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Further, as localities continue to adopt inclusionary housing requirements, it is important to note that units required pursuant to a local inclusionary zoning ordinance also qualify as affordable units for purposes of meeting the requirements on the Density Bonus Law. Effective as of January1, 2021, Assembly Bill2345 (AB2345) amends the Density Bonus Law to expand and enhance development incentives for projects with affordable and senior housing components. density bonus) depending on the types of land use incentives being sought for the project, if any. Part 1 focused on background, while Parts 2 through 5 include specific recommendations to improve the density bonus and affordable housing provision throughout the region. Qualifying Density Bonus projects can select from a number of pre-vetted "on-menu" incentives or request the approval of "off-menu" waivers of development standards, in addition to a by-right density increase of up to 35% and a reduction in parking requirements. 0000001581 00000 n
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AB2345 amends the Density Bonus Law to decrease the set aside requirement for low income households as shown in the table below. As discussed below, Schreiber v. City of Los Angeles (2021)69 Cal.App.5th 549, resolved such an inconsistency, holding that a local implementation ordinance is preempted to the extent that the implementation ordinance imposes application requirements that exceed those required under density bonus law. Bigger Density Bonus. 0000002753 00000 n
These additional incentives or concessions could include any of the following: ** applies to a common interest development, as defined in Section 4100 of the Civil Code. According to the Court, both density bonus law and the Citys implementation ordinance place the burden of proof on the City to overcome the presumption that the incentive would result in cost reductions. No CEQA review is conducted; however, all other LAMC-required processes and procedures, including those for notification and appeals are required. jJ'7SA1ckzNk/~r"}K8Bp{j
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|\+@cq 4& Both the state Density Bonus Law and the Los Angeles Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) program offer market rate developers an array of regulatory concessions in exchange for setting Building a Better Density Bonus, Part 3: Leveraging Public Funds to Maximize Private Investment. Density bonus law (Gov. F: (213) 626-0434TDD: (213) 617-2292, Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning, Historical Landmarks and Records Commission, County Prequalified Environmental Consultant List, A-NET Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) Viewer, SMMLCP-NET Santa Monica Mountains Local Coastal Program, Santa Monica Mountains North Area Resources Web App, Z-NET Find Your Zoning and Verify Jurisdiction. All Rights Reserved. 0000005512 00000 n
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To be eligible for the maximum bonus, a project must set aside at least (i)fifteen percent (15%) of total units for very low income households, (ii)twenty-four percent (24%) of total units for low income households, or (iii) forty-four percent (44%) of for-sale units for moderate income households. 0000009760 00000 n
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For more information about implementation guidelines and procedures, including how changes to state Density Bonus law are implemented, refer to the Department Memorandums below: State Density Bonus Law: AB 2334, AB 1551, and AB 682 (2023) to Los Angeles Municipal Code 12.22 A.31 . Homes similar to 6208--6212 West Blvd are listed between $895K to $8,950K at an average of $960 per square foot. Schreiber concerns a project in the City of Los Angeles (City) that requested off-menu[1] incentives[2] afforded by density bonus law. Requests for modifications to City standards not on its pre-approved lists are considered off-menu.. Code, 65915, subd. 13,370 SF 83% Leased Office Building Los Angeles, CA $8,250,000 ($617/SF) 1.13% Cap Rate. 0000005549 00000 n
Prior to 2021, the Density Bonus Law permitted a maximum density bonus of thirty-five percent (35%) for a housing development in which (a) at least eleven percent (11%) of the total units are for very low income households, (b) at least twenty percent (20%) of the total units are for low income households, or (c) at least forty percent (40%) of AB 602 by Assemblymember Tim Grayson (D-Concord) - Development fees: impact fee nexus study. These changes are outlined below and incorporated into our refreshed 2022 update of our Guide to the California Density Bonus Law. 0000009728 00000 n
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The legislation does not modify the 80% density bonus required to be provided to completely affordable projects. Part 1 focused on background, while Parts 2 through 5 include specific recommendations to improve the density bonus and affordable housing provision throughout the region. THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. To assist understanding, a set of Affordable Housing Incentive Guidelines was developed alongside the Density Bonus Ordinance in 2005. information to improve the functionality and analytical performance of the website. Provides one incentive or concession for density bonus projects that include at least 20% of the units for lower income students in a student housing development. DENSITY BONUS/AFFORDABLE HOUSING INCENTIVES COMPLIANCE FINDINGS Pursuant to Section 12.22-A,25(c) of the LAMC, the Director shall approve a density . 0000009113 00000 n
Rather, the City was required only to disapprove the requested incentives if it could make a negative finding that the incentives would not result in cost reductions. Privacy Statement. With increases in the minimum set-aside, a project can receive a density bonus of up to 35% above what the General Plan allows, based on a sliding scale. . Before AB 1763, California's density bonus law (California Government Code Sections 65915 - 65918) focused primarily on projects with a mix of affordable and market rate housing. 0000002922 00000 n
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This is Part 2 of a five-part series by Urban One, which outlines recommendations and proposals for improving the California/Los Angeles density bonus program.Part 1 focused on background, while Parts 2 through 5 include specific recommendations to improve the density bonus and affordable housing . Access Los Angeless enabling ordinance for the State Density Bonus Program. 0000009113 00000 n
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Along with the City's Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Incentive Program, the Density Bonus Program is Los Angeles's biggest driver in producing mixed-income and 100% affordable housing. Density bonuses and incentives, consistent with the State Density Bonus Law, can be requested through an Administrative Housing Permit. 0000012594 00000 n
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An ordinance amending Sections 12.22, 12.24, 14.00 and 19.01 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code to implement a Density Bonus program, as required by State law. Prior to 2021, the Density Bonus Law permitted a maximum density bonus of thirty-five percent (35%) for a housing development in which (a) at least eleven percent (11%) of the total units are for very low income households, (b) at least twenty percent (20%) of the total units are for low income households, or (c) at least forty percent (40%) of the total for-sale units are for moderate income households. However, local agencies can require applicants to show that requested incentives and concessions will result in cost reductions for the project. New legislation that took effect on January 1 of this year provides for up to a 50% density bonus to be granted to housing projects consisting of a mix of affordable and market-rate homes, up from the previous maximum 35% density bonus for mixed income developments. Please click here to read or print the 2021 Guide. Terms under which this service is provided to you. City Planning Ministerial Review All Rights Reserved. If you have questions about the Density Bonus Law or information in the Guide, please contact the author of the Guide, Meyers Nave Senior Of Counsel Jon Goetz, at 800.464.3559 or jgoetz@meyersnave.com. On-Menu Density Bonus Ministerial Review Process (2021) has been a mechanism to encourage developers to incorporate affordable units within a residential project in exchange for density bonuses and relief from other base development standards. Provides parking standards of one-half space per bedroom for housing developments which include at least 40% moderate income units that are located within a half mile of a major transit stop. These guidelines describe the density bonus provisions and qualifying criteria, the incentives available to qualifying projects, and the procedures whereby projects may apply for a bonus and incentives. Attorney Advertising: The enclosed materials have been prepared for general informational purposes only and are not intended as legal advice. THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. trailer
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This is Part 3 of a five-part series by Urban One, which outlines recommendations and proposals for improving the California/Los Angeles density bonus program. With increases in the minimum set-aside, a project can receive a density bonus of up to 35% above what the General Plan allows, based on a sliding scale. A project requesting on-menu incentives, as outlined in LAMC12.22 A.25, is processed by City Planning through a ministerial review process. Higher Density Bonus For housing projects where all units are affordable to low and very low income residents, AB 1763 more than doubles the density bonus to 80%. In 2018, the City Planning Commission approved the project, including the applicants request for off-menu incentives, finding that the record did not contain substantial evidence that would allow the City Planning Commission to deny the incentives. 4Wme di9r % 4FincWzbfx|fkXl [ T|u > y ] YkED+L6b5H Revised February 26, 2018 the shall. 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