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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLand Use Alternatives Combined SR Attach(:, BAKERSFIELD TlC SClJ"~ C tlf/lifi/f r;,J;, CITY OF BAKERSFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT MEETING DATE: August 15, 2024 AGENDA CATEGORY: Reports 7.a. TO: FROM: DATE: FILE: Chair Cater and Members of the Planning Commission Paul Johnson, Planning Director ~of-<f ~ • August 9, 2024 General Plan Update Land Use Alternatives STAFF PLANNER: Jose Fernandez, Associate Planner REQUEST: For the Planning Commission to provide land use alternative recommendations to be included in Staff's Report to City Council. LOCATION: Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Planning Commission provide land use alternative recommendations to be included in Staff's Report to City Council. BACKGROUND: The City of Bakersfield has embarked on an effort to comprehensively update its General Plan. The General Plan provides policy guidance on land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, community design, conservation, and other development-related topics. State law requires every city and county in California to prepare and maintain a General Plan. As part of the General Plan Update process, the City will evaluate the General Plan Land Use Map (Land Use Map) and determine if the land uses and development patterns articulated through the Land Use Map best reflect the community's vision for the future of Bakersfield. The Land Use Map is one of the General Plan's primary mechanisms for shaping the city's future development pattern. The map assigns a land use designation to each parcel within the city which describe the range of uses allowed and the development intensity permitted on associated parcels. DISCUSSION: The purpose of the Land Use Alternatives Report is to provide the City with a tool to consider and evaluate areas of the city where changes to land uses and/ or development patterns should be made. These areas have been identified as potential locations to accommodate future growth and support economic development throughout the community. JF/ \\sandevsvs\devsvs\pln\SHARED\03_Advance Planning\0S_Current GP Update\lO_Land Use\PC_August 15, 2024 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND DETERMINATION: This report does not authorize the construction of any project. Therefore the Land Use Alternatives report is not considered a project as prescribed by the California Environmental Quality Act. CONCLUSIONS: Staff recommends Planning Commission provide land use alternative recommendations to be included in Staff's Report to City Council. ATTACHMENTS: Land Use Alternatives Summary JF/ \ \sandevsvs\devsvs\pln\SHARED\03_Advance Planning\OS_Current GP Update\lO_Land Use\PC_August 15, 2024 City of Bakersfield Land Use Alternatives Summary Page | 1 Introduction The General Plan Update balances achieving the community’s vision for 2045, providing opportunities for quality jobs and housing, and complying with State housing requirements. As part of this process, Bakersfield has the opportunity to adopt an updated General Plan Land Use map that reflects the community’s vision for the next 20 years. This memo provides an overview of the draft land use alternatives for the General Plan Update, focusing in on key areas of expected change. The project team used input from the community to develop three land use concepts to provide City decision makers and the community with a general understanding of the tradeoffs of different approaches to future growth. The draft alternatives are designed to address various aspects of land use, balancing residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational needs to support a thriving community. ATTACHMENT BAKERSFIELD 2045 RISE CITY OF BAKERSFIELD GENERAL PLAN UPDATE TIMELINE Existing Conditions and Background Report Issues, Opportunities, Vision Land Use Alternatives General Plan Policies I • Public Draft Environmental General Plan General Plan Review Adoption Page | 2 Vision Bakersfield is a resilient and diverse city that cultivates collaboration in order to provide the highest quality of life for its people. We celebrate our diversity and enjoy a deep sense of community that is fostered through safe and affordable neighborhoods, plentiful parks, and vibrant cultural centers. Natural systems, working lands, and urban life blend together for a thriving economy where high-quality goods and services are accessible through multimodal means and active lifestyles are supported by urban greenery, clean air, and transformative planning. Guiding Principles  Sustainable Living  Economic Vitality  Equitable Access to Quality Services and Infrastructure  Embracing Community Diversity and Identity  Purposeful and Cohesive Planning  Health, Safety, and Quality of Life Using This Summary This memorandum summarizes the key context, considerations, and options for selecting a preferred General Plan Land Use Alternative. Following a brief overview of context and key considerations, three options for citywide General Plan Land Use are presented, including a summary of key metrics defined below. Following the citywide summary of each alternative, the changes are illustrated specific to each focus area. Because the city strives for a citywide balance of housing and jobs, the 2045 total is only shown for the citywide summaries, while each focus area illustrates how the breakdown of housing units, population, and jobs affects that particular focus area.  2020 Existing: Existing housing, population, and jobs present in Bakersfield as of 2020  Adopted General Plan Capacity: Total capacity planned for in the adopted Metropolitan Bakersfield General Plan  2045 Net New: Change in planned capacity between the adopted Metropolitan Bakersfield General Plan and the proposed Land Use Alternative  2045 Total General Plan Capacity: Adopted General Plan Capacity + 2045 Net New When reviewing these summary metrics, it is important to remember that the Adopted Metropolitan Bakersfield General Plan designated land uses at a higher capacity than what was needed according to the 2020 numbers. This current effort aims to rebalance land uses to reflect a more realistic and achievable development potential based on recent trends and accomplishments. Refer to the Vision and Guiding Principles Document on bakersfield2045.com Page | 3 Data Sources and Methodology Data for the 2020 existing conditions discussed in this report are derived from a combination of the US Decennial Census American Community Survey ACS 5-year estimates. Values for the current number of housing units, population, and jobs within each focus area were derived using a statistical analysis method from the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) called data apportionment. This method aggregates and summarizes US Census data for geographic areas that do not necessarily align with the predefined Census block groups. Data apportionment provides a robust methodology for estimating useful statistics from geographic areas which may overlap multiple Census block groups. Estimates of 2045 employment capacity for each alternative were estimated based on the projected amount of floor-space for each land use at build out. The number of jobs at 2045 build out can be estimated by dividing the amount of non-residential floor space (in square feet) by the estimated “employment density” of each non-residential land use type. Industrial uses typically require 1,500 square feet of space per employee; office uses typically require 175 square feet of space per employee; and retail uses typically require 500 square feet of floor space per employee. Estimates of the future population supported at General Plan build out are based on the number of dwelling units allowed under the General Plan multiplied by the average household size in Bakersfield (3.16 people per household). Context A General Plan is a policy document required for all jurisdictions in California that outlines a framework for development and growth over the next twenty to thirty years. It consolidates the city's intentions for development and conservation priorities and guides resource allocation, considering the rights and responsibilities of the public, property owners, special interest groups, businesses, and decision-makers. For the current update, three options for an updated General Plan Land Use Map have been developed. These options evaluate different locations, intensities, and types of development that could occur over the next 20 years. The three alternatives represent different approaches to managing and planning future land use in Bakersfield, aiming to support city growth while aligning with community vision and regulatory requirements. Key Considerations The alternatives are designed to provide a range of options for accommodating future growth, ensure compliance with state housing requirements, and enhance quality of life through well- planned land use. In addition, the alternatives:  Align General Plan Boundary: Because the adopted Metropolitan General Plan encompasses land outside the City limits, this effort aligned the boundary of the General Plan area to only include area within the Bakersfield city limits. This results in any Page | 4 housing, population, or jobs located in County jurisdiction but accounted for in the Metropolitan General Plan not being included in these citywide alternatives.  Incorporate Site Inventory and Unit Projections: Includes assumptions based on detailed site inventory and housing unit projections from the 2023-2031 Housing Element.  Evaluate Capacity: Consider the capacity of various sites for residential and commercial development, including factors such as density, infrastructure, and community needs.  Rebalance Key Growth Metrics: Evaluate the previously planned capacity compared to recent existing conditions and rebalance to better serve the city needs into the future.  Community Enhancements: Include adjustments to provide jobs and amenities, and actualize the city's previously developed visions and plans. Evaluation and Trade-offs The selected land use alternative will serve as the foundation for policy direction and land use decisions through 2045. Each alternative is designed to provide for a range of options for accommodating growth, ensure alignment with the concurrent update to the Housing Element, and enhance quality of life through well-planned communities. However, selecting a preferred alternative involves evaluating trade-offs regarding balancing existing and future potential development, preserving community character, providing needed jobs and services, and supporting economic opportunities. The purpose of this memo is to provide decision-makers with sufficient information to choose a preferred alternative. While evaluating the information, it may be beneficial to consider what aspects or characteristics of Bakersfield are most important in order to select a preferred alternative. Relationship to the Housing Element The Housing Element is a chapter of the General Plan, and the only element required to be updated on a specified schedule and certified by the State. Due to this, the Housing Element is being updated as a separate project. Therefore, we have shown housing sites inventory data for informational purposes, but these sites are not part of the land use alternatives discussion or selection of the preferred alternative. Additionally, since much of the growth in Bakersfield will result from the allocation of housing accounted for in the Housing Element, the location of these housing sites, and expected growth that will occur, were taken into account during this process and the number of housing units generated by the alternative does include the Housing Element allocation. Additionally, because the General Plan has a longer timeframe (20 years) than the Housing Element, additional housing is included in the General Plan Land Use Alternatives to account for future housing element cycles. Page | 5 Land Use Alternatives Process 1. Choose Focus Areas. Through engagement and review of existing City plans, the team identified nine focus areas to study for potential change over the next 20 years. These focus areas were chosen based on current or planned land use patterns, existing and future economic trends, and insights from the community. 2. Create Land Use Alternatives. The project team, in consultation with community input, developed three land use alternative concepts to provide decision-makers and the community with a general understanding of the options and tradeoffs involved. Each alternative proposes distinct land use strategies across the nine focus areas. Evaluation criteria include housing development for future housing element cycles, economic opportunities and job creation, and alignment with City vision and existing plans, the enhancement of parks and recreation, and active transportation. The alternatives were also developed based on a set of key topics and concepts identified by the community during the early community engagement phases of the project. 3. Evaluate and Compare Alternatives. This memo provides a summary of each alternative and related findings and aids in comparing alternatives to facilitate the selection of a Preferred Land Use Alternative. 4. Choose a Preferred Land Use Alternative for Further Study. City decision-makers provide input on their preferences for the city’s future growth and development to identify a Preferred Land Use Alternative and inform the project team of any desired changes to the Preferred Land Use Alternative. 5. Analyze the Preferred Land Use Scenario in the Draft General Plan. The project team will use the Preferred Land Use Alternative to develop updated policies for the General Plan Update. Additionally, any necessary adjustments will be made to ensure the Preferred Land Use Alternative aligns with the Housing Element Update and other land use plans. The entire Draft General Plan, including the Preferred Land Use Alternative and the policies and actions in all elements, will then undergo further analysis for the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR). * Page | 6 Adopted Land Use Map The General Plan Boundary encompasses the city limits, sphere of influence (SOI), and areas of the unincorporated county, totaling 261,240 acres. The General Plan and adopted land use map designate each parcel in the city for a particular use and put forth broad development policies that shape distinct neighborhoods, districts, and corridors while preserving open space, parks, and public use areas. Land use designations identify the types of development allowed (e.g., residential, commercial, industrial) and the density range for residential uses (how many units are built per acre) permitted on each parcel. The Land Use Map of the currently adopted General plan has 30 land use designations representing six primary land use types across the City.  Residential: Residential land use designations make up approximately 31.15 percent of the adopted General Plan total acreage at an estimated 74,350 acres of land  Commercial: Commercial land use designations make up approximately 3.61 percent of the General Plan total acreage with 8,652.22 acres of commercially designated areas in the City.  Industrial: Industrial land use designations make up approximately 6.36 percent of the General Plan total acreage at an estimated 15,175.82 acres of land  Public Facilities: Public Facilities land use designations make up approximately 5.38 percent of the General Plan total acreage, with 12,857.84 acres designated as Public Facilities  Open Space: Open Space land use designations comprise approximately 7.09 percent of the General Plan area’s total acreage. An estimated 16,954.36 acres are designated as Open Space.  Resource: Resource land use designations make up approximately 43.81 percent of the General Plan Boundary’s total acreage. An estimated 56,143 acres of land within the city’s sphere of influence are designated as Resource. As mentioned previously, the adopted Metropolitan General Plan encompasses land outside the City limits. This update to the General Plan and its mapping aligns the boundary of the General Plan area to the area within the Bakersfield city limits. This results in any housing, population, or jobs located in County jurisdiction but counted in the Metropolitan General Plan not being included in the metrics for these citywide alternatives Page | 7 Adopted Land Use Map 65 Existinc General Plan Land Use SR ER -LM R -UER Lamont HR HMR LMR/LR LR SR/LR RR -GC ~ 0 2 4 -HC N Miles D City of Bakersfield Sphere of Influence r_:-_-_] Planning Boundary :D General Plan Boundary MUC -R-EA -MC -R-IA oc -R-MP -LI other -SI Jurisdictio -HI WM-LR p -WM-LMR LR/PS WM-HMR -PT -WM-HR -P-SW -WM-GC PS WM-OC -OS-S WM-MU -0S-P -WM-SU -OS Page | 8 Land Use Designation Consolidation As part of the general plan land use alternative process, the project team undertook a comprehensive consolidation and cleanup of the land use designations. This effort aimed to simplify the number of designations, resulting in a more streamlined and manageable system for regulating land use throughout the city. The updated designations offer enhanced clarity and flexibility, ensuring they align more effectively with the applicable zones listed in the accompanying table. This alignment facilitates easier understanding and implementation of land use policies. Map Legend General Plan Land Use Min Density Max Density Applicable zones Suburban Residential (SR) 0 2 R-S, MH, TT, A Low Density Residential (LR) 2.1 6 R-1, MH, PUD, TT Medium Density Residential (MR) 6.1 20 R-2, R-3, MH, PUD High Density Residential (HR) 20.1 30 R-4, PUD Very-High Density Residential (VHR) 30.1 - R-5, R-6, PUD Regional Commercial (RC) - - C-2, PCD General Commercial (GC) - - C-1, PCD Professional Office (PO) - - C-O, PCD Mixed Use (MU) - - CC, CB, MX-1, MX-2, PUD, PCD Light Industrial (LI) - - M-1 Heavy Industrial (HI) - - M-2, M-3 Public Facilities (P) - - PF Open Space (OS) - - OS, OS-FP, OS-HD, RE Parks And Recreation (OS-P) - - OS, RE Urban Reserve (UR) - - A Resource - Minerals & Petroleum (R-MP) - - DI Research, Technology, & Education Overlay (RTE) PO, MX-1, MX-2 Site included in 2024 Housing Element Page | 9 Consolidated Land Use Map _rfl ~_::T;t-,, BAKERSFIELD 2045 RISE O •---==2==---•4 Miles J Imagery provided by Esri and its Jicensors © 2024. • -. ~ ~ ... . e.."iil&:.. ..... .. -&.. ... Lamont D City of Bakersfield .,, Sphere of Influence ,---, i_ __ J Planning Boundary Page | 10 General Plan Focus Areas Nine focus areas were identified through initial community engagement and input from conversations with staff on other city efforts. These focus areas represent neighborhoods where transformation is expected or desired, undeveloped or underutilized areas were identified, planned or existing transit or infrastructure are present, and areas that are already experiencing change, or members of the community have expressed interest in such change. Goals for the individual focus areas will be incorporated not only into the land use alternatives, but also policy development in the next project phase. j -- q City of B1kersfield 'Q,. Sphere o~luence ,--'I L---' Planning Boundary c:J Focus Ar1as ~ I Page | 11 Alternative 1 Alternative 1 focuses on preserving existing industries while accommodating for the needs of increased housing growth. Main features of Alternative 1 include:  Preserving Industrial Development: Combining residential, commercial, and sometimes industrial spaces in one area to promote walkability and vibrant communities, while benefiting businesses and property owners.  Employment Generating Land Uses: Planning land to attract businesses and industries that create jobs, including manufacturing, retail, and service sectors.  Revitalization of Urban Cores: Updating downtown and historic areas by reusing vacant buildings, improving public spaces, and attracting new businesses and residents.  Transit-Oriented Employment Centers: Developing job centers near public transportation to improve accessibility, reduce traffic, and expand job opportunities. 2020 Existing Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New 2045 Total General Plan Capacity Housing Units 132,697 531,936 44,319 576,255 Population 403,455 1,680,920 140,047 1,820,967 Jobs 132,421 392,603 3,629 396,232 Alternative 2 Alternative 2 combines principles of smart growth and sustainable development. It prioritizes compact, efficient land use patterns that promote infill development and redevelopment while preserving open space, protecting natural resources, and creating vibrant, livable communities. Main features of the Alternative 2 include:  Additional Park and Recreational Space: Developing more parks and recreational facilities to boost community well-being and leisure opportunities.  Compact Design and Development: Encouraging growth within existing urban areas to use infrastructure efficiently, reduce the need for new roads, and preserve open space.  Transit Accessibility: Locating development near public transit to reduce car use, traffic, and pollution, while offering affordable transportation.  Higher Density Development: Supporting higher-density development to make public transit more viable and ensure destinations are within walking distance.  Mixed-Use Development: Combining residential, retail, office, and recreational spaces in one area to promote walkability, reduce commutes, and support local businesses. 2020 Existing Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New 2045 Total General Plan Capacity Housing Units 132,697 531,936 50,429 582,365 Population 403,455 1,680,920 159,354 1,840,274 Jobs 132,421 392,603 -9,044 383,559 Page | 12 Alternative 3 Alternative 3 includes key aspects of Alternative 1 and 2, and additional changes that align with recent and ongoing planning efforts by the City of Bakersfield and provide maximum flexibility for development options. Main features of Alternative 3 include:  Alignment with Existing and Ongoing Efforts: Aligning land use changes with existing City vision plans such as Making Downtown Bakersfield, Transformative Climate Communities, and the Economic Development Strategic Plan.  Transit Accessibility: Maximizing development opportunities near transit hubs such as the High Speed Rail station.  Development Flexibility: Assigning land use designations that provide flexible options to allow for more diverse and streamlined development opportunities.  Research and Development Area: Identifying area near CSUB to facilitate Research, Development, and Education innovation and opportunity. 2024 Existing Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New 2045 Total General Plan Capacity Housing Units 132,697 531,936 49,599 581,535 Population 403,455 1,680,920 156,733 1,837,653 Jobs 132,421 392,603 -444 392,159 Page | 13 Downtown Core Downtown Bakersfield features varied architecture, a diverse population, and a vibrant combination of businesses and public facilities. Ongoing planning efforts emphasize economic revitalization and address low-income and pollution-burdened communities in the area. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Revitalize Downtown  Support the development of the High Speed Rail (HSR) Station in Downtown  Increase economic vitality  Focus on historic preservation and cultural recognition  Increase transportation infrastructure  Diversify businesses  Increase residential densities and building intensity  Create walkable/bikeable streets  Develop more public open spaces and parks  Encourage retail and entertainment land uses Page | 14 Alternative 1  Transitions industrial in Downtown to commercial and mixed use  Provides for mixed use along Chester Blvd around HSR station  Provides for mixed use south of Truxtun Ave near Mill Creek Park 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Capacity Housing Units 6,679 23,802 3,321 Population 15,335 75,217 10,494 Jobs 36,141 41,367 2,197 Jr -~- = -Q i[} ---------_j[_ r r ~~ D LJ 'f "" , /;>ii,, ,, ,, -~~~ ''<-. !--178 ==,~ t (£,, ► I .,--I N ~~ .. .. . '~w 'I""", ! o ■o ■■■nu■ H' , ■u=-=■110 f'? : 0$ !!!=!■ 1 Jr I =••••=• ~'°-===■=•= •==-==w . =•-•== _, I, I . •1 ."_Jtr: -l!I I ~ __J~ --i1[ I~~ ===,=•=·!!!!!!~g~ ,J ~/ . ; r-LJDD ,:--~ ~ :-==-riii'i .70n□□Da 0 -ir I I U r1ri_ =\)r!.____Jl_:J Page | 15 Alternative 2  Transitions industrial area south of Hwy 178 to professional office  Formally designates civic and government offices as Public Facilities  More commercial focus along Union Ave south of tracks  More mixed use north of Garces Circle near HSR and Columbus St 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Capacity Housing Units 6,679 23,802 2,819 Population 15,335 75,217 8,909 Jobs 36,141 41,367 1,131 I l L ura[ C~O[ __j -1 -~ I ·--------===:::i ,' ->--,--~, II ,' ,I "< I I i.,>/J,,.V _, ~-'r1n ~,"' __ ;~ "~ - ~~½""-'t:J!o, -I ', ■■■■■n• Jc ,____ ~oo,uwt_ ••=-=•• uu: ■■■= ~ ======= ====•== =•==-=-rl =•- ", l /~\;,, I=='~~~ JOO□ ,JUD ~ □n□□ · Ir o r ,,~, I Page | 16 Alternative 3  Maximizes mixed use along HSR, Chester, and industrial area south of Hwy 178  Formally designates civic and government offices as Public Facilities  Residential infill north of Hwy 178 and east of Chester  Replaces industrial with office and mixed use 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 6,679 23,802 4,791 Population 15,335 75,217 15,140 Jobs 36,141 41,367 1,244 Page | 17 Old Town Kern Old Town Kern has similar opportunities as downtown, with additional focus on economic revitalization and preservation of the neighborhood’s historic character. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Preserve and celebrate historic character  Attract and encourage additional commercial and retail opportunities  Improve public transportation options  Improve safety pedestrians and bicyclists j 11 l Page | 18 Alternative 1  Largely preserving existing land uses  Addition of mixed use near Baker and Montgomery and other key housing sites locations  Commercial corridor along E. Truxton to connect to Downtown 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,748 5,519 978 Population 12,254 17,439 3,093 Jobs 6,459 8,218 184 Page | 19 Alternative 2  Emphasis on mixed use along Baker St. and Kentucky St.  Maintain industrial along Truxton  Pocket parks along Baker, Truxton, and Niles  Additional mixed use to implement housing element cycle 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,834 5,519 1,706 Population 11,912 17,439 5,391 Jobs 825 8,218 0 I 58 ~ r I J[ r I 1 l l r Page | 20 Alternative 3  Similar to Alternative 2, with expanded mixed use along Truxtun Ave.  Formalizes public facilities designations for related uses  Includes pocket parks 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,748 5,519 2,075 Population 12,254 17,439 6,558 Jobs 6,459 8,218 139 1 '[]·' ~! Page | 21 Greater City in the Hills This area in the northeast of the city is planned for additional parks, recreational, and residential space at a variety of densities. Encouraging additional retail uses within existing community nodes can foster high-quality amenities for existing and future residential neighborhoods. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Maintain existing and develop additional open space, parks, and recreational spaces  Enhance trail and bicycle networks  Improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists  Increase housing supply and options  Improve availability of resident serving amenities  Develop neighborhood commercial centers near existing community nodes Page | 22 Alternative 1  Housing Element driving medium- and high-density housing  Mixed use replaces regional commercial at Kern Canyon and Hwy 178 to enable transit  Large commercial center at Morning Dr. and Hwy 178 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,834 41,013 3,983 Population 11,912 129,602 12,587 Jobs 825 14,285 -3,072 Page | 23 Alternative 2  More emphasis on mixed use centers at Morning Dr., Hwy 178 and Kern Canyon Rd. 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,834 41,013 5,728 Population 11,912 129,602 18,099 Jobs 825 14,285 -3,425 \ I I I I I I Page | 24 Alternative 3  Aligned with Alternative 2 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,834 41,013 6,342 Population 11,912 129,602 20,040 Jobs 825 14,285 -3,300 Page | 25 Rosedale Corridor The commercial corridor features opportunities to promote greater mixed-use, residential, and light industrial development. However, the large central parcel hosts a PG&E substation, and many parcels east of Coffee Road face development limitations due to existing power infrastructure and petroleum extraction operation. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Attract and encourage additional commercial and retail opportunities  Develop more public open spaces, parks, and recreational opportunities  Increase housing supply and options  Expand pedestrian and bicycle networks to commercial services and nearby neighborhoods ' -'-'-tc ~ BAKERSFIELD 204S ~J-~~ Page | 26 Alternative 1  Added large area of regional commercial south of Rosedale Hwy on existing utility property  Increased allowed intensity of Commercial west of Calloway Dr.  Cleaned up light industrial area for consistency with existing uses east of Calloway Dr. 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 497 10,778 673 Population 1,643 34,059 2,125 Jobs 3,919 18,122 375 '~ tc ---BAKERSFIELD 20<IS =RIS ~-,__~ I . I I Page | 27 Alternative 2  Added opportunities for mixed use development throughout corridor  Added potential park space along utility right-of-way at Northwest Promenade Center and south of Langley Rd. 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 497 10,778 1,260 Population 1,643 34,059 3,981 Jobs 3,919 18,122 -1,085 ~ IW<ERSAELD 204S ~J~~ Page | 28 Alternative 3  Generally aligned with Alternative 2  Additional park space along utility right-of-way at Northwest Promenade Center  Allow for mixed use west of Calloway Dr. 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 497 10,778 1,221 Population 1,643 34,059 3,858 Jobs 3,919 18,122 -1,216 @ i.=·. . - Page | 29 CSU Bakersfield The campus is conveniently located along the Old River Road linkage. The City of Bakersfield is interested in additional collaboration with the university to further enhance and connect the campus to the surrounding community. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Allow for innovative and incubator industries  Increase housing supply and options  Develop more recreational opportunities  Redevelop underused surface parking lots Page | 30 Alternative 1  Housing Element driven transition of office to mixed use  Opportunity to adapt commercial centers to mixed use as demand allows 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 1,187 2,789 2,138 Population 2,403 8,814 6,757 Jobs 5,639 23,492 -1,463 Page | 31 Alternative 2  Transition much of the office space to mixed use as feasible 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 1,187 2,789 5,378 Population 2,403 8,814 16,993 Jobs 5,639 23,492 -9,174 ,'d - -. __J =t-, C'.:J1 ~ CJ j ~@ ~ . ~ r ,,'3 f . . -1 ~ O O 15 0.3 ~ DD ~ I. // IJ } 1/ Miles N ~i-JJn~ I I~ 1/ ~~ Page | 32 Alternative 3  Maintains an underlying land use designation of office on areas adjacent to campus  Allows for an overlay to create an area plan that facilitates research and technology uses 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 1,187 2,789 2,138 Population 2,403 8,814 6,757 Jobs 5,639 23,492 -1,463 I (5iJ ;JIG(]§ ,,d ' ' . . ts ~-......,r--.--.,,,/ ~ . ~r -,~ O ;/1/:15 0.3 . ~ r::JD ~ I. -, //~ Miles N ~ 1·J) n~ 1 lr==="1 _ 1/ ~~ I I I I I Page | 33 Brundage Lane Corridor This area was identified due to the concentration of commercial uses, underutilized parcels, and surrounding residential neighborhoods. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Increase transportation infrastructure, including active transportation  Attract and encourage additional commercial and retail opportunities  Increase housing supply and options  Infill and revitalization of vacant/underutilized parcels  Support high intensity non-residential development  Encourage mixed-use development with emphasis in transit-oriented design If ~na:,;=c ~~[ l□□□, l==□□B□□~□□□LlJLJbl, I □□CJ□I ' BBBEl I ,□BBBBBBBB52:l~ilLJ Rj od§B@B□ooBB8B0□@w~D'l I d ~ □□=-::::=B□□□□[J□u~c ~===;'r=~==;cJ~. □ 1 •1= 00 □aa a0 □□□ 1gggo 5 CJ C=:J Page | 34 Alternative 1  Increases intensity of commercial along south side of Brundage Lane 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 577 754 0 Population 1,952 2,383 0 Jobs 1,366 3,448 4 I I Page | 35 Alternative 2  Emphasizes mixed use along north side of Brundage and at P St. intersection  Potential park adjacent to Kern Island Canal 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 577 754 880 Population 1,952 2,383 2,782 Jobs 1,366 3,448 18 Page | 36 Alternative 3  Combines Alternative 1 and Alternative 2 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 577 754 890 Population 1,952 2,383 2,813 Jobs 1,366 3,448 -28 Page | 37 Gosford Southwest This portion of the city is identified as a focus area for non-residential development. This area is conveniently located adjacent to rail and currently has large retailers, warehousing, and industry. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Create safe and accessible active transportation networks  Expand tree canopy coverage  Increase housing supply and options  Develop more public open spaces and parks  Attract and encourage commercial and retail opportunities Page | 38 Alternative 1  West side light industrial changes to general commercial and office to ease transition into neighborhoods  East side auto dealership along Wible formally designated regional commercial to align with use  Potential for mixed use development at Pacheco and Akers 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,003 6,863 1,613 Population 9,771 21,686 5,098 Jobs 9,908 15,754 4,724 :ls ~ • "'in [ !J~L ~~ " ._Jrn□lJflr =i~ -::::JL ~ .~ l n y,c j I I~ ~ ~~ IQ CJI ~Fl~ lc==:Jn il[F'--ir ~ . M b~I I :· =~ ~ JU □□truei~ ~ -{-. Jiu~~~gj~ r __ • 1 IRWLJ~O[ J~ ~ 'I r r , =!-~w ✓ .JU ::.. --717r-r· ' t· r ~~~~ ,t -= ~- _JLJ 1c=J ~u:c l d ~~ _j1 _/U ~Ll[Jr ~WC: 7 ( f □i? ~~ ~ •t' 1 '---==mi.ii==== L-=:J Wn□ c::?~i][!l_J'-~CJ _ 1:==~/c--====:!;:~ 7 -D r71=-CsE3~=---~-,- c=:J ~ ]1 t • ,s1== 1 (r,:J c· cj··-~ ~ :~ ic__Jd C7 . □o I ~---==i L ll wrr r, ~r-v-7 ;~~□~]-, = 01 L • =;~ EULtf_ ... ~wwl_ 1 ,~ reJL-Cl1 L11 ~j'~D~ki~%~~~~S'd-~l ~- 0.25 1 r o.s\c _ j, ~ n~a= = -=====i"!"• -Mile dl r ~ .. lb _Jb_ 1111 tnr = --- Page | 39 Alternative 2  West side light industrial changes to general commercial and office to ease transition to residential neighborhoods  Formally designates east side auto dealerships to regional commercial  Potential park at Akers and Pacheco 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,003 6,863 -538 Population 9,771 21,686 -1,699 Jobs 9,908 15,754 2,530 Page | 40 Alternative 3  Similar to Alternative 1, but includes mixed use and park designations near Akers 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,003 6,863 177 Population 9,771 21,686 558 Jobs 9,908 15,754 3,739 Page | 41 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor This area includes a mixture of residences and industrial uses, as well as many vacant and underutilized parcels in a disadvantaged part of the city. It is very underserved, with minimal access to parks, open space, and other services. Current General Plan Land Use Goals:  Create safe and connected active transportation networks  Attract and encourage commercial and grocery store opportunities  Develop public parks and street tree networks  Increase housing supply and options  Develop community and recreational spaces Page | 42 Alternative 1  Northern stretch of MLK allowing mixed use  Changes along MLK corridor to implement housing element  Regional commercial replacing industrial adjacent to Hwy 58  Lower intensity industrial adjacent to neighborhoods at Wilson Rd and Union Ave  Transitions industrial at Fairview and S Union to mixed use 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,262 18,478 9,759 Population 12,267 58,391 30,839 Jobs 696 8,731 1,507 j ~ f ~~ '. f ..D ~ 1 0.45 0.9 rp Miles I I I I I Page | 43 Alternative 2  Aligning with housing element changes  Less emphasis on expanding commercial in the northern portion; more emphasis on mixed use  Potential park at Panama Lane adjacent to Crescent Elementary 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,262 18,478 11,345 Population 12,267 58,391 35,850 Jobs 696 8,731 1,789 I ~~~+ ~~~~r-:: Page | 44 Alternative 3  Similar to Alternative 1 but includes additional mixed use north of Hwy 58  Cleans up designations on vacant parcels on northern portion of MLK Blvd to allow for streamlined lot consolidations.  Aligns designations with housing element update 2024 Existing Conditions Adopted General Plan Capacity 2045 Net New Housing Units 3,262 18,478 10,113 Population 12,267 58,391 31,958 Jobs 696 8,731 1,324 -f·======::1