City Planning | Climate Action Plan

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San Diego CAPSan Diego Climate Action Plan

Responsible in 90 actions

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Action title

Implementation phase

Status

Tasks

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BE-1.1SA-1

Complete an analysis of the City's building and housing stock.

On time

BE-1.1a

Develop a comprehensive building decarbonization roadmap.

On time

BE-1.1SA-2

Update the Building Energy Benchmarking Ordinance to expand enforcement and compliance.

On time

BE-1.1b

Develop a Building Performance Standards (BPS) policy.

On time

BE-1.1SA-3

Explore opportunities to increase onsite water reuse and irrigation for buildings.

On time

BE-1.1SA-4

Prioritize cool roofs when feasible in energy efficiency building code update.

On time

BE-1.1SA-5

Identify funding sources for residential weatherization projects, appliance exchanges, and building retrofits in CoC's.

Continuous

BE-1.1SA-6

Expand residential Photovoltaic deployment incentives/programs

On time

BE-1.2a

Develop and adopt a Building Electrification policy...requiring new residential and commercial buildings to eliminate the use of natural gas...

Late

BE-1.2SA-1

Prioritize cool roofs in energy efficiency building code update.

On time

BE-1.2SA-2

Support new regional policies for alternative systems...to replace existing heating and cooling air systems and water systems

On time

BE-1.2SA-3

Establish policies that incentivize developers to use less GHG intensive materials and practices...

BE-1.3SA-6

Future development on City-owned property will require and reward proposals based on decarbonization and other CAP goals

BE-SA-1

Remove high-Global Warming Potential refrigerants - develop a refrigerant management program that establishes a phaseout timeline for high-Global Warming Potential refrigerants

BE-SA-2

Advance workforce development programs for decarbonization including energy efficiency and renewable energy projects

On time

RE-2.1-SA-1

Develop financial support programs to incentivize solar on multifamily buildings, providing financial benefits to tenants and families within Communities of Concern

On time

RE-2.1-SA-2

Develop financial support programs to incentivize deployment of building-scale renewables and mandate the use of renewables through building codes, while engaging residents and other stakeholders in the process.

On time

RE-2.1-SA-3

Increase renewable generation at non-residential developments through new policies or incentive programs.

RE-2.1-SA-4

Facilitate local renewable energy resource deployment through land use code update

On time

RE-2.1-SA-6

Leverage municipal facilities to establish community solar and microgrid solutions when tariffs allow.

On time

RE-2.1-SA-7

Explore partnerships for a trade-in program for small landscape owners to transition to electric equipment.

On time

RE-2.3-SA-3

Amend the building code update to expand EV charging stations requirements...

On time

RE-2.3-SA-4

Amend the building code to require charging stations for electric bicycles.

On time

RE-2.3-SA-6

Continue...to support the conversion of the school bus fleet to zero emissions vehicles.

RE-2.3-SA-7

Work with SANDAG, APCD and MTS to procure a fully zero emissions bus fleet

RE-2.3-SA-8

Work with SANDAG, APCD, U.S. Navy, the Port of San Diego and other partners on medium and heavy duty (MD/HD) ZEV infrastructure planning.

On time

MLU-3.1a

Develop Safe Routes to Schools safety plans; start a San Diego Safe Routes to Schools program focusing on Communities of Concern and underperforming schools

On time

MLU-3.1-SA1

Adopt City portions of SANDAG's forthcoming first mile/last mile initiative and incorporate Safe Routes to Transit strategies in Transit Priority Areas

On time

MLU-3.1-SA3

Increase education campaigns to improve motorist behavior to result in a safer right-of-way for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Continuous

MLU-3.1-SA4

Amend the code and street design manual to include standards for pedestrian oriented street lighting in neighborhoods and alleyways.

On time

MLU-3.1b

Update Bicycle Master Plan with current best practices...

On time

MLU-3.1-SA6

Include in Bicycle Master Plan update policies and programs to increase bicycle storage near new bikeways

On time

MLU-3.1d

Develop a Mobility Master Plan to reduce mobile sources emissions and further a shift in mode

On time

MLU-3.1-SA7

Complete and implement the Mobility Master Plan...

On time

MLU-3.1-SA8

Create a quick build policy and design guidelines to facilitate repurposing of the right-of-way for installation of interim or pilot bicycle, ADA accessibility, or pedestrian projects

On time

MLU-3.1-SA9

Examine proposed bike and pedestrian projects and use "quick-build" pathways where appropriate to increase financial viability

On time

MLU-3.1-SA10

Identify and address gaps in the City's pedestrian network and opportunities for improved pedestrian crossing, using the City's Pedestrian Master Plan and the City's sidewalk assessment

Continuous

MLU-3.1-SA12

Include shade structures on building frontages in pedestrian thoroughfares.

On time

MLU-3.1-SA13

Update street planning and design process with a focus on community input from Communities of Concern to prioritize pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit

Continuous

MLU-3.1-SA18

Update City special events permits to prioritize transit, walking, and bicycling

On time

MLU-3.1-SA19

Amend Council Policy 800-14 to prioritize CAP implementation with a greater investment in Communities of Concern, [cont]...

On time

MLU-3.1e

Evaluate existing and future fee structures to increase the priority of active transportation project implementation...

On time

MLU-3.1-SA20

Explore fee structure/incentive program to increase cost savings for shared transportation network company (TNC) trips relative to private TNC trips

MLU-3.1-SA24

Engage communities during the community plan updates and other multimodal corridors and active transportation planning processes to better accommodate all users of the right-of-way with an emphasis on improving safety for vulnerable users

Continuous

MLU-3.2a

Advocate for a permanent, regional Youth Opportunity Pass and support the expansion of the program to include college students and residents in Communities of Concern

On time

MLU-3.2-SA1

Facilitate partnerships with universities and colleges with goal of student walk/ride/transit use well-above citywide goals

On time

MLU-3.2-SA2

Create programs and incentives for transit passes bundled with all new major developments within one mile of a major transit stop

On time

MLU-3.2b

Create a quick build policy and design guidelines to facilitate repurposing of the right-of-way for installation of interim or pilot transit projects

MLU-3.2-SA3

Identify transit stops where upgrades are needed, especially in Communities of Concern, and streamline implementation of upgrades to high priority transit stops

On time

MLU-3.2c

Ensure every high-volume transit stop has access to transit shelters...

Continuous

MLU-3.2d

Implement projects and update the Placemaking Ordinance, including a street furniture program that reduces heat exposure, prioritizes natural shade solutions, provides cool transit stops, and improves access to nearby restrooms in high transit use areas and pedestrian corridors, prioritizing Communities of Concern

Continuous

MLU-3.2-SA4

Support MTS, SANDAG and Caltrans in the creation of transit right-of-way for regional transit connections

Continuous

MLU-3.2e

Develop dedicated bus lanes or shared bus and bike lanes to increase transit efficiency and on-time performance...

Continuous

MLU-3.2-SA5

Prioritize and assist MTS with siting and design on complete transit stops in CoC, including shade trees, lighting, trash bins

Continuous

MLU-3.2-SA6

Partner with MTS for priority right of way for buses and trolley in roadway corridors and at intersections

Continuous

MLU-3.3a

Amend the Land Development Code to include mandatory transportation demand management (TDM) regulations citywide.

MLU-3.3b

Develop a City of San Diego employee TDM policy.

On time

MLU-3.4-SA1

Work with the Port of San Diego, SANDAG, and Caltrans to prepare a feasibility study to identify the best truck route to Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal and diversion, traffic calming and appropriate signage as included in the APCD’s Community Emission Reduction Plan (CERP)

On time

MLU-3.4-SA2

Work with communities to implement comprehensive solutions for the curb space...

Continuous

MLU-3.5a

Update the Placemaking Ordinance to better support mode shift, to increase accessibility, walkability, and activate public spaces

On time

MLU-3.5-SA1

Amend local regulations, like the Placemaking ordinance, and policies to allow for wider sidewalks and the use of setbacks for public spaces and place making

On time

MLU-3.5-SA2

Implement temporary and permanent car-free zones/zero emission zones

Continuous

MLU-3.5-SA3

Amend the General Plan Mobility Element to include a Complete Streets policy to enable safe, attractive and comfortable access so that pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit users of all ages and abilities can safely travel within the public right-of-way

On time

MLU-3.5-SA4

Amend land development code regulations to require more efficient pedestrian access between existing and new development.

MLU-3.5-SA5

Prioritize as part of the Environmental Justice work on air quality emissions reduction opportunities with APCD and Communities of Concern

On time

MLU-3.5b

Focus new development in areas that will allow residents, employees and visitors to safely, conveniently, and enjoyable travel as a pedestrian, or by biking, or transit, such as in Transit Priority Areas (TPAs), and areas of the City with the lowest amount of vehicular travel.

Continuous

MLU-3.5c

Plan for land uses that will allow existing residents, employees and visitors to more safely, conveniently and enjoyably travel as a pedestrian, biking, or transit

Continuous

MLU-3.5-SA6

Focus on delivering new mixed-use development on sites, including vacant and underutilized lots, located near transit, such as in TPAs and areas of the City of San Diego with the lowest amount of vehicular travel.

Continuous

MLU-3.5-SA7

Implement active transportation in lieu fees to fund pedestrian, cyclist and transit investments where the greatest GHG emissions reductions will result, in accordance with Complete Communities: Mobility Choices

Continuous

MLU-3.5-SA8

Maximize new development in areas located with safe, convenient and enjoyable access to transit

Continuous

MLU-3.5-SA9

Support expansion of urban greenspace including park access, open space, and wildlife corridors where appropriate, along streets to encourage outdoor activity, walking, and increase pedestrian access to parks in Communities of Concern

Continuous

MLU-3.6a

Optimize use of curb space including management of on-street parking in TPAs

On time

MLU-3.6b

Amend the land development code to eliminate parking minimum requirements

On time

MLU-3.6c

Amend the land development code to establish parking maximum requirements for use types and locations where appropriate

On time

MLU-3.6d

Amend the land development code to prohibit new auto-oriented land uses that would create conflicts with walking and bicycling within TPAs

On time

CECC-4.2b

Update the City’s administrative regulations to include purchasing requirements for sustainable products and food

CECC-4.3d

Establish a multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts across City departments with a focus on land use, economic growth, neighborhood vitality and healthy food access to work with community members to expand urban agricultural programs and develop policies to encourage community-based farms, including demonstration projects

CECC-4.3-SA1

Work with the County and Farm Bureau to support investments in climate-smart agriculture and the local food supply chain

CECC-4.3-SA2

Incentivize the incorporation of urban agriculture features including indoor agriculture, edible forestry, community gardens, etc

CECC-4.3-SA7

Incorporate food security and reslient food systems into climate resilience and emergency planning

On time

CECC-4.4-SA5

Amend the Construction & Demolition regulations to establish a deconstruction requirement to reduce demolition waste from construction and renovation, facilitate material reuse and create jobs

RIHE-5.1b

Develop an area specific management plan to protect, restore, and preserve wetland and upland areas on City managed lands, prioritizing Communities of Concern

On time

RIHE-5.1c

Develop Natural Resource Management Plans on all managed preserved lands...

Continuous

RIHE-5.1-SA1

Prioritize parterships with San Diego's tribes and restorative environmental justice opportunities on wetland restoration projects

Continuous

RIHE-5.1-SA2

Acquire Open Space Conservation Land

Continuous

RIHE-5.1-SA3

Create a pilot carbon farming program on vacant public land or in partnerships with educational institutions and non-profit organizations

RIHE-5.2-SA1

Amend the Land Development Code to increase landscape and parking lot tree planting requirements.

On time

RIHE-5.2-SA2

Revise Council Policies and Municipal Codes to strengthen tree protection policies and enhance tree planting efforts.

Late

RIHE-5.2-SA10

Ensure the diversification of tree species, including using native tree and shrub species ...

Continuous

RIHE-5.3-SA7

Amend building code regulations to require a percentage of all non-roof (e.g., hardscape) surfaces around new buildings meet certain criteria to reduce urban heat island effect.

On time