(A) This chapter is adopted pursuant to the city's police powers, as set forth in the California Constitution, and the city's Housing Element, as set forth in the Santa Paula General Plan, for the purpose of increasing affordable housing within the city's jurisdiction for very low and low income households.
(B) This chapter is also intended to further the economic integration and geographic balance of affordable housing in the city's developing areas.
(C) This chapter is intended to establish standards and procedures that will require developers to construct affordable housing for in projects.
(D) In addition, this chapter is adopted to implement the Act's requirements regarding affordable housing as set forth in the Plan and Cal. Health & Safety Code § 33413. In doing so, the City Council intends to implement the Act; codify existing practices; contribute to the city's need for affordable housing; meet the city's RHNA allocations; and ensure longterm affordability of dwelling units. Nothing in this chapter is intended to, nor will it, conflict or supersede with the Act. Rather, the provisions in this chapter affecting plan area development are intended to supplement and implement the Act.
(Ord. 1142, passed 11-7-05)