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2015-2019 CONSOLIDATED PLAN & 2015-2016
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
DRAFT
APRIL 2015
TABLE OF CONTENT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY........................................................................................................................... 1
THEPROCESS...................................................................................................................................... 6
NEEDSASSESSMENT........................................................................................................................... 19
HOUSING MARKET ANALYSIS................................................................................................................ 54
STRATEGICPLAN................................................................................................................................ 79
ANNUALACTION PLAN...................................................................................................................... 109
APPENDIX....................................................................................................................................... 137
Executive Summary
ES -05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
Introduction
The 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan for the City of Costa Mesa satisfies federal requirements that must be
met in order for the City to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment
Partnerships (HOME) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The
Consolidated Plan is a planning document that identifies the City's housing and community needs and
outlines a strategy to address these needs utilizing HUD funds. The Plan includes the following
components:
• An assessment of the jurisdiction's housing and community needs and market conditions
• A strategy that establishes priorities for addressing identified needs
• A one-year investment plan that outlines the intended use of HUD resources (the Action Plan)
The City's Consolidated Plan has been devised in a way that supports HUD's community planning and
development goals, which are to provide decent housing, provide a suitable living environment, and
expand economic opportunities.
HUD regulations require that the Consolidated Plan cover a three to five-year planning period. The City
has prepared this Consolidated Plan to cover a five-year planning period that begins July 1, 2015,
through June 30, 2020.
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2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment
Overview
Based on an analysis of housing/community needs and a market analysis, the following five-year
objectives/outcomes have been identified for implementation in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan:
Goal Name
Category
Priority
Needs Addressed
Potential
Goal Outcome
Need
Funding
Indicator
Owner
Affordable
High
Owner Occupied
HOME:
Homeowner Housing
Occupied
Housing
Housing
$1,000,000
Rehabilitated:
Housing
50 Household
Rehabilitation
Housing Units
Rental
Affordable
Low
Rental Housing
HOME:
Rental units
Housing
Housing
Acquisition /
$100
rehabilitated:
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation
1 Household Housing
Unit
Rental
Affordable
Low
Rental Housing
HOME:
Rental units
Housing
Housing
Acquisition /
$100
acquired:
Acquisition
Rehabilitation
1 Household Housing
Units
Code
Affordable
High
Housing Code
CDBG:
Housing Code
Enforcement
Housing
Enforcement
$1,250,000
Enforcement:
1,250 Housing Units
Emergency
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
CDBG:
Homeless Person
Shelter
and Housing
$10,000
Overnight Shelter:
10 Persons Assisted
Transitional
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
CDBG:
Homeless Person
Housing
and Housing
$75,000
Overnight Shelter:
75 Persons Assisted
Rapid Re-
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
CDBG:
Rapid Rehousing:
housing
and Housing
$60,000
25 Households
Assisted
Homelessness
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
CDBG:
Homelessness
Prevention
and Housing
$15,000
Prevention:
10 Persons Assisted
Tenant -Based
Homeless
Low
Homeless Services
HOME:
Tenant -based rental
Rental
and Housing
$100
assistance:
Assistance
1 Household Assisted
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Goal Name
Category
Priority
Needs Addressed
Potential
Goal Outcome
Need
Funding
Indicator
Senior/Frail
Non-
High
Services for
CDBG:
Public service
Elderly
Homeless
Elderly/Frail Elderly
$150,000
activities other than
Services
Special
Low/Moderate
Needs
Income Housing
Benefit:
2,500 Persons
Assisted
Services for
Non-
High
Services for
CDBG:
Public service
Disabled
Homeless
Disabled
$25,000
activities other than
Special
Low/Moderate
Needs
Income Housing
Benefit:
150 Persons Assisted
Youth Services
Non-
High
Youth Services
CDBG:
Public service
Housing
$50,000
activities other than
Community
Low/Moderate
Develop-
Income Housing
ment
Benefit:
2,500 Persons
Assisted
Low and
Non-
High
Services for Low &
CDBG:
Public service
Moderate
Housing
Moderate Income
$115,000
activities other than
Income
Community
Persons
Low/Moderate
Persons
Develop-
Income Housing
ment
Benefit:
750 Persons Assisted
Public
Non-
High
Public Facilities
CDBG:
Public Facility
Facilities
Housing
$250,000
Activities other than
Community
Low/Moderate
Develop-
Income Housing
ment
Benefit:
2,500 Persons
Assisted
Public
Non-
High
Public
CDBG:
Public Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Housing
Infrastructure
$2,500,000
Activities other than
Improvements
Community
Low/Moderate
Develop-
Income Housing
ment
Benefit:
7,500 Persons
Assisted
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Goal Name
Category
Priority
Needs Addressed
Potential
Goal Outcome
Need
Funding
Indicator
Program
Admini-
High
Program
CDBG:
Other:
Administra-
stration
Administration
$1,000,000
5 Other
tion
3. Evaluation of past performance
At the time of the preparation of the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan, the City of Costa Mesa has partially
completed the final year of the 2010-2014 Consolidated Plan cycle. Appendix Table A provides a
summary of the City's 2010-2014 Consolidated Plan accomplishments. (Note that Fiscal Year (FY) 2014-
2015 accomplishments are not included in this table.)
4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
A key element of the Consolidated Plan preparation process is the input of residents, businesses and
other community stakeholders. This input was facilitated by the implementation of the City's Citizen
Participation Plan (see Appendix — page 23). Opportunities for public participation included the
following:
• "Housing & Community Needs Survey" — Survey was available online and by hard copy from
January 15, 2015 through February 28, 2015. The survey was available in English and Spanish. A
copy of the survey and a summary of results is provide in the Appendix (page 2).
• Two community stakeholders' meetings were held on January 22, 2015 and February 12, 2015.
Meetings were held at two different locations (City Hall and Costa Mesa Senior Center) during
evening hours (see meeting flyers Appendix page 7).
• Resident advisory committee public meeting to receive input regarding public service needs and
to prioritize funding for FY 2015-16 public service grants (March 4, 2015).
• City Council Public Hearing to receive additional public input and to approve the 2015-2019
Consolidated Plan and the FY 2015-16 CDBG and HOME program funding plan (May 5, 2015)
During the preparation of the Consolidated Plan, the City also consulted with other City departments,
community-based social service providers, adjacent local governments, and various County/State
agencies.
S. Summary of public comments
[To be updated at the end of the public comment period]
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
[To be updated at the end of the public comment period]
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7. Summary
The 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan has been prepared by the City of Costa Mesa in order to continue to
receive CDBG and HOME funds over the next five-year time period. In order to determine how the City
will allocate these funds, a public input process was utilized. This process included solicitation of
information regarding priority housing and non -housing community needs from State and County
agencies and local service providers. City residents were invited to participate in the process via a needs
survey, and by attending various community workshops and meetings. Comments received at meetings
were addressed; however, as required, all written comments and Staff responses are incorporated into
this document.
HUD has notified the City of Costa Mesa that it will receive $1,028,141 in CDBG and $327,658 in HOME
funds for FY 2015-2016. The City has also identified prior year funds that will be available to undertake
eligible activities in FY 2015-2016. The Annual Action Plan outlines the use of these funds which include
housing rehabilitation for lower income homeowners, public facility and infrastructure improvements,
the enforcement of housing and building codes, social services for lower income Costa Mesa residents,
and program administration. Activities to be funded will address a priority need identified in the
Consolidated Plan.
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The Process
PR -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b)
1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those
responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source
The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and
those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source.
Agency Role
Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator
COSTA MESA
Housing & Community Dev/Development
Services
HOME Administrator
COSTA MESA
Housing & Community Dev/Development
Services
Table 1— Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The City's Housing and Community Development (HCD) Division of the Development Services
Department is primarily responsible for the preparation of the Consolidated Plan and for administration
of CDBG and HOME funds.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Mike Linares, CDBG/HOME Coordinator, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92628, (714) 754-5678 —
mike.linares@costamesaca.gov.
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PR -10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)
Introduction
The Consolidated Plan process requires jurisdictions to contact and consult with other public and private
agencies when developing the Plan. The Consolidated Plan itself must include a summary of the
consultation process, including identification of the agencies that participated in the process.
Jurisdictions also are required to summarize their efforts to enhance coordination between public and
private agencies.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(1)).
The City of Costa Mesa does not own or manage public housing. Similarly, the City does not administer
the Housing Choice Voucher Program. The voucher program is administered in the City of Costa Mesa
by the Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA). The City is a member of the OCHA Cities Advisory
Committee, which provides OCHA staff with input regarding program policies.
In January 2011, the City Council created a Homeless Task Force to address challenges caused by the
City's homeless population. The Task Force brought together diverse members of the community,
including church leaders, business owners, social workers, mental health experts, police officers, and
residents, in an effort to, "establish realistic strategies and make recommendations that address the
needs of the Costa Mesa community, residents, businesses and the homeless." The Homeless Task
Force served as the basis for the creation of additional homeless and neighborhood -issues based
working groups that have been key to the coordination of private, faith -based, and government health,
mental health and service agencies.
One such working group was the Neighborhood Improvement Task Force. The Neighborhood
Improvement Task Force, which was primarily a multi -departmental working group, was established to
address issues such as homelessness, recovery homes, abandoned properties, motels, and
neighborhood preservation. To complete these tasks, the assistance of other government and nonprofit
service agencies were engaged. Examples include the Orange County Probation Department, Orange
County Health Care Agency — Mental Health Division, Orange County Library System, and the Veterans
Administration. Nonprofit and faith -based service providers that were engaged included Mercy House
Transitional Living Center, Veterans First, Saddleback Church, The Crossing Church, and many others.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
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In 2014, the Neighborhood Improvement Task Force gave way to the Network for Homeless Solutions
(NHS), a working group of City staff, representatives of service providers and faith -based
organizations. The NHS is focused on establishing direct links to services for the homeless - especially
for those with strong ties to Costa Mesa - and facilitating access to these services. Another key element
of this working group is the undertaking of a unique count of the City's homeless with the assistance of
local volunteers, churches and Vanguard University (located in Costa Mesa). The group also serves as a
liaison to the business community by assisting them in mitigating impacts of homeless persons on those
businesses and engaging businesses in supporting efforts to reduce homelessness.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate
outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS
The City is not a recipient of Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds; therefore, it does not assist the
Orange County — Continuum of Care (OC-CoC) with the determination of ESG allocations, nor evaluating
outcome, or developing policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdiction's consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities
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Table 2 — Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
1
Agency/Group/Organization
211 ORANGE COUNTY
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
Regional organization
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed
Homelessness Strategy
by Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Regional Continuum of Care coordinator and HMIS
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
administrator; provided significant information
and what are the anticipated outcomes
regarding regional and City homeless population
of the consultation or areas for improved
and shelter resources.
coordination?
2
Agency/Group/Organization
State of California
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Health Agency
Other government - State
What section of the Plan was addressed
Lead-based Paint Strategy
by Consultation?
Economic Development
Market Analysis
Demographics
How was the
Various State departments and agencies were
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
consulted to obtain information regarding
and what are the anticipated outcomes
employment, demographics, and lead poisoning.
of the consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
3
Agency/Group/Organization
City of Costa Mesa
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services -Elderly Persons
Services -homeless
Other government - Local
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What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Economic Development
Market Analysis
How was the
Various City departments, commissions and City
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
Council provided a variety of data and information.
and what are the anticipated outcomes
Also played a key role in identifying priorities and
of the consultation or areas for improved
with the allocation of HUD funds.
coordination?
4
Agency/Group/Organization
Fair Housing Foundation
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Service -Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Market Analysis
Impediments to fair housing
How was the
Agency helped identify the needs of lower income
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
families and individuals requiring fair housing
and what are the anticipated outcomes
services. Also provided consultation on the City's
of the consultation or areas for improved
strategy to address impediments to fair housing.
coordination?
5
Agency/Group/Organization
Orange County Housing Authority
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Public Housing Authority (PHA)
Other government - County
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Public Housing Needs
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Anti -poverty Strategy
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How was the
OCHA provided significant information regarding
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
the number of Costa Mesa residents receiving
and what are the anticipated outcomes
rental assistance and also those who have applied
of the consultation or areas for improved
for rental assistance. Vouchers/Certificates
coordination?
provided by OCHA are a key component of the
City's housing needs strategy for lower income
renter households.
6
Agency/Group/Organization
Mercy House
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
How was the
Agency assisted with development of the City's
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
homeless strategy and implementation of
and what are the anticipated outcomes
service/housing programs to assist the
of the consultation or areas for improved
homelessness and those at risk of becoming
coordination?
homeless.
7
Agency/Group/Organization
Families Forward
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Families with children
How was the
Agency helped identify needs and assisted with
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
implementation of the City's homeless
and what are the anticipated outcomes
service/housing strategy with a focus on homeless
of the consultation or areas for improved
families with children.
coordination?
8
Agency/Group/Organization
Colette's Children's Home
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
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How was the
Agency helped identify needs and assisted with
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
implementation of the City's homeless
and what are the anticipated outcomes
service/housing strategy with a focus on homeless
of the consultation or areas for improved
women and women with children.
coordination?
9
Agency/Group/Organization
Elwyn California
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Persons with Disabilities
Services -Employment
What section of the Plan was addressed
Non -Homeless Special Needs
by Consultation?
Economic Development
Anti -poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency provided input on City's special needs
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
populations, specifically economic opportunities for
and what are the anticipated outcomes
persons with developmental disabilities.
of the consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
10
Agency/Group/Organization
Mika Community Development Corp
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Children
Services -Education
What section of the Plan was addressed
Public service needs
by Consultation?
How was the
Agency helped identify needs and provided input
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
regarding the City's youth, specifically educational
and what are the anticipated outcomes
needs in lower income neighborhoods.
of the consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
11
Agency/Group/Organization
Youth Employment Services
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Children
Services -Employment
What section of the Plan was addressed
Economic Development
by Consultation?
Anti -poverty Strategy
Youth services
How was the
Agency helped identify needs and provided input
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
regarding the City's youth, specifically economic
and what are the anticipated outcomes
needs/opportunities for youth age 16 to 24.
of the consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
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Agency/Group/Organization
Community Senior Serve
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Elderly Persons
Continuum of Care
What section of the Plan was addressed
Non -Homeless Special Needs
by Consultation?
Market Analysis
Ten -Year Plan to End
County of Orange
Anti -poverty Strategy
Homelessness
How was the
Agency helped identify needs and provided input
Regional Analysis of
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
regarding the City's special needs populations,
Impediments to Fair
and what are the anticipated outcomes
specifically seniors and frail elderly.
Housing Choice
of the consultation or areas for improved
incorporated into Consolidated Plan goals
coordination?
13
Agency/Group/Organization
Council on Aging Orange County
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services -Elderly Persons
Services -Persons with Disabilities
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency helped identify needs and provided input
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
regarding the City's special needs populations,
and what are the anticipated outcomes
specifically seniors, frail elderly/disabled adults.
of the consultation or areas for improved
Also provided data regarding special needs housing
coordination?
resources.
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
The City made an effort to have as open a consultation process as possible. No one agency type was
knowingly not consulted.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap
with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care
211 -OC
Helped the City establish needs and program
goals to address homelessness in the City
Ten -Year Plan to End
County of Orange
Helped establish priority homeless housing needs
Homelessness
and discharge planning
Regional Analysis of
OC HUD Grantee
Identified regional fair housing impediments that
Impediments to Fair
Cities
were applicable to the City and which were
Housing Choice
incorporated into Consolidated Plan goals
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Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap
with the goals of each plan?
5 -Year & 1 -Year Public
Orange County
OCHA provided information regarding the housing
Housing Authority (PHA)
Housing Authority
needs of lower income renter households which
Plan
(OCHA)
were incorporated into the Consolidated Plan
City of Costa Mesa
City of Costa Mesa
Projects identified in the Capital Improvement
Capital Improvement
Plan that are within CDBG-eligible areas were
Plan
utilized to help establish Con Plan goals
City of Costa Mesa
City of Costa Mesa
The City made an effort to ensure the Housing
Housing Element
Element and Consolidated Plan were consistent
2012 Costa Mesa
Vanguard University
Costa Mesa homeless census data was utilized to
Homeless Census
prioritize use of limited funding and to identify
the most vulnerable among the City's homeless
Table 3 — Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any
adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan
(91.215(1))
The State Department of Health was consulted to obtain information regarding elevated lead blood
levels in children as part of the City's assessment of lead-based paint hazards. State agencies were also
consulted to obtain updated housing and population information. The County of Orange was contacted
to obtain an array of data including information regarding the number of households receiving rental
assistance, homeless count, and regional homeless plans.
Local governments also assisted the City with preparation of the Consolidated Plan. As the current and
past recipient of Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) funds, the cities of Anaheim and
Santa Ana were helpful in providing information regarding the number of Costa Mesa residents living
with HIV and AIDS. The City also participated in roundtable meetings with other Orange County HUD
grantees to discuss the preparation of a regional analysis of impediments to fair housing, and the impact
of pending fair housing regulations.
Narrative (optional):
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PR -15 Citizen Participation
Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting
Pursuant to HUD regulations, the City undertook several steps to obtain the input of community residents and stakeholders as it developed the
Consolidated Plan. Consultation efforts included community workshops, a housing and community needs survey, and public meetings (resident
advisory committee and City Council). The City also consulted with State and regional agencies, as well as special districts and neighboring cities.
The City utilized press notices, public announcements (at City Council meetings), the City's internet webpage, and newspaper notices, to inform
residents and stakeholders of the opportunity to provide input and to review/comment on the draft Consolidated Plan.
All City Council meetings were notices in local newspapers of general circulation. Additionally, the draft Consolidated Plan was posted on the
City's website for public review and comment, and hard copies were made available during the required 30 -day public comment period which
was held from April 6, 2015 to May 5, 2015 (see Appendix page 11).
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Order
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
1
Public Meeting
Non-
Attendance:
Where will survey
NA
NA
(1/22/15)
targeted/broad
residents & social
results be posted?
community
service provider (6)
What is schedule
for Con Plan?
There is a need for
more programs for
youth — too many
senior programs
are being funded.
How does the City
verify the
effectiveness of the
program after it has
beenfunded?
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Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
Summary of
Summary of comments
URL (If
response/attendance
comments received
not accepted
applicable)
and reasons
2
Public Meeting
Non-
Attendance:
Is there a match
NA
NA
(2/2/15)
targeted/broad
residents (15)
requirement for
community
either grant?
Can HOME funds
be spent outside of
the City of Costa
Mesa?
Where will survey
results be posted?
Why has there
been a decrease in
HUD funding?
How does the
Council decide to
allocate funds?
4
Public Meeting
Non-
Citizen Advisory
When will
NA
NA
targeted/broad
Committee — (8) plus
Committee's
community
resident (1)
recommendations
be presented to the
City Council?
5
Newspaper Ad
Non-
NA
TBD
TBD
NA
targeted/broad
community
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Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
Summary of
Summary of comments
URL (If
response/attendance
comments received
not accepted
applicable)
and reasons
7
Public Hearing
Non-
TBD
TBD
TBD
NA
targeted/broad
community
Table 4 — Citizen Participation Outreach
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Needs Assessment
NA -05 Overview
Needs Assessment Overview
HUD has provided the City with extensive data in order to assess the housing needs of Costa Mesa
residents. This data is based on five-year American Community Survey (ACS) data (for 2007-2011) and
HUD's special tabulation of housing data — the Comprehensive Housing Assessment Strategy or CHAS.
Updated information is provided when available.
The housing needs to be assessed in this section of the Consolidated Plan include the following:
• Household demographics including population, number of households, and the number of
households experiencing "housing problems," such as housing cost burden and overcrowding.
• The extent to which housing problems are experienced disproportionally by one or more racial
or ethnic groups.
• Public housing needs — NOTE THE CITY OF COSTA MESA DOES NOT OWN OR MANAGE PUBLIC
HOUSING.
• An assessment of homeless needs, including an estimated number of sheltered and unsheltered
individuals.
This section will also assess the City's "Non -housing Community Development Needs," that is, public
facility, infrastructure, and social service needs.
Definitions
Housing Problems: HUD's housing needs estimates are based on an assessment of Census data of
households that are experiencing one or more "housing problems." Per HUD, a household is
experiencing a housing problem if their residential unit is subject to one or more of the following:
• Lack of a complete kitchen or plumbing facilities.
• Cost Burden - More than 30% of a household's total gross income is spent on housing costs. For
renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities. For owners, housing costs
include mortgage payment, taxes, insurance, and utilities.
• Severe Cost Burden - More than 50% of a household's total gross income is spent on housing
costs. For renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities. For owners,
housing costs include mortgage payment, taxes, insurance, and utilities.
• Overcrowded - Defined as a housing unit with 1.01 to 1.5 persons per room excluding
bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half -rooms.
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• Severely Overcrowded - Is defined as housing with more than 1.51 persons per room excluding
bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half -rooms.
Household Types: HUD data also characterizes households by type — HUD's household definitions are as
follows:
• Small Related: Household with two to four related members
• Large Related: Household with five or more related members
• Elderly: Household whose head, spouse, or sole member is a person who is at least 62 years of
age
• Other: All other households
Housing Income: HUD also categorizes households by income groups:
• Extremely low-income — Household with an income equal to 0% to 30% of the Area Median
Income (AMI)
• Very low-income — Households with an income equal to 30% to 50% of the AMI
• Low -Income — Household with an income equal to 50% to 80% of the AMI
• Low and Moderate -income or Lower Income — a household with an income less than 80% of
AMI
• Moderate -income — a household with income equal to 80% to 100% of AMI
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Summary of Housing Needs
The data in this section analyzes households with housing problems, that is those experiencing
1) overcrowding; 2) substandard housing; 3) cost burden (paying more than 30% of household income
for housing costs); and 4) severe cost burden (spending over 50% of household income for housing
costs).
Demographics
Base Year: 2000
Most Recent Year: 2011
% Change
Population
109,084
109,796
1
Households
39,371
40,720
3%
Median Income
$50,732.00
$65,471.00
29%
Table 5 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics
Data Source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2007-2011 ACS (Most Recent Year)
UPDATED INFORMATION:
A search of current data found that the California Department of Finance estimates Costa Mesa's 2014
population at 111,846. This same State agency also estimates there are 39,984 Costa Mesa
households. The 2009-2013 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates approximates Costa Mesa's
median income at $65,830 [2009-2013 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates - Table DP03].
Number of Households Table
Table 6 - Total Households Table
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
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0-30%
HAMFI
>30-50%
HAMFI
>50-80%
HAMFI
>80-100%
HAMFI
>100%
HAMFI
Total Households *
5,740
5,690
7,385
4,985
16,920
Small Family Households *
1,600
2,190
2,940
1,720
8,135
Large Family Households *
770
925
750
450
1,025
Household contains at least one
person 62-74 years of age
755
770
1,030
520
2,520
Household contains at least one
person age 75 or older
880
705
700
330
750
Households with one or more
children 6 years old or younger *
1,280
1,420
1,345
715
1,039
* the highest income category for these family types is >80% HAMFI
Table 6 - Total Households Table
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
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Housing Needs Summary Tables
1. Housing Problems (Households with one of the listed needs)
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Renter
Owner
0-30%
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
0-30%
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
AMI
50%
80%
100%
AMI
50%
80%
100%
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Substandard
Housing -
Lacking
complete
plumbing or
kitchen
facilities
105
45
125
30
305
0
0
10
0
10
Severely
Overcrowded -
With >1.51
people per
room (and
complete
kitchen and
plumbing)
315
260
175
70
820
0
25
10
10
45
Overcrowded -
With 1.01-1.5
people per
room (and
none of the
above
problems)
605
615
585
200
2,005
50
60
40
35
185
Housing cost
burden greater
than 50% of
income (and
none of the
above
problems)
2,330
1,840
410
50
4,630
965
760
705
400
2,830
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Table 7 — Housing Problems Table
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks kitchen
or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden)
Renter
Owner
0-30%
0-30%
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
0-30%
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
50%
AMI
50%
80%
100%
80%
AMI
50%
80%
100%
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
Housing cost
of four housing
burden greater
problems
3,350
2,765
than 30% of
345
7,750
1,015
840
765
445
3,065
Having none of
income (and
four housing
none of the
problems
555
1,220
above
3,055
8,555
450
865
1,605
1,140
4,060
Household has
problems)
155
990
2,355
1,170
4,670
105
295
490
450
1,340
Zero/negative
but none of the
Income (and
other housing
none of the
problems
240
0
above
0
240
130
0
0
0
130
problems)
240
0
0
0
240
130
0
0
0
130
Table 7 — Housing Problems Table
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks kitchen
or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden)
Table 8 — Housing Problems 2
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
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Renter Owner
0-30%
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total 0-30%
>30->50-
>80-
Total
AMI
50%
80%
100%
AMI
50%
80%
100%
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Having 1 or more
of four housing
problems
3,350
2,765
1,290
345
7,750
1,015
840
765
445
3,065
Having none of
four housing
problems
555
1,220
3,725
3,055
8,555
450
865
1,605
1,140
4,060
Household has
negative income,
but none of the
other housing
problems
240
0
0
0
240
130
0
0
0
130
Table 8 — Housing Problems 2
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
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3. Cost Burden > 30%
Table 9 — Cost Burden > 30%
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
4. Cost Burden > 50%
Renter
Owner
0-30%
AMI
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
Total
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
Total
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Small Related
1,180
1,655
1,045
3,880
210
360
595
11165
Large Related
605
585
315
1,505
80
150
125
355
Elderly
635
310
235
1,180
465
485
390
1,340
Other
1,045
1,090
1,480
3,615
320
100
85
505
Total need by
income
3,465
3,640
3,075
10,180
1,075
1,095
1,195
3,365
Table 9 — Cost Burden > 30%
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
4. Cost Burden > 50%
Table 10 — Cost Burden > 50%
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
5. Crowding (More than one person per room)
Renter Owner
Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
Total 0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
Total
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Small Related
1,075
820
105
2,000
195
295
425
915
Large Related
565
145
20
730
80
105
85
270
Elderly
560
270
65
895
395
285
165
845
Other
1,030
815
215
2,060
300
90
35
425
Total need by
income
3,230
2,050
405
5,685
970
775
710
2,455
Table 10 — Cost Burden > 50%
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
5. Crowding (More than one person per room)
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Renter
Owner
0-
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
0-
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
30%
50%
80%
100%
30%
50%
80%
100%
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Single family
households
755
625
525
210
2,115
50
60
35
15
160
Multiple,
unrelated family
households
135
270
195
55
655
0
25
10
30
65
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Table 11— Crowding Information — 1/2
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
Renter
Owner
0-
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
0-
>30-
>50-
>80-
Total
50%
80%
30%
50%
80%
100%
30%
50%
80%
100%
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
Other, non -family
Children Present
0
0
0
0
1 0
0
0
0
households
35
0
55
0
90
0
0
0
0
0
Total need by
925
895
775
265
2,860
50
85
45
45
225
income
Table 11— Crowding Information — 1/2
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
Table 12 — Crowding Information — 2/2
Data Source
Comments:
Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance.
HUD's data does not provide a breakdown of single person households in need of housing assistance. It
does provide information for "Other" households, which is defined by HUD as "an individual or
household that is not a family, living alone or with non -relatives." The 2007-2011 American Community
Survey does provide more data regarding one-person households. According to this source, the largest
segment of the City's single -person households are age 15 to 54, followed by single person households
age 65 and older (see Appendix Table B).
Table B seems to indicate that the majority of Costa Mesa's single -person households are an age where
they are reaching, or are in, their prime earning potential. The majority of this age group are renters
which seems to further indicate a more mobile population group, i.e., they may move in or out of the
city as employment opportunities and life situations change. Housing needs for this group of
households may focus on location to work centers, amenities, and affordable housing. The next largest
group of one-person households are homeowners age 65 and older (when combined with one-person
households age 74 and over). These households are most likely empty nesters or mobile home
owners. Housing needs for these households may focus on housing rehabilitation assistance in order to
improve their homes without incurring additional debt.
Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are disabled or
victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
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Renter
Owner
0-
>30-
>50-
Total
0-
>30-
>50-
Total
30%
50%
80%
30%
50%
80%
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
Households with
Children Present
0
0
0
0
1 0
0
0
0
Table 12 — Crowding Information — 2/2
Data Source
Comments:
Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance.
HUD's data does not provide a breakdown of single person households in need of housing assistance. It
does provide information for "Other" households, which is defined by HUD as "an individual or
household that is not a family, living alone or with non -relatives." The 2007-2011 American Community
Survey does provide more data regarding one-person households. According to this source, the largest
segment of the City's single -person households are age 15 to 54, followed by single person households
age 65 and older (see Appendix Table B).
Table B seems to indicate that the majority of Costa Mesa's single -person households are an age where
they are reaching, or are in, their prime earning potential. The majority of this age group are renters
which seems to further indicate a more mobile population group, i.e., they may move in or out of the
city as employment opportunities and life situations change. Housing needs for this group of
households may focus on location to work centers, amenities, and affordable housing. The next largest
group of one-person households are homeowners age 65 and older (when combined with one-person
households age 74 and over). These households are most likely empty nesters or mobile home
owners. Housing needs for these households may focus on housing rehabilitation assistance in order to
improve their homes without incurring additional debt.
Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are disabled or
victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
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OCHA reports that its 2012 housing assistance waitlist included 354 disabled Costa Mesa applicants — 54
of these applicants were households with minor children.
The State of California, Department of Justice reports that in 2013, 9,960 domestic violence -related calls
for assistance were reported to various Orange County law enforcement agencies. Orange County's
2014 Point -In -Time count of the region's homeless reported that 467 victims of domestic violence were
sheltered on the night of the count. With 3.6% of the County's population, it is estimated that at any
point in time, 17 Costa Mesa victims of domestic violence would be in need of housing assistance.
What are the most common housing problems?
Based on HUD's data (Table 7), an estimated 16,840 of the City's households, with incomes equal to the
county median income or less, are experiencing one of four "housing problems." More specifically,
based on this HUD data, approximately 80.0% of renter and owner households, regardless of income,
have a housing cost burden. With respect to crowding, HUD's data indicates that approximately 16.0%
of households are impacted by some form of crowding. Substandard housing is not a significant issue
(1.9% of listed households).
Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems?
As outlined above, based on HUD data, the most prevalent problem among Costa Mesa households is
cost burden. Crowding is problematic - housing lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities
represents less than 2% of the City's housing problems.
Housing Cost Burden (30% of income for housing) - The following findings are based on HUD data Table
9. Data is only for lower income households, i.e., households with an income equal to or less than 80%
AMI:
• Regardless of tenure, approximately 37.2% of Small Related, lower income Cost Mesa
households are housing cost burdened. This is the largest segment of households impacted by
housing cost burden.
• Among lower income renter households, the largest segment of cost burden households are
Small Related households (approximately 38.1%).
• Among extremely low-income renter households, approximately 53.8% of Elderly households
are cost burdened.
• Among lower income homeowner, the largest segment of cost burdened households are Elderly
households (approximately 39.8%).
• Among extremely low-income homeowners, approximately 63.4% of "Other" households are
cost burdened.
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Severe Cost Burden (50% of income for housing) - The following findings are based on HUD data Table
10. Data is only for lower income households, i.e., household with an income equal to or less than 80%
AMI:
• Regardless of tenure, approximately 35.8% of Small Related, lower income Cost Mesa
households are severely housing cost burdened. This is the largest segment of households
impacted by severe housing cost burden.
• Among lower income renter households, the largest segment of severely cost burden
households are "Other" households (approximately 36.2%).
• Among extremely low-income renter households, approximately 77.4% of Large Related
households are severely housing cost burdened.
• Among lower income homeowner, the largest segment of severely cost burdened households
are Small Related households (approximately 37.3%).
• Among extremely low-income homeowners, approximately 70.6% of Elderly households are
severely cost burdened.
Crowding - The following findings are based on HUD data Table 11. Data is only for households with an
income equal to or less than 100% AMI:
• 3,085 Costa Mesa households have a crowding issue. Of these households:
• Approximately 74% of single family renter households are living in crowded housing units.
• Over 71% of single family owner households are living in crowded housing units.
• Approximately 23.3% of renter and homeowner households that are occupied by "multiple,
unrelated family households," are crowded.
Describe the characteristics and needs of Low-income individuals and families with children
(especially extremely low-income) who are currently housed but are at imminent risk of
either residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered 91.205(c)/91.305(c)). Also discuss the
needs of formerly homeless families and individuals who are receiving rapid re -housing
assistance and are nearing the termination of that assistance
The National Alliance to End Homelessness suggests that households at risk of homelessness are often
on a fixed income or marginally employed. Due to limited income and high housing costs, at risk
households are typically cost burdened, and in most cases, severely cost burdened (National Alliance to
End Homelessness website, FAQ). Table 10 indicates that a significant number of Costa Mesa extremely
low-income households are severely cost burdened. An estimated 3,230 extremely low-income renter
households are paying more than 50% of income for housing —1,640 of these households are "related"
families. Table 10 also shows that an estimated 970 owner households are severely housing cost
burdened - it is important to note that the largest segment of at -risk homeowners are seniors (40.7%).
Senior households are most often on fixed incomes and living with significant medical issues making
their housing situation precarious.
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The City of Costa Mesa does not receive Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds or other HUD funding
that may be used for rapid re -housing, therefore, the City does not have any information regarding
formerly homeless families and individuals receiving rapid re -housing assistance that may be nearing the
termination of assistance.
If a jurisdiction provides estimates of the at -risk population(s), it should also include a
description of the operational definition of the at -risk group and the methodology used to
generate the estimates:
As indicated previously, extremely low-income households that are experiencing severe housing cost
burden are most at risk of becoming homeless. The methodology for estimating the number of renter
and owner households that may be at risk of homelessness is outlined above.
Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an
increased risk of homelessness
The National Alliance to End Homelessness has indicated that households with extremely low-income
and that are severely housing costs burdened are most at risk of becoming homeless.
Discussion
Based on HUD data, a significant percentage of low and moderate -income Costa Mesa households are
experiencing a housing problem. The most prevalent housing issue is housing cost:
• Among lower income households, Small Related households represent the largest segment of
households that are housing cost burdened (37.2%).
• Among lower income renter households, the largest segment of households impacted by
housing cost burden are Small Related households (38.1%), and among homeowners, Elderly
households represent the largest segment of households impacted by housing cost burden
(39.8%).
• Among lower income households, Small Related households represent the largest segment of
households that are severely housing cost burdened (35.8%)
• Among lower income renter households, the largest segment of households impacted
by severe housing cost burden are "Other" households (36.2%), and among homeowners, Small
Related households represent the largest segment of households impacted by severe housing
cost burden (37.3%).
HUD data indicates that substandard housing is not a significant issue in the City; however, crowded
housing, among households with an income equal to or less than 100% of AMI, is problematic:
• Less than 2% of the City's housing stock occupied by median income households lack complete
plumbing or kitchen facilities.
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• 73.7% of crowded housing units are occupied by single family households (with incomes equal
to or less than 100% AMI) — 23.3% of crowded housing units are occupied by "multiple,
unrelated family households."
There is a significant number of households in the City that are potentially at risk of homelessness.
These are households with extremely low income (0% to 30% AMI) that are paying more than 50% of
their income for housing (severely housing cost burdened). According to HUD data, 4,200 households
meet these characteristics (3,230 renter households and 970 owner households).
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NA -15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems — 91.205 (b)(2)
Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison
to the needs of that category of need as a whole.
Introduction
For this analysis, disproportionately greater need exists when the percentage of persons in a category of
need who are members of a particular racial or ethnic group is at least 10% points higher than the
percentage of persons in that category as a whole. For example, if 30% of the City's residents are
Hispanic, and HUD data indicates that 40.1% of extremely low-income Hispanic households have a
housing problem, then this group of Hispanics would be identified as having a disproportionally greater
need.
0%-30% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems
Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
4,420
680
335
White
2,265
390
220
Black / African American
40
0
0
Asian
360
175
115
American Indian, Alaska Native
30
0
0
Pacific Islander
60
55
0
Hispanic
1,625
55
0
Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0 - 30% AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room,
4. Cost Burden greater than 30%
30%-50% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
problems
problems
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
4,380
795
0
White
2,195
560
0
Black / African American
0
35
0
Asian
335
45
0
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Housing Problems
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
Jurisdiction as a whole
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
White
problems
problems
income, but none
Black / African American
45
95
of the other
Asian
390
310
housing problems
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
0
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
0
Hispanic
1,795
150
0
Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30 - 50% AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room,
4. Cost Burden greater than 30%
50%-80% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems
Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
5,280
3,000
0
White
2,820
1,770
0
Black / African American
45
95
0
Asian
390
310
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
69
60
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
0
Hispanic
1,870
735
0
Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room,
4. Cost Burden greater than 30%
80%-100% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
problems
problems
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
2,205
2,750
0
White
1,385
2,130
0
Black / African American
14
35
0
Asian
205
195
0
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Housing Problems
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
74,377
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
1.3%
problems
problems
income, but none
Asian
10,094
9.1%
of the other
729
0.7%
Some other race
housing problems
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
0
0
Pacific Islander
25
0
0
Hispanic
525
370
0
Table 16 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 - 100% AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room,
4. Cost Burden greater than 30%
UPDATED INFORMATION:
The table below provides updated information regarding the racial and ethnic composition of Costa
Mesa. Based on this Census data, Whites, Asians and Hispanics/Latinos are the largest racial/ethnic
minority populations in the City.
Race
Estimate
Percent
White
74,377
67.1%
Black or African American
1,468
1.3%
American Native and Alaska Native
302
.03%
Asian
10,094
9.1%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
729
0.7%
Some other race
20,363
18.4%
Two or more races
3,538
3.2%
Ethnicity
Estimate
Percent
Not Hispanic or Latino
71,853
64.8%
Hispanic or Latino
39,018
35.2%
Source: American Community Survey 2009-2013 DP05
* Sum may not total 100% due to estimate Margin of Error
Table 17 - Racial/Ethnic Composition of Costa Mesa
Discussion
Based on HUD's data provided in Tables 13 through 16, regardless of income, White, Asians, and
Hispanic households are experiencing one of the four HUD housing problems in roughly the same ratio
as their respective proportion of the City's population, that is, no racial/ethnic population is
experiencing a disproportionate housing problem.
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(b)(2)
Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison
to the needs of that category of need as a whole.
Introduction
As outlined above, HUD defines the existence of a "disproportionately greater need," when the
percentage of persons in a category of need who are members of a particular racial or ethnic group is at
least 10% points higher than the percentage of persons in the category as a whole. The difference from
the above assessment is the data below evaluates the disproportionately greater housing needs of
households that have a "severe" housing problem, that is, they have more than 1.5 persons per room
(versus 1.01 persons per room), and/or they pay more than 50% of household income for housing
(versus 30% of household income for housing).
0%-30% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
4,035
1,055
335
White
2,045
615
220
Black / African American
40
0
0
Asian
310
225
115
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
30
0
Pacific Islander
60
55
0
Hispanic
1,550
130
0
Table 17 — Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AN
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per
room, 4. Cost Burden over 50%
30%-50% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
problems
problems
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
3,050
2,125
0
White
1,515
1,240
0
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Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
Jurisdiction as a whole
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
White
problems
problems
income, but none
Black / African American
10
125
of the other
Asian
120
580
housing problems
Black / African American
0
35
0
Asian
200
185
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
0
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
0
Hispanic
1,315
635
0
Table 18 — Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per
room, 4. Cost Burden over 50%
50%-80% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
2,345
5,940
0
White
990
3,595
0
Black / African American
10
125
0
Asian
120
580
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
29
95
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
0
Hispanic
1,175
1,425
0
Table 19 — Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per
room, 4. Cost Burden over 50%
80%-100% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
problems
problems
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
685
4,270
0
White
350
3,160
0
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Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more
Has none of the
Household has
of four housing
four housing
no/negative
problems
problems
income, but none
of the other
housing problems
Black / African American
10
40
0
Asian
35
360
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
0
0
Pacific Islander
25
0
0
Hispanic
265
625
0
Table 20 — Severe Housing Problems 80 - 100% AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
*The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per
room, 4. Cost Burden over 50%
Discussion
As with the prior assessment of disproportionately greater housing need, based on HUD's data from
Tables 18 through 21, regardless of income, White, Asian, and Hispanic households are experiencing one
of the four HUD severe housing problems in proportion to their respective percentage of the City's
whole population with one exception — Hispanics with incomes of 50% to 80% of AMI. According to
HUD's data, 50.1% of this minority population group is disproportionately impacted by a housing
problem.
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Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison
to the needs of that category of need as a whole.
Introduction:
As indicated above, HUD defines the existence of a "disproportionately greater need," when the
percentage of persons in a category of need who are members of a particular racial or ethnic group is at
least 10% points higher than the percentage of persons in the category as a whole. Table 22 provides
HUD data solely regarding the cost burden of housing.
Housing Cost Burden
Housing Cost Burden
<=30%
30-50%
>50%
No / negative
income (not
computed)
Jurisdiction as a whole
21,595
9,050
8,479
335
White
15,295
5,375
4,890
220
Black / African
American
395
100
50
0
Asian
1,905
830
695
115
American Indian,
Alaska Native
64
90
4
0
Pacific Islander
120
0
70
0
Hispanic
3,505
2,410
2,705
0
Table 21— Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI
Data 2007-2011 CHAS
Source:
Discussion:
As with the previous tables, the HUD data from Table 22 indicates that White, Asians, and Hispanic
households are not experiencing a disproportionately greater housing need, in this case, housing cost
burden.
Overall, based on the HUD data, it appears that there is a small population of City residents that have a
disproportionate greater need — Hispanics households with incomes between 50% and 80% of AMI;
however, Table 21 indicates that this group of residents are is not housing cost burden, which seems to
indicate that this population is severely housing cost burdened which is consistent with data from Table
20.
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Are there any Income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has disproportionately
greater need than the needs of that income category as a whole?
As previously discussed, based on HUD data, it appears that in general White, Asians and
Hispanic/Latino households are experiencing a housing problem in proportion to Costa Mesa's overall
racial and ethnic composition with one exception — Hispanic households with incomes of 50% to 80% of
AMI. With a "disproportionate greater need" threshold of 45.2%, HUD data indicates 50.1% of this
group of Hispanics is experiencing one of four severe "housing problems."
If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs?
As indicated previously, HUD's data does not clearly identify which of the severe housing problems this
group of Hispanic households are specifically experiencing; however, housing problems are most likely
housing cost (i.e., using more than 50% of income for housing).
Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your
community?
There are no Census Tracts with over 50% Asian households (see Appendix Map 1). Costa Mesa's
Hispanic/Latino population can be found throughout the City; however, there are four Census Tracts
where over 50% of the population are of Hispanic/Latino origin (see Appendix Map 2).
• Census Tract 0638.08 — 75.45%
• Census Tract 0627.01— 75.36%
• Census Tract 0636.05 — 76.06%
• Census Tract 0636.04 — 64.43%
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Introduction
The City of Costa Mesa does not operate a HUD -funded public housing authority. The City works in partnership with the Orange County Housing
Authority (OCHA). The information provided in the tables below is for all communities served by OCHA; however, "Updated Information" was
provided by OCHA specifically for Costa Mesa. OCHA reports that as of June 30, 2014, 662 Costa Mesa households received a housing rental
subsidy (640 vouchers and 22 certificates).
Totals in Use
Program Type
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant-
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
# of units vouchers in use
0
0
0
10,825
0
10,418
187
207
10
Table 22 - Public Housing by Program Type (Multiple OC Cities)
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
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Characteristics of Residents
Program Type
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Homeless
37
Senior (62 yrs. and older)
Total
Project -
based
Tenant-
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Average Annual Income
0
0
0
16,476
0
16,470
17,239
15,594
Average length of stay
0
0
0
8
0
8
0
4
Average Household size
0
0
0
2
0
2
1
3
# Homeless at admission
0
0
0
87
0
5
72
10
# of Elderly Program Participants (>62)
0
0
0
4,926
0
4,884
38
3
# of Disabled Families
0
0
0
2,163
0
2,075
64
14
# of Families requesting accessibility
features
0
0
0
10,825
0
10,418
187
207
# of HIV/AIDS program participants
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
# of DV victims
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Table 23 — Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type (Multiple OC Cities)
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
UPDATED INFORMATION:
Updated information regarding characteristics of Costa Mesa households receiving housing rental assistance includes the following:
ASSISTED HOUSEHOLD CHARACTERISTIC
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Disabled
277
Veteran
24
Homeless
37
Senior (62 yrs. and older)
370
Table 24 - Updated Information: Characteristics of Residents Race of Residents
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Race of Residents
Program Type
Race
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Asian
105
American Indian/Alaska Native
Total
Project -
based
Tenant-
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
White
0
0
0
5,857
0
5,528
139
182
6
Black/African American
0
0
0
745
0
693
39
10
2
Asian
0
0
0
4,128
0
4,107
4
15
2
American Indian/Alaska
Native
0
0
0
64
0
60
4
0
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
0
31
0
30
1
0
0
Other
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition (Multiple
OC Cities)
Table 25 — Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
UPDATED INFORMATION:
Updated information regarding the race of Costa Mesa households receiving housing rental assistance includes the following:
Race
No. of Households
White
527
Black/African American
17
Asian
105
American Indian/Alaska Native
5
Pacific Islander
6
Other Multi -Racial
2
Table 26 - Updated Information: Race of Residents
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Ethnicity of Residents
Program Type
Ethnicity
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant-
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
Hispanic
0
0
0
1,941
0
1,814
34
87
4
Not Hispanic
0
0
0
8,884
0
8,604
153
120
6
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year,
Mainstream
Five-year, and Nursing Home
Transition (Multiple
OC Cities)
Table 27 — Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
Ethnicity of Residents
Updated information regarding the ethnicity of Costa Mesa households receiving housing rental assistance includes the following:
Ethnicity
No. of Households
Hispanic/Latino
121
Non-Hispanic/Latino
541
Table 28 - Updated Information: Ethnicity of Residents
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Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants
on the waiting list for accessible units:
Not Applicable
Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher holders
Not Applicable
How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large
Not Applicable
Discussion
As previously indicated, the City of Costa Mesa does not own or manage public housing. City residents
are served by OCHA. The City will continue to work in partnership with OCHA as necessary. These efforts
include consultation as part of the preparation of the City's Consolidated Plan and annual Action Plans,
and assisting OCHA with the preparation and certification of their Public Housing Authority (PHA) Plan.
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Introduction:
Homeless researchers typically use one of two methods to measure homelessness. One method attempts to count all the people who are
literally homeless on a given day or week (point -in -time counts). The second method examines the number of people who are homeless over a
given period, or period prevalence counts.
Every two years, Orange County undertakes an effort to enumerate all of the sheltered and unsheltered homeless people within the County in a
given twenty-four hour period. This homeless count is required by HUD regulations for recipients of certain homeless grant funds. The latest
count was conducted in January 2015; however, data from this enumeration is not yet available. The last completed/reported homeless count
was conducted in 2013. Based on information from the Orange County's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), on January 25,
2013, 88 homeless individuals were residing in "Costa Mesa" emergency or transitional shelter. The unsheltered portion of the count is an
estimate based on an one -morning count and survey that counts visibly homeless people in public places and then applies a statistical formula to
account for the geography not visited on the morning of the count. The 2013 Point -In -Time estimated that 61% of the region's homeless were
sheltered and 39% were unsheltered. Based on these percentages, it is estimated that there was 144 homeless individuals in Costa Mesa on the
day the 2013 County Point -In -Time count was conducted (88 sheltered and 54 unsheltered).
Since 2009, Vanguard University, in partnership with community service providers, faith -based organizations, and the City of Costa Mesa, has
conducted a point -in -time census of Costa Mesa's homeless, and also conducted a visual assessment of locations where the homeless
congregate. These efforts are independent of the Orange County CoC Point -In -Time homeless count. The 2009 and 2010 Vanguard's census
attempted to enumerate both sheltered and unsheltered homeless; however, since the primary purpose of the effort was to identify the
number of chronic homeless, since 2011, the enumeration has only focused on unsheltered homeless.
Approximately three months prior to the County's January 2013 homeless count, Vanguard interviewed and collected data from homeless
individuals at various locations throughout Costa Mesa. Vanguard staff analyzed the data collected by volunteers and determined there were
117 to 122 unsheltered homeless individuals in Costa Mesa. Even though these enumeration efforts were not conducted on the same night, the
cumulative number— 205 to 210 Costa Mesa sheltered and unsheltered homeless — is relatively consistent with Vanguard's 2010 and 2011
homeless counts when they did evaluate both sheltered and unsheltered populations. (In 2009, Vanguard estimated a total of 237 Costa Mesa
homeless and in 2010, 266 Costa Mesa homeless.)
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For the purpose of the Consolidated Plan, the City will utilized the 210 homeless figure for additional homeless population statistics; however, it
is important to stress this is an estimate. The table below is populated utilizing this combined homeless estimate. It is also important to note
that the Vanguard's 2012 homeless census does provide homeless families information, but it does provide some individual homeless statistics.
Similarly, the OC CoC data does not provide detailed information, such as homeless households with children, chronic homeless families, etc., by
community.
Homeless Needs Assessment
Population
Estimate the # of persons
experiencing homelessness
on a given night
Estimate the #
experiencing
homelessness
each year
Estimate the
# becoming
homeless
each year
Estimate the #
exiting
homelessness
each year
Estimate the #
of days persons
experience
homelessness
Sheltered
Unsheltered
Persons in Households with Adult(s)
and Child(ren)
0
0
0
0
0
0
Persons in Households with Only
Children
0
0
0
0
0
0
Persons in Households with Only
Adults
88
122
0
0
0
2,190
Chronically Homeless Individuals
6
34
0
0
0
2,190
Chronically Homeless Families
0
0
0
0
0
0
Veterans
11
16
0
0
0
2,190
Unaccompanied Child
0
0
0
0
0
0
Persons with HIV
3
1
0
0
0
0
Table 29 - Homeless Needs Assessment
Data Source Comments: Orange County CoC HMIS, 1/25/13 and Vanguard University You Count 5/22/13
Indicate if the homeless population is rural: City has No Rural Homeless
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If data is not available for the categories "number of persons becoming and exiting homelessness each year," and "number of
days that persons experience homelessness," describe these categories for each homeless population type (including chronically
homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth):
Chronic Homeless Individuals
The 2013 Orange County Point -In -Time indicates that 19% of all homeless persons were chronically homeless individuals. This data source also
indicates that 16% of this population was sheltered and 84% unsheltered. Based on this data, it is estimated there are 40 chronic homeless
individuals in Costa Mesa — six sheltered and 34 unsheltered.
Vanguard's 2012 homeless count collected a variety of demographic data regarding Costa Mesa's homeless population. This data included the
following:
• Of valid respondents, 50.3% were not "First Time Homeless."
• The average "total time on streets/shelters" was 5.99 years.
• 41.7% of respondents have a monthly income of $200 to $500.
• 18.7% were classified as disabled.
• 34.1% were receiving treatment for mental health issues.
Chronically Homeless Families and Families with Children
The Vanguard University homeless census did not include data regarding homeless families and families with children; however, according to the
2013 Orange County CoC Point -In -Time report, 17% of homeless households include children; however, the vast majority of homeless children
were sheltered. Specifically, of the estimated S37 homeless households with children identified in the County's 2013 Point In Time, only two
were unsheltered. The 2013 OC-CoC report also indicates there were only ten Chronically Homeless families at the time the Point -In -Time
survey was taken - only one of these unsheltered. Based on these countywide figures, it appears that most homeless families and families with
children are finding shelter.
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Veterans and their Families
Vanguard University's 2012 census of Costa Mesa's homeless found that 19%, or 23, of homeless individuals surveyed were veterans. This is
relatively consistent with the County's 2013 Point in Time count, which found that 13% of the surveyed homeless were veterans (40% were
sheltered and 60% unsheltered). No information regarding Costa Mesa families of veterans is provided.
Unaccompanied Youth
Vanguard's homeless census did not collect specific age information, however it did estimate that 14% to 19% of Costa Mesa's homeless were
"young" (roughly age 18 to 24). This translates to approximately 29 to 40 "young" homeless. No additional specific information is provided
regarding "unaccompanied youth." The County Point -In -Time reports that at the time of the census only 14 unaccompanied youth were
identified (0.3% of total homeless persons). Based on this data it is estimated there are no unaccompanied homeless youth in the City.
HIV AIDS
Vanguard's homeless count did not include any information regarding person with HIV/AIDS. The Orange County 2013 Point -In -Time estimated
that 2% of the homeless population was living with HIV/AIDS (70% were sheltered and 30% unsheltered). Based on this data, it is estimated
there are four homeless individuals with HIV/AIDS living in Costa Mesa.
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Nature and Extent of Homelessness: (Optional)
Race:
Sheltered:
Unsheltered (optional)
White
0
0
Black or African American
0
0
Asian
0
0
American Indian or Alaska
Native
0
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
Ethnicity:
Sheltered:
Unsheltered (optional)
Hispanic
0
0
Not Hispanic
0
0
Data Source
Comments:
Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with
children and the families of veterans.
The Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA) has provided the City with information regarding Costa
Mesa households that submitted applications for housing vouchers in 2012. This was the last time
OCHA opened its application process, and although some applicants may now be assisted or are no
longer living in the area, this data does provide a reasonable snapshot of housing need in Costa Mesa.
Based on this waitlist information, 1,071 Costa Mesa households applied for housing assistance in 2012
and were placed on OCHA's waitlist for housing assistance. Of this number, 352 were households with
children, 239 were listed as senior households (age 62 and older), and 354 of applicants indicate they
are disabled. With respect to veterans, 25 Costa Mesa veteran households were on the OCHA waitlist -
six of these households had children. OCHA estimates it will take approximately five years to work
through the entire current waitlist.
Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group.
As indicated above, Costa Mesa's homeless census did not collect data regarding race and
ethnicity. Similarly, the County Point -In -Time count did not provide race/ethnicity information for
sheltered homeless; however, it did report that the vast majority of the region's unsheltered homeless
are White (66.4%), and 28.0% are reported as Hispanic/Latino. It is reasonable to assume Costa Mesa's
homeless population is of similar ethnic/racial composition as the rest of the County.
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Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness.
As outlined above, based on the Orange County CoC's HMIS data, on January 25, 2013, 88 Costa Mesa
homeless were residing in emergency, transitional, or some other form of shelter. Approximately three
months earlier, the Vanguard University Costa Mesa homeless census estimated there were 122
unsheltered homeless in the City. Even though these enumeration efforts were not conducted on the
same night, the cumulative result — 210 Costa Mesa homeless — is consistent with prior Vanguard
University homeless counts when they did evaluate sheltered and unsheltered populations.
Discussion:
To address challenges caused by the City's homeless population, in January 2011 the City Council
formed a Homeless Task Force that brought together diverse members of the community. The goal of
the Task Force was to develop strategies and make recommendations that addressed the needs of Costa
Mesa residents, businesses and the homeless. The Task Force determined that best practices from other
cities indicate that a carrot -and -stick approach worked well, providing services to help the homeless get
off the street while enforcing ordinances when behavior impacts others. To this end the City has
established a coordinated homeless outreach program in order to respond to community concerns and
link homeless individuals with strong ties to the community with service and housing options. This
course of action appears to be warranted based on a homeless needs assessment: sheltered homeless
are primarily women and families with children; unsheltered homeless tend to be single males (72%)
who on average have been homeless for approximately six years. A notable portion of these unsheltered
homeless are veterans (19.2%) and 34.1% suffer from mental health issues. Approximately 50% of the
homeless in Costa Mesa have an annual income less than $6,000.
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NA -45 Non -Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b,d)
Introduction:
HUD requires that the Consolidated Plan to include a review of relevant data regarding the housing
needs of persons that require special supportive housing, but who are not homeless. Special need
populations include the following:
• Elderly/Frail elderly
• Persons with disabilities
• Persons and families with HIV/AIDS
• Public/Assisted housing residents
• Large Families
Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community:
Elderly/Frail Elderly: The housing needs of the elderly (individuals 62 and older) are challenging since
many elderly individuals are on fixed incomes. Adding to the challenge are the special housing needs of
the elderly that allow for greater accessibility and mobility.
In June 2012, OCHA reported it provided housing assistance to 370 senior households in Costa Mesa.
OCHA also reported that 239 Costa Mesa senior households were on their 2012 housing assistance
waitlist. With respect to senior homeowners, HUD data indicates that many senior homeowners are
using significant portions of their income to remain in their home, which leaves little to cover the cost to
maintenance and/or to repair their home.
Persons with Disabilities: OCHA reports that in June 2012 it provided housing assistance to 277
disabled households in Costa Mesa. OCHA also reports that 354 Costa Mesa disabled households are
were on their 2012 housing assistance waitlist. Disabled households have unique housing challenges as
units need to allow for greater accessibility and mobility.
Persons and families with HIV/AIDS: AIDS Services Foundation OC reports there are 2,998 persons in
the County presently living with HIV (non -AIDS), and 3,878 living with AIDS. According to the Orange
County Health Care Agency, in 2013, 14 new HIV diagnoses were reported in Costa Mesa. In 2014, the
City of Anaheim was designated as the recipient of HUD's Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS
(HOPWA) funds. Prior to 2014, Santa Ana received these funds on behalf of the entire County. Based on
information provided by Santa Ana, there is no housing solely dedicated to persons with HIV/AIDS in
Costa Mesa.
Public/Assisted housing residents: The City of Costa Mesa does not own or manage public housing
units. As previously indicated, the City works in partnership with the Orange County Housing Authority.
In June 2014, 662 Costa Mesa households were receiving a housing assistance voucher or certificate. An
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additional 1,071 Costa Mesa households are on the Authority's 2012 waitlist for housing assistance. It is
estimated that it will take at least five years for waitlist households to be assisted.
Large Families: HUD defines a household of five or more persons as a large household. The Orange
County Housing Authority reports that in June 2014, 15 "large" Costa Mesa households are receiving a
housing assistance voucher or certificate. An additional 66 "large" Costa Mesa households were on the
Authority's 2012 waitlist for housing assistance.
What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these
needs determined?
A variety of service providers working within the community help address the needs of special need
populations. Often the services provided by these agencies allow households to save limited financial
resources on items such as food, counseling and medical care, and use saved funds to help maintain or
seek appropriate housing.
With respect to housing, overcoming impediments to fair housing is critical for these populations (i.e.
reasonable accommodations). For renter households with housing cost burdens, housing assistance
vouchers and certificates may provide needed assistance. This assistance may also help ensure
households are housed in units that are safe, decent and appropriate in size (to minimize crowding).
With respect to homeowners, rehabilitation assistance may assist special need populations improve and
maintain their primary residence without incurring added debt.
Both service and housing needs of these special need populations have been determined by input from
a variety of sources including community stakeholders, service providers, government agencies (State,
County and neighboring municipalities), and respective City program staff.
Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families within
the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area:
Data provided by Aids Services Foundation Orange County indicates that in 2013, there were 2,998
persons living with HIV (non -AIDS) in Orange County. An additional 3,878 persons were living with AIDS.
The majority of these individuals were racially White and ethnically Hispanics. This data also indicates
the vast majority of individuals with HIV/AIDS are male between the ages of 30 and 39.
HUD has provided housing grant funds for persons living with HIV/AIDS. As the most populous city in
Orange County, Anaheim receives and administers the federal Housing Opportunities for Persons with
AIDS (HOPWA) grant for the entire county. As the recipient of HOPWA funds Anaheim is responsible for
assessing regional housing and service needs for individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. The
County's Health Care Agency (OC -HCA) is also responsible for administering federal grants provided by
the Department of Health and Human Services and for collecting data on HIV/AIDS patients.
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Discussion:
HUD has provided significant amounts of housing needs data for the City to assess. The City has also
evaluated other data sources in an effort to identify housing/service needs for special needs
populations. As one of the most expensive housing markets in the nation, it is not unexpected that
many special needs households are experiencing some form of housing issues. Based on HUD data, cost
burden is the most prevalent housing problem among special need populations.
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NA -50 Non -Housing Community Development Needs — 91.215 (f)
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Facilities:
Costa Mesa is one of Orange County's older communities; therefore, some of the City's facilities are
older and may be in need of upgrading. The City has invested substantial resources into improving its
public facilities and parks; however limited resources requires prioritization of future
improvements. Like most communities, the City of Costa Mesa has developed a Capital Improvement
Program aimed at upgrading public facilities throughout the City. The improvement plan calls for the
expenditure of over $203.8 million for various capital projects for fiscal years 2014-2015 through 2020-
2021. Planned facility improvements (with all resources) include the following:
Park Facility Improvements
■ Park improvements
■ Park expansion/development
Public Facilities
■ Library improvements
■ Fire station improvements
■ Police Station improvements
How were these needs determined?
Public facility improvement needs were identified by the City's Public Services staff and presented to the
City Council in a budget workshop. Budget workshops are public meetings, and residents and other
community stakeholders are provided the opportunity to provide input. Community workshops and
surveys provided residents direct input to prioritizing needs.
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Improvements:
As indicated above, Costa Mesa is one of Orange County's older communities; therefore, a sizable
portion of the City's infrastructure is older and may be in need of upgrading. The City has invested
substantial resources to improve its public infrastructure; however, limited resources require the
prioritization of future improvements. The City has developed a Capital Improvement Program aimed at
replacing and upgrading the public infrastructure and public facilities throughout the City. The
improvement plan calls for the expenditure of over $203.8 million for various capital projects for fiscal
years 2014-2015 through 2020-2021. Planned improvements (with all resources) include the following:
Neighborhood Improvements
■ Curbs, gutters and sidewalk improvements
■ Parkway and median improvements
■ Alleyway improvements
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■ Street improvements
Infrastructure Improvements
■ Water system improvements
■ Storm drain improvements
Traffic Improvements
■ Traffic signal upgrades
■ Traffic management programs
How were these needs determined?
Similar to public facility needs, public improvement needs were identified by the City's Public Services
staff and presented to the City Council in a budget workshop. Budget workshops are public meetings,
and residents and other community stakeholders are provided the opportunity to provide
input. Community workshops and surveys provided residents direct input to prioritizing needs.
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Services:
There are numerous public, social and faith -based agencies that serve Costa Mesa's residents. These
organizations meet the numerous social, health, education and public safety needs of residents. With
approximately 112,000 Costa Mesa residents, the demand for public and social services typically exceed
available resources thus necessitating a coordinated service delivery system.
How were these needs determined?
Public workshops, a community needs survey, and resident advisory committees provided direct input
to identify and prioritize public service needs. Ultimately the City Council authorizes the allocation of
limited CDBG resources.
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Housing Market Analysis
MA -05 Overview
Housing Market Analysis Overview:
The housing market analysis will evaluate a variety of Costa Mesa's housing stock characteristics
including tenure, cost, affordability, age, condition, and vacancy rates. As required, this analysis will also
analyze the City's public/assisted housing, housing resources for homeless (and those at risk of
becoming homeless), and special needs populations (e.g., disable and persons with HIV/AIDS). This
housing analysis will also examine barriers to affordable housing, including impediments to fair housing
choice.
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MA -10 Number of Housing Units — 91.210(a)&(b)(2)
Introduction
HUD has provided a variety of data regarding the City's housing stock based on the 2007-2011 American
Community Survey. This data is provided by HUD in various tables below.
All residential properties by number of units
Property Type
Number
Renters
1 -unit detached structure
17,240
40%
1 -unit, attached structure
4,044
9%
2-4 units
6,042
14%
5-19 units
6,531
15%
20 or more units
8,739
20%
Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc
946
2%
Total
43,542
1000/0
Table 30 — Residential Properties by Unit Number
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
UPDATED INFORMATION
Data from the State of California indicates that as of January 1, 2014, there were 42,160 housing units in
the City of Costa Mesa:
Property Type
Number
Renters
1 -unit detached structure
16,638
39.5%
1 -unit, attached structure
4,302
10.2%
2-4 units
5,714
13.5%
Five plus units
14,576
34.6%
Mobile Homes
930
2.2%
Total
42,160
100
Source: CA Dept of Finance Table2:E-5 1/1/14
Table 31- 2014 Residential Properties by Number of Units
Unit Size by Tenure
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Owners
Renters
Number
%
Number
No bedroom
50
0%
1,151 5%
1 bedroom
428
3%
7,070 30%
2 bedrooms
2,696
16%
11,846 50%
3 or more bedrooms
13,768
81%
3,711 16%
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Table 32 — Unit Size by Tenure
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with
federal, state, and local programs.
Appendix Table C provides an inventory of "units assisted with federal, state and local programs." This
table includes information regarding the number of units, and "targeting" of units.
Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for
any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts.
The California Housing Partnership, a private nonprofit organization dedicated to helping government
and nonprofit housing agencies preserve and expand the supply of affordable homes for lower-income
households throughout California, reports that there is one housing project in Costa Mesa that is at a
"high" risk level from being lost from the City's affordable housing inventory. Casa Bella is a 75 unit
senior housing project. Section 8 assistance at this project is set to expire in September 2015. City staff
has contacted HUD's Multi -Family unit to ascertain if preservation vouchers may be available for this
project. A second senior project (Saint John Manor) has Section 8 rental assistance set to expire in
December 2015; however, in 2007, the City provided HOME and redevelopment funds to assist with the
rehabilitation of this project so even though Section 8 assistance is slated to expire, all units will still be
available to low income seniors until 2062 (see Appendix Table Q.
Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population?
Based on HUD data from Tables 31 and 32, 49% of the City's housing units are 1 -unit attached and
detached single-family structures - 51% of housing units are multi -unit structures and mobile
homes. This data is consistent with the City's Housing Element which indicates that Costa Mesa has a
higher proportion of renter housing units than most communities in Orange County. The Housing
Element indicates that 43.4% of households in the City are owners, and 56.5% are renters. More recent
Census Bureau estimates indicate that 40.3% of Costa Mesa households are owners and 59.7% are
renters (2009-2013 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimate, Table B25003).
HUD data from Table 8 indicates that 45.4% of all Costa Mesa households, with an income of 0% to
100% of AMI, and regardless of tenure, are experiencing one or more of HUD's four housing
problems. HUD data from Tables 9 and 10 provide additional detail regarding households experiencing
housing cost burden and severe housing cost burden, respectively. These latter two tables provide data
on households with incomes ranging from 0% to 80% of AMI. Both tables indicate that regardless of
tenure, Small Related households are experiencing a housing cost burden problem at the highest rate
(based on percentages), followed by "Other" households, Elderly households, then Large Related
households. Finally, Table 11 indicates that there are "crowded" units in the City - 73.7% are single
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Owners I Renters
Number
% Number
%
Total
16,942
100% 23,778
101%
Table 32 — Unit Size by Tenure
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with
federal, state, and local programs.
Appendix Table C provides an inventory of "units assisted with federal, state and local programs." This
table includes information regarding the number of units, and "targeting" of units.
Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for
any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts.
The California Housing Partnership, a private nonprofit organization dedicated to helping government
and nonprofit housing agencies preserve and expand the supply of affordable homes for lower-income
households throughout California, reports that there is one housing project in Costa Mesa that is at a
"high" risk level from being lost from the City's affordable housing inventory. Casa Bella is a 75 unit
senior housing project. Section 8 assistance at this project is set to expire in September 2015. City staff
has contacted HUD's Multi -Family unit to ascertain if preservation vouchers may be available for this
project. A second senior project (Saint John Manor) has Section 8 rental assistance set to expire in
December 2015; however, in 2007, the City provided HOME and redevelopment funds to assist with the
rehabilitation of this project so even though Section 8 assistance is slated to expire, all units will still be
available to low income seniors until 2062 (see Appendix Table Q.
Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population?
Based on HUD data from Tables 31 and 32, 49% of the City's housing units are 1 -unit attached and
detached single-family structures - 51% of housing units are multi -unit structures and mobile
homes. This data is consistent with the City's Housing Element which indicates that Costa Mesa has a
higher proportion of renter housing units than most communities in Orange County. The Housing
Element indicates that 43.4% of households in the City are owners, and 56.5% are renters. More recent
Census Bureau estimates indicate that 40.3% of Costa Mesa households are owners and 59.7% are
renters (2009-2013 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimate, Table B25003).
HUD data from Table 8 indicates that 45.4% of all Costa Mesa households, with an income of 0% to
100% of AMI, and regardless of tenure, are experiencing one or more of HUD's four housing
problems. HUD data from Tables 9 and 10 provide additional detail regarding households experiencing
housing cost burden and severe housing cost burden, respectively. These latter two tables provide data
on households with incomes ranging from 0% to 80% of AMI. Both tables indicate that regardless of
tenure, Small Related households are experiencing a housing cost burden problem at the highest rate
(based on percentages), followed by "Other" households, Elderly households, then Large Related
households. Finally, Table 11 indicates that there are "crowded" units in the City - 73.7% are single
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family households and 23.3% are "multiple, unrelated family households." Together this data appears
to indicate that there is a sufficient supply of housing in Costa Mesa; however, for a significant
percentage of residents the cost of housing is problematic.
The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) undertakes a Regional Housing Needs
Assessment (RHNA) to quantify the future need for housing within a five -county region. The current
RHNA was adopted by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) in 2012. The future
need for new housing was primarily determined by the forecasted growth in households in a
community. The RHNA quantified the anticipated need for housing for the 7% -year period from January
2014 to October 2021. After the total housing need was determined for the SCAG region, RHNA
allocations to individual jurisdictions were developed by SCAG based on local input and the state -
mandated methodology. The distribution of housing need by income category for each jurisdiction was
adjusted to avoid an overconcentration of lower-income households in any community. SCAG data
resulted in a housing need of just two units for Costa Mesa.
Describe the need for specific types of housing:
Housing data provided by HUD indicates that 41.6% of the City's housing units are occupied by owners —
58.4% are occupied by renters. HUD data in the Housing Needs Assessment also indicates that a
significant number of Costa Mesa households are housing cost burdened, and that a substantial number
of housing units are also crowded. In general, homeowners are just as impacted by housing cost burden
as are renter households.
Based on HUD's data, Small Related households, regardless of tenure, are the largest segment of lower
income households that are experiencing a housing cost burden. HUD data also indicates that
approximately 80% of Costa Mesa rental units are one or two-bedroom units compared to 19% of owner
units. Conversely, 81% of the City's owner units are three -bedrooms while just 16% of rental units have
three rooms. This data appears to indicates that there may be an imbalance in the City's current housing
stock (in terms of tenure and size) when compared to the types of households currently occupying
units.
For the 2014-2021 time period, SCAG has determined that the City's regional housing needs assessment
allocation is two units (one unit extremely low-income housing unit and one low-income unit). As stated
previously, SCAG takes into account future growth and previous building activity when developing
housing allocations. This low RHNA allocation is probably due to the fact that Costa Mesa is considered
to be built out, and development activity has been tempered by the recession. The City's Housing
Element has identified several underutilized parcels that have the potential to be developed into
housing. It is possible that these future units may help to balance the City's housing stock and offer
residents new housing options.
Discussion
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HUD's data indicates that there is a significant number of households that are paying over 30% of their
income for housing. The fact that there are more rental units in the City than ownership units, and that
most rental units are one and two-bedroom units (80% of rental units) while most ownership units are
three-bedroom units creates a disparity. This imbalance in tenure and unit size can result in households
paying too much for housing that is not adequate in size for their family. The City has identified some
sites that may be suitable for future housing development, and which may ultimately be able to provide
Costa Mesa residents with new housing options.
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MA -15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a)
Introduction
A May 2014 Forbes Magazine article identified Orange County the third least affordable housing market
for the middle class among the top ten priced housing markets in the nation. Data Quick, estimates the
median Costa Mesa home sales price in March 2015 was $625,000 for zip code 92626, and $670,000 for
zip code 92627. The Orange County Register reported that in January 2015, the average Orange County
rent was $1,781. One online service (myapartmentmap.com) lists the median rental rate for a two
bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa at $1,937 (as of February 2015).
Cost of Housing
Table 33 — Cost of Housing
Data Source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2007-2011 ACS (Most Recent Year)
Rent Paid
Base Year: 2000
Most Recent Year: 2011
% Change
Median Home Value
263,700
617,000
134%
Median Contract Rent
903
1,404
55%
Table 33 — Cost of Housing
Data Source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2007-2011 ACS (Most Recent Year)
Rent Paid
Number
Owner
Less than $500
1,117
4.7%
$500-999
2,203
9.3%
$1,000-1,499
11,021
46.4
$1,500-1,999
7,175
30.2
$2,000 or more
2,262
9.5%
Total
23,778
100.0%
Table 34 - Rent Paid
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Housing Affordability
Units affordable to Households
earning
Renter
Owner
30% HAMFI
740
No Data
50% HAMFI
1,530
480
80% HAMFI
9,995
780
100% HAMFI
No Data
1,095
Total
12,265
2,355
Table 35 — Housing Affordability
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
Monthly Rent
Monthly Rent ($)
Efficiency (no
bedroom)
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
3 Bedroom
4 Bedroom
Fair Market Rent
1,126
1,294
1,621
2,268
2,525
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Monthly Rent ($)
Efficiency (no
bedroom)
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
3 Bedroom
4 Bedroom
High HOME Rent
1,076
1,154
1,387
1,594
1,759
Low HOME Rent
843
903
1,083
1,252
1,397
Table 36 — Monthly Rent
Data Source: HUD FMR and HOME Rents
Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels?
Based on HUD data tables above, it appears there is a limited supply of housing units affordable to
extremely low-income and very low-income renter household. Lower income homeowners would also
find it difficult to secure housing that is priced at a level that would allow them to avoid a housing cost
burden.
How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or
rents?
Orange County's housing market, as a whole, has recovered from the steep drops in values experienced
in 2008 and 2009. Data Quick reports that Orange County median home purchase prices increased
9.35% from 2013 to 2014. For this same time period, Costa Mesa's median home price increased 8.7%
for Zip Code 92626, and 18.6% for Zip Code 92627. As demand continues to increase housing costs will
most likely continue to increase.
A May, 2014 Forbes Magazine article identified Orange County as the third "Least Affordable Housing
Markets for the Middle Class." This article estimated that in May 2014 only 24% of the middle class
could afford a median size for -sale home in Orange County.[1] With respect to rents, in January 2015,
the Orange County Register reported that average rent in the County was $1,781, up $81 from a year
earlier. The article also reported that the Orange County average rent is the seventh highest among
large U.S. metro areas such as New York and San Francisco.[2] As previously stated, an online service
listed the February 2015 median rent for a two-bedroom unit in Costa Mesa at $1,937.
[1] Top 10 Least And Most Expensive Housing Markets For Today's Middle Class, Forbes, online, May 14, 2014.
[2] Orange County Register, January 23, 2015. RealFacts: Apartment rents up 5% in 2014).
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How do HOME rents / Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this
impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing?
Based on the current median rent for a two-bedroom unit, both HOME rents and Fair Market Rent are
significantly lower. As indicated above, median rent for a two-bedroom unit in Costa Mesa is estimated
at $1,937; based on data from Table 37, the current FRM for a two -bedroom unit in the City is
approximately $330 less. HOME rents range from approximately $550 to $850 less than the current
median rent for a two-bedroom unit.
Discussion
Evaluation of the City's housing market seems to support the findings in the Housing Needs Assessment,
that is, that many lower income households in Costa Mesa are cost burdened, especially extremely low-
income and very low-income households. Limited housing options exist at rent or purchase prices
points that are affordable to lower income households. Recent data indicates rents and home prices
continue to rise as the economy improves.
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MA -20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing — 91.210(a)
Introduction
The City of Costa Mesa's housing stock is generally well maintained. This analysis will evaluate the
condition of the City's housing stock by mainly evaluating the age of the housing stock and if there is a
prevalence of "housing problems."
Definitions
A property in "substandard condition" means any dwelling unit that contains a circumstance that
endangers the life, limb, health, property, safety, or welfare of the public or the occupants. The
conditions that make a property a "substandard dwelling" are defined in detail in the California Health
and Safety Code. For purposes of the CDBG program, "substandard condition but suitable for
rehabilitation" means that the cost of remedying all substandard conditions plus the current value of the
property does not exceed the after -rehabilitation value of the property.
The four housing conditions that HUD attributes as substandard or problematic are (1) lack of complete
kitchen facilities, (2) lack of complete plumbing facilities, (3) more than one person per room, and 4)
cost burden greater than 30%.
Condition of Units
Condition of Units
Owner -Occupied
Renter -Occupied
Number
%
Number
%
With one selected Condition
6,966
41%
10,778
45%
With two selected Conditions
91
1%
2,094
9%
With three selected Conditions
0
0%
45
0%
With four selected Conditions
0
0%
8
0%
No selected Conditions
9,885
58%
10,853
46%
Total
16,942
100%
23,778
100%
Table 37 - Condition of Units
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Year Unit Built
Year Unit Built
Owner -Occupied
Renter -Occupied
Number
%
Number
%
2000 or later
701
4%
1,217
5%
1980-1999
2,735
16%
4,259
18%
1950-1979
12,640
75%
17,260
73%
Before 1950
866
5%
1,042
4%
Total
16,942
1000/0
23,778
100%
Table 38 — Year Unit Built
Data Source: 2007-2011 CHAS
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Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard
Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard
Owner -Occupied
Renter -Occupied
Number
%
Number
%
Total Number of Units Built Before 1980
13,506
80%
18,302
77%
Housing Units build before 1980 with children present
530
3%
550
2%
Table 39 — Risk of Lead -Based Paint
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS (Total Units) 2007-2011 CHAS (Units with Children present)
Vacant Units
Table 40 - Vacant Units
Data Source: 2005-2009 CHAS
UPDATED INFORMATION:
Few reliable data sources were found regarding vacant units and REO properties. Based on data from
the State of California Department of Labor, there were 2,176 vacant units in the City on January 1, 2014
(approximately 5.2% of the City's housing stock). Based on information from Trulia.com, as of March 31,
2015, there were 119 bank -owned foreclosed properties for sale in Costa Mesa. Due to the strong
demand for housing in Orange County, very few, if any, abandoned properties can be found.
Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation
Based on data from Table 39, approximately 80% of the City's owner housing stock was built prior to
1979. Generally, homes built within the last 30 years are in good shape with little repair required.
Homes begin to show age after 30 years and can require significant maintenance and even extensive
rehabilitation. Data from the Housing Needs Assessment indicate that many lower income homeowners
are expending more than 30% of their income on housing. City -funded housing rehabilitation assistance
can help these homeowners maintain and improve their homes without incurring additional housing
costs. The City has assisted an average of 21 homeowners with rehabilitation loans and grants over the
last four years. Resources for housing rehabilitation have been significantly reduced (loss of
redevelopment in 2012 and a 60% reduction in HOME funds in 2012); however, it is anticipated that the
City will be able to continue to assist approximately 10 households per year with rehabilitation
assistance.
Table 39 also indicates that approximately 77% of the City's rental housing stock was build prior to 1979;
however, it is important to note that the approximately 35% of the City's rental housing stock is
comprised of buildings or developments with five or more housing units. These larger complexes are
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Suitable for
Rehabilitation
Not Suitable for
Rehabilitation
Total
Vacant Units
NA
NA
NA
Abandoned Vacant Units
NA
NA
NA
REO Properties
NA
NA
NA
Abandoned REO Properties
NA
NA
NA
Table 40 - Vacant Units
Data Source: 2005-2009 CHAS
UPDATED INFORMATION:
Few reliable data sources were found regarding vacant units and REO properties. Based on data from
the State of California Department of Labor, there were 2,176 vacant units in the City on January 1, 2014
(approximately 5.2% of the City's housing stock). Based on information from Trulia.com, as of March 31,
2015, there were 119 bank -owned foreclosed properties for sale in Costa Mesa. Due to the strong
demand for housing in Orange County, very few, if any, abandoned properties can be found.
Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation
Based on data from Table 39, approximately 80% of the City's owner housing stock was built prior to
1979. Generally, homes built within the last 30 years are in good shape with little repair required.
Homes begin to show age after 30 years and can require significant maintenance and even extensive
rehabilitation. Data from the Housing Needs Assessment indicate that many lower income homeowners
are expending more than 30% of their income on housing. City -funded housing rehabilitation assistance
can help these homeowners maintain and improve their homes without incurring additional housing
costs. The City has assisted an average of 21 homeowners with rehabilitation loans and grants over the
last four years. Resources for housing rehabilitation have been significantly reduced (loss of
redevelopment in 2012 and a 60% reduction in HOME funds in 2012); however, it is anticipated that the
City will be able to continue to assist approximately 10 households per year with rehabilitation
assistance.
Table 39 also indicates that approximately 77% of the City's rental housing stock was build prior to 1979;
however, it is important to note that the approximately 35% of the City's rental housing stock is
comprised of buildings or developments with five or more housing units. These larger complexes are
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typically professionally managed and well maintained. In past years the City offered a rental
rehabilitation program but few property owners took advantage of the program so funds were
redirected to homeowner rehabilitation assistance. With severe reductions to HOME funds and the loss
of redevelopment funding, it will be difficult to fund a new rental rehabilitation program. Furthermore,
as "rental" units, property owners are provided tax incentives to maintain and improve their properties
with private funds. Nevertheless, to ensure both rental and owner -occupied housing units are
maintained at a safe and decent standard, the City will enforce housing and building codes and when
applicable, will refer homeowners to the City's Housing Rehabilitation program.
Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low or Moderate Income Families with LBP
Hazards
Lead based -paint was banned in the United States in 1978. Table 40 indicates there are an estimated
31,808 housing units in Costa Mesa that were constructed before 1979. Data obtained in consultation
with the California Department of Public Health, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch, indicates
that between 2010 and 2014 (partial year), there were 177 Costa Mesa children under the age of six that
were reported with high blood lead values (> 4.5 ug/d L) (see Appendix Table D). It is important to note
that the data provided from the State does not identify the source of the high blood lead levels. Recent
studies indicate that pottery, candy, and food wrappers from non -U.S. sources are more common
sources of lead poisoning than paint.
While data indicates lead based -paint hazards are not a significant issue in Costa Mesa, all City -funded
housing rehabilitation projects are tested for lead if a unit was constructed before 1978.
Discussion
According to HUD data, the vast majority of housing units in the City were constructed more than 40
years ago. Unless properly maintained, homes begin to show age after 30 years and can require
significant maintenance and even extensive rehabilitation. Additionally, residences constructed before
1978 may have lead based -paint hazards. The City has established a housing rehabilitation program to
assist lower income homeowners improve and maintain their home, and when necessary, remove lead
based -paint hazards.
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MA -25 Public and Assisted Housing — 91.210(b)
Introduction
There is no public housing in the City of Costa Mesa - OCHA operates the rental assistance program within the City.
Totals Number of Units
Program Type
Certificate
Mod -Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -based
Tenant -based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
# of units vouchers
available
9,925
879
1,669
0
# of accessible units
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream
Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition (Multiple
OC Cities)
Table 41— Total Number of Units by Program Type
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
Describe the supply of public housing developments:
Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction, including those that are participating in an
approved Public Housing Agency Plan:
Not applicable
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Public Housing Condition
Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score
Table 42 - Public Housing Condition
Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction:
Not applicable
Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of low -
and moderate -income families residing in public housing:
Not applicable
Discussion:
As indicated above, the City of Costa Mesa does not operate a public housing authority.
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MA -30 Homeless Facilities and Services — 91.210(c)
Introduction
As previously discussed, the OC CoC conducts a biennial count of the homeless, and the City (in partnership with Vanguard University) conducts
an annual census of the City's homeless. Based on data from the respective homeless counts, it is estimated that there are 210 Costa Mesa
homeless at any point in time — approximately 88 are shelter and 122 are unsheltered.
Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households
Table 43 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households
Data Source Comments:
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Emergency Shelter Beds
Transitional
Housing Beds
Permanent Supportive Housing
Beds
Year Round Beds
(Current & New)
Voucher/
Seasonal/
Overflow Beds
Current & New
Current & New
Under
Development
Households with Adult(s) and
Child(ren)
0
0
80
0
0
Households with Only Adults
0
0
0
0
0
Chronically Homeless Households
0
0
0
0
0
Veterans
0
0
0
0
0
Unaccompanied Youth
0
0
0
0
0
Table 43 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households
Data Source Comments:
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Describe mainstream services, such as health, mental health, and employment services to the
extent those services are use to complement services targeted to homeless persons
Since 2012, the City of Costa Mesa has directly funded homeless outreach and engagement services,
initially with CDBG funds and more recently with City General Funds. Program staff works closely with
nonprofit, public and faith -based organizations to coordinate outreach and referral services for
homeless individuals with strong ties to the community. Program staff works closely with clients to
identify and qualify individuals/households for appropriate mainstream services and resources.
Examples of mainstream services available include veterans housing vouchers, veteran medical services,
MediCal/Medicare, SSI, and General Relief.
List and describe services and facilities that meet the needs of homeless persons, particularly
chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their
families, and unaccompanied youth. If the services and facilities are listed on screen SP -40
Institutional Delivery Structure or screen MA -35 Special Needs Facilities and Services,
describe how these facilities and services specifically address the needs of these populations.
As indicated in Table 44, there are 80 transitional housing beds in the City of Costa Mesa. These units
are targeted for victims of domestic violence (50 beds) and for families with children (30 beds). There
also are several shelters in surrounding communities that also provide housing and services for City
residents (see Appendix Table E).
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MA -35 Special Needs Facilities and Services — 91.210(d)
Introduction
HUD requires that the City provide an overview of supportive housing currently available in the
community for populations with special needs.lncluding the elderly, frail elderly, persons with
disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), persons with alcohol or other drug addictions,
persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, public housing residents and any other categories
the jurisdiction may specify, and describe their supportive housing needs
Senior and Frail Elderly: There are several skilled nursing and residential care facilities located in Costa
Mesa. Based on consultation with the Council on Aging, it has been determined that there are 1,044
residential care beds in 44 facilities in Costa Mesa. The bulk of these facilities are six -bed facilities
operating mainly in residential neighborhoods. There are nine facilities in the City with total beds
ranging from 12 to 299.
According to Appendix Table C, there are four publicly assisted senior housing projects in the City with a
total of 471 "affordable" senior units.
Group Homes/Quarters: The State reports that in January 2014, there were 2,711 Costa Mesa residents
living in a group home. Examples of group home settings included home for the mentally challenged and
physically disabled, and those recovering from substance addiction. As indicated above, there are over
1,000 beds in a group home setting for the disabled and elderly.
Also, as previously reported, the California Department of Health Care Services reports there are 491
licensed sober living beds in the City — 26.7% of all sober living beds in the County. The County's Health
Care Agency reports that between 2011 and 2013, it referred 442 Costa Mesa clients for alcohol and
drug abuse residential treatment services.
HIV/AIDS Housing: As stated previously, at the present time there are no shelters or permanent housing
units specifically for persons with HIV/AIDS in Costa Mesa.
Public Housing Residents: There is no public housing in Costa Mesa; however, OCHA reports that in June
2014, a total of 662 households in Costa Mesa are receiving a rental housing voucher or certificate.
Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health
institutions receive appropriate supportive housing
The OC CoC is responsible for developing the region's 10 Year Plan to end homelessness. This plan
includes the region's discharge plan, which aims to ensure that individuals leaving institutional or
medical facilities do not exit directly into homelessness. The City is supportive of the CoC's planning
efforts. The plan outlines protocols for discharge from public facilities (such as jails) and public systems
(such as the foster care system). The plan establishes protocols to identify and assess those at -risk of
homelessness and link them to needed services. (Note: Portions of the plan remain to be developed and
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supported.) Additionally, the City's Homeless Outreach Program works closely with the Costa Mesa
Police Department and other service providers to identify "new" homeless in the community. City
outreach staff will attempt to engage these individuals to ascertain if there is an opportunity to
reconnect individuals with housing and a support services in their original hometown, or they will
attempt to directly link individuals to appropriate supportive housing and services.
Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address
the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with
respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year
goals. 91.315(e)
As resources permit, the City will support programs that will help link the homeless and special need
populations to appropriate support services and housing. CDBG funding is typically allocated for a
senior program that provide counseling, referrals and food. Such services aim to help seniors remain
housed in place. Services for adults with developmental disabilities will also be addressed with CDBG
funding. Employment opportunities will be developed for special needs residents, and while this
program will not create new housing opportunities, the program will help participants earn additional
income that can be used to obtain or retain appropriate housing.
Also, CDBG funding will be allocated for transitional housing and rapid rehousing. Funds will focus on
single adults and also families with children. City funding will be used by subrecipient agencies to
provide housing subsidies and supportive services.
For entitlement/consortia grantees: Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to
undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs
identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless but
have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. (91.220(2))
The City's HOME funding was reduced by over 50% in 2012. With limited HOME funds, the City has
focused these limited resources for single-family housing rehabilitation loans and grants. The City's
Neighborhood Improvement Grant program is particularly popular among senior households. The
program is limited to households earning less than 50% of AMI; however, most program participants are
extremely low-income. By providing housing rehabilitation grants, the City is able to help residents with
housing cost burden to improve their homes without increasing their housing costs.
HOME CHDO funds are also available; however, due to the limited amount of these funds, it has been
difficult to attract CHDO interest to use this funding. Finally, while not presently slated for funding,
there is the possibility that the City may choose to support a Tenant Based Rental Assistance program
sometime during the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan cycle. This program would most likely focus on
homeless individuals and homeless families.
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MA -40 Barriers to Affordable Housing — 91.210(e)
Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment
According to the City's Housing Element, actions or policies of numerous governmental agencies can
impact the ability of the private sector to provide adequate housing to meet consumer demands. Local
governments exercise a number of regulatory and approval powers that directly impact residential
development within their respective jurisdiction. These powers establish the location, intensity, and
type of units that may or may not be developed. The City's General Plan, zoning regulations, project
review and approval procedures, development and processing fees all play important roles in
determining the cost and availability of housing opportunities in Costa Mesa.
GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING
The Costa Mesa General Plan and zoning establishes the location and amount of land that will be
allocated to residential development, and the intensity of development (in terms of unit densities and
total number of units) that will be permitted. Densities and other development standards can drive the
cost of developing housing and thus the ultimate cost.
LOCAL ENTITLEMENT PROCESSING AND FEES
Two aspects of local government that have been criticized as placing undue burdens on the ability to
build affordable housing are the fees or other exactions required of developers to obtain project
approval, and the time delays caused by the review and approval process. Critics contend that lengthy
review periods increase financial and carrying costs, and that fees and exactions increase expenses.
These costs are in part passed onto the prospective homebuyer in the form of higher purchase prices or
higher rents in the case of tenants.
Processing Procedures: The time required to process a project varies tremendously from one project to
another and is directly related to the size and complexity of the proposal and the number of actions or
approvals needed to complete the process.
Planning and Development Fees: Fees charged by the City are generally lower than surrounding cities.
The developer is required to pay certain fees for only the net increase of residential units on site. Fees,
land dedications, or improvements are also required in most instances to provide an adequate supply of
public park land and to provide necessary public improvements (streets, sewers, and storm drains) to
support the new development. Fees are based on the significance of the necessary public works
improvements thus vary from project to project. While such costs are charged to the developer, most, if
not all, additional costs are passed to the ultimate product consumer in the form of higher prices or
rents. Various governmental agencies also charge fees depending on the service and the location of the
project.
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ON -/OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS
Costs associated with site improvements are an important component of new residential development
costs. Site improvement costs are applied to provide sanitary sewer and water service to a project, to
make necessary transportation improvements, and to provide other infrastructure to the project. The
City may require the payment for various offsite improvements as part of project mitigation measures
(e.g., payment towards an offsite traffic signal). The City's on- and off-site improvement requirements
are typical for urban development in a highly developed community. While these improvements add to
the cost of housing, they do not constrain housing development as these improvements are similarly
required in all surrounding communities.
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MA -45 Non -Housing Community Development Assets — 91.215 (f)
Introduction
Developing economic opportunities, especially for low and moderate -income persons is a HUD priority. The City does not fund economic
development activities with CDBG funds, but it does use public service grant funds to support programs that help individuals improve their job
skills. The City also invests General Fund resources toward economic development activities.
Economic Development Market Analysis
Business Activity
Business by Sector
Number of
Workers
Number of Jobs
Share of Workers
%
Share of Jobs
%
Jobs less workers
%
Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction
398
25
1
0
-1
Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations
5,731
9,131
15
14
-1
Construction
1,945
2,927
5
4
-1
Education and Health Care Services
5,206
9,104
14
14
0
Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate
3,736
5,294
10
8
-2
Information
1,221
1,348
3
2
-1
Manufacturing
3,925
5,112
11
8
-3
Other Services
1,863
2,283
5
3
-2
Professional, Scientific, Management Services
4,974
11,576
13
18
5
Public Administration
0
0
0
0
0
Retail Trade
4,926
12,611
13
19
6
Transportation and Warehousing
982
836
3
1
-2
Wholesale Trade
2,462
5,191
7
8
1
Total
37,369
65,438
--
--
--
Table 44 - Business Activity
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS (Workers), 2011 Longitudinal Employer -Household Dynamics (Jobs)
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Labor Force
Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force
65,241
Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over
60,131
Unemployment Rate
7.83
Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24
21.42
Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65
5.73
Table 4S - Labor Force
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Occupations by Sector Number of People
Management, business and financial
17,259
Farming, fisheries and forestry occupations
2,442
Service
6,059
Sales and office
15,907
Construction, extraction, maintenance and repair
3,954
Production, transportation and material moving
2,807
Table 46 — Occupations by Sector
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Travel Time
Travel Time
Number
Percentage
< 30 Minutes
40,836
74%
30-59 Minutes
10,998
20%
60 or More Minutes
3,375
6%
Total
55,209
100%
Table 47 - Travel Time
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Education:
Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older)
Educational Attainment
In Labor Force
Civilian Employed
Unemployed
Not in Labor
Force
Less than high school graduate
6,560
463
2,235
High school graduate (includes
equivalency)
8,353
595
2,157
Some college or Associate's degree
16,787
1,515
3,192
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Educational Attainment
In Labor Force
18-24 yrs
Civilian Employed
Unemployed
Not in Labor
Force
Bachelor's degree or higher
18,722
1,120
2,693
Table 48 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Educational Attainment by Age
Table 49 - Educational Attainment by Age
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Educational Attainment- Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Educational Attainment
Age
18-24 yrs
25-34 yrs
35-44 yrs
45-65 yrs
65+ yrs
Less than 9th grade
562
977
1,723
1,899
751
9th to 12th grade, no diploma
1,539
2,060
1,425
1,174
549
High school graduate, GED, or
alternative
3,111
3,915
3,468
3,722
2,252
Some college, no degree
4,668
4,511
3,404
7,271
2,288
Associate's degree
941
1,816
1,403
3,160
938
Bachelor's degree
1,394
6,307
3,655
5,848
1,715
Graduate or professional degree
32
2,200
1,856
2,669
1,166
Table 49 - Educational Attainment by Age
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Educational Attainment- Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Educational Attainment
Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Less than high school graduate
18,802
High school graduate (includes equivalency)
31,375
Some college or Associate's degree
40,332
Bachelor's degree
54,563
Graduate or professional degree
66,913
Table 50 - Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within
your jurisdiction?
• Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations - 14%
• Education and Health Care Services - 13%
• Retail Trade - 12%
• Professional, Scientific, Management Services - 12%
• Manufacturing - 10%
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Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community:
Improvements to major transportation corridors in the City have been identified as some of the
infrastructure improvements that are needed to support business and overall commerce. The City's
Capital Improvement Plan identifies improvements on Bristol, 19th Street and Harbor Boulevard over
the next seven years. These streets provide major north/south and east/west access into and through
the City. Additional public infrastructure improvements identified that will assist local businesses
include storm/flood water system improvements. CDBG funding will not be available to undertake the
major transportation corridor improvements; however, depending on the location and primary
beneficiaries of storm/flood water improvements, CDBG funding may be available.
Describe any major changes that may have an economic impact, such as planned local or
regional public or private sector investments or initiatives that have affected or may affect
job and business growth opportunities during the planning period. Describe any needs for
workforce development, business support or infrastructure these changes may create.
The City is in the process of further refining its Economic Development Plan with a focus on attracting
and retaining key businesses in Costa Mesa. The City will market itself on a regional and nationwide
basis, and strive to improve the business climate within the City. The City has facilitated new companies
getting started, and has assisted existing companies expand through responsive customer service.
How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment
opportunities in the jurisdiction?
The Orange County Business Council and the Orange County Workforce Investment Board have recently
published their 2014-2015 Orange County Workforce Indictors Report. The report provides information
regarding closing the skills gap for businesses by developing a highly—trained workforce. The report
identifies "newfound growth" industry sectors prevalent in Orange County — health care, advanced
manufacturing and information technology. The report also explores employer concerns that they are
unable to find workers that possess certain skills, especially in "high -STEM" (science, technology,
engineering and math) areas.
Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce
Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts
will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan.
The Business Council/Workforce Investment Board report referenced above, explores the skills
mismatch between education institutions and employer needs. The report advocates that education
systems adapt to current workforce needs in order to prepare workers for success in future years. The
report concludes that Orange County's education and workforce training institutions must continue
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building STEM capacity to keep paced with the accelerating demand for critical positions within STEM -
related industries and occupations.
With respect to Costa Mesa, the City will continue to forge its relationship with the Chamber of
Commerce, utilizing this agency as an additional source of information and support for existing and new
businesses. The City will also identify additional partners such as the local school district, community
colleges and universities, to discuss topics such as workforce preparedness. Finally, the aforementioned
report highlights that the lack of workforce housing throughout Orange County as an issue. Skilled
young adults will permanently move out of the area if lower price housing is not available. The City's
General Plan and Housing Element have identified plan areas where development incentives are
available to developers willing to build workforce housing.
Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS)?
No
If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated
with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that
impact economic growth.
As indicated above, the City is in the process of refining its Economic Development plan with a focus on
attracting and retaining key businesses in Costa Mesa. Additionally, the City will look to develop
partnerships with additional business groups and educational institutions to explore ways to prepare the
City's workforce be better meet the demands of today's and the future's job -generating industries. The
City has also implemented land use initiatives to incentivize the development of workforce housing. The
lack of affordable housing has been identified as a potential weakness in the region's economic
development.
Discussion
The City has initiated the preparation of an updated Economic Development Plan which will strive to
attract and retain key businesses. The City will also take steps to strengthen existing relationships with
business and educational institutions in order to identify skill gaps and devise a plan to close the
gap. Other initiatives such as workforce housing are already in place.
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MA -50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion
Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated?
(include a definition of "concentration")
Housing problem concentration is defined as a Census Tract with at least 80% of households
experiencing one of four severe housing problems.
Based on maps generated by HUD's CPD Maps, there are several areas throughout the City where
residents are experiencing at least one of the four severe housing problems to some degree. The maps
supports the data from the Housing Needs Assessment, i.e., housing needs are spread throughout the
City impacting both renters and owners, at various income levels (see Appendix Maps 3, 4 and 5).
Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income
families are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration")
Minority concentration is defined as a Census Tract where the percentage of racial or ethnic minority
residents is at least 20 points higher than the minority's percentage of the City's whole population.
Based on Census data, Asians and Hispanics are the two largest minority populations in Costa Mesa —
9.1% and 35.2% respectively. There are no Census Tracts where the Asian population exceeded 29.1%
(the threshold for "concentration"); however, there are four Census Tracts that meets the definition of a
concentrated minority neighborhood for Hispanics (see Appendix Maps 1 and 2).
What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods?
The Census Tracts with housing problem concentration include a mix of residential (both single and
multi -family housing units), commercial and industrial areas. These Westside neighborhoods are
typically more densely populated, and also have a higher concentration of low and moderate -income
residents. The housing stock in this part of the City is generally older.
Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods?
As indicated above, this area is a mix of land uses. There are several assets in this area including parks,
community centers, and schools.
Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas?
This area is within the City's CDBG-eligible areas thus may benefit from planned infrastructure, facilities,
and housing improvements planned for the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan cycle.
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Strategic Plan
SP -05 Overview
Strategic Plan Overview
The Strategic Plan is the section of the Consolidated Plan that sets a course of actions that the City will
implement during the next five years to utilize HUD funds to address priority needs. HUD requires that
the Strategic Plan:
• Describe the basis for assigning priority ranking for needs categories.
• Identify accomplishments the City plans to achieve in quantitative and qualitative measures over
a five-year period.
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Geographic Area
Table 51- Geographic Prioritv Areas
1
Area Name:
CDBG Eligible Areas
Area Type:
CDBG Eligible Areas
Other Target Area Description:
CDBG Eligible Areas
2
Area Name:
Citywide
Area Type:
Citywide
Other Target Area Description:
Citywide
General Allocation Priorities
Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA
for HOPWA)
To determine which activities will receive CDBG funding during the Consolidated Plan cycle of 2015-
2019, the City utilized a simple priority ranking system to determine which activities will receive CDBG
funding to address a priority need. The following priority ranking system has been used:
• High Priority: Activities that address a high priority need will be funded by the City during the
five-year period provided adequate resources are available.
• Low Priority: The City may fund low, or not fund, a low priority need activities during the five-
year period.
The City does not have any special designated areas for investment of CDBG and HOME funds. HOME
funds will be allocated on a Citywide basis to assist eligible households directly or as part of a HOME -
qualified housing activity. CDBG funds will be allocated also be allocated on a Citywide basis for
activities that are limited -clientele in nature. Other activities such as public facilities, infrastructure, and
code enforcement, will be limited to eligible area (see Appendix Map 6). The City does not receive
HOPWA funds.
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Priority Needs
Table 52 — Priority Needs Summary
1
Priority Need
Owner Occupied Housing
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Moderate Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Elderly
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation
Goals
Description
Housing rehabilitation loans (up to $50,000) and grants (up to $15,500 for single
family residence & $10,000 for mobile home) to assist homeowners improve
primary residence to correct code violations, address deferred maintenance and
improve neighborhood aesthetics. Rehabilitate 75 units with HOME funds.
Basis for
Housing needs assessment and housing market analysis indicate a need for
Relative
housing rehabilitation assistance as a means to help lower income households
Priority
maintain/improve their home without or minimal additional cost burden.
Housing and community needs survey.
2
Priority Need
Housing Choice Vouchers/Certificates
Name
Priority Level
High
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Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Chronic Homelessness
Families with Children
veterans
Elderly
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Goals
Description
Continue to support the Orange County Housing Authority's efforts to provide
Housing Choice Vouchers to lower income households and to obtain additional
vouchers from HUD to expand housing opportunities. (Average of 600
assistance units per year.)
Basis for
Based on housing needs assessment and housing market analysis, data indicates
Relative
need to assist households that are experiencing a housing cost burden.
Priority
3
Priority Need
Rental Housing Acquisition/Rehabilitation
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Elderly Persons with Physical Disabilities
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Rental Housing Rehabilitation
Goals
Rental Housing Acquisition
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Description
Based on the availability of funding, support the acquisition/rehabilitation or
other form of housing activity to expand the number of rental housing units for
lower income households.
Basis for
Based on housing needs assessment and housing market analysis, and housing
Relative
and community needs survey. Project feasibility will be dependent on available
Priority
public resources, including HOME CHDO funds.
4
Priority Need
Housing Code Enforcement
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Moderate Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Geographic
CDBG Eligible Area
Areas
Affected
Associated
Code Enforcement
Goals
Description
Inspection and enforcement of housing and building codes. This program will
be limited to CDBG-eligible areas
Basis for
Based on housing needs assessment, this activity will help reduce the number of
Relative
housing units with incomplete kitchens and plumbing, and units that may be
Priority
crowded.
5
Priority Need
Homeless Services and Housing
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Families with Children
Chronic Homelessness Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Veterans
Victims of Domestic Violence
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Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Emergency Shelter
Goals
Transitional Housing/Rapid Rehousing
Rapid Re -housing
Homelessness Prevention
Description
Support services and housing assistance for homeless individuals and
households. Services include outreach, case management, life skills, etc.
Housing includes emergency shelter, transitional housing, rapid re -housing and
tenant based rental assistance or TBRA (TBRA is a low priority).
Basis for
Needs Assessment and Housing and Community Needs survey. All services and
Relative
housing are high priority except for TBRA which is a low priority.
Priority
6
Priority Need
Services for Elderly/Frail Elderly
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Moderate Income
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Senior/Frail Elderly Services
Goals
Description
Services will help seniors and the frail elderly maintain their independent living
situation or ensure they are provided services that improve quality of life
Basis for
Needs assessment and housing and community needs survey.
Relative
Priority
7
Priority Need
Services for Disabled
Name
Priority Level
High
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Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Services for Disabled
Goals
Description
Services that assist disabled and developmentally disabled adults clients
maintain their independent living situation or ensure they are provided service
that improves quality of life.
Basis for
Needs Assessment and Housing and Community Needs survey
Relative
Priority
8
Priority Need
Youth Services
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Moderate Income
Non -housing Community Development
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Youth Services
Goals
Description
Assist lower income families with children by providing access to youth
programs and services at reduced or no cost.
Basis for
Needs Assessment and Housing and Community Needs survey
Relative
Priority
9
Priority Need
Services for Low & Moderate Income Persons
Name
Priority Level
High
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Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Moderate Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Non -housing Community Development
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Low and Moderate Income Persons
Goals
Description
Services that assist lower income households and individuals with safety net
services such as access to medical, food, case management, and employment
services. Supported agencies should provide households with access to
programs and services at reduced or no cost.
Basis for
Needs Assessment and Housing and Community Needs survey
Relative
Priority
10
priority Need
Public Facilities
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Moderate Income
Non -housing Community Development
Geographic
CDBG Eligible Areas
Areas
Affected
Associated
Public Facilities
Goals
Description
Improvements to public facilities that address a community
priority. Improvements may include but are not limited to repairs, replacement
and/or upgrades (including ADA compliance) to neighborhood parks, centers
and other facilities.
Basis for
City's CIP, Needs Assessment and Housing and Community Needs survey.
Relative
Priority
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Priority Need
Public Infrastructure
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Moderate Income
Non -housing Community Development
Geographic
CDBG Eligible Areas
Areas
Affected
Associated
Public Infrastructure Improvements
Goals
Description
Improvements to public infrastructure that address a community
priority. Improvements may include but are not limited to repairs, replacement
and/or upgrades (including ADA compliance) to streets, alleys, sidewalks,
flood/storm water drains, and other improvements.
Basis for
City's CIP, Needs Assessment and Housing and Community Needs survey.
Relative
Priority
12
Priority Need
Program Administration
Name
Priority Level
High
Population
Moderate Income
Other
Geographic
Citywide
Areas
Affected
Associated
Program Administration
Goals
Description
Ensure efficient/effective use of CDBG and HOME funds to address
Consolidated Plan priorities, provide oversight and coordination to make certain
funds are spent properly and in a timely manner. Priority need also includes
support for fair housing education, training/referral services, and enforcement
of fair housing laws.
Basis for
HUD required.
Relative
Priority
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Narrative (Optional)
Impediments to Fair Housing: HUD -funded grant recipients are required under various laws not to
discriminate in housing or services directly or indirectly on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, familial status, or disability. Under the Consolidated Plan, HUD funded recipients are
required to: (1) examine and attempt to alleviate housing discrimination within their jurisdiction; (2)
promote fair housing choice for all persons; (3) provide opportunities for all persons to reside in any
given housing development, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national
origin; (4) promote housing that is accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities; (5) and comply
with the non-discrimination requirements of the Fair Housing Act. HUD encourages jurisdictions to
consult with one another and initiate metropolitan wide area fair housing planning. The Analysis of
Impediments (AI) to Fair Housing Choice is the primary document utilized for this purpose.
The current Al was prepared in conjunction with the 2010-2014 Consolidated Plan in partnership with
three other Orange County jurisdictions. In July 2013, HUD published proposed rules that substantially
revamped existing Al rules; however, as of this date, final implementing regulations have not been
published. On the advice of the Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity staff at the Los Angeles HUD Office,
the City is moving forward with an update to the Al utilizing existing HUD guidelines. The City is
undertaking this process in partnership with 16 Orange County HUD grantees. It is anticipated that the
updated Al will be completed in time for adoption of the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan. A summary of
the current Al is provided in the Appendix (see Appendix page 21).
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Influence of Market Conditions
Affordable
Market Characteristics that will influence
Housing Type
the use of funds available for housing type
Tenant Based
Housing Needs Assessment indicates several Costa Mesa renter households are
Rental Assistance
cost burdened. HOME funds may be used for TBRA programs - the City may
(TBRA)
consider funding a program if resources are available and if OCHA resources are
insufficient to meet local needs - Low Priority need.
TBRA for Non-
Housing Needs Assessment indicates several Costa Mesa homeless households
Homeless Special
may benefit from some form of housing assistance. HOME funds may be used
Needs
for TBRA programs - the City may consider funding a program if resources are
available and if it is evident OCHA resources are insufficient to meet local need
- Low Priority need.
New Unit
Housing Needs Assessment indicates additional housing resources are
Production
warranted; however CDBG may not be used for this type of activity. HOME
funds may be used for new housing development; however, the City's grant
was reduced over 50% in 2012 and may not be sufficient to subsidize new
housing construction costs in Orange County.
Rehabilitation
Housing Market analysis data indicates many lower income homeowners are
paying a significant amount of their income for housing (housing cost burden
and severe housing cost burden). Housing rehabilitation assistance allows these
homeowners to address deferred maintenance improvements on their primary
residence without increasing the amount of income dedicated to housing.
Acquisition,
Housing Needs Assessment indicates additional housing resources are
including
warranted; however CDBG funds are utilized for other priority needs and may
preservation
not be available for this type of activity. HOME funds may be used for
acquisition of housing; however, the City's grant has been reduced and may not
be sufficient to subsidize costs of housing acquisition in Orange County.
Table 53 — Influence of Market Conditions
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SP -35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
Ongoing reductions and fluctuations in CDBG and HOME funding make it difficult to estimate the amount that will be available over the five-year
time period of the Consolidated Plan. With the loss of redevelopment funding, the only anticipated funds that may be available to implement
the Consolidated Plan are general fund for homeless services and housing voucher/certificate resources via OCHA.
Anticipated Resources
Program
Source
of Funds
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Amount
Narrative Description
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Reminder
of ConPlan
CDBG
public -
Acquisition
Annual CDBG allocation from HUD.
federal
Admin and
Anticipate continued reductions in
Planning
funding over the 5 -year Con Plan
Economic
cycle
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
1,028,141
0
187,000
1,215,141
3,500,000
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Program
Source
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Narrative Description
of Funds
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
Amount
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Reminder
of ConPlan
HOME
public -
Acquisition
Annual HOME allocation from HUD.
federal
Homebuyer
Anticipate continued reductions in
assistance
funding over the 5 -year Con Plan
Homeowner rehab
cycle
Multifamily rental
new construction
Multifamily rental
rehab
New construction
for ownership
TBRA
327,658
0
0
327,658
1,000,000
General
public -
City General Fund resources to
Fund
local
provide homeless outreach,
Public Services
engagement and case management
Other
200,000
0
0
200,000
500,000
services.
Other
public -
Rental Assistance
The value of rental housing
federal
vouchers and
vouchers and certificates assistance
certificates
is unknown. Program is
administered by the Orange County
Other
0
0
0
0
0
Housing Authority.
Table 54 - Anticipated Resources
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
In past years, the City was able to leverage federal funds with local redevelopment funds. In 2012 the State Legislature and the Governor passed
legislation to dissolve all redevelopment agencies in the State. As a result, this funding source is no longer available. For the foreseeable future,
it appears that the City will continue to allocate General Fund resources for homeless services. In recent years approximately $200,000 has been
committed for these programs. The City has a HOME match surplus available to meet HOME match program requirements.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs
identified in the plan
Costa Mesa is considered a built out community with little vacant land available for new development. The City has begun to recycle land to
accommodate housing growth. The City owns only a few properties: 1) Two City -owned parking lots serve under -parked commercial areas;
Senior Center with associated parking lot; and a vacant property at 111 Fair Drive that is set aside for an institutional use. The City is in the
process of updating its Land Use Element, which will consider various options for the sites. Development potential is also available at the
"Argotech" site. This 9.1 -acre site is located within the Mesa West Bluffs Urban Plan area. This site can accommodate residential uses under the
current overlay zoning, which allows residential development at 13 units per acre or 20 units per acre if live/work housing is proposed. This site
contains multiple buildings (office and manufacturing) and has not been in full operation for many years. Prior to the economic downturn, the
site was in the market for sale. Currently, there is new development interest for this site. Additional parcels are identified in the City's Housing
Element are listed in Appendix Table F.
Discussion
Funding resources to implement the City's Consolidated Plan are limited. It is anticipated that CDBG and HOME funding will continue to be
reduced. In recent years, HOME housing rehab loan repayments have provided the City with additional funding; however, this source of funds is
susceptible to the fluctuations of the economy and thus unpredictable. HUD has begun to invest additional resources into housing assistance
vouchers and certificates, and OCHA has aggressively pursued these new resources. The City will continue to support OCHA's efforts to secure
new rental assistance resources. Some land is available to recycle that may be able to accommodate future housing development. For the
foreseeable future, the City will continue to support homeless service programs serving individuals with strong ties to Costa Mesa; however,
resources to support the development of new housing are limited.
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SP -40 Institutional Delivery Structure — 91.215(k)
Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan
including private industry, non-profit organizations, and public institutions.
Responsible Entity
Responsible Entity
Role
Geographic Area
Type
Served
Orange County Housing
Public Housing
Public Housing
Region
Authority
Authority (PHA)
211 Orange County
Continuum of care
Homelessness
Region
Vanguard University
Other
Homelessness
Jurisdiction
Health Care Agency of
Government
Ownership
Region
the County of Orange
Rental
County
public services
State of California
Government
Economic
State
Development
Ownership
Planning
Rental
City of Costa Mesa
Government
Economic
Jurisdiction
Development
Homelessness
Non -homeless special
needs
Ownership
Planning
Rental
neighborhood
improvements
public facilities
public services
Fair Housing
Non-profit
Planning
Jurisdiction
Foundation
organizations
Mercy House
Non-profit
Homelessness
Jurisdiction
Transitional Living
organizations
Planning
Centers
public services
Colette's Children's
Non-profit
Homelessness
Jurisdiction
Home
organizations
Council on Aging—
Non-profit
public services
Jurisdiction
Orange County
organizations
Community SeniorSery
Non-profit
public services
Jurisdiction
organizations
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Responsible Entity
Responsible Entity
Role
Geographic Area
Homelessness Prevention Services
Type
X
Served
Youth Employment
Non-profit
public services
Jurisdiction
Services
organizations
Mika Community
Non-profit
public services
Jurisdiction
Development Corp
organizations
Elwyn California
Non-profit
public services
Jurisdiction
organizations
Costa Mesa Chamber
Private Industry
Economic
Jurisdiction
of Commerce
Development
Table 55 - Institutional Delivery Structure
Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System
Costa Mesa has a strong group of service providers that are capable of delivering a wide variety of
services for City residents. This is perhaps most evident with the coordinated efforts of local nonprofits,
local churches and faith -based groups to develop a coordinated effort to address the needs of Costa
Mesa's homeless. This effort works directly to overcome institutional barriers faced by the homeless
and other at risk populations.
Additionally, the City's diverse economic base provides a wide range of employment opportunities from
a variety of industries. The City has established strong working relationships with the local school
districts and colleges/universities, and anticipates strengthening these relationships in order to create
linkages between the needs of employers and the curricula of area schools. The City continues to work
well with OCHA by supporting their efforts to assist the City's lower income renters with housing
assistance vouchers and certificates. The City also has established strong working relationships with
other Orange County grantees which has resulted in the coordination of regional efforts to address
issues such as homelessness and fair housing.
With respect to gaps in the institutional deliver system, there is a need to improve the sharing of
information that is mutually beneficial to the City and regional players. For example, CoC information
regarding regional and Costa Mesa homeless was available; however, detailed information was hard to
obtain from the CoC. Persistent follow-up was needed to obtain data.
Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream
services
Homelessness Prevention
Services
Available in the
Community
Targeted to
Homeless
Targeted to People
with HIV
Homelessness Prevention Services
Counseling/Advocacy
X
X
Legal Assistance
X
X
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Homelessness Prevention
Services
Available in the Targeted to
Community Homeless
Targeted to People
with HIV
Homelessness Prevention Services
Mortgage Assistance
Rental Assistance
X X
Utilities Assistance
X X
Street Outreach Services
Law Enforcement
X
X
Mobile Clinics
X
Other Street Outreach Services
X
X
Supportive Services
Alcohol & Drug Abuse
X
Child Care
Education
Employment and Employment
Training
Healthcare
X
X
HIV/AIDS
Life Skills
X
X
Mental Health Counseling
X
X
Transportation
X
X
Other
Table 56 - Homeless Prevention Services Summary
Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed
above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and
families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth)
Several homeless service providers, including the City, are available to assist the homeless and those
that are at risk of becoming homeless. Since 2012, the City of Costa Mesa has directly funded homeless
outreach and engagement services. Program staff works closely with nonprofit, public and faith -based
organizations to coordinate outreach and referral services for chronic and non -chronic homeless
individuals with strong ties to the community. Program staff works closely with individuals and families
to identify and qualify individuals/households for appropriate mainstream services and resources.
Examples of mainstream services available include veterans housing vouchers, veteran medical services,
MediCal/Medicare, SSI, and general relief. These efforts are primarily coordinated by the City's Network
for Homeless Solutions (NHS) Taskforce. HCD and NHS staff also work closely with CDBG sub -recipients
to ensure individuals and households at risk of becoming homeless, or that are not chronic homeless are
also assisted.
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Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population
and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the services listed
above
The strength of the City's service delivery system is that it is well coordinated, especially for homeless
services. The NHS Taskforce meets weekly to discuss the status of initiatives and to also address and
resolve issues. It is important to highlight the fact that while the City is a partner in the NHS, many of
the initiates are generated by its members (typically community volunteers and local church
leaders). Initiatives include a smartphone app for volunteers to report services provided to a homeless
individuals thus reducing duplication of services, and the "Sherpa" program, i.e., community volunteers
trained to navigate the mainstream fund application process. Once trained, a Sherpa will assist a
homeless individual apply for public benefits, Medicare/Medical, VA benefits, etc.
Housing (emergency and permanent) remain the primary gap in the City's service delivery system. City
staff works closely with service providers to access the limited permanent housing or rapid re -housing
resources that are available. There is a lack of year-round emergency shelter beds for single adults for
the entire County.
Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and
service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs
Ongoing coordination will help to overcome some of the gap in the current service delivery system. The
City will also continue to seek new resources to sustain services and to access housing options.
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Goals Summary Information
Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Year
Year
Area
1
Owner Occupied
2015
2019
Affordable
Citywide
Owner Occupied Housing
HOME:
Homeowner Housing
Housing
Housing
$1,000,000
Rehabilitated:
Rehabilitation
50 Household Housing Units
2
Rental Housing
2015
2019
Affordable
Citywide
Rental Housing
HOME:
Rental units rehabilitated:
Rehabilitation
Housing
Acquisition/Rehabilitation
$100
1 Household Housing Unit
3
Rental Housing
2015
2019
Affordable
Citywide
Rental Housing
HOME:
Rental units rehabilitated:
Acquisition
Housing
Acquisition/Rehabilitation
$100
1 Household Housing Units
4
Code
2015
2019
Affordable
CDBG
Housing Code Enforcement
CDBG:
Housing Code
Enforcement
Housing
Eligible
$1,250,000
Enforcement/Foreclosed
Areas
Property Care:
1250 Household Housing
Units
5
Emergency
2019
2019
Homeless
Citywide
Homeless Services and
CDBG:
Homeless Person Overnight
Shelter
Housing
$10,000
Shelter:
10 Persons Assisted
6
Transitional
2015
2019
Homeless
Citywide
Homeless Services and
CDBG:
Homeless Person Overnight
Housing
Housing
$75,000
Shelter:
75 Persons Assisted
7
Rapid Re-
2015
2019
Homeless
Citywide
Homeless Services and
CDBG:
Tenant -based rental
housing
Housing
$60,000
assistance/ Rapid Rehousing:
25 Households Assisted
8
Homelessness
2015
2019
Homeless
Citywide
Homeless Services and
CDBG:
Homelessness Prevention:
Prevention
Housing
$15,000
10 Persons Assisted
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Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Year
Year
Area
9
Senior/Frail
2015
2019
Non -Homeless
CDBG
Services for Elderly/Frail
CDBG:
Public service activities other
Elderly Services
Special Needs
Eligible
Elderly
$150,000
than Low/Moderate Income
Areas
Housing Benefit:
2500 Persons Assisted
10
Services for
2015
2019
Non -Homeless
Citywide
Services for Disabled
CDBG:
Public service activities other
Disabled
Special Needs
$25,000
than Low/Moderate Income
Housing Benefit:
150 Persons Assisted
11
Youth Services
2015
2019
Non -Housing
Citywide
Youth Services
CDBG:
Public service activities other
Community
$50,000
than Low/Moderate Income
Development
Housing Benefit:
2500 Persons Assisted
12
Low and
2015
2019
Non -Housing
Citywide
Services for Low &
CDBG:
Public service activities other
Moderate
Community
Moderate Income Persons
$115,000
than Low/Moderate Income
Income Persons
Development
Housing Benefit:
750 Persons Assisted
13
Public Facilities
2015
2019
Non -Housing
CDBG
Public Facilities
CDBG:
Public Facility Activities other
Community
Eligible
$250,000
than Low/Moderate Income
Development
Areas
Housing Benefit:
2500 Persons Assisted
14
Public
2015
2019
Non -Housing
CDBG
Public Infrastructure
CDBG:
Public Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Community
Eligible
$2,500,000
Activities other than
Improvements
Development
Areas
Low/Moderate Income
Housing Benefit:
7500 Persons Assisted
15
Program
2015
2019
Administration
Program Administration
CDBG:
Other:
Administration
$1,000,000
5 Other
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Goal Descriptions
1
Goal Name
Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation
Goal Description
Single family housing rehabilitation assistance in the form of a loan or grant.
2
Goal Name
Rental Housing Rehabilitation
Goal Description
Funds to rehabilitate rental housing occupied by low and moderate income households
3
Goal Name
Rental Housing Acquisition
Goal Description
Funds to assist with acquisition of affordable housing
4
Goal Name
Code Enforcement
Goal Description
Enforcement of housing and building codes in CDBG-eligible areas.
5
Goal Name
Emergency Shelter
Goal Description
Short-term housing and support services
6
Goal Name
Transitional Housing/Rapid Rehousing
Goal Description
Temporary housing and support services for up to two years
7
Goal Name
Rapid Re -housing
Goal Description
Financial assistance, case management and support services to stabilize homeless households and individuals
8
Goal Name
Homelessness Prevention
Goal Description
Financial assistance to prevent homelessness.
9
Goal Name
Senior/Frail Elderly Services
Goal Description
Services to assist seniors and frail elderly to age in place or to ensure safe and decent living situation.
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10
Goal Name
Services for Disabled
Goal Description
Services for disabled adults
11
Goal Name
Youth Services
Goal Description
Services for lower income youth
12
Goal Name
Low and Moderate Income Persons
Goal Description
Services for low and moderate -income households and individuals. May include fair housing services.
13
Goal Name
Public Facilities
Goal Description
Public facility improvements in eligible areas.
14
Goal Name
Public Infrastructure Improvements
Goal Description
Eligible improvements to city's infrastructure
15
Goal Name
Program Administration
Goal Description
Program oversight and coordination. May include fair housing services.
Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate -income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide
affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2)
The City of Costa Mesa's five-year goal for HOME -funded homeowner rehabilitated by income:
• 30 extremely low-income (0% to 30%)
• 10 very low-income (30% to 50%)
• 10 low-income (50% to 80%)
While rental housing goals have been established in the Consolidated Plan, no projects have been identified at this time. HOME regulations
require that HOME -assisted rental units be rented at very specific income levels. The City will comply with all HOME program regulations
including 24 CFR 91.315 if such a project is undertaken during the Consolidated Plan cycle.
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SP -50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement — 91.215(c)
Need to Increase the Number of Accessible Units (if Required by a Section 504 Voluntary
Compliance Agreement)
Not applicable, the City of Costa Mesa does not operate a public housing authority.
Activities to Increase Resident Involvements
Not applicable
Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR part 902?
Not applicable
Plan to remove the 'troubled' designation
Not applicable
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SP -55 Barriers to affordable housing — 91.215(h)
Barriers to Affordable Housing
Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing
According to the City's Housing Element, the following actions will be implemented to remove or
ameliorate barriers to affordable housing:
• The City will encourage the joint processing of related applications for a single project. Such
procedures save time, money and effort for both the public and private sector.
• The City provides fee credits for existing development against new development. Fee credits are
available for park fees, sanitation district fees, and traffic impact fees. Park fees and traffic
impact fees can also be deferred until the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.
• The City will provide incentives (such as density bonus and deferred impact fees) to developers
that agree to reserve a portion of project units for lower income households (including
extremely low income), moderate income households (common interest developments only), or
for seniors and the disabled.
• The City will maintain an inventory of vacant and underutilized sites and provide this inventory
to interested developers.
• The City will continue to promote mixed-use development specific plan areas. The City will
respond to market conditions and offer appropriate incentives through the Mixed Use Overlay
zone. Incentives include reduced parking standards, reduced open space, increased densities,
increased height limit, increased lot coverage, and reduced setbacks.
Additionally, if available, the City will consider providing subsidies for affordable housing projects (i.e.,
HOME funds).
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SP -60 Homelessness Strategy — 91.215(d)
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
As previously outlined, since 2012, the City has directly funded homeless outreach services — initially
funded with CDBG but for the last two years with City General Funds. City staff, with the assistance of
community volunteers (primarily from local faith -based groups, will continue efforts to engage the
homeless. Once engaged, staff/volunteers will attempt to assess the needs of homeless individuals, and
will make appropriate referrals for services and housing. On a regular basis, Outreach program staff
meet with representatives of City departments (chief executive officer, police, fire, public works,
housing and community development), County agencies (health care, social services), and community
volunteers (homeless service providers, church and other faith -based), to discuss issues and solutions to
specific and general homeless issues. These meetings are held weekly under the auspices of the
Network for Homeless Solutions (NHS) Taskforce.
Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
As resources permit, and if qualified service providers submit funding requests, the City will continue to
fund emergency and transitional housing programs with CDBG funds. In past years these programs have
provided critical support for the City's homeless outreach efforts by providing housing options for
homeless individuals with strong ties to the City. As outlined in the Housing Market Analysis there are
no emergency shelter beds in the City, and there are few year-round emergency shelter beds
throughout the County. The City will continue to work with regional homeless planners to explore year-
round emergency shelter options. With respect to transitional housing, there appears to be sufficient
transitional shelter beds to meet Costa Mesa's homeless needs.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were
recently homeless from becoming homeless again.
In 2012, the City was awarded Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing (HPRP) funds through the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). During the three years that this funding source was
available, 52 individuals were assisted via rapid rehousing utilizing approximately $135,000.
Implementation of this Rapid Rehousing program demonstrated a need for this type of assistance in the
community but also demonstrated that it is a costly undertaking. For the past two years the City has
utilized a portion of its CDBG public service grant funding to fund Rapid Rehousing
activity. Unfortunately, the amount that is available under the CDBG program only allows for assistance
of a few individuals/households per year. The City recently agreed to support a local nonprofit's
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application to the State of California for additional Rapid Rehousing funding. It is anticipated that these
funds and additional CDBG funding will allow the City to provide some homeless households access to
permanent housing and supportive services.
Help low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely
low-income individuals and families who are likely to become homeless after being
discharged from a publicly funded institution or system of care, or who are receiving
assistance from public and private agencies that address housing, health, social services,
employment, education or youth needs
The City's homeless strategy is based on the proposition that it is less expensive and disruptive for a
household to remain housed in their existing home than to be rehoused. To this end, the City will focus
its resources with agencies that provide a variety of safety net services aimed at preventing households
from becoming homeless. These services include rent/utility assistance to prevent eviction or utility
shut-off, and case management. Additionally, the City will support programs that provide for low cost
meals, clothing, and employment/job skills development services for lower income households. Safety
net services allow households to save a portion of income previously spent on food, cloths, etc., and
preserve their housing.
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SP -65 Lead based paint Hazards — 91.215(i)
Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards
The City's housing rehabilitation programs have been designed to test each participating unit built prior
to 1978 (the year lead-based paint was banned) for lead-based paint. A grant is available for
homeowners to test, and if necessary, address/remediate the lead hazards that may be found. All rental
housing units that may be subject to public assistance will also be tested for lead-based paint hazards.
How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards?
During consultation with the State Department of Public Health, State staff was clear that information
provided regarding the number of children with high blood lead values was not solely attributed to lead
based -paint. Without this specific information, the City can only address potential lead poisoning and
hazards within the programs it funds. The City will mandate lead testing for all properties constructed
prior to 1978 that are part of the City's housing rehabilitation programs.
How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures?
Current Housing Rehabilitation Program policies and procedures require all properties constructed prior
to 1978 to be tested for lead. If lead is found, it must be removed or encapsulated as part of the overall
rehabilitation of the unit.
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SP -70 Anti -Poverty Strategy — 91.215(j)
Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty -Level Families
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 15.1% of the City's population is living at or below the poverty
level. The Census Bureau also reports that 21.5% of Costa Mesa residents under the age of 18 are living
in poverty, and that 8.2% of residents age 65 and older are living in poverty. [1]
The City has identified several activities and services that can be implemented to combat poverty - this
strategy includes support of programs that improve coordination and collaboration among City
departments and nonprofit agencies that provide social services, employment counseling, and other
support services for lower income persons. Specific examples include the following activities:
• Implement housing programs (including housing rehabilitation assistance) for lower income,
senior and disabled homeowners.
• Support rental assistance programs provided by the Orange County Housing Authority for very
low-income renters.
• Support homeless services for individuals presently housed but at risk of losing their residence.
Also, to assist those already homeless in need of emergency shelter, transitional housing, or
rapid rehousing, continue to coordinate the delivery of services with nonprofit partners.
• Support safety net public services programs to improve the quality of life seniors, youth, the
disabled, and other populations that may be severely impacted by the cost of living in the
region.
[1] 2013 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates, Table #51701.
How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this
affordable housing plan
The City's anti -poverty strategy calls for assisting lower income households (i.e., seniors and disabled
homeowners) to improve their homes without incurring new housing cost. The support for OCHA's
rental assistance programs for very low-income renters is also consistent with the City's affordable
housing strategy. Additionally, safety net programs (e.g., food programs, clothing) assist high poverty
households by helping them to free up income for housing.
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SP -80 Monitoring — 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities
carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with
requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the
comprehensive planning requirements
Costa Mesa has instituted a monitoring plan for subgrantees receiving CDBG public service grant funds.
Monitoring is conducted by the City's Housing and Community Development staff. Monitoring involves
an in-house review of progress reports and expenditures, and when needed, an on-site visit of
subgrantees to ensure further compliance with federal regulations. The City's monitoring system
encourages uniform reporting to achieve consistent information on beneficiaries. Technical assistance is
provided as necessary. At a minimum, public service grant recipients receiving consecutive years of
CDBG funding will undergo on-site monitoring every other year. If resources permit, they will be
monitored annually. Any new grant recipient or a recipient that has displayed administrative/program
issues will be monitored annually until adequate administrative/programmatic capacity can be ensured.
A monitoring checklist has been developed by the City to assist with program evaluation and on-site
monitoring.
Rental housing units that are subject to long-term affordability are also monitored. The HOME program
has established time intervals to conduct on-site property inspections. These intervals are based on the
number of rental units in the HOME -assisted project. HOME -required inspections can vary from once
per year to once every three years. Costa Mesa has established a master list of HOME assisted units
listing inspection intervals and dates for the next on-site inspection. To ensure qualified low-income
households occupy rental units, an annual recertification of tenant eligibility is required by the City.
These monitoring efforts will be continued during the 2015-2016 Program Year.
The City has actively sought to comply with the minority/women owned business outreach
requirements of the HOME program. The City provides information regarding contracting opportunities
to minority/women owned enterprises and minority/women business owner organizations.
Additionally, the City requires CHDOs to undertake efforts to reach out to minority and women owned
businesses with business opportunities.
Elements of the City's Outreach Plan include the following:
■ The City will make an effort to place qualified small and minority businesses and women's
business enterprises on solicitation lists.
■ The City will assure that small and minority businesses, and women's business enterprises are
solicited whenever they are potential sources.
■ The City may divide total requirements, when economically feasible, into smaller tasks or
quantities to permit maximum participation by small and minority business, and women's
business enterprises.
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■ The City will endeavor to use the services of the Small Business Administration and the Minority
Business Development Agency of the Department of Commerce, as well as local minority
chambers of commerce.
■ If subcontracts are used, the prime contractor will be required to take the action steps listed
above to comply with minority and women owned business outreach efforts.
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Annual Action Plan
AP -15 Expected Resources — 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
Ongoing reductions and fluctuations in CDBG and HOME funding make it difficult to estimate the amount that will be available over the five-year
time period of the Consolidated Plan. With the loss of redevelopment funding, the only anticipated funds that may be available to implement
the Consolidated Plan are general fund for homeless services and housing voucher/certificate resources via OCHA. For Fiscal Year 2015-2016,
HUD has notified the City it will receive $1,028,141 in CDBG and $327,658 in HOME funds. The City has identified additional prior year grant
funds that will be available during the fiscal year. The City's application for funds is in the form of the SF 424.
Anticipated Resources
Program
Source
of Funds
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Amount
Narrative Description
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Remainder
of ConPlan
CDBG
public -
Acquisition
Annual CDBG allocation from HUD.
federal
Admin and
Anticipate continued reductions in
Planning
funding over the 5 -year Con Plan
Economic
cycle
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
1,028,141
0
187,000
1,215,141
3,500,000
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Program
Source
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Narrative Description
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
of Funds
Amount
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Remainder
of ConPlan
HOME
public -
Acquisition
Annual HOME allocation from HUD.
federal
Homebuyer
Anticipate continued reductions in
assistance
funding over the 5 -year Con Plan
Homeowner
cycle
rehab
Multifamily rental
new construction
Multifamily rental
rehab
New construction
for ownership
TBRA
327,658
0
0
327,658
1,000,000
General
public -
Public Services
City General Fund resources to
Fund
local
Other
provide homeless outreach,
engagement and case management
200,000
0
0
200,000
500,000
services.
Other
public -
Other
The value of rental housing
federal
vouchers and certificates assistance
is unknown. Program is
administered by the Orange County
0
0
0
0
0
Housing Authority.
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
In past years, the City was able to leverage federal funds with local redevelopment funds. In 2012 the State Legislature and the Governor passed
legislation to dissolve all redevelopment agencies in the State. As a result, this funding source is no longer available. For the foreseeable future,
it appears that the City will continue to allocate General Funds resources for homeless services. In recent years approximately $200,000 has
been committed for these programs.
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If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that
may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
Costa Mesa is considered a built out community with little vacant land available for new
development. The City has begun to recycle land to accommodate housing growth. The City owns only
a few properties. Two City -owned parking lots serve under -parked commercial areas: 1) Senior Center
with associated parking lot; and 2) a vacant property at 111 Fair Drive that is set aside for an
institutional use. The City is in the process of updating its Land Use Element, which will consider various
options for these sites. Development potential is also available at the "Argotech" site. This 9.1 -acre site
located on West 17th Street, within the Mesa West Bluffs Urban Plan area. This site can accommodate
residential uses under the current overlay zoning, which allows residential development at 13 units per
acre or 20 units per acre if live/work housing is proposed. Additional potential housing sites are listed in
Appendix Table F).
Discussion
Funding resources to implement the City's Consolidated Plan are limited. It is anticipated that CDBG and
HOME funding will continue to be reduced. In recent years, HOME housing rehab loan repayments have
provided the City with additional funding; however, this source of funds is susceptible to the
fluctuations of the economy and thus unpredictable. HUD has begun to invest additional resources into
housing assistance vouchers and certificates, and OCHA has aggressively pursued these new resources.
The City will continue to support OCHA's efforts to secure new rental assistance resources.
For the foreseeable future, the City will continue to support homeless service programs serving
individuals with strong ties to Costa Mesa; however, resources to support the development of new
housing are limited.
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Goal Description
Year
Year
Area
1
Owner Occupied
2015
2019
Affordable
Citywide
Owner Occupied Housing
HOME:
Homeowner Housing
Housing
Housing
$245,744
Rehabilitated: 10
Rehabilitation
Household Housing Unit
2
Rental Housing
2015
2019
Affordable
Citywide
Rental Housing
HOME:
Rental units
Rehabilitation
Housing
Acquisition/Rehabilitation
$49,149
rehabilitated:0
Household Housing Unit
3
Program
2015
2019
Administration
Program Administration
CDBG:
Other: 5 Years
Administration
$205,628
HOME:
$32,765
Table 59 — Goals Summary
Goal Descriptions
1
Goal Name
Owner Occupied Housing
Goal Description
Preserve and/or improve the City's supply of ownership housing
2
Goal Name
Rental Housing
Goal Description
Acquisition and/or rehabilitation of rental housing
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3
Goal Name
Program Administration
Goal Description
Program oversight and coordination
4
Goal Name
Homeless Services
Goal Description
Support and housing services for homeless and households at risk of homelessness
5
Goal Name
Services for Seniors/Frail Elderly
Goal Description
Services for seniors and frail elderly that help maintain and improve quality of life
6
Goal Name
Services for Youths
Goal Description
Services for children and youths that help improve quality of life
7
Goal Name
Services for Disabled
Goal Description
Services for individuals with disabilities that help maintain and improve quality of life
8
Goal Name
Services for Low and Moderate -Income Persons
Goal Description
Services for low and moderate -income persons that help improve quality of life
9
Goal Name
Public Infrastructure Improvements
Goal Description
Provide and maintain first-rate infrastructure and community facilities
10
Goal Name
Public Facility Improvements
Goal Description
Provide and maintain first-rate infrastructure and community facilities
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Projects
AP -35 Projects — 91.220(d)
Introduction
The activities to be undertaken during Fiscal Year 2015-2016 are summarized below. All activities
identified are expected to be completed by June 30, 2016.
Projects
#
Project Name
1
Housing Rehabilitation
2
CHDO Funds
3
HOME Admin
4
CDBG Administration
5
Code Enforcement
6
Street Improvements
7
ADA Improvements - Tewinkle Park
8
Senior Center Improvements
9
Fair Housing Services
10
Mercy House
11
Colette's Children's Home
12
Families Forward
13
Youth Employment Services
14
Mika Community Development Corp
15
Council on Aging
16
Community SeniorSery - Congregate Meals
17
Community SeniorSery - Home Delivered Meals
18
City of Costa Mesa Senior Counseling Services
19
Elwyn
20
Working Wardrobes
Table 60 — Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
Activities were selected for funding based on conclusions drawn from the housing and community needs
assessments, public input, and the input of City administration and staff. Due to a lack of funding, some
needs may not be addressed during Fiscal Year 2015-2016 (e.g., CHDO housing development, TBRA). In
some cases an underserved need may not be addressed due to a lack of a funding request or a lack of
sufficient funding to make a project/program feasible.
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AP -38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
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1
Project Name
Single Family Housing Rehabilitation
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Owner Occupied Housing
Needs Addressed
Owner Occupied Housing
Funding
HOME: $245,744
Description
HOME funds for owner occupied housing rehabilitation
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
10
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Housing rehabilitation loans and grants.
2
Project Name
CHDO Funds
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Rental Housing
Needs Addressed
Rental Housing Acquisition/Rehabilitation
Funding
HOME: $49,149
Description
15% of HOME funds for CHDO project not currently identified.
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
To be determined
Location Description
To be determined
Planned Activities
To be determined
3
Project Name
HOME Admin
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Program Administration
Needs Addressed
Program Administration
Funding
HOME: $32,765
Description
HOME funds for program oversight and coordination.
Target Date
6/30/2016
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Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
Not applicable
Location Description
77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA - City Hall
Planned Activities
Oversight and coordination of HOME program
4
Project Name
CDBG Administration
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Program Administration
Needs Addressed
Program Administration
Funding
CDBG: $205,268
Description
CDBG program oversight and coordination
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
Not applicable
Location Description
77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA - City Hall
Planned Activities
CDBG program oversight and coordination
5
Project Name
Code Enforcement
Target Area
CDBG Eligible Areas
Goals Supported
Owner Occupied Housing
Rental Housing
Needs Addressed
Housing Code Enforcement
Funding
CDBG: $325,000
Description
Enforcement of housing and building codes
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
250 housing units
Location Description
77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA - City Hall
Planned Activities
Inspection and enforcement of housing and building codes
6
Project Name
Street Improvements
Target Area
CDBG Eligible Areas
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Goals Supported
Public Infrastructure Improvements
Needs Addressed
Public Infrastructure
Funding
CDBG: $175,946
Description
CDBG funds to support improvement of residential streets.
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
810 individuals
Location Description
Bay Street from Newport to Harbor — CT: 0637.02 BG: 3 (72.2%
Low/Mod)
Planned Activities
Roadway rehabilitation and parkway concrete improvements
7
Project Name
ADA Improvements - TeWinkle Park
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Public Facility Improvements
Needs Addressed
Public Facilities
Funding
CDBG: $252,350
Description
ADA improvements at TeWinkle Park
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
14,638 persons age 21 and older (data provided by HUD
Exchange Persons with Disabilities by Gender & Age)
Location Description
970 Arlington Dr. Costa Mesa, CA
Planned Activities
ADA improvements in local community park
8
Project Name
Senior Center Improvements
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Public Facility Improvements
Needs Addressed
Public Facilities
Funding
CDBG: $102,000
Description
Various improvements at the Costa Mesa Senior Center.
Improvements include construction of new exterior patio and
reconstruction of bathrooms to meet ADA regulations.
Target Date
6/30/2016
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Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
Senior Center serves approximately 1,450 unduplicated seniors
per year
Location Description
695 W. 19th Street, Costa Mesa, CA
Planned Activities
Various improvements to senior center including construction
of new patio and ensuring restrooms meet ADA regulations
9
Project Name
Fair Housing Services
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Low and Moderate -Income Persons
Needs Addressed
Services for Low & Moderate Income Persons
Funding
CDBG: $21,000
Description
Fair housing outreach, education and enforcement
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
373 households
Location Description
Activity will be available Citywide
Planned Activities
Fair Housing outreach, education and enforcement to address
and eliminate impediments to fair housing.
10
project Name
Mercy House
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Homeless Services
Needs Addressed
Homeless Services and Housing
Funding
CDBG: $20,000
Description
CDBG funds to support homelessness prevention and rapid re-
housing services
Target Date
6/30/3016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
20 homeless and at risk individuals
Location Description
Program is available citywide
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Planned Activities
Rental assistance for households at risk of becoming homeless;
rapid re -housing for those already homeless, and case
management for all clients.
11
project Name
Colette's Children's Home
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Homeless Services
Needs Addressed
Homeless Services and Housing
Funding
CDBG: $20,000
Description
Transitional shelter for homeless women and women with
children
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
14 individuals
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Transitional housing, support services and case management
for homeless women and women with children.
12
Project Name
Families Forward
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Homeless Services
Needs Addressed
Homeless Services and Housing
Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
Rapid re -housing assistance for homeless families
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
14 individuals in families with children
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Rapid re -housing for homeless families with children and case
management
13
project Name
Youth Employment Services
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Youths
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Needs Addressed
Youth Services
Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
Employment preparedness services for youth age 14 to 24.
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
190
Location Description
114 E 19th Street Costa Mesa CA
Planned Activities
Job preparedness skills such as job search, preparing resume,
mock interviews.
14
project Name
Mika Community Development Corp
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Youths
Needs Addressed
Youth Services
Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
Youth services
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
85
Location Description
1718 Monrovia, Costa Mesa, CA
Planned Activities
Youth services
15
project Name
Council on Aging
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Seniors/Frail Elderly
Needs Addressed
Services for Elderly/Frail Elderly
Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
Long-term ombudsman services to ensure frail elderly and
disabled adults living in managed care facilities are housed and
treated in a safe, decent and dignified manner.
Target Date
6/30/2016
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Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
40 frail elderly and frail disabled persons
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Inspections and resolution of issues of care and treatment for
frail elderly or disabled individuals living in managed care
facilities
16
project Name
Community SeniorSery - Congregate Meals
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Seniors/Frail Elderly
Needs Addressed
Services for Elderly/Frail Elderly
Funding
CDBG: $12,500
Description
Weekday meal services for seniors at Costa Mesa Senior Center
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
200 seniors
Location Description
695 W 19th Street, Costa Mesa CA - Costa Mesa Senior Center
Planned Activities
Weekday lunch-time meals for seniors
17
Project Name
Community SeniorSery - Home Delivered Meals
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Seniors/Frail Elderly
Needs Addressed
Services for Elderly/Frail Elderly
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
Meals on wheels program for homebound seniors.
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
90 homebound seniors
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Delivery meals to homebound seniors
18
Project Name
City of Costa Mesa Senior Counseling Services
Target Area
Citywide
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Goals Supported
Services for Seniors/Frail Elderly
Needs Addressed
Services for Elderly/Frail Elderly
Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
Counseling and referral services for seniors
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
250 senior households
Location Description
619 W 19th St, Costa Mesa CA - Costa Mesa Senior Center
Planned Activities
Counseling and referral services for seniors
19
Project Name
Elwyn
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Disabled
Needs Addressed
Services for Disabled
Funding
CDBG: $5,720
Description
Employment services for adults with developmental disabilities
Target Date
6/30/2016
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
42 adults with developmental disabilities
Location Description
18325 Mt. Baldy, Fountain Valley CA
Planned Activities
Business outreach to find work to be undertaken by adults with
developmental disabilities
20
Project Name
Working Wardrobes
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Services for Low and Moderate -Income Persons
Needs Addressed
Services for Low & Moderate Income Persons
Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
Clothing for lower income and homeless individuals
Target Date
6/30/2016
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52
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
Location Description
3030 Pullman Costa Mesa, CA
Planned Activities
Provide professional clothing and personal grooming items to
assist lower income persons reenter the workforce
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AP -50 Geographic Distribution — 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
Activities slated for CDBG-funding during Fiscal Year 2015-2016 will mainly be available on a citywide
basis to income eligible individuals (i.e., limited clientele). The map of the City's CDBG Eligible Areas
provides a view of the areas where CDBG resources may be focused on an "area wide" basis (see
Appendix Map 6).
Geographic Distribution
Target Area
Percentage of Funds
Citywide
85
CDBG Eligible Areas
15
Table 61- Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
HUD funding will primarily be allocated on a citywide basis as the City's primary intent is to serve lower
income households that are in need of housing and regardless of where they live in the City. As the
City's CDBG-eligible areas tend to be older sections of the City, area wide activities will help to improve
and sustain these neighborhoods and perhaps encourage homeowners to also invest in their homes.
Discussion
As indicated above, CDBG and HOME funds will focused on programs that serve lower income residents
regardless of where they live. It is also expected that the City's investment in neighborhoods will create
a synergy whereby residents will also invest in their home and community.
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Affordable Housing
AP -55 Affordable Housing — 91.220(g)
Introduction
During Fiscal Year 2015-2016, proposed activities to be funded with CDBG and HOME funds will meet
the housing needs of the following households.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless
48
Non -Homeless
0
Special -Needs
0
Total
48
Table 62 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported
Through
Rental Assistance
0
The Production of New Units
0
Rehab of Existing Units
10
Acquisition of Existing Units
0
Total
10
Table 63 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
Due to limited resources, the City will focus 2015-2016 HOME funds on the rehabilitation of existing
owner -occupied housing units. While not the primary focus of the program, some special -needs
households (senior and disabled) may be assisted during the year via the City's Owner -Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation Program.
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AP -60 Public Housing — 91.220(h)
Introduction
Costa Mesa does not own or manage public housing.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
Not applicable
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
Not applicable
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
Not applicable
Discussion
Not applicable
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AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities — 91.220(i)
Introduction
As outlined in the Strategic Plan, the City's homeless strategy is to support programs that helps to
prevent homelessness by supporting safety net services. These programs will help households,
especially extremely low-income households, maximize the amount of income they have available for
housing. Additionally, both HUD and City resources will be allocated to provide access to a continuum of
services and housing to assist those already homeless and with strong ties to the community.
Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness
including
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
Approximately $200,000 in General Fund resources will be allocated to provide direct outreach services
for chronic and situational homeless. Services include engagement, assessment and linkages to
appropriate services and housing. Services will be provided by City -paid social workers and community
volunteers. Coordination of services will also be provided by the City.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
As previously reported, there is a shortage of year-round emergency shelter beds in the County. The
County of Orange and the regional CoC continue to seek ways to create new year-round emergency
shelter - the City is supportive of these efforts. In the interim, the City will refer homeless individuals to
the Winter Shelter Program and homeless families to the Family Redirection Program. The City
anticipates funding transitional housing for women and women with children.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were
recently homeless from becoming homeless again
As outlined in the City's Strategic Plan, HUD resources will be allocated for transitional housing and rapid
rehousing. Transitional housing provides program participants with housing and support services in a
structured environment for up to two years. This setting allows households to achieve educational or
employment goals, address personal barriers (such as substance addition or domestic violence), and
develop life skills, which ultimately lead to self-sufficiency. Funding will also be allocated for rapid
rehousing programs, which take a homeless household and places them directly into an affordable
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housing unit, and also provides appropriate supportive services. For Fiscal Year 2015-2016, funding will
be allocated to assist single homeless persons and homeless families with children.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely
low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly
funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities,
foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving
assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services,
employment, education, or youth needs
As previously indicated, the City will continue to support the regional CoC's efforts to implement the
regional Ten-year Plan to End Homelessness, which includes a discharge plan for the individuals leaving
institutions such as hospitals and jails. The City's Homeless Outreach Program staff will also continue to
work closely with individuals already homeless to assess their specific needs and then link them to
appropriate support services, housing, and public assistance programs.
Discussion
The City of Costa Mesa has a well developed strategy to address homelessness in the Community. This
strategy includes outreach and assessment services for homeless and chronic homeless
individuals. Program staff will attempt to link individuals to appropriate housing, support services, and
public -assistance programs (e.g., VA benefits, SSI). To undertake this effort, the City has partnered with
local nonprofit service providers and community-based volunteers. Based on assessments, individuals
or households will be referred to appropriate housing/service providers. City staff will coordinate the
delivery of services and housing with providers in an effort to reduce the number of homeless
individuals in the community.
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AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing — 91.220(j)
Introduction:
Barriers to affordable housing and actions to overcome barriers have been previously discussed in the
Consolidated Plan Market Analaysis and Strategic Plan.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve
as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning
ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the
return on residential investment
As outlined in the City's Housing Element, the following actions will be implemented to remove or
ameliorate barriers to affordable housing:
• The City will encourage the joint processing of related applications for a single project. Such
procedures save time, money and effort for both the public and private sector.
• The City provides fee credits for existing development against new development. Fee credits are
available for park fees, sanitation district fees, and traffic impact fees. Park fees and traffic
impact fees can also be deferred until the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.
• The City will provide incentives (such as density bonus and deferred impact fees) to developers
that agree to reserve a portion of project units for lower income households (including
extremely low income), moderate income households (common interest developments only), or
for seniors and the disabled.
• The City will maintain an inventory of vacant and underutilized sites and provide this inventory
to interested developers.
• The City will continue to promote mixed-use development specific plan areas. The City will
respond to market conditions and offer appropriate incentives through the Mixed Use Overlay
zone. Incentives include; reduced parking standards, reduced open space, increased densities,
increased height limit, increased lot coverage; reduced setbacks.
If available, subsidies may also be provided for qualified affordable housing projects (e.g., HOME funds).
There is no local tax.
Discussion:
The Housing Element has outlined the City's plan to address barriers to affordable housing. The
Consolidated Plan mirrors this plan, which is to provide incentives to developers willing to dedicate
developed units for lower income households.
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AP -85 Other Actions — 91.220(k)
Introduction:
Outlined below are the actions the City will implement to address the sub -strategies of the Consolidated
Plan.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
The City will allocate a portion of its CDBG and HOME funds for activities that address the housing and
service needs of the elderly and lower-income households. Additionally, the City will encourage and
support OCHA's efforts to obtain additional rental assistance funding especially for senior and low-
income households. The City's housing rehabilitation program will focus its efforts to assist elderly
homeowners undertake improvement of respective residences to address specific household needs.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City of Costa Mesa has identified the actions it will undertake during Fiscal Year 2015-2016 to foster
and maintain affordable housing. The Consolidated Plan identified programs such as Owner -Occupied
Housing Rehabilitation assistance as the means to maintain and improve housing currently available to
by low and moderate -income residents. By providing deferred payment loans and grants, lower income
households are able to rehabilitate their residence to meet basic housing quality standards and incur
zero or minimal additional housing costs. An estimated 10 housing units will be assisted with HOME
funds during Fiscal Year 2015-2016.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
Based on past housing rehabilitation program statistics, only a small percentage of housing units that
were rehabilitated with City resources contain lead -paint hazards. To ensure compliance with program
regulations, all housing units, that were constructed before 1978, that are rehabbed with HOME
resources, will be tested for lead -paint hazards. If needed, additional grant funds can be allocated to a
project to ensure all lead-based hazards are mitigated.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty -level families
The City will assist programs and services that combat poverty. During Fiscal Year 2015-2016 the City
will fund the following activities to support implementation of this strategy:
• Implement housing programs (including housing rehabilitation assistance) for lower income,
senior and disabled homeowners.
• Support rental assistance programs provided by the Orange County Housing Authority for very
low-income renters.
0 Support services for individuals presently housed but at risk of losing their residence. Also, assist
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those already homeless in need of emergency shelter, transitional housing, or rapid rehousing,
and continue to coordinate the delivery of services with nonprofit partners.
• Support safety net public services programs to improve the quality of life seniors, youth, the
disabled, and other populations that may be severely impacted by the cost of living in the
region.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City has made an effort to develop an institutional structure that will help identify and access
resources to improve the community and assist those most in need. The City will continue to work with
nonprofit public entities to deliver public services. As a member of the Orange County Continuum of
Care Community Forum, the City will provide critical information to the County of Orange for
preparation of the County's Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance grant applications. Costa Mesa will
continue to provide critical information regarding mainstream funds the City will make available to serve
the homeless, and also assist in identifying and prioritizing gaps and needs in the regional system of
care. The City will continue to provide input on the development of the County's ten-year plan to end
homeless, and will also participate in the Orange County homeless services Coordinated Entry Process in
an effort to remove barriers to housing at risk and chronically homeless individuals.
Costa Mesa will continue to assist the Orange County Housing Authority implement its Five-year PHA
Plan. Finally, the City will continue to meet with other Orange County HUD grantees to discuss common
program issues and to coordinate regional efforts.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City of Costa Mesa does not operate public housing. The Orange County Housing Authority provides
rental assistance in the community. Federal legislation requires that the Housing Authority prepare five-
year and one-year plans that highlight its mission, goals and objectives as it relates to public and assisted
housing programs. The City will review the Authority's plans and provide OCHA the opportunity to
review and consult with the City regarding its Consolidated Plan. The goal of this cross -consultation is to
provide consistent and coordinated housing services for City residents. Ongoing consultation with local
nonprofits also assists the City to coordinate the efficient and effective use of limited resources federal
resources.
Discussion:
A HUD -required strategy not discussed above is the City's action steps to affirmatively further fair
housing via the Analysis of Impediments (AI) for Fair Housing Choice. As detailed in the Strategic Plan,
the City's current Al is summarized in the Appendix. Action steps to be taken during Fiscal Year 2015-
2016 are also found in the Appendix (see Appendix page 21).
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Program Specific Requirements
AP -90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
Each HUD program that is covered by the Consolidated Plan regulations must address certain program
specific requirements. Below are the program requirements for the CDBG and HOME programs.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next
program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to
address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not
been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5. The amount of income from float -funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities 0
2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that
benefit persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive
period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum
overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and
moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00%
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HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(2)
1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section
92.205 is as follows:
The City is not proposing to utilize HOME funds in a form that is not delineated in Section 92.205.
2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds
when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows:
The City has not, and does not plan to utilized HOME funds for homebuyer assistance; however, if
funds were to be redirected to such a program, steps will be taken to ensure program guidelines
comply with applicable resale and recapture regulations.
3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units
acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows:
As indicated above, the City has not, and does not plan to use HOME funds for homebuyer
assistance; however, if funds were to be redirected to such a program, the applicable loan
agreement would be prepared to comply with the resale/recapture requirements delineated in 24
CFR 92.254.
4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that
is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines
required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows:
The City has not proposed use of HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily
housing; however, if funds were to be redirected to such a program, program staff will ensure that
all applicable program policies are followed including establish refinancing guidelines and amending
the Consolidated Plan to include guidelines.
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Discussion:
The City will meet the CDBG Program's overall 70% benefit for low and moderate -income requirement
during the one-year 2015 Program Year.
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Appendix - Alternate/Local Data Sources
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TABLE A: PAST PERFORMANCE (7/1/2010 THROUGH 6/30/2014)
Source: City of Costa Mesa, Housing & Community Development Division
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S -YEAR
ACTUAL
PERCENT
CONSOLIDATED PLAN OBJECTIVE
CONSOLIDATED
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
COMPLETED
PLAN GOAL
(AFTER 4 YRS.)
(AFTER 4 YRS.)
Emergency Shelter: Short-term shelter program (up to 3 mo.) for
25
0
households that are in immediate need of shelter & support services
Persons
Persons
0.0%
Transitional Housing: Transitional housing program (3 mo. to 24 mo.)
for homeless households that require housing, case management &
50
82
other life skills in order to become self-sufficient - includes Rapid
Persons
Persons
164.0%
Rehousing activities
Special Code Enforcement: Preserve the City's existing supply of
1,250
669
housing by inspecting & enforcing housing & building codes
Housing Units
Housing Units
53.5%
Fair Housing: Actions to ameliorate impediments to fair housing
including education, training services, enforcement of fair housing law
1,500
1,397
93.1%
Households
Households
& prosecute fair housing law violators
Home Ownership Assistance: Down payment and/or closing cost
assistance to assist qualified households purchase a home
5
0
* PROGRAM WAS DISCONTINUED IN FY 11-12 DUE TO LOSS OF
Housing Units
Housing Units
0.0%
REDEVELOPMENT FUNDS *
Homelessness Prevention: Services that assist households at risk of
homelessness - assistance includes short-term financial subsidy &
100
16
support services to prevent foreclosure, eviction, and/or utility
Persons
Persons
°
16.0%
termination
Owner Occupied Housing Rehab: Rehabilitation loans & grants to
assist homeowners improve primary residence to correct code
185
86
violations, address deferred maintenance & improve neighborhood
Housing Units
Housing Units
46.5%
aesthetics
Homeowner Neighbors For Neighbors: Preserve existing housing
units with the assistance of volunteer labor & donated supplies.
50
30
60.0%
* PROGRAM WAS NOT DISCONTINUED IN FY 13-14 *
Housing Units
Housing Units
Rental Housing New Construction: Support development of rental
52
0
housing for seniors and/or developmentally disabled adults
Housing Units
Housing Units
0.0°
Housing Choice Voucher Rental Assistance: Rent subsidies for lower
income renter households (program administered by the Orange
450
555
123.3%
Households
Households
County Housing Authority)
Elderly/Frail Elderly Services: Services that help seniors & frail elderly
1,000
2,863
maintain independent living and improve quality of life
Persons
Persons
286.3%
Disabled Services: Services for disabled & developmentally disabled
adults that helps clients maintain independent living and improve
I
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124.0%
quality of life
so ns
Persons
Persoso ns
Youth Services: Services that assist lower income families with
4,000
2,246
children
Persons
Persons
56.2%
General Public Services: Services that assist lower income households
1,000
485
— includes homeless outreach services
Persons
Persons
48.5%
Public Infrastructure: Financial resources for CDBG-eligible projects
10
8
that improve or upgrade the City's infrastructure
Projects
Projects
80.0%
Public Facilities: Financial resources for CDBG-eligible projects that
5
4
improve or upgrade the City's public facilities
Projects
Projects
80.0%
Program Administration: Oversight & coordination of CDBG &
5
4
PHUD
HOME funds
Years
Years
80.0%
Source: City of Costa Mesa, Housing & Community Development Division
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CITY OF COSTA MESA HOUSING AND COMMUNITY NEEDS SURVEY
[CITY OF COSTA MESA HOUSING & COMMUNITY HEEDS SURVEY
The City of Costa Mesa is eligible to receive funds from the U -S. Departrnent of dousing and Urban Development to help
develop a vrabte camnnunrtyby`providing decent howirg, a seulL6de kurngenuwraament 8 expanding ecanamcoppork ties,
pnrKxpaRy for tow- R rnodelafe-inccum persons. In order to receive these funds, he City is required to prepare a strategic
* plan that identifies priority housing and cornmun it} needs for the CWs Low- & Moderate -Income Residents. Your response
to the following quesbDm will assist the City prioritize needs that may be eligible nor CDBG funding.
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■ Hare of organization you represent:
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■ Services Provided:
■ Humber of persons served in 1 Yr pgaraaea DFcAy draaiaenoew
■ Humber of Costa Mesa residents served in 1 Yr.
■ Humber of persons turn away frau services primarily due to a lack of fu nd ing;reg=Ws d aty d raakWul?
■ Humber of Costa Mesa residents you turn away from services primarily due to a lack of funding?
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Ciudad de Costa Mesa Encuesta de Necesidades de la Comunidad
} La Ciudad de Costa Mesa recite fcndos federales y estatales que se pueden gastar en determinados usos tales cams
C infraestructura, servicios comunitarios, viviendas, wrnercio y empleo. Estos fondos no son suficientes para satisfacertodas
' las necesidades de la comunidad. Sclicitamos su colaboracibi y ayuda para identificar cuales neeesidades comunitarias
sari de mal alta prioridad.
Por`av+orsiga las siguierxes irr ones para cads una de las Categarias de Neoesidad que se menobnan a confinuadon:
Ursando la escala dao— 1 (4 una neaesidad Mayor hasta 1 para una necesidad Memr} rellene el Caja que en su opinon mejorse aplique. Una respuesu par
asunto. 1 indica la nemsidad menor, mien Vas quell indica la neoesidad mayor.
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SURVEY RESULTS
COSTA MESA CON PLAN SURVEY
March 10, 2015
ENGLISH
SPANISH
Hi
Med
Low
No
ENGLISH
Hi
Med
Low
No
SPANISH
TOTALRESPONSES
4
3
2
1
Response
Average
Total
4
3
2
1
Response
Average
Total
Response
Total
Average
Q1: Community Facilities
Senior Centers
53
68
37
10
168
2.77
465
2
2
6
1
11
2.09
23
179
488.00
2.73
Youth Centers
66
67
27
8
168
2.99
502
9
0
1
1
11
3.64
40
179
542.00
3.03
Childcare Centers
48
67
39
14
168
2.67
448
7
3
0
1
11
3.64
40
179
488.00
2.73
Healthcare Facilities
43
59
48
18
168
2.48
417
8
1
0
2
11
3.55
39
179
456.00
2.55
Park and Rec Facilities
83
49
28
8
168
3.08
517
6
4
1
0
11
3.55
39
179
556.00
3.11
Q2: Community Services
Senior Services
58
69
35
4
166
2.89
480
2
5
3
1
11
2.64
29
177
509.00
2.88
Youth Services
69
72
19
6
166
3.13
519
10
1
0
0
11
4.09
45
177
564.00
3.19
Legal Services
27
56
64
19
166
2.17
361
8
1
0
2
11
3.55
39
177
400.00
2.26
Anti -Crime
104
47
13
2
166
3.46
574
7
2
0
2
11
3.45
38
177
612.00
3.46
Health Service
51
61
40
14
166
2.67
443
8
3
0
0
11
3.91
43
177
486.00
2.75
Q3: Infrastructure
Drainage Improvements
47
65
46
7
165
2.65
438
4
4
1
2
11
3.00
33
176
471.00
2.68
Streets/Alley Improvements
61
69
31
4
165
2.96
488
10
1
0
0
11
4.09
45
176
533.00
3.03
Sidewalk Improvements
65
60
36
4
165
2.92
482
2
5
2
2
11
2.64
29
176
511.00
2.90
Street Lights
40
67
46
12
165
2.55
421
5
3
1
2
11
3.09
34
176
455.00
2.59
Stop Lights
26
49
65
25
165
2.08
343
5
3
1
2
11
3.09
34
176
377.00
2.14
Q4: Neighborhood Services
Graffiti Removal
57
73
35
0
165
2.93
484
0
6
3
2
11
2.27
25
176
509.00
2.89
Code Enforcement
60
67
32
6
165
2.92
481
2
5
2
2
11
2.64
29
176
510.00
2.90
Trash and Debris Removal
48
67
46
4
165
2.70
445
6
1
2
2
11
3.00
33
176
478.00
2.72
Parking Facilities
49
58
47
11
165
2.61
430
5
4
0
2
11
3.27
36
176
466.00
2.65
Tree Planting
46
64
47
8
165
2.62
433
6
3
1
1
11
3.36
37
176
470.00
2.67
Q5: Special Needs Services
Disabled Services
45
78
35
7
165
2.78
458
1
7
0
3
11
2.73
30
176
488.00
2.77
Homeless Services
106
37
11
11
165
3.39
559
8
2
0
1
11
3.73
41
176
600.00
3.41
Abused Children Services
54
68
35
8
165
2.82
465
4
5
1
1
11
3.18
35
176
500.00
2.84
ADAlmprovements
30
68
56
11
165
2.38
393
3
4
2
2
11
2.73
30
176
423.00
2.40
HIV/AI DS Services
11
58
73
23
165
1.92
316
2
4
3
2
11
2.45
27
176
343.00
1.95
Domestic Violence Services
51
71
33
10
165
2.80
462
6
4
0
1
11
3.55
39
176
501.00
2.85
Hi
Med
Low
No
ENGLISH
Hi
Med
Low
No
SPANISH
TOTALRESPONSES
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4 3 2 1 Response Average Total 4 3 2 1 Response Average Total Response Total Average
Q6: Business & Jobs
Business BuiIding RehabiIitation
28
64
60
12
164
2.30
378
2
4
1
4
11
2.45
27
175
405.00
2.31
Business Attraction Activities
45
66
41
12
164
2.64
433
4
5
1
1
11
3.18
35
175
468.00
2.67
Business Retention Activities
68
59
34
3
164
2.98
488
2
3
4
2
11
2.27
25
175
513.00
2.93
Job Train ingforUnemployed
70
57
25
12
164
2.99
490
9
0
0
2
11
3.64
40
175
530.00
3.03
Job Training for Under -Employed
63
56
30
15
164
2.85
467
9
1
0
1
11
3.82
42
175
509.00
2.91
Micro Business Loans
45
66
36
17
164
2.64
433
4
2
3
2
11
2.64
29
175
462.00
2.64
Q7: Housing
Rehab Assistance for Homeowners
51
65
35
12
163
2.75
448
1
3
3
4
11
2.00
22
174
470.00
2.70
Rehab Assistance for Rental Housing Units
43
59
43
18
163
2.53
412
2
3
3
3
11
2.27
25
174
437.00
2.51
Affordable Rental Housing
88
30
26
19
163
3.00
489
10
0
0
1
11
3.91
43
174
532.00
3.06
Affordable for Sale Housing
70
41
29
23
163
2.80
457
11
0
0
0
11
4.18
46
174
503.00
2.89
1st Time Homebuyer Assistance
74
42
26
21
163
2.89
471
6
4
0
1
11
3.55
39
174
510.00
2.93
Mixed Use Housing
32
35
57
39
163
2.03
331
1
2
2
6
11
1.82
20
174
351.00
2.02
Q8: Special Needs Housing
Senior Housing
48
74
32
8
162
2.81
456
7
0
3
1
11
3.09
34
173
490.00
2.83
Handicapped Accessible Housing
42
64
43
13
162
2.58
418
4
4
1
2
11
3.00
33
173
451.00
2.61
Homeless Shelters
84
32
22
24
162
2.96
480
3
6
0
2
11
3.09
34
173
514.00
2.97
Domestic Violence Shelters
57
55
34
16
162
2.75
445
8
2
0
1
11
3.73
41
173
486.00
2.81
HIV/AIDSHousing
14
51
63
34
162
1.90
308
3
3
3
2
11
2.55
28
173
336.00
1.94
Historic Buildings Rehab Assistance
39
57
51
15
162
2.44
395
4
2
1
4
11
2.64
29
173
424.00
2.45
Q9: Which of the following best describes you?
Percent
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Percent
#
Total Percent
Total
Resident
85.19%
138
54.55%
6
83.2%
144
BusinessOwner
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0
4.0%
7
Social Service Provider
6.79%
11
0.00%
0
6.4%
11
Other (please specify)
3.70%
6
45.45%
5
6.4%
11
Total
162
11
100.0%
173
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Consolidated Plan
Community Workshop
The City of Costa Mesa wants to hear about your community's greatest
needs at a workshop on Thursday evening, January 22, 2015. With your
help, the City will identify the needs and priorities, and help determine how
Federal funds will be used to provide housing, community service (including
services to address homelessness), public facilities/infrastructure and
economic opportunities.
Thursday, January 22, 2015
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99 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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For more information, please contact Mike Linares of the Development Services
Department at (714) 754-5678 or Mike.Linares@costamesaca.gov
If you need special assistance to participate in this workshop, you should contact the Development
Services Department at (714) 754-5678. Notification prior to the workshop will enable the City to make
reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this workshop.
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Taller Comunitario del
_ Plan Consolidado
Cue"ntenos Que" Necesito
Su r dod
La Ciudad de Costa Mesa quiere saber las necesidades mayores de su
comunidad en el taller que tendra la noche del jueves, 22 de enero de
2415. Con su ayuda, la Ciudad va a identificar las necesidades y prioridades,
y determinar como utilizar fondos federales en la ciudad tocante a la
provision de viviendas, servicios comunitarios (incluyendo servicios para los
que les faltan viviendas), la infraestructura / instalaciones publicas, y el
desarrollo economico.
Jueves, 22 de enero de
2015 0`P t
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM a Fair pr Fair Or Qd~
Center park
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Emergency Operations Center
(EOC)
99 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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(Entre City Hall y Depto. de Policia)
Para obtener mas information, pongase en contacto con Mike Linares del
Development Services Department (Departamento de Desarrollo) al telefono
(714) 754-5678 o Mike.Linares@cost@mesaca.gov
Si necesita asistencia especial para participar en este taller, debe comunicarse con el
Community Services Department (Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios) al (714)
754-5678. !Notification antes del talierpermite que la Ciudad hags arreglos razonables
para asegurarla accesibilidad a este taller.
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Consolidated Plan
Community Workshop No. 2
The City of Costa Mesa wants to hear about your community's greatest
needs at a workshop on Thursday evening, February 12, 2015. With your
help, the City will identify the needs and priorities, and help determine how
Federal funds will be used to provide housing, community services,
including services to address homelessness, public facilities/infrastructure
and economic opportunities.
I Thursday, February 12, 2015
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Costa Mesa Senior Center
695 W. 19th Street,
Costa Mesa, CA
211d Floor Classrooms 1 & 2
79th St
Center $t 01
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For more information, please contact Mike Linares of the Development Services
Department at (714) 754-5678 or Mike.Linares@costamesaca.Rov
If you need special assistance to participate in this workshop, you should contact the Development
Services Department at (714) 754-5678. Notification prior to the workshop will enable the City to make
reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this workshop.
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z
d
O
Bernard St
W
R
Lions
Park ss
W_ -t= 51 w t8th St W I 8 St.
For more information, please contact Mike Linares of the Development Services
Department at (714) 754-5678 or Mike.Linares@costamesaca.Rov
If you need special assistance to participate in this workshop, you should contact the Development
Services Department at (714) 754-5678. Notification prior to the workshop will enable the City to make
reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this workshop.
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Taller Comunitario No. 2 del
Plan Consolidado
La Ciudad de Costa Mesa quiere saber acerca de las mayores necesidades de su
comunidad en el taller de la noche del jueves, 12 de febrero de 2015. Con su
ayuda, la Ciudad va a identificar las necesidades y prioridades, y determinar
c6mo los fondos federales se utilizaran en toda la ciudad en cuestiones tales
como la provision de viviendas, servicios comunitarios incluyendo servicios tales
como falta de viviendas, la infraestructura / instalaciones publicas y necesidades
de la comunidad y el desarrollo econ6mico.
Jueves, 12 de Febrero, 2015
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Costa Mesa Senior Center
695 W. 191h Street,
Costa Mesa, CA
Segundo Piso - Aulas 1 y 2
20th a-
6
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3
79th St
Center $t 01
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Para obtener mos informaci6n, p6ngase en contacto con Mike Linares del
Community Services Department (Departamento de Servicios Comunitarios) al
telefono (714) 754-5678 o.Mike.Linares@costamesaca.gov
Si necesita asistencio especial para participar en este taller, debe comunicarse con el
Community Services Deportment (Departamento de Servicios Comunitorios) al (714) 754-5675.
Notificacidn antes del taller permitir6 a la Ciudad para hacer los arreglos razonables para
asegurar fa accesibilidad a este taller.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF COSTA MESA
PUBLIC HEARING AND
COMMENCEMENT OF 30 -DAY PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
FOR SUBMISSION OF 2015-2019 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2015-2016 ACTION PLAN
Notice is hereby given that the City of Costa Mesa City Council will hold a public hearing related to the 2015-
2019 Consolidated Plan and the One -Year Action Plan for fiscal year 2015-2016. The Consolidated Plan is a
five-year strategic plan that identifies housing and community needs, strategies to address needs, and
programs/resources to address these needs. The draft 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and the draft 2015-2016
Action Plan delineate proposed activities to be funded under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development's (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Act
(HOME) programs.
For fiscal year 2015-2016, the City of Costa Mesa will receive $1,028,141 in CDBG funds and $327,658 in
HOME funds from HUD. Program income generated from prior funded activities and unexpended prior year
funds will also be utilized. As required by federal regulations, a 30 -day public comment period will be initiated
to receive written comments regarding the proposed use of these funds as outlined in the draft 2015-2016
Action Plan.
Proposed uses of 2015-2016 CDBG and HOME funds include the following:
■ Special housing code enforcement to ensure the maintenance of decent, safe and sanitary $325,000
housing
■ Public services for lower income youths, seniors, homeless, and lower income persons $154,220
■ Public facility improvements (various locations) $443,296
■ Funds reserved for Community Housing Development Organizations $49,149
■ Single-family housing rehabilitation loans/grants $245,744
■ Program administration (CDBG and HOME programs) $238,390
Total: $1,455,799
30 -Day Public Comment Period
The 30 -day public comment period for the draft 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and the draft 2015-2016 Annual
Action Plan will commence on April 6, 2015, and will end May 5, 2015. A draft is available for public review at
the Office of the City Clerk located at 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, and also on the City's website
— www.costamesaca.gov. Written comments must be submitted to the City of Costa Mesa Housing and
Community Development Division no later than 12:00 PM, May 5, 2015. Written comments should be
addressed to Mike Linares, CDBG/HOME Coordinator at 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92628.
Public Hearings
A public hearing regarding this action will be held at 7:00 PM, or soon thereafter, May 5, 2015, in the City
Council Chambers at Costa Mesa City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA. At this time and place any and all
persons interested may appear and be heard thereon.
For further information, or to ensure reasonable accommodations are made for persons with disabilities,
please contact Mike Linares, CDBG/HOME Coordinator at (714) 754-5678.
Publish: April 4, 2015
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MAP 1— ASIAN CONCENTRATION
April 2, 2015
= a5.10%
Race/Ethnic Concentration - Asian Persons
5.10-9.10% = X29.10%
9.10-19,10%
® 19.10-29.10%
1:132,185
2 4 mi
0 1.75 8.5 7 km
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Esn Japan, ME71, E5n Cmna jnorg ImnW. Esn tTml an% 7 miom,
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MAP 2 — HISPANIC CONCENTRATION
Race/Ethnic Concentration - Hispania Persons
15.20-25.20% = X55.20%
25.2o-35.20%
015.2456
® 35.20.552496
1:131,015
2 a mi
Q 1.75 3.5 7 km
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Esn Japan, MEH, Esn mina Hong xonp�, Esn tfmmna), Tomiom,
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MAP 3 — SEVERE HOUSING PROBLEMS CONCENTRATION (0%-30% AMI)
Households with Any of 4 Severe Housing Problems - 0% to 30% AM I
FN
15-30°% = iso%
30-50°%
< 15°Io
56 -SQ°%
1:132,185
D J z am
0 1.75 8.5 7 km
spuMes Esn, ttFAE, ooL . usGs, Imepnep, -mr ent a cusp , NPt, , ETA
japan, Mtil, Fla cm, Qi mp KOiW, Lin (Trc Il J, Tuaidn, rnapmvF w . B
cKw strexrevp eme+evary spa me cl5 ulerCDmunH
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MAP 4 - SEVERE HOUSING PROBLEMS CONCENTRATION (30%-50% AMI)
Households with Any of 4 Severe Housing Problems - 30% to 50% AMI
15-30% = -80%
30-50%
x1596
® 50 -SO%
1:132,185
D 1 z a me
0 1.75 3.5 7 km
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Esa 1apan, MEn, E� cma (Hong Knn®), ESa (Thallandk Twora,
mapmNr*'a.0 0Pen8;nVmV Conp*> M. ara me Cp8 ustr0omm mny
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MAP 5 - SEVERE HOUSING PROBLEMS CONCENTRATION (50%-80% AMI)
Households with Any of 4 Severe Housing Problems - 50% to 80% AMI
15-30% = X80%
30-50%
X15% 0 50-80%
1:131,D15
D 1 2 4 mi
0 1.75 3.5 7 km
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ESM Jipan, METI, Efn Cakr (HWV Hpng), Esn (Thpftntl), TWTOM,
MapeY Ia, 0 QMfISVeMap CVATWM5, ar* ine GIS V50r rOMMUnry
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MAP 6 — CDBG ELIGIBLE CENSUS TRACT BLOCK GROUPS
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TABLE B —ONE PERSON HOUSEHOLDS
1 -Person Households
Owners
Renters
Total
Householders Age 15 — 54
1,477
5,413
6,890
Householders Age 55 — 64
848
1,098
1,946
Householders Age 65 — 74
827
401
1,228
Householders Age 75 & over
1 1,062
603
1,665
Source: American Community Survey 2007-2011 (Table ID: 1325116)
TABLE C: INVENTORY OF ASSISTED HOUSING UNITS
Name of Project
Address
Target Group
Potential
Funding
Target
Assisted
Expiration
Level
Units
Bethel Towers
666 W. 19`h St.
Senior
2067
LIHTC
Low
270
Casa Bella
1840 Park Ave.
Senior
9/11/2015
HUD Section 8
Low
75
HUD Section 8
St. John's Manor
2031 Orange Ave.
Senior
12/2/2015
Very Low
36
HOME, CM
5/2062
Redevelopment,
Federal Rental
Rehab
2015 -2019 Pomona
Costa Mesa Family
Ave.
General
12/2038
CM
Very
72
Village
755-771 W. 20th St.
Redevelopment
Low/Low
1924-1932 Wallace
Ground Lease
Ave.
Park Place Village
1662 Newport Blvd.
General
Perpetuity
Land Use
Very Low
60
(SRO)
Restriction
Costa Mesa Village
OC Housing
(SRO)
2450 Newport Blvd.
General
Perpetuity
Authority, CM
Very Low
96
Redevelopment
Newport Senior
2080 Newport Blvd.
Senior
Perpetuity
Land Use
Very
91
Village (SRO)
Restriction
Low/Low
HOME
Rehabilitation
734-744 James Street
General
4/2049
HOME
Very Low/Low
11
Project #1
HOME
Rehabilitation
745 W. 18th Street
General
5/2056
HOME
Very Low/Low
3
Project #3A
HOME
HOME, Federal
Rehabilitation
717-721 James Street
General
6/2058
Rental Rehab
Very Low/Low
8
Project #6
HOME
707-711 W. 18th
CM
Rehabilitation
Street
General
5/2056
Redevelopment
Very Low/Low
8
Project #3B
Other Density
Scattered
General
Various
Land Use
Very
Low/Low/
156
Bonus Units
Restriction
Moderate
Developmentally
Very
Harbor Village
2501 Harbor
Disabled and
Perpetuity
State -Owned
Low/Low/
550
General
Moderate
Sources:
1. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
2. California Housing Partnership Corporation
3. City of Costa Mesa 2013-2021 Housing Element
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TABLE D: COSTA MESA CHILDREN UNDER AGE 6 WITH HIGH BLOOD LEAD VALUES (>4.5gu/d L)
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014*
TOTAL
27
32
33
58
27
177
Source: California Department of Public Health, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Branch
TABLE E: HOMELESS FACILITIES SERVING COSTA MESA
EMERGENCY SHELTER NAME NO. OF SERVICES % OF CHRONIC
BEDS HOMELESS BEDS
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING SHELTER NO. OF % OF CHRONIC
SERVICES
NAME BEDS HOMELESS BEDS
Emergency Shelter for victims of
Human Options
36
0%
domestic violence -women & children
Salvation Army Hospitality
Emergency shelter and services single
50
°
75%
House
men and women
Santa Ana
Cold weather emergency shelter - only
250
°
90%
Armory 1
operates during winter (Dec -Mar)
Cold weather emergency shelter for
Mercy House
82
15%
126
families with children - only operates
0%
(Family Redirection) 1
during winter (Dec -Mar)
Women's Transitional Living
Emergency Shelter for victims of
20
°
0%
Center
domestic violence -women & children
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING SHELTER NO. OF % OF CHRONIC
SERVICES
NAME BEDS HOMELESS BEDS
Source: County of Orange Housing and Community Services Department
1. Beds only available during winter months
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Transitional housing for victims of
Human Options Second Step
50
0%
domestic violence (women & children)
Orange Coast Interfaith
Transitional housing for families with
30
°
0/
Shelter
children
Mercy House Transitional
Transitional housing for families with
69
°
10%
Living Center
children and for single adults
Transitional housing for women and
Colette's Children's Home
82
15%
women with children
Source: County of Orange Housing and Community Services Department
1. Beds only available during winter months
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TABLE F: UNDERUTILIZED SITES SUITABLE FOR HOUSING
19 WEST URBAN PLAN AREA
MESA WEST BLUFFS URBAN PLAN AREA
EXISTING
EXISTING
POTENTIAL UNITS
SITE
ADDRESS
ACREAGE
ZONING
GENERAL PLAN
EXISTING USES
(avg. 24 du/ac)
1
745 W. 19th St
0.63
ZONING
GENERAL PLAN
Restaurant and bar with
15
General
13
1
671 W. 17th St
9.1
C1
Light
large service parking
20
Industrial
Commercial
(if live/work
719 W. 19th St
1.29
under common ownership
31
2
647 W. 19th St
.60
General
14
Commercial
Restaurant, small office
657 W. 19th St
.36
C1
Office
building, and printing
9
services
659 W. 19th St
.27
General
6
Commercial
Total Capacity:
75
MESA WEST BLUFFS URBAN PLAN AREA
Source: City of Costa Mesa 2013-2021 Housing Element
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EXISTING
EXISTING
SITE
ADDRESS
ACREAGE
EXISTING USES
POTENTIAL UNITS
ZONING
GENERAL PLAN
13
1
671 W. 17th St
9.1
General
Light
Office and manufacturing
20
Industrial
Industrial
(if live/work
housing)
Source: City of Costa Mesa 2013-2021 Housing Element
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ANALYSIS OF IMPEDIMENTS TO FAIR HOUSING CHOICE (INCLUDING 2015-2016 ACTION PLAN)
As a recipient of federal grant funds, the City of Costa Mesa is required to prepare an Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI). In addition to identifying impediments, a strategy to overcome
impediments must be implemented. The current Al was prepared in conjunction with the 2010-2014
Consolidated Plan in partnership with three other Orange County jurisdictions. In July 2013, HUD
published proposed rules that substantially revamped existing Al rules; however, as of this date, final
implementing regulations have not been published. On the advice of the Fair Housing and Equal
Opportunity staff at the Los Angeles HUD Office, the City is moving forward with an update to the Al
utilizing existing HUD guidelines. The City is undertaking this process in partnership with 16 Orange
County HUD grantees. It is anticipated that the updated Al will be completed in time for adoption of the
2016-2017 Annual Action Plan.
The current Al reviewed an array of public and private policies, practices and procedures affecting housing
choice within a four -city area (Costa Mesa, Mission Viejo, San Clemente and Tustin). The information
listed below summarizes the impediments identified in the Al and outlines actions the City will implement
during FY 2015-2016 in an effort to address impediments. It is important to note that not all impediments
listed are present in Costa Mesa.
IDENTIFIED IMPEDIMENTS TO FAIR HOUSING
The 2010-2014 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice identified several factors that might affect
a household's ability to access housing in a manner free from discrimination. Impediments identified in
the Al are summarized below:
■ The lack of income presents a barrier to obtaining affordable housing. Most impacted by low income
are elderly households and minority populations.
■ The City may be experiencing demographic changes that may strain race relations.
■ A majority of Asians and Pacific Islanders tend to be linguistically isolated.
■ The recent economic downturn and high unemployment had made homeownership more difficult;
however, while minorities may be underrepresented in the ownership market this is not identified as
an impediment to fair housing as all households, regardless of race/ethnicity, have been impacted by
shifts in the housing market.
■ Overcrowding is significantly higher among Hispanic households.
■ A significant portion of large and elderly renter households are experiencing some type of housing
problem.
■ Disability, race, and familial status constitute the majority of complaints received by the fair housing
service provider for the City. A review of these complaints found a pattern of allegations of denial of
reasonable accommodations and unequal terms.
■ Bias against race and/or ethnicity appears to be the biggest motivator of hate crimes.
■ Immigrant populations appear to need fair housing outreach and education services.
■ There appears to be a lack of lender advertising in particular neighborhoods.
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ACTIONS TO ADDRESS IMPEDIMENTS (2015-2016)
To address identified impediments, the following actions will be implemented during FY 2015-2016 by the
City and its fair housing service provider (the Fair Housing Foundation - FHF):
■ Fair housing services will be provided at an effective and responsive level to ensure comprehensive
fair housing outreach is carried out in the community and to affirmatively promote services in Low -
and Moderate -income areas of concentration.
■ The City's website will be updated to provide information and links to fair housing providers. Links to
information in languages other than English may be provided.
■ The City will collaborate with its fair housing service provider to provide fair housing training for
tenants, property management companies, homeowner associations and other groups, to help
ensure each is knowledgeable of fair housing laws and available services.
■ The City will affirmatively market its housing rehabilitation program in Low- and Moderate -income
and racial/ethnic areas.
■ As allowed by resources, FHF reviewed advertising for Orange County rentals listed in media such as
The Orange County Register, La Opinion, Los Angeles Times, local weekly newspapers, Craigslist, and
The Penny Saver, for discriminatory content. Discriminatory advertisements may be referred for
further investigation and possible enforcement action.
■ In response to foreclosures, FHF will provide appropriate referrals for qualified foreclosure prevention
and affordable housing assistance.
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CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
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CITY OF COSTA MESA
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Citizen Participation Plan is to provide the method and process by which the City of
Costa Mesa's consolidated planning process will comply with the citizen participation requirements
promulgated by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) pursuant to section 104(a)(3)
of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and as further augmented by
program regulations under 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B.
Through implementation of this Citizen Participation Plan, residents will be afforded the maximum
feasible opportunity to provide input on housing and community development needs, issues and
problems affecting very -low and low-income persons; to learn about the Home Investment Partnerships
(HOME) and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs the City needs to apply for and the
expected amount of assistance to be received from each; to develop local project proposals; to give input
to project selections and funding distributions; and to participate in the implementation of funded
activities.
This Plan, once adopted, may be amended by the City Council and shall remain in effect until superseded
by a new plan or until the City no longer participates in the Housing and Community Development Block
Grant Program and HOME program, or other eligible programs that pertain to the Consolidated Planning
process.
GOALS — OBJECTIVES — ACTIONS
Provide for and encourage citizen participation for all residents in the City in the development of the
Consolidated Plan, any amendments to the Consolidated Plan, and in the Consolidated Plan performance
report. In particular, the City will emphasize participation of 1) very -low and low-income residents; 2)
minorities; 3) non -English-speaking persons; and 4) persons with mobility, visual, or hearing impairments,
during all states of the process.
Provide information regarding the amount of HOME, CDBG, and leverage funds that are to be available,
the range of activities that can be undertaken and the procedures and contact points available for their
involvement in the City's consolidated planning process.
Encourage the involvement of residents of public and assisted housing developments in the process of
developing and implementing the Consolidated Plan, along with other low-income residents of targeted
revitalization areas.
To meet these goals/objectives, the City will meet with groups or individuals as requested, to assist in
identifying specific needs and to assist in preparing projected proposal applications.
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REASONABLE NOTICE
The City will provide residents and stakeholders with reasonable notice of, and opportunity to comment
on the consolidated planning process, proposed use of funds, and all proposed substantial changes
necessitating an amendment to the Consolidated Plan. At minimum, the City will provide a publicly
advertised 30 -day comment period for the adoption of all plans and amendments thereto.
■ Publish in newspapers of general circulation, a notice to the general public that the City is initiating a
consolidated planning process including the amounts and types of assistance expected, the range of
activities that may be undertaken, and how citizens can become involved in the planning and the project
development processes. At a minimum, the public notice will consist of advertisements published in a
newspaper of general circulation in the City.
■ Send letters, emails, memos or other information forms of communication to known interest groups
and service providers informing them of the consolidated planning process requirements and the process
for submitting recommendations.
■ Post notices on the City web site and in public meeting areas, including the Neighborhood Community
Center, the Downtown Community Center, libraries, City Hall bulletin board, and/or the Police
Department bulletin board.
■ Upon notification that non-English speaking residents will be in attendance at City public hearings,
the City will make an effort to assure that bilingual personnel are available to assist non-English speaking
residents wishing to provide testimony at the public hearings on consolidated plan items.
TIMELY ACCESS TO LOCAL MEETINGS, INFORMATION AND RECORD
The City will make efforts to provide citizens with reasonable and timely access to local meetings,
information and records relating to a) the identification of needs, b) the consolidated planning process
and project proposal, and c) the city's proposed use of funds, as required by the regulations of the
Secretary, and relating to the actual use of funds under the Act.
■ Provide information and records to the public about proposed projects and the actual use of funds
under the HOME and CDBG programs.
■ Make copies of the Proposed and the Final Consolidated Plan, related needs information, and
performance documentation available for review at the City Offices, the community center, and libraries.
■ Post copy of Plan or Summary on the City's web site.
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■ Utilize the results from the public information meetings (Needs Identification Forums) held to obtain
information from citizens about local housing, to formulate community and economic development needs
for the next three to five years.
(1) Provide copies of the findings from the public information meetings to members of the public and
identified interest groups.
(2) In each successive year, publish in newspapers of general circulation, a notice to the general public
inviting citizens to participate in Needs Identification Forums to identify the community development
and housing needs of very -low and low-income persons.
(3) Publish notices announcing the availability of the Final Consolidated Plan, related needs
information or performance documents.
■ Provide for timely consideration and response to comments, complaints and grievances regarding the
Consolidated Plan, amendments of the plan or performance report.
(1) City will prepare a summary of all comments and views expressed by citizens or interested parties
at the public hearing on the final Consolidated Plan, amendment of the plan or performance report
and will attach said summary to the final Consolidated Plan, amendment of the plan or performance
report.
■ Consider any comments or views of citizens or units of local government received in writing, or orally
during the public hearing on the proposed Consolidated Plan, amendment of the plan or performance
report.
(1) Answer, in writing, all written questions and answer verbally all verbal inquiries received from
citizens or representative groups.
■ Receive and respond to written complaints and grievances within 15 working days, where practicable.
(1) All written complaints and grievances regarding the City's consolidated Plan received by the City
will be logged -in and responded to, in writing. Depending on the nature of the project, the time that
it requires for resolution, and staff resources available to investigate and respond, the written
response will be sent within 15 days or as soon as possible otherwise.
■ Provide technical assistance to interested community groups.
■ Provide for a wide distribution of the final Consolidated Plan, or summary thereof, to afford citizens
throughout the County a reasonable opportunity to examine their contents.
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(1) Each year the City Council will conduct a publicly advertised hearing to consider the proposed
Annual Plan, to review staff recommendations regarding which project proposals and corresponding
funding levels will best meet identified needs and to receive citizen input, with such hearing at it
conclusion, being continued for a period of two weeks to enable staff to make any recommended
revisions to the plan prior to final consideration and approval by the City Council.
(2) Reproduce and distribute copies of the Consolidated Plan to the public libraries, community
centers, and any other public information site to be determined and request that the copies be
displayed during a specified period of time which corresponds to the 30 day comment period
advertised in the Notice.
(3) The City will provide citizens, public agencies and other interested parties with reasonable and
timely access to information and records relating to the Consolidated Plan and the City's use of
applicable grant programs during the preceding year.
■ Provide for public hearings to obtain citizen views on housing and community development
needs, proposed projects and activities, the consolidated plan and any amendments thereto and
program performance.
a. Conduct a public hearing before the City Council to receive citizen input on housing, community
and development needs issues or problems, and the amended Citizen Participation Plan at a time and
location convenient to the public and with accommodations for the handicapped.
(1) A notice will be published on the City's web site and in newspapers of general circulation
throughout the City concerning the public hearing, 15 days prior to such hearing.
(2) City Public hearings will be conducted at the City of Costa Mesa City Council Chambers,
77 Fair Drive, Costa mesa during regularly scheduled hearing dates and times. This facility is
centrally located and fully furnished and equipped to accommodate al citizens who wish to
participate. The Chambers are fully handicapped accessible with provisions for persons in
wheelchairs to address the Council.
b. Conduct a public hearing before the City Council in January each year to review activities and
accomplishments achieved during the previous Program Year.
MODIFICATIONS: The City of Costa Mesa may make modifications to the activities listed in the CDBG
portion of the Consolidated Plan, without public notice or an amendment to the Consolidated Plan, so
long as the modifications do not result in a substantial change to the purpose, scope, location or
beneficiaries of an activity. In this instance, substantial change is defined as follows: 1) a net increase
greater than 25% of the respective HUD grant allocation listed in a published Consolidated Plan; or 2) a
change in the type of activity; or 3) a change in the location of the activity; or 4) a change in the
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beneficiaries of the activity. The program administration activity and the unprogrammmed funds category
are not subject to the allocation limitations defined under substantial change.
ADDENDA: The results of public hearings, information forums, and written and verbal comments will be
recorded and made a part of this document prior to the adoption of the Consolidated Plan.
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OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 8/31/2016
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
* 1. Type of Submission:
Preapplication
® Application
Changed/Corrected Application
" 2. Type of Application: * If Revision, select appropriate letter($):
® New
❑ continuation * Other (Specifyg
[-] Revision
* 3. Date Received: 4. Applicant Identifier,
5 -15 -MC -060503
5a. Federal Entity Identifier:
Sb. Federal Award Identifier:
B -15 -MC -060503
B -15 -MC -060503
State Use Only:
6, Date Received by State:
7. Slate Application Identifier:
B. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
`a. Legal Name:
CITY OF COSTA MESA
Id. Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number (EIN/TIN):
* c. Organizational DUNS:
0661980160000
95-6005030
d. Address:
"Street1: 77 FAIR DRIVE
Streel2:
*City: COSTA MESA
County/Parish:
* State: CA: California
Province:
*Country: USA: UNITED STATES
* Zip /Postal Code', 92628-1200
e. Organizational Unit:
Department Name:
Division Name:
HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMEN
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
f. Name and contact Information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:
Prefix', MR "First Name: MIKE
Middle Name:
"Last Name: LINARES
Suffix:
Title: CDBG/HOME COORDINATOR
Organizational Affiliation:
*Telephone Number 719-759-5678 Fax Number 714-754-4913
*Email'.
mike. linares@costamesaca. gov
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
* 9. Type of Applicant 1: Select Applicant Type:
C: City or Township Government
Type of Applicant 2: Select Applicant Type:
Type of Applicant 3: Select Applicant Type:
* Other (specify):
* 10. Name of Federal Agency:
HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
11. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:
4-218
CFDA Title:
COMMUNITIY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
* 12. Funding Opportunity Number:
NA
* Tille:
NA
13. Competition Identification Number:
NA
Title:
NA
14. Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
Add Attachment Delete -Attachment: View Attachment
* 15. Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:
CDBG FUNDS WILL BE USED TO ADDRESS COMMUNITY NEEDS FOR LOWER INCOME COSTA MESA RESIDENTS.
Attach supporting documents as specified in agency instructions.
Add Attachments Delete Attachments View Attachments
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
16. Congressional Districts Of:
* a. Applicant 96 * b. Program/Project 96
Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed,
Add Attachment Delete Attachment View Attachment'
17. Proposed Project:
*a. Start Date, 07/01/2015 *b. End Date: 06/30/2016
18. Estimated Funding ($):
*a. Federal 1,028,191.00
* b, Applicant
* c State
* d. Local
*e. Other 187,000.00
* f, Program Income
*g. TOTAL 1,215,191.00
* 19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12972 Process?
❑ a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on �.
❑ b. Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review,
® c. Program is not covered by E.0, 12372.
* 20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation in attachment.)
❑ Yes ®No
If "Yes", provide explanation and attach
Add Attachment `: Delete Attachment View Attachment
21. *By signing this application, I certify (1) to the statements contained in the list of certifications** and (2) that the statements
herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.I also provide the required assurances** and agree to
comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may
subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. Code, Title 218, Section 1001)
® **IAGREE
** The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, Is contained in the announcement or agency
specific instructions.
Authorized Representative:
Prefix: MR * First Name: THOMAS
Middle Name: R
*Last Name: HATCH
Suffix;
*Title:
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
* Telephone Number:
719-759-9956
Fax Number: 719-759-5330
*Email: thomas.hatch@costamesaca. gov
* Signature of Authorized Representative:
* Date Signed:
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OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 8/31/2016
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
* 1. Type of Submission:
❑ Preapplication
® Application
❑ Changed/Corrected Application
* 2. Type of Application', * If Revision, select appropriate letter(s):
® New
❑ Continuation * Other (Specify):
❑ Revision
* 3. Date Received: 4. Applicant Identifier:
L M -15 -MC -06-0507
5a. Federal Entity Identifier:
5b. Federal Award Identifier:
M -15 -MC -06-0507
M -15 -MC -06-0507
State Use Only:
6. Date Received by State:
7. State Application Identifies
S. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
*a. Legal Name:
CITY OF COSAT MESA
* b. Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number (EIN/TIN):
* c. Organizational DUNS:
0661480160000 —�
95-6005060
d. Address:
* Streed: 77 FAIR DRIVE
Slreel2:
*City: COSTA MESA
County/Parish: ORANGE
*Stale: CA: California
Province:
"Country: USA: UNITED STATES
* Zip /Postal Code', 92628-1200
e. Organizational Unit:
Department Name:
Division Name:
HOUSING&COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
f. Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:
Prefix: First Name: MIKE
Middle Name:
*Last Name: LINARES
Suffix:
II
Title: CDBG/HOME COORDINATOR
Organizational Affiliation:
* Telephone Number: 714-754-5678 Fax Number: 714-754-4913
*Email:
mike.linares@costamesaca.gov
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
* 9. Type of Applicant 1: Select Applicant Type:
C City or Township Government
Type of Applicant 2: Select Applicant Type:
Type of Applicant 3: Select Applicant Type:
* Other (specify):
* 10. Name of Federal Agency:
HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
11. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:
4-239
CFDA Title:
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS
* 12. Funding Opportunity Number:
NA
* Title.
NA
13. Competition Identification Number:
NA
Title:
NA
14. Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
Add Attachment' Delete _Attachment View Attachment °;
* 15. Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:
HOME FUNDS WILL BE USED TO PRESERVE, IMPROVE AND EXPAND THE CITY'S SUPPLY OF HOUSING FOR LOWER
INCOME HOUSEHOLDS.
Attach supporting documents as specified in agency instructions,
Add Attachments Delete Attachments View Attachments
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
16, Congressional Districts Of:
* a. Applicant 46 * b. Program/Project g6
Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts If needed.
Adtl. Attachment Delete Attachment View Attadment 4
17. Proposed Project:
* a. Start Date: 07 / 01 / 2 015 " b. End Date:
18. Estimated Funding ($):
* a. Federal
327, 658.00
* b. Applicant
* c. State
* d. Local
*e. Other
332,298.00
* f, Program Income
*g. TOTAL
659,956.00
* 19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12572 Process?
a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on
b. Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review.
® c. Program is not covered by E.O. 12372.
* 20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation In attachment.)
Yes ® No
If "Yes", provide explanation and attach
Adtl Attachment '' Delete Atlachmerit Vigw Altaclment
21. *By signing this application, 1 certify (1) to the statements contained In the list of certifications*" and (2) that the statements
herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances** and agree to
comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may
subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. Code, Title 218, Section 1001)
® **IAGREE
** The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained In the announcement or agency
specific Instructions.
Authorized Representative;
Prefix: Mr. "First Name: THOMAS
Middle Name: R.
*Last Name: HATCH
Suffix:
*Title:
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
* Telephone Number:
714-754-4956
Fax Number: 714-754-5330
*Email', thomas.hatch@costamesaca.gov
* Signature of Authorized Representative:
* Date Signed:
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CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan
regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing -- The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing, which
means it will conduct an analysis of impediments to fair housing choice within the jurisdiction, take
appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified through that analysis, and
maintain records reflecting that analysis and actions in this regard.
Anti -displacement and Relocation Plan -- It will comply with the acquisition and relocation
requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970,
as amended, and implementing regulations at 49 CFR 24; and it has in effect and is following a
residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan required under section 104(d) of the Housing
and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection with any activity assisted with
funding under the CDBG or HOME programs.
Anti -Lobbying -- To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief:
No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it, to any person
for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in
connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the
making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension,
continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or
cooperative agreement;
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person
for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in
connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and
submit Standard Form -LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its
instructions; and
3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti -lobbying certification be
included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants,
and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall
certify and disclose accordingly.
Authority of Jurisdiction -- The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law (as
applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is
seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD regulations.
Consistency with plan -- The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG, HOME, ESG, and
HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
Section 3 -- It will co=ny with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, and
implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Specific CDBG Certifications
The Entitlement Community certifies that:
Citizen Participation -- It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that
satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105.
Community Development Plan -- Its consolidated housing and community development plan identifies
community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community
development objectives that provide decent housing, expand economic opportunities primarily for
persons of low and moderate income. (See CFR 24 570.2 and CFR 24 part 570)
Following a Plan -- It is following a current consolidated plan (or Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy) that has been approved by HUD.
Use of Funds -- It has complied with the following criteria:
1. Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds,
it certifies that it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to
activities which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination
of slums or blight. The Action Plan may also include activities which the grantee certifies are
designed to meet other community development needs having a particular urgency because
existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the
community, and other financial resources are not available);
2. Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds including section 108 guaranteed loans
during program year(s) 2015 (a period specified by the grantee consisting of one,
two, or three specific consecutive program years), shall principally benefit persons of low and
moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended
for activities that benefit such persons during the designated period;
3. Special Assessments. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements
assisted with CDBG funds including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds by assessing any amount
against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee
charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public improvements.
However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to
the capital costs of public improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from
other revenue sources, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect
to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds.
The jurisdiction will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted
with CDBG funds, including Section 108, unless CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of
fee or assessment attributable to the capital costs of public improvements financed from other
revenue sources. In this case, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with
respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. Also, in the
case of properties owned and occupied by moderate -income (not low-income) families, an
assessment or charge may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a
source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the
assessment.
Excessive Force -- It has adopted and is enforcing:
A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its
jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or
exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights
demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Compliance With Anti -discrimination laws -- The grant will be conducted and administered in
conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC 2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42 USC
3601-3619), and implementing regulations.
Lead -Based Paint -- Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of 24
CFR Part 35, subparts A, B, J, K and R;
Compliance with Laws -- It will comply with applicable laws.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Title
Specific HOME Certifications
The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that:
Tenant Based Rental Assistance -- If the participating jurisdiction intends to provide tenant -based
rental assistance:
The use of HOME funds for tenant -based rental assistance is an essential element of the
participating jurisdiction's consolidated plan for expanding the supply, affordability, and
availability of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing.
Eligible Activities and Costs -- it is using and will use HOME funds for eligible activities and costs, as
described in 24 CFR § 92.205 through 92.209 and that it is not using and will not use HOME funds for
prohibited activities, as described in § 92.214.
Appropriate Financial Assistance -- before committing any funds to a project, it will evaluate the
project in accordance with the guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more
HOME funds in combination with other Federal assistance than is necessary to provide affordable
housing;
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Title
APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS
A. Lobbying Certification
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed
when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a
prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31,
U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a
civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.