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7.C. - Page 14 Redwood City General Plan 20z1 Annual Report As discussed above, the primary aceomplishments related to zoning ehanges hav� been adoption of the Down�own Precise Pian and the Mixed Use Corridor Zoning Ordinance Amendments, and the draft af the propo5ed Mixed Use Neighborhood and �i�re/Work Zaning ardinance Amendments. The powntown Precise Plan establishes a contemporary �ision for th� Downtown and sets forth the speGific land use parameters, development standards, architectural guidelines, and urban design criteria in orcEer to create a unique and vi�rant downtown. Th�e innovative Downtown Precise Plan does not regulate density on a,�arcel basis, and therefore allows for significant flexibility for developers. I�eight limits in the Downtown Precise Plan range from three stories to 12 stories. Rt is estimated that the Downtown Precise Plan will provide an additipnal 2,500 additional housing units in the Downtown. The City has also aelopted new reguJatio�s and stanclards for de�eloprnent in the Mixed Use - Corridor areas of the City, The City is alsa working to draft new regulations and standards for devel�pment in the �ixed Use Neighborhood and Mixed Use/Live Wark areas af the City. The proposec! ordinance will be reviewed by the Plar�ning Cammission in the Surnmer 2012 and is anticipated to be reviewed by City Countil later that year. Bua.lding Community Elemen� Adoption: Octob�r 11, 2U10 Amendments: Resolution 1506: Adoptian of the R4ew General plan (OCtober 11, 20�0) Summary: The Building Community Element recognizes Redwood City's history of focus on improving the quality of life for all. The Building Community Element contains the following Chapters: Public Pfaces; Urban and Natural Trail Connections; Recreation and Hurnan Services; Health; Life�ong l.earning, Libraries, and Schoolsr and Childcare. Multiple Building Cammunity Implementation Measures are angoing. Zoning Ordinance amendments that wilf encourage healthy fifestyles (sutF� as the Mixed Use Corridor Zoning Ordinance Amendment) were adopted in 20�1. Two Farmers' markets are hefd in Redwood City, encouraging access ta� healthy foods. Specific status for each implementation program is included in Attachm�nt 2. Public Safety Element Adaption: Qctober 11, 20Z0 Amendments. Resolution 1506: Adoption of the New General Plan (Octaber 1Z, 2010) Summary: The Pubfie Safety E�ement adclresses public safety issues that affect Redwood City, and promotes pre�errtian, public edutation, and emergency preparedness as the a�proaches that will allow the community to minimize risks to life and propErty in the event af a disaster. 9