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DRAFT2007 Community Plan Goals and Policies Matrix Homestead Valley Communities

Page 1 of 26 Revised May 2019

What is this document? The County created this matrix to enable residents to better understand how

the County updated the current Community Plan goals and policies as well as

where they will be found or addressed in the future:

▪ Policy Plan: the location for updated goals and policies that apply to

unincorporated areas

▪ Implementation Plan: the location for actions to be undertaken by the

County to implement the Countywide Plan

▪ Community Action Guide: the location for actions to be undertaken by

community members, in coordination with the County

▪ Development Code: detailed standards or regulations that are already

addressed in the Development Code or can be considered in the upcoming

Development Code update

▪ Other: those issues, goals, policies, or actions that have already been

accomplished, are outdated, or are no longer a community priority

2007/2013 Community Plans In 2007, in conjunction with an overall revision to the County’s General Plan, the

County adopted 13 Community Plans to guide future growth and development

in select unincorporated communities while maintaining their distinct character

and sense of identity. A fourteenth Community Plan was adopted in 2013 for

the Oak Hills Community. These 14 Community Plans contain goals and policies

that augment the County’s overall General Plan and attempt to address unique

issues and concerns facing each community.

Proposed changes Consolidation of Community Goals and Policies. The 2007 General Plan, including

the 14 Community Plans, contains over 400 goals and 1,700 policies (over 250

goals and 1,000 policies in the Community Plans alone). This is an incredibly

large number of goals and policies to review—for members of the public,

County staff, and decision makers—when evaluating potential projects,

improvements, and other changes.

The large number of goals and policies also creates potential problems when

trying to maintain consistency between and avoid redundancy among the

General Plan and Community Plans.

Accordingly, the County is proposing to update and consolidate goals and

policies from both the overall 2007 General Plan and the 2007/2013 Community

Plans into a single source of policy direction called the County Policy Plan.

Transition from Community Plans to Community Action Guides. As part of the

Countywide Plan preparation, the County took a fresh look at the purpose,

functionality, and cost implications of Community Plans. The County was able to

eliminate a substantial amount of redundancy and resolve consistency issues by

consolidating all goals and policies into one Policy Plan. The County was also

able to expand the application of key goals and policies beyond singular

communities to help guide multiple communities and regions. Some language

from existing Community Plans were incorporated into the Other Potential

Actions section of the CAG for consideration in future community actions.

However, the County determined that it does not have the financial resources to

implement many of the policies in the current Community Plans without

potentially compromising existing local and regional levels of service. The

updated goals and policies guide and improve the county while remaining

fiscally sustainable.

In addition to updated goals and policies, the County prepared draft Community

Plans containing hundreds of grass-roots tools, actions, and strategies—shaped

by over two years of public outreach. Public feedback led to the renaming of the

documents from “Community Plans” to “Community Action Guides”, which

more accurately reflects their purpose and content. The Community Action

Guides also include updated information on each community’s background,

character, issues, values, and aspirations provided by the community.

Glossary of Terms. The 2007 General Plan included a Glossary. The County Policy

Plan will include a revised Glossary of Terms to help users read and understand

the Policy Plan and the meaning and intent of its goals and policies.

Thoughts or questions? Please contact the County at [email protected].

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DRAFT2007 Community Plan Goals and Policies Matrix Homestead Valley Communities PP: Policy Plan IMP: Implementation Plan CAG: Community Action Guide DC: Development Code update X: Other: accomplished / outdated / no longer a community priority


2007 Community Plan Policy Ref Where it will be addressed

LAND USE

Goal LU 1 Retain the existing rural desert character of the community.

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Goal LU-2 Land Use Mix and Compatibility. An arrangement of land uses that balances the lifestyle of existing residents, the needs of future generations, opportunities for commercial and industrial development, and the value of the natural environment.

Goal LU-4 Community design. Preservation and enhancement of unique community identities and their relationship with the natural environment.

Goal LU-6 Amendments to the Policy Plan. Growth and development in the unincorporated county in a manner that requires few and infrequent amendments to the Policy Plan.

Focus Statement A. Restore, preserve, and enhance the rural characteristics of Homestead Valley.

LU 1.1 Require strict adherence to the Land Use Policy Map unless proposed changes are clearly demonstrated to be consistent with the community character.

PP Policy LU-2.8 Rural lifestyle in the Mountain/Desert regions. We intend that new residential development in the unincorporated Mountain and Desert regions offer a lower intensity lifestyle that complements the suburban and urban densities in incorporated cities and towns to provide a range of lifestyle options. Master planned communities in unincorporated Mountain/Desert regions may provide a broader range of lifestyles and densities.

Policy LU-4.1 Context sensitive design in the Mountain/Desert regions. We require new development to employ site and building design techniques and use building materials that reflect the natural mountain or desert environment and preserve scenic resources.

Policy LU-4.5 Community identity. We require that new development be consistent with and reinforce the physical and historical character and identity of our unincorporated communities, as described in Table LU-3 and in the values section of Community Action Guides. In addition, we consider the aspirations section of Community Action Guides in our review of new development.

See new draft Policies LU-6.1 to 6.4 and Table LU-3.

LU 1.2 In recognition of the community’s desire to preserve the rural character and protect the area’s natural resources, projects that propose to increase the density of residential land uses or provide additional commercial land use districts or zones within the plan area should only be considered if the following findings can be made:

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Policy LU-2.1 Compatibility with existing uses. We require that new development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed to minimize negative impacts on existing conforming uses and adjacent neighborhoods. We also require that new residential developments are located, scaled, buffered, and designed so as to not hinder the viability and continuity of existing conforming nonresidential development.




A. That the change will be consistent with the community character. In determining consistency, the entire General Plan and all elements of the community plan shall be reviewed.

B. That the change is compatible with surrounding uses, and will provide for a logical transition in the plan area’s development. One way to accomplish this is to incorporate planned development concepts in the design of projects proposed in the area.

C. That the change shall not degrade the level of services provided in the area, and that there is adequate infrastructure to serve the additional development that could occur as a result of the change. Densities should not be increased unless there are existing, or assured, services and infrastructure, including but not limited to water, wastewater, circulation, police, and fire, to accommodate the increased densities.

Policy LU-2.2 Compatibility with planned uses. We require that new residential development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed to minimize negative impacts both on and from adjacent areas designated for nonresidential land uses.

Policy LU-1.4 Funding and financing mechanisms. We require the establishment of community facility districts, lighting and landscaping maintenance districts, and other types of funding and financing mechanisms for new development when the County determines that it may be necessary to maintain fiscal sustainability. We prefer the expansion of existing districts to the establishment of new districts.

Policy LU-1.5 Development impact fees. We require payment of development impact fees to ensure that all new development pays its fair share of public infrastructure.

Policy LU-6.1 Residential amendments that increase density in the Desert and Mountain regions. We discourage policy plan amendments that would permit new development on lots smaller than 2.5 acres in the Desert regions and lots smaller than one-half acre in the Mountain region. We approve general plan amendments that would increase residential density only if:

▪ The proposed change is determined to be compatible in accordance with policies LU-2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 4.5.

▪ Adequate infrastructure and services are available concurrently.

▪ The increase in density would not degrade existing levels of service for fire protection, sheriff, water, or wastewater service in the area.

Action Statement A2. Collaborate with San Bernardino County Land Use Services to develop and adopt design guidelines that reflect the unique characteristics of the community, and will lead to residential buildings that are compatible to the architectural style with Homestead Valley.

LU 1.3 Regulate the density of development in sloping hillside areas in order to reduce fire hazards, prevent erosion, and to preserve existing vegetation and the visual qualities of the plan area One method this can be accomplished by is requiring adherence to the following hillside development standards required by the Fire Safety Overlay:

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Policy LU-2.5 Hillside preservation. We require that new development in sloping hillside areas preserve the natural character of the surrounding environment and does not further exacerbate natural hazards or erosion.

Policy LU-4.1 Context-sensitive design in the Mountain/Desert regions. We require new development to employ site and building design techniques and use building materials that reflect the natural mountain or desert environment and preserve scenic resources.

See County Development Code, Section 82.13.050, General Development Standards, of the Fire Safety Overlay, for residential slope density standards.




A) Residential density: the density of development for any tentative parcel map or tentative tract map in sloping hillside areas shall be in accordance with the following criteria:

i. One to four (1-4) dwelling units per gross acre on slopes of zero to less than fifteen percent (0-<15%)

ii. Two (2) dwelling units per gross acre on slopes of fifteen to less than 30 percent (15 - <30%)

iii. One (1) dwelling unit per three (3) gross acres on slopes of greater than thirty percent (30%) gradient

B) When twenty-five percent (25%) or more of a subdivision project site involving five (5) or more lots is located on natural slopes greater than thirty percent (30%), the subdivision application shall be submitted concurrently with a Planned Development application to evaluate appropriate project design in consideration of topographic limitations of the site. This provision shall not apply if all of the areas on the site with natural ungraded slopes over thirty percent (30%) are permanently restricted from structural development

LU 1.4 Limit future industrial development to those uses which are compatible with the Community Industrial District or zone, are necessary to meet the service, employment and support needs of the Homestead Valley area, do not have excessive water requirements, and do not adversely impact the desert environment.

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Policy LU-2.3 Compatibility with natural environment. We require that new development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed for compatibility with the surrounding natural environment and biodiversity.

Policy LU-2.11 Office and industrial development in the Mountain/Desert regions. We allow new office and industrial uses in unincorporated Mountain/Desert regions in order to meet the service, employment, and support needs of the unincorporated areas.


County Implementation Plan. Update the Development Code and Zoning Map for consistency with the Countywide Plan, including input provided during the Community workshops on zoning changes and overlays.




Note: New development is subject to environmental impact analysis under the California Environmental Quality Act and/or National Environmental Policy Act.

Goal LU 2 Enhance commercial development within the plan area while protecting the rural character of the community and meeting the needs of local residents.

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Goal LU-2 Land use mix and compatibility. An arrangement of land uses that balances the lifestyle of existing residents, the needs of future generations, opportunities for commercial and industrial development, and the value of the natural environment.

Focus Statement E. Grow the local economy in a manner consistent with the rural character of Homestead Valley.

LU 2.1 Avoid strip commercial development along SR-247 and other major roadways within the community that would detract from the rural character by encouraging the development or expansion of commercial uses within cores areas. Commercial uses shall be compatible with adjacent land uses and respect the existing positive characteristics of the community and its natural environment.

PP Policy LU-2.1 Compatibility with existing uses. We require that new development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed to minimize negative impacts on existing conforming uses and adjacent neighborhoods. We also require that new residential developments are located, scaled, buffered, and designed so as to not hinder the viability and continuity of existing conforming nonresidential development.

Policy LU-2.10 Unincorporated commercial development. We intend that new commercial development in the unincorporated areas serve unincorporated residential areas, tourists, and/or freeway travelers. We encourage new commercial development to be concentrated to enhance pedestrian circulation and reduce vehicular congestion and vehicle miles traveled, with new development directed into existing centralized areas when possible.

Policy LU-2.11 Office and Industrial development in the Mountain/Desert regions. We allow new office and industrial uses in unincorporated Mountain/Desert regions in order to meet the service, employment, and support needs of the unincorporated areas.


Policy LU-6.3 Commercial amendments. We will only approve Land Use Plan amendments that would introduce new commercial areas in the context of a comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment. We may waive this requirement when the proposed amended area abuts an existing or designated commercial area and the amount of land available for new commercial uses falls below 15 percent of the total commercially-designated land in the area.




LU 2.2 Support the development of the area surrounding the Landers post office as a core area. Encourage future commercial development and multiple-family residential uses to be located in this area within the Rural Commercial (CR) Land Use District.

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Policy Map LU-1E. Land Use Map – East Desert Region. The Draft Land Use Map retains a Commercial designation for the area around the Landers Post Office. the designation of many areas:

Note: The County’s current Land Use District (LUD) system serves as its Zoning and General Plan map (aka one-map system). The County is proposing to transition to a two-map system that retains the current LUD system as Zoning Districts, and introduces a second land use mapping system in the Policy Plan that groups the current LUDs into simplified categories or Land Use Categories (LUCs).

The Policy Plan includes one Commercial LUC that communicates and governs the long-term intent for land use. The Commercial LUC is implemented by a number of LUDs in the County Development Code: Service Commercial, General Commercial, Highway Commercial, Neighborhood Commercial, Office Commercial, and Rural Commercial.

County Implementation Plan. Update the Development Code and Zoning Map for consistency with the Countywide Plan, including input provided during the Community workshops on zoning changes and overlays.

Goal LU 3 Establish locational criteria for future development within the plan area to ensure compatibility between uses.

PP Goal LU-2 Land Use Mix and Compatibility. An arrangement of land uses that balances the lifestyle of existing residents, the needs of future generations, opportunities for commercial and industrial development, and the value of the natural environment.

LU 3.1 Encourage any intensification of commercial land uses and increased residential densities to be located within the Special Development District to ensure that they are designed to be compatible with the rural character of the community.

PP Policy LU-4.1 Context sensitive design in the Mountain/Desert regions. We require new development to employ site and building design techniques and use building materials that reflect the natural mountain or desert environment and preserve scenic resources.

LU 3.2 Provide transitional uses and buffer incompatible uses such as residential and commercial uses, SR-247 and environmentally sensitive areas.

PP Policy LU-2.1 Compatibility with existing uses. We require that new development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed to minimize negative impacts on existing conforming uses and adjacent neighborhoods. We also require that new residential developments are located, scaled, buffered, and designed so as to not hinder the viability and continuity of existing conforming nonresidential development.

Policy LU-2.2 Compatibility with planned uses. We require that new residential development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed to minimize negative impacts both on and from adjacent areas designated for nonresidential land uses.




Policy LU-2.3 Compatibility with natural environment. We require that new development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed for compatibility with the surrounding natural environment and biodiversity.

See County Development Code Section 83.02.060, Screening and Buffering, and Section 83.10.080, Regional Landscaping Standards.

LU 3.3 Upon completion of land exchanges with the BLM that are adjacent to the landfill, convert those new private lands to a designation of Community Industrial (IC).

PP Policy NR-3.4 Land exchange. We coordinate with state and federal agencies to exchange publicly owned lands in order to provide additional areas for open space, recreation, and resource protection. We also request the right of first refusal on publicly owned lands made available for purchase to the public.

Goal LU 4 Enhance residential and commercial development by encouraging and accommodating mass transit facilities.

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Goal TM-4 Complete streets, transit, and active transportation. On- and off-street improvements that provide functional alternatives to private car usage and promote active transportation in mobility focus areas.

Focus Statement D. Improve transportation options and road conditions in Homestead Valley.

LU 4.1 Where appropriate, work with the Morongo Basin Transit Authority to incorporate site design features to accommodate and to access mass transit facilities, such as bus stops, bus turn-outs and other passenger amenities.

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Policy TM-4.4 Transit access for residents in unincorporated areas. We support and work with local transit agencies to generate a public transportation system, with fixed routes and on-demand service, that provide residents of unincorporated areas with access to jobs, public services, shopping, and entertainment throughout the county.

Policy TM-4.5 Transit access to job centers and tourist destinations. We support and work with local transit agencies to generate public transportation systems that provide access to job centers and reduce congestion in tourist destinations in unincorporated areas.

Policy HW-3.1 Healthy environments. We collaborate with other public agencies, not-for-profit organizations, community groups, and private developers to improve the physical and built environment in which people live. We do so by improving such things as walkability, bicycle infrastructure, transit facilities, universal design, safe routes to school, indoor and outdoor air quality, gardens, green space and open space, and access to parks and recreation amenities.




Action Statement D3. Collaborate with Morongo Basin Transit Authority to improve transit in Homestead Valley, including new or extended routes, increases in bus frequency, and longer operating hours as appropriate.

CIRCULATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Goal CI 1 Ensure a safe and effective transportation system that provides adequate traffic movement while preserving the rural desert character of the community.

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Goal TM-1 Roadway Capacity. Unincorporated areas served by roads with capacity that is adequate for residents, businesses, tourists, and emergency services.

Goal TM-2 Road design standards. Roads designed and built to standards in the unincorporated areas that reflect the rural, suburban, and urban context as well as the regional (valley, mountain, and desert) context.


CI 1.1 Ensure that all new development proposals do not degrade Levels of Service (LOS) on Major Arterials below LOS “C”.

PP Policy TM-1.1 Roadway level of service (LOS). We require our roadways to be built to achieve the following minimum level of service standards during peak commute periods (typically 7:00-9:00 AM and 4:00-6:00 PM on a weekday):

LOS D in the Valley Region

LOS D in the Mountain Region

LOS C in the North and East Desert Regions

CI 1.2 Design roads to follow natural contours, avoid grid pattern streets, minimize cuts and fills and disturbance of natural resources and trees wherever possible.

PP Policy TM-2.1 Context sensitive approach. We maintain and periodically update required roadway cross sections that prioritize multi-modal systems inside mobility focus areas (based on community context), and vehicular capacity on roadways outside of mobility focus areas (based on regional context).

Policy TM-2.2 Roadway improvements. We require roadway improvements that reinforce the character of the area, such as curbs and gutters, sidewalks, landscaping, street lighting, and pedestrian and bicycle facilities. We require fewer improvements in rural areas and more improvements in urbanized areas, consistent with the Development Code. Additional standards may be required in municipal spheres of influence.

Policy D/H-1.2 Rural-scale infrastructure. We discourage urban-scale infrastructure improvements (e.g., such as curbs, gutters, and street lighting) for different communities in the Desert Region in cases where public health, safety, and welfare are not endangered.




CI 1.3 Preservation and protection of sensitive habitats shall have priority over road location, relocation, or realignment, when other practical alternatives are available.

PP Policy NR-5.1 Coordinated habitat planning. We participate in landscape-scale habitat conservation planning and coordinate with existing or proposed habitat conservation and natural resource management plans for private and public lands to increase certainty for both the conservation of species, habitats, wildlife corridors, and other important biological resources and functions and for land development and infrastructure permitting.

Policy NR-5.3 Multiple-resource benefits. We prioritize conservation actions that demonstrate multiple resource preservation benefits, such as biology, climate change adaptation and resiliency, hydrology, cultural, scenic, and community character.

Policy NR-5.7 Development review, entitlement, and mitigation. We comply with state and federal regulations regarding protected species of animals and vegetation through the development review, entitlement, and environmental clearance processes.

Note: Project alternatives and environmental impacts, including impacts to resources, are analyzed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act and/or National Environmental Policy Act.

CI 1.4 Preserve the status of Old Woman Springs Road (SR-247) as a County Scenic Route and ensure protection of the views through the following methods:

A. Require compliance with the provisions of the Open Space Overlay.

B. Support hillside preservation regulations that include standards for hillside development to control densities, allowable cut and fill heights, soil and slope stability, grading and blending of contours, structural relationships and building foundations.

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Policy Map NR-3. Scenic Routes and Highways. Old Woman Springs Road (SR-247) is a designated County Scenic Route and is identified by Caltrans as an eligible State Scenic Highway.

Policy TM-2.5 Context-based features. When making road improvements, we provide feasible, context-based transportation features such as:

Chain installation and inspection areas in the Mountain Region

Slow-vehicle turnouts on roadways with steep grades

Limited on-street parking areas to serve snow-plow or emergency services

Passing lanes in rural areas

Vista areas along scenic routes

Policy NR-4.1 Preservation of scenic resources. We consider the location and scale of development to preserve regionally significant scenic vistas and natural features, including prominent hillsides, ridgelines, dominant landforms, and reservoirs.

Action Statement D1. Achieve Scenic Highway designation for State Route 247.




See County Development Code, Chapter 82.19, Open Space Overlay and Chapter 83.08, Hillside Grading Standards.

CI 1.5 Ensure that new developments are coordinated with the construction of appropriate streets and highways by encouraging development in the vicinity of existing road systems to minimize the need for additional roads.

PP Policy TM-2.3 Concurrent improvements. We require new development to mitigate project transportation impacts no later than prior to occupancy of the development to ensure transportation improvements are delivered concurrent with future development.

Policy H-1.2 Concurrent infrastructure. We support the integrated planning and provision of appropriate infrastructure (including water, sewer, and roadways) concurrent with and as a condition of residential development to create more livable communities.

CI 1.6 Coordinate with the local community to identify priorities and establish a schedule to pave roads and provide improved maintenance of dirt roads within the plan area.

The priorities for road paving as of the date of adoption of this plan are as follows:

A. Flamingo Heights: Cherokee Trail between Napa and Chaparral Roads.

B. Flamingo Heights: Delgada Avenue between Lowe Avenue and Starlight Mesa.

C. Flamingo Heights: Napa Road between Inca Trail and Delgada Avenue.

D. Flamingo Heights: Hondo Street between Inca Trail and Soledad Avenue.

E. Flamingo Heights: Starlight Mesa between Kickapoo Trail and Cambria Avenue.

F. Flamingo Heights: Chaparral Road between Inca Trail and Old Woman Springs Road.

G. Flamingo Heights: SR 247 Service Road between Tanager and Chaparral Road.

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Policy TM-1.4 Unpaved roadways. The County does not accept new unpaved roads into the County Maintained Road System, and we require all-weather treatment for all new unpaved roads.

Policy TM-1.5 Upgrading unpaved roads. We support the paving of unpaved roads when funding is contributed through a local area funding and financing mechanism.

Policy TM-1.6 Paved roads. For any new development for which paved roads are required, we require the developer to construct the roads and we require the establishment of a special funding and financing mechanism to pay for roadway operation, maintenance, and set-aside reserves.


Action Statement D4. Improve roadways in Homestead Valley to meet the needs of community members and visitors while preserving the desert landscape and rural character.

CAG: The direction on listed roads was incorporated into the Other Potential Actions section of the CAG. Action Statement D4 combined with special funding and financing mechanisms will be needed to address this issue, as the majority of roads listed in the 2007 Community Plan are not in the County Maintained Road System (CMRS). When a roadway is outside of the CMRS, the County cannot maintain or pave the roadway per




H. Flamingo Heights: Dog leg at the south end of Soledad between Hondo Street and Delgada Avenue.

I. Johnson Valley: Quail Bush Road between Big Horn Road and SR 247.

J. Landers: Becker Avenue between Reche Road and Bearing Tree Lane.

K. Landers: Bearing Tree Lane between Becker Avenue and Belfield Blvd.

L. Landers: Vans Ranch Road between Reche Avenue and Napa Road.

M. Yucca Mesa: Warren Vista Avenue, one-half mile north and south of Aberdeen Drive.

N. Yucca Mesa: Balsa Avenue, one-half mile north and south of Aberdeen Drive.

O. Yucca Mesa: Indio Avenue, one-half mile north and south of Aberdeen Drive.

P. Yucca Mesa: Olympic Road, one-half mile north and south of Aberdeen Drive.

the Streets and Highway Code See below for more information on specific roadways that are within the CMRS.

Flamingo Heights: Delgada Avenue between Lowe Avenue and Starlight Mesa: mostly not in the CMRS, portion in the CMRS is unpaved but maintained

Flamingo Heights: Napa Road between Inca Trail and Delgada Avenue: paved east of SR-247 and in the CMRS; unpaved outside the CMRS

Flamingo Heights: Hondo Street between Inca Trail and Soledad Avenue: paved east of Inca Trail to Artesia Ave, unpaved to Soledad Ave but maintained

Flamingo Heights: Dog leg at the south end of Soledad between Hondo Street and Delgada Avenue: unpaved but maintained

Yucca Mesa: Warren Vista Avenue, one-half mile north and south of Aberdeen Drive: north of Aberdeen is not in the CMRS; south of Aberdeen is partly paved/partly unpaved, in the CMRS, and maintained

CI 1.7 Provide access control, traffic system management and other improvements on the highways and minor County roads within the plan area in keeping with the scenic sensitivity of the community plan area.

PP Policy TM-2.6 Access control. We promote shared/central access points for direct access to roads in unincorporated areas to minimize vehicle conflict points and improve safety, especially access points for commercial uses on adjacent properties.


Policy NR-4.2 Coordination with agencies. We coordinate with adjacent federal, state, local, and tribal agencies to protect scenic resources that extend beyond the County’s land use authority and are important to countywide residents, businesses, and tourists.

CI 1.8 Minimize the traffic load on SR-247 by minimizing the number of additional streets and direct access points to SR-247, providing alternative routes by which local traffic depending on SR-247 may be

PP Policy TM-2.6 Access control. We promote shared/central access points for direct access to roads in unincorporated areas to minimize vehicle conflict points and improve safety, especially access points for commercial uses on adjacent properties.




reduced and by limiting the intensity of commercial and residential development immediately adjacent to SR-247.


CI 1.9 Street lighting shall be provided in accordance with the Night Sky Protection Ordinance and shall only be provided as necessary to meet safety standards.

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Policy LU-4.7 Dark skies. We minimize light pollution and glare to preserve views of the night sky, particularly in the Mountain and Desert regions where dark skies are fundamentally connected to community identities and local economies. We also promote the preservation of dark skies to assist the military in testing, training, and operations.

Action Statement A1. Advocate for San Bernardino County to adopt and enforce “Dark Skies” requirements for buildings and outdoor lighting to minimize light pollution.

See County Development Code, Section 83.07.040, Glare and Outdoor Lighting – Mountain and Desert Regions.

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Goal TM-4 Complete streets, transit, and active transportation. On- and off-street improvements that provide functional alternatives to private car usage and promote active transportation in mobility focus areas.


CI 2.1 Define the existing and future transportation needs as they may relate to transit for local residents, particularly seniors. When transportation needs are defined, conduct a feasibility study to determine the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of instituting alternative transportation recommendations.

PP Policy TM-1.9 New transportation options. We support the use of transportation network companies, autonomous vehicles, micro transit, and other emerging transportation options that reduce congestion, minimize land area needed for roadways, create more pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly streets, reduce VMT, or reduce dependence on privately-owned vehicles.

Policy TM-4.1 Complete streets network. We maintain a network of complete streets within mobility focus areas that provide for the mobility of all users of all ages and all abilities, while reflecting the local context.




Policy TM-4.3 Funding. We partner with SBCTA, Caltrans, and local agencies to fund active transportation systems in the county. We encourage unincorporated communities to apply for funding and cooperate with them in their funding applications for active transportation improvements that are identified in a non-motorized transportation plan that is accepted or adopted by the County.


Policy TM-4.8 Local bicycle and pedestrian networks. We support local bike and pedestrian facilities that serve unincorporated areas, connect to facilities in adjacent incorporated areas, and connect to regional trails. We prioritize bicycle and pedestrian network improvements that provide safe and continuous pedestrian and bicycle access to mobility focus areas, schools, parks, and major transit stops.

Policy Maps 2 (Transit Network) and TM-4 (Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning.) The maps include countywide transit and bicycle planning (respectively), as well as a specific reference to the Morongo Basin Active Transportation Plan.

Policy HW-3.1 Healthy environments. We collaborate with other public agencies, not-for-profit organizations, community groups, and private developers to improve the physical and built environment in which people live. We do so by improving such things as walkability, bicycle infrastructure, transit facilities, universal design, safe routes to school, indoor and outdoor air quality, gardens, green space and open space, and access to parks and recreation amenities.

Note: In October 2017, the County received a $200,000 grant from the Southern California Association of Governments to develop a citizen-driven Morongo Basin Active Transportation Plan to analyze the transit, bicycle and pedestrian needs of the communities to identify basin-wide infrastructure, policy and programing actions that will create a safe and efficient environment for these forms of transportation.

CI 2.2 Evaluate additional service needs that could be provided by the Morongo Basin Transit Authority (MBTA) through coordination with MBTA, the County and residents of the desert communities.

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Policy TM-4.5 Transit access to job centers and tourist destinations. We support and work with local transit agencies to generate public transportation systems that provide




access to job centers and reduce congestion in tourist destinations in unincorporated areas.


CI 2.3 Work cooperatively with the Morongo Basin Transit Authority to encourage the expansion of public transportation routes and increased ridership within the Homestead Valley as well as the Morongo Basin.

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Policy TM-4.5 Transit access to job centers and tourist destinations. We support and work with local transit agencies to generate public transportation systems that provide access to job centers and reduce congestion in tourist destinations in unincorporated areas.


Goal CI 3 Ensure adequate water sources and associated infrastructure to serve the needs of existing and future water users in the Homestead Valley Community Plan Area.

PP Goal IU-1 Water supply. Water supply and infrastructure are sufficient for the needs of residents and businesses and resilient to drought.

CI 3.1 Through the development review process, permit new development only when adequate water supply exists or can be assured.

PP Policy IU-1.1 Water supply. We require that new development be connected to a public water system or a County-approved well to ensure a clean and resilient supply of potable water, even during cases of prolonged drought.

Policy LU-6.1 Residential amendments that increase density in the Desert and Mountain regions. We discourage policy plan amendments that would permit new development on lots smaller than 2.5 acres in the Desert regions and lots smaller than one-half acre in the Mountain region. We approve general plan amendments that would increase residential density only if:

▪ The proposed change is determined to be compatible in accordance with policies LU-2.1, 2.2, 2.3, and 4.5.

▪ Adequate infrastructure and services are available concurrently.




▪ The increase in density would not degrade existing levels of service for fire protection, sheriff, water, or wastewater service in the area.

Policy IU-1.8 Groundwater management coordination. We collaborate with watermasters, groundwater sustainability agencies, water purveyors, and other government agencies to ensure groundwater basins are being sustainably managed. We discourage new development when it would create or aggravate groundwater overdraft conditions, land subsidence, or other “undesirable results” as defined in the California Water Code. We require safe yields for groundwater sources covered by the Desert Groundwater Management Ordinance.

Policy H-1.2 Concurrent infrastructure. We support the integrated planning and provision of appropriate infrastructure (including water, sewer, and roadways) concurrent with and as a condition of residential development to create more livable communities.

CI 3.2 Support efforts to continue to improve cooperation and communication among water providers and the County in addressing water related issues.

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Policy IU-1.8 Groundwater management coordination. We collaborate with watermasters, groundwater sustainability agencies, water purveyors, and other government agencies to ensure groundwater basins are being sustainably managed. We discourage new development when it would create or aggravate groundwater overdraft conditions, land subsidence, or other “undesirable results” as defined in the California Water Code. We require safe yields for groundwater sources covered by the Desert Groundwater Management Ordinance.

Policy IU-1.10 Connected systems. We encourage local water distribution systems to interconnect with regional and other local systems, where feasible, to assist in the transfer of water resources during droughts and emergencies.

Action Statement C4. Explore establishing a community-scale water distribution system to replace hauled water, provided that the water is affordable and sourced responsibly.

Goal CI 4 Encourage and promote water conservation. PP Goal IU-1 Water supply. Water supply and infrastructure are sufficient for the needs of residents and businesses and resilient to drought.

CI 4.1 Support conservation and efficient water use in an effort to minimize the need for new water sources.

PP Policy IU-1.9 Water conservation. We encourage water conserving site design and the use of water conserving fixtures, and advocate for the adoption and implementation of water conservation strategies by water service agencies. For existing County-owned facilities, we incorporate design elements, building materials, fixtures, and landscaping that reduce water consumption, as funding is available.




CI 4.2 Provide education for voluntary water conservation. Plan and implement educational programs and events promoting water conservation.

PP Policy IU-1.9 Water conservation. We encourage water conserving site design and the use of water conserving fixtures, and advocate for the adoption and implementation of water conservation strategies by water service agencies. For existing County-owned facilities, we incorporate design elements, building materials, fixtures, and landscaping that reduce water consumption, as funding is available.

CI 4.3 Promote the use of native low water use vegetation, especially drought tolerant plants in landscaping and discourage inappropriate use of vegetation unsuited to the desert climate.

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Policy LU-4.3 Native or drought-tolerant landscaping. We require new development, when outside of high and very high fire hazard severity zones, to install and maintain drought-tolerant landscaping and encourage the use of native species.

See County Development Code Sections 83.10.070, Landscaping Standards, and 83.10.080, Regional Landscaping Standards.

CI 4.4 Minimize the use of turf grass. DC See County Development Code Sections 83.10.070, Landscaping Standards, and 83.10.080, Regional Landscaping Standards.

CI 4.5 Promote use of water efficient irrigation practices for all landscaped areas.

DC See County Development Code Sections 83.10.070, Landscaping Standards, and 83.10.080, Regional Landscaping Standards.

Goal CI 5 Prevent the illegal disposal of solid waste within the community of Homestead Valley.

PP Goal IU-4 Solid Waste. Adequate regional landfill capacity that provides for the safe disposal of solid waste, and efficient waste diversion and collection for unincorporated areas.

CI 5.1 Initiate educational programs to identify facilities for waste disposal, hours of operation, free dump days and other useful information that will keep the public informed on issues related to solid waste within their community.

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Policy HW-1.6 Healthy behaviors. We collaborate with other public agencies, not-for-profit organizations, and private service providers to offer education and training that enable individuals to make better health and wellness choices. We work to remove environmental and social barriers to healthy habits.

Action Statement B2. Host regular community clean-ups of trash and illegal dumping on public land and in public rights-of-way.

Action Statement B3. Support the San Bernardino County Sherriff’s Department Citizens on Patrol program by assisting with volunteer recruitment to increase patrols and to monitor vacant properties for any issues, e.g., trespassing, illegal dumping.

Goal CI 6 Provide public library facilities to meet the information and educational needs of residents in the Homestead Valley plan area.

PP Goal HW-3 Community Development. Assets that contribute to a complete county and healthy neighborhoods and communities.




CI 6.1 Explore the feasibility, based on available resources and funding, to establish a new branch library within the plan area or otherwise expand the nearest branch library facility to meet the needs of Homestead Valley residents.

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Policy HW-3.3 Public libraries. We operate public libraries in unincorporated areas and contract cities/towns to provide programs and facilities that ensure equitable access to information and digital technology, provide places and activities for people to connect with other people, promote literacy and reading for pleasure for children and adults, and foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and collaboration. We invest in the modernization and expansion of public library facilities as adequate funding is available.

CAG: The direction on a new branch library or expansion of nearest branch library facility was incorporated into the Other Potential Actions section of the CAG.

CONSERVATION

Goal CO 1 Preserve the unique environmental features of Homestead Valley, including native wildlife, vegetation, and scenic vistas.

PP Goal NR-4 Scenic resources. Scenic resources that highlight the natural environment and reinforce the identity of local communities and the county.

Goal NR 5-Biological resources. An interconnected landscape of open spaces and habitat areas that promotes biodiversity and healthy ecosystems, both for their intrinsic value and for the value placed on them by residents and visitors.

CO 1.1 Encourage the greater retention of existing native vegetation for new development projects to help conserve water, retain soil in place and reduce air pollutants.

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Policy LU-4.3 Native or drought-tolerant landscaping. We require new development, when outside of high and very high fire hazard severity zones, to install and maintain drought-tolerant landscaping and encourage the use of native species.

Policy NR-1.6 Fugitive dust emissions. We coordinate with air quality management districts on requirements for dust control plans, revegetation, and soil compaction to prevent fugitive dust emissions.

Policy HZ-1.8 Wind erosion hazards. We require new development in medium-high or high wind erosion hazard areas to minimize the effects of wind-blown soil through building and site design features such as fencing, surface treatment or pavement, attenuation or wind barriers, architectural features, building materials, and drought resistant landscaping.

See County Development Code, Chapter 88.02, Soil and Water Conservation.




CO 1.2 Require future land development practices to be compatible with the existing topography, vegetation and scenic vistas.

PP Policy LU-2.3 Compatibility with natural environment. We require that new development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed for compatibility with the surrounding natural environment and biodiversity.

OPEN SPACE

Goal OS 1 Preserve open space lands to ensure that the rural desert character of the community is maintained.

PP Goal NR-4 Scenic Resources. Scenic resources that highlight the natural environment and reinforce the identity of local communities and the county.

Goal NR-5 Biological Resources. An interconnected landscape of open spaces and habitat areas that promotes biodiversity and healthy ecosystems, both for their intrinsic value and for the value placed on them by residents and visitors.

OS 1.1 Work with BLM to ensure the preservation of BLM lands within the plan area and surrounding the plan area.

PP Policy LU-2.6 Coordination with adjacent entities. We require that new development coordinate with adjacent local, state, and federal entities to maximize land use compatibility, inform future planning and implementation, and realize mutually beneficial outcomes.

Policy NR-3.1 Open space preservation. We regulate land use and coordinate with public and nongovernmental agencies to preserve open space areas that protect natural resources, function as a buffer against natural hazards or between land uses, serve as a recreation or tourist destination, or are central to the identity of an unincorporated community.

Policy NR-3.3 Management of designated areas. We coordinate with public and nongovernmental agencies to sustainably manage and conserve land within or adjacent to locally-, state-, or federally-designated open space or resource conservation areas.


OS 1.2 Work with BLM to explore land exchange opportunities within the plan area that would create a connected system of open space lands for preservation purposes.

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Policy NR-3.1 Open space preservation. We regulate land use and coordinate with public and nongovernmental agencies to preserve open space areas that protect natural resources, function as a buffer against natural hazards or between land uses, serve as a recreation or tourist destination, or are central to the identity of an unincorporated community.

Policy NR-3.4 Land exchange. We coordinate with state and federal agencies to exchange publicly owned lands in order to provide additional areas for open space,




recreation, and resource protection. We also request the right of first refusal on publicly owned lands made available for purchase to the public.

Policy NR-3.5 Private conservation efforts. We support nongovernmental organizations and private entities who purchase, own, maintain, and expand areas for conservation and preservation. We also support the voluntary transition of privately held lands within a larger boundary designated by the state or federal government for open space and resource conservation to public ownership.

Policy NR-5.1 Coordinated habitat planning. We participate in landscape-scale habitat conservation planning and coordinate with existing or proposed habitat conservation and natural resource management plans for private and public lands to increase certainty for both the conservation of species, habitats, wildlife corridors, and other important biological resources and functions and for land development and infrastructure permitting.

Policy LU-2.14 Contiguous land administration. We support the consolidation of disconnected land areas under public ownership or administration to increase financial and environmental value, streamline the management of land and resources, and establish more complete and effective transition areas or buffers. Such consolidation may include transfer of title of property among public entities and the purchase or swapping of private property voluntarily sold when the consolidation is fiscally neutral or beneficial to the County.

Action Statement A3. Protect open space areas in Homestead Valley by acquiring land or conservation easements, and limiting the use of these spaces to low-impact recreation such as hiking and trail biking.

Goal OS 2 Develop parks and recreation facilities to meet the recreational needs of the community.

PP Goal NR-3 Open space, parks, and recreation. A system of well-planned and maintained parks, trails, and open space that provides recreation opportunities for residents, attracts visitors from across the region and around the country, and preserves the natural environment.

OS 2.1 In coordination with the community, establish priorities and identify opportunities for park development and establish a park and recreation plan for the Homestead Valley community, and eventually create a Special District to manage park and recreation facilities.

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Policy NR-3.9 Local parks, trails, and recreation. We support the provision of local and community parks, trails, and recreational programs and facilities in unincorporated areas when a locally-approved funding and financing mechanism is established to pay for acquisition, construction, maintenance, and operations. We encourage unincorporated communities to apply for funding and cooperate with them in their funding applications for local trails that are identified in a non-motorized transportation




plan that is accepted or adopted by the County. We also encourage, where feasible, local trails to be separated from vehicular traffic to improve the safety of trail users.

CAG: The direction on park and recreation facilities was incorporated into the Other Potential Actions section of the CAG.

OS 2.2 Encourage the development of recreational facilities within community parks such as, swimming pools, athletic facilities and community centers.

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Policy NR-3.9 Local parks, trails, and recreation. We support the provision of local and community parks, trails, and recreational programs and facilities in unincorporated areas when a locally-approved funding and financing mechanism is established to pay for acquisition, construction, maintenance, and operations. We encourage unincorporated communities to apply for funding and cooperate with them in their funding applications for local trails that are identified in a non-motorized transportation plan that is accepted or adopted by the County. We also encourage, where feasible, local trails to be separated from vehicular traffic to improve the safety of trail users.

CAG: The direction on recreation facilities was incorporated into the Other Potential Actions section of the CAG.

Goal OS 3 Establish a community-wide trail system PP Goal NR-3 Open space, parks, and recreation. A system of well-planned and maintained parks, trails, and open space that provides recreation opportunities for residents, attracts visitors from across the region and around the country, and preserves the natural environment.

OS 3.1 Support coordination between the community and the San Bernardino County Trails and Greenways Committee in their effort to develop and maintain a system of public trails for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Particular attention shall be given to providing safe and convenient travel, and where feasible provide connections to the local trail system.

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Policy NR-3.8 Regional trail system. We coordinate with incorporated jurisdictions, state and federal agencies, and other regional and not-for-profit entities to maintain and improve a regional trail system. We prioritize the maintenance and improvement of the Santa Ana River Trail, followed by the creation of trails in unincorporated areas that connect to existing trails in incorporated areas and to state- and federally-maintained trails.


OS 3.2 Establish a plan for the development of a local multi-purpose (pedestrian, bicycle, and equestrian) trail system within the plan area. The plan shall incorporate the following recommendations:

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Policy NR-3.9 Local parks, trails, and recreation. We support the provision of local and community parks, trails, and recreational programs and facilities in unincorporated areas when a locally-approved funding and financing mechanism is established to pay for acquisition, construction, maintenance, and operations. We encourage unincorporated communities to apply for funding and cooperate with them in their




A. Where feasible pursue opportunities to separate pedestrian/bicycle/equestrian traffic from motorized vehicle traffic.

B. Provide trail heads that link regional trails, recreational areas, residential areas, neighborhood trail systems and commercial nodes.

funding applications for local trails that are identified in a non-motorized transportation plan that is accepted or adopted by the County. We also encourage, where feasible, local trails to be separated from vehicular traffic to improve the safety of trail users.

Policy NR-3.12 Rights-of-way and easements. We consider reserving portions of rights-of-way and easements found to be unnecessary for the ultimate buildout of roadways or flood control facilities for use as local pedestrian, bicycle, and/or equestrian trails.

Policy Map TM-4 Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning. The map includes countywide bicycle planning as well as a specific reference to the Morongo Basin Active Transportation Plan.


Note: In October 2017, the County received a $200,000 grant from the Southern California Association of Governments to develop a citizen-driven Morongo Basin Active Transportation Plan to analyze the transit, bicycle and pedestrian needs of the communities to identify basin-wide infrastructure, policy and programing actions that will create a safe and efficient environment for these forms of transportation.

OS 3.3 When an approved trails plan is developed, require dedication of trail easements as a condition of approval for all development projects to facilitate community-wide pedestrian accessibility and to capitalize on recreation opportunities within the plan area. The trail easement shall allow unobstructed trail access and provide connections to off site trails.

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Policy NR-3.9 Local parks, trails, and recreation. We support the provision of local and community parks, trails, and recreational programs and facilities in unincorporated areas when a locally-approved funding and financing mechanism is established to pay for acquisition, construction, maintenance, and operations. We encourage unincorporated communities to apply for funding and cooperate with them in their funding applications for local trails that are identified in a non-motorized transportation plan that is accepted or adopted by the County. We also encourage, where feasible, local trails to be separated from vehicular traffic to improve the safety of trail users.


The County Development Code addresses development standards.

Goal OS 4 Ensure that Off-Highway Vehicle use within the plan area and in the surrounding region is managed to protect residential uses and environmentally sensitive areas.

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Goal NR-3 Open space, parks, and recreation. A system of well-planned and maintained parks, trails, and open space that provides recreation opportunities for residents,




attracts visitors from across the region and around the country, and preserves the natural environment.

OS 4.1 Encourage the adoption of an ordinance to regulate the use of Off-Highway Vehicles.

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Policy NR-3.11 Off-highway vehicle areas. In areas under the County’s land use authority, we require new or expansion of existing commercial off-highway vehicle (OHV) areas to be situated and buffered to minimize effects on nearby residential uses, military activity, and environmentally sensitive areas.

See County Development Code, Section 83.05.040, Dedication and Installation of Trail Right-of-Way.

OS 4.2 Establish programs for Off-Highway Vehicle use education. PP

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Policy NR-3.11 Off-highway vehicle areas. In areas under the County’s land use authority, we require new or expansion of existing commercial off-highway vehicle (OHV) areas to be situated and buffered to minimize effects on nearby residential uses, military activity, and environmentally sensitive areas.

Action Statement E3. In partnership with surrounding communities and landowners, establish trails for off-highway vehicles (OHVs). Promote and encourage the responsible use of OHVs through signs, amenities, and educational campaigns while advocating with local and federal agencies to prohibit OHV use that threatens sensitive natural environments or local quality of life.

SAFETY

Goal S 1 Provide adequate fire safety measures to protect residents of the plan area.

PP Goal PP-3 Fire and emergency medical. Reduced risk of death, injury, property damage, and economic loss due to fires and other natural disasters, accidents, and medical incidents through prompt and capable emergency response.

Goal PP-4 Emergency preparedness and recovery. A reduced risk of and impact from injury, loss of life, property damage, and economic and social disruption resulting from emergencies, natural disasters, and potential changes in climate.

S 1.1 Ensure that all new development complies with applicable provisions of the Fire Safety Overlay.

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Policy PP-3.4 Fire prevention services. We proactively mitigate or reduce the negative effects of fire, hazardous materials release, and structural collapse by implementing the California Fire Code, adopted with County amendments.

Policy PP-3.7 Fire safe design. We require new development in the Fire Safety Overlay to comply with additional site design, building, and access standards to provide enhanced resistance to fire hazards.




Policy LU-4.2 Fire-adapted communities. We require new development in high or very high fire hazard severity zones to apply fire-resistant design techniques, including fuel modification areas, fire resistant landscaping, and fire-resistant building materials.

S 1.2 Work with the appropriate Fire Protection agencies and the County to ensure that there is continued evaluation and consideration of the fire protection and fire service needs of the community commensurate with population growth.

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Policy PP-3.8 Fire-adapted communities. We inform and prepare our residents and businesses to collaboratively plan and take action to more safely coexist with the risk of wildfires.

Policy PP-3.10 Community outreach. We engage with local schools, community groups, and businesses to increase awareness of fire risk, prevention, and evacuation.

Policy PP-3.12 Fire protection and emergency medical resource allocation. We use fire and emergency services data analysis and professional expertise to allocate resources, reduce fire risks, and improve emergency response.

Action Statement B4. Advocate for the reactivation of Fire Station #43 in Johnson Valley and research state and federal grant funding opportunities along with local fundraising efforts and other strategies to assist with funding operation of the Fire Station.

S 1.3 Encourage full on-site staffing of all fire stations PP

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Policy PP-3.1 Fire and emergency medical services. We maintain a sufficient number and distribution of fire stations, up-to-date equipment, and fully-trained staff to respond effectively to emergencies.

Policy PP-3.12 Fire protection and emergency medical resource allocation. We use fire and emergency services data analysis and professional expertise to allocate resources, reduce fire risks, and improve emergency response.

Policy PP-3.13 Periodic needs assessment. We periodically assess our facility, equipment, and staffing needs and use the assessment to allocate funding resources in the annual budget and capital improvement program.

Action Statement B4. Advocate for the reactivation of Fire Station #43 in Johnson Valley and research state and federal grant funding opportunities along with local fundraising efforts and other strategies to assist with funding operation of the Fire Station.

Goal S 2 Ensure that emergency evacuation routes will adequately evacuate all residents and visitors in the event of a natural disaster.

PP Goal PP-4 Emergency Preparedness and Recovery. A reduced risk of and impact from injury, loss of life, property damage, and economic and social disruption resulting from emergencies, natural disasters, and potential changes in climate.

S 2.1 Work with the Public Works Department and Caltrans to ensure that an adequate road system and proper access are

PP Policy Map PP-2. Evacuation Routes. See mapped evacuation routes.




provided to ensure safe and efficient evacuation for residents and visitors of the desert community

Policy PP-4.4 Emergency shelters and routes. We identify and publicize emergency shelters and sign and control evacuation routes for use during emergencies.

Policy PP-3.9 Street signage. We require adequate street signage be provided and maintained to ensure emergency services can quickly and efficiently respond.

Policy TM-1.3 Freeways and highways. We coordinate with Caltrans and regional transportation agencies and support the use of state, federal, and other agency funds to improve freeways and highways.

S 2.2 Work with the various fire agencies, Caltrans and the community to ensure the development of an effective firebreak system.

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Policy PP-3.7 Fire safe design. We require new development in the Fire Safety Overlay to comply with additional site design, building, and access standards to provide enhanced resistance to fire hazards.

Policy PP-4.1 Emergency management plans. We maintain, update, and adopt the Emergency Operations Plan, Continuity of Operations Plan, and the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

Policy LU-4.2 Fire-adapted communities. We require new development in high or very high fire hazard severity zones to apply fire-resistant design techniques, including fuel modification areas, fire resistant landscaping, and fire-resistant building materials.

Goal S 3 Ensure a safe living and working environment for residents of Homestead Valley by providing adequate law enforcement and code enforcement services.

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Goal PP-1 Law Enforcement. Effective crime prevention and law enforcement that leads to a real and perceived sense of public safety for residents, visitors, and businesses.

Focus Statement B. Improve public health and safety in Homestead Valley.

S 3.1 Assess the level of crime, response times, and overall law enforcement services provided to the community, and shall investigate the feasibility of improving the level of law enforcement services to the community.

PP Policy PP-1.4 Crime prevention resource allocation. The Sheriff’s Department uses crime data analysis, professional expertise, and community input to allocate patrols and other crime prevention resources.

Policy PP-1.9 Periodic needs assessment. The Sheriff’s Department periodically assesses their facility, equipment, and staffing needs and use the assessment to allocate funding resources in the annual budget and capital improvement program.

S 3.2 Improve code enforcement within the plan area, recognizing that enforcement actions are initiated on a complaint basis.

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Policy H-3.2 Code enforcement. We support the timely removal of neighborhood blight through graffiti abatement, abandoned or inoperative automobile removal, trash and debris removal, housing repair, and other code enforcement efforts.




Action Statement B3. Support the San Bernardino County Sherriff’s Department Citizens on Patrol program by assisting with volunteer recruitment to increase patrols and to monitor vacant properties for any issues, e.g., trespassing, illegal dumping.

See County Development Code Chapter 86.09, Code Enforcement.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Goal ED 1 Promote economic development that is compatible with the rural desert character of the Homestead Valley community.

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Goal LU-4 Community Design. Preservation and enhancement of unique community identities and their relationship with the natural environment.

Goal ED-1 Unincorporated land and facilities. Increased business investment in land and facilities and job growth in key unincorporated areas.

Focus Statement E. Grow the local economy in a manner consistent with the rural character of Homestead Valley.

ED 1.1 Support commercial development that is of a size and scale that complements the natural setting, is compatible with surrounding development and enhances the rural character.

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Policy LU-2.1 Compatibility with existing uses. We require that new development is located, scaled, buffered, and designed to minimize negative impacts on existing conforming uses and adjacent neighborhoods. We also require that new residential developments are located, scaled, buffered, and designed so as to not hinder the viability and continuity of existing conforming nonresidential development.


Policy LU-4.5 Community identity. We require that new development be consistent with and reinforce the physical and historical character and identity of our unincorporated communities, as described in Table LU-3 and in the values section of Community Action Guides. In addition, we consider the aspirations section of Community Action Guides in our review of new development.

Action Statement E1. Develop a marketing and branding strategy for Homestead Valley to promote community identity and visitor attraction.

ED 1.2 Promote the expansion of home occupations within the plan area. This may be accomplished exploring alternative provisions for home occupations that are compatible with the rural nature of the plan area. This may allow for relief from certain requirements in the event that the business will provide an overall benefit or needed

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Home-based businesses are regulated by Chapter 84.12, Home Occupations, in the County Development Code, including several updates between 2009 and 2018.

Note: Cottage Food Operations are regulated by the Department of Environmental Health.




service to the community and that the use is compatible and/or adequately buffered from adjacent uses.

Documents

2007 Community Plan Goals and Policies Matrix Homestead ...countywideplan.com/.../05/HomesteadValley...clean.pdf · 5/16/2019 · goals and 1,000 policies in the Community Plans