luce update | city council | 7.14.09 1july 7, 20091 luce update – city council july 14, 2009
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LUCE Update | City Council | 7.14.09
Update City Council on key progress Neighborhood Conservation Workshop Community Benefits Workshop Growth Management Approach Proposed indicators for measuring the plan’s success
Our purpose tonight…
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Performance Planning w/ Public Benefit
Performance Planning w/ Public Benefit
Conservation of Residential
Neighborhoods& Key Districts
Conservation of Residential
Neighborhoods& Key Districts
Integration of Transit
& Land UseMobilityTransit
Pedestrian/bicycleenvironments
Integration of Transit
& Land UseMobilityTransit
Pedestrian/bicycleenvironments
Areas of Change
located along Transit Routes
& at Stations
Areas of Change
located along Transit Routes
& at Stations
“Complete”NeighborhoodsRetail, Services,
Open Space, within walking distance
“Complete”NeighborhoodsRetail, Services,
Open Space, within walking distance
Phasing Program
Logical Implementation
Phasing Program
Logical Implementation
Monitoring Program
Identify thresholds Measure performance
Provide foradjustments
Monitoring Program
Identify thresholds Measure performance
Provide foradjustments
New RoadmapAs change occurs, the LUCE would ensure that Santa Monica becomes a better place by:
Identifying maximum allowable envelopes and heights
Implementing policies to reduce future traffic and manage transportation
Setting limits for where, when & how much change in the future
LUCE – Achieving the Community Vision
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LUCE: A balanced and integrated strategy developed with the community for the next 20 yearsSix Framework Elements:
Neighborhood Conservation and Enhancement
Reducing Future Traffic Congestion
Coordinating Land Use with Public Transit
Meeting Community Needs with Public Benefits
Placemaking through quality Urban Design
A Sustainable Santa Monica
LUCE Strategy Framework
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Single Family Neighborhoods
Areas of Preservation
No Change – Neighborhoods Preserved
Single Family NeighborhoodsSingle Family Neighborhoods
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Single Family Neighborhoods
Multifamily Neighborhoods
No Change – Residential Neighborhoods Preserved
Multi-Family NeighborhoodsMulti-Family Neighborhoods
Areas of Preservation
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Single Family Neighborhoods
Multifamily Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Commercial
No Change – Neighborhood Commercial
Neighborhood CommercialNeighborhood Commercial
Areas of Preservation
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Single Family Neighborhoods
Multifamily Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Commercial
Institutions and Parks
No Change – Institutions & Parks
Institutions & ParksInstitutions & Parks
Areas of Preservation
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Single Family Neighborhoods
Multifamily Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Commercial
Institutions and Parks
Beach and Oceanfront
No Change Beach and Oceanfront
Beach & OceanfrontBeach & Oceanfront
Areas of Preservation
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Single Family Neighborhoods
Multifamily Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Commercial
Institutions and Parks
Beach and Oceanfront
Industrial Conservation
No Change – Industrial Conservation
Industrial Conservation Industrial Conservation
Areas of Preservation
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Single Family Neighborhoods
Multifamily Neighborhoods
Neighborhood Commercial
Institutions and Parks
Beach and Oceanfront
Industrial Conservation
DA Sites and Business Parks
No Change – Dev Agreement Sites & Business Park
Development Agreement &Development Agreement &Business ParkBusiness Park
Areas of Preservation
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Wilshire Blvd.
LUCE Focus Areas
Wilshire Activity CenterSanta MonicaBoulevardBroadwayColoradoPico BoulevardOcean Park Boulevard
Bergamot Transit VillageMixed-UseCreativeMemorial Park
BOULEVARDS
DISTRICTS
Areas of Preservation
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DowntownDowntown
Memorial Park Activity Center
Memorial Park Activity Center
Bergamot Transit Village
Bergamot Transit Village
Activity centers located at EXPO transit stations and transit crossroads
Housing and jobs located near transit “Complete” neighborhoods within walking/biking distance of retail
services. Shifting away from regional commercial Locating residential along transit corridors
Trip Reduction Strategies
Mixed-UseCreative
Mixed-UseCreative
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Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
Project future change in five year increments to be in sync with transportation and infrastructure improvements
Measure and manage success• Establish performance
standards and targets• Report back to community
and the City Council• Allow City to “put on the
brakes”
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NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATIONWORKSHOP – June 2, 2009
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Nearly 100 participants
Every Santa Monica neighborhood represented
Active participation
Specific Neighborhoods & Strategies
June 2nd Workshop at the Santa Monica Main Public Library
Neighborhood Conservation
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What is Neighborhood Conservation? Manage the pace, timing & type of
change allowed in the neighborhood
A Neighborhood Conservation District has a special, identifiable character – representing a strong sense of time & place – composed of: Distinctive building features (scale, mass) Distinctive land use & architectural features Distinctive streetscape features (sidewalks,
landscape, streets, lighting) Distinctive site planning & natural features
(historic development patterns & topography)
Courtyards
Neighborhood Conservation
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Establish Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Districts Adopt criteria specific to each conservation district
Demolition Permit Policy Specific criteria to evaluate buildings in conservation districts for their
contribution to neighborhood character
Modification of Development Standards Transition between new buildings Ground level open space
Process Changes Policy Changes Educational Programs
Menu of Solutions: Neighborhood Conservation
List of Neighborhood Conservation Tools:
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The range of housing choices that span the continuum of incomes and lifestyles
The human scale of the residential neighborhoods
Walkability to local services like cafes, parks and entertainment
The availability of open space for social interaction, recreation, and respite
Structures that contribute to the overall neighborhood character (historic, cultural)
The diversity of architectural styles
The Community Defined Attributes to be Subject to Conservation
Neighborhood Conservation
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Over 150 participants
Prioritization of desired benefits
Active participation through breakout groups
July 7th Workshop at the Civic Auditorium, East Wing
Community Benefits
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Community Benefits
Lowers maximum heights to be analyzed… +/- 97% at or significantly lower than existing General Plan
Lowers today’s “by right” base height to 32’
Sets a high bar – Identifies exceptional community needs to apply for consideration to exceed lowered base height
Uses economic analysis to identify comparative value of benefits and feasibility
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Stepback18’ average
ResidentialStepback9’ average Residential
Residential
Residential
Active Retail
P/L
35’ max @ St. with on-site affordable
LUCE HEIGHT REDUCTION - WILSHIRE BOULEVARDLUCE HEIGHT REDUCTION - WILSHIRE BOULEVARDMixed Use Boulevard
LUCE height lower than existing 1984 General Plan LUCE base height is lower LUCE maximum height achievable only with public benefits Stepbacks to residential reduce volume
Community Benefits
84’EXISTING GENERAL PLAN HEIGHT LIMIT
55’LUCE HEIGHT LIMIT WITH PUBLIC BENEFITS
32’LUCE BASE WITHOUT PUBLIC BENEFITS
45o buildingenvelope
Adjacent to Residential
Fronting the Boulevards
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Community Benefits
Historic Preservation
Affordable Housing
Workforce Housing
Transportation Demand Management
Physical Improvements
Social/Cultural Facilities
The LUCE requires that new development beyond the base provides exceptional benefits to the community
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Physical ImprovementsReconnecting the
street grid to make it easier to get around
Pedestrian paths
Bike access
Recreational open space
Shared parking districts
Plazas at activity centers to provide a gathering place
Wider sidewalks
Community Benefits
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Affordable and Workforce Housing
Affordable housing beyond what is required by the existing Affordable Housing Production Program
Workforce housing in addition to affordable housing
Community Benefits
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OBJECTIVE: To locate housing along the transportation corridors where there is local serving retail, an enhanced pedestrian system and transportation alternatives. There should be a rich mix of social/economic levels housed along the boulevards.
Require 20% of market units to be affordable
Allow for a height and FAR bonus to 35’ from 32’ base.
Off-site housing OK if on the same corridor within ¼ mile
Prefer no in-lieu fees, as lower income households will have better access to transit on the boulevards
Mixed-Use Boulevard
ResidentialStepback9’ average Residential
Residential
Stepback18’ average
55’ M
ax w
/Pu
blic
Ben
efit
32’ B
ase
10’ rear yardsetback
45o buildingenvelope
20’Residential
P/L
35’ max @ St.
Local ServingRetail
P/L
Community Benefits: Affordable Housing
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Very Low Affordable
Low Affordable
Moderate Affordable
Moderate Workforce
Workforce
Community Benefits: Affordable Housing
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Housing that is affordable to people of all income levels, age, and cultural background
Neighborhood/local services (markets, restaurants, open space)
Cultural and/or art facilities and venues
Reuse of existing buildings, and preservation of historic structures
Social services and programs for children, youth and the elderly
Transit enhancements (bus shelters, sidewalks, etc…) and shared parking
Availability of open space, mature trees
Community Benefits Concept
The Community Prioritized Community Benefits
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The LUCE allows us to adjust the plan as we go forward. Various factors will influence the pace of change.
1. Market reaction to changing conditions (e.g. Expo light rail)
2. Level of City intervention necessary for activity centers to move forward (shared parking)
3. Observed results
“Putting On The Brakes” as necessary…
Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
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LUCE includes 5 Key Controls to Guide the Implementation of the Community’s Vision
Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
Location of Uses
Location of Uses
Type of Uses
Type of Uses
Quality ControlsQuality Controls
Amount of
Change
Amount of
Change
Rateof
Change
Rateof
Change
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Location of Uses
Location of Uses
Type of Uses
Type of Uses
Quality ControlsQuality Controls
Amount of
Change
Amount of
Change
Rateof
Change
Rateof
Change
Reduces Regional Office Use
Reduces Regional Serving Retail
Increases Local-Serving business
Creates Mixed-Use districts transit corridors and centers
Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
LUCE includes 5 Key Controls to Guide the Implementation of the Community’s Vision
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Location of Uses
Location of Uses
Type of Uses
Type of Uses
Quality ControlsQuality Controls
Amount of
Change
Amount of
Change
Rateof
Change
Rateof
Change
Conserves residential neighborhoods
Creates housing opportunities along transit corridors and transit stations
Incorporates TDM programs and policies
Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
LUCE includes 5 Key Controls to Guide the Implementation of the Community’s Vision
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Location of Uses
Location of Uses
Type of Uses
Type of Uses
Quality of the CityQuality
of the City
Amount of
Change
Amount of
Change
Rateof
Change
Rateof
Change
Provides for increased public review
Establishes design policies and guidelines
Increases Open Space Neighborhood
Conservation
Creates Urban Design Principles
Provides for Setbacks, Stepbacks and Building Envelopes
Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
LUCE includes 5 Key Controls to Guide the Implementation of the Community’s Vision
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Location of Uses
Location of Uses
Type of Uses
Type of Uses
Quality ControlsQuality Controls
Amount of
Change
Amount of
Change
Rateof
Change
Rateof
Change
Overall less area to change
Reduced Commercial Growth
Modified Residential Growth
Enhanced Transit
Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
LUCE includes 5 Key Controls to Guide the Implementation of the Community’s Vision
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Location of Uses
Location of Uses
Type of Uses
Type of Uses
Quality ControlsQuality Controls
Amount of
Change
Amount of
Change
Rateof
Change
Rateof
Change
Periodic review to monitor performance and progress
Indicators for fiscal health, community completeness, neighborhood conservation, transportation performance and conservation
Ability to “put on the brakes” to control rate of change
TDM enhancements to reduce existing trips
Controlling Growth: Measuring Our Success
LUCE includes 5 Key Controls to Guide the Implementation of the Community’s Vision
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Measuring Our Success
A balanced concept for pro-active monitoring and management:
Utilize transportation performance measures and transportation model data
A range of indicators tied to critical LUCE key goals
An array of considerations that allow for balancing issues and actions
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An innovative way to measure how we are achieving the LUCE goals by reporting trends
Complete and Connected Communities Quality of life, access to daily needs and services,
recreational open space, and housing affordability
Neighborhood Conservation
Transportation Choice
A Fiscally Healthy City Quality services such as public safety, schools,
libraries, road maintenance, and parks depend on the fiscal health of the City
Public Engagement Process
Indicators of our Success
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Strong support for proposed measurement tools:
Complete Community
Neighborhood Conservation
Transportation Choices
Fiscally Healthy City
Public Engagement Process
Community suggested items for study:
Availability of community gardens
Ridership of neighborhood shuttles
Availability of healthy food options
Response to Indicators
Indicators of our Success
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Community Benefits Concept
Testing Feasibility – Keyser Marston Associates Study in ProgressIs there sufficient site value created by allowing height or floor area above the “base” in return for the provision of community benefits?
Commercial Base
Public Benefit: Max height including all bonuses
Base height permitted by right
Residential
Considerations: differences in land value in Santa Monica (Wilshire versus Pico), range of site sizes and project height
Considered options with on-site affordable housing construction, and an option with in-lieu fee payment
Tested 3 tiers of project height and floor area
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Created Prototype Designs for Each LUCE District, e.g. Mixed-Use Boulevard
Created Plans for Each Building Level
Recognized Step Backs and Building Envelope Requirements
Calculated Affordable Housing Requirements
Calculated Parking and Parking Access Requirements
Preliminary Financial Analysis
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Results of Financial Feasibility Analysis Each FAR tier increases the land value
above the base case. A sufficient increase in value occurs thus
making the public benefits concept economically feasible
Too early to quantify value enhancements
A portion of the value enhancement is available for public benefits
Construction TypesType 1: $$$ Concrete FrameType 3: $$ Concrete Walls, Wood Floor/RoofType 5: $ Wood Frame
Preliminary Financial Analysis
Initial Finding: It is financially feasible to provide the specified community benefits.
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LUCE Planning Process
March April JuneMay July SeptemberAugust October November December FebruaryJanuary March2009 2010
Council Review/Action
Expo Light Rail
LUCE Planning
City Station Area Planning City Station Area Planning
Certify FinalEIR
Downtown/Civic Center Planning
LUCE – EnvironmentalImpact Report
Community Meetings
Notice of Preparation
April 24
Comment onDRAFT EIR`
ScopingMeetingMay 18
Station AreaPlanning
Downtown/Civic Center
May 11
LUCE Update
Hearings on LUCE/FINAL EIR
Planning & Community Development
Prepare Final EIR Preliminary Design
Prepare Impact Analysis & DRAFT EIR
City CouncilReview
Community Meetings
May 29, 2009
LUCEInterim Review
CouncilUpdate
Legend
IntegratedPlanning Process
IntegratedPlanning Process
Comment onDRAFT EIR`
EIR Meeting
EXPO Authority Meeting
LUCE CouncilUpdate
Select Design/Build Contractor
45 day Comment Period on DRAFT EIR
Prepare FINAL EIR Mitigation Monitoring Program
Public Hearings
Complete DetailedStudies
Prepare Draft LUCE Revise Draft LUCE Public Hearings
LUCEWorkshops/Study Sessions
Transportation, Lower Heights/FAR,
Public BenefitsNeighborhood
Planning
Complete Station Area Planning
Civic/Center Downtown Implementation
EIR ScopingMeeting May 18
Downtown/ Civic Center
NeighborhoodConservation, Lower Heights/FAR, Public
Benefits, Transportation
LUCEWorkshops/Study
Sessions