AgdaPkt 2021.01.11 Amended Joint SA PFA

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6.C. - Page 20 of 29 the "21 Elements Project" which aids all jurisdictions in the County to work together on addressing their housing needs, including the development of Second Units. As part of this effort, monthly meetings and/or conference calls are convened by 21 Elements.39 Step Two: Raising Awareness and Enthusiasm It is critical that interested residents become aware of Second Unit opportunities and resources that are available to them for building Second Units on their property. To get the attention of homeowners, there will need to be a variety of outreach strategies. The following are efforts by the County of San Mateo and its cities, and for comparison, the City of San Jose. County of San Mateo initiatives: There has been a great deal of effort already put into the development of a Second Unit Initiative in San Mateo County. During the past couple of years, as the need for a multi -pronged housing initiative became apparent, the County took a number of critical steps. The County developed two notable booklets -- Second Unit Inspiration and Second Unit Workbook; initiated a collaborative partnership between the County and its cities through the 21 Elements Project; created two pilot programs (one focused on the process of building new Second Units and the other on homeowners successfully obtaining amnesty for non -permitted Second Units); and are developing an updated DOH Second Unit website and marketing plan.40 City -level initiatives In their responses to the Grand Jury survey, city managers identified the following communication methods: o informational handouts - hard copies and digital (i.e., Second Unit designs, checklists, development of some standard designs, lists of pre -approved contractors); o posting key Second Unit resource links; o publishing articles and/or promotions in local news media; and o community meetings and workshops; Funding for the development of some of these programs and materials may be acquired with SB 2 Planning Grants. SB 2 provides funding and technical assistance to all local governments in California to help cities and counties prepare, adopt, and implement plans and process improvements that streamline housing approvals and accelerate housing production 41 The City of San Jose (Santa Clara County) The City of San Jose hired an Alternative Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ally acting much like an expeditor for homeowners desiring Second Units. San Jose City's ADU Ally has become a valuable resource in assisting San Jose homeowners through the process of developing Second Units. The ADU Ally: o is a dedicated staff person who coordinates and connects homeowners to city services and demystifies the process for homeowners who are exploring the process of building a 39 21Elements, http://21elements.com/second-units, Baird & Driskell Community Planning Consultants. 40 httl)s://secondtinitcentersaic.or accessed May 19, 2020. 41 https://hcd.ca.gov/grants-funding/active-funding/planning-grants.shtml 2019-2020 San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury 10 145