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8.A. - Page 14 Goals and <br /> 0 2 3 H O U S I N G <br /> Policies <br /> • Provide programs to meet other identified housing needs <br /> The City's Housing and Human Concerns Committee provides guidance <br /> on housing policies and programs. The Committee's goal is to advocate <br /> the improvement for needs of lower income citizens and their quality of <br /> life for Redwood City citizens and to ensure that housing and human <br /> considerations, as set forth in the City's 5 -year Consolidated Plan, are <br /> given adequate consideration in physical and economic decision <br /> making. The Committee encourages social responsiveness in legislation, <br /> zoning, police powers, and recreation programs. The city is fortunate to <br /> have such a dedicated committee that provides valuable feedback, <br /> research, and policy advice. <br /> Redwood City takes a comprehensive approach to housing planning. <br /> Housing, land use, economic development, and transportation policies <br /> work together to address the total housing need in Redwood City. The <br /> General Plan Implementation Plan illustrates the interconnectedness of <br /> planning for each of these categories. <br /> See the Built Environment Redwood City's housing goals are reflected in the following General Plan <br /> Element - Historic Resources <br /> Guiding Principles: <br /> Chapter for specific policies on <br /> preservation of historic buildings <br /> and neighborhoods (Goals BE - 36 • Ensure that change harmonizes with existing development to <br /> through BE - 39). For specific preserve our historic and neighborhood character. <br /> policies on energy conservation <br /> and sustainable development, see • Strengthen economic vitality to provide jobs, services, <br /> the Built Environment Element - housing, revenues, and opportunities. <br /> Urban Form and Land Use <br /> Chapter (Goal B - 24). • Partner with and embrace our neighborhoods to improve the <br /> health, safety, and well being for all in our community. <br /> • Continue to make community participation an important part <br /> of achieving a greater city. <br /> GOAL H-1: Protect the existing supply of affordable housing, and continue to enhance the <br /> quality of our residential neighborhoods. <br /> Policy H -1.1: Through partnerships with stakeholders and neighborhood <br /> groups, promote increased awareness among property owners <br /> and residents of the importance of property maintenance to <br /> long -term affordable housing. <br /> Redwood City General Plan Page H - 1 4 9 <br />