by making the
achievement of major life activities difficult including physical, mental, and social activities and working.
Physical, mental, and/or developmental disabilities could prevent a person from working, restrict a
person’s mobility, or make caring for oneself difficult. Therefore, disabled persons often require
special housing needs related to potential limited earning capacity, the lack of accessible and
affordable housing, and higher health costs associated with disabilities. Additionally, people with
disabilities require a wide range of different housing, depending on the type and severity of their
disability. Housing needs can range from institutional care facilities to facilities that support partial
or full independence (i.e., group care homes). Supportive services such as daily living skills and
employment assistance need to be integrated in the housing situation.
• Individuals with a mobility, visual, or hearing limitation may require housing that is physically
accessible. Examples of accessibility in housing include widened doorways and hallways,
ramps, bathroom modifications (e.g., lowered countertops, grab bars, adjustable shower
heads, etc.) and special sensory devices including smoke alarms and flashing lights.
• Individuals with self-care limitations (which can include persons with mobility difficulties)
may require residential environments that include in-home or on-site support services
ranging from congregate to convalescent care. Support services can include medical
therapy, daily living assistance, congregate dining, and related services.
• Individuals with developmental disabilities and other physical and mental conditions that
prevent them from functioning independently may require assisted care or group home
environments.
• Individuals with disabilities may require financial assistance to meet their housing needs
because a higher percentage than the population at large are low-income and their special
housing needs are often more costly than conventional housing.
According to the 2014-2018 ACS, there were 7,227 persons with one or more disabilities in San
Jacinto. Of the disabled population, 64.1% were aged 5 to 64, 35.7% were aged 65 and over, and
0.4% were aged 5 and under. Table 3–31 identifies disabilities by type of disability.
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TABLE 3–31: DISABILITIES BY DISABILITY TYPE (2018)
Type of Disability Persons Ages 5-64 Persons Ages 65+ Total
Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent
Hearing Difficulty 628 13.6% 1,263 49.01% 1,907 26.4%
Vision Difficulty 1,025 22.1% 814 31.59% 1,855 25.7%
Cognitive Difficulty 2,169 46.8% 626 24.29% 2,795 38.7%
Ambulatory Difficulty 2,468 53.3% 1,856 72.02% 4,324 59.8%
Self-Care Difficulty 1,023 22.1% 871 33.80% 1,894 26.2%
Independent Living Difficulty 1,584 34.2% 1,257 48.78% 2,841 39.3%
Total Persons with One or
More Disabilities1 4,634
100% / 64.1% of
disabled 2,577
100% /
35.7% of
disabled 7,227 100.0%
1A person may have more than one disability, so the total disabilities may exceed the total persons with a disability
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
As shown in Table 3–32, the 2014-2018 ACS indicates that for individuals between the ages of 16
and 64, approximately 2,718 persons had some form or type of disability and were not in the labor
force. This indicates that their disability may impede their ability to earn an adequate income, which
in turn could affect their ability to afford suitable housing accommodations to meet their special
needs. Therefore, many in this group may be in need of housing assistance.
TABLE 3–32: DISABLED PERSONS BY EMPLOYMENT STATUS (2018)
Ages 16 to 64 Percent
Employed with Disability 1,003 25.3%
Unemployed with Disability 242 6.1%
Not in Labor Force with Disability 2,718 68.6%
Total 3,963 100%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
While recent Census data does not provide income levels or overpayment data for persons with a
disability, the 2014-2018 ACS survey does report on indicators that relate to a disabled person’s or
household’s income. The 2014-2018 ACS data indicates that 1,644 persons with a disability are
below the poverty level. The 2014-2018 ACS data indicates that 53.8% of households in the City
that receive food stamps or similar assistance have a disabled member. Of the 4,804 households
with a disabled member, 1,176 households receive food stamps or similar assistance. The 2014-
2018 ACS data indicates that the median earnings for males 16 years and over with a disability were
$13,750 compared with $32,083 for males with no disability. Median earnings for females 16 years
and over with a disability were $13,850 compared to $20,620 for females with no disability.
The persons in the “with a disability” category in Tables 3-32 and 3-33 include persons with
developmental disabilities. “Developmental disability”4 means “a disability that originates before an
individual attains age 18 years, continues, or can be expected to continue, indefinitely, and
constitutes a substantial disability for that individual.” This term includes an intellectual disability,
cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and disabling conditions found to be closely related to intellectual
disabilities or to require treatment similar to that required for individuals with an intellectual
disability, but does not include other handicapping conditions that are solely physical in nature.
While the U.S. Census reports on a broad range of disabilities, the Census does not identify the
subpopulation that has a developmental disability. The California Department of Developmental
4 State Section 4512 of the Welfare and Institutions Code
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Services (DDS) maintains data regarding people with developmental disabilities, defined as those
with severe, life-long disabilities attributable to mental and/or physical impairments. The DDS data
is reported by zip code, so the data reflects a larger area than the City of San Jacinto; however, the
data was joined at the jurisdiction level by SCAG to approximate the counts for San Jacinto. The
DDS/SCAG data indicates that 556 developmentally disabled persons between the ages of 0 to 17
reside in San Jacinto; 279 are 18 years or older. Table 3–33 breaks down the developmentally
disabled population by residence type. Of these persons, the majority (466) live at home with a
parent or guardian and only 38 live independently.
TABLE 3–33: DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED PERSONS BY RESIDENCE TYPE (2019)
Home of
Parent/
Guardian
Independent/
Supported
Living
Community
Care Facility
Intermediate
Care Facility
Foster/
Family Home Other
San Jacinto* 466 38 37 0 10 5
* Data are collected at the ZIP-code level and were joined to the jurisdiction-level by SCAG.
Sources: CA DDS, 2019; SCAG 6th Cycle Data Package
Housing for Disabled Persons
Households with a disabled member will require a mixture of housing units with accessibility
features, in-home care, or group care housing facilities. Some of these households will have a
member with a developmental disability and are expected to have special housing needs.
Developmentally disabled persons may live with a family in a typical single-family or multifamily
home, but some developmentally disabled persons with more severe disabilities may have special
housing needs that may include extended family homes, group homes, small and large residential
care facilities, intermediate care, and skilled nursing facilities and affordable housing such as
extremely low/very low/low-income housing (both rental and ownership), Section 8/Housing Choice
Vouchers, and single room occupancy-type units.
Although there are no assisted living residential care facilities for adults with special needs, including
physical, mental, and developmental disabilities in San Jacinto, there are a number of resources
available throughout the county to serve the disabled residents of San Jacinto. Table 3–34 identifies
some of the organizations in or near San Jacinto that specialize in providing services for the disabled
and developmentally disabled population.
TABLE 3–34: FACILITIES AND SERVICES FOR DISABLED PERSONS
Organization Name Type of Service Provided Population Served
Towards Maximum Independence (TMI) Employment and family support
services Disabled adults
California Department of Rehabilitation Vocational rehabilitation,
independent living Developmentally disabled adults
Coyne & Assoc. Early start, behavioral services for
children 12 months to 12 years
Goodwill Industries of the Inland Counties Vocational evaluation, training, and
employment opportunities
Adults with physical, psychiatric, and
developmental disabilities
Inland Respite, Inc. Caregivers and companion care Developmentally disabled adults
Maxim Homecare Services Home healthcare, autism services Mentally disabled persons
Project T.O.U.C.H. (Together Our Unity
Conquers Homelessness) Shelter and homeless services Disabled adults
CARE Learning Center and Counseling
Services Educational and counseling services Disabled children and adults
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Organization Name Type of Service Provided Population Served
A.C.C.E.S.S. Therapeutic services Developmentally disabled children
and adolescents
Community Access Center (CAC) Advocacy, assistive technology Disabled adults
Towards Maximum Independence (TMI) Employment and family support
services Disabled adults
Source: Riverside County Network of Care, https://riverside.networkofcare.org/aging/index.aspx, 2021.
The 2014-2018 ACS data indicates that for individuals between the ages of 5 and 64, approximately
5.2% of the total population of San Jacinto have an ambulatory difficulty, 2.2% have a vision
difficulty, 1.3% have a hearing difficulty, and 3.3% have an independent living difficulty. These
types of disabilities may impede their ability to find suitable housing accommodations to meet their
special needs. Therefore, many in these groups may be in need of housing assistance. Households
containing physically handicapped persons may also need housing with universal design measures
or special features to allow better physical mobility for occupants.
The 2014-18 ACS data also indicates that 4,804 households (37.8%) in San Jacinto had one or more
disabled persons, including developmentally disabled persons. It is anticipated that this rate will
remain the same during the planning period. Housing needed for persons with a disability during
the planning period is anticipated to include community care facilities or at-home supportive services
for persons with an independent living difficulty or self-care difficulty (approximately 10% of the
population), as well as housing that is equipped to serve persons with ambulatory and sensory
disabilities. Approximately 37.8% of the RHNA, 1,282 units, may be needed to have universal design
measures or be accessible to persons with a disability.
LARGE FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS
Large family households are defined as households of five or more persons. Large family households
are considered a special needs group because there is often a limited supply of adequately sized
housing to accommodate their needs. The more persons in a household, the more rooms are needed
to accommodate that household. Specifically, a five-person household would require three or four
bedrooms, a six-person household would require four bedrooms, and a seven-person household
would require four to six bedrooms.
In San Jacinto, 3,140 households, 24.7% of all households, have five or more persons as described
in Table 3–19. Of the large households, 64% own their home and 36% rent. Typically, there are
more owner-occupied large households that are cost burdened when compared to renter households
and the population as a whole. However, the 2014-2018 ACS survey does not provide data regarding
overpayment for large households. Table 3–35 compares the median income for households with
five or more persons to the citywide median income for 2018. For each large family category, the
median household income was higher versus the citywide median of $50,483.
TABLE 3–35: MEDIAN INCOME BY HOUSEHOLD SIZE (2019)
Size Median Income
5-Person Households $70,435
6-Person Households $60,500
7 or More Person Households $82,353
Median Household Income (All Households) $50,483
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
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Large families can have a difficult time finding housing units large enough to meet their needs. In
San Jacinto, there appears to be a significant amount of both ownership housing and rental housing
available to provide units with enough bedrooms for larger households. Table 3–36 identifies the
number of large households by household size versus the number of large owner and rental units.
While there are adequate units in San Jacinto to accommodate large owner and renter households,
it does not mean that there is a match between housing units that exist and large families. As
described in Table 3–18, 3.9% of owner-occupied homes and 10.7% of renter-occupied homes are
overcrowded.
TABLE 3–36: HOUSEHOLD SIZE VERSUS BEDROOM SIZE BY TENURE (2018)
Tenure 3 BR Units
5 Person Households 4+ BR
Units
6 Person and Larger
Households
House-
holds
Shortfall/
Excess
House-
holds
Shortfall/
Excess
Owner 2,872 1,100 1,772 3,318 919 2,399
Renter 1,526 542 984 1,004 579 425
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
Large households require housing units with more bedrooms than housing units needed by smaller
households. In general, housing for these households should provide safe outdoor play areas for
children and should be located to provide convenient access to schools and child care facilities. These
types of needs can pose problems particularly for large families that cannot afford to buy or rent
single-family houses. Based on the proportion of the City’s households that are at least 5 persons,
it is anticipated that approximately 25% of the regional housing needs allocation units will be needed
to accommodate large households and an emphasis should be placed on ensuring rental units are
available to large households.
SINGLE PARENT AND FEMALE-HEADED HOUSEHOLDS
Single parent households are households with children under the age of 18 at home and include
both male- and female-headed households. These households generally have a higher ratio between
their income and their living expenses (that is, living expenses take up a larger share of income
than is generally the case in two-parent households). Therefore, finding affordable, decent, and safe
housing is often more difficult for single parent and female-headed households. Additionally, single
parent and female-headed households have special needs involving access to daycare or childcare,
health care, and other supportive services.
While the majority of households in San Jacinto are either two-spouse couples or single person
households, 32.1% of family households are headed by a single male or single female. There are
968 male heads of household with no wife present and 412 of these households have children under
18. There is a larger number of female householders with no husband present – 2,256 households
or 22.5% of family households – and 1,346 of these female-headed households have children under
18. Table 3–37 identifies single parent households by gender of the householder and presence of
children.
The median income of female-headed households (no husband present) is $33,885, 30.8% less than
the median income of a male-headed households (no wife present) family ($48,949) and 32.9%
less than the median income of all households in the City ($50,483). Approximately 11.7% of all
households are under the poverty level; 4.7% of female-headed households with related children
under 18 are under the poverty level.
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TABLE 3–37: FAMILIES AND FEMALE HOUSEHOLDER WITH CHILDREN UNDER 18 (2018)
Category Number Percent
Total Families 10,036 100%
Male householder, no wife present 968 9.6%
With children under 18 412 4.1%
Female householder, no husband present 2,256 22.5%
With children under 18 1,346 13.4%
Source: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
As San Jacinto’s population and households grow, there will be a continued need for supportive
services for single parent households with children present. To address both the housing and
supportive services needs of female-headed households, additional multifamily housing should be
developed that includes childcare facilities (allowing single mothers to actively seek employment).
In addition, the creation of innovative housing for female-headed households could include co-
housing developments where childcare and meal preparation responsibilities can be shared. The
economies of scale available in this type of housing would be advantageous to this special needs
group as well as all other low-income household groups. Limited equity cooperatives sponsored by
non-profit housing developers are another financing structure that could be considered for the
benefit of all special needs groups.
FARMWORKERS
Farmworkers are traditionally defined as persons whose primary incomes are earned through
permanent or seasonal agricultural labor. Agricultural lands have historically been one of Riverside
County’s most important land uses and agriculture continues to play a large role in the local
economy. While Riverside County has recently experienced an unprecedented level of population
growth leading to a more diverse economic base that includes manufacturing, technology, and
service-oriented sectors, it remains strongly tied to an agricultural base.
Despite this fact, the 2014-2018 ACS data estimates that only 329 (1.8%) of the working population
of San Jacinto’s residents were employed in agriculture (or related industries – forestry, fishing and
hunting, mining) in 2018. It is possible (although statistics are not available) that the number of
residents employed in agriculture as opposed to those employed in forestry, fishing and hunting, or
mining is smaller than 329. In addition, it is possible (although statistics are not available) that a
number of active farmworkers are not full-time residents of San Jacinto, and migrate into the area
depending on seasonal crop harvest. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates
that there were 11,365 total farmworkers in Riverside County in 2017. Of those, 1,684 were migrant
farmworkers. USDA estimates that 5,607 farmworkers worked seasonally (hired for a period of less
than 150 days) in Riverside County in 2017, while 5,758 farmworkers in Riverside County were
permanent (hired for a period of greater than or equal to 150 days). Such farmworkers may find
temporary housing by living with relatives, or short-term rental of a single unit for several families,
resulting in overcrowded conditions.
The City has included Program 15, Development Code Updates, in the Housing Plan to demonstrate
that the Development Code will be updated to comply with the Employee Housing Act (Health and
Safety Code § 17000 et seq.), specifically, sections 17021.5 and 17021.6. Section 17021.5 which
requires employee housing for six or fewer employees to be treated as a single family structure and
permitted in the same manner as other dwellings of the same type in the same zone. Section
17021.6 requires employee housing consisting of no more than 12 units or 36 beds to be permitted
in the same manner as other agricultural uses in the same zone.
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HOMELESS PERSONS
Government Code Section 65583(a)(7) requires that the Housing Element include an analysis of the
needs of homeless persons and families. HUD has updated the definition to represent the issue in
the following way:
• People who are living in a place not meant for human habitation, in emergency shelter, in
transitional housing, or are exiting an institution where they temporarily resided. The only
significant change from existing practice is that people will be considered homeless if they
are exiting an institution where they resided for up to 90 days (it was previously 30 days)
and were in shelter or a place not meant for human habitation immediately prior to entering
that institution.
• People who are losing their primary nighttime residence, which may include a motel or hotel
or a doubled-up situation, within 14 days and lack resources or support networks to remain
in housing. HUD had previously allowed people who were being displaced within 7 days to
be considered homeless. The proposed regulation also describes specific documentation
requirements for this category.
• Families with children or unaccompanied youth who are unstably housed and likely to
continue in that state. This is a new category of homelessness, and it applies to families with
children or unaccompanied youth who have not had a lease or ownership interest in a
housing unit in the last 60 or more days, have had two or more moves in the last 60 days,
and who are likely to continue to be unstably housed because of disability or multiple barriers
to employment.
• People who are fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence, have no other residence, and
lack the resources or support networks to obtain other permanent housing. This category is
similar to the current practice regarding people who are fleeing domestic violence.
Homeless individuals face critical housing challenges due to their very low incomes, life challenges
and lack of appropriate housing. Thus, state law requires jurisdictions to plan to help meet the needs
of their homeless populations. The law also requires that each jurisdiction address community needs
and available resources for special housing opportunities known as transitional and supportive
housing. These housing types provide the opportunity for families and individuals to “transition”
from a homeless condition to permanent housing, often with the assistance of supportive services
to assist individuals in gaining necessary life skills in support of independent living.
Homeless Estimates
Counting the homeless population is problematic due to their transient nature; however, through
the efforts of the Riverside County Continuum of Care (CoC) estimates have been developed. The
Riverside County CoC is a consortium of individuals and organizations with the common purpose of
developing and implementing a strategy to address homelessness in Riverside County. The Riverside
County CoC is responsible for managing U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
funds for homelessness, and is uniquely positioned to identify system needs and take steps to
address them with the collaboration and partnership of community stakeholders.
As the primary coordinating body for homeless issues and assistance for the entire County, the
Riverside County CoC manages a plethora of activities and programs vital to the County, including
an annual point-in-time “snapshot” survey to identify and assess the needs of both the sheltered
and unsheltered homeless. Riverside County’s 2020 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count was conducted on
January 29, 2020 and was planned, coordinated, and carried out by County agencies, city
municipalities, non-profit service providers, and volunteers, including those experiencing
homelessness.
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The 2020 PIT Count identified 31 people in the City of San Jacinto experiencing homelessness,
representing 1.1% of Riverside County’s total homeless count (2,884 individuals). For Riverside
County, an estimated 729 (25.3%) of the 2,884 homeless individuals were sheltered and an
estimated 2,155 (75%) were unsheltered. The 31 people identified in San Jacinto were unsheltered.
Housing Accommodations
The San Jacinto Zoning Code allows emergency shelters by right in the Light Industrial zones,
subject to compliance with objective standards consistent with the requirements identified in
Government Code Section 65583(a)(4). Transitional and supportive housing are allowed by right in
all Residential zones and subject only to the same requirements for residential uses of the same
type (e.g., single-family or multifamily) in the same zone. Transitional and supportive housing are
also permitted by way of minor use permit in Commercial Downtown, Commercial General, and
Commercial Regional zones. The Housing Plan includes policies and programs directed to encourage
the provision of housing and services for the homeless population as well as persons and households
at risk of homelessness.
There are currently no homeless shelters or transitional housing facilities operating in the City.
The most recent inventory of resources available within Riverside County for emergency shelters,
transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing units comes from the 2020 Housing
Inventory reported to HUD by the Riverside County CoC. Table 3–38 shows the total beds offered
by homeless facilities in the Riverside County CoC area.
TABLE 3–38: HOMELESS FACILITIES (2019)*
Type Beds
Emergency Shelter Beds (year-round) 1,317
Emergency Shelter Beds (seasonal) (not included in total) 90
Transitional Housing Units 85
Rapid Re-housing Units 467
Permanent Supportive Housing Units 1,424
Source: HUD 2021 Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance Programs, Housing Inventory Count Report
• Emergency Shelter means “any facility with overnight sleeping accommodations, the
primary purpose of which is to provide temporary shelter for the homeless in general or for
specific populations of the homeless.”
• Transitional housing as “a project that is designed to provide housing and appropriate
supportive services to homeless persons to facilitate movement to independent living. The
housing is short-term, typically less than 24 months. In addition to providing safe housing
for those in need, other services are available to help participants become self-sufficient.
• Permanent housing (PH) is defined as community-based housing without a designated
length of stay in which formerly homeless individuals and families live as independently as
possible. Under PH, a program participant must be the tenant on a lease (or sublease) for
an initial term of at least one year that is renewable and is terminable only for cause. Further,
leases (or subleases) must be renewable for a minimum term of one month.
• Rapid rehousing offers time-limited rental assistance and case management services
designed to help families stabilize in housing and connect to other needed services in the
community
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A network of regional service providers operates a number of programs to serve the needs of varied
homeless subpopulations. Table 3–39 provides a list of emergency and transitional shelters and
available services for the homeless population in and around San Jacinto.
TABLE 3–39: FACILITIES AND SERVICES FOR THE HOMELESS
Organization Name Type of Service
Provided/Population Served Number of Beds
Project Touch (Southwest County) Emergency & Transitional Housing 230 beds
House of Decision (Riverside) Women & Children NA
Path of Life (Riverside) Emergency Shelter Limited availability of
non-contracted cities
85 Beds
Set Free Ranch (Lake Elsinore) Transitional/substance
abuse/mental health & Domestic
Violence
80 men’s beds
30 women’s beds
Salvation Army (Perris) Emergency Shelter, substance
abuse counseling
NA
Valley Restart (Hemet) Emergency Shelter for families 35 beds
Operation Safe House (Riverside) Emergency Shelter for youth 13 beds
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021.
Assessment of Need
Based on the available information, there is a countywide homeless population of 2,884 persons and
2,993 beds, indicating sufficient supply for homeless persons in the County. It is noted that the
2020 point-in-time survey identified 729 sheltered homeless persons and 2,155 unsheltered
homeless persons. The discrepancy between sheltered homeless persons and the county’s total
capacity to house homeless persons indicates a need for additional community services resources
to assist and match the homeless population with the countywide shelter and housing resources.
3I. Units at Risk of Conversion
ASSISTED HOUSING AT RISK OF CONVERSION
California housing element law requires jurisdictions to provide an analysis of low-income, assisted
multifamily housing units that are eligible to change from low-income housing uses during the next
10 years (2021-2031) due to termination of subsidy contracts, mortgage prepayment, or expiration
of restrictions on use (Government Code 65583). These units risk the termination of various subsidy
groups which could convert certain multifamily housing from affordable to market rate. State law
requires housing elements to assess at-risk housing in order to project any potential loss of
affordable housing.
The California Housing Partnership (CHP) provides data on assisted housing units, including those in
San Jacinto. Table 3–40 indicates the extent of subsidized multifamily rental housing in the City, the
subsidy programs that are in place for each project, and the likelihood of current housing assisted
projects to convert to market rate projects that would not provide assistance to lower income residents.
As shown in Table 3–40, there is one subsidized housing project (San Jacinto Villas Apartments) that
is moderately at risk of converting to market rate over the next ten years. The City is not currently
aware of any plans to convert the San Jacinto Villas Apartments to market rate.
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TABLE 3–40: SUMMARY OF AT-RISK SUBSIDIZED HOUSING UNITS
Project/Address
No. & Type of
Units
Type of
Subsidy Current Owner
Earliest Date of
Conversion Risk
Manzanita Gardens
537 N. Ramona Boulevard, San
Jacinto, CA 92583
35
Family LIHTC
Manzanita Gardens
Associates of San Jacinto
LP
2046 Low
San Jacinto Garden Apartments
324 E. Shaver Street, San Jacinto, CA
92583
97
Family USDA San Jacinto Gardens LP 2035 Low
San Jacinto Manor
1672 S. Santa Fe Street, San Jacinto,
CA 92583
66 Seniors and
Mobility
Impaired
USDA San Jacinto Manor GP 2036 Low
San Jacinto Senior Apartments
633 E. Main Street, San Jacinto, CA
92583
46
Senior LIHTC Beneficial Housing
Foundation 2051 Low
San Jacinto Village Apartments
700 Idyllwild Drive, San Jacinto, CA
92583
38
Family LIHTC San Jacinto Village
Apartments, LP 2044 Low
San Jacinto Villas Apartments
1692 S. Santa Fe Ave, San Jacinto,
CA 92583
81
Family LIHTC Palm Desert Development
Company 2029 Moderate
Terracina Apartments
1825 S. Santa Fe Street, San Jacinto,
CA 92583
54
Family LIHTC National Affordable
Communities Inc 2063 Low
Sources: California Housing Partnership, May 2021; National Housing Preservation Database, May 2021; SCAG 6th
Cycle Data Package
PRESERVATION OPTIONS
Depending on the circumstances of the at-risk projects, different options may be used to preserve
or replace the units. The following discussion highlights ways that the City’s at-risk units could be
preserved as affordable housing. All of the presented financial alternatives are costly and beyond
the ability of the City of San Jacinto to manage without large amounts of subsidy from federal
and/or state resources; however, the City can engage in a number of organizational efforts to
preserve at-risk units. Program 2 in the Housing Plan further describes the City’s commitment to
preserve at-risk units.
Replacement Through New Construction
The construction of new lower income housing units is a means of replacing the at-risk units should
they be converted to market rate. The cost of developing new housing depends on a variety of
factors such as density, size of units, location and related land costs, and type of construction.
Assuming an average development cost of $143,000 per unit for multifamily rental housing (1,200
square foot unit), replacement of the 81 moderately at-risk units would require approximately $11.6
million dollars, excluding land costs, necessary infrastructure, such as roads, wet and dry utilities,
or fees, which vary depending upon location.
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Purchase of Replacement Units
One preservation option is for a non-profit organization to purchase similar units. By purchasing
similar units, a non-profit organization can secure lower-income restrictions and potentially enable
the project to become eligible for a greater range of governmental assistance. The cost of purchasing
similar units depends on a number of factors, including the market conditions at the time, occupancy
rate, and physical conditions of the units to be acquired.
Current market value for the at-risk units is estimated on the basis of the units’ potential annual
income, and operating and maintenance expenses. The actual market value at time of sale would
depend on market and property conditions, lease-out/turnover rates, among other factors.
According to Zillow, the median cost of a home in San Jacinto as of April 2021 was $364,272. As
previously discussed, the City has identified 81 moderately at-risk units; the cost to purchase
replacement units would be approximately $29.5 million dollars.
Purchase of Affordability Covenants
Another option to preserve the affordability of at-risk projects is to provide an incentive package to
the owners to maintain the projects as affordable housing. Incentives could include writing down
the interest rate on the remaining loan balance, and/or supplementing the subsidy amount received
to market levels.
To purchase the affordability covenant on these projects, an incentive package should include
interest subsidies at or below what the property owners can obtain in the open market. To enhance
the attractiveness of the incentive package, the interest subsidies may need to be combined with
rent subsidies that supplement the HUD fair market rent levels.
Rental Assistance
Tenant-based rent subsidies could be used to preserve the affordability of housing. Similar to
Housing Choice Vouchers, the City, through a variety of potential funding sources, could provide
rent subsidies to very low-income households. The level of the subsidy required to preserve the at-
risk units is estimated to equal the Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a unit minus the housing cost
affordable by a very low-income household. Approximately $44,550 in rent subsidies would be
required monthly (or $534,600 annually). Assuming a 55-year affordability period, the total subsidy
is about $29.4 million.
Cost Comparison
In terms of cost effectiveness for preservation of the 81 moderately at-risk units, replacement
through construction ($11.6 million dollars) appears to be the most effective financial option;
however, this excludes land costs which could significantly alter that cost estimate. While the cost
of purchasing the affordability covenants is unknown, it is possible that it would provide a cost-
effective strategy for preserving the at-risk units and should be explored to further support the City’s
preservation objectives.
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Nonprofit Entities with Capacity to Acquire and/or Manage At-Risk Units
Nonprofit entities serving Riverside County, including San Jacinto, can be contacted to gauge their
interest and ability in acquiring and/or managing units at risk of conversion. A partial listing of
entities with resources in the Riverside County area includes:
• Alternatives for Domestic Violence
• Shelter from the Storm
• Nexus for Affordable Housing
• Catholic Charities
• Coachella Valley Housing Coalition
• Fair Housing Council of Riverside County
• Family Service Association of Riverside County
• Habitat for Humanity
• Lutheran Social Services
• BUILD Leadership Development
Potential Funding Sources to Preserve At-Risk Units
A partial list of potential federal, State, and local funding sources that can be used to preserve at-
risk units include:
• Predevelopment funds
• Tax-exempt bonds
• Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
• Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
• SB 2 Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Grant
• HOME funds
• Local housing trust funds
• Organizational Efforts
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The City will develop procedures for monitoring and preserving at-risk units, which will include the
following:
• Monitor the Risk Assessment report published by the California Housing Partnership
Corporation;
• Maintain regular contact with the local HUD office regarding early warnings of possible opt-
outs;
• Maintain contact with the owners and managers of existing affordable housing to determine
if there are plans to opt out in the future and offer assistance in locating eligible buyers;
• Develop and maintain a list of potential purchasers of at-risk units and act as a liaison
between owners and eligible purchasers;
• Establish contact with public and nonprofit agencies interested in purchasing and/or
managing units at risk at least three years prior to the expiration of affordability restrictions;
and
• Contact property owners of units at risk of converting to market-rate housing within one
year of affordability expiration to discuss the City’s desire to preserve complexes as
affordable housing. Participation from agencies interested in purchasing and/or managing
at-risk units will be sought. Coordinate with owners of expiring subsidies to ensure tenants
receive the required notices at 3 years, 6 months, and 12 months, per California law.
3J. Estimates of Housing Need
Several factors influence the degree of demand, or “need,” for housing in San Jacinto. The major
needs categories considered in this Element include:
• Housing needs resulting from the overcrowding of units
• Housing needs that result when households pay more than they can afford for housing
• Housing needs of “special needs groups” such as elderly, large families, female-headed
households, households with a disabled person, farmworkers, and the homeless
State law requires that cities quantify existing housing need in their Housing Element. Table Table
3–41 summarizes the findings.
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TABLE 3–41: SUMMARY OF NEEDS
Summary of Households/Persons with Identified Housing Need Percent of Total
Population/Households
Households Overpaying for Housing:
Renter Households Overpaying 19%
Owner Households Overpaying 21.9%
Extremely Low-income Households (0-30% AMI) Overpaying 10%
Very Low-income Households (0-30% AMI) Overpaying 10.6%
Low-income Households (0-30% AMI) Overpaying 12.4%
Overcrowded Households:
Overcrowded Renter Households 3.8%
Overcrowded Owner Households 2.5%
All Overcrowded Households 6.3%
Special Needs Groups:
Elderly Households 21.4%
Disabled Persons 15.2%
Developmentally Disabled Persons 1.2%
Large Households 24.7%
Female Headed Households 17.7%
Female Headed Households with Children 10.6%
Farmworkers 2.6%
Homeless 0.2%
Affordable Housing Units At-Risk of Conversion to Market Rate Costs 81
Sources: US Census, 2014-2018 ACS; Riverside County Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
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4. Constraints
Constraints to housing development are defined as government measures or non-governmental
conditions that limit the amount or timing of residential development.
Government regulations can potentially constrain the supply of housing available in a community if
the regulations limit the opportunities to develop housing, impose requirements that unnecessarily
increase the cost to develop housing, or make the development process so arduous as to discourage
housing developers. State law requires housing elements to contain an analysis of the governmental
constraints on housing maintenance, improvement, and development (Government Code Section
65583(a)(4)).
Non-governmental constraints (required to be analyzed under Government Code Section
65583(a)(5)) cover land prices, construction costs, and financing. While local governments cannot
control prices or costs, identification of these constraints can be helpful to San Jacinto in formulating
housing programs.
4A. Governmental Constraints
Housing affordability is affected by factors in both the private and public sectors. Actions by the City
can have an impact on the price and availability of housing in San Jacinto. Land use controls, site
improvement requirements, building codes, fees, and other local programs intended to improve the
overall quality of housing may serve as a constraint to housing development. These governmental
constraints can limit the operations of the public, private, and non-profit sectors, making it difficult
to meet the demand for affordable housing and limiting supply in a region. All City zoning
regulations, development standards, specific plans, and fees are posted online and available to the
public, consistent with the requirements of AB 1483.
LAND USE CONTROLS
Local land use policies and regulations impact the price and availability of housing, including
affordable housing. This section discusses the current and proposed General Plan land use
designations and provisions in the Development Code relative to the types of housing allowed within
San Jacinto as a potential governmental constraint. As previously discussed, the City is in the midst
of a comprehensive General Plan Update, expected to be adopted in the Spring of 2022. A new
Proposed Land Use Map, and new land use designations, have been prepared and circulated as part
of this effort. In order to create consistency between the Housing Element and the new General
Plan, the Housing Element identifies sites suitable to accommodate the City’s RHNA based on the
proposed land use designations included in the General Plan Update.
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The City has individually and cumulatively considered all relevant land use controls, as described in
this section, as potential constraints on a variety of housing types (e.g., multifamily rental housing,
mobilehomes, and transitional housing). The City has also considered the cumulative impacts of
these land use controls on the cost and supply of housing, including the ability to achieve maximum
densities and cost and supply of housing. In general, the City of San Jacinto maintained limited land
use controls that are intended to preserve public health and safety and are consistent with similar
land use controls implemented in neighboring jurisdictions. Where possible, the City has sought to
reduce governmental constraints by providing concessions or incentives to increase housing supply
and reduce costs. However, the City finds that the limiting factor for the development of new housing
in San Jacinto is not its land use controls, but rather the City’s geographic position and limited
employment opportunities to attract new residents. As part of the City’s comprehensive General
Plan Update, the City has prepared a robust economic study to understand the larger market and
demand for development in the City and, more generally, the San Jacinto Valley. Where a land use
control is identified as a potential constraint, the City has sought to include a program in the Housing
Plan to remove or reduce the constraint to the extent feasible (for example, the City acknowledges
that its parking standards may increase the cost of housing and the City has included a program to
update its Development Code which will include a revision to the City’s parking standards). Given
that the City is in the midst of a comprehensive General Plan Update and Development Code Update
process, the City looks forward to addressing constraints due to land use controls and has included
multiple Programs to commit the City to completing its General Plan and Development Code Update
early in the planning period (by December 2022).
The City has worked in the past to reduce prior constraints. For example, multi-family housing is
permitted by right in the multi-family residential zones; however, the Development Code previously
required that the Site Plan and Design Review be completed by the Planning Commission for any
residential development of more than 9 dwelling units. This was identified as a constraint and
changed by the City Council in 2021.
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General Plan
The General Plan Land Use Element sets forth land use designations that guide the location, type,
and intensity or density of permitted uses of land in the City of San Jacinto. The Development Code
(Title 17 of the Municipal Code) implements the General Plan by providing specific direction and
development standards for each general land use category. Table 4–1 shows residential land uses,
the corresponding zoning designation, and permitted densities allowed for housing. In addition to
residential land uses, the General Plan Land Use Element identifies several Specific Plan Areas (SPAs)
within the City. These areas are unique in ways that require special consideration and are regulated
by Specific Plans that are relevant to that plan area. SPAs are discussed in the following section.
TABLE 4–1: CURRENT GENERAL PLAN RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
General Plan
Designation Description Zone
Symbol Zoning Description
Estate Residential
(ER)
Allows a maximum of 1 detached single-family dwelling unit per 2
acres. Appropriate for rural areas and preservation of hillside and
scenic resources. This designation allows a maximum density of
0.5 du/ac.
RE Residential Estate
(max. 0.5 du/ac)
Rural Residential (RR)
Detached single-family dwelling units for small agricultural
operations and rural-oriented residences. This designation allows
a maximum density of 2.0 du/ac.
RR Rural Residential (max.
2.0 du/ac)
Low Density
Residential (LDR)
Single-family detached residential development. This designation
allows a maximum density of 2.1 – 5.0 du/ac. RL Residential, Low
Density (2.1–5.0 du/ac)
Medium Density
Residential (MDR)
For the development of single-family attached and detached units,
duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, townhouses, condominiums, as
well as mobilehome parks. This designation allows a maximum
density of 5.1 – 10.0 du/ac.
RM
Residential, Medium
Density (5.1–10.0
du/ac)
Medium High Density
Residential (MHDR)
Multi-family housing, including garden style units, apartments,
condominiums, townhouses, as well as mobilehome parks. This
designation allows a maximum density of 10.1 – 14.0 du/ac.
RMH
Residential, Medium
High Density (10.1–
14.0 du/ac)
High Density
Residential (HDR)
Multi-family housing, including garden style units, apartments,
condominiums, townhouses, as well as mobilehome parks. This
designation allows a maximum density of 14.1 – 18.0 du/ac.
RH
Residential, High
Density (14.1–18.0
du/ac)
Very High Density
Residential (VHDR)
Intended for apartments and condominiums. This designation
allows a maximum density of 18.1 – 22.0 du/ac. RVH
Residential, Very High
Density (18.1–22.0
du/ac)
General Open Space
(OS)
General open space and open space for the conservation of
natural and scenic resources and the protection of public and
property from natural hazards. Residential uses are permitted at a
maximum density of one dwelling unit per 40 acres (0.025
du/acre).
OSG Open Space General
(0.025 du/acre)
Downtown Commercial
(DC)
Allows for a mix of residential and commercial uses. This
designation allows a maximum density of 5.0 du/ac. CD Commercial Downtown
(max 5.0 du/ac)
Specific Plan (Planned
Community
Development) (SP)
A Specific Plan is required for all projects of 100 acres or more.
Permitted densities/uses are based on underlying zoning per
parcel.
SP Specific Plan (varies)
Sources: City of San Jacinto General Plan, 2012; City of San Jacinto Development Code, 2021
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TABLE 4–2: PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN RESIDENTIAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS
General Plan
Designation Description
Very Low Density
Residential (0-2 du/ac)
The Very Low Density Residential (VLDR): The Very Low Density Residential land use designation
provides for the development of very low density single-family dwellings at a density of up to 2
dwelling units per acre of land. This designation is generally most suitable in rural areas and areas
where scenic and natural resources should be protected, in areas that consist of small agricultural
operations and rural-oriented residences, or where natural hazards limit development potential (such
as hillsides).
Low Density Residential
(2-7 du/ac)
The Low Density Residential (LDR): The Low Density Residential land use designation provides for
the development of low density detached single-family dwellings at a density between 2 and 7
dwelling units per acre.
Medium Density
Residential (7-14 du/ac)
Medium Density Residential (MDR): The Medium Density Residential land use designation allows for
a range of housing types including single-family attached and detached units, condominiums,
townhouses, apartments, and mobilehome parks at a density of between 5 and 14 dwelling units per
acre.
High Density Residential
(14-22 du/ac)
High Density Residential (HDR): The High Density Residential land use designation provides for a
variety of single-family dwelling units and multiple-family dwellings including: garden style units,
stacked flats, courtyard homes, patio homes, townhouses, apartments, condominiums, senior
housing and mobilehome parks. Project densities between 14 and 22 dwelling units per acre allowed.
Very High Density
Residential (22-32 du/ac)
Very High Density Residential (VHDR): The Very High Density Residential land use designation
provides for the development of a wide range of multiple-family living accommodations, such as
townhomes, condominiums, apartments, and senior housing. Project densities between 22 and 32
dwelling units per acre are allowed.
Mixed-Use (0-1 FAR;
10.1-36 du/ac)
Mixed Use (MU): The Mixed Use designation provides opportunities for mixtures of commercial,
office, and residential uses in the same building, on the same parcel of land, or within the same area.
Mixed-use areas offer opportunities for people to live, work, shop, and recreate without having to use
their cars. This designation allows for vertical integration of compatible uses, whereby such uses
share the same building or lot, or horizontal integration of uses, where compatible uses are located
next to each other. Single-use projects are allowed; stand-alone residential projects should be
located in proximity to nonresidential development.
The Mixed Use designation allows residential densities between 10 and 36 dwelling units per acre
and a floor area ratio (FAR) of up to 1.0. For projects which include residential and nonresidential
components, the density requirements shall apply to the residential component and the FAR shall
apply to the nonresidential component.
Downtown Village (0-2
FAR; 40 du/ac max)
Downtown Village (DV): The Downtown Village land use designation allows for a variety of
commercial uses with a strong pedestrian orientation and design that enhances the City’s small-town
character. Development in these areas will be subject to additional design and development
standards intended to support the Downtown area.
Mixed commercial, office, and residential development (residential uses above or beside commercial
uses) is also permitted in the DV designation. Single-use projects are allowed; stand-alone
residential projects should be located in proximity to nonresidential development.
The Downtown Village designation allows residential densities up to 40 dwelling units per acre and a
floor area ratio (FAR) of up to 2.0. For projects which include residential and nonresidential
components, the density requirements shall apply to the residential component and the FAR shall
apply to the nonresidential component.
Specific Plan (varies)
Specific Plan (SP): The Specific Plan designation indicates there is an adopted Specific Plan for an
area, which provides detailed policies, standards, and criteria for the area’s development or
redevelopment. As required by state law, Specific Plans generally consist of a land plan, circulation
plan, development standards, design guidelines, and phasing plan and set forth detailed
implementation programs necessary to serve the development.
Sources: City of San Jacinto General Plan Update, 2020
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Specific Plans
A specific plan is a comprehensive planning document that guides the development of a defined
geographic area in a mix of uses including residential, commercial, industrial, schools, and parks
and open space. Specific plans typically include more detailed information than the General Plan
about land use, traffic circulation, development standards, affordable housing programs, resource
management strategies, and a comprehensive infrastructure plan. Specific plans are also used as a
means of achieving superior design by providing flexibility in development standards beyond those
contained in the Development Code.
There are multiple Special Planning Areas (SPAs) within San Jacinto that are regulated by Specific
Plans relevant to that plan area. For a majority of these SPAs there are no underlying land use
designations based on the current General Plan; however, in the Proposed Land Use Map, this issue
is resolved through the consistent application of the Specific Plan land use designation. Each Specific
Plan contains detailed regulations, conditions, programs, and design criteria unique to a defined
geographic area within San Jacinto and is intended to implement the General Plan. The adopted
specific plans are consistent with the General Plan. Future specific plans, specific plan amendments,
and development projects must be consistent with policies contained in the General Plan, including
the General Plan Land Use Element.
Development Code
Land use policies in the General Plan are implemented primarily through the Development Code.
The Development Code provides for a range of densities and residential uses and is designed to
protect and promote the health, safety, and general welfare of residents, which includes preserving
the character and integrity of established residential neighborhoods. To that end, the City has
established specific development standards that apply to residential construction in various districts.
These include density, lot coverage, building height, parking standards, and other applicable
requirements. The City is undertaking a comprehensive update to its General Plan and Development
Code; any future updates will be consistent with this Housing Element and internally consistency
with each other and other supporting plans and programs. It is the City’s intent to expand the range
of development options in San Jacinto by creating new land use designations and development
standards to accommodate higher density residential and mixed-use development.
Provisions for a Variety of Housing Types
State housing element law requires that jurisdictions facilitate and encourage a range of housing
types for all economic segments of the community. This includes the production of housing to meet
the needs of different types of households with incomes ranging from low to above moderate. The
Housing Element is the City’s plan for achieving this objective.
As shown in Table 4–3, the City’s Development Code accommodates a wide variety of conventional
and special needs housing, including single-family dwellings, duplexes, multifamily, ADUs,
manufactured housing, mobile home parks, residential care facilities (small and large), and
transitional and supportive housing.
TABLE 4–3: PERMITTED RESIDENTIAL USES BY ZONE
Housing Type Residential Zones Commercial Zones Special Purpose Zone Industrial Zone RE RR RL RM RMH RH RVH CD CG CR OSG IL
Conventional Housing
Single-Family Dwelling P P P P P P -- -- -- -- P --
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Housing Type Residential Zones Commercial Zones Special Purpose Zone Industrial Zone RE RR RL RM RMH RH RVH CD CG CR OSG IL
Conventional Housing
Two-Family Dwelling (Duplex) -- -- -- P P P -- -- -- -- -- --
Multi-Family Dwelling -- -- -- P P P P MUP -- -- -- --
Mixed-Use Projects -- -- -- -- -- -- -- MUP MUP MUP -- --
Accessory / Junior Accessory
Dwelling Unit P P P P P P P -- -- -- -- --
Mobile Home Park CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP -- -- -- -- --
Live-Work Unit -- -- -- -- -- -- -- MUP MUP MUP -- --
Special Needs Housing
Residential Care Facility
--6 or fewer clients
--7 or more clients
P
--
P
--
P
--
P
CUP
P
CUP
P
CUP
P
CUP
--
--
--
CUP
--
--
--
--
--
--
Residential Care Facility for
Elderly
--6 or fewer clients
--7 or more clients
P
--
P
--
P
--
P
CUP
P
CUP
P
CUP
P
CUP
--
--
--
CUP
--
--
--
--
--
--
Congregate Care Facility
--6 or fewer clients
--7 or more clients
P
--
P
--
P
--
P
--
P
--
P
--
P
--
--
--
--
CUP
--
--
--
--
--
--
Congregate Living Facility
--up to 6 persons
--7 to 11 persons
--12+ persons
P
MUP
--
P
MUP
--
P
MUP
--
P
MUP
CUP
P
MUP
CUP
P
MUP
CUP
P
MUP
CUP
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
Convalescent Home
--6 or fewer clients
--7 or more clients
P
--
P
--
P
--
P
CUP
P
CUP
P
CUP
P
CUP
--
--
--
CUP
--
--
--
--
--
--
Guest House P P -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Group Home for Persons with
Disabilities P P P P P P P -- -- -- -- --
Agricultural Employee Housing P -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Senior Residential Projects* -- -- -- P P P P MUP MUP MUP -- --
Emergency Shelter -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- P
Single-Room Occupancy -- -- -- CUP CUP CUP CUP -- -- -- -- --
Supportive Housing P P P P P P P MUP MUP MUP -- --
Transitional Housing P P P P P P P MUP MUP MUP -- --
Source: City of San Jacinto Development Code, 2021
Notes: “P” = Permitted; “CUP” = Conditional Use Permit; “MUP” = Minor Use Permit; and “--” = Not Permitted
* Senior Residential Projects are permitted in the RM, RMG, RH, and RVH zones as multi-family residential projects.
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Single-Family Dwelling: Attached and detached single-family dwellings and subdivisions are
permitted by right within the RE, RR, RL, and RM zones. Single-family projects are subject to a
ministerial Site Plan and Design Review. Projects proposing a subdivision are reviewed by the
Planning Commission.
Two-Family Dwelling (Duplex): A two-family dwelling or duplex is generally defined as a two-
unit housing structure with separate entrances for each unit, located on a single parcel. Duplexes
are permitted by right within the RM, RMH, and RH zones and are subject to a ministerial Site Plan
and Design Review.
Multi-Family Dwelling: Multi-family developments contain three or more dwelling units and
includes triplexes, fourplexes, apartments, condominiums, and townhouses. Multi-family
developments are permitted in the RM, RMH, RH and RVH by right as well as the CD zone subject
to a Minor Use Permit (MUP). Requires a Site Plan Review Application.
Live-Work Unit: Live-work units combine commercial and/or light industrial activities with a
residential space. Typically, the residential component is secondary or accessory to the primary use
as a place of work. Live-work units are limited to the CD zone subject to a Minor Use Permit (MUP).
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU): Government Code Section 65852.2(a)(1) allows local agencies
to designate areas within a city where accessory dwelling units (ADU) may be permitted and to
impose development standards addressing issues such as unit size, height, setbacks, lot coverage,
parking, landscaping, and architectural review. The City recently (2020) updated Chapter 17.21 of
its Municipal Code to be consistent with California Government Code Sections 65852.150 and
65852.2, which establish regulations for accessory dwelling units. The City has included Program 9,
Accessory Dwelling Units, in the Housing Plan to commit the City to updating its ADU Ordinance to
be consistent with State law and to update it as needed during the planning period to maintain
compliance.
San Jacinto Development Code Section 17.405.060 was amended to define an accessory dwelling
unit as “an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent
living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary
residence.” It includes an efficiency unit, as defined by Section 17958.1 of the California Health and
Safety Code, a manufactured home, as defined by Section 18007 of the California Health and Safety
Code, has its own independent sanitation facility, and includes a kitchen as defined by the Building
Code. This definition does not include a guest house.
Construction of an ADU or JADU (Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit) is permitted on a lot in a zone that
allows residential uses and includes a proposed or existing dwelling. A building permit is required
for an ADU and JADU pursuant to compliance with the minimum requirements described below and
in the Development Code, Section 17.405.060. Construction of ADUs shall be permitted on any
residential or mixed-use zone that allows residential units, subject to the following criteria, which
include (but are not limited to):
• Sites developed or proposed to be developed with a single-family residence shall not be
permitted more than one ADU.
• Sites developed with a multi-family building may convert existing non-habitable square
footage within the building to a minimum one ADU and a maximum that shall not exceed
twenty-five percent of the number of units on the site. Sites developed with a multifamily
building are also permitted to construct two ADUs or to convert detached accessory buildings,
garages, carports, or covered parking structures to a maximum of two ADUs.
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• A maximum of one JADU shall be permitted on a site developed or proposed to be
developed with a single-family residence, unless the subject site proposes or contains an
attached ADU. In such cases, a JADU shall not be permitted.
The approval process is ministerial in nature, and the City must approve or deny an application for
a building permit to construct an ADU or JADU within 60 days after receiving a complete application.
If a complete application for a building permit to construct an ADU or JADU is submitted in connection
with an application to construct a new primary dwelling on a lot, the application may not be approved
until the application is approved for the new dwelling. The application for the ADU or JADU must be
processed ministerially regardless of the approvals required for the primary dwelling. Further, the
ordinance sets forth the following development standards for ADUs:
TABLE 4–4: ADU AND JADU DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Specific Regulations ADU JADU Additional
Provisions Attached Detached
Minimum Size 150 sf 150 sf 150 sf
Maximum Size 1,200 sf 1,000 sf 500 sf (1) (2) (3) (4)
Maximum Height 16 ft and 1 story 16 ft and 1 story Same as primary
building
Minimum Side Yard Setback 4 ft 4 ft Same as primary
building (5)
Minimum Rear Yard Setback 4 ft 4 ft Same as primary
building (5)
Maximum Lot Coverage/Use
Intensity
Same as zoning
district
Same as zoning
district
Same as zoning
district (6)
Separation from Primary Buildings - 6 ft -
Minimum parking 1 space 1 space - (7)(8)
Tandem Parking Permitted Permitted Permitted
Source: City of San Jacinto Development Code, 2021
1. An attached accessory dwelling unit may not exceed 50% of the existing or proposed primary dwelling floor area
or 1,200 square feet, whichever is less.
2. ADUs may not exceed 800 square feet in size in cases where both an ADU and JADU are developed or proposed on
a site.
3. Existing accessory structures may be converted into an ADU and may be expanded by up to 150 square feet of
the existing footprint to accommodate ingress and egress only.
4. A junior accessory dwelling unit shall be constructed within the existing space of the proposed or existing single-
family dwelling or accessory structure, however, an expansion of not more than 150 square feet beyond the same
physical dimensions of the existing space of a single-family dwelling shall be permitted for purposes of
accommodating ingress and egress.
5. No setback is required to construct an accessory dwelling unit within an existing structure that is converted to an
accessory dwelling unit or a new structure constructed in the same location and the same dimension as an existing
structure.
6. Lot coverage and use intensity maximum established in zoning district may be exceeded to permit an ADU up to
800 square feet in size. This provision shall not apply to conversions of existing buildings.
7. No parking for the ADU is required if one or more of the following applies:
a. The ADU is located within ½ mile walking distance of public transit.
b. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
c. The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure.
d. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
e. When there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the ADU.
8. When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an
accessory dwelling unit or converted to an accessory dwelling unit, the city shall not require the replacement of off-
street parking spaces.
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Manufactured Housing: State law requires that manufactured housing, when constructed as a
single-family dwelling on a permanent foundation, be treated as a conventional single-family home
subject to the same development standards as a single-family residential dwelling on the same lot
would require, except for architectural requirements limited to its roof overhang, roofing material,
and siding material.
Manufactured homes may be placed on individual lots that allow single-family of two-family
residential uses provided that the homes are attached to a foundation system in compliance with all
applicable building regulations and Section 18551 of the Health and Safety Code and occupied only
as a residential use. Manufactured homes are subject to all Development Code provisions applicable
to residential structures.
Mobile Home Park: Mobile home parks, including manufactured home parks, that conform to the
State Mobile Home Parks Act (Division 13, Part 2.1 of the California Health and Safety Code,
commencing with Section 18200) or the implementing State guidelines (Title 25, Division I, Chapter
2 of the California Code of Regulations) and Section 18300 of the Health and Safety Code, are
allowed in all residential zones as a conditional use subject to Planning Commission approval.
Residential Care Facility: “Small” residential care facilities (those serving six or fewer clients) are
allowed by right in the residential zones subject to the same development standards and permit
processing requirements as other residential uses in those zones, pursuant to the California
Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act. “Large” residential care facilities (those serving
seven or more clients) are permitted in the RM, RMH, RH, RVH, CN, and CG zones subject to a CUP.
Senior Residential Projects: Senior residential housing is identified in the Development Code as
“Dwellings designed for persons at least 62 years of age, or a person at least 55 years of age who
meets the qualifications found in Civil Code Section 51.3. Includes senior apartments, retirement
communities, retirement homes, homes for the aged.” Senior residual projects are allowed in the
CD, CG, and CR zones subject to a MUP and Planning Commission approval.
Emergency Shelter: Emergency shelters are allowed in the industrial zone (IL) subject to
ministerial review and approval and compliance with objective standards consistent with the
requirements identified in Government Code Section 65583(a)(4).
No emergency shelters are currently located within San Jacinto. The IL zone include approximately
385 acres on 304 parcels. Based on the vacant land survey conducted for the General Plan Update,
95 of these parcels totaling 156 acres are vacant; 36 parcels are larger than one acre in size. These
undeveloped industrial parcels could accommodate a year-round emergency shelter; however, no
emergency shelters are to be located within 300 feet of each other. Additionally, the size of
emergency shelters is not to exceed 20 beds. Parcels zoned IL could accommodate at least two
emergency shelters, which could sufficiently house the 31 unsheltered homeless individuals in the
City (2020 Homeless Count). These parcels are infill sites in developed areas and are suitable for
emergency shelters. Water, sewer, and utilities are available in the roadways adjacent to these
parcels.
The City has considered the limit of 20-beds as a potential constraint to development of emergency
shelters and, based on discussions with service providers, has concluded that this is not a limit to
developing emergency shelters in San Jacinto. A facility of this size can more easily be located at
infill sites near goods and services and operated efficiency by a range of providers. The City has not
received any requests to develop larger emergency shelters and has not been made aware of any
potential projects that were discouraged from pursing an opportunity in San Jacinto due to this bed
limit. In addition, the City is not aware of any potential residents being turned away due to lack of
shelter space within the City.
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The IL zone is located within the developed center of the City and contains a wide variety of uses
including industrial and manufacturing, food service, vehicle repair and service, retail stores, and
gas and convenience. The IL zone is suitable for emergency shelters because:
• Shelters are compatible with a range of uses that are common in suburban communities and
allowed in the light industrial zone (e.g., government facilities, office buildings,
assembly/meeting facilities, health/fitness facilities, etc.);
• The IL zone is located along major corridors in the core of the City (State Street, 7th Street,
Esplanade Avenue, Ramona Expressway) with easy access to public transit (bus) and
community amenities including parks, shopping, food, and community and faith-based
services;
• There is a mixture of existing uses in the light industrial zone that include light industrial,
manufacturing, warehousing, office uses, and non-industrial uses; and
• Although hazardous materials may be present and used on some of the properties within the
IL zone, the majority of parcels are not known to be constrained by the presence of
hazardous materials.
Low Barrier Navigation Center: A low barrier navigation center is a housing first, low-barrier,
service-enriched shelter focused on moving people into permanent housing that provides temporary
living facilities while case managers connect individuals experiencing homelessness to income, public
benefits, health services, shelter, and housing. AB 2162 requires jurisdictions to further streamline
approval of eligible low barrier navigation center applications in areas zoned for mixed-use and
residential zones permitting multifamily uses, subject to specific criteria. The City’s Development
Code does not conform to these recent requirements; however, Program 15 in the Housing Plan
requires the Development Code to be updated to address AB 2162.
Transitional and Supportive Housing: Transitional housing is a type of housing used to facilitate
the movement of homeless individuals and families to permanent housing. Transitional housing can
take several forms, including group quarters with beds, single-family homes, and multifamily
apartments and typically offers case management and support services to return people to
independent living (usually between 6-24 months). The Development Code defines transitional
housing as “Housing with supportive services for up to 24 months that is exclusively designated and
targeted for recently homeless persons. May include self-sufficiency development services, with the
ultimate goal of moving recently homeless persons to permanent housing.” This definition is
consistent with Government Code Section 65582(j).
According to the National Housing Institute, supportive housing is permanent housing with a service
component, which can be provided either on-site or off-site. The Development Code defines
supportive housing as “housing with no limit on length of stay, that is occupied by the target
population and that is linked to on-site or off-site services that assist the supportive housing resident
in retaining the housing; improving his or her health status; and maximizing his or her ability to live
and, when possible, work in the community.” The target population includes persons with disabilities,
elderly, youth aging out of the foster system, veterans, and homeless. The City’s definition is
consistent with Government Code Section 65582(g).
Senate Bill 2 provides that transitional housing and supportive housing that is a rental housing
development constitutes a residential use. It requires zoning to treat such uses as a residential use
and subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the
same zone. The Development Code allows transitional and supportive housing as a residential use,
subject to the same permitting process and development standards as other residential uses in the
residential and commercial zones.
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The City has included Program 15, Development Code Updates, in the Housing Plan to confirm that
the Development Code will be updated to permit transitional and supportive housing as a residential
use in all zones allowing residential uses and only subject to those restrictions that apply to other
residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone in compliance with Gov. Code, § 65583,
subd. (a)(5) and further ensure that the Development Code is consistent with requirements for by-
right permanent supportive housing under AB 2162.
Single-Room Occupancy (SRO): Single-room occupancy (SRO) facilities are a housing type that
is considered suitable to meet the needs of extremely low, very low, and low-income households.
With high housing costs, many communities in California are exploring the use of single-room
occupancy housing to fulfill the affordable housing needs of certain segments of the community,
such as seniors, students, and single workers. The San Jacinto Development Code permits SRO units
in the RM, RMH, RH, and RVH zones subject to a CUP.
Housing for Disabled Persons: On January 1, 2002, SB 520 became effective and required local
jurisdictions to analyze local government constraints on developing, maintaining, and improving
housing for persons with disabilities. In accordance with SB 520 and Government Code 65583(a)(7),
the City recognizes the importance of providing housing for persons with disabilities. Persons with
disabilities have a number of specific housing needs, including those related to design and location.
Design needs generally include the removal of architectural barriers that limit the accessibility of
dwelling units and construction of wheelchair ramps, railings, etc. Location needs include
accessibility to public transportation, commercial services, health care, and supportive services.
Some persons with disabilities need group housing opportunities, especially those who are lower-
income or homeless. The following discussion addresses these issues and determines that no specific
City policy or regulation serves to impede the access that persons with disabilities have to housing
that suits their specific needs. During the prior planning period, the City was made aware of some
issues with housing for persons with disabilities and completed an update to the Development Code
to ensure that people with disabilities were included and accommodated within the City. Careful
consideration has been given to accommodating persons with disabilities and the City continues to
support housing for persons with disabilities in accordance with State law.
Zoning and Land Use: The General Plan and Development Code provide for the development of
multi-family housing in the RM, RMH, RH, and RVH zones by right, as well as in the CD zone by
Minor Use Permit. Traditional multifamily housing for persons with special needs, such as apartments
for the disabled, are considered regular residential uses permitted in these zones. The City’s land
use policies and zoning provisions do not constrain the development of such housing. Additionally,
the City permits group homes for persons with disabilities by right in all residential zone districts
within the City.
Under the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (Lanterman Act), small State-licensed
residential care facilities for six or fewer persons must be permitted in all zones that allow single or
multifamily uses, subject to the same permit processing requirements and development standards.
The City of San Jacinto will amend the Development Code to define a small residential care home
as a single-family residential use, and therefore permitted subject to a MUP in the CD zone, in order
to maintain compliance with the Lanterman Act. Large residential care facilities serving seven or
more clients are conditionally permitted persons in the RM, RMH, RH, RVH, CN and CV zones.
Potential conditions of approval may include hours of operation, security, loading requirements, and
management. Conditions are similar to those for other similar uses in the same zones and would
not serve to unduly constrain the development of residential care facilities for more than six persons.
Occupancy standards for residential care facilities are the same as occupancy standards for all other
residential uses. The Development Code also accommodates transitional and supportive housing in
all residential zoning districts and subject only to the same requirements for residential uses of the
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same type (e.g., single-family or multifamily) in the same zone, and in the CD, CG, and CR zones
subject to a MUP. These facilities may serve persons with disabilities.
Building Code: Building construction and procedures within San Jacinto are required to conform to
the 2019 California Building Code, as adopted in Title 15 of the City’s Municipal Code. Standards
within the Building Code include provisions to ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities. These
standards are consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). No local amendments that
would constrain accessibility or increase the cost of housing for persons with disabilities have been
adopted and City officials are not aware of any instances in which an applicant experienced delays
or rejection of a retrofitting proposal for accessibility to persons with disabilities.
Reasonable Accommodation: Both the federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment
and Housing Act direct local governments to make reasonable accommodation (i.e., modifications
or exceptions) in their zoning laws and other land use regulations to allow disabled persons an equal
opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling. For example, it may be a reasonable accommodation to
waive a setback requirement so that elevated ramping can be constructed to provide access to a
dwelling unit for a resident who has mobility impairments. Whether a particular modification is
reasonable depends on the circumstances and must be decided on a case-by-case basis.
Reasonable accommodation refers to flexibility in standards and policies to accommodate the needs
of persons with disabilities. The City’s zoning and building codes, as well as approach to code
enforcement, allow for special provisions that meet the needs of persons with disabilities without
the need for variances. The City’s Reasonable Accommodation Ordinance is codified in Chapter
17.625 of the Development Code.
The City’s Community Development Director has administrative/ministerial authority to hear and
decide applications for reasonable accommodation to allow reasonable remedy from zoning and
other land use regulations, policies, and procedures for individuals with physical or mental
impairment. A request for reasonable accommodation may include a modification or exception to
the rules, standards, and practices for the siting, development, and use of housing or housing-
related facilities that would eliminate regulatory barriers and provide a person with a disability equal
opportunity to housing of their choice.
Reasonable accommodation applications are not charged a fee for review and the reviewing
authority must consider all of the following factors:
1. Whether the housing, which is the subject of the request, will be used by one or more
individuals with a disability as defined under the Acts;
2. Whether the request for a reasonable accommodation is necessary to make specific housing
available to an individual with a disability under the Acts;
3. Whether the requested reasonable accommodation would impose an undue financial or
administrative burden on the City. The determination of undue financial and administrative
burden will be done on a case-by-case basis involving various factors;
4. Whether the requested reasonable accommodation would fundamentally alter the nature of
a City program or law, including but not limited to land use and zoning
5. Should the City determine that the applicant’s initial request would impose an undue financial
or administrative burden on the City, or fundamentally alter a City program or law, it may
propose an alternative accommodation that would provide an equivalent benefit. In the event
the City makes a determination not to accommodate an applicant’s initial request, this
determination shall be documented.
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Conclusion: Current planning policies and zoning regulations have mitigated potential constraints to
the availability of housing for persons with disabilities. The City has analyzed its Development Code
and procedures to ensure that it is providing flexibility in, and not constraining the development of,
housing for persons with disabilities. Furthermore, the City’s Development Code does not provide a
definition of “family” so this is not a constraint.
Development Standards
Development standards directly shape the form and intensity of residential development by
providing controls over land use, heights and volumes of buildings, open space on a site, etc. Site
development standards also ensure a quality living environment for all household groups in the City,
including special groups such as lower and moderate-income households and senior citizens. Table
4–5 summarizes development standards in the RE, RR, and RL residential zones and Table 4–6
summarizes development standards in the RM, RMH, RH, and RVH residential zones, including
density, minimum lot size, setbacks, lot coverage, and building height, by zoning district.
TABLE 4–5: BASIC RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE RE, RR, AND RL ZONES
Development Standard RE RR RL
20,000 15,000 10,000 7,200
Parcel
Dimensions
Parcel Area (Net) 2 ac 20,000 sf 15,000 sf 10,000 sf 7,200 sf
Parcel Width 150 ft 100 ft Corner Parcel = 72 ft, Interior Parcel = 60 ft
Parcel Depth 300 ft 100 ft
Density 1 du per parcel 2.1 – 5.0 du/ac
Floor Area 1,200 sf 1,000 sf
Setbacks
Front 25 ft 20 ft
Interior Side 5 ft
Street Side Primary Structure = 10 ft, Detached Garage = 20 ft
Rear 20 ft
Impervious Surface Coverage 50% 55%
Structure Coverage 35% 40%
Maximum
Structure
Height
Agricultural Structure 40 ft
Primary Structure 35 ft
Accessory Structure 15 ft
Slope Rear Setback Area = 3% maximum slope
Rear Yard Area = 5% maximum slope with 20 ft. min depth
Separation Distance 10 ft minimum separation distance between primary and accessory structures.
Sources: City of San Jacinto Development Code, 2021.
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TABLE 4–6: BASIC RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE RE, RR, AND RL ZONES
Development Standard RM RMH RH RVH
Parcel
Dimensions
Parcel Area (Net) 50,000 sf
Parcel Width 100 ft
Parcel Depth 100 ft
Density 5.1-10.0 du/ac 10.1-14.0 du/ac 14.1-18.0 du/ac 18.1-22.0 du/ac
Floor Area
Studio = 550 sf minimum
1 bedroom = 750 sf minimum
2 bedroom = 900 sf minimum
3 bedroom = 1,000 sf minimum
4+ bedroom = 1, 200 sf minimum
Setbacks
Front First Floor = 20 ft and Second Floor = 25 ft
Interior Side
One Story Structure = 10 ft
Two story structure = 15 ft; or 20 ft if abutting any RL zone
Three story structure = 20 ft; or 25 ft if abutting any RL zone
Street Side
One story structure = 10 ft
Two story structure = 15 ft
Three story structure = 20 ft
Rear
One story structure = 15 ft
Two story structure = 20 ft; or 30 ft if abutting any RL zone
Three story structure = 50 ft; or 70 ft if abutting any RL zone
Impervious Surface Coverage 60%
Structure Coverage 40% 45%
Open Space Common 250 sf
Private 150 sf 100 sf
Height Primary Structure 45 ft
Accessory Structure 15 ft
Separation Distance 10 ft minimum separation distance between structures
Sources: City of San Jacinto Development Code, 2021.
The City recognizes that certain development standards may constrain housing development. More
specifically, the City has identified potential constraints in the minimum parcel size of 50,000 square
feet in the RM and RMH zones. The intent of this development standards was for the development
of multi-family housing, but this becomes problematic with detached, small lot subdivisions. The
City has addressed this issue by working with developers through the Planned Development Permit
process. The Planned Development Permit allows for the Planning Commission to modify any
development standard in exchange for exceptional design elements. As part of Housing Plan Program
5, General Plan and Development Code Update, the City will consider reducing the minimum parcel
size of the RM and RMH zones to coincide with the maximum General Plan density as part of the
Development Code Update. The City will also consider removing or reducing minimum floor area
sizes. Finally, the City will consider removing the impervious surface requirement and limiting to
structure coverage as part of the Development Code Update. The City has seen evidence that this
would encourage vertical development and allow applicants to achieve maximum densities.
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Residential Parking Requirements
Parking standards are an important development regulation in communities. The City’s parking
requirements are intended to ensure that adequate off-street parking and loading facilities are
provided in proportion to the need created by the type of use. Adequate parking for residential
projects contributes to the value of a project, the safety of residents, and the quality of a project’s
appearance. However, excessive parking standards can pose a significant constraint to the
development of housing because they can reduce the buildable area on a site and impact the funding
available for project amenities or additional units. The parking requirements for residential and
mixed-use developments are shown in Table 4–7.
TABLE 4–7: RESIDENTIAL PARKING REQUIREMENTS
Use Requirement Additional Regulations
Single-Family Dwelling
(Detached) • 1 – 4 bedroom: 2 enclosed spaces
• 5+ bedroom: 3 enclosed spaces --
Single-Family Dwelling
(Attached)
• 2 covered spaces per unit
• Plus guest parking:
• Up to 30 units – 0.25 spaces per unit; with
a minimum of 1 space
• 31 - 60 units - 0.20 spaces per unit
• 61 units and over - 0.166 spaces per unit
--
Triplexes • 2 spaces per unit; at least 1 covered --
Two-Family Dwellings
(duplex) • 2 enclosed spaces per unit --
Multi-Family Dwellings
• Studio-1 bedroom: 1.5 spaces per unit (1.0
enclosed)
• 2 bedroom: 1.75 spaces per unit (1.50
enclosed)
• 3+ bedroom: 2 spaces per unit (1.50 enclosed)
• Plus guest parking:
• 0 - 10 units – None required
• 11 - 30 units - 0.25 spaces per unit
• 31 - 60 units - 0.20 spaces per unit
• 61 units and over - 0.166 spaces per unit
--
Accessory Dwelling Unit • 1 space per ADU1
• No spaces required for JADU
No parking is required if ADU is:
• Located within 0.5 mile walking
distance of public transit
• Located within an architecturally
and historically significant historic
district
• Part of the proposed or existing
primary residence or an
accessory structure
• When on-street parking permits
are required but not offered to the
occupant of the ADU
• When there is a car share vehicle
located within one block of the
ADU
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Agricultural Employee
Housing • 1 space per unit --
Congregate Care Facility (15
or more) • 1 space for each 3 beds --
Condominiums
• 2 enclosed spaces for each unit
• Plus guest parking:
• 0 - 30 units – 0.25 spaces per unit;
• 31 - 60 units - 0.20 spaces per unit
• 61 units and over - 0.166 spaces per
unit
--
Live-Work Unit • 2 spaces for each unit Spaces for nonresidential uses per
Minor Use Permit
Mixed Use Projects
(Residential over
Retail/Office)
• 2 covered spaces per residential unit Spaces for nonresidential uses per
Minor Use Permit
Mobile Home Parks
• 2 covered spaces on each mobile home site
• 1 guest space for each 5 mobile home
spaces
Tandem parking is permitted in
attached carport
Senior Residential Projects • 1 covered space per unit, plus 1 guest space
per 10 units --
Community Care Facility
• Small: same as residential use
• Large: in addition to spaces for primary use,
1 space per employee and 1 drop-off space
for every 4 care recipients
--
Congregate Care Facility
• Small: same as residential use
• Large: in addition to spaces for primary use,
1 space per employee and 1 drop-off space
for every 7 care recipients
--
Residential Care Facility
• Small: same as residential use
• Large: in addition to spaces for primary use,
1 drop-off space for every 7 care recipients
--
Residential Care Facility for
the Elderly
• Small: same as residential use
• Large: in addition to spaces for primary use,
1 drop-off space for every 7 care recipients
--
Supportive Housing
• Same as for single-family dwelling if 6 or
fewer persons
• Same as for multi-family housing if 7 or more
persons
--
Transitional Housing
• Same as for single-family dwelling if 6 or
fewer persons
• Same as for multi-family housing if 7 or more
persons
--
Affordable Housing Projects
Using Density Bonus
• 0 - 1 bedroom: 1 on-site parking space
• 2 - 3 bedroom: 2 on-site parking spaces
• 4+ bedroom: 2.5 on-site parking spaces
--
Sources: City of San Jacinto Development Code, 2021.
1. When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU
or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.
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The City has provisions to waive or reduce the parking requirements for projects that include
affordable housing units, and also allows for parking reductions for senior housing developments. A
parking reduction is also available administratively and at no cost through the Reasonable
Accommodation process for housing for persons with disabilities. Moreover, affordable housing
developments that are eligible for a density bonus pursuant to Government Code Section 65915-
65918 are eligible to use parking standards established by State Density Bonus law. The City has
included Program 15, Development Code Updates, to update the City’s emergency shelter parking
requirements consistent with AB 139.
The City has not received any developer request for a variance from current parking standards;
however, the City recognizes that certain residential parking requirements may constrain housing
development. As previously stated, the Housing Plan includes Program 5, General Plan and
Development Code Update. As part of the Development Code Update, the City will consider reducing
parking requirements for single-family dwellings with five or more bedrooms from three to two
enclosed spaces. In addition, the City will consider removing requirements for enclosed parking for
multi-family dwellings. The City has analyzed all other parking standards, including requirements
for congregate care, community care, and transitional and supportive housing types, and concluded
that they do not pose a significant constraint on housing. The City continues to monitor parking
requirements and provide flexibility, such as parking reductions for affordable housing projects, as
needed.
On/Off Site Improvements
All new subdivisions and developments must comply with the General Plan requirements for
infrastructure construction. These infrastructure requirements include roads, storm drain facilities,
sewer, water, and electrical facilities. Without constructing these facilities, many of the greenfield
development sites could not support new development. As such, these improvements are necessary
to sustain development in the City.
San Jacinto’s Circulation Element establishes the City’s street width standards. In most areas of the
City that are already developed, streets, sidewalks, and curbs are already in place. The City’s street
standards are consistent with those of surrounding areas, and include the following:
• Collector Streets - Roadway providing access to abutting property and activity nodes, and
linking properties to the secondary or major system. Required right-of-way width is 78-90
feet.
• Secondary Streets - Roadway intended to carry traffic between the local street system and
the arterial highway system. Required right-of-way width is 100 feet.
• Major Highway - Highway that complements the Arterial system. Normally links and may be
continuous over shorter distances than arterials. Required right-of-way width is 112 feet.
• Arterial - Highway carrying the traffic of local and collector streets to and from freeways and
other major streets with controlled intersections and generally provide direct access to
properties. Required right-of-way width is 122 feet.
• Urban Arterial - Highways carrying moderately high volumes of long distance and local traffic.
Although access to abutting property is permitted, priority is given to through traffic mobility.
Required right-of-way width is 146 feet.
• Limited Access Conventional Highway - Highways that carry large volumes of traffic relatively
long distances through an urban or rural area. Also serve considerable local traffic traveling
over short distances. Priority is placed on through-traffic rather than access to fronting
property. Direct access to individual fronting parcel is limited. Should be continuous through
the community they serve and link to arterial routes. Required right-of-way width is 146-
184 feet.
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Variation in right of-way width and specific road improvements will occur in certain cases due to
physical constraints and/or right-of-way limitations. The City allows deviation from these standards
in certain cases due to physical constraints or where circumstances dictate special treatment and
therefore there are no constraints to the production of market rate and affordable housing as a
result.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PROCESS
The time and cost of permit processing and review can be a constraint to housing development if
significant development review is required. Project review and permit processing are necessary steps
to ensure that residential construction proceeds in an orderly manner. The time required for project
approval is often not so much a factor of the approval body (Director versus Planning Commission),
but the complexity of the project and associated environmental issues. However, small infill projects
that can be approved administratively are generally less complex and take a shorter time to obtain
appropriate approvals. Large mixed-use projects or residential subdivision maps, subject to the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), require a public hearing before the Planning Commission.
The City reviews all applications for development to ensure that the project contributes in a positive
manner to the community and improves quality of life. Residential development projects typically
undergo several types of approvals – ministerial, discretionary actions (either with or without a
public hearing), and legislative actions. This section outlines the timeline for typical residential
development review and describes the permitting requirements and procedures for Site Plan and
Design Review, Conditional Use Permits (CUP), Subdivision Maps, etc. Given the development
activity during the 5th Cycle RHNA period, the City’s processing and permit procedures do not appear
to unduly constrain the development of housing.
Timeframes
Processing times for applications in San Jacinto vary based upon the scope and type of project. The
amount of time involved in processing applications depends on the type of project, the applicant’s
compliance with the City’s ordinances, and the completeness of the applications. Certain types of
applications/permits are discretionary and require a public hearing, while others are processed
administratively. Through administrative approval, the applicant bypasses the public hearing
requirement and shortens the processing time.
Some projects may take an extended period for final approval. However, these projects generally
have significant environmental impacts, involve General Plan or Specific Plan Amendments,
rezoning, or need additional community workshops. Developers may be responsible for delays by
failing to provide information or requesting continuances. Permit approval under these
circumstances requires more time for public notice, public hearings, and negotiation of design
modifications to resolve problems.
On average, the typical processing time for a single-family home ranges from 30-60 days, which
assumes plan check and building permits with no additional entitlements required. These residential
projects tend not to create substantial environmental impacts, thereby greatly reducing the time
needed for review. The typical processing time for a multifamily unit is 9-12 months, which assumes
that additional entitlements are required, a moderate level of environmental analysis is necessary,
and public hearings with the Planning Commission and/or City Council will occur.
Table 4–8 outlines the typical permit processing times and associated reviewing body by the type
of approval or permit. It should be noted that many projects require multiple entitlements, which
are often processed concurrently, thereby shortening the overall processing time. The City has
established a list of standard permits that apply to residential development projects ranging from
building permits to use permits.
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TABLE 4–8: TYPICAL PERMIT PROCESSING TIMES AND REVIEWING BODY
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021
D = Deciding body whose decision is final unless appealed
R = Advisory body required to make recommendations
A = Appeal authority
1. The final review authority for a Conditional Use Permit granting a Density Bonus, in compliance with Section
17.310.060 (Application Filing, Processing, and Approval) shall be the Council, with the Commission first making a
written recommendation to the Council.
2. The Director may defer action and refer the request to the Commission for consideration and final decision.
3. The Commission may defer action and provide a recommendation to the Council for consideration and final
decision.
4. The City Manager may defer action and refer the request to the City Council for consideration and final decision.
5. The Development Code allows for anyone to request a public hearing (referral) of a Minor Use Permit or Minor
Variance by the Planning Commission.
During the last cycle, the time between entitlement approval and building permits was around 7
years due to the very slow recovery from the Great Recession. The City took creative and innovative
approaches to assist land owners retain their entitlement rights by extending tract maps via
Development Agreements until the market returned to a level of profitability for the private
developer and development could continue. These Development Agreements allows for up to 15
additional years to construct previously entitled maps. Under current market conditions, the time
between entitlements and permits is much shorter with some developers running plan check
concurrent with the Site Plan and Design Review (which can be completed within several months).
Pre-Application Plan Review
Type of Approval or Permit
Review Authority Processing
Times Director PC CC Public
Hearing
Legislative Actions
Development Agreements and
Amendments R R D Yes 12 months
Development Code Amendments R R D Yes 9 months
General Plan Amendment R R D Yes 12 months
Specific Plans and Amendments R R D Yes 12 months
Zoning Map Amendments R R D Yes 9 months
Planning Permits and Approvals and Administrative Actions
Conditional Use Permit R D1, 3 A Yes 6 months
Minor Use Permit D2 A A Only if
requested5 4 months
Minor Variance D2 A A Only if
requested5 2 months
Planned Development Permits R D3 A Yes 12 months
Reasonable Accommodation D2 A A Appeals
Only 1 month
Site Plan and Design Review D2 D/A3 A
Only for
PC
Decision
3-12 months
Variance R D3 A Yes 3 months
Zoning Clearances D2 A A Appeal
Only 2 weeks
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Applicants may request a pre-application conference with the Director or request review of their
project by the Pre-Development Review Committee. These processes are optional but recommended
and serve to offer an opportunity for applicants to obtain information to help navigate the City’s
requirements or to obtain early feedback regarding a proposed development project before entering
the formal review process.
Zoning Clearance
In accordance with Chapter 17.655 of the Development Code, Zoning Clearance is required in
conjunction with Landscape and Irrigation Approval prior to initiation or commencement of any use
of land not requiring the construction of a structure or improvement, change of use, business license,
building or grading permit, any other construction permit, or new paving or impervious surfaces not
requiring a construction permit. If a project involves a Zoning Clearance only, as would be the case
for one new single-family dwelling on a lot, Planning staff reviews and approves the application to
ensure compatibility with the City’s development standards, previously approved plans, and all
criteria applicable to the proposed use. This is a ministerial action. Any application for an ADU or
JADU that meets the ADU requirements is approved ministerially with a Zoning Clearance.
Site Plan and Design Review
In accordance with Chapter 17.630 of the Development Code, Site Plan and Design Review is
required for the construction of any structure, or to relocate, rebuild, or significantly enlarge or
modify any existing structure or site. Site Plan and Design review is an administrative review process
to ensure projects comply with the objective development standards of the zone and single-family
and multi-family development standards of the Development Code. The Community Development
Director is the deciding body for all Site Plan and Design Review projects except for projects located
on hillsides (having a natural slope gradient of 15% or greater), located within a Floodplain, projects
involving Density/Intensity Incentives, or projects that includes discretionary actions, such as
subdivisions or legislative actions. A public hearing is not required for Director review Site Plan and
Design Review applications. The Planning Commission is the deciding body, with the Director making
recommendations, for all development on hillsides having a natural slope gradient of 15 percent or
greater and development in the most risk-prone flood areas. These types of development require a
public hearing to decide upon a development application.
In order for the review authority to approve a Site Plan and Design Review application, the proposed
development must:
• Be allowed within the subject zone;
• Be in compliance with all of the applicable criteria identified in Subparagraph
17.630.040.C.5., of the Development Code [see below];
• Be in keeping with the character of the neighborhood, in terms of the structure(s) general
appearance; and;
• Not be detrimental to the harmonious and orderly growth of the City.
Additionally, the following criteria (included as Subparagraph 17.630.040.C.5. of the Development
Code, see reference above) shall be considered during the review of a Site Plan and Design Review
application:
• Compliance with Chapter 17.630 of the Development Code and all other applicable City
regulations and policies;
• Efficient site layout and design;
• Compatibility with neighboring properties and developments;
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• Efficiency and safety of public access and parking;
• The arrangement and relationship of proposed structures and signs to one another and to
other developments in the vicinity and whether the relationship is harmonious and based on
good standards of design;
• The compatibility in scale and aesthetic treatment of proposed structures with public areas;
• The adequacy of proposed driveways, landscaping, parking spaces, potential on-site and off-
site parking and traffic impacts and other potential impacts upon the environment;
• Appropriate open space and use of water efficient landscaping;
• Consistency with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; and;
• Consistency with any adopted design guidelines/standards.
The Site Plan and Design Review standards encourage high quality design while allowing developers
to identify the best means of complying, providing flexibility to the process. The Site Plan and Design
Review process for single-family residential units includes a comprehensive, objective set of
standards through a point basis. Project must receive a passing score to be approved. A score of 80
percent score is required to pass; however, developers have a number of options on how to reach
the minimum number of points. In every case since 2012, the development community has been
able to meet the objectives outlined in the Development Code. Further the Site Plan and Design
Review process does not require a public notice. Therefore, the Site Plan and Design Review process
is not a significant constraint to the development of housing.
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Minor Use Permit (MUP)
Chapter 17.605 of the Development Code regulates the issuance of Conditional Use Permits (CUP)
and Minor Use Permits (MUP). Land uses that require a CUP generally have a unique and distinct
impact on the area in which they are located or are capable of impacts to adjacent properties unless
given special review and conditions. The following residential uses require a CUP:
• Congregate Living Facilities (12+ persons) in the RM, RMH, RH and RVH zones;
• Congregate Living Facilities (7-12 persons) in the RE, RR, RL, RM, RMH, RH, RVH zones;
• Multifamily housing in the CD zone;
• Senior housing in the CD, CN and CR zones;
• Live/Work Units in the CD, CG, and CR zones;
• Mixed-Use Projects in the CD, CG, and CR zones;
• Mobile Home Parks and Subdivisions in the RE, RR, RL, RM, RMH, RH, RVH zones;
• Residential Care Facility (7+ persons) in the RM, RMH, RH, RVH zones;
• Residential Care Facility for Elderly (7+ persons) in the RM, RMH, RH, RVH zones;
• Single-Room Occupancy in the RM, RMH, RH, RVH zones.
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The Planning Commission may approve, conditionally approve, or deny a CUP application unless the
application includes concurrent processing of a permit that requires City Council action, in which
case the Planning Commission makes a recommendation to the City Council. Minor Use Permits are
approved or disapproved by the Director unless the Director chooses to refer the MUP to the
Commission for review and final decision. The approving body must make the following findings
prior to approval, pursuant to Section 17.605.060 of the Development Code:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan;
2. That the proposed use is allowed within the applicable zone and complies with all other
applicable provisions of this Development Code and the Municipal Code;
3. That the design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the proposed activity will be
compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity;
4. That the site is physically suitable in terms of:
• Its design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics of the proposed use;
• The provision of public and emergency vehicle (e.g., fire and medical) access;
• Public protection services (e.g., fire protection, police protection, etc.); and
• The provision of utilities (e.g., potable water, schools, solid waste collection and
disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.).
5. That the measure of site suitability shall be required to ensure that the type, density, and
intensity of use being proposed will not adversely affect the public convenience, health,
interest, safety, or general welfare, constitute a nuisance, or be materially injurious to the
improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in which the property is
located; and
6. That the applicant agrees in writing to comply with any and all of the conditions imposed by
the review authority in the approval of the Conditional Use Permit or Minor Use Permit.
These findings apply to all uses that require a CUP or MUP; no special or unique findings are required
for residential uses.
As described throughout this Background Report and in the Housing Plan, the City is in the process
of updating its General Plan and Development Code to create new land use designations to support
mixed-use development at higher densities and intensities than previously allowed. As part of this
work, the City expects to modify the processing and permit procedures for mixed-use projects to
streamline the process and make the review process more objective; this could include, but is not
limited to, removing the requirement that mixed-use projects are only allowed with a use permit.
Planned Unit Development Permits
Chapter 17.620 of the Development Code sets forth the process for approving a Planned
Development (PD) Permit in the City. The PD Permit Provide a method whereby land may be
designed and developed as a single unit by taking advantage of modern site planning techniques
thereby resulting in a more efficient use of land, a better living environment, and a superb site plan,
and excellence of design than is otherwise possible through strict application of the development
standards. The permit may adjust or modify, where necessary and justifiable, all applicable
development standards (e.g., building envelope [coverage, FAR, height, and setbacks], fence and
wall heights, landscaping, parking, open space, street layout, etc.) identified in Development Code,
with the exception of an increase in the applicable density or intensity above the allowable
maximums. A PD Permit may be requested for residential developments of at least two acres, and
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may be approved, approved in modified form, conditionally approved, or disapproved by the
Planning Commission. The approving body must make the following findings prior to approval,
pursuant to Section 17.620.060 of the Development Code:
1. That the Planned Development Permit will:
a. Be allowed within the subject base zone;
b. Be consistent with the purpose, intent, goals, policies, actions, and land use
designations of the General Plan and any applicable specific plan;
c. Be generally in compliance with all of the applicable provisions of the Development
Code relating to both on-site and off-site improvements
2. That the proposed project will produce a comprehensive development of superior quality and
excellence of design (e.g., appropriate variety of structure placement and orientation
opportunities, appropriate mix of structure sizes, high quality architectural design,
significantly increased amounts of landscaping and improved open space, improved solutions
to the design and placement of parking and loading facilities, incorporation of a program of
highly enhanced amenities [e.g., additional public art], LEED or other “green” related
standards, etc.) than might otherwise occur from more typical development applications;
3. That proper standards and conditions have been imposed to ensure the protection of the
public health, safety, and welfare;
4. That proper on-site traffic circulation (e.g., pedestrian and vehicular) and control is
designed into the development to ensure protection for fire suppression and police
surveillance equal to or better than what would normally be created by compliance with
the minimum setback and parcel width standards identified in Article 2 (Zones, Allowable
Land Uses, and Zone Specific Standards);
5. That the subject parcel is adequate in terms of size, shape, topography, and circumstances
to accommodate the proposed development;
6. That adequate public services and facilities exist, or will be provided, in compliance with the
conditions of approval, to serve the proposed development and the approval of the proposed
development will not result in a reduction of public services to properties in the vicinity to
be a detriment to public health, safety, and general welfare;
7. That the proposed development, as conditioned, will not have a substantial adverse effect
on surrounding property or their allowed use;
8. That if the development proposes to mix residential and commercial uses whether done in a
vertical or horizontal manner, the residential use is designed in a manner that it is
appropriately buffered from the commercial use and is provided sufficiently enhanced
amenities to create a comfortable and healthy residential environment and to provide a
positive quality of life for the residents. The enhanced amenities may include additional
landscaping, additional private open space, private or separated entrances, etc.;
9. That the design, location, operating characteristics, and size of the proposed development
will be compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity, in terms of aesthetic
values, character, scale, and view protection; and
10. That the applicant agrees in writing to comply with any and all of the conditions imposed by
the review authority in the approval of the Planned Development Permit.
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Subdivisions
This review process applies to all residential land divisions within the City. Title 16 of the San Jacinto
Municipal Code includes the standards and processes for subdivisions. It is based primarily on the
State Subdivision Map Act. As it relates to residential development, the regulations apply to all land
divisions that create lots for single-family homes and lots, or condominiums, for multifamily
development. As part of the review process for subdivisions, the City reviews applications for
compliance with lot size and shape standards, the general layout of the subdivision, and
infrastructure requirements. If the project complies with the subdivision standards and General Plan
density, the project can proceed through the approval process.
Reasonable Accommodation
The City’s process for providing reasonable accommodation allows individuals, or their
representatives, to make requests for reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as
part of the permit process. Requests for reasonable accommodation are submitted to and reviewed
by the Community Development Director. The Community Development Department provides
assistance to those who need it in applying for a reasonable accommodation. The request must state
the basis of the request, including modification or exception to the regulations, standards, and
practices for the siting, development, and use of housing or housing related facilities that would
eliminate regulatory barriers and provide an individual with a disability equal opportunity to housing
of his or her choice. The Community Development Director may request additional information that
complies with fair housing law and the privacy rights of the individual. The determination is made
within 30 days, not counting time necessary to gather additionally requested documents. Appeals
may be made to the Planning Commission.
San Jacinto’s reasonable accommodation procedure does not require a public hearing and preserves
privacy laws and fair housing laws. Only property owners in abutting properties are notified if the
accommodation is granted and future property owners are notified by the covenant. San Jacinto’s
reasonable accommodation procedure complies with Housing Element law and provides an
accessible way for disabled residents to make necessary changes to their properties.
Facilitated Environmental Review
The City has adopted uniform procedures for complying with the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for assessing the potential environmental impacts of those
development applications determined to be a “project” as defined by Public Resources Code 21000-
21177. Environmental review is required for most discretionary actions including Design Review,
Conditional Use Permits, Subdivision Maps, and legislative actions including General Plan
amendments, zone changes, and code amendments. Environmental review occurs while the
application is being processed. An environmental determination by City staff for a project is made
in order to prepare the appropriate environmental document that can be considered by the decision-
making authority with the legislative or discretionary application.
Streamlining Approvals
Lower Income Sites Included in Previous Elements
While the Design Review process is not considered a constraint to housing, Program 15 has been
included to comply with Government Code 65583.2. This program will provide for ministerial
approval (e.g., Community Development Director approval of Design Review and entitlements other
than a subdivision map) of housing projects with a minimum of 20% of units affordable to lower
income households and will increase certainty for affordable and multifamily developers related to
residential sites throughout the community, as identified in Appendix A.
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Senate Bill (SB) 35
SB 35 provides provisions for streamlining projects based on a jurisdiction’s progress towards its
RHNA and timely submittal of the Housing Element Annual Progress Report. When jurisdictions have
insufficient progress toward their above moderate-income RHNA and/or have not submitted the
latest Housing Element Annual Progress Report, these jurisdictions are subject to the streamlined
ministerial approval process (SB 35 (Chapter 366, Statutes of 2017) streamlining) for proposed
developments with at least 10% affordability.
HCD reviews the annual progress report deadlines and RHNA progress on an annual basis. San
Jacinto is currently subject to SB 35 streamlining provisions when proposed developments include
10% affordability. Program 15 in the Housing Plan has been provided to incorporate the mandatory
streamlining provisions into the City’s Development Code. These streamlining provisions will reduce
approval requirements for projects that include a minimum of 10% of units affordable to lower
income households and that meet the criteria specified by State law.
Flexibility in Development Standards
Development standards affect the financials of a residential project, both from the revenue side
(through achievable density) and through the costs of accommodating specific development
standards. However, there is no specific threshold that determines whether a particular standard or
combination constrains the affordability or supply of housing. Many factors determine project
feasibility. While prior sections discussed how to reduce development costs, the following describes
ways that the Development Code offers flexibility in development standards.
Residential Density Bonus
The City Development Code allows density bonuses for affordable and senior residential projects in
accordance with State Density Bonus law. Chapter 17.310 of the Development Code requires density
bonuses and other incentives for housing and/or child care facilities to be granted in accordance
with the requirements of State law, including Government Code Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 4.3
(Density Bonuses and Other Incentives).
Short-Term Rentals
Short-term rentals are not addressed in the Development Code outside of ADUs and JADUs, where
short-term rentals (under 30 days) are not permitted. There were four short-term rentals in San
Jacinto listed on Airbnb.com in August 2021; however, only two of the rentals were for an entire
house. The other two rentals were limited to a room or suite within a home and do not decrease the
amount of housing stock available for permanent occupancy.
Building Codes and Enforcement
New construction in San Jacinto, including additions and remodels, must comply with the 2019
California Building Code (CBC). The City adopted the 2019 California Building Code with all required
updates. The Building Code establishes construction standards necessary to protect public health,
safety, and welfare, and the local enforcement of this code does not unduly constrain development
of housing. The 2019 California Building Code, Title 24, Part 2, Volumes 1 and 2, published by the
International Code Council, was adopted by the City by reference as Title 15 of the City’s Municipal
Code and subject to the amendments contained in that Title.
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Amendments have been made to the California Building Code as detailed in Chapter 15.04 of the
City’s Municipal Code. These amendments are reasonably necessary as they relate to the unique
circumstances in San Jacinto. Specifically, amendments to Chapter 1, section 105.2, item 2 of the
2019 Edition of the California Building Code and Section 2-1.2.1(2) of the 1997 Uniform
Administrative Code are reasonably necessary due to the following local climactic condition. The City
of San Jacinto has sustained serious property damage due to extremely high Santa Ana winds,
including sustained winds at over 100 miles per hour, thus necessitating the review and approval of
building plans and permits for fences over eighteen inches (18”), rather than for only those fences
over six feet (6’) or seven (7’) feet as required in the 2019 Edition of the California Building Code
and 1997 Uniform Administrative Code. Amendments to Chapter 1, section 105.2, items 1 and 6 of
the 2019 edition of the California Building Code and Section 106.1 of the 1997 Uniform
Administrative Code are reasonably necessary due to the following local climatic condition. The City
of San Jacinto experiences extremely hot temperatures, especially the summer, which affect
concrete curing and other similar processes. These amendments have been assessed for their impact
on the production of market rate and affordable housing and there are no constraints as a result.
Code enforcement is conducted by the City and is based upon issues identified by the community
and reported to City staff. The City maintains general records of neighborhoods where code
complaints are most prevalent and works proactively with these neighborhoods to address potential
issues before they become significant concerns. The City enforces its code requirements equitably
throughout the community, as necessary. Program 4 in the Housing Plan has been included to help
support homeowners with rehabilitating substandard housing. The Code Enforcement Department
works with property owners and renters to assist in meeting State health and safety codes.
Procedures for Typical Developments
Single-Family Development
In most cases, a single-family development requires the processing of a Tentative Tract Map and
Site Plan and Design Review. Typically, the Site Plan and Design Review is deferred by the applicant
until after approval of the subdivision map. This is typically because the subdivider is not the ultimate
builder, so rather than review the site plan and architectural details at the subdivision review, it’s
deferred until the entitled project is sold to a merchant builder. The merchant builder can then go
through the Site Plan and Design Review process with their specific product.
The subdivision process requires a subdivision map and usually requires some level of CEQA review
along with a Water Quality Management Plan. Once a subdivision map is determined by city
departments to be in compliance with the City’s subdivision code and development code, the project
is forwarded to the Planning Commission along with findings and conditions of approval. After a
public hearing, the Commission votes to approve or deny a project. After a 15-day appeal period,
the decision by the Commission is final unless appealed to the City Council.
If the Site Plan and Design Review is deferred by the applicant, the project is conditioned to complete
the Site Plan and Design Review before permits are issued. The Site Plan and Design Review is
limited to review of the architecture and site design (i.e., setbacks, lot coverage, etc.). The Site Plan
and Design Review process for single-family residential units includes a comprehensive, objective
set of standards through a point basis. Project must receive a passing score to be approved. The
scoring provides flexibility to the developer by allowing them to decide which design features are
feasible or preferred for the project. A score of 80 percent is required to pass. The Site Plan and
Design Review is reviewed and approved administratively.
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For in-fill residential developments (those without a subdivision on a single-parcel), only a Site Plan
Design Review is required. The same objective development standards apply.
Staff is considering modifications to the scoring process as outlined in the Development Code,
Section 17.425.020.G, that would allow for additional flexibility by a developer. These modifications
would include adding a provision wherein the applicant could receive a score of less than 80 percent
and still be approved, provided the approval is reviewed by the Planning Commission. This process
would incentivize higher quality design, while allowing for flexible alternatives through a hearing
process.
Multi-Family Development
In most cases, a multi-family development of up to 499 units is reviewed through the Site Plan and
Design Review process. Developments of more than 500 units, or those on 100 acres or more,
require a Planned Development Permit or Specific Plan. The Site Plan and Design Review is utilized
to identify issues early in the process before construction drawings are commissioned. It ensures
that any special considerations, such as infrastructure improvements, CEQA, etc. are addressed
early. In addition, the objective development standards of the Development Code are reviewed to
ensure compliance with local provisions. For applicants, it is much easier to make modifications to
plans through the entitlement phase, rather than addressing potentially significant changes through
the Plan Check process. As such, the process is not a constraint on development as it provides
developers information on development requirements early in the process without investing
significant money into the project.
DEVELOPMENT FEES
The City of San Jacinto charges fees to process plans submitted for residential projects and to fund
the provision of important services that are needed to accommodate housing and population growth.
Fees and exactions are used to finance public facilities, roadways, water and sewer infrastructure,
schools, and other community services. Nearly all these fees are assessed through a pro rata share
system, based on the magnitude of the project’s impact or the extent of the benefit that will be
derived. Failure to adequately plan for residential development is a key reason why jurisdictions are
so financially constrained today. In general, these fees can be a constraint on housing development
and compromise market-rate affordability because the additional cost borne by developers
contributes to overall increased housing unit cost. However, the fees are necessary to maintain
adequate planning services and other public services and facilities in the City.
For new residential projects, developers in San Jacinto may be required to pay one or more of the
following fees depending on the location, type, and size of the project:
Planning, Building, and Environmental Fees: The City of San Jacinto charges developers standard
plan check fees, fees for processing applications, building permits, tentative tract maps,
environmental initial study, variance, conditional use permit, or other permits to pay for the cost of
processing applications and conducting inspections for specific projects. This does not include
additional fees paid by the developer for project-specific environmental impact reports.
City Impact Fees: The City charges impact fees to finance new or expanded infrastructure and public
facilities required to serve residents. The fee must have a reasonable relationship to the infrastructure
costs and represent the marginal cost of improvements required to serve residents of the new
residential projects. The City charges fees to offset impacts to public streets, drainage facilities, water
quality, and parks. Other fees and assessments may apply depending on the location.
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Regional Impact Fees: Regional impact fees include water and sewer fees collected by the water district
and sanitation district, and school impact fees collected by the school districts as allowed by State law
to finance the construction and expansion of schools to accommodate student enrollment. The water,
sanitation, and school districts have the authority to set the fee levels; the City does not have any
ability to adjust these fees.
Planning and permitting fees are charged on an at-cost basis to cover staff services and
administrative expenses for processing development applications. Development impact fees are
required to provide essential services and infrastructure to serve new residents. Impact fees are
governed by State law to demonstrate a nexus between development and potential impacts. State
law also requires the proportionality test to ensure the pro rata share of costs to provide services
and infrastructure by individual developments is reasonable. The City recognizes that
planning/permitting and development fees add to the cost of residential development.
Table 4–9 details the City’s Planning Department processing fees for development project
entitlements. One or more of the entitlements would be required to process a residential project
depending on the scale and complexity of the project and a building permit is required for each
residential structure.
TABLE 4–9: DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PROCESSING FEES (EFFECTIVE 07/01/2020)
Entitlements
Planning and Application Fees
Change Of Zone / Text Amendment $3,500 Application Fee + $6,000 Initial Deposit
Specific Plan/Amended Specific Plan $4,000 Application Fee + $20,000 Initial Deposit
Conditional Use Permit $3,000 Application Fee + $10,000 Initial Deposit
Development Agreement $5,000 Application Fee + $15,000 Initial Deposit
General Plan Amendment $3,500 Application Fee + $6,000 Initial Deposit
Site Plan and Design Review $4,000 Application Fee + $15,000 Initial Deposit
Minor Use Permit $3,000 Application Fee + $5,000 Initial Deposit
Planned Development Permit $2,000 Application Fee + $15,000 Initial Deposit
Pre-Application $500 Application Fee + $2,500 Initial Deposit
Site Plan & Design Review (Single Family Home, Sign Program) $400 Application Fee + $2,000 Initial Deposit
Site Plan & Design Review (Tract, Commercial, Industrial) $750 Application Fee + $8,500 Initial Deposit
Variance $750 Application Fee
Subdivisions
Lot Line Adjustment $200 Application Fee + $2,300 Initial Deposit
Lot Merger $200 Application Fee + $2,300 Initial Deposit
Tentative Tract Map / Revision $4,000 Application Fee + $10,000 Initial Deposit
Tentative Parcel Map $3,000 Application Fee + $6,000 Initial Deposit
Environmental Review
Environmental Impact Report Application Fee is 25% of Contract Amount or $7,500.00,
whichever is greater + deposit for Contract Amount
Environmental Assessment (Initial Study) $500 Application Fee
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021
Note: This is only a partial list of typical Planning fees.
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As shown in Table 4-9, most project processing fees are processed on an hourly basis. Each project
cost varies based on the completeness of the project application and amount of time needed to
review the project. Projects that have poor quality submittals (i.e., missing items or do not comply
with the objective design requirements) will require additional reviews and therefore more funds,
whereas projects with quality submittals generally require less review time and therefore less actual
costs. Most residential projects in the City require just a Site Plan and Design Review. For multi-
family developments, the Site Plan and Design Review fee is $4,000 plus a $15,000 deposit. For
single-family homes, it’s $400 plus a $2,000 deposit and for single-family tracts, it’s $750 plus a
$8,500 deposit. The reason for the difference between fees is that the single-family tracts had more
of the review completed under the tentative tracts review (i.e., dedication, water quality, traffic and
circulation, etc.) so the review is generally limited to condition compliance review and architecture.
For multi-family developments, the Site Plan and Design Review is the entitlement review for all
dedications, environmental, etc., so the review is generally more complicated. The other fees listed
in Table 4-9 would only apply if they are part of the application request (i.e., Change of Zone,
Planned Development Permit, etc.).
Table 4–10 provides the typical total development cost to fees per unit for single and multi-family
developments according to a study performed by the Western Riverside Council of Governments
(WRCOG) in 2016.5 While portions of this study were updated in 2018, the information contained in
the more robust 2016 study is most applicable in analyzing fees as a constraint to development.
The estimated total development and impact fees for a typical single-family residential project within
a 50-unit subdivision measuring 2,700 square feet located on a 7,200 square foot lot is $39,523.
The estimated total development and impact fees for a typical multi-family residential project within
a 200-unit subdivision measuring 260,000 gross square feet (1,100 square feet average unit size)
is $28,129. The City’s development fees are comparable to the average fees for all WRCOG cities,
which are $43,793 for a single family unit and $27,432 for a multi-family unit according to the same
study. The exact fees associated with an individual project will vary greatly based on the exact
project parameters. However, the City reviews its fees annually to confirm that its fees are in line
with those charged by other agencies in the region and that they do not present a constraint to
development.
TABLE 4–10: TOTAL FEES FOR TYPICAL SINGLE- AND MULTI-FAMILY UNITS IN SAN JACINTO (2016)
Fee Category Single Family Multi-family
Regional Transportation Fees (TUMF) $8,873 $6,231
Habitat Mitigation Fees (MSHCP) $1,992 $1,036
Water and Sewer Fees $13,041 $10,015
Storm Drain/ Flood Control Fees $990 $300
Other City Fees $7,235 $6,138
School Fees $7,392 $4,368
Other Area/Regional Fees $0 $41
Total Fees $39,523 $28,129
Source: WRCOG, 2016
Table 4–11 provides the ratio of typical development cost to fees per unit for single and multi-family
developments in San Jacinto.
5 “Analysis of Development Impact Fees in Western Riverside County,” Economic & Planning Systems, Inc., https://ca-
wrcog.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/803/Fee-Comparison-Analysis---Final-Draft?bidId= (December 2016).
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TABLE 4–11: TOTAL PROCESSING AND FEES FOR TYPICAL SINGLE- AND MULTI-FAMILY UNITS (2016)
Housing Type Total Fees Estimated Development
Cost per Unit*
Estimated Proportion of Fees
to Development Costs per Unit
Single Family $39,523 $344,393 11.5%
Multi-Family $28,129 $244,552 11.5%
Source: WRCOG, 2016
Note: *Development costs are estimated averages for WRCOG region.
As part of this Housing Element Update, the City has considered all fees incurred by the development
community and considered these fees as a potential constraint on housing supply and affordability.
As demonstrated throughout this Background Report, the City of San Jacinto has a strong history of
housing production at all income levels and proactively coordinates with the development
community on a regular (at least annual) basis. The City continues to see applications for housing
development and provides incentives for the production of affordable housing, including fee deferral
and/or regulatory incentives (see Housing Program 10). The City has reviewed its fees and
considered the fees of neighboring jurisdictions and, in concert with ongoing development and input
from development community, has determined that the City’s fees do not constrain housing supply
or affordability.
4B. Non-Governmental Constraints
Non-governmental constraints refer to market factors such as the demand for housing, the price of
land, construction costs, availability of financing, and other factors that increase the cost of housing
development.
DEVELOPMENT COSTS
Land Prices
The cost to develop housing is influenced by the cost of the raw land, the cost of holding the land
during the development process, and the cost of providing services to meet City standards for
development. The cost of raw land is influenced by variables such as scarcity, location, availability
of public utilities, zoning, and unique features like trees and adjoining uses. Throughout Riverside
County, undeveloped land is typically available; however, land prices have generally increased with
a rapidly growing population. A review of lots for sale and recently sold, using Zillow and LoopNet
listings, found over 90 vacant lots zoned for residential use in San Jacinto. These ranged in price
from $22,588 to $2,100,000, or approximately $1.53 to $4.16 per square foot.
A number of underdeveloped parcels with a single-family unit that could be redeveloped with larger,
single-family homes (with ADUs) or duplexes have been sold for $75,000 to $650,000 or
approximately $54 to $4.79 to $11.88 per square foot, largely depending on the lot size and location
within the community.
Recent multifamily sales in San Jacinto include a 2-unit property (duplex) at 470 W 2nd St. sold in
October 2020 for $265,000 or $55.31 per square foot ($132,500 per unit), a 2-unit property
(duplex) at 390 E 6th St. sold in May 2019 for $250,000 or $22.07 per square foot ($125,000 per
unit) and a 4-unit property (fourplex) at 586 S Mistletoe Ave. sold in August 2020 for $649,000 or
$49.66 per square foot ($162,250 per unit).
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Cost of Construction
Construction cost is determined primarily by the cost of labor and materials. The relative importance
of each is a function of the complexity of the construction job and the desired quality of the finished
product. As a result, builders are under constant pressure to complete a project for as low a price
as possible while still providing a quality product. This pressure has led (and is still leading) to an
emphasis on labor-saving materials and construction techniques.
The International Code Council (ICC) provides estimates for the average cost of labor and materials
for typical Type VA protected, wood-frame housing. Estimates are based on “good-quality”
construction, providing for materials and fixtures well above the minimum required by state and
local building codes. In the 2018 edition of the Building Safety Journal, the ICC estimated that the
average per square foot cost for good-quality housing in the San Jacinto area was approximately
$113 for multifamily housing and $139 – $206 per square foot for single-family homes. Although
construction costs are a substantial portion of the overall development cost, they are consistent
throughout the region and therefore are not considered a major constraint to housing production.
The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic social distancing guidelines may increase constructions costs for an
unknown period.
Construction cost increases, like land cost increases, affect the ability of consumers to pay for
housing. Construction cost increases occur due to the cost of materials, labor, and higher
government-imposed standards (e.g., energy conservation requirements). The development
community is currently producing market rate for-sale housing that is affordable to moderate and
above moderate-income households.
Cost and Availability of Financing
Financing is critical to the housing market. Developers require construction financing and buyers
require permanent financing. The two principal ways in which financing can serve as a constraint to
new residential development are the availability and cost of construction financing and the
availability and cost of permanent financing.
• If financing is not easily available, then more equity may be required for developing new
projects and fewer homebuyers can purchase homes, since higher down payments are
required.
• Higher construction period interest rates for developers result in higher development costs.
For homebuyers, higher interest rates translate into higher mortgage payments (for the
same loan amount), which therefore reduces the purchasing power of homebuyers.
On May 6, 2021, the reported average rate for a 30-year mortgage was 2.96% with 0.6 fees/points
(Freddie Mac, 2021). From 2005 through 2021, average monthly mortgage rates have ranged from
a high of 6.76% in July 2006 to today’s record lows. For homebuyers, it is necessary to pay a higher
down payment than in the recent past, and demonstrate credit worthiness and adequate incomes,
so that loan applications meet standard underwriting criteria. While adherence to strict underwriting
criteria was not required during the early and mid-2000s, the return to stricter standards is
consistent with loan standards prior to 2001.
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Interest rates at the present time are not a constraint to affordable housing. Financing for both
construction and long-term mortgages is generally available in Riverside County subject to normal
underwriting standards. A more critical impediment to homeownership involves both the affordability
of the housing stock and the ability of potential buyers to fulfill down-payment requirements.
Conventional home loans typically require five to 20 percent of the sales price as a down payment,
which is the largest constraint to first-time homebuyers. This indicates a need for flexible loan
programs and a method to bridge the gap between the down payment and a potential homeowner’s
available funds. The availability of financing for developers under current economic conditions may
also pose a constraint on development outside of the City’s control.
As described in Program 13, the City will continue to support the Mortgage Credit Certificate Program
managed by the County of Riverside, a government assistance program, to help address this issue.
Approved and Built Densities
While the City’s zoning regulations identify minimum and maximum densities that can be developed
in San Jacinto, individual developers may opt to build at the lower, mid-range, or higher end of
allowed densities. Recent projects in San Jacinto that are built or are under construction are
consistent with the densities anticipated by the City’s current and proposed General Plan and
Development Code. The City has received feedback from the development community that the
maximum density levels are realistic and achievable, and the City expects to continue to see projects
built at or around the maximum allowable density.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS
In addition to the constraints to market rate housing development discussed above, affordable
housing projects face other constraints. While there is a range of sites available for potential
affordable housing projects, as well as projects that focus on special needs populations, financial
assistance for the development of affordable housing is limited and highly competitive.
Multiple funding sources are typically needed to construct an affordable housing project since
substantial subsidies are required to make the units affordable to extremely low, very low, and low-
income households. It is not unusual to see five or more funding sources assembled to make a
project financially feasible. Each of these sources may have different requirements and application
deadlines, and some sources may require that the project has already successfully secured financing
commitments. Since financing is so critical and is also generally competitive, organizations and
agencies that provide funding can often effectively dictate the type and size of projects. Thus, in
some years senior housing may be favored by financing programs, while in other years family
housing may be preferred. Target income levels can also vary from year to year.
This situation has worsened in recent years. Federal and state funding has decreased and limited
amounts of housing funds are available. Tax credits, often a fundamental source of financing for
affordable housing, are no longer selling on a one for one basis. In other words, once a project has
received authorization to sell a specified amount of tax credits to equity investors, the investors are
no longer purchasing the credits at face value but are purchasing them at a discount. In addition,
many Federal and state funds have significant conditions or restrictions. For example, many state
affordable housing projects require the project to pay prevailing wages which increases the cost of
construction off-setting any financial benefit of utilizing those funds. Further, many funding options
may also require local matching funds which are not feasible in smaller cities with limited staffing
and financial resources.
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4C. Environmental Constraints
According to the County of Riverside’s 2018 Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan,
environmental hazards affecting residential development in the City include geologic and seismic
conditions, which provide the greatest threat to the built environment, wildfire, and flooding. The
following hazards may impact development of residential units in San Jacinto. To protect the health,
safety, and welfare of residents in San Jacinto, the City has adopted regulations that limit
development within areas of high risk and/or require design standards that can withstand natural
hazards. In preparing the City’s inventory of vacant sites designated for residential development
(Appendix A), the City considered the extent to which sites were constrained by hazards, and
potential hazards are accounted for as part of the capacity study. There are no known environmental
constraints or other constraints that would preclude housing development on identified sites in the
planning period or reduce the potential capacity of a site to a level lower than what has been
assumed in Appendix A.
Geologic and Seismic Hazards
Similar to other southern California cities, the City of San Jacinto is located in an area of high seismic
activity. San Jacinto is crossed by two significant active faults zoned by the State Alquist-Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Act: The San Jacinto fault (Clairmont fault) and the Casa Loma fault. In
addition, the City is located within close proximity to other major fault zones including the San
Andreas, Elsinore, and other segments of the San Jacinto fault. The Claremont/Casa Loma faults,
located less than 0.5 miles from the City, require special near-source factors to be incorporated into
buildings developed within 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) of the fault. Additionally, the Uniform Building
Code requires that the entire City incorporate near-source factors into the design of buildings. The
City is likely to experience ground shaking, the degree to which would be based on the fault from
which the earthquake occurs, distance from the City, and the magnitude. Impacts of an earthquake
include potential liquefaction, which occurs when the strength and stiffness of a soil is reduced by
intense ground shaking. The potential for liquefaction is particularly high in the floodways located
adjacent to and downstream of the San Jacinto River and in the valley floor where water is less than
30 feet deep. Structures particularly susceptible to earthquake damage include tilt-up structures,
unreinforced masonry buildings, older buildings, and mobile homes. After the 1971 San Fernando
earthquake, building codes and design criteria were updated to address seismic occurrences.
Wildfire
The presence of naturally-occurring shrub-dominated vegetation (i.e., chaparral and coastal sage
scrub), in conjunction with the surrounding hillsides and steep topography, results in high and
extreme fire risks. The periphery of the City is located within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones
(VHFHSZ) according to CAL FIRE.6 In order to reduce the risk, new development must comply with
applicable City requirements for fuel modification zones, fire-safe site design principals, and other
fire prevention activities.
6 “Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones in LRA,” CAL FIRE (September 2011).
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Flooding
The City of San Jacinto is located in an area prone to flooding. The Casa Loma Canal, Colorado River
Aqueduct, and the San Jacinto River traverse the City; flooding is particularly expected along the
San Jacinto River and the Colorado River Aqueduct. The Federal Emergency Management
Administration (FEMA) identifies these areas as being within a 100-year flood zone, meaning there
is a one percent chance of a flood occurring in a given year. A flood control system protects a large
portion of the City that would otherwise be located within a flood zone. The City coordinates with
the County of Riverside Flood Control District and other agencies to ensure functioning of the flood
control systems. San Jacinto participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP),
administered by FEMA, to provide federal flood insurance and federally financed loans for properties
located within flood hazard areas.
Biologic Resources
The Study Area lies within the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan
(MSHCP) area. The Western Riverside County MSHCP is a comprehensive multi-jurisdictional habitat
conservation plan focusing on the conservation of species and their associated habitats within a
1.26-million-acre jurisdictional area in Western Riverside County. The MSHCP provides coverage
(including “take” authorization for listed species) for special-status plant and wildlife species, as well
as mitigation measures for impacts to sensitive species. Through agreements with the United States
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), the
MSHCP designates 146 special-status wildlife and plant species (hereafter “Covered Species”) that
receive some level of coverage under the plan. Of that total, the majority of these species are
considered to be “adequately conserved” and have no additional survey requirements as set forth
in Section 6.3.2 of the MSHCP. Covered Species for which surveys may be required by applicants
for public and private development projects include four birds, three mammals, three amphibians,
three crustaceans, 14 Narrow Endemic Plants, and 13 other sensitive plants within the Criteria Area,
which is the area identified by the MSHCP as having conservation potential. Sensitive species with
potential to occur include plant and wildlife species that occur within habitats or soils conditions that
are also present within the City.
Generally, local jurisdictions implement the MSHCP through their normal land use, planning, and
approval process. The MSHCP requires all cities to adopt an ordinance imposing the Local
Development Mitigation Fee, as described within the MSHCP document. In addition, cities within the
jurisdiction are required to adopt an ordinance or resolution that adopts the MSHCP and establishes
procedures and requirements for the implementation of its terms and conditions. All required
ordinances have been adopted by the City of San Jacinto, including Ordinance No. 03-25, which
establishes a local development mitigation fee as outlined within the MSHCP.
Archaeological, Historic, and Native American Cultural Resources
San Jacinto has a rich history with Tribal Cultural resources, places where significant events
occurred, both historically and pre-historically, and historic buildings and locales identified within
and surrounding its boundaries. While a large majority of these historic and pre-historic and
resources have been formally recorded, there are still properties that contain buried cultural and
archaeological resources and unrecorded structures. Because of the confidentiality of these
resources, especially archaeological and Native American sites, the City will follow State law
requirements with regards to analysis of these resources and consultation with local tribes.
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4D. Infrastructure Constraints
Another factor adding to the cost of new construction is the provision of adequate infrastructure:
major and local streets; curbs, gutters, and sidewalks; water and sewer lines; storm drains; and
street lighting. All these improvements are required to be built or installed in conjunction with new
development. In most cases, these improvements are dedicated to the City, which is then
responsible for their maintenance. The cost of these facilities is borne by developers, added to the
cost of new housing units, and eventually passed on to the homebuyer or property owner. As noted
in the Resources chapter of this Housing Element, public infrastructure and services are available,
or are programmed to be made available, for all the sites included in the sites inventory, including
the capacity to accommodate San Jacinto’s total share of the regional housing need (RHNA).
Senate Bill 1087 (enacted 2006) requires that water providers develop written policies that grant
priority to proposed development that includes housing affordable to lower income households. The
legislation also prohibits water providers from denying or conditioning the approval of development
that includes housing affordable to lower income households, unless specific written findings are
made. Senate Bill 1087 also mandates priority sewage collection and treatment service to housing
developments providing units affordable to lower income households. The City will provide a copy
of the Housing Element to its water and sewer providers in compliance with Government Code
Section 65589.7 and SB 1087. As well, the Planning Division will continue to coordinate with the
water and sewer providers to ensure priority service provision to affordable housing developments.
Water Capacity
Water supply and distribution in San Jacinto is provided by the City of San Jacinto Water Department
(City), Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD), and the Lake Hemet Municipal Water District
(LHMWD). The City’s service area covers approximately four-square miles and relies almost
exclusively on groundwater from the San Jacinto Groundwater Basin, with a small amount purchased
from EMWD. The City’s distribution system consists of approximately 125-miles of water mains,
ranging in size from 4 to 18 inches in diameter. The City’s water system is presently served by two
active well and has two-storage tanks with a total capacity of 3.5 million gallons, which service
approximately 4,200 connections throughout the central area of the City. The EMWD is both a retail
and wholesale agency that meets approximately half its retail demands through local supplies,
including groundwater, desalinated groundwater, and recycled water, while the balance is served by
imported water purchased from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD). EMWD is a wholesale potable
provider to the City and the LHMWD. The LHMWD services the southern portion of the City and relies
on locally pumped groundwater from the San Jacinto Groundwater Basin, surface water diversions
from the San Jacinto River system, and water purchases from EMWD.
The City’s 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (UMWP), the EMWD’s 2020 UMWP, and the LHMWD’s
2015 UMWP all state that they will be able to serve 100 percent of projected demands for the City
of San Jacinto in normal, single-dry and multiple-dry years. Collectively, water supplies are projected
to be sufficient to meet demands in all year types through the planning horizon (20 years).7,8,9
Sewer Capacity
The City’s wastewater collection system consists of approximately 178 miles of main sewer lines,
ranging in sizes from 6 to 18 inches. Wastewater is collected through the citywide network of gravity
sewers and lift stations and conveyed to EMWD’s treatment plant, the San Jacinto Valley Regional
Water Reclamation Facility (SJV RWRF). Wastewater conveyed to the plant receives tertiary
treatment and the recycled water is used for non-potable uses. The SJV RWRF has a design capacity
7 “City of San Jacinto 2020 Urban Water Management Plan,” City of San Jacinto (May 2021).
8 “2020 Urban Water Management Plan: Eastern Municipal Water District,” Eastern Municipal Water District (July 2021).
9 “Urban Water Management Plan 2015,” Lake Hemet Municipal Water District (June 2016).
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of 14 million gallons per day (mgd) and currently processes an average daily flow (DWF) of 7 mgd.
The plant has a remaining capacity of about 7 mgd.10 Based on implementation of the General Plan
Land Use Plan with which this sites inventory is consistent, the projected flows are not expected to
exceed the treatment capacity available.
The local system of collector and lateral sewer lines is overseen by the City, while the City’s overall
wastewater collection system is regulated under the jurisdiction of the Santa Ana Regional Water
Quality Control Board, the State Water Resources Control Board, and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency. No deficiencies presently exist in the District’s regional facilities that serve San
Jacinto. The service area for the City sewers is approximately 97 percent of the area of the entire
City. All areas within the City for which the City does not collect wastewater are served either by
septic systems, provided by EMWD, or by the Lake Hemet Municipal Water District. The City’s 2018
Sewer Master Plan Update estimates that there is sufficient capacity to meet the wastewater
demands of an additional 120,700 people projected in the City’s sewer service area through 2040.11
Therefore, the City has sufficient capacity for wastewater treatment throughout the duration of the
planning period, resulting in no constraints on development.
Electric, Gas, and Telecommunications
Under the Community Choice Aggregation program, residents of the City of San Jacinto have the
option of choosing between two different electricity providers: San Jacinto Power (SJP) and Southern
California Edison (SCE). As of 2018, SJP is the default electricity provider for residents and
businesses within the City of San Jacinto, while SCE continues to provide electric delivery, billing
services, and maintenance of the lines.12 Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) provides
natural gas services to residences and businesses throughout the City. Infrastructure to deliver
electricity and natural gas throughout San Jacinto is currently in place. These services can generally
be provided to newer development upon request and there is sufficient capacity to meet the current
need and any future need.
Telecommunications services in San Jacinto are provided by a variety of service providers including
Spectrum and Frontier Communications. Infrastructure to deliver telecommunications throughout
San Jacinto is currently in place and can generally be provided to newer development upon request
and there is sufficient capacity to meet the current need and any future need.
10 “San Jacinto Valley Regional Water Reclamation Facility,” Eastern Municipal Water District,
https://www.emwd.org/sites/main/files/file-attachments/sjvrwrffactsheet.pdf?1620226515 (January 2021).
11 City of San Jacinto, 2018 Sewer Master Plan Update, February 2019.
12 FAQ, San Jacinto Power, http://sanjacintopower.com/about/f_a_q (Accessed January 2022).
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5. Resources
This section of the Housing Element describes resources available for housing development.
Resources include land designated for housing development and financial resources to assist with
the development of housing.
5A. Regional Housing Needs
The City of San Jacinto falls under the jurisdiction of the Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG). SCAG is responsible for developing a Regional Housing Needs Plan (RHNP)
allocating the region’s share of the statewide housing needs to lower-level councils of governments,
which then allocate the needs to cities and counties in the region. The Regional Housing Need
Allocation (RHNA) is a minimum projection of additional housing units needed to accommodate
projected household growth of all income levels by the end of the Housing Element’s statutory
planning period.
This RHNA covers an 8-year planning period (2021 through 2029) and is divided into four income
categories: very low, low, moderate, and above moderate. Pursuant to AB 2634, local jurisdictions
are also required to project the housing needs of extremely low income households (0-30% AMI).
In estimating the number of extremely low income households, a jurisdiction can use 50% of the
very low income allocation; therefore, the City’s very low income RHNA of 800 units can be split into
400 extremely low income and 400 very low income units
Table 5–1 shows the breakdown of the 3,392 units in San Jacinto’s RHNA into the required income
categories.
TABLE 5–1: REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS ALLOCATION, 2021-2029
Income Category Allocation Percentage
Extremely Low 400 11.5%
Very Low 400 11.5%
Low 465 14%
Moderate 560 17%
Above Moderate 1,567 46%
Total 3,392 100%
Source: Southern California Association of Governments, 2021
5B. Comprehensive General Plan Update/Proposed Land Use Map
In 2018, the City of San Jacinto embarked on a robust effort to comprehensively update its General
Plan, including its Land Use Plan, to better reflect community priorities and plan to accommodate a
mix of new residential and nonresidential development in more dense and sustainable patterns. As
part of this effort, the City engaged the community through online surveys, visioning workshops,
stakeholder interviews, property owner discussions, direct mailers, social media, and study sessions
and public hearings to identify land use priorities. Through this process, the City developed a
Proposed Land Use Map, and new land use designations, to support new higher-density residential
and mixed-use development in key areas of the City in need of investment and revitalization. The
Proposed Land Use Map and designations were presented to the San Jacinto Planning Commission
for discussion in September 2020 and to the City Council in October 2020, at which time both groups
accepted the Proposed Land Use Plan and directed Staff to move forward with preparing the General
Plan policy document and conducting the required environmental review associated with
implementation of the Proposed Land Use Map. The City issued a Notice of Preparation of an
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Environmental Impact Report for the General Plan Update in December 2020. The City is nearly
complete with its General Plan Update and anticipated brining the project forward for public hearings
in Spring 2023. The City is also simultaneously updating its Development Code to be consistent with
the new General Plan (upon its adoption); as part of the Development Code Update, which is
expected to be adopted on or before October 2022, the City will create new development standards
to support new land use designations and incorporate any necessary updates to ensure the
Development Code is consistent with State law.
Given the concurrent processes of the comprehensive General Plan Update and Housing Element
Update, the City has chosen to reflect the proposed land use designations for sites identified in the
Housing Element as suitable for accommodating the City’s RHNA. It would be a disservice to the
City to rely on the current land use designations to identify capacity when the Proposed Land Use
Map, which will guide land use decisions in the City for the Housing Element planning period and
beyond, has been circulated for review and is expected to be presented for consideration by the
Planning Commission and City Council within two months of adoption of the updated Housing
Element. It is the City’s intent to create long-term consistency between the Housing Element and
the General Plan, which can be facilitated by identifying sites based on their capacity under the
Proposed Land Use Map. However, for reference, this section also identifies the development
capacity of the sites identified to accommodate the City’s RHNA based on the current General Plan
designations. It should be noted that these sites alone, based on their current designations, do not
support development at densities above 30 du/ac nor would they accommodate the City’s entire
RHNA. As such, the City has included a program to adopt an updated General Plan, including a new
Land Use Map, and updated Development Code to 1) support the City’s land use vision and 2)
accommodate the City’s RHNA.
5C. Sites for Housing Development
Housing element law requires an inventory of land suitable for residential development (Government
Code Section 65583(a)(3)). An important purpose of this inventory is to determine whether a
jurisdiction has allocated sufficient land for the development of housing to meet the jurisdiction’s
share of the regional housing need, including housing to accommodate the needs of all household
income levels.
This section provides an analysis of the land available within the City planned for residential
development, reflective of the Proposed Land Use Map designations included as part of the City’s
ongoing comprehensive General Plan Update. In addition to assessing the quantity of land available
to accommodate the City’s total housing needs, this section also considers the availability of sites
to accommodate a variety of housing types suitable for households with a range of income levels
and housing needs.
This Housing Element identifies only vacant sites between 0.50 acres and 10 acres in size that
are planned to accommodate residential uses within San Jacinto. It is noted that San Jacinto also
has smaller sites, larger size, sites in environmentally constrained areas (i.e., flood zones), sites
currenting in use for agricultural purposes, and underutilized sites (sites where a significant portion
of the property is vacant and there is a potential for additional residential units) which may be
suitable to accommodate future residential development; however, these sites are not necessary to
accommodate the City’s RHNA and are not included in this inventory. In other words, the City has
identified a very conservative estimate of land availability and the actual availability of land to
accommodate new residential development far exceeds those sites identified in the Housing
Element.
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A citywide parcel database, aerial photos, and General Plan GIS data were used to locate parcels for
this update, consistent with the existing land use. Parcel acreages by land use designation are based
on assessor and GIS data.
HOUSING AFFORDABLE TO LOWER-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS
The California Government Code states that if a local government has adopted density standards
consistent with the population-based criteria set by State law (at least 30 units per acre for San
Jacinto), HCD is obligated to accept sites with those density standards (30 units per acre or higher)
as appropriate for accommodating the jurisdictions share of regional housing need for lower-income
households. Per Government Code Section 65583.2(c)(3)(B), sites proposed for Very High Density
Residential, Downtown Village, and Mixed-Use are consistent with the default density standard (30
units per acre) for metropolitan jurisdictions such as San Jacinto and therefore considered
appropriate to accommodate housing for lower-income households. It should be noted that housing
in San Jacinto is, in general, much more affordable than housing in the region; projects developed
at densities lower than 30 du/ac are regularly affordable to lower- and moderate-income households
(based on market rates). However, the City strives to provide a range of diverse and affordable
housing options at a variety of income levels, and has placed a particular emphasis this cycle on
planning to accommodate higher densities than traditionally allowed in order to further incentivize
affordable housing development in the City.
As previously described, the City has also adopted several to guide growth and development across
the community. No sites within Specific Plans have been identifies as meeting the City’s RHNA;
should they move forward during the planning period, the City may outpace expected development
projections.
Additionally, the City recognizes that AB 1397 requires that vacant sites identified in the previous
two Housing Elements and non-vacant sites identified in the previous Housing Element can only be
deemed adequate to accommodate a portion of the housing need for lower-income households if
the site is zoned at residential densities consistent with the default density established by HCD (30
units per acre) and the site allows residential use by right for housing developments in which at
least 20 percent of the units are affordable to lower-income households. However, all sites identified
in previous Housing Elements that are identified again in this Housing Element as being suitable to
meet a portion of the City’s lower-income RHNA are included in the City’s shortfall program (Program
5) which requires that the General Plan and Development Code be updated to create new land use
categories which allow for densities of at least 30 du/ac and meet the requirements of Government
Code section 65583, subdivision (c)(1) and Government Code, section 65583.2, subdivision (h) and
(i).. Per HCD guidance, these sites are identified as new sites and not subject to AB 1397 because
the zoning and development potential will be significantly increased through this rezoning effort.
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SITES TO ACCOMMODATE SAN JACINTO’S RHNA
The City of San Jacinto’s 6th Cycle residential sites fall into two categories:
1. Vacant land identified for residential development
2. Vacant land identified for mixed-use development
As described throughout this section, the City has a significant amount of vacant land currently
designated for residential development, however, this Housing Element refers to a site’s land use
designation as proposed as part of the City’s ongoing comprehensive General Plan Update. The
Housing Plan (Part 1 of the Housing Element) includes a program to adopt the updated General Plan
and update the Development Code consistent with the densities and intensities reflected in the
Housing Element and ensure that the City has adequate capacity to meet its RHNA, at all income
levels, for the duration of the planning period. The City’s 2021-2029 Housing Element Sites are
illustrated on Figure 1, Housing Sites Inventory, and detailed in Appendix A.
Vacant Land Identified for Residential Development (Outside of Specific Plans)
As part of this Housing Element update, the City conducted a parcel-by-parcel analysis of vacant
sites proposed for residential development in the Proposed Land Use Map, based on data obtained
from the City’s geographic information system (GIS), that are located outside of Specific Plan areas.
The inventory of vacant residential land between 0.50 acres and 10 acres in size totals 397 acres
and is comprised of land designated for very low, low, medium, high, and very high residential
development. Only sites designated for very high residential development, which allows for a
maximum density of up to 32 du/ac, are anticipate to accommodate a portion of the City’s lower
income RHNA; all other sites designated for residential development are anticipated to accommodate
the City’s moderate- and above-moderate income housing needs (30% of units credited towards
moderate-income households and 70% credited towards above-moderate income households).
In order to determine a realistic development capacity estimate for the development of vacant land
outside of Specific Plan areas, the City assumed that these sites will develop at 75% of their
maximum development potential. This estimate considers the following capacity factors, as
identified in housing element statue (Gov. Code section 65583.2(c)(2)): land use controls and site
improvements, realistic capacity of the site, and typical densities. Of the five factors only land use
controls and site improvements, realistic capacity of the site, and typical densities are relevant when
considering the capacity of sites in San Jacinto; infrastructure constraints and environmental
constraints are not applicable.
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TABLE 5–2: CAPACITY ADJUSTMENT FACTORS – RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
Capacity Factor Adjustment Reasoning
Land use controls and site
improvements 95% For net acreage due to on-site improvements
(sidewalks, easements)
Realistic capacity of the site 90%
Adjustment based on past development
trends in vacant residentially-zoned sites in
Riverside County
Typical densities 90% Based on ongoing project review
Infrastructure availability No adjustment Not applicable, no constraint
Environmental constraints No adjustment Not applicable, no constraint
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021
Table 5–3: Vacant Residential Sites (Outside of Specific Plans)summarizes the anticipated housing
unit capacity based on vacant sites proposed for residential development. See Figure 1 for a map of
these sites. These vacant properties, identified in Table 5–3: Vacant Residential Sites (Outside of
Specific Plans), have the potential to yield 2,894 units, 157 of which are accommodated within the
City’s proposed Very High Density designation and suitable to accommodate a portion of the City’s
lower income RHNA.
TABLE 5–3: VACANT RESIDENTIAL SITES (OUTSIDE OF SPECIFIC PLANS)
Proposed Land
Use/Zoning Max Density Acres
Capacity with
Proposed
Zoning
Capacity with
Current Zoning Affordability
Very Low Density 2 81 121 131 Moderate/Above
Moderate
Low Density 7 186 976 697 Moderate/Above
Moderate
Medium Density 14 65 687 385 Moderate/Above
Moderate
High Density 22 58 953 574 Moderate/Above
Moderate
Very High Density 32 7 157 93 Very Low/Low
Total - 397 2,894 1,881 -
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021
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Vacant Land Identified for Mixed-Use Development
The Proposed Land Use Map prepared as part of the City’s ongoing comprehensive General Plan
Update includes new mixed-use land use designations applied to property along the City’s major
transportation corridors and around its activity centers, including historic Downtown San Jacinto
(which is a focus area for continued investment and revitalization as part of the City’s commitment
to affirmatively further fair housing). The mixed-use designations (“Downtown Village” and “Mixed-
Use”) accommodate dynamic, vibrant, mixed-use and residential development close to jobs, goods,
entertainment, and services at densities higher than allowed under the current General Plan. For
example, the City’s current General Plan includes a Downtown Commercial land use, which allows
for mixed-use development including residential development at a density of up to 5 du/ac. This
density is insufficient to stimulate investment and development in Downtown San Jacinto, and the
Proposed Land Use Map, and accompanying densities, reclassify many of these sites as
“Downtown Village” which will allow for residential development up to 40 du/ac. In addition, the City
has created a new “Mixed-Use” category, which is applied throughout the City, and allows for
residential development at a density of up to 36 du/ac (previously, the highest density allowed in
San Jacinto was 22 du/ac, allowed by the Very High Density land use designation). These new
mixed-use designated sites are fundamental to the City’s commitment to accommodate new
residential development for all income levels.
The Proposed Land Use Map identifies 833 acres for mixed-use development at densities up to 36
du/ac (Mixed-Use) and an additional 60 acres for mixed-use development at densities up to 40
du/ac (Downtown Village). However, for the purposes of accommodating the City’s RHNA, the City
has only considered vacant sites between 0.50 acres and 10 acres as suitable for meeting the City’s
housing needs. Using these criteria, the City has identified 77 acres designated for Mixed-Use (9%
of all Mixed-Use Sites) and 3 acres of land designated for Downtown Village (5% of all Downtown
Village sites).
In order to determine a realistic development capacity estimate for the vacant mixed-use designated
areas, the City assumed that these sites will develop at only 50% of their development potential.
This estimate considers the following capacity factors, as identified in housing element statue (Gov.
Code section 65583.2(c)(2)): land use controls and site improvements, realistic capacity of the site,
and typical densities. Of the five factors only land use controls and site improvements, realistic
capacity of the site, and typical densities are relevant when considering the capacity of sites in San
Jacinto; infrastructure constraints and environmental constraints are not applicable. While the
underlying zoning is expected to allow for single-use projects (including 100 percent residential
and/or 100 percent nonresidential uses), the City has not seen any applications or had preapplication
discussions for mixed-use projects where residential uses represent anything less than 80% of the
site’s development potential. The City finds that it is not currently financially feasible or desirable
for developers to redevelop any of the sites listed in the Housing Element inventory for 100%
nonresidential uses. The majority of these sites currently allow for 100 percent nonresidential uses
and have not been developed as such.
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TABLE 5–4: CAPACITY ADJUSTMENT FACTORS – MIXED-USE ZONES
Capacity Factor Adjustment Reasoning
Land use controls and site
improvements 90% For net acreage due to on-site improvements
(sidewalks, easements)
Realistic capacity of the site 80%
Adjustment based on past development
trends in mixed-use zones in Riverside
County and programs to incentivize
development in mixed-use areas
Typical densities 80%
Based on preapplication meetings with
developers interested in building mixed-use
projects in the region
Infrastructure availability No adjustment Not applicable, no constraint
Environmental constraints No adjustment Not applicable, no constraint
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021
Based on these factors, the City has identified capacity to accommodate up to 1,441 units in its two
new mixed-use designations (1,389 units in “Mixed-Use” and 52 units in “Downtown Village”). Given
the allowable densities associated with these categories, these units are anticipated to accommodate
a majority of the City’s lower-income RHNA. Currently, the City does not have any developments at
these densities (the maximum density currently allowed is 22 du/ac). The City expects that this new
development type will significantly expand the range of housing options in San Jacinto and contribute
to the development of more affordable units in the City. Table 5–3 summarizes the anticipated
housing unit capacity based on vacant sites proposed for mixed-use development.
TABLE 5–5: VACANT MIXED-USE SITES
Proposed Land
Use/Zoning Max Density Acres
Capacity with
Proposed
Zoning
Capacity with
Current Zoning Affordability
Mixed-Use 36 77 1,389 359
Lower and
Moderate (60%
Very Low, 30%
Low, 10%
Moderate)
Downtown Village 40 3 52 7
Lower and
Moderate( 60%
Very Low, 30%
Low, 10%
Moderate)
Total - 80 1,441 366
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021
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Adequacy of Sites for RHNA
With adoption of the Proposed Land Use Map included as part of the City’s ongoing comprehensive
General Plan Update, the City has identified sufficient capacity to accommodate its RHNA and provide
a surplus of capacity at all income levels. The approach taken to identify suitable sites to
accommodate the City’s RHNA is conservative; the City has only considered vacant sites between
0.50 acres and 10 acres in size and has considered the reasonable capacity of each site residential
sites to be 75% of maximum density and of each mixed-use site to be 50% of the proposed
maximum density. As previously discussed, the Proposed Land Use Map has already been reviewed
by the Planning Commission and City Council and a Notice of Preparation of an Environmental Impact
Report, analyzing the implementation of the Proposed Land Use Map, has been circulated. Public
review of the General Plan and environmental documents is scheduled for Spring 2022.
Overall, the site inventory analysis, reflective of the Proposed Land Use Map designations, yields an
estimated development capacity of at least 4,335 units. Based on these numbers, the City is able to
meet its 2021-2029 regional housing need of 3,392 and provide a surplus of sites for all income levels.
TABLE 5–6: RHNA SITE INVENTORY
RHNA Strategy Lower Income (0-
80% AMI)
Moderate Income
(81-120% AMI)
Above Moderate
Income (120%+ AMI)
Total
2021-2029 RHNA 1,265 560 1,567 3,392
Vacant Sites Designated
for Residential
Development
126 716 2,053 2,894
Vacant Sites Designated
for Mixed-Use
Development
1,297 144 0 1,441
Total Capacity After
Sites Applied 1,423 860 2,053 4,335
Surplus Provided +158 +300 +486 +943
Percent Surplus 12.5% 54% 31% 28%
Source: City of San Jacinto, 2021
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VLDR: Very Low Density Residential
LDR: Low Density Residential
MDR: Medium Density Residential
HDR: High Density Residential
VHDR: Very High Density Residential
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5D. Housing, Financial, and Services Resources
Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program (AHSC) funds land use, housing,
transportation, and land preservation projects that support infill and compact development and
reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Funds are available in the form of loans and/or grants in
two kinds of project areas: Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Project Areas and Integrated
Connectivity (ICP) Project Areas. There is an annual competitive funding cycle.
HOME Investment Partnership funds are granted by a formula basis from HUD to increase the
supply of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing to lower income households. Eligible
activities include new construction, acquisition, rental assistance and rehabilitation. The City
participates in the San Diego County-administered HOME Program, which administers HOME funds
to projects in participating jurisdictions. County-administered HOME funds for first time homebuyer
assistance are made available to residents or employees of the local jurisdictions participating in the
HOME program. New development projects are typically allocated funding on a competitive basis.
Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8) provides monthly rental assistance
payments to private landlords on behalf of low income families who have been determined eligible
by the San Diego Housing Authority. The program's objective is to assist low income families by
providing rental assistance so that families may lease safe, decent, and sanitary housing units in
the private rental market. The program is designed to allow families to move without the loss of
housing assistance. Moves are permissible if the family notifies the Housing Authority ahead of time,
terminates its existing lease within the lease provisions, and finds acceptable alternate housing.
Project Based Housing Voucher program is a component of the former Section 8 Housing Choice
Voucher program funded through HUD. The program's objective is to induce property owners to
make standard housing available to low income families at rents within the program limits. In return,
the Housing Authority or HUD enters a contract with the owner that guarantees a certain level of
rents.
Section 811/202 Program (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities/Elderly) – Non- profit
and consumer cooperatives can receive no interest capital advances from HUD under the Section
202 program for the construction of Very-Low income rental housing for seniors and persons with
disabilities. These funds can be used in conjunction with Section 811, which can be used to develop
group homes, independent living facilities and immediate care facilities. Eligible activities include
acquisition, rehabilitation, new construction and rental assistance.
California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) Multifamily Programs provide permanent
financing for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation or new construction of rental housing
that includes affordable rents for Low and Moderate income families and individuals. One of the
programs is the Preservation Acquisition Finance Program that is designed to facilitate the acquisition
of at-risk affordable housing developments and provide lowcost funding to preserve affordability.
CalHOME Program provides grants to local public agencies and non-profit developers to assist
households in becoming homeowners. CalHome funds may be used for predevelopment,
development, acquisition, and rehabilitation costs as well as downpayment assistance. While
CalHOME funding has been limited to disaster assistance in recent years, this would be an
appropriate program for the City to pursue to begin to develop a local portfolio of housing assistance
programs and funds.
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California Housing Finance Agency (CHFA) offers permanent financing for acquisition and
rehabilitation to for-profit, non-profit, and public agency developers seeking to preserve "at-risk"
housing units. In addition, CHFA offers low interest predevelopment loans to nonprofit sponsors
through its acquisition/rehabilitation program.
Emergency Housing and Assistance Program (EHAP) provides funds to local government
agencies and non-profit corporations for capital development activities and facility operation for
emergency shelters, transitional housing and safe havens that provide shelter and supportive
services for homeless individuals and families. No current funding is offered for this program.
Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Program provides emergency shelter and related services to the
County's homeless populations. Eligible activities include: the rehabilitation and conversion of
buildings for use as emergency shelters; the provision of essential services to the homeless;
operating support for emergency shelters; and homeless prevention/rapid rehousing activities.
Federal Home Loan Bank System facilitates Affordable Housing Programs (AHP), which subsidize
the interest rates for affordable housing. The San Francisco Federal Home Loan Bank District
provides local service within California. Interest rate subsidies under the AHP can be used to finance
the purchase, construction, and/or rehabilitation of rental housing. very low income households
must occupy at least 20% of the units for the useful life of the housing or the mortgage term.
Housing for a Healthy California (HHC) provides funding on a competitive basis to deliver
supportive housing opportunities to developers using the federal National Housing Trust Funds
(NHTF) allocations for operating reserve grants and capital loans. The Department will also utilize
from a portion of moneys collected in calendar year 2018 and deposited into the Building Homes
and Jobs Trust Fund to provide funding through grants to counties for capital and operating
assistance. Funds will be announced through a Notice of Funding Availability.
Infill Infrastructure Grant Program (IIG) funds infrastructure improvements to facilitate new
housing development with an affordable component in residential or mixed use infill projects and
infill areas. If an affordable or special needs housing developer is interested in developing in the
City’s urban core, this program could be useful to fund infrastructure improvements.
Joe Serna Jr. Farmworker Housing Grant Program finances the new construction, rehabilitation
and acquisition of owner- and renter-occupied housing units for agricultural workers, with a priority
for lower income households. No current funding is offered for this program.
Low income Housing Tax Credits. The California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC)
administers the federal and state Low income Housing Tax Credit Programs. Both programs were
created to encourage private investment in affordable rental housing for households meeting certain
income requirements. Under these programs, housing tax credits are awarded to developers of
qualified projects. 20% of federal credits are reserved for rural areas, and 10% for non-profit
sponsors. To compete for the credit, rental housing developments must reserve units at affordable
rents to households at or below 46% of area median income. The assisted units must be reserved
for the target population for 55 years. The federal tax credit provides a subsidy over ten years
towards the cost of producing a unit. Developers sell these tax benefits to investors for their present
market value to provide up-front capital to build the units. Credits can be used to fund the hard and
soft costs (excluding land costs) of the acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of rental
housing. Projects not receiving other federal subsidy receive a federal credit of 9% per year for ten
years and a state credit of 30% over four years (high cost areas and qualified census tracts get
increased federal credits). Projects with a federal subsidy receive a 4% federal credit each year for
ten years and a 13% state credit over four years. The CTCAC also administers a Farmworker Housing
Assistance Program and a Commercial Revitalization Deduction Program.
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Low income Housing Preservation and Residential Home Ownership Act (LIHPRHA)
requires that all eligible HUD Section 236 and Section 221(d) projects “at-risk” of conversion to
market-rate rental housing through the mortgage prepayment option be subject to LIHPRHA
Incentives. The incentives to owners include HUD subsidies which guarantee owners an 8% annual
return on equity. Owners must file a Plan of Action to obtain incentives or offer the project for sale
to a) non-profit organizations, b) tenants, or c) public bodies for a 12 month period followed by an
additional three-month sale to other purchasers. Only then are owners eligible to prepay the
subsidized mortgages.
Mobilehome Park Rehabilitation and Resident Ownership Program (MPRROP) makes short-
and long-term low interest rate loans for the preservation of affordable mobilehome parks for
ownership or control by resident organizations, nonprofit housing sponsors, or local public agencies.
MPRROP also makes long-term loans to individuals to ensure continued affordability. Funds are made
available through a periodic, competitive process. MPRROP is currently accepting applications on an
over-the-counter basis.
Multifamily Housing Program (MHP) provides low interest loans to developers of affordable
rental and transitional housing projects. Funds may be used for new construction, rehabilitation,
acquisition and rehabilitation, or conversion of non-residential structures.
National Housing Trust Fund is a permanent federal program with dedicated sources of funding
not subject to the annual appropriations. The funds can be used to increase and preserve the supply
of affordable housing, with an emphasis on rental housing for extremely low income households.
California is receiving approximately $10.1 Million for the program in 2019. Funds will be made
available through a competitive process and will be announced through a Notice of Funding
Availability.
Preservation Interim Repositioning Program (PIRP) is a short-term loan program designed to
preserve housing at risk of conversion to market rates. Only non-profits, dedicated to the provision
of affordable housing, may apply. Local matching funds, together with PIRP funds, may not exceed
20% of total costs. No current funding is offered for this program.
SB 2 Planning Grants Program provides one-time funding and technical assistance to all eligible
local governments in California to adopt, and implement plans and process improvements that
streamline housing approvals and accelerate housing production. Eligible activities include updating
a variety of planning documents and processes such as general plans and zoning ordinances,
conducting environmental analyses, and process improvements that expedite local planning and
permitting. The planning grants program is funded through the Building Homes and Jobs Act Trust
Fund (SB 2, Chapter 364, Statutes of 2017). The City is eligible to receive funds through this
program and this program should be considered to develop an affordable housing program for the
City.
California Community Reinvestment Corporation (CCRC) is a multifamily affordable housing
lender whose mission is to increase the availability of affordable housing for Low income families,
seniors and residents with special needs by facilitating private capital flow from its investors for debt
and equity to developers of affordable housing. Eligible activities include new construction,
rehabilitation and acquisition of properties.
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Supplement Security Income (SSI) is a federal welfare program for persons 65 and over and for
blind or disabled persons of any age. "Disabled" means that you have a physical or mental disability
that is expected to keep you from working for 12 months or longer, or will result in death. Medicare
is a federal health insurance program for people who are 65 and over, for some younger people with
permanent disabilities, and for people with end-stage kidney disease. SSI may provide total monthly
income or it may supplement a low income. In addition to cash payments, SSI recipients are
automatically covered by Medi-Cal, the state health insurance plan.
5E. Administrative Resources
Agencies with administrative capacity to implement programs contained in the Housing Element
include the City of San Jacinto and local and regional nonprofit private developers. The City of San
Jacinto Planning Department takes the lead in implementing Housing Element programs and policies.
The City also works closely with non-profit developers to expand affordable housing opportunities in
San Jacinto.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
The Community Development Department manages the City’s affordable housing programs, Building
and Safety Division, code enforcement, land development, and planning (among other
responsibilities). The department coordinates development activity within the City to ensure the
planned orderly growth. The Planning Department administers the General Plan and Development
Code and environmental regulations, and provides primary staff assistance to the Planning
Commission.
NON-PROFIT DEVELOPMENTS
The City collaborates with a number of affordable housing developers and service providers to
accommodate the housing needs of San Jacinto residents; several are included in the State’s list of
entities with the legal and managerial capacity to acquire and manage at-risk projects.
5F. Environmental Constraints
The majority of the land available for residential development identified in the Housing Element is
located adjacent to existing infrastructure facilities. As a result, infrastructure facilities will be able
to serve all of the future residential development.
The sites inventory analysis reflects land use designations and densities established as part of the
ongoing comprehensive General Plan Update. Thus, any environmental constraints that would lower
the potential yield (e.g., steep slopes) have already been accounted for as part of the land use
planning process, which analyzed environmental constraints, hazards, slopes, and other
development restrictions. Any additional constraints that would occur on a more detailed site review
basis would be addressed as part of the individual project review process.
The City’s capacity to meet its regional share and individual income categories are not constrained
by any environmental conditions that would preclude development of the sites.
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5G. Energy Conservation and Climate Change
Energy-related housing costs can directly impact the affordability of housing. While State building
code standards contain mandatory energy efficiency requirements for new development, the City
and utility providers are also important resources to encourage and facilitate energy conservation
and to help residents minimize energy -related expenses. Efficient energy use can be encouraged
by changing customer behavior, rewarding use of energy-saving appliances, and employing building
design and construction approaches that reduce electric power and natural gas usage.
Assembly Bill 117 was passed in 2002 to establish Community Choice Aggregation, which offers an
opportunity for Californians to choose their electric provider and the source of their electricity. As a
result, residents of the City of San Jacinto have the option of choosing between two different
electricity providers: San Jacinto Power (SJP) and Southern California Edison (SCE). As of 2018, SJP
is the default electricity provider for residents and businesses within the City of San Jacinto, while
SCE continues to provide electric delivery, billing services, and maintenance of the lines (San Jacinto
Power 2021). Residents may choose to opt out of SJP.
SJP was established to provide residents and businesses with a new choice to the traditional utility
model: a community-controlled power supply that offers electricity from cleaner energy sources at
competitive rates, through the creation of a new, nonprofit public agency. The San Jacinto City
Council governs SJP and operation of the program is administered by City staff and consultants
through a joint agreement with the California Choice Energy Authority (CalChoice). SJP gets its
electricity from suppliers who, much like SCE, get their electricity from a variety of generation
sources. At a minimum, 35 percent of the basic “Prime Power” option comes from renewable sources
such as wind or solar. The “Pure Green” program provides electricity from 100 percent renewable
sources.
San Jacinto Power promotes the following energy conservation strategies:
Cold Weather
• When using the fireplace, turn down your heater. When you’re not using it, close the damper
to prevent cold air from coming in.
• Open curtains on your south-facing windows during the day to allow sunlight to naturally
heat your home, and close curtains, shades, and blinds at night to help prevent warm air
from escaping.
• When you're at home, set the furnace thermostat at 68°F or lower, health permitting. Three
to five percent more energy is used for each degree the furnace is set above 68°F.
• When you leave the house, set the thermostat to 56°F. By turning your thermostat back 10-
15 degrees for 8 hours; you can save 5-15 percent a year on your heating bill.
• Seal the air leaks around utility cut-throughs for pipes (“plumbing penetrations”), gaps
around chimneys and recessed lights in insulated ceilings, and unfinished spaces behind
cupboards and closets.
• Add caulk or weather-stripping to seal air leaks around leaky doors and windows.
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Warm Weather
• Avoid using the oven on hot days. Instead, cook on the stove, use a microwave oven, or grill
outside.
• Clear the area around where your air conditioner vents to the outside to ensure the best
possible ventilation.
• Save on cooling costs by setting your thermostat to 75-78°F when you’re at home, health
permitting. Set it to 85°F when you’re away for more than a few hours.
• Wait until cooler times of the day to do tasks that make your house warmer, like laundry
and cooking.
• Hang laundry outside. Take advantage of late sunsets and warm evenings to bypass your
dryer and let your clothes air dry.
• Open your windows and let cooler air flow into your home in the morning and at night. Cover
your windows during the day to block the hot sun.
• Check the filter on your air conditioning system and clean or replace it if it’s dirty.
• If you use air conditioning, a ceiling fan will allow you to raise the thermostat setting about
4°F with no reduction in comfort.
Everyday
• Don't waste money on electronics or appliances not in use. Turn off and unplug TVs and DVD
players, computers, phone chargers, coffee makers, etc.
• Wash full loads of laundry using cold water. Today’s modern detergents work great in cold
water, and about 90 percent of the energy used by clothes washers goes to water heating.
• Use your clothes dryer for consecutive loads. The built-up heat means less energy spent.
• Make sure the lint trap in the clothes dryer is clean before you press start. Add a tennis ball
or clean, dry towel to improve air circulation and reduce drying time.
• Don’t let the hot water run. Turn it off when it’s not needed while brushing teeth, shaving or
doing dishes.
• Install energy-saving shower heads, faucets, or flow restrictors.
• Use dimmer switches or timers on your lights. Turn them off when you exit a room.
• Defrost your refrigerator or freezer whenever ice builds up more than one-quarter of an inch.
To Teach Children
• Turn off lights and all electronics (like computers, televisions, stereos, and video-games)
when you leave a room.
• Use the microwave instead of the oven for cooking your meals.
• Take a short shower instead of a long bath. It might take 25 gallons of hot water to fill the
bathtub, compared to only seven gallons for a quick shower.
• Don’t leave the refrigerator door open. Every time you open the door, up to one-third of the
cold air can escape.
• Spend time playing and exercising outdoors when possible and avoid having too many people
in one room; human beings create lots of heat.
• Help your family plant a tree in your front yard to help shade your house on hot summer
days.
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• When coming in and out of the house, be sure to shut the door completely so the warm or
cool air doesn’t escape.
• If you get cold, grab a blanket or sweater before asking an adult to turn up the thermostat.
In the summer wear light, bright clothes to keep you cooler in the heat.
The City of San Jacinto is also collaborating with Western Riverside County in preparation of a
Subregional Climate Action Plan to address energy conservation and a reduction in greenhouse gas
emissions. As part of this effort, the City has identified existing and proposed strategies to further
address climate change, and these strategies will be recognized and included in the City’s ongoing
General Plan Update as either policy direction, implementation strategies, and/or mitigation
measures.
5H. Consistency with the General Plan
Government Code Section 65300.5 states: “In construing the provisions of this article, the
Legislature intends that the general plan and elements and parts thereof comprise an integrated,
internally consistent and compatible statement of policies for the adopting agency.” Additionally,
Government Code Section 65583 (c)(7) requires the identification of “means by which consistency
will be achieved with other general plan elements and community goals.”
The Housing Element of a general plan sets out a city's overall long-range planning strategy for
providing housing for all segments of the community. The California Government Code requires
general plans to contain an integrated, consistent set of goals and policies. The Housing Element is,
therefore, affected by policies contained in other elements of a general plan. The Housing Element
is most intricately related to the Land Use Element. The Land Use Element establishes the framework
for development of housing by laying out the land use designations for residential development and
indicating the type and density permitted by a city. As previously discussed, the City is undertaking
a comprehensive update to its General Plan, including its Land Use Element.
Working within this framework, the City of San Jacinto’s Housing Element identifies priority goals,
objectives, and program actions for the 2021-2029 planning period that directly address the housing
needs of San Jacinto’s existing and future residents. The policies contained in other elements of the
City’s General Plan affect many aspects of life that residents enjoy such as the amount and variety
of open space; the preservation of natural, historic and cultural resources; permitted noise levels in
residential areas; and the safety of the residents in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.
The Housing Element Update is being prepared concurrent with the City’s comprehensive General
Plan Update to ensure that all elements of the General Plan are internally consistent and that the
policies and programs in this Element do not, and will not, conflict with the policy direction contained
in other parts of the General Plan.
As the City moves forward with reviewing its General Plan Update at public hearings in Spring of
2022, the Housing Element will be reviewed to ensure that internal consistency is maintained. The
General Plan Update will address all requirements of State law related to the scope and content of
a General Plan, including updated goals, policies, and programs to address complete streets,
environmental justice, climate adaptation and resiliency, and air quality.
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5I. Relationship to Other City Plans and Policies
The Housing Element identifies priority goals, objectives, policies, and action programs for the next
eight years that directly address the housing needs of San Jacinto. The City’s other plans and policies
including its Municipal Code, Development Code, Master Plan, and Specific Plans must all remain
consistent with the Housing Element. As revisions are considered to the City’s Code and various
plans, each revision will be reviewed to ensure that no conflicts with the Housing Element occur.
5J. Priority for Water and Sewer
Per Chapter 727, Statues of 2004 (SB 1087), upon completion of an amended or adopted housing
element, a local government is responsible for immediately distributing a copy of the Element to
area water and sewer providers. Water and sewer providers must grant priority for service
allocations to proposed developments that include housing units affordable to lower-income
households. As the responsible agency, the City of San Jacinto will supply a copy of the adopted
housing element to the San Jacinto Public Works Department, as well as to all water and sewer
providers serving the City.
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6. Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) Analysis
Assembly Bill (AB) 686 requires that all housing elements due on or after January 1, 2021, must
contain an Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) consistent with the core elements of the analysis
required by the federal Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) Final Rule of July 16, 2015.
Under state law, AFFH means “taking meaningful actions, in addition to combating discrimination,
that overcome patterns of segregation and foster inclusive communities free from barriers that
restrict access to opportunity based on protected characteristics.” In order to comply with AB 686,
the City has completed the following outreach and analysis. While this section provides a focused
analysis of fair housing issues in San Jacinto, several other sections of the Housing Element address
the issue and are included in this section by reference.
6A. Outreach
As discussed in the Public Engagement Summary (Appendix B), the City has worked diligently to
engage the public in a bilingual manner as part of its comprehensive General Plan Update, a project
which necessarily includes the Housing Element. The community outreach and public input process
are fundamental to the General Plan Update. This process seeks meaningful and comprehensive
feedback from the entire San Jacinto Community, including those from lower incomes or from
persons with special needs, helping to ensure the General Plan Update represents a shared vision
that the community will take pride in. To specifically solicit input from all members of the San Jacinto
community, the City prepared and delivered a bilingual direct mailer to every single resident and
business in San Jacinto (15,000 addresses) to advertise the General Plan Update, provide specific
information on the Visioning Workshops, and direct stakeholders to the website for more
information. At the Visioning Workshops, participants were polled to understand how they heard
about the Workshops; the number one response was the direct mailer, and the City is proud to have
provided every single resident and business owner with an invitation to participate in the program.
Guided by the Community Engagement Plan, the City conducted three rounds of bilingual community
workshops and two pop-up events between February and August 2019. Workshop 1 focused on
Visioning, Workshop 2 on Transportation and Mobility, and Workshop 3 on Land Use and Housing.
Pop-up events were hosted in conjunction with two Kool August Nights summer concert series
events. In addition to the in-person activities, residents were encouraged to complete an bilingual
online survey, and the City hosted a set of stakeholder focus groups. Approximately 200 people
participated in the process, providing feedback through visually-rich, hands-on activities like Post-it
note brainstorming, mapping, visioning, interactive polling, and comment cards. The appendices
include graphic displays of workshop materials and feedback.
Information for all community events was posted on the Envision San Jacinto | General Plan 2040
website sanjacinto.generalplan.org, and advertised on social media (Facebook, Instagram,
NextDoor). Workshop information was sent in a mailer to every household in San Jacinto (see
Appendix A). If individuals signed up for notifications on the project website and/or provided their
email address at City Hall or previous workshops, they received personal electronic invitations to
subsequent meetings.
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The third Visioning Workshop, help on March 28, 2019, focused specifically on the topics of land use
and housing and the input received at this meeting directly informed preparation of the draft Housing
Element and this fair housing analysis. Activity 1 used the interactive online platform, Poll
Everywhere, to ask questions about housing and land use in San Jacinto. Questions were displayed
on a screen at the front of the room and participants used their mobile phones to text their
responses. Answers appeared on the screen as participants texted, allowing feedback from all
attendees to be visible and encouraging community members to think about a range of issues. Key
themes that emerged included:
• Residents somewhat agree that the City should prioritize housing for people with special
needs
• The most agreed upon priority for the City is to address homelessness
• Half of the participants somewhat agree that there is a range of housing options in San
Jacinto
A subsequent activity at the workshop followed-up on the input received through the polling activity.
The project team identified the top priorities for housing which included Code Enforcement,
Overcrowding, and Homelessness. Three project team members facilitated a group brainstorming
activity to identify a list of solutions to each priority. The project team wrote solutions on flip charts
at individual tables and then reported back to the broader group. Key themes that emerged included:
• Planning for more affordable housing is a potential solution to homelessness
• Encouraging volunteer programs for city maintenance can be beneficial to code enforcement
• Balanced land uses are a possible solution to overcrowding
In addition to the Visioning Workshops, the City also conducted two focus group meetings with
interested stakeholders who are involved in addressing the City’s housing needs. Two focus groups
were held on August 14, 2019, one focusing on the local development community, and the other on
community health and wellness. Discussions were guided by a set of interview questions focusing
on successes, challenges, needs, and best practices.
Participants in the local development community focus group included representatives from
organizations including Cooper Development, Keller Williams, KZ Companies, Lee & Associates, Rich
Development, and SVN. Following are some major themes that came out of the discussion.
• Opportunity may exist in the future for larger “big-box” retail such as Lowes, Home Depot,
and Target, but will be dependent on housing and socioeconomic factors.
• Streamlining of California Environmental Quality Act process would help to reduce CEQA
abuses.
• Addressing education and safety challenges will be important for commercial growth.
• Smaller industrial development (3,000 - 4,000 square foot units) could present an
opportunity for growth in service-type businesses, which would perform well in San Jacinto.
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Participants in the local development community focus group included representatives from
organizations including Mount San Jacinto College, San Jacinto Unified School District, National
Alliance on Mental Illness - Mt. San Jacinto, and the Riverside University Health System - Public
Health, and Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District.
• Mental health, homelessness, and equity should be addressed along with physical health.
• Health and nutrition are vital for creating opportunities for success for students.
Scholarships, greater access to facilities for lunch programs, and community partnerships
are some ways to support programs that are already successful in the community.
• Recreational facilities should be a focus. Larger parks and maintained walking trails support
more physical activity.
• Tobacco control is an important consideration.
• Addressing environmental quality, especially related to agricultural chemicals, is important.
6B. Assessment of Fair Housing Issues
This section presents an overview of available federal, state, and local data to analyze fair housing
issues in San Jacinto. This data is supplemented with local knowledge of existing conditions in the
community to present a more accurate depiction of fair housing issues in San Jacinto, and a more
informed perspective from which to base goals, policies and programs to affirmatively further fair
housing.
KEY DATA AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The County of Riverside Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (County AI) serves as the
fair housing planning document for the County of Riverside Public Housing Authority (PHA) programs
that address the entire County, and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME
Investment Partnerships (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs that address the
unincorporated areas of the County, the City of Lake Elsinore (Metro City), and the following
Cooperating Cities: Banning, Beaumont, Blythe, Coachella, Canyon Lake, Desert Hot Springs,
Eastvale, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Murrieta, Norco, San Jacinto, and Wildomar. Prepared in 2019 to
address the time period of 2019-2024, the County AI is one source of information regarding fair
housing issues in San Jacinto and the region.
As part of the development of the County AI, four community meetings were held in various locations
throughout the County, and the feedback solicited from residents and stakeholders who attended
the meetings were considered in the development of the AI. Additionally, in November 2018, the
County released an “Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Survey” to residents. The
survey consisted of 34 questions related to fair housing issues, community planning needs (such as
access to healthcare and transportation), questions regarding schools and questions about the job
market. The survey was published in English and in Spanish. Links to the survey were publicized in
public notices for community participation and through email distribution. 150 responses were
received in the 75 days the survey was available. After preparing the draft AI document, the County
published a notice of availability and request for written and oral comments.
The City's demographic and income profile, household and housing characteristics, housing cost and
availability, and special needs populations are discussed in previous sections of this Background
Report. Barriers to fair housing choice specific to the City of San Jacinto that were identified in the
County AI and the commitments of the City to address identified barriers were incorporated into this
AFH. Supplemental data analysis was conducted to further understand potential fair housing issues,
within the context of AFH topics, at the city-level. San Jacinto is comprised of 13 Census Tracts,
although several are only partially located in San Jacinto. Figure 2 shows the Tract boundaries.
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Demographic, Economic, and Real Estate Profile
The City produced a Demographic, Economic and Real Estate Profile (Profile) as part of the City of
San Jacinto General Plan Update effort. The Profile summarizes and analyzes the economic,
demographic, and real estate conditions and trends that will inform the land use policies and
alternatives considered as part of the City of San Jacinto’s (City) General Plan Update. It has been
prepared for the City by Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (EPS).
Key findings in the Profile include that San Jacinto is a young, ethnically diverse community that has
experienced substantial residential growth over the past 20 years, a trend that is projected to
continue into the future, driven primarily by relatively affordable real estate. At the same time, its
residents have relatively low household incomes and educational attainment compared to the
Western Riverside County region. San Jacinto’s population has nearly doubled since 2000, making
it one of the fastest growing communities in the Western Riverside County area. Residents of the
City are younger and more ethnically diverse than they were 20 years ago, and projections by
regional agencies suggest that more growth is in the City’s future. The City has also experienced an
increase in average household size and proportion of family households, emphasizing its
attractiveness to young families due to its affordable cost of living.
Much of the City’s working population has low educational attainment and working-class incomes,
which in turn impacts the City’s potential economic growth. Two promising trends in this regard is
the high graduation rate at the City’s public high schools, and the continued growth of the local
Mount San Jacinto Community College. These trends suggest that the City’s future workforce may
be higher-educated and higher-skilled, providing more opportunities for local economic
development.
The working population in San Jacinto is heavily employed in healthcare and retail, with limited
employment in white collar industries such as finance, management, and professional and technical
services. Only about ten percent of residents are employed in San Jacinto, with the majority of the
population commuting to jobs throughout Riverside County and as far as Los Angeles and San Diego.
In addition to earning relatively low wages, employed residents of San Jacinto have among the
longest commutes within the Los Angeles and Riverside metro areas, matching the average for
Western Riverside County residents (36 minutes each way). These long commutes to mostly low-
paying jobs demonstrate the trade-off of living far from work that many workers in the region make
in order to find a community where they can afford the cost of living.
As with its population, San Jacinto has seen significant growth in housing units since 2000,
particularly single-family homes. Today the housing market has nearly recovered from the Great
Recession drop, with homebuilding restarted and home prices and rental rates rising steadily.
Despite rising costs, the City has remained affordable compared to the Western Riverside region
overall. San Jacinto’s affordable housing stock is one of its major attractions to new residents. Since
2010, the City’s median home prices and rental rates have been approximately 25 percent to
35 percent less expensive than Western Riverside County overall. While housing prices dropped
dramatically in the City during the Great Recession—along with the rest of the country—the market
has rebounded to 80 percent of its pre-Recession peak.
Most of the City’s housing units, and the type of unit that has seen the most growth, are single-
family homes. While this is appropriate for a community with a relatively large household size and
proportion of family households, it also limits the housing options for residents who are looking for
smaller or more flexible housing options. The demand for rental options in particular is reflected in
the fact that the proportion of renter-occupied single-family homes in the City has grown from 13
percent in 2000 to 23 percent in 2017, while at the same time, the proportion of multifamily units
decreased from 13 percent to 7 percent.
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FAIR HOUSING ENFORCEMENT AND OUTREACH CAPACITY
The City enforces fair housing and complies with fair housing laws and regulation through a twofold
process: review of City policies and code for compliance with State law and referring fair housing
complaints to appropriate agencies, specifically the Fair Housing Council of Riverside County
(FHCRC). The FHCRC provides services to residents of Riverside County and its incorporated cities
to promote fair housing and protect the housing rights of all individuals. In December 2020, FHCRC
reported that they receive an average of 60 to 90 calls per day from residents throughout the County
regarding discrimination complaints and housing disputes. Where possible, FHCRC provides
mediation services before submitting complaints to HUD. The most common type of complaint
throughout Riverside County comes from people with disabilities requesting reasonable
accommodations; however, since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, FHCRC has seen an increase
in complaints regarding discrimination and sexual harassment. The most common type of complaints
received by FHCRC regarding the physical condition of homes are infestation of insects and cases of
mold. While they do not track the origin of complaints to San Jacinto, FHCRC reported in their
quarterly reports that they received a total of 1,549 complaints between January and September
2020 from residents of West County, which includes San Jacinto. The data received from FHCRC
supports many of the findings of this assessment of fair housing regarding housing condition and
accessible housing near services for special needs groups.
In their 2019 Annual Report, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH)
reported that they received 36 housing complaints from residents of Riverside County,
approximately 3.8 percent of the total number of cases in the state that year (934). Programs 18
and 19 have been included to work with fair housing enforcement organizations and agencies to
track issues and identify patterns in the city.
The City of San Jacinto complies with fair housing laws and regulations as described in Table 6-1.
TABLE 6–1: COMPLIANCE WITH FAIR HOUSING LAWS
Law Description Compliance
California Fair Employment and
Housing Act (FEHA)
The Fair Employment and Housing Act
(FEHA) applies to public and private
employers, labor organizations and
employment agencies. It is illegal for
employers of 5 or more employees to
discriminate against job applicants and
employees because of a protected category
or retaliate against them because they have
asserted their rights under the law. The FEHA
prohibits harassment based on a protected
category against an employee, an applicant,
an unpaid intern or volunteer, or a contractor.
Harassment is prohibited in all workplaces,
even those with fewer than five employees.
Compliance is achieved through strict
enforcement in hiring practices and
regular training of and by Human
Resources staff.
Government Code Section 65008
Covers actions of a city, county, city and
county, or other local government agency,
and makes those actions null and void if the
action denies an individual or group of
individuals the enjoyment of residence,
landownership, tenancy, or other land use
in the state because of membership in a
protected class, the method of financing,
and/or the intended occupancy. For
example, a violation under Government
Compliance is achieved by uniform
application of the City’s codes,
regulations, policies and practices,
including development standards, design
guidelines, application submittal
requirements, fees and approval findings.
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Code section 65008 may occur if a
jurisdiction applied more scrutiny to
reviewing and approving an affordable
development as compared to market-rate
developments, or multifamily housing as
compared to single family homes.
Government Code Section 8899.50
Requires all public agencies to administer
programs and activities relating to housing
and community development in a manner to
affirmatively further fair housing and avoid
any action that is materially inconsistent
with its obligation to affirmatively further fair
housing.
Compliance is achieved through
consultations with community
stakeholders and support agencies as
part of program evaluating and funding
decisions. The 6th Cycle Housing Element
Housing Plan describes how each
Program addresses fair housing issues
and contributing factors.
Government Code Section 11135 et
seq.
Requires full and equal access to all
programs and activities operated,
administered, or funded with financial
assistance from the state, regardless of
one’s membership or perceived
membership in a protected class.
Compliance is achieved through
promotion/availability of activities and
programs to all persons of all
backgrounds to participate equally in
community programs and activities.
Density Bonus Law (Gov. Code, §
65915.)
Density bonus law is intended to support
the construction of affordable housing by
offering developers the ability to construct
additional housing units above an agency’s
otherwise applicable density range, in
exchange for offering to build or donate
land for affordable or senior units. Density
Bonus Law also provides for incentives
intended to help make the development of
affordable and senior housing economically
feasible.
Compliance is achieved by administration
of San Jacinto Development Code
Chapter 17.310 – Affordable Housing -
Density Bonuses, which provides for
compliance with Government Code
Section 65915 et seq.
Housing Accountability Act (Gov.
Code, § 65589.5.)
Provides that a local agency shall not
disapprove a housing development project,
for very low, low-, or moderate-income
households, or an emergency shelter, or
condition approval in a manner that renders
the housing development project infeasible
for development for the use of very low,
low-, or moderate-income households, or
an emergency shelter, including through
the use of design review standards, unless
it makes certain written findings, based
upon a preponderance of the evidence in
the record.
Compliance is achieved through the
development review process with is
completed consistent with the Housing
Accountability Act. Additionally, the
Housing Plan includes Program 15,
Development Code Amendments –
Housing Constraints, which requires the
City to update the Zoning Code to remove
constraints to a variety of housing types
and ensure the City’s standards and
permitting requirements are consistent
with State law. This includes allowing
supportive housing by right, and updating
the Zoning Code to ensure eligible multi-
family projects with an affordable
component are provided streamlined
review.
No-Net-Loss Law (Gov. Code, §
65863)
Ensures development opportunities remain
available throughout the planning period to
The City’s draft Housing Element
identifies a surplus of sites with a capacity
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accommodate a jurisdiction’s regional
housing need assessment (RHNA)
allocation, especially for lower- and
moderate- income households.
to accommodate the City’s RHNA
allocation. The City has also identified
additional sites for accommodating any
shortfall that may occur with respect to
anticipated development density capacity,
that may be added to the site list if
necessary.
Least Cost Zoning Law (Gov. Code,
§ 65913.1)
Provides that, in exercising its authority to
zone for land uses and in revising its
housing element, a city, county, or city and
county shall designate and zone sufficient
vacant land for residential use with
appropriate standards, in relation to zoning
for nonresidential use, and in relation to
growth projections of the general plan to
meet housing needs for all income
categories as identified in the housing
element of the general plan.
Compliance is achieved through the
implementation of Housing Element
Housing Plan Program 5 which ensures
that the City has sufficient land
appropriately zoned to accommodate the
City’s RHNA at all income levels for the
duration of the planning period, which
includes a General Plan and Development
Code update which allows for new types
of higher-density residential and mixed-
use development in the City. Program 6 in
the Housing Plan includes maintaining an
inventory of the available sites for
residential development.
Excessive Subdivision Standards
(Gov. Code, § 65913.2.)
Provides that, in exercising its authority to
regulate subdivisions a city, county, or city
and county shall:
(a) Refrain from imposing criteria for
design, as defined in Section 66418, or
improvements, as defined in Section 66419,
for the purpose of rendering infeasible the
development of housing for any and all
economic segments of the community.
However, nothing in this section shall be
construed to enlarge or diminish the
authority of a city, county, or city and
county under other provisions of law to
permit a developer to construct such
housing.
(b) Consider the effect of ordinances
adopted and actions taken by it with
respect to the housing needs of the region
in which the local jurisdiction is situated.
(c) Refrain from imposing standards and
criteria for public improvements including,
but not limited to, streets, sewers, fire
stations, schools, or parks, which exceed
the standards and criteria being applied by
the city, county, or city and county at that
time to its publicly financed improvements
located in similarly zoned districts within
that city, county, or city and county.
Compliance is achieved through the
implementation of a fair and equitable
development review process which is
administrated consistent with the
Excessive Subdivision Standards Act.
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PATTERNS OF INTEGRATION AND SEGREGATION
To inform priorities, policies, and actions, San Jacinto has included an analysis of integration and
segregation, including patterns and trends, related to people with protected characteristics.
Segregation generally means a condition in which there is a high concentration of persons of a
particular race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, or having a disability or a
particular type of disability when compared to a broader geographic area. Conversely, integration
refers to a condition in which there is a not a high concentration of persons of a particular race,
color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, or having a disability or a particular type of
disability when compared to a broader geographic area. The following analysis will analyze levels of
segregation and integration for race and ethnicity, persons with disabilities, familial status, age, and
income to identify the groups in San Jacinto that experience the highest levels of segregation.
Dissimilarity Index
The dissimilarity index is the most commonly used measure of segregation between two groups,
reflecting their relative distributions across neighborhoods (as defined by census tracts). The index
represents the percentage of the minority group that would have to move to new neighborhoods to
achieve perfect integration of that group. An index score can range in value from 0 percent,
indicating complete integration, to 100 percent, indicating complete segregation. An index number
between 30 and 60 indicates moderate similarity and community segregation while an index number
above 60 is considered to show high similarity and a segregated community.
There are a number of reasons why patterns of racial segregation exist (or don’t exist) within a
community. Some of these reasons may be institutional (discriminatory lending practices) while
others can be cultural (persons of similar backgrounds or lifestyles choosing to live near one another
to provide support and familiarity). As such, discussions regarding segregation are complicated and
there is not a “one size fits all” approach to addressing patterns of racial segregation.
Table 6-2 shows the dissimilarity between each of the identified race and ethnic groups and White
population for the County of Riverside and the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metropolitan
area. The higher scores indicate higher levels of segregation among those race and ethnic groups.
The County does not have any racial or ethnic groups with scores higher than 60 (indicating high
similarity and segregation). All race and ethnic groups exhibit moderate levels of dissimilarity and
segregation in Riverside County (scores between 30 and 60). The highest levels of segregation
within Riverside County are Black residents (44.89%) and Hispanic residents (42.61%), both of
which fall within the moderate similarity and segregation range. When compared to the Riverside-
San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metropolitan area, the County exhibits lower levels of dissimilarity and
segregation than the region as a whole for all race and ethnic groups. For both the County and larger
region, there has been an increase in most groups in levels of dissimilarity, except for Black/White
at the County level. This analysis suggests that patterns of segregation at the local level reflect
those at the regional level as well, and that partnerships with regional agencies and advocates may
be an effective way to address local issues of moderate segregation.
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TABLE 6–2: RACIAL/ETHNIC DISSIMILARITY TRENDS
Racial/Ethnic Dissimilarity
Index
County of Riverside Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
Region
1990
Trend
2000
Trend
2010
Trend Current 1990
Trend
2000
Trend
2010
Trend
Current
Non-White/White 32.16 38.18 36.71 39.53 32.92 38.90 38.95 41.29
Black/White 46.72 47.08 40.59 44.89 43.74 43.74 43.96 47.66
Hispanic/White 34.33 41.31 40.66 42.61 35.57 35.57 42.36 43.96
Asian or Pacific Islander/White 34.92 35.99 36.36 40.80 33.17 33.17 38.31 43.07
Source: County of Riverside, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, June 2019
Diversity
As shown in Figure 3, in 2018 the City of San Jacinto had a similar diversity index score to much of
the surrounding areas. While no census block groups are considered lower diversity areas in San
Jacinto, the City of Hemet (to the south) has small pockets of lower levels of diversity and the City
of Beaumont, as a whole, is less diverse than the City of San Jacinto. Comparing diversity in 2010
to 2018 (see Figure 4), there has been little change in diversity in the City, except that two census
tracts became more diverse. In the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) region,
northern areas in Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties have a higher percentage of residents
that identify as Hispanic than White. This trend differs from more southern areas of the SCAG region,
including San Jacinto, as illustrated in Figure 5. San Jacinto more closely reflects the patterns of
diversity found in urban areas of Riverside County, where the diversity index is consistent across
communities, indicating that there are not concentrated areas of more or less diversity. There do
not appear to be any areas with significantly higher or lower levels of diversity than any other within
the city or immediately adjacent areas (Figure 3), suggesting that the community is well integrated
in this regard.
Table 6-3 shows the demographic trends over time for the City and the County of Riverside. Since
1990, the percentage of population that are Hispanic residents has increased significantly in the City
from 33.7% to 54.1% compared to the County which has increased from 26.3% to 48.4%. In
comparison, percentage of Black or African American residents has increased in the City at a greater
rate when compared to the County, increasing from 1.2% to 6.9% in the City and from 5.4% to
6.4% in the County.
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TABLE 6–3: DEMOGRAPHIC TRENDS
Race/Ethnicity 1990 2000 2010 Current
San Jacinto
White 74.6% 69.3% 58.4% 67.8%
Black or African American 1.2% 2.6% 5.1% 6.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native 2.1% 2.3% 1.6% 2.3%
Asian 0.9% 1.1% 4.0% 3.9%
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander - 0.2% 0% 0.1%
Some Other Race 21.1% 19.5% 25.6% 14.2%
Two or More Races - 4.8% 5.4% 4.9%
TOTAL 100% 100% 100% 100%
Hispanic or Latino (of any race) 33.7% 40.3% 53.2% 54.1%
County of Riverside
White 76.4% 65.4% 67.4% 60.8%
Black or African American 5.4% 6.2% 6.1% 6.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native 1.0% 1.2% 1.0% 0.8%
Asian 3.3% 3.5% 6.0% 6.4%
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander .2% 0.2% 0.4% 0.3%
Some Other Race 13.6% 18.7% 14.9% 20.8%
Two or More Races - 4.7% 4.2% 4.5%
TOTAL 100% 100% 100% 100%
Hispanic or Latino (of any race) 26.3% 36.1% 45.6% 48.4%
Source: US Census; 1990 US Census; 2000 US Census; 2010 US Census, 2014-2018 ACS
According to the County AI, in terms of national origin, the largest foreign-born population within
the jurisdiction and the region is from Mexico, at 14.44% of County residents, compared to
13.95% of the region's residents. After Mexico, the greatest numbers of foreign-born residents of
both the County and the region hail from the Philippines, El Salvador, Guatemala and Vietnam.
The remaining five most populous non-native groups in the County hale from India, Korea, China
(excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan), Canada, and Vietnam, whereas, the region's next most
populous non-native groups are from Korea, India, Canada, China and Taiwan.
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Income
Patterns of moderately segregated economic wealth, as indicated by median household income, do
exist in San Jacinto, as illustrated on Figure 6. Figure 6 show the median income in the City by
census block groups and how the median income in those groups compare to the median State
income of $87,100. Some of the census block groups (note that this information is available at the
block group area as opposed to the census tract) with lower median household incomes consist of
Downtown San Jacinto. The block groups in western San Jacinto have a median income closer to
the State median income, and include large areas of agricultural lands. In general, those areas with
lower median household incomes are located in the center of the City in locations with high
proportions of multifamily units, which are some of the City’s most affordable housing choices. As
shown in Figure 7, the pattern in income in San Jacinto, is similar to the surrounding communities.
However, the areas in central Western Riverside County have a lower median income than the areas
to the north and south of the County. As shown in Table 3-12 in the Needs Assessment section of
this Background Report, the median household income in San Jacinto is $50,483 compared to the
County median income of $69,948.
According to the City’s Demographic, Economic and Real Estate Profile, the City’s median household
income is over 40 percent lower than that of Western Riverside County, reflecting that it is both
attracting lower-income earners with its affordability, and does not offer many higher-wage jobs to
its residents or workers. Further, the City’s income is growing faster than its comparison
geographies, with median household income in San Jacinto increasing by 5 percent in real 2018
dollars since 2000, while it only grew by 1 percent in Western Riverside County. This positive
increase in real income is particularly noteworthy given declines in real median incomes nationally
during the same period. This is likely attributable to the steady influx of working families and decline
in older households who typically rely on retirement savings.
As described throughout this Housing Element, the City is committed to supporting the development
of housing affordable to lower income households in locations throughout the City and has identified
sites for future growth and development which are designed to promote a more balanced and
integrated pattern of household incomes.
Persons with Disabilities
As discussed in the Needs Assessment section of the Housing Element Background Report,
approximately 14 percent of San Jacinto’s population in 2018 had at least one disability, and 35
percent of those individuals were seniors, who are more likely to have an ambulatory, visual, or
hearing disability. Since 2014, the percent of the population with a disability has increased slightly
across the City, but still reflects the SCAG region. The rate of disability is generally even across the
City, with a slightly higher concentration in the southern area of the City in a census tract that is
partially in the City of Hemet, west of Highway 79, along the City’s boundary with the City of Hemet
(Figure 8). The percentage of individuals with a disability in this census tract is 20.3%, which is only
slightly higher than the surrounding census tracts. This increase could be due to the location of a
mobile home park within the census tract, which provides a more affordable housing option for
individuals on a fixed income.
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The rate of disability in San Jacinto is similar to all incorporated jurisdictions in Riverside County
and most suburban communities in the SCAG region, as illustrated in Figure 9. Disability rates are
higher further inland in the region, indicating that the City of San Jacinto does not have a
disproportionate concentration of persons with disabilities when compared to the region or a smaller
percentage of persons with disabilities that would indicate barriers to this population. The City
expressly permits by right “group homes for persons with disabilities” in all residential zones and
works proactively with service providers to address the needs of the City’s persons with disabilities.
Familial Status
Family makeup, including married couples (with or without children), persons over the age of 18
living alone and female headed households can provide insight into potential segregation issues in
the community. As shown in Figure 10, there is not a significant concertation of population in married
couples in the City. There is a slightly lower concentration of married couple in the Downtown and
surrounding neighborhood, where most of the multi-family housing in the City is concentrated.
Overall, as shown in Figure 11, there is a slight decrease in concentration of married couples in more
urbanized areas in western Riverside County. The City follows this pattern. As seen in Figures 12
and 13, this pattern continues for married couples with children.
San Jacinto is also home to a number of female-headed households located throughout the
community, with slightly higher concentrations of this familial type in the areas older neighborhoods
which are more densely populated and also closer to goods and services (Figure 14). There are no
known historic patterns of segregation by familial status, including by household gender, which the
City finds as contributing factors to continued segregation in San Jacinto. Figure 14 indicates that
female-headed households are located in a variety of census tracts with different incomes, access
to opportunities, and resource levels. Moreover, the pattern present in San Jacinto mirrors
neighboring jurisdictions, which also have smaller areas where the concentration of female-headed
households is slightly higher than the rest of the jurisdiction, as illustrated in Figure 15.
Seniors
The community’s older residents, persons 65 years of age or older, tend to be concentrated along
the City’s western and southern boundaries. However, it’s noted that the western area of the City
is very sparsely populated, and the indication that over 30% of residents in that particular census
tract are over 65 years old should be taken in that context. Older residents may choose to locate
closer to goods, services, and transit in order to have easier access to these opportunities; the City’s
southern boundary with Hemet may provide San Jacinto residents with additional opportunities to
access facilities and services in both jurisdictions, and this pattern is evident on Hemet’s side of the
boundary as well (Figure 16). The City’s newer neighborhoods tend to have lower concentrations of
seniors; this is due in part to the product type offered (generally larger single-family detached
homes) which may not be the preferred housing type of older residents. Comparing San Jacinto, to
the larger region, the City is consistent with the rest of Western Riverside County with a younger
demographic, as illustrated in Figure 17. However, the City does skew younger when compared to
the City of Hemet.
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Findings
The City has considered trends and patterns related to integration and segregation based on racial
and ethnic factors, median household income, disability, family status, and seniors. There are no
significant patterns of segregation and the community appears to be well-integrated. The more
densely developed Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods in the City do have lower median
household incomes compared to the other areas of the City, however, median household income
does not appear to closely correlate with patterns of isolation of segregation based on other
characteristics. For example, the census tract with the lowest median household income, does not
have a concentration of population with a disability, or female-headed households with children.
The County AI determined that the County is trending in the direction of more, not less, segregation
at a rate that is in keeping with than that of the region overall.
RACIALLY OR ETHNICALLY CONCENTRATED AREAS OF POVERTY (R/ECAP)
R/ECAP
A racially or ethnically concentrated area of poverty (R/ECAPs) is an area in which 50 percent or
more of the population identifies as non-White and 40 percent or more of residents are living in
poverty. In the SCAG region, there are several R/ECAPs located in major cities and unincorporated
areas. However, there are no R/ECAPs located in the City of San Jacinto. The closest R/ECAP is in
the City of Hemet, directly to San Jacinto’s south.
Figure 18 provides an ethnicity analysis identifying the majority racial concentrations in the City. As
shown, the vast majority of the City contains a Latinx-White racial concentration, with most census
tracts having a Hispanic population majority, with only two census tracts with a neighborhood
concentration of three group mixed. The racial/ethnic concentrations in the City follow a similar
pattern to the surrounding communities, including the City of Hemet. Overall, however, it appears
that the City does not exhibit significant patterns or trends of greater racial/ethnic concentrations
correlating to increased poverty. In comparison, Figure 19 provides an ethnicity analysis for western
Riverside County. According to Figure 19, and the County AI, there is a high concentration of White
residents in the County in the northwest region, particularly along the SR-91 corridor, as well as
along the I-15 corridor, through the communities of Lake Elsinore, Wildomar, Murrieta, and
Temecula. Concentration of Hispanic residents in the County are found in the extreme northwest of
Riverside County in the communities of Mira Loma, Glen Avon, and Rubidoux. Another concentration
of Hispanic residents is found more to the east, radiating out from the Perris area, which also have
concentration of Black residents.
While there are no R/ECAPs in San Jacinto, there are several neighborhoods where more than half
of residents are of very low or low income. These neighborhoods, generally the City’s older
neighborhoods which are home to older smaller homes, are adjacent to neighborhoods exhibiting
similar patterns in the City of Hemet (note that isolated in the San Jacinto Valley, the cities of San
Jacinto and Hemet have few neighbors with which to compare themselves geographically). The
majority of San Jacinto, including its newer areas (and areas that are largely undeveloped) have
fewer residents of very low and low income, consistent with the patterns seen by the broader area,
including the nearby unincorporated areas of Riverside County and the City of Beaumont. The
pattern of very low and low income (Figure 20) indicates that there is a concentration of poverty in
the central area of the City. While there are no identified R/ECAPs in San Jacinto, the HCD’s AFFH
mapping tool found one census tract (436.02) located in the central area of the City that is identified
an area of high segregation and poverty. The poverty threshold is 30 percent of the population living
below the poverty line and the location quotient is essentially a measure of the concentration of race
in a small area compared to a county level. The City has included Program 5 to expand development
options in Downtown San Jacinto and the adjacent areas by significantly increasing the development
potential in order to stimulate investment in these areas. Through the expansion of additional
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housing choices affordable to a variety of incomes, the City intends to support the integration of
mixed-income housing in the Downtown area and change the pattern of poverty concentration in
the City’s older historic neighborhoods.
Lower levels of median household income are evident in the same areas with higher concentrations
of residents classified as very low and low income, however, the pattern is more pronounced when
considering median household income (Figure 6). Two block groups (one of which is partially in the
City of Hemet) located along the City’s southern edge on both sides of Highway 79 exhibit the
community’s lowest median household income (less than $30,000 per year). These areas are only
partially developed, and in addition to significant proportions of vacant land, these areas also include
nonresidential uses such as the San Jacinto Cemetery and Walmart. Existing residential development
in these areas is primarily comprised of mobile homes, which are some of the most affordable
housing options in the City, and often occupied by older residents or residents on fixed incomes
which is consistent with lower household incomes.
As shown in Figure 21, there are concentrations of very low- and low-income households throughout
western Riverside. According to the County AI, Hispanic residents make up 72.28% of residents
within R/ECAPS within the County. As discussed in the Findings section, the Housing Plan includes
programs to encourage increased diversity and housing opportunities in the City and to provide
education related to fair housing rights.
Racially Concentrated Areas of Affluence (RCAA)
According to the Department of Housing and Community Development AFFH Guidance Memo,
“segregation is a continuum, with polarity between race, poverty, and affluence, which can be a
direct product of the same policies and practices.” Therefore, both sides of the continuum must be
examined. While HCD does not have a standard definition for RCAAs, looking at the percentage of
the White population and median household income can provide a good indicator for areas of
affluence.
In addition to R/ECAPs utilized by HUD, scholars at the University of Minnesota Humphrey School of
Public Affairs created the Racially Concentrated Areas of Affluence (RCAAs) metric to more fully tell
the story of segregation in the United States.13 In contrast to a R/ECAP, a racially concentrated area
of affluence (RCAA) is defined as a census tract in which 80 percent or more of the population is
White and has a median income greater than $125,000 annually. Table 6-4, looks at the median
household incomes of White, non-Hispanic residents in San Jacinto, as well as the Riverside County
as a whole. As shown in Table 6-4, there is significantly less difference in median income between
White households and all households in the City when compared to the County. There are no areas
of San Jacinto that qualify as a RCAA. Most RCAAs in the SCAG region are located in coastal
communities while inland suburban communities do not reflect this pattern.
TABLE 6–4: MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Median Household Income San Jacinto Riverside County
White households $51,554 $71,482
All households $50,483 $63,948
% of white households 32.1% 35.9%
Source: US Census, ACS 2014-2018
13 Goetz, E. G., Damiano, A., & Williams, R. A. 2019. Racially Concentrated Areas of Affluence: A Preliminary
Investigation. Cityscape: A Journal of Policy Development and Research, Volume 21(1) [pages 99–124]. Available at:
https://www.huduser.gov/portal/periodicals/cityscpe/vol21num1/ch4.pdf
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ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITY
HUD developed the opportunity indicators to help inform communities about disparities in access to
opportunity. The scores are based on nationally available data sources and assess residents’ access
to key opportunity assets in the City. Table 6-5 provides the index scores (ranging from 0 to 100)
for the following opportunity indicator indices:
• Low Poverty Index: The low poverty index captures poverty in a given neighborhood. The
poverty rate is determined at the census tract level. The higher the score, the less exposure
to poverty in a neighborhood.
• School Proficiency Index: The school proficiency index uses school-level data on the
performance of 4th grade students on state exams to describe which neighborhoods have
high-performing elementary schools nearby and which are near lower performing elementary
schools. The higher the score, the higher the school system quality in a neighborhood.
• Labor Market Engagement Index: The labor market engagement index provides a summary
description of the relative intensity of labor market engagement and human capital in a
neighborhood. This is based on the level of employment, labor force participation, and
educational attainment in a census tract. The higher the score, the higher the labor force
participation and human capital in a neighborhood.
• Transit Trips Index: This index is based on estimates of transit trips taken by a family that
meets the following description: a three-person, single-parent family with income at 50% of
the median income for renters for the region (i.e. the Core-Based Statistical Area (CBSA)).
The higher the transit trips index, the more likely residents in that neighborhood utilize public
transit.
• Low Transportation Cost Index: This index is based on estimates of transportation costs for
a family that meets the following description: a three-person, single-parent family with
income at 50% of the median income for renters for the region/CBSA. The higher the index,
the lower the cost of transportation in that neighborhood.
• Jobs Proximity Index: The jobs proximity index quantifies the accessibility of a given
residential neighborhood as a function of its distance to all job locations within a
region/CBSA, with larger employment centers weighted more heavily. The higher the index
value, the better the access to employment opportunities for residents in a neighborhood.
• Environmental Health Index: The environmental health index summarizes potential exposure
to harmful toxins at a neighborhood level. The higher the index value, the less exposure to
toxins harmful to human health. The higher the value, the better the environmental quality
of a neighborhood, where a neighborhood is a census block group.
Opportunity indicators were obtained for Riverside County from the HUD Affirmatively Furthering
Fair Housing GIS tool (scores for the City of San Jacinto are not available). Table 6-5 identifies the
opportunity indicators by race and ethnicity for the total population of Riverside County and the
larger region of Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA.
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TABLE 6–5: OPPORTUNITY INDICATORS BY RACE/ETHNICITY Race/ Ethnicity Low Poverty Index School Proficiency Index Labor Market Index Transit Index Low Transportation Cost Index Jobs Proximity Index Environmental Health Index Riverside County
White 55.92 51.19 35.68 38.74 25.03 50.62 54.83
Black 47.02 45.39 29.68 41.33 28.64 46.97 44.65
Hispanic 38.69 39.86 25.01 41.66 29.63 47.45 47.11
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
60.56 56.38 40.96 40.92 25.85 46.77 46.11
Native
American 44.82 42.23 27.08 37.17 25.31 48.18 56.08
Total
Average 49.40 47.01 31.68 39.96 26.89 48.00 49.76
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA Region
White 52.61 50.65 34.50 37.96 25.75 49.50 55.48
Black 42.80 41.50 27.18 42.55 31.82 49.72 44.22
Hispanic 37.51 37.99 24.20 43.12 32.68 47.81 42.38
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
60.42 56.42 43.02 41.92 29.18 48.25 48.29
Native
American 41.9 40.74 25.06 36.84 26.34 50.16 56.24
Total
Average 47.05 45.46 30.79 40.48 29.15 49.09 49.32
Source: County of Riverside, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice 2019-2024, June 2019.
As shown in Table 6-5, residents of the County appear to have mixed access to opportunity based
on the different indices. Generally, all residents have moderate to low access to public transit and
low transportation costs with average scores in the low 40s and 20s, respectively. Likewise, all
residents have moderate access to jobs (scores between 46 and 51). Additionally, all residents
generally have moderate exposure to pollution from harmful toxins (scores between 44 and 57),
which indicates that County residents are moderately vulnerable to harmful toxins at the
neighborhood level; these toxins are likely the result of air quality impacts resulting from vehicle
GHG emissions. Hispanic residents do have the lowest scores in three of the seven indices, including
the low poverty, school proficiency and labor market indices. In these same indices, Asian or Pacific
Islander residents have the highest scores. This pattern of opportunity indicators continues across
the larger region.
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TCAC/HCD Opportunity Area Maps
The Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) together with the California Tax
Credit Allocation Committee (TCAC) established the California Fair Housing Task Force to provide
research, evidence-based policy recommendations, and other strategic recommendations to HCD
and other related state agencies/departments to further the fair housing goals (as defined by HCD).
The Task force developed the 2021 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Area Maps to understand how public and
private resources are spatially distributed. The Task Force defines opportunities as pathways to
better lives, including health, education, and employment. Overall, opportunity maps are intended
to display which areas, according to research, offer low-income children and adults the best chance
at economic advancement, high educational attainment, and good physical and mental health.
According to the Task Force’s methodology, the tool allocates the 20 percent of the tracts in each
region with the highest relative index scores to the “Highest Resource” designation and the next 20
percent to the “High Resource” designation. Each region then ends up with 40 percent of its total
tracts as “Highest” or “High” resource. These two categories are intended to help State decision-
makers identify tracts within each region that the research suggests low-income families are most
likely to thrive, and where they typically do not have the option to live—but might, if given the
choice. The remaining tracts are then evenly divided into “Low Resources” and “Moderate Resource”.
Table 6-6 shows the full list of indicators. The Task Force analyzed three domains (Economic,
Environmental, Education) to establish the resource category for each block group.
TABLE 6–6: DOMAINS AND LIST OF INDICATORS BY FACTORS
Domain Indicator
Economic • Poverty
• Adult education
• Employment
• Job proximity
• Median home value
Education • Math proficiency
• Reading proficiency
• High school graduation rates
• Student poverty rates
Environmental • CalEnviroScreen 3.0 pollution indicators and values
Source: California Fair Housing Task Force, Methodology for TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps, December 2020
Table 6-7 identifies the resources levels by census tract and the corresponding scores for economic,
educational and environmental indicators. As shown in Table 6-7, there are no high resource areas
located in the City of San Jacinto.
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TABLE 6–7: OPPORTUNITY RESOURCE LEVELS BY CENSUS TRACT
Census Tract Resource Level Economic Score Environmental Score Educational Score
427.44 Moderate 0.59 0.46 0.58
427.45 Moderate 0.30 0.72 0.41
435.04 Low 0.16 0.56 0.44
435.06 Low 0.18 0.54 0.35
435.07 Low 0.06 0.61 0.07
435.08 Low 0.21 0.69 0.21
435.09 Moderate 0.13 0.82 0.60
435.12 Low 0.17 0.83 0.19
435.13 Low 0.11 0.30 0.18
435.17 Low 0.29 0.31 0.33
436.01 Low 0.00 0.99 0.46
436.02 High Segregation & Poverty 0.02 0.97 0.54
513.00 Low 0.20 0.37 0.33
Source: California Housing and Community Development, AFFH Mapping Tool, https://affh-data-resources-
cahcd.hub.arcgis.com, accessed January 12, 2022.
Economic Opportunity
As described above, the Fair Housing Task Force calculates economic scores based on poverty, adult
education, employment, job proximity, and median home values. As shown in Table 6-7, the overall
economic scores in San Jacinto range from 0 to 0.59. The economic scores are by far the lowest of
the three indicators for the City. According to the 2021 Task Force map (Figure 22), the City’s
western areas (which include many of the community’s newer homes) generally have higher
economic scores than the City’s eastern, more historic, neighborhoods. This pattern reflects the
region, where areas to the west of the City also have higher scores, and areas to the south and east
have lower scores. As shown in Figure 27, the job proximity index is low in most of San Jacinto
(<20), except for several census tracts in the western portion of the City that is primarily agricultural
lands, and in the southern portion of the City, adjacent to the City of Hemet. In comparison, the job
proximity index in the City of Hemet is higher than the City of San Jacinto. According to the Southern
California Association of Governments’ (SCAG) local profile for the City, approximately 12.3% of
San Jacinto residents commuted to the City of Hemet for work in 2016. Only 11.5% of residents
commuted within the City of San Jacinto 14. According to the County AI, the higher job proximity
index scores in more remote areas of Riverside County is potentially due to the prominence of the
Indian gaming industry within Riverside County, which provides significant employment to residents
in and around reservations, which themselves often lie in outlying, poorer areas.
The SCAG local profile of San Jacinto lists 7,007 total jobs in the City in 2017, an increase of 21.2%
from 2007. The profile also states that in 2018, 77% residents drive alone to work and the mean
travel time to work was 36.2 minutes. Between 2000 and 2018, the average travel time to work
increased by approximately 3 minutes. In comparison, the mean travel time to work in Riverside
County was 33.1 minutes.
14 Southern California Association of Governments, Profile of the City of San Jacinto, May 2019.
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Educational Opportunity
The Fair Housing Task Force determines education scores based on math and reading proficiency,
high school graduation rates, and student poverty rates. The City performs slightly better in regards
to education scores when compared to economic scores (Figure 24), with the majority of the City
receiving moderate to higher scores and only a small area, along the City’s southeast boundary,
receiving the lowest (<0.25) outcome. As shown in Table 6-7, the overall education opportunity
scores in San Jacinto range from 0.07 to 0.60. Census tract 436.02, which is designated as an area
of high segregation and poverty (Table 6-7), has a more positive education outcome. The SCAG
local profile of San Jacinto shows that the kindergarten through 12th grade public school enrollment
in the City increased by 85.6% or 5,265 students between 2000 and 2018. With approximately
11,416 students enrolled in 2018, San Jacinto’s student population comprised of 2.7% of the
County’s total. In comparison, the 2018 population of San Jacinto was 2.0% of the County total
population.
The City of San Jacinto is served by the San Jacinto Unified School District (SJUSD) for kindergarten
through 12th grade. However, a section of the southern portion of the City, including Park Hill, is
located within the Hemet Unified School District. There are no Hemet Unified schools located within
the City of San Jacinto. According to the California Department of Education’s California School
Dashboard, in 2019 SJUSD had an enrollment of 10,132 students. The ethnic/racial make-up was:
72.7% Hispanic, 11.5% White, 8.3% African American, 2.3% American Indian, 0.8% Asian, 0.9%
Filipino, 0.6% Pacific Islander, and 3% two or more races. A total of 81.6% of the District’s students
come from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds, 18.3% are English learners and 12.9%
are students with disabilities. The District has a graduation rate of 93.7%.15
The City of San Jacinto is home to one local community college – Mount San Jacinto College (MSJC).
MSJC serves a 1,700-square mile area from the San Gorgonio Pass to Temecula. According to the
City’s Demographic, Economic, and Real Estate Profile, MSJC plans to expand substantially over the
next several years, and a bond measure was passed in 2014 to raise $295 million for the College to
double its capacity for students. San Jacinto has already captured some of this growth, and the
athletic facility at the San Jacinto campus was recently renovated as part of MSJC’s capital
improvements. The College is and will remain an important asset for the City, providing educational
and job opportunities for residents and drawing in students from other parts of the region.
Comparing San Jacinto to neighboring Hemet, the City of San Jacinto has higher education
opportunity scores (Figure 24). Countywide, San Jacinto mirrors the larger regional pattern of lower
education opportunity scores in areas of Hispanic resident concentrations when compared to areas
in the County with concentrations of White residents. As shown in Table 6-5, Hispanic residents have
the lowest school proficiency index scores in Riverside County.
Environmental Opportunity
Environmental health scores are determined by the Fair Housing Task Force based on
CalEnviroScreen 3.0 pollution indicators and values. The California Office of Environmental Health
Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) compiles these scores to help identify California communities
disproportionately burdened by multiple sources of pollution. In addition to environmental factors
(pollutant exposure, groundwater threats, toxic sites, and hazardous materials exposure) and
sensitive receptors (seniors, children, persons with asthma, and low birth weight infants),
CalEnviroScreen also takes into consideration socioeconomic factors. These factors include
educational attainment, linguistic isolation, poverty, and unemployment. There are no areas of the
City identified as receiving the lowest environmental health score (<0.25), and some of the City’s
more economically disadvantaged neighborhoods actually have the highest levels of environmental
15 California Department of Education, California School Dashboard, https://www.caschooldashboard.org/,
accessed January 13, 2022.
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health scores (Figure 25). As shown in Table 6-7, the overall environmental scores in San Jacinto
range from 0.30 to 0.99. In Riverside County, generally the more remote and rural portions of the
County have higher environmental health scores when compared to the denser more urban portions
of the County. Particularly, the transportation corridors have the lowest environmental health scores.
Transportation
Availability of efficient, affordable transportation can be used to measure fair housing and access to
opportunities. According to All Transit, the City of San Jacinto has a score of 3.3 out of 10, with a
score of 10 being high connectivity, access to jobs and frequency of service.16 As shown in Table 6-
5, the transit index score ranges from 37.17 to 41.66 and the low transportation cost index score
ranges from 25.03 to 29.63 for Riverside County. Both the transit index scores and low
transportation cost index scores for the County are similar to the region, and for both the County
and region, there are not significant discrepancies between racial and ethnic groups.
The Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) provides bus service within San Jacinto and throughout Riverside
County. In addition, transit riders can access Metrolink commuter rail services from the nearby Perris
Downtown and Perris South stations. RTA provides bus service in Riverside County. It connects San
Jacinto with several nearby cities (including Moreno Valley, Hemet, Menifee, and Perris) and several
regional destinations such as the two Metrolink stations in Perris.
Findings
Overall opportunity map scores for San Jacinto census tracts are presented in Figure 26 along with
the City’s sites inventory. The majority of San Jacinto is classified as a low resource area; only two
census tracts (one of which covers most of the unincorporated county area to the City’s west) are
identified as moderate resource areas. Most importantly, as identified in Table 6-7, there is one
census tract in the City’s central core that is classified as a high segregation and poverty area
(census tract 436.02). This means that this tract meets standards for both poverty (30% of the
population below the federal poverty line) and racial segregation (overrepresentation of people of
color relative to the county). This neighborhood is largely built-out and relatively densely populated.
Located in the City center, just northwest of City Hall, this area warrants a special level of attention
and investment to address its limited access to opportunity. Focusing specifically on this tract, it’s
evident that the most significant factor negatively impacting this area is lack of access to economic
opportunities, which is circular confirmation of the area’s poverty status, given that poverty is a
contributing factor in determining a tract’s economic score.
Overall, it appears that residents of San Jacinto have varying levels of access to opportunities. At
the City-level, access to opportunity does not appear to correlate to race and ethnicity. However,
viewed at the County and regional level, as shown in Table 6-5, Hispanic residents have the lowest
scores in three of the seven opportunity indices, including the low poverty, school proficiency and
labor market indices.
The City has proactively planned to allow for new development in low resource areas specifically to
improve access to opportunities. Sites to accommodate the City’s 6th Cycle RHNA, including its lower-
income units, are distributed between low and moderate resource areas. New mixed-use
development in the City is envisioned to provide new safe residential housing units, new employment
opportunities, and new space for the development of commercial projects offering a variety of goods
and services. Moreover, by bringing residential units and jobs closer together, the City strives to
reduce vehicle miles traveled, reduce GHG emissions, and improve air quality, thereby working to
improve access to higher levels of environmental health.
16 AllTransit, https://alltransit.cnt.org/, accessed January 13, 2022.
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DISPROPORTIONATE HOUSING NEED AND DISPLACEMENT RISK
HUD requires all grantees to compare and assess the burdens for housing for different groups in the
community. A disproportionately greater burden exists when the members of a particular group
experience a housing problem at a greater rate (90 percent or more) than the group as a whole.
The four HUD-designated housing problems include when a 1) housing unit lacks complete kitchen
facilities; 2) housing unit lacks complete plumbing facilities; 3) household is overcrowded; and 4)
household is cost burdened. Households are considered to have a housing problem if they experience
at least one of the above. Table 6-8 summarizes the demographics of households with
disproportionate housing needs in Riverside County and the larger region. As shown in Table 6-8,
the County has a slightly lower percentage of total residents experiencing housing problems
compared to the region. For both the County and the region as a whole, non-White households are
more likely to experience at least one of the housing problems than White households.
TABLE 6–8: DEMOGRAPHICS OF HOUSEHOLDS WITH DISPROPORTIONATE HOUSING NEEDS
Disproportionate Housing Needs (Riverside County, CA CDBG) Jurisdiction (Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA) Region
Households experiencing
any of 4 housing problems
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# with
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households
% with
problems
Race/Ethnicity
White, Non-Hispanic 54,130 146,344 36.99% 223,865 602,650 37.15%
Black, Non-Hispanic 6,845 13,200 51.86% 55,330 100,005 55.33%
Hispanic 50,455 94,339 53.48% 277,845 509,940 54.49%
Asian or Pacific Islander, Non-
Hispanic 6,858 14,947 45.88% 35,970 81,445 44.16%
Native American, Non-Hispanic 636 1,399 45.46% 2,665 5,119 52.06%
Other, Non-Hispanic 2,319 5,250 44.17% 12,245 25,460 48.10%
Total 121,265 275,454 44.02% 607,925 1,324,635 45.89%
Household Type and Size
Family households, <5 people 61,189 158,633 38.57% 291,945 736,650 39.63%
Family households, 5+ people 28,693 52,493 54.66% 149,095 251,595 59.26%
Non-family households 31,336 64,326 48.71% 166,885 336,390 49.61%
Households experiencing any of 4 Severe Housing Problems
# with severe problems
#
households
% with severe problems
# with severe problems
#
households
% with severe problems
Race/Ethnicity
White, Non-Hispanic 26,157 146,344 17.87% 112,650 602,650 18.69%
Black, Non-Hispanic 3,988 13,200 30.21% 33,280 100,005 33.28%
Hispanic 30,752 94,339 32.60% 175,300 509,940 34.38%
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Asian or Pacific Islander, Non-
Hispanic 3,784 14,947 25.32% 19,645 81,445 24.12%
Native American, Non-Hispanic 429 1,399 30.66% 1,660 5,119 32.43%
Other, Non-Hispanic 1,197 5,250 22.80% 6,885 25,460 27.04%
Total 66,313 275,454 24.07% 349,430 1,324,635 26.38%
Source: HUD Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) Database, 2020.
Overcrowding and Overpayment
Typically, a housing unit is considered overcrowded if there is more than one person per room and
severely overcrowded if there are more than 1.5 persons per room. As discussed in the Needs
Assessment of the Housing Element, overcrowding is an issue in the City of San Jacinto. This is also
one of the housing issues identified during the Housing Element Outreach process. As described in
Table 3–18, 3.9% of owner-occupied homes and 10.7% of renter-occupied homes are overcrowded
in the City. The same census tract (436.02) classified as an area of high segregation and poverty
also demonstrates the City’s most significant overcrowded condition, although areas to the north
and south also demonstrate higher concentrations of overcrowding than the rest of the City (Figure
27). A similar pattern is evident in the City of Hemet, where there are pockets of more significant
overcrowded conditions, especially in the City’s denser older neighborhoods. According to the County
AI, large families often have difficulties finding adequately sized housing and may lease smaller units
due to affordability concerns, which results in overcrowding. As shown in Figure 28, the pattern of
overcrowding in the older denser neighborhoods mirrors the pattern in the County of Riverside, with
overcrowding in central Perris and City of Riverside.
Overcrowding typically means that either appropriately sized housing is unaffordable to current
residents, or that the type of housing available does not meet the need resulting in an increased
risk of displacement for households living in overcrowded situations. In either case, overcrowding
means there is a disproportionate need for affordable, larger housing units in San Jacinto. The City’s
newer housing stock is comprised of larger single-family homes, so it is unexpected that the issue
relates to the size of housing options available. Rather, the issue rests in the affordability of larger
homes. The City is home to very few multifamily units, and for this reason smaller households may
tend to collocate in order to share housing costs. The City is proactively working to expand the range
of housing options available in the City and will meet with the developers to identify barriers to
constructing larger affordable housing and has included several other programs to incentivize
development of affordable housing.
As with overcrowding, overpayment is a widespread issue in San Jacinto (like the rest of southern
California). The issue is more prominent among renter households than owner households, although
both groups demonstrate patterns of overpayment (Figure 29 and Figure 30). This reflects patterns
of overpayment across the SCAG region, where overpayment has remained an issue among renters
in recent years while decreasing among homeowners (Figure 31 and Figure 32). It is also consistent
with the immediate area, reflecting trends present in the cities of Hemet and Beaumont. For both
renters and owners, the areas most impacted by overpayment include the census tracts in the center
of the City, along Highway 79, consistent with the City’s older more densely populated areas and
lower income areas. The same census tract (436.02) classified as an area of high segregation and
poverty also demonstrates the City’s a significant overpayment for renter issue, with over 62% of
renters overpaying, in addition to areas to the north and south also demonstrate higher
concentrations of overpayment than the rest of the City. Overpayment increases the risk of
displacing residents who are no longer able to afford their housing costs. To address displacement
risks due to overpayment, the City will provide incentives to encourage affordable development and
will develop a targeted program to connect lower-income residents with affordable homeownership
and rental opportunities within the City.
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Housing Condition
Typically, housing over 30 years of age is more likely to have rehabilitation needs that may include
plumbing, roof repairs, electrical repairs, foundation rehabilitation, or other significant
improvements. In addition to extensive overpayment, approximately half of the housing stock in
San Jacinto is older than 30 years and may need repairs. While it is likely that some homeowners
have conducted ongoing maintenance to maintain the value of their homes, it is likely that many of
these homes need some degree of repairs. In some cases, the cost of repairs can be prohibitive,
resulting in the owner or renter living in substandard housing conditions or being displaced if the
house is designated as uninhabitable or during rehabilitation. According to Comprehensive Housing
Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data compiled by the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 23 percent
of San Jacinto households which may include overcrowding, lack of a complete kitchen, lack of
complete plumbing, or severe cost-burden. As identified above, many homeowners and renters in
San Jacinto are cost burden, and may represent a large percentage of the 23 percent of households
with a severe housing problem identified in CHAS. The rate of housing programs for these four
categories combined is lower than most jurisdictions in western Riverside with the exception of the
cities of Murrieta and Temecula. To prevent residents occupying, or being displaced from,
substandard housing, the City will seek funding to assist homeowners with rehabilitation costs and
will develop a code enforcement process that will prevent displacement or assist with relocation
costs for lower-income households.
Persons Experiencing Homelessness
As discussed in Section 3 of the Background Report, the 2020 Point-In-Time Report identified 31
people in the City of San Jacinto experiencing homelessness, representing 1.1% of Riverside
County’s total homeless count (2,884 individuals). The 31 people identified in San Jacinto were
unsheltered. From the 2016 to the 2020 Homeless Count, there was an increase of homeless
individuals counted in Riverside County from 2,165 to 2,884, which is a 33.2% increase. According
to the 2020 Point in Time Report for Riverside County, from 2019 to 2020, the count of homeless
individuals in Riverside County increase only 3% (2,811). Compared to 2019, the sheltered count
decreased 5% (766 to 729), while the unsheltered count increased 5% (2,045 to 2,155).17
During the outreach process for the General Plan and Housing Element updates, a key theme that
emerged was that it is a priority for the City to address homelessness. Another key theme that
emerged is planning for more affordable housing is a potential solution to homelessness.
Displacement Risk
The annual rate of increase in average home value or rental prices compared with annual changes
in the average income in the City also indicates an increased risk of displacement due to housing
costs outpacing wage increase, a trend that is felt throughout the region, state, and nation.
According to Zillow, the average home value in San Jacinto has increased substantially since 2011,
increasing from $137,000 to $428,000 in Oct 2021. The rate of increase in rental prices still outpaces
wage increases but is less than that of home values. Between July 2018 and July 2021, the average
rent in San Jacinto increased from approximately $1,000/month to $1,200/month. As shown in
Figure 33, most of the developed census tracts in the City are designated as “Sensitive Communities”
where residents may be particularly vulnerable to displacement in the event of increased
redevelopment and shifts in housing costs. Communities were designated sensitive if they currently
have populations vulnerable to displacement in the event of increased redevelopment and drastic
shifts in housing cost. Vulnerability is defined as share of very low-income residents is above 20%
in 2017 and the tract meets one other criteria related to renters, diversity, and housing burden.
In order to address affordability challenges, the City will encourage and incentivize development of
17 Riverside County Department of Public Social Services, 2020 Homeless Point-in-Time Count and Survey, June 2020.
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affordable housing units and will develop a program to connect lower-income residents with
affordable housing opportunities. Displacement risk increases when a household is paying more for
housing than their income can support, their housing condition is unstable or unsafe, and when the
household is overcrowded. Each of these presents barriers to stable housing for the occupants. In
San Jacinto, overpayment, and overcrowding, is linked to areas with a lower median income. As
discussed under Patterns of Integration and Segregation, there are higher rates of poverty in the
central area of the City and along its southern boundary with the City of Hemet. Taken together,
the risk of displacement is highest for lower income households, including those that are currently
living in overcrowded conditions and/or overpaying for housing, located in and around the City’s
central core. The City has proposed new land use designation to accommodate additional multifamily
development in the City which has not typically been developable in San Jacinto (and, to some
extent, the region). However, with new development capacities, programs to incentivize new
affordable development, and programs to support existing residents, the City will proactively work
to address and prevent risks associated with displacement.
Research has shown that low-income renter populations are disproportionately exposed to
environmental hazards and that housing tenure is a telling determinant of social vulnerability to
disasters. Renters bear the brunt of the existing affordable housing shortage, and their adaptive
capacity to cope and recover from the impacts of environmental hazards may be reduced due to
systemic inequities and limited resources. As discussed in the Constraints section under
Environmental Constraints, environmental hazards affecting residential development in the City
include geologic and seismic conditions, which provide the greatest threat to the built environment,
aircraft accidents, and hazardous materials release, including pipeline rupture. The Claremont/Casa
Loma faults, located less than 0.5 miles from the City, require special near-source factors to be
incorporated into buildings developed within 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) of the fault. Additionally, the
Uniform Building Code requires that the entire City incorporate near-source factors into the design
of buildings. The periphery of the City is located within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones
(VHFHSZ) according to CAL FIRE. In order to reduce the risk, new development must comply with
applicable City requirements for fuel modification zones, fire-safe site design principals, and other
fire prevention activities. A flood control system protects a large portion of the City that would
otherwise be located within a flood zone. The City coordinates with the County of Riverside Flood
Control District and other agencies to ensure functioning of the flood control systems. San Jacinto
participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), administered by FEMA, to provide
federal flood insurance and federally financed loans for properties located within flood hazard areas.
Findings
“Disproportionate housing needs” generally refers to a condition in which there are significant
disparities in the proportion of members of a protected class experiencing a category of housing
need when compared to the proportion of members of any other relevant groups, or the total
population experiencing that category of housing need in the applicable geographic area.
The City is committed to making diligent efforts to engage underrepresented and disadvantaged
communities in studying displacement.
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SITE INVENTORY ANALYSIS
AB 686 requires that jurisdictions identify sites throughout the community in a manner that is
consistent with its duty to affirmatively further fair housing. The site identification includes not only
an analysis of site capacity to accommodate the RHNA (provided in this section), but also considers
whether the identified sites serve the purpose of replacing segregated living patterns with truly
integrated and balanced living patterns, transforming racially and ethnically concentrated areas of
poverty into areas of opportunity. This section analyzes the role of all sites, regardless of income
level, in assisting to affirmatively further fair housing. However, special attention is paid to those
sites identified to accommodate a portion of the City’s lower-income RHNA to ensure that the City
is thinking carefully about how the development of new affordable housing options can promote
patterns of equality and inclusiveness.
The City examined the opportunity area map prepared by HCD and TCAC (Figure 26). The
opportunity area map identifies areas in every region of the state whose characteristics have been
shown by research to support positive economic, educational, and health outcomes for low-income
families—particularly long-term outcomes for children.
Using the statewide opportunity area map and indicators of segregation, displacement risk, and
access to opportunity as overlays to the City’s sites inventory, the City was able to identify if the
sites identified in the inventory to accommodate the lower-income Regional Housing Need Allocation
(RHNA) affirmatively further fair housing and combat any existing identified patterns. The sites
identified to meet the lower-income RHNA are distributed across the City and are located primarily
in areas adjacent to transportation facilities and around activity centers. The largest concentration
of sites is located near Downtown San Jacinto, where focused investment is deeply needed to
stimulate revitalization of the City’s historic center. There are no areas of high or highest opportunity
in the City; instead, there are areas of low opportunity and areas of high segregation and high
poverty. The City is commitment to promoting the development of more affordable housing
throughout the City, with a special emphasis on highlighting opportunities for more dense residential
and mixed-use development at vacant sites in or near Downtown San Jacinto. All of the City’s RHNA
is expected to be accommodated at vacant sites, thereby reducing the potential to displace existing
residents currently residing in affordable housing.
The remainder of the sites, identified to meet the City’s moderate- and above-moderate income
needs, are located throughout the City and the introduction of new development, at any income
level, carries the potential to improve an area’s access to opportunity and raise the standard of
living for current and future residents.
Based on a review of the site inventory proposed to accommodate the City’s RHNA, the City finds
that the location of these sites affirmatively furthers fair housing by promoting the development of
new higher density residential and mixed-use projects in vacant areas where new housing is needed
to address existing patterns of overcrowding and overpayment. Moreover, by focusing new
development in areas near concentrations of poverty, the City can help bring investment and
attention to the City’s historic neighborhoods and work proactively with developers of all types of
housing to improve the area and support the City’s housing priorities. The Housing Plan includes
Program 5, General Plan and Development Code Update, which allows for new types of higher-
density residential and mixed-use development in San Jacinto, which would provide for a variety of
housing choices. The updated land use classifications would include residential developments at
densities at and above 30 du/acre. The Housing Plan also include Program 9, Accessory Dwelling
Units to help meet the City’s housing needs for all income levels and also provide a housing resource
for seniors and low- and moderate-income households throughout the entire community, not just in
any single geographic area.
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6C. Analysis of Contributing Factors
Through discussions with stakeholders, fair housing advocates, and the assessment of fair housing
issues, the City identified several factors that contribute to fair housing issues in San Jacinto, as
shown in Table 6-9.
The City has identified the shortage of larger housing units and mobility opportunities to access
services, in addition to access to affordable housing in general, as the primary contributing factors
to fair housing in San Jacinto. The City has included actions to address these factors, as well as the
other issues identified in this assessment, throughout the Housing Element programs and policies.
Programs 18 and 19 have been included to affirmatively further fair housing, per AB 686, and take
meaningful actions that address significant disparities in housing needs and access to opportunities
for all groups protect by state and federal law. Regional coordination efforts outlined in several
programs will ensure that the City furthers patterns of integration and development of affordable
housing in such a way that it will have a positive impact on residents of the city and region.
TABLE 6–9: FAIR HOUSING CONTRIBUTING FACTORS
AFH Identified Fair
Housing Issues Contributing Factors Priority Meaningful Actions
Housing Mobility Location and type of affordable housing High • Program 5
• Program 6
• Program 9
• Program 10
• Program 13
• Program 17
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Encourage Community
Revitalization
Lack of public investments in specific
neighborhoods, including services or amenities
Lack of private investments in specific
neighborhoods
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• Program 5
• Program 17
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Residents from
Displacement
The availability of affordable units in a range of
sizes
Land use and zoning laws
Medium • Program 8
• Program 9
• Program 11
• Program 13
Fair Housing Services
Outreach and Enforcement
Lack of resources for fair housing agencies and
organizations
Medium • Program 18
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "RaceDemographics_BlockGrp_2018."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "RaceDemographics_BlockGrp_2010."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "RaceDemographics_BlockGrp_2018."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "MedianIncome_BlockGrp_2015_19."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "MedianIncome_BlockGrp_2015_19."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources,California Department of Housing and CommunityDevelopment, "DisabilityPopulation_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "DisabilityPopulation_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "FamilyStatus_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "FamilyStatus_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "FamilyStatus_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "FamilyStatus_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "FamilyStatus_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "FamilyStatus_Tract_2015_19."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau's AmericanCommunity Survey (ACS) 2015-2019 5-year estimates,Table(s) B01001. Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau's AmericanCommunity Survey (ACS) 2015-2019 5-year estimates,Table(s) B01001. Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "PredominantPop_HispanicMajority,""PredominantPop_WhiteMajority."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "PredominantPop_AsianMajority,""PredominantPop_HispanicMajority,""PredominantPop_WhiteMajority."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "LowToModerateIncome_BlockGrp."Map date: January 14, 2022.
* HUD's low income group data reflectshouseholds earning up to 50% of AMI, whichequates to the State's definition for the very lowincome group. HUD's moderate income groupdata reflects households earning more than 50%and up to 80% of AMI, which equates to theState's definition for the low income group.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "TCAC_OpportunityAreas_Tract_2021."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "JobsProximityIndex_BlockGrp_2014_17."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "TCAC_OpportunityAreas_Tract_2021."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "TCAC_OpportunityAreas_Tract_2021."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "TCAC_OpportunityAreas_Tract_2021."Map date: January 13, 2022.
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Sources: AFFH Data and Mapping Resources, California Department of Housing and Community Development, "OvercrowdedHouseholds_Tract," and"OvercrowdedHouseholds_Severe_Tract."Map date: January 14, 2022.
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APPENDIX A:
SITE INVENTORY
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Please Start Here, Instructions in Cell
A2, Table in A3:B15 Form Fields
Site Inventory Forms must be submitted to
HCD for a housing element or amendment
adopted on or after January 1, 2021. The
following form is to be used for satisfying
this requirement. To submit the form,
complete the Excel spreadsheet and submit
to HCD at sitesinventory@hcd.ca.gov.
Please send the Excel workbook, not a
scanned or PDF copy of the tables.
General Information
Jurisidiction Name SAN JACINTO
Housing Element Cycle 6th
Contact Information
First Name Travis
Last Name Randel
Title Deputy City Manager
Email trandel@sanjacintoca.gov
Phone (951) 654-7337
Mailing Address
Street Address
595 S San Jacinto
Ave
City San Jacinto
Zip Code 92583
Table A: Housing Element Sites Inventory, Table Starts in Cell A2Jurisdiction NameSite Address/Intersection5 Digit ZIP CodeAssessor Parcel NumberConsolidated SitesGeneral Plan Designation (Current)Zoning Designation (Current)Minimum Density Allowed (units/acre)Max Density Allowed (units/acre)Parcel Size (Acres)Existing Use/VacancyInfrastructure Publicly-Owned Site Status Identified in Last/Last Two Planning Cycle(s)Lower Income CapacityModerate Income CapacityAbove Moderate Income CapacityTotal CapacityOptional Information1Optional Information2Optional Information3SAN JACINTOSAN JACINTOSAN JACINTO
Table B: Candidate Sites Identified to be Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need, Table Starts in Cell A2Jurisdiction NameSite Address/Intersection 5 Digit ZIP CodeAssessor Parcel NumberVery Low-IncomeLow-IncomeModerate-IncomeAbove Moderate-IncomeType of Shortfall Parcel Size(Acres)Current General Plan DesignationCurrent ZoningProposed General Plan (GP) DesignationProposed ZoningMinimum Density Allowed Maximum Density AllowedTotal CapacityVacant/NonvacantDescription of Existing UsesOptional Information1Optional Information2Optional Information3SAN JACINTO433070042 20 10 3 0Shortfall of Sites1.83 CC CN MU MU 10 3633 Vacant VacantSAN JACINTO433070048 97 47 16 0Shortfall of Sites8.94 CC CN MU MU 10 36160 Vacant VacantSAN JACINTO433070049 15830Shortfall of Sites1.40 CC CN MU MU 10 3626 Vacant VacantSAN JACINTO831 N YOUNG 92582 434070002 19930Shortfall of Sites1.72 CC CG MU MU 10 3631 Vacant VacantSAN JACINTO881 N YOUNG 92582 4340700035310Shortfall of Sites0.50 CC CG MU MU 10 369 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Table C: Land Use, Table Starts in A2
Zoning Designation
(From Table A, Column G)General Land Uses Allowed
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APPENDIX B:
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
SUMMARY
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COMMUNITY VISION GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General Plan Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Community Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Outreach Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Advertisement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
WHAT WE HEARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
WORKSHOPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Workshop 1 – Values, Issues, and Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Workshop Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Workshop 2 – Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Workshop Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Workshop 3 – Land Use and Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Workshop Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
POP-UP EVENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Kool August Nights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
DIRECT ENGAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Online Survey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Stakeholder Focus Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
APPENDIX A: DIRECT MAILER
APPENDIX B: WORKSHOP 1 ACTIVITIES
APPENDIX C: WORKSHOP 2 ACTIVITIES
APPENDIX D: WORKSHOP 3 ACTIVITIES
APPENDIX E: POP-UP EVENT ACTIVITIES
APPENDIX F: ONLINE SURVEY RESULTS
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OVERVIEW
GENERAL PLAN UPDATE
The City of San Jacinto (City) is updating the San Jacinto General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report (EIR),
and has prioritized community input as an important guiding force. The General Plan lays out long range goals and
objectives for San Jacinto’s future growth, and is intended to present a realistic vision for the future that serves the
residents’ economic, recreational, and community needs. Bilingual public engagement is a cornerstone of this work.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
The community outreach and public input process are fundamental to the General Plan Update. This process seeks
meaningful and comprehensive feedback from the entire San Jacinto Community, including lower income households
and persons with special needs, helping to ensure the General Plan Update represents a shared vision that the
community will take pride in. Guided by the Community Engagement Plan, the City conducted three rounds of bilingual
community workshops and two pop-up events between February and August 2019. Workshop 1 focused on Visioning,
Workshop 2 on Transportation and Mobility, and Workshop 3 on Land Use and Housing. Pop-up events were hosted in
conjunction with two Kool August Nights summer concert series events. In addition to the in-person activities,
residents were encouraged to complete a bilingual online survey, and the City hosted a set of stakeholder focus groups.
This document summarizes feedback from all of these activities. Approximately 200 people participated in the process,
providing feedback through visually-rich, hands-on activities like Post-it note brainstorming, mapping, visioning,
interactive polling, and comment cards. The appendices include graphic displays of workshop materials and feedback.
OUTREACH OBJECTIVES:
• Conduct an open and transparent process.
• Engage the full spectrum of San Jacinto community members, residents, business owners,
landowners, and other stakeholders in the General Plan Update process; enhance public
awareness of the project and its importance.
• Gather meaningful community input, ideas, and feedback to shape the vision, alternatives,
and policies to be included in the General Plan Update.
• Build a framework to develop community consensus throughout the process.
• Strengthen and expand relationships and trust between the City and community members.
Advertisement
Information for all community events was posted on the Envision San Jacinto | General Plan 2040 website
sanjacinto.generalplan.org, and advertised on social media (Facebook, Instagram, NextDoor). Workshop information
was sent in a mailer to every household in San Jacinto (see Appendix A). If individuals signed up for notifications on
the project website and/or provided their email address at City Hall or previous workshops, they received personal
electronic invitations to subsequent meetings. The City also sent a direct mailer to over 15,000 addresses in English
and Spanish to advertise the project, Visioning Workshops, and direct people to the website for information.
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WHAT WE HEARD
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WHAT WE HEARD
Participants Value:
• Views of the mountains
• Potential for growth
• Affordability
• Recreational and Open Space Amenities
• Sense of community
• Small town feel
• Build employment opportunities
• Address flooding and infrastructure
• Growth opportunities on Main Street
• Maintain & improve existing neighborhoods
• Entertainment and retail options
Opportunities:
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WORKSHOPS
VALUES, ISSUES, AND
OPPORTUNITIES
The first of the three workshops was held on February 21,
2019 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the San Jacinto Community
Center. The focus of this Visioning workshop was to ask
for input from residents on what they value in San Jacinto, what they see as challenges, and what their vision is for the
future of the City.
More than 50 residents attended, providing their comments, questions, and visions for San Jacinto. The workshop was
held in a bilingual environment, with English and Spanish-speaking project team members circulating in the room. An
official translator with headsets was readily available.
The workshop was conducted in an interactive format, which included a presentation, three hands-on activities,
and a discussion. Attendees signed in to the workshop on arriving and received project handouts, comment cards,
and giveaways. The room was set up with long tables, to facilitate interactions. The workshop opened with a brief
presentation introducing the General Plan Update, the outreach process, and a video commemorating the history of
San Jacinto. The workshop then moved into the assets and challenges activity, visioning activity, and mapping activity.
Discussion followed. All input received during Workshop 1 can be found in Appendix B.
Objectives:
• Email announcements sent to:
• Residents and stakeholders in the database
• Western Riverside Council of Governments email distribution
• Hemet/ San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Valley-wide Recreation and Park District
The City used multiple methods to inform community members about the workshop and to encourage participation:
• Inform community members about the General Plan Update purpose, contents, preparation
process, and implementation process.
• Learn from community members:
• What are community assets in San Jacinto?
• What are challenges in San Jacinto?
• How residents envision San Jacinto in 20 years.
• Gather meaningful community input, ideas, and feedback to shape the vision, alternatives,
and policies included in the General Plan Update.
Outreach:
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ACTIVITY 1: TREASURES AND CHALLENGES
During the first hands-on activity, the project team asked participants to identify as many community assets and
community challenges as possible. Attendees wrote one idea per Post-It note and notes were collected, displayed on
flip charts at the front of the room, and categorized by theme. The project team then presented the findings and major
themes from the input.
• Sense of community
• The “small town” feel
• Views of the mountains
Key Assets Include:
• Traffic and transportation issues
• Need for general infrastructure maintenance
• Lack of retail and commercial in the city
Key Challenges Include:
ACTIVITY 2: VISIONING
During Activity 2, participants were asked to think about what they would like to see in San Jacinto in the future. Each
table had a flip chart, and participants chose one person from their table to act as a note taker. Members at each table
then stated in a few words what they would like to see changed, remain the same, or planned for in the future. The note
taker wrote these statements on the flip charts and the project team then asked each table to read a few statements
from their flip charts.
For the second part of the activity, the project team asked
participants to imagine that they were visiting San Jacinto
20 years from now and to draw or write a postcard from
their visit. Participants were encouraged to write or draw
about what they would like to see in San Jacinto in the
future.
• Provide more community programs and services
• Bring in industry and good paying jobs
• More shopping and retail options needed
Key Themes that Emerged:
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Comment Cards
In addition to the activities, participants were encouraged
to write down statements, questions, suggestions, or
feedback on comment cards at and time, and to place
them in a comment card box. Please see Appendix B for
pictures of all the comment cards.
ACTIVITY 3: MAPPING
For Activity 3, each table had large maps of San Jacinto, along with blue and red pens. The project team asked
participants to highlight features of the city that they value and want to remain the same in blue. With the red pen,
participants were asked to highlight areas in the City they think need improvement or extra attention. Please see
Appendix B for all Mapping Activity exhibits.
7Envision San Jacinto 2040 | General Plan Update Community Vision Guideworkshop2TRANSPORTATION
The second workshop was held on March 12, 2019 from
6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the San Jacinto Community Center.
The focus of this workshop was to solicit input from San
Jacinto’s residents about transportation-related issues. Specific topics included: transportation trends, issues of note,
specific locations needing special attention, and ways in which residents might travel around San Jacinto if certain services
were provided.
Approximately 30 residents attended, providing comments, questions, and recommendations for transportation
improvements in San Jacinto. The workshop was held in a bilingual environment, with English and Spanish-speaking
project team members circulating in the room. An official translator with headsets was readily available.
The workshop format included a presentation, a digital activity, two hands-on activities, and a discussion session.
Attendees signed in to the workshop on arriving and received project handouts, comment cards, and giveaways. The
room was set up with long tables, to facilitate interactions. The workshop opened with introductions to the project team,
a brief presentation about that evening’s workshop, and a video commemorating the history of San Jacinto. The workshop
then included several activities, including interactive polling, small group brainstorming, and two mapping. All input
received during Workshop 2 can be found in Appendix C.
• Email announcements sent to:
• Residents and stakeholders in the database
• Western Riverside Council of Governments email distribution
• Hemet/ San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Valley-wide Recreation and Park District
Approximately 30 people attended the workshop. The City used multiple methods to inform community members about
the workshop and to encourage participation, including:
Objectives:
Outreach:
• Inform community members about the General Plan Update purpose, contents, preparation
process, and implementation process.
• Learn from community members:
• What forms of transportation community members take the most.
• Why members use the forms of transportation they do.
• How they would commute if provided with transportation-related services.
• What transportation issues are most important to them.
• Gather meaningful community input, ideas, and feedback to shape the vision, alternatives,
and policies included in the General Plan Update.
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ACTIVITY 1: POLL EVERYWHERE
The first activity used the interactive online platform Poll Everywhere to ask participants questions about transportation
in their community. Questions were displayed on a screen at the front of the room and participants used their mobile
phones to text their responses. Answers appeared on the screen as participants texted, allowing feedback from all
attendees to be visible and encouraging community members to think about a range of issues.
Please refer to Appendix C to see a full recount of questions and feedback.
• If transit is available for your trip but you chose not to take it, why not?
• If you could, would you take transit?
• Would you ride your bike to work if it felt safe and comfortable?
Some Questions Included:
• The most pressing transportation-related issues are potholes, bike lanes, widening of sidewalks,
and more bus routes
• If walking, biking, and taking transit were an option, most of the community
would use these methods of transportation to go to the park
• The main obstacles to using public transportation are the length between
stops and infrequent buses
Key Themes that Emerged:
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ACTIVITY 2: BRAINSTORM
For Activity 2, participants were asked the question “What transportation issues are you most concerned about in your
city?” and responses were recorded on flip charts next to each table. The project team asked participants to choose one
person from their table to be a note taker, then brainstorm answers as the note taker wrote them down. The project
team asked each table to vote on its top two issues and report back to the entire group.
• Addressing potholes, sidewalks, and bike lanes are infrastructure priorities
• Accessibility in and out of the city and sidewalk maintenance
Key Themes that Emerged:
The second part of the brainstorming activity asked participants, “Are there specific locations where transportation-
related issues need to be addressed and improved in the City?” The flip charts remained in front of each table, and
participants again chose one person from their table to be a note taker and brainstormed their answers as the note taker
wrote them down. The project team asked each table to vote on the two most important locations for special attention
and to report back to the entire group. Key themes that emerged included improvements at the 5 points roundabout and
San Jacinto Avenue. Please refer to Appendix C to see all comments received.
ACTIVITY 3: MAPPING
The mapping activity consisted of two parts, one focusing
on where participants live, work, and play, and the other
on where they would walk, bike, or take transit if given the
opportunity.
Each table was provided with a large, regional map of
San Jacinto extending as far as Mission Viejo, Redlands,
Murrieta, and Los Angeles. Using blue, red, and green
stickers, participants were asked to place on the map
where they live, where they work, and where they go
for entertainment. One major theme that emerged from
this activity were that many people both work and seek
entertainment outside of San Jacinto.
The second part of the Mapping activity asked participants
to identify where they would walk, bike, or take a bus in
San Jacinto if given the opportunity using stickers in the
shape of their preferred mode of transportation. Please
refer to Appendix D for pictures of the maps.
Comment Cards
In addition to the activities, participants were encouraged
to write down statements, questions, suggestions, or
feedback on comment cards at and time, and to place
them in a comment card box. Please see Appendix B for
pictures of all the comment cards.
10Envision San Jacinto 2040 | General Plan Update Community Vision Guideworkshop3LAND USE AND
HOUSING
The third round of community workshops was held on March 28, 2019 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the San Jacinto
Community Center. The focus of the workshop was to solicit input from San Jacinto’s residents about land use and
housing. Specific input was focused on community members’ priorities about home maintenance, affordability, housing
availability, and community perspectives on how the City should grow and develop in the future in key Focus Areas.
Approximately 50 residents attended, providing their comments, questions, and recommendations for housing solutions
and land use planning. The workshop was held in a bilingual environment, with English and Spanish-speaking project
team members circulating in the room. An official translator with headsets was readily available. The project team
conducted the workshop in an interactive and informative format, including a brief presentation, a digital activity, two
hands-on activities, and discussion. Attendees signed in to the workshop on arriving and received project handouts,
comment cards, and giveaways. The room was set up with long tables, to facilitate interactions. The workshop opened
with introductions to the project team, a brief presentation about the role of land use and housing in the General Plan,
the General Plan process, and a video commemorating the history of San Jacinto.
The workshop then transitioned into a Poll Everywhere activity. This included an overview of housing and development
trends in San Jacinto and in the broader region. Attendees participated in the Poll Everywhere activity, then were split
into two groups to participate in a brainstorming activity focused on housing solutions, as well as a Focus Area mapping
activity. Both groups had equal opportunity to engage in both activities. All input received during Workshop 3 can be
found in Appendix D.
• Email announcements sent to:
• Residents and stakeholders in the database
• Western Riverside Council of Governments email distribution
• Hemet/ San Jacinto Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Valley-wide Recreation and Park District
Approximately 50 people attended the workshop. The City used multiple methods to inform community members about
the workshop and to encourage participation, including:
Objectives:
Outreach:
• Inform community members about the General Plan Update purpose, contents, preparation
process, and implementation process
• Learn from community members:
• Priority areas for development in San Jacinto
• Preferred types of development in San Jacinto
• Solutions to priorities relating to housing
• Gather meaningful community input, ideas, and feedback to shape the vision, and policies
included in the General Plan Update
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ACTIVITY 1: POLL EVERYWHERE
Activity 1 used the interactive online platform, Poll Everywhere, to ask questions about housing and land use in San
Jacinto. Questions were displayed on a screen at the front of the room and participants used their mobile phones to
text their responses. Answers appeared on the screen as participants texted, allowing feedback from all attendees to be
visible and encouraging community members to think about a range of issues.
• On a sliding scale, to what extent should the City prioritize housing for seniors?
• On a sliding scale, to what extent should the City prioritize offering housing for people with
special needs?
• On a sliding scale, to what extent should the City prioritize home maintenance of existing
housing in your community?
Some Questions Included:
• The most agreed upon priority for the City is to address homelessness
• Residents somewhat agree that the City should prioritize housing for people with special needs
Key Themes that Emerged:
• Half of the participants somewhat agree that there is a range of housing options in San Jacinto
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Please refer to Appendix D to see all solutions offered.
ACTIVITY 2B: HOUSING ELEMENT SOLUTIONS BRAINSTORM
For Activity 2b, participants revisited the priorities from the first Poll Everywhere activity. During the workshop,
the project team identified the top priorities for housing which included Code Enforcement, Overcrowding, and
Homelessness. Three project team members facilitated a group brainstorming activity to identify a list of solutions to
each priority. The project team wrote solutions on flip charts at individual tables and then reported back to the broader
group.
• Balanced land uses are a possible solution to overcrowding
• Encouraging volunteer programs for city maintenance can be beneficial to code enforcement
• Planning for more affordable housing is a potential solution to homelessness
Key Themes that Emerged:
Four maps with different focus areas were placed
in different areas of the room with the following
designations: Focus Area 1- Gateway, Focus Area 2-
Downtown, Focus Area 3- Ramona Expressway East,
and Outside Focus Area Preferences. Participants placed
their stickers with corresponding land uses on each map,
designating where they envision different land uses in
different parts of San Jacinto.
ACTIVITY 2A: FOCUS AREAS
For Activity 2a, participants familiarized themselves with a series of photos related to land uses, and then used stickers
assigned to the land uses to designate on three separate focus areas and where they thought the land uses were most
appropriate. A fourth map included areas not covered in the focus areas on the other 3 maps. Land uses were separated
into the following categories: Estate/Rural Residential, Traditional Single-Family, Duplex and Triplex, Townhome and
Multifamily Homes, General Commercial, Experience Commercial, Employment Centers, and Civic Uses.
• How will civic uses fit into the future of San Jacinto?
• What types of employment/commercial uses do you envision for the future?
• What types of housing choices should be available and where should they go?
Participants were encouraged to consider the following:
Comment Cards
In addition to the activities, participants were encouraged to write down statements, questions, suggestions, or feedback
on comment cards at and time, and to place them in a comment card box. Please see Appendix B for pictures of all the
comment cards.
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1&2
POP-UP EVENTS
KOOL AUGUST
NIGHTS
One effective way of ensuring that the entire community
is engaged in the process is meeting people where they
already are. This means participating in existing community
events or at well-used public locations to allow provide to
provide input in a comfortable environment, and on their
own terms.
For Envision San Jacinto, the project team hosted two
pop-up events in conjunction with the Kool August Nights
concert series. Events occurred on August 14 and 28, 2019,
from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Estudillo Mansion. The pop-
ups were designed to solicit creative feedback from event
attendees, and to raise awareness about the Envision San
Jacinto project.
The project team set up a booth and hosted three activities. The first asked attendees to answer the question “In 2040,
I envision San Jacinto as...” on a small white board, and then pose for a Polaroid picture. Polaroids were then posted
to a board at the booth. For the second activity, a word cloud in the shape of a heart was compiled from previous
community input, and printed on a large board. Attendees were then asked to write what they love about San Jacinto in
the space around the word cloud. The third activity asked attendees to identify what San Jacinto should prioritize as it
plans for the future. Options included parks and open space, community health, transportation, housing, safety, retail &
entertainment, biking and walking, economic growth and job creation.
More details on input received during the pop-up workshops can be found in Appendix E.
Objectives:
Because the goal of this event was to gather input from residents where they already were, advertising for this event was
conducted in conjunction with advertising for Kool August Nights, during workshops, and by word-of-mouth.
• Continue to raise awareness about the General Plan Update
• Learn from community members:
• How do residents envision San Jacinto in 2040?
• What do community members love about San Jacinto?
• What should the City prioritize as it plans for the future?
Outreach:
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IN 2040 I ENVISION SAN JACINTO AS...
Attendees were asked to envision San Jacinto in 2040 A number of major themes emerged from this activity, including
improved safety, low levels of homelessness, increased opportunities for recreation, and high quality education.
• Improving parks and recreational opportunities
• Addressing homelessness
• Improving safety
Key Themes that Emerged:
WHAT I LOVE ABOUT SAN JACINTO
Attendees were asked to identify things they love about San Jacinto. A number of major themes emerged from this
activity, including mountains, parks, concerts, small-town feel, family, people, and community.
• Small-Town Feel
• Parks
• Mountains
Key Themes that Emerged:
• Family
WHAT SHOULD SAN JACINTO PRIORITIZE?
Attendees were asked to rank which important issues San Jacinto should prioritize. Issues included parks and open space,
community health, transportation, housing, safety, retail and entertainment, biking and walking, and economic growth
and job creation.
• Economic Growth and Job Creation
• Parks and Open Space
• Safety
Top Issues Identified:
• Biking and Walking
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DIRECT ENGAGEMENT
ONLINE SURVEY
In order to capture as much input from the community as
possible, including input from those who may not have
participated in in-person engagement opportunities, the
project team designed an online survey that was open to
all and available throughout the outreach phase of the
project. Full survey results can be found in Appendix E.
Survey Question Topic Examples:
84
peopleengaged
16
questionsasked 10
monthssurvey op e n
• Housing choices and home ownership • Quality of life and satisfaction with San
Jacinto as a place to live, work, bring friends.
• Traffic flow and street maintenance• Police, fire, and emergency services
• Activities for youth and seniors
• Availability of daily goods and services
• Parks and recreation
• Community health
• Jobs and economics• Development
• Shops, restaurants, and entertainment
Some Major Themes
• A majority of respondents own their home and work outside the City
• A majority of respondents rate the quality of life in the city as good or fair
• Respondents were somewhat or very satisfied with first responder services and traffic flow,
and were mixed or somewhat dissatisfied with parks and recreation, availability of daily goods,
activities for seniors, street maintenance and the City’s physical appearance
• Respondents were generally somewhat satisfied or mixed on community health related issues
including air, water, and food quality
• Many respondents would like to see more shops, restaurants, entertainment, and jobs in the City
• Respondents prioritized attracting more shops and restaurants, maintaining safety and
community character, and improving existing housing and neighborhoods as development related
items that should be addressed in the General Plan.
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STAKEHOLDER FOCUS GROUPS
The project team organized a set of stakeholder interviews to facilitate a focused discussion around important issues in
the community. Two focus groups were held on August 14, 2019, one focusing on the local development community,
and the other on community health and wellness. Discussions were guided by a set of interview questions focusing on
successes, challenges, needs, and best practices.
Some Major Themes
• Mental health, homelessness, and equity should be addressed along with physical health.
• Health and nutrition are vital for creating opportunities for success for students. Scholarships,
greater access to facilities for lunch programs, and community partnerships are some ways to
support programs that are already successful in the community.
• Recreational facilities should be a focus. Larger parks and maintained walking trails support
more physical activity.
Local Development Community
Participants in the local development community focus group included representatives from organizations including
Cooper Development, Kellar Williams, KZ Companies, Lee & Associates, Rich Development, and SVN. Following are some
major themes that came out of the discussion.
Some Major Themes
• Opportunity may exist in the future for larger “big-box” retail such as Lowes, Home Depot, and
Target, but will be dependent on housing and socioeconomic factors.
• Streamlining of California Environmental Quality Act process would help to reduce CEQA abuses.
• Addressing education and safety challenges will be important for commercial growth.
• Smaller industrial development (3,000 - 4,000 square foot units) could present an opportunity
for growth in service-type businesses, which would perform well in San Jacinto.
Community Health and Wellness
Participants in the local development community focus group included representatives from organizations including
Mount San Jacinto College, San Jacinto Unified School District, National Alliance on Mental Illness - Mt. San Jacinto, and
the Riverside University Health System - Public Health, and Valley-Wide Recreation & Park District.
• Addressing environmental quality, especially related to agricultural chemicals, is important.
• Tobacco control is an important consideration.
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Appendix A: Workshop Direct Mailer
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Appendix B: Workshop 1 Activities
Activity 1: Assets and Challenges
Idea Assets Challenges Visions
Quality of Life •Views
•Like the mountain
views (6)
•Very quiet town
•I live in a newer
area which is nice
•It is tranquil
•Family environment
•I love looking at the
mountains with
snow, and when its
green its beautiful I
love San Jacinto
•Value public safety
and beauty of
region
•Pure air
•Proximity to
mountains and lakes
•Family + cost of
living + future
growth
•Close to mountains
•The beauty of the
natural
environment
•The geography of
the mountains
•Industry
•Historic landmarks
•Historic Buildings (2)
•Agricultural history
•History of San
Jacinto Valley
•History of the area
•Crime (6)
•More police officers
•More law
enforcement
•Drug abuse by
residents
•Inadequate police
force
•Drugs/Meth
•Challenges to
public safety
because homeless
and crime exist
•Need for family
entertainment
•Water park (2)
•Good restaurants
(2)
•Need for weed
abatement
•More police
presence
•Need a safe
community for
all
•Family safety a
priority
Community •People
•Involved community
•No entertainment
theatre
•Lack of activities
for kids
•Community
programs for
youth
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•The people are
really nice
•Community leaders
care
•Community
•The stores have
really nice people
that work in there
•The people are so
nice I feel safe
•Sense of community
•Small town feel (2)
•Oldtown San Jacinto
•Semi-rural
•Semi-rural without
being too far out
•Not a big city
•No Summer
programs for kids
•Limited
entertainment
•Lack of Boys and
Girls Club
•Lack of community
level identity
•More senior
services
•Community
activities
•Better access
•More
cooperation
from the city and
less red tape
•More interaction
between city
officials,
community
members, and
churches
Parks, Open Space,
and Cultural Amenities
•Parks/Recreation
infrastructure
•Recreation
opportunities on
South Mountain
•City parks valley
wide
•Parks
•Outdoor recreation
possibilities
•Outdoor recreation
•Open spaces (2)
•Solid churches
•I like going to the
churches because
people are happy
•Community College
(2)
•Agriculture (3)
•Diversity
•Community lifestyle
•Community events
•A lot of non-profit
groups that help the
community
•Landscaping
•Clean
neighborhoods
•Gentrify Main
Street
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Growth Opportunities •Stay because of
future growth
•Future opportunities
•City has potential to
grow in a positive
move
•Downtown potential
•Value potential
•Growing job base
•No Trader Joes
•Not enough
shopping choices
•Downtown poor
mix of businesses
•Lack of shopping
too many stores
•Lack of shopping
opportunities (2)
•Lack of choice in
grocery stores and
food
•Retail
opportunities
•Lack of
Restaurants (4)
•Burst of growth
due to
development
•Right sizing
General Plan with
mid-county
parkway
•Sustainable
Growth
•Downtown
revitalization
•Strict zoning
•Need a Costco
(3)
•Trader Joes (3)
•Sam’s Club
•Need better
shopping
•Expand local
businesses
•Need hardware
stores
•More healthy
food options
•Medical/hospital
Housing and
Neighborhoods
•Moved here because
its more affordable
than Temecula
•Housing prices
•Affordable housing
(2)
•Cost of housing
reason for move
•Housing prices are
reasonable
•Housing Costs
•Moved here for job
and low-cost
housing
•Homeless problems
(5)
•Transients
•City needs address
the homeless
•Blighted
neighborhoods
•Vacant buildings
•Keep yards clean of
debris
•Potholes
•Upkeeping (2)
•Need to plant
more trees
•Employ homeless
•Cleanup trash
and shopping
carts left by
homeless
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•Old business owners
are the ones doing
the upkeep
•Too many
beautiful homes
need work
•Lack of pride in
homes
•Old business owners
not doing upkeep
•Code enforcement
regarding trash on
yards
Infrastructure •No congestion •Lack of sidewalks
•Poor water and
stormwater
management
•Street flooding (2)
•Drainage
•Poor drainage and
road upkeep, low
bid = low quality
•Need to be careful
with water
•Street
maintenance
•Traffic control
•Need stormwater
catchment system
•Lighting
•Well-lit
•Modern city with
small town
charm – roads,
infrastructure,
etc.
•Gas station on
Ramona
Expressway and
Gilman Springs
Rd.
•More street lights
•Widen Gilman
Springs Road
and Ramona
Expressway
•Gas Stations
•Maintain smaller
community
•More lighting
•Rapid
transportation
•Public
transportation
Education •I value cultural and
educational events I
can attend
•Uneducated
workforce
•Not too many
schools
•Lack of language
education
programs
•Need more
higher education
programs
•We have great
schools
•Expand college
programs
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Jobs & Economy •Lack of median-
income jobs
•Good paying jobs
•Keeping our
children home
when they
graduate
•Low
socioeconomics
•Attracting
potential
employers
•Lack of upper
income providing
jobs
•Lack of tech jobs
•Retention of local
skilled workforce
•Lack of local work
•High property
taxes
•Unequal taxation
of districts in the
city
•Not enough paying
for fair share of
taxes
•Industry for jobs:
money and tax
based
•Economic
opportunity wages
–commercial
growth, not
enough DOER
•
• Small business
development
•More
opportunity
•Keep people in
the city by giving
more
opportunity for
development
•Bring in industry
and good paying
jobs
•More small
business
•More corporate
business/jobs
•Thriving
economy
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ACTIVITY 2: VISIONING - Post Cards
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ACTIVITY 3: MAPPING
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COMMENT CARDS
THEMES
•Safety (3)
•Sustained economy (2)
•Support business development (2)
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Appendix C: Workshop 2 Activities
ACTIVITY 1: POLL EVERYWHERE
Question 1: Do you work…
Question 2: Do you seek entertainment options…
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Question 3: Would you ride your bike to work if it felt safe and comfortable?
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Question 4: If transit is available for your trip but you choose not to take it, why not?
Question 5: What activities would you walk, bike, or take transit to if it were an option?
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Question 6: Have you ever, or would you ever try ridesharing services like Uber and LYFT?
Question 7: What transportation issues need to be addressed in San Jacinto?
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ACTIVITY 2: BRAINSTORMING
Q1: What transportation issues are you most concerned about in your City?
Infrastructure
•Sidewalks (2)
•Potholes
•Flooding (2)
•Sidewalks- lack of gutters
•Sidewalk routes
•Traffic caused by drainage impacts and roadway conditions
•Parking in general
•Sidewalk maintenance like street sweeping
•Roadway conditions
•Poor street lighting
•No crosswalks
Service
•Transportation for people with disabilities
•ADA improvements (2)
•Transit connection especially from downtown to the casino
•Bike Share
•Scooter share
•Bike lanes added
•Shuttle through downtown
•Covered bus stops
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•Wait time at bus stops
•Not enough bike lanes, add as communities grow
•Lack of bike lanes
•Lack of bus stops
Access
•Access in and out of the city
•Access to 10
•Ingress/Egress - access
Lighting
•Dark lighting
•Traffic lighting timing
Maintenance
•Homeless Carts
•Safety
Safety (2)
•Bikes going against traffic
•Accidents block roadways
•Accidents
•Hwy 79 crashes and detours
•Safe commute to schools
•Safety - wider roads, police presence, demarcation on the road
•Bike and pedestrian collisions
•Merging lanes, unprotected left traffic merging lane
Traffic
•Congestion on Commonwealth and Menlo
•Traffic congestion
•Round-about- traffic at 5:00 p.m.
•Traffic due to growing city
•High traffic areas
Q2: Are there specific locations where transportation related issues need to be
addressed and improved in the City?
•San Jacinto Avenue/SJUSD
•North State Street - potholes
•Soboba Road
•Hewitt/Park Ave
•Potter Road/Record Road
•Hewitt/Menlo
•Commonwealth
•Palm/Esplanade - fast running stop signs
•7th between Hewitt and Mountain
•Lyon/ Cottonwood - No sidewalk
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•San Jacinto- entire stretch needs re-paving
•Arroyo/Esplanade Lighting
•5 points
•Warren and Esplanade
•Cottonwood and Cawston
•Entire stretch of Main St.
•Hewitt between Main and Esplanade
•Commonwealth by the school
•Ramona Blvd
•7th Expressway is narrow
•Widening of Soboba Road
•Ramona Blvd./Lyon due to flooding
•Sanderson/Ramona due to flooding
•Cottonwood/Warren due to flooding
•Widening of Warren
•5 points
•Esplanade at Hewitt going East bound to turn North, left lane needs to be longer
•Gillman Springs Rd.
•Downtown parking
•San Jacinto Avenue and Idyllwild
•5 points needs controlled left turns
•San Jacinto avenue and Shaver have no left turn lane
•Esplanade by Valley wide, the lane ends at park
•Where Ramona Expressway changes to Mountain Avenue
ACTIVITY 3: MAPPING
Regional Map
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San Jacinto Maps
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Appendix D: Workshop 3 Activities
ACTIVITY 1: POLL EVERYWHERE
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ACTIVITY 2: FOCUS AREAS
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ACTIVITY 3: SOLUTIONS
GROUP 1:
Homeless:
•Determine why Homeless *
•Shelters- Legitimate need
•Mental Health Resources *
•Enforcement where needed
•Temporary Housing
•
Code Enforcement:
•Enforcement
o Fines- abandoned Items (sofas, mattresses)
•Neighborhood Watch/ Citizen Group
o Consider how they report / what happens then?
•Resale Review- Check Conditions on sale - enforcement before approval
Overcrowding:
•Not allowing more than one family to live in single family
•Properly plan housing
•Properly planning terms and conditions
GROUP 2:
Homeless:
•Augment current solutions:
o Valley Restart
•Create Center to address Various Issues
o Drugs
o Mental health
o Awareness - how do we advert/find funds
o Community coming together to help veterans
•Veteran Stand-down
•Command services
•Address common problems
•Address Hyenine
Code Enforcement:
•Consider both Commercial and Residential
•Enforce Code Enforcement
o Volunteers to help do maintenance
•Knowing the Code
o Having it available
o People don’t know they are in Violation
•Solvang
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•Classes on Lower Maintenance Landscape
Overcrowding:
•Don’t control
•Not overcrowded
•Transportation that makes sense
o More lands, proper streets, ingress and egress
o This is worse when you have to get somewhere
•Balance of uses, commercial residential ok
•Proper infrastructure
GROUP 3:
Homeless:
•Partner w/ regional partners on solutions
•Immediate plan for local cities
•Wrap around services
•Mental health/drugs assistance
•Riverbed camps
•Code enforcement for homeless
•Participate in point-in-time count
•Job opportunities
•Increasing
•Fix abandoned housing
•Create homeless program
o Work for city, provide input, get involved
•Help them clean up messes plus their art
•Mental health counseling
•Work programs
•Designated areas where they can go
•Common /communal place to bathe and get services
•Hire more officers
•Increase code enforcement
•Incentives for good home maintenance (rather than gift cards or tickets)
•Check on number of vehicles
•Weeds
•Increase home ownership pride
•More organized cleanup
•Hire the homeless to help cleanup
•Youth work program
Code Enforcement:
•Trash- vacant lots, fast food places, large property
•Accessible free dump
•Cheap repercussions for illegal dumbing
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•City codes- test if they are clearer to residents
•Grants for improvements
•Help for seniors
•Inspect roofs in senior parks
o Water damage, black mold
Overcrowding:
•What overcrowding?
GROUP 4:
Homelessness:
•Educate on existing resources
•Outreach to share about resources
•Mental health services
•How San Jacinto connects with the county plan to address homelessness
•Affordable housing
•Services to assist seniors
•Apply for state funding
•Homelessness task force
•What are the resources/ are there shelters?
•Shelters- not enough
•Relationship between shelter and immediate neighborhood
•Mental health and police partnership on the ground
Code Enforcement:
•What is the code?
•outreach /clarification of what is in the code
•Weed abatement in open fields
•Addressing dumping
•Absentee landlords
•Code Enforcement
•Educate /clarify on what the code is
•Pro-active code enforcement
•Holding home and land owners on a round table
•Homeless groups doing clean up
•For vacant properties, realtors need to be accountable
•Info/water bill for renters
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COMMENT CARDS:
•Respectfully, City employees could learn to pronounce the name of their City Properly
•I love the weather and the small town feeling. In 2040 atmosphere will have changed
and no longer be a small town.
•I want San Jacinto to be Clean, Beautiful, and Safe”
•Over populated & Under Funded (sadly). Our current Roads are in Horrible Shape.
Crime will unfortunately increase. State Funds will be Minimal. Rodol Pos will Expand. I
love living here, however, over the past 14 years we seem to be headed in the wrong
direction. Thank you for this valuable session and opportunity to participate.
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Appendix E: Pop-Up Activity Results
San Jacinto Should Prioritize:
Priority Count
Safety 33
Parks and Open Spaces 23
Economic Growth and Job Creation 17
Biking and Walking 14
Community Health 14
Housing 14
Retail and Entertainment 12
Transportation 10
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What I Love About San Jacinto:
Priority Count
Mountains (4) 4
The parks (4) 4
Concerts (3) 3
Small town (3) 3
Family (2) 2
People (2) 2
Community (2) 2
People helping the homeless (2) 2
Old houses 1
Beautiful landscaping 1
Walmart 1
School 1
ALDIs 1
Lower Taxes 1
The swings at the parks 1
Small community 1
Safe 1
Mountain biking 1
Pine trees on State Street 1
Quiet 1
Old school Halloween nights 1
Gym 1
Nice venues 1
Peaceful 1
Home 1
It’s an amazing city, I love the valley 1
Relaxing 1
Love the valley 1
Community oriented 1
Friendly 1
My happy place 1
Sunset 1
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In 2040, I envision San Jacinto as:
Priority Count
Waterpark (4) 4
Safety (2) 2
Tons of fun 1
Transportation 1
Bike Trail 1
No homelessness 1
Low homelessness 1
Public Education 1
Environment 1
#1 city 1
Community oriented 1
Main St. 1
Possible 1
Help animals 1
Streets 1
Thriving 1
Parks 1
Concealed 1
Helping homeless 1
Best place 1
Grandkids 1
Amusement parks 1
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Appendix F: Online Survey Results
86.90%73
9.52%8
3.57%3
Q1 Do you live in San Jacinto?
Answered: 84 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 84
Yes, I live in
the City
No, I live in
another City
No, I live in
the...
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Yes, I live in the City
No, I live in another City
No, I live in the unincorporated area in the vicinity of San Jacinto
1 / 29
San Jacinto Visioning Survey
16.67%14
22.62%19
10.71%9
10.71%9
29.76%25
9.52%8
Q2 How long have you lived in San Jacinto?
Answered: 84 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 84
<2 years
2-5 years
6-10 years
11-15 years
15+ years
Don't live in
San Jacinto
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
<2 years
2-5 years
6-10 years
11-15 years
15+ years
Don't live in San Jacinto
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77.38%65
11.90%10
3.57%3
7.14%6
Q3 Do you:
Answered: 84 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 84
Own your home
Rent your home
Live with
family/friends
Don't live in
San Jacinto
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Own your home
Rent your home
Live with family/friends
Don't live in San Jacinto
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4.76%4
11.90%10
9.52%8
20.24%17
53.57%45
Q4 Do you work in San Jacinto?
Answered: 84 Skipped: 0
TOTAL 84
Yes, I own my
own business
Yes, I work
for someone...
No, I am a
student
No, I am
retired
No, I work in:
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Yes, I own my own business
Yes, I work for someone else
No, I am a student
No, I am retired
No, I work in:
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2.90%2
43.48%30
42.03%29
11.59%8
Q5 How would you rate the quality of life in San Jacinto?
Answered: 69 Skipped: 15
TOTAL 69
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
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5.80%4
44.93%31
31.88%22
17.39%12
Q6 How do you feel about the way San Jacinto has changed over time?
Answered: 69 Skipped: 15
TOTAL 69
Very satisfied
Somewhat
satisfied
Somewhat
dissatisfied
Very
dissatisfied
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Very satisfied
Somewhat satisfied
Somewhat dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied
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Q7 Please rate your level of satisfaction on a scale from 1-5 (1- very
satisfied, 2- somewhat satisfied, 3- mixed, 4-somewhat dissatisfied, 5-
very dissatisfied, N/A- No Opinion) with the following:
Answered: 68 Skipped: 16
San Jacinto as
a place to...
San Jacinto as
a place to...
San Jacinto as
a place to...
San Jacinto's
physical...
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physical...
Traffic flow
in and throu...
Maintenance of
streets:
Fire services:
Emergency
medical...
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Police
services:
Activities for
youth:
Activities for
seniors:
Community
gatherings a...
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13.64%
9
24.24%
16
40.91%
27
19.70%
13
1.52%
1
66
2.71
1.49%
1
8.96%
6
20.90%
14
40.30%
27
28.36%
19
67
3.85
10.29%
7
16.18%
11
13.24%
9
57.35%
39
2.94%
2
68
3.26
4.41%
3
13.24%
9
33.82%
23
47.06%
32
1.47%
1
68
3.28
13.43%
9
38.81%
26
32.84%
22
13.43%
9
1.49%
1
67
2.51
5.97%
4
23.88%
16
23.88%
16
41.79%
28
4.48%
3
67
3.15
25.37%
17
37.31%
25
8.96%
6
4.48%
3
23.88%
16
67
2.64
1 - Very Satisfied 2 - Somewhat Satisfied 3 - Mixed
4 - Somewhat Dissatisfied 5 - N/A
Availability
of daily goo...
Existing parks
and recreati...
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
1 - VERY
SATISFIED
2 - SOMEWHAT
SATISFIED
3 -
MIXED
4 - SOMEWHAT
DISSATISFIED
5 - N/A TOTAL WEIGHTED
AVERAGE
San Jacinto as a place to live:
San Jacinto as a place to work:
San Jacinto as a place to bring
your out-of-town friends to visit:
San Jacinto's physical
appearance:
Traffic flow in and through the
City:
Maintenance of streets:
Fire services:
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16.67%
11
37.88%
25
7.58%
5
10.61%
7
27.27%
18
66
2.94
21.21%
14
27.27%
18
22.73%
15
13.64%
9
15.15%
10
66
2.74
7.58%
5
13.64%
9
25.76%
17
27.27%
18
25.76%
17
66
3.50
3.03%
2
16.67%
11
16.67%
11
24.24%
16
39.39%
26
66
3.80
4.55%
3
15.15%
10
31.82%
21
24.24%
16
24.24%
16
66
3.48
10.77%
7
27.69%
18
23.08%
15
33.85%
22
4.62%
3
65
2.94
7.69%
5
27.69%
18
29.23%
19
32.31%
21
3.08%
2
65
2.95
Emergency medical services:
Police services:
Activities for youth:
Activities for seniors:
Community gatherings and
events:
Availability of daily goods and
services:
Existing parks and recreation
facilities:
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Q8 Rate the health of your community on a scale from 1 to 5 (1- very
satisfied, 2- somewhat satisfied, 3- mixed, 4- somewhat dissatisfied, 5-
very dissatisfied, N/A- No Opinion) with the following:
Answered: 68 Skipped: 16
Air quality
Water quality
Traffic noise
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Smells & odors
Access to
healthy food
Quality of food
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14.93%
10
53.73%
36
14.93%
10
10.45%
7
4.48%
3
1.49%
1
67
18.18%
12
33.33%
22
21.21%
14
16.67%
11
7.58%
5
3.03%
2
66
34.33%
23
31.34%
21
19.40%
13
11.94%
8
1.49%
1
1.49%
1
67
14.71%
10
22.06%
15
23.53%
16
19.12%
13
16.18%
11
4.41%
3
68
13.24%
9
25.00%
17
23.53%
16
29.41%
20
7.35%
5
1.47%
1
68
13.43%
9
31.34%
21
26.87%
18
19.40%
13
8.96%
6
0.00%
0
67
5.88%
4
41.18%
28
25.00%
17
16.18%
11
11.76%
8
0.00%
0
68
17.65%
12
36.76%
25
33.82%
23
5.88%
4
5.88%
4
0.00%
0
68
Very Satisfied Somewhat Satisfied Mixed Somewhat Dissatisfied
Very Dissatisfied N/A - No Opinion
Opportunities
for physical...
Traffic
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
VERY
SATISFIED
SOMEWHAT
SATISFIED
MIXED SOMEWHAT DISSATISFIED VERY
DISSATISFIED
N/A - NO
OPINION
TOTAL
Air quality
Water quality
Traffic noise
Smells & odors
Access to healthy
food
Quality of food
Opportunities for
physical activity
Traffic
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74.14%43
74.14%43
53.45%31
18.97%11
15.52%9
41.38%24
Q9 What would you like to see more of in San Jacinto? (Pick up to three)
Answered: 58 Skipped: 26
Shops
Restaurants
Entertainment/
cultural...
Variety of
housing choices
Parks/recreatio
n
Jobs
Public
gathering...
Medical
services
Bike Lanes
Walking
Paths/Trails
Equestrian
facilities
Recognition of
cultural or...
Public transit
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Shops
Restaurants
Entertainment/ cultural facilities
Variety of housing choices
Parks/recreation
Jobs
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15.52%9
20.69%12
12.07%7
36.21%21
3.45%2
8.62%5
12.07%7
Total Respondents: 58
Public gathering places
Medical services
Bike Lanes
Walking Paths/Trails
Equestrian facilities
Recognition of cultural or historic resources
Public transit
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55.00%33
35.00%21
18.33%11
46.67%28
21.67%13
38.33%23
10.00%6
21.67%13
10.00%6
10.00%6
Q10 What types of jobs or industries should San Jacinto try to attract?
(Pick up to three)
Answered: 60 Skipped: 24
Retail and
sales
Medical
Professional:
Accountants,...
Hi-tech Jobs:
Biotech,...
Service
Industries a...
"Green"
industries
Energy
production
Manufacturing
Transportation/
Warehousing
Other (please
specify)
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Retail and sales
Medical
Professional: Accountants, Lawyers, etc.
Hi-tech Jobs: Biotech, Computers, etc.
Service Industries and Trades- Construction, Electricians, Plumbing, etc.
"Green" industries
Energy production
Manufacturing
Transportation/Warehousing
Other (please specify)
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Total Respondents: 60
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Q11 Rank the priority of the General Plan addressing the following
development-related issues on a scale of 1 to 5. (1 - Very Important, 2 -
Important, 3 - Somehwat Important, 4 - Low Importance, and 5 - Not
Important)
Answered: 60 Skipped: 24
Retain
community's...
Economic
growth/job...
Attract shops
and restaurants
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Expand Housing
Choices
Improve
existing...
Improve the
overall road...
Make
walking/biki...
Preserve
scenic views
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Preserve and
protect...
Maintain the
City's...
Maintain a
high level o...
Maintain
public safet...
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33.90%
20
23.73%
14
27.12%
16
13.56%
8
1.69%
1
59
2.25
62.71%
37
25.42%
15
10.17%
6
1.69%
1
0.00%
0
59
1.51
68.97%
40
20.69%
12
10.34%
6
0.00%
0
0.00%
0
58
1.41
24.56%
14
28.07%
16
28.07%
16
8.77%
5
10.53%
6
57
2.53
64.41%
38
23.73%
14
10.17%
6
1.69%
1
0.00%
0
59
1.49
50.85%
30
37.29%
22
10.17%
6
1.69%
1
0.00%
0
59
1.63
35.59%
21
30.51%
18
20.34%
12
11.86%
7
1.69%
1
59
2.14
48.28%
28
24.14%
14
18.97%
11
8.62%
5
0.00%
0
58
1.88
33.33%
19
29.82%
17
26.32%
15
7.02%
4
3.51%
2
57
2.18
77.97%
46
15.25%
9
5.08%
3
0.00%
0
1.69%
1
59
1.32
47.46%
28
32.20%
19
13.56%
8
3.39%
2
3.39%
2
59
1.83
1- Very Important 2- Important 3- Somewhat Important
4- Low Importance 5- Not Important
Make local
efforts to...
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
1- VERY
IMPORTANT
2-
IMPORTANT
3-
SOMEWHAT
IMPORTANT
4- LOW
IMPORTANCE
5- NOT
IMPORTANT
TOTAL WEIGHTED
AVERAGE
Retain community's
rural/suburban character
Economic growth/job
creation
Attract shops and
restaurants
Expand Housing Choices
Improve existing
housing/neighborhoods
Improve the overall road
system
Make walking/biking around
the community easier
Preserve scenic views
Preserve and protect
historical structures, facilities
and other locations
Maintain the City's financial
sustainability
Maintain a high level of
quality recreation, leisure,
and social programs and
facilities
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84.75%
50
13.56%
8
1.69%
1
0.00%
0
0.00%
0
59
1.17
23.73%
14
30.51%
18
25.42%
15
11.86%
7
8.47%
5
59
2.51
Maintain public safety
services
Make local efforts to address
climate change
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Q12 How easy is it to move in and around San Jacinto using:
Answered: 60 Skipped: 24
61.67%
37
35.00%
21
3.33%
2
60
0.00
6.78%
4
50.85%
30
42.37%
25
59
0.00
13.56%
8
32.20%
19
54.24%
32
59
0.00
5.66%
3
52.83%
28
41.51%
22
53
0.00
Easy Acceptable Difficult
Car
Bike
Walk
Bus
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
EASY ACCEPTABLE DIFFICULT TOTAL WEIGHTED AVERAGE
Car
Bike
Walk
Bus
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100.00%55
98.18%54
96.36%53
Q13 Thinking about the future of San Jacinto, what three words or
phrases best describe what you would like to see the community of
2040?
Answered: 55 Skipped: 29
#1.DATE
1 Comfortable living 11/3/2019 6:04 PM
2 Clean 10/31/2019 8:30 AM
3 Life 10/25/2019 2:36 PM
4 Clean up the city.9/30/2019 12:11 PM
5 Gentrification 9/11/2019 12:56 PM
6 Clean up main st 9/9/2019 5:19 AM
7 Jobs 9/6/2019 8:54 PM
8 Growth 7/13/2019 8:55 AM
9 Shopping 6/26/2019 7:14 AM
10 MODERN 6/17/2019 4:34 PM
11 A higher standard of living. Prideful 5/22/2019 9:46 PM
12 New Administration 5/22/2019 2:55 PM
13 Culture 5/20/2019 11:40 AM
14 LESS HOMELESS PEOPLE 5/10/2019 11:05 AM
15 Safe community 4/26/2019 10:46 PM
16 Safer 4/9/2019 2:53 PM
17 Welcoming 4/3/2019 8:13 PM
18 Clean up main st 4/2/2019 11:58 AM
19 nicer restaurants that actually stay in our city OLiVE GARDEN!4/1/2019 10:32 PM
20 Accommodating to all income levels 3/29/2019 6:41 PM
21 Higher job creations 3/29/2019 11:21 AM
22 Less crime more safety less homeless 3/29/2019 7:40 AM
23 prospering 3/29/2019 7:07 AM
24 address homless issues 3/29/2019 6:03 AM
25 picturesque 3/29/2019 4:20 AM
26 New construction 3/28/2019 9:22 PM
27 Better smelling 3/28/2019 9:12 PM
28 Safe 3/27/2019 12:13 PM
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
1.
2.
3.
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29 no homeless 3/25/2019 2:54 PM
30 Attract businesses 3/20/2019 12:51 PM
31 Economic Growth 3/19/2019 3:14 PM
32 Roads, entertainment, upkeep of our parks and roads 3/15/2019 8:14 PM
33 Clean up and improve existing infrastructure 3/12/2019 8:05 PM
34 Free of homeless/drugs/halfway houses 3/10/2019 12:22 PM
35 Transportation 3/9/2019 5:45 PM
36 Lower crime 3/8/2019 6:47 PM
37 Safety in general 3/8/2019 11:14 AM
38 Open space.3/5/2019 12:50 PM
39 Make San Jacinto Great Again 2/28/2019 9:19 AM
40 Many shops and restaurants 2/26/2019 9:17 PM
41 Great place to live 2/26/2019 2:38 PM
42 Jobs 2/24/2019 8:06 PM
43 atrack bussiness 2/22/2019 12:42 PM
44 Shops 2/22/2019 12:15 PM
45 More retail on west side 2/22/2019 6:28 AM
46 Safe Enviroment from Gangs!2/22/2019 6:14 AM
47 Growth 2/21/2019 9:52 PM
48 A friendly, vibrant, family oriented community 2/21/2019 9:29 PM
49 Historically preserved 2/21/2019 5:33 PM
50 Gentrify 2/21/2019 2:56 PM
51 Lower taxes 2/20/2019 12:08 PM
52 Accessible 2/18/2019 5:26 PM
53 Modern amenities.2/18/2019 1:58 PM
54 Electric trolley 2/16/2019 3:54 PM
55 Outlets 2/16/2019 8:46 AM
#2.DATE
1 Reasonably affordable 11/3/2019 6:04 PM
2 Safe 10/31/2019 8:30 AM
3 Housing Choices 9/30/2019 12:11 PM
4 Cleanliness 9/11/2019 12:56 PM
5 Build more shops 9/9/2019 5:19 AM
6 Economy 9/6/2019 8:54 PM
7 Clean-up 7/13/2019 8:55 AM
8 Restaurants 6/26/2019 7:14 AM
9 BUM FREE 6/17/2019 4:34 PM
10 Safe 5/22/2019 9:46 PM
11 Make pot illegal The police have enough to do 5/22/2019 2:55 PM
12 Green 5/20/2019 11:40 AM
13 A VEGAN RESTAURANT 5/10/2019 11:05 AM
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14 Economic growth 4/26/2019 10:46 PM
15 More Family Oriented 4/9/2019 2:53 PM
16 Friendly 4/3/2019 8:13 PM
17 Build more shops 4/2/2019 11:58 AM
18 Housing and secure services for homeless 4/1/2019 10:32 PM
19 Sustainable and affordable housing 3/29/2019 6:41 PM
20 update flow of traffic 3/29/2019 11:21 AM
21 More jobs less government dependence and section8 3/29/2019 7:40 AM
22 family-friendly 3/29/2019 7:07 AM
23 clean 3/29/2019 6:03 AM
24 uncongested 3/29/2019 4:20 AM
25 Good schools 3/28/2019 9:22 PM
26 Better drainage of roads 3/28/2019 9:12 PM
27 Affordable 3/27/2019 12:13 PM
28 clean streets 3/25/2019 2:54 PM
29 Build for young families 3/20/2019 12:51 PM
30 Fiscal Strength 3/19/2019 3:14 PM
31 Restaurants and shops,3/15/2019 8:14 PM
32 Make this city safe and attract people to live here 3/12/2019 8:05 PM
33 Sprinkler parks w/ more shade 3/10/2019 12:22 PM
34 More trails 3/9/2019 5:45 PM
35 Healthier restaurants 3/8/2019 6:47 PM
36 Less homeless and drugs 3/8/2019 11:14 AM
37 Less blight.3/5/2019 12:50 PM
38 Yes We Can 2/28/2019 9:19 AM
39 Maintained schools 2/26/2019 9:17 PM
40 full of opportunity 2/26/2019 2:38 PM
41 Comercial office spaces 2/24/2019 8:06 PM
42 revenue 2/22/2019 12:42 PM
43 Restaurant 2/22/2019 12:15 PM
44 Things to do on west side 2/22/2019 6:28 AM
45 No drug usage in visable site! Homeless population in one place.2/22/2019 6:14 AM
46 No more old deserted houses 2/21/2019 9:52 PM
47 Caring and compassionate public services 2/21/2019 9:29 PM
48 Culturally relevant 2/21/2019 5:33 PM
49 Critical solutions to crime/homeless - More police presence 2/21/2019 2:56 PM
50 Economic growth 2/20/2019 12:08 PM
51 Safe 2/18/2019 5:26 PM
52 Aesthetically pleasing city environment.2/18/2019 1:58 PM
53 Bike lanes 2/16/2019 3:54 PM
54 Eateries 2/16/2019 8:46 AM
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#3.DATE
1 Reasonably balanced in make up of population 11/3/2019 6:04 PM
2 Good Schools (attracts good residents)10/31/2019 8:30 AM
3 Commercial Developments 9/30/2019 12:11 PM
4 Lower crime/ refuse early release inmates 9/11/2019 12:56 PM
5 More police patrol 9/9/2019 5:19 AM
6 Tourism 9/6/2019 8:54 PM
7 Entertaining 7/13/2019 8:55 AM
8 Entertainment 6/26/2019 7:14 AM
9 CLEAN 6/17/2019 4:34 PM
10 NO Longer a “55+” communities or unsafe drivers.5/22/2019 9:46 PM
11 Get the gangs out they cause problems. Give the kids back their city pool 5/22/2019 2:55 PM
12 Recreation 5/20/2019 11:40 AM
13 MORE BIG BOX BUSINESSES 5/10/2019 11:05 AM
14 Home value to grow 4/26/2019 10:46 PM
15 Sense of Community 4/9/2019 2:53 PM
16 Rural 4/3/2019 8:13 PM
17 More police patrol 4/2/2019 11:58 AM
18 Attraction and stable businesses for all of the empty commercial properties 4/1/2019 10:32 PM
19 Diverse opportunities for employment 3/29/2019 6:41 PM
20 Updated buildings so it looks like the city actually cares instead of rundown buildings 3/29/2019 7:40 AM
21 active 3/29/2019 7:07 AM
22 affordable 3/29/2019 6:03 AM
23 upscale 3/29/2019 4:20 AM
24 Entertainment 3/28/2019 9:22 PM
25 More shops 3/28/2019 9:12 PM
26 Supportive Community 3/27/2019 12:13 PM
27 public transportation 3/25/2019 2:54 PM
28 Partner with Hemet 3/20/2019 12:51 PM
29 Safe 3/19/2019 3:14 PM
30 Walking paths 3/15/2019 8:14 PM
31 Preserve the scenic view while bringing jobs to SJ 3/12/2019 8:05 PM
32 FREE OF FLIES 3/10/2019 12:22 PM
33 Energy efficient home 3/9/2019 5:45 PM
34 Professional job opportunities 3/8/2019 6:47 PM
35 Have property owners take care of cleaning graffiti 3/8/2019 11:14 AM
36 Less crime 3/5/2019 12:50 PM
37 A horse is a horse, of course, of course.2/28/2019 9:19 AM
38 No homeless people 2/26/2019 9:17 PM
39 growth 2/26/2019 2:38 PM
40 Construction jobs 2/24/2019 8:06 PM
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41 jobs 2/22/2019 12:42 PM
42 Better roads 2/22/2019 12:15 PM
43 Parks and recreation on west side 2/22/2019 6:28 AM
44 Safety in going out at night!2/22/2019 6:14 AM
45 Fill up the empty plots of land with something cool!2/21/2019 9:52 PM
46 We support diversity and welcome community involvement in volunteer activities 2/21/2019 9:29 PM
47 Farm to table 2/21/2019 5:33 PM
48 Focus on Education and our schools 2/21/2019 2:56 PM
49 Strong city leadership 2/20/2019 12:08 PM
50 Calm 2/18/2019 5:26 PM
51 Rancho San Jacinto-rebranded for the future/image change.2/18/2019 1:58 PM
52 Housing 2/16/2019 3:54 PM
53 Jobs Amazon 2/16/2019 8:46 AM
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0.00%0
1.72%1
41.38%24
43.10%25
13.79%8
Q14 Your age group is:
Answered: 58 Skipped: 26
TOTAL 58
Under 18 years
18-24 years
25-44 years
45-64 years
65+ years
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
Under 18 years
18-24 years
25-44 years
45-64 years
65+ years
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11.86%7
37.29%22
18.64%11
22.03%13
10.17%6
Q15 How many people live in your household?
Answered: 59 Skipped: 25
TOTAL 59
1
2
3
4
More than 5
0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100%
ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES
1
2
3
4
More than 5
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Q16 Is there anything else you would like to share with the City regarding
its General Plan Update?
Answered: 40 Skipped: 44
#RESPONSES DATE
1 Maintain reasonably good access to and from the city and within, both by vehicles and public
transportation.
11/3/2019 6:07 PM
2 I would like to see some of the open spaces kept cleaner and find ways to get business in the
open spaces. Example on State street a main road it is run down looking and the open spaces are
not well kept.
10/31/2019 8:32 AM
3 Tribal government input 10/25/2019 2:38 PM
4 I would like to see the city take action on homelessness and drug use / public influence and or
intoxication
9/30/2019 12:13 PM
5 Would like to see road access improvements PRIOR to more housing. We also need more law
enforcement to help with improving our current neighborhoods. San Jacinto has really declined
and no longer feels safe even in the newer neighborhoods.
9/11/2019 1:01 PM
6 Less homeless. And less people that are being released from jail in our city.9/6/2019 8:55 PM
7 Bring back the idea of a shopping area like the proposed Ramona Crossings area; I have to shop
in Beaumont now. Melrose Tax is too high. Don't allow 55+ Trailer Parks to be converted to "All
Ages" trailer parks. Push CA to begin construction of Ramona Expressway. Property owners
should be accountable for keeping yards and homes in compliance with local ordinances. Too
many dollar stores and thrift stores. It is time to reopen the San Jacinto River Park.
6/26/2019 7:27 AM
8 As a new resident of Jan Jacinto I would like to see the city be cleaned up. You have all this new
housing moving in but nothing to do in the main city. You drive around and you see a ran down
town. I believe the city has thoughts on revamping the town and I believe the city will fully agree
with you. I would like you to take some time and study the fast and rapid growing city’s such as
Eastvale & Rancho Cucamonga. If you ever have ideas to talk about I’m all ears. (951)382-2208 or
e-mail Bryan720@msn.com
6/17/2019 4:43 PM
9 The city needs more Sheriff and fire personal. The people always need a say. No sanctuary city 5/22/2019 2:58 PM
10 I believe in San Jacinto and it's people and being a newly transplanted citizen to the city and to
California, I would like to see our city reach it's full potential. I see a gem in San Jacinto that
requires some polishing and TLC.
5/20/2019 11:44 AM
11 I THINK THE CITY SHOULD KEEP AS MUCH OF ITS BUSINESS AS POSSIBLE LOCAL! GIVE
THE LITTLE GUYS IN TOWN A CHANCE TO THRIVE!!
5/10/2019 11:07 AM
12 Maybe no more people allowed to sell product/or food on side of roads without permits so many in
some areas
4/26/2019 10:48 PM
13 Like I said in the survey we need housing at all levels and we need to attract more companies that
have stability for those empty commercial sites that there are way too many of in the city. As a real
estate investor, it pains me that more is not being done. As far as the housing issue, security and
upkeep should go hand and hand with new or referbrished builds.
4/1/2019 10:41 PM
14 Good job in encouraging community involvement through communication and input meetings 3/29/2019 6:43 PM
15 Try of attract bigger business, so we do not have to drive 20+miles to give our tax dollars to
another city
3/29/2019 11:22 AM
16 would like to see greater variety of sit-down restaurants, theater/performing arts, and more
activities for children and young adults.
3/29/2019 7:09 AM
17 We need to maintain homeownership as a priority and add infrastructure to the city that justifies the
high mello-roos taxes associated with buying a many of the homes here.
3/29/2019 4:22 AM
18 Grow the city 3/28/2019 9:24 PM
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19 No 3/28/2019 9:13 PM
20 Safety of our citizens should be number 1. Riverside County services DO NOT WORK 3/27/2019 12:13 PM
21 live work lofts on main street 3/25/2019 2:55 PM
22 Let’s start by upkeeping whats we already have like our local parks and paving our roads 3/15/2019 8:17 PM
23 Im motivated to know you are working on this!3/12/2019 8:06 PM
24 I feel what’s most important for this community to expand for the better of seniors and children is
first getting rid of the homeless and drug problems along with all these halfway houses. That’s a
start to a way better community and a safe place for kids and seniors to feel safe knowing this is
there home. I also feel the flies are a major concern along with needing better parks for the kids.
3/10/2019 12:25 PM
25 Improve the roads 3/9/2019 5:47 PM
26 No 3/8/2019 6:47 PM
27 Would like to see less shopping carts around town, some full of trash on street sidewalk, wish
store owners where responsable for them. Also owners of vacant houses and businesses be
responsable to keep them free of trash, graffiti and homeless, they are gandering spots for drug
users
3/8/2019 11:25 AM
28 Have Code Enforcement enforce the laws in the books.3/5/2019 12:55 PM
29 Jobs, shopping, how can we shop local if we dont have shops 3/5/2019 10:13 AM
30 You should upgrade your servers!2/28/2019 9:20 AM
31 School improvements 2/26/2019 9:19 PM
32 One of the rewarding things about living in SJ, is the scenic views & the fact that it is not so
crowded however, it would be nice to have some more development in the city to avoid having to
drive long distances for basic needs such as eating/ shopping.
2/26/2019 2:39 PM
33 Please send me information about meetings regarding general plan to Adrianfelix75@gmail.com
my name is adrian felix I am a union carpenter construction worker would love to see more local
work.
2/24/2019 8:09 PM
34 we need to attract business, tax revenue and jobs for the future.2/22/2019 12:46 PM
35 As I've said before the population of poor people in this town needs to be addresses. We need a
place for families to help sustain their households. The amount of families that are falling between
the cracks, that do not qualify for food stamps because they are working, is very large in this
community, I know this because of the non-profit food program I use to run here. These families
are more than willing to contribute to make this possible. We also used and can use again, court
ordered community service workers to help run the place as we have in the past and were the only
ones in town that allowed these people to work off their court ordered hours. I would be willing to
start up the program again with help.
2/22/2019 6:24 AM
36 More sidewalks and get rid of homeless people 2/21/2019 9:53 PM
37 Would like to see more affordable housing choices for seniors, like a co-op with imbedded
assistive services. It would also be nice to see inclusive supportive housing for
disabled/disadvantaged individuals.
2/21/2019 9:33 PM
38 I do not have any school aged children, but I want our education and schools to be a focus. Where
great schools are comes an influx in property values, less crime, more desirable businesses, and
more money for the City. San Jacinto needs to have an "if we build it, they will come" attitude, and
be proactive, instead of always being reactive. I have seen numerous cities follow this sort of
guideline and have succeeded with transforming their communities into desirable living areas.
Let's go San Jacinto!!
2/21/2019 3:01 PM
39 Revitalize downtown San Jacinto. Put in a Coffee Bean or Starbucks, sidewalk cafe's, invite
corporations like Amazon to have their HQ in San Jacinto.
2/18/2019 2:00 PM
40 Lowe's or home depot in San Jacinto. Old homes are falling apart.2/16/2019 3:56 PM
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