Housing Constraints Analysis. Xxxxx Xxxxxx will complete the state-mandated constraints analysis. Attributes of zoning, such as minimum lot size standards, maximum densities, lot coverage requirements, parking standards, and use permit requirements, will be addressed. Consistent with state law, the analysis will also address constraints to particular housing types, including accessory dwelling units, emergency shelters, SROs, and transitional housing. Changes resulting from the recent 5th Cycle Housing Element will be noted. This task will also look at the building and permitting process in Rolling Hills, including factors such as processing times, locally unique building code standards, fees (compared to other cities), and site improvement requirements. Design review and subdivision standards also will be reviewed. Non-governmental constraints will be assessed as part of this task. These include the availability of infrastructure, traffic congestion, school capacity, and environmental constraints. Financial constraints also will be considered. This includes land and construction costs, and issues relating to financing and mortgage lending. As required by new Housing Element laws, this section also will examine constraints associated with NIMBYism and labor shortages.
Housing Constraints Analysis. The Housing Constraints analysis identifies potential and actual governmental and nongovernmental (e.g. physical or financial) constraints to housing production, including any constraints on people with disabilities, as required by SB 520. We will update this section as necessary with up-to-date development processes and fees, as well as changes in market constraints due to the economic changes since the last Housing Element was written. We will assess the potential for residential development consistent with adopted land use and zoning policy, as well as opportunities for energy conservation. Where constraints exist, we will suggest housing programs to mitigate or remove these constraints.
