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San Diego CAP
San Diego Climate Action Plan
Responsible in 90 actions
ID
Action title
Implementation phase
Status
Tasks
Information updated
Council Prioritization Score
BE-1.1SA-1
Complete an analysis of the City's building and housing stock.
Completed
On time
No tasks
9 months ago
87.7
BE-1.1a
Develop a comprehensive building decarbonization roadmap.
In progress
On time
3 tasks
9 months ago
87.7
BE-1.1SA-2
Update the Building Energy Benchmarking Ordinance to expand enforcement and compliance.
In progress
On time
3 tasks
9 months ago
48.73
BE-1.1b
Develop a Building Performance Standards (BPS) policy.
In progress
On time
6 tasks
9 months ago
48.73
BE-1.1SA-3
Explore opportunities to increase onsite water reuse and irrigation for buildings.
In progress
On time
No tasks
24 days ago
11.27
BE-1.1SA-4
Prioritize cool roofs when feasible in energy efficiency building code update.
In progress
On time
1 tasks
a month ago
35.36
BE-1.1SA-5
Identify funding sources for residential weatherization projects, appliance exchanges, and building retrofits in CoC's.
In progress
On time
2 tasks
a month ago
71.93
BE-1.1SA-6
Expand residential Photovoltaic deployment incentives/programs
In progress
On time
2 tasks
7 months ago
56.75
BE-1.2a
Develop and adopt a Building Electrification policy...requiring new residential and commercial buildings to eliminate the use of natural gas...
In progress
Late
3 tasks
9 months ago
57.05
BE-1.2SA-1
Prioritize cool roofs in energy efficiency building code update.
In progress
On time
No tasks
a month ago
35.36
BE-1.2SA-2
Support new regional policies for alternative systems...to replace existing heating and cooling air systems and water systems
In progress
On time
1 tasks
a month ago
36.66
BE-1.2SA-3
Establish policies that incentivize developers to use less GHG intensive materials and practices...
Not started
5 tasks
23 days ago
32.27
BE-1.3SA-6
Future development on City-owned property will require and reward proposals based on decarbonization and other CAP goals
Not started
No tasks
7 months ago
28.29
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
Not started
No tasks
a month ago
28.16
BE-SA-2
Advance workforce development programs for decarbonization including energy efficiency and renewable energy projects
In progress
On time
No tasks
a month ago
33.5
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
In progress
On time
No tasks
a month ago
39.76
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.
In progress
On time
No tasks
a year ago
49.43
RE-2.1-SA-3
Increase renewable generation at non-residential developments through new policies or incentive programs.
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
37.27
RE-2.1-SA-4
Facilitate local renewable energy resource deployment through land use code update
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
34.39
RE-2.1-SA-6
Leverage municipal facilities to establish community solar and microgrid solutions when tariffs allow.
Planning
On time
No tasks
a year ago
38.03
RE-2.1-SA-7
Explore partnerships for a trade-in program for small landscape owners to transition to electric equipment.
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
33.19
RE-2.3-SA-3
Amend the building code update to expand EV charging stations requirements...
In progress
Late
1 tasks
a year ago
69.4
RE-2.3-SA-4
Amend the building code to require charging stations for electric bicycles.
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
36.81
RE-2.3-SA-6
Continue...to support the conversion of the school bus fleet to zero emissions vehicles.
Not started
No tasks
a month ago
40.96
RE-2.3-SA-7
Work with SANDAG, APCD and MTS to procure a fully zero emissions bus fleet
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
62.15
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.
In progress
On time
No tasks
7 months ago
64.88
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
Planning
On time
3 tasks
a year ago
59.74
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
In progress
On time
No tasks
7 months ago
43.93
MLU-3.1-SA3
Increase education campaigns to improve motorist behavior to result in a safer right-of-way for bicyclists and pedestrians.
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
39.62
MLU-3.1-SA4
Amend the code and street design manual to include standards for pedestrian oriented street lighting in neighborhoods and alleyways.
In progress
On time
2 tasks
7 months ago
47.53
MLU-3.1b
Update Bicycle Master Plan with current best practices...
In progress
On time
6 tasks
a year ago
39.32
MLU-3.1-SA6
Include in Bicycle Master Plan update policies and programs to increase bicycle storage near new bikeways
In progress
On time
6 tasks
a year ago
37.87
MLU-3.1d
Develop a Mobility Master Plan to reduce mobile sources emissions and further a shift in mode
Completed
On time
3 tasks
6 months ago
65.68
MLU-3.1-SA7
Complete and implement the Mobility Master Plan...
In progress
On time
5 tasks
a month ago
47.89
MLU-3.1-SA8
Create a quick build policy and design guidelines to facilitate repurposing of the right-of-way or installation of interim or pilot bicycle, ADA accessibility, or pedestrian projects
Planning
On time
3 tasks
7 months ago
41.74
MLU-3.1-SA9
Examine proposed bike and pedestrian projects and use "quick-build" pathways where appropriate to increase financial viability
In progress
On time
No tasks
7 months ago
41.38
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
On time
No tasks
a month ago
50.5
MLU-3.1-SA12
Include shade structures on building frontages in pedestrian thoroughfares.
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
37.3
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
On time
1 tasks
15 days ago
46.44
MLU-3.1-SA18
Update City special events permits to prioritize transit, walking, and bicycling
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
50.26
MLU-3.1-SA19
Amend Council Policy 800-14 to prioritize CAP implementation with a greater investment in Communities of Concern, [cont]...
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
47.91
MLU-3.1e
Evaluate existing and future fee structures to increase the priority of active transportation project implementation...
In progress
On time
No tasks
7 months ago
37.4
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
Not started
1 tasks
a year ago
46.34
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
On time
1 tasks
15 days ago
34.8
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
Planning
On time
3 tasks
a year ago
73.48
MLU-3.2-SA1
Facilitate partnerships with universities and colleges with goal of student walk/ride/transit use well-above citywide goals
In progress
On time
3 tasks
a month ago
44.59
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
In progress
On time
No tasks
a year ago
46.97
MLU-3.2b
Create a quick build policy and design guidelines to facilitate repurposing of the right-of-way or installation of installation of interim or pilot transit projects
Not started
No tasks
7 months ago
31.36
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
Planning
On time
No tasks
24 days ago
55.14
MLU-3.2c
Ensure every high-volume transit stop has access to transit shelters...
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
44.1
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
On time
No tasks
24 days ago
51.52
MLU-3.2-SA4
Support MTS, SANDAG and Caltrans in the creation of transit right-of-way for regional transit connections
Continuous
On time
1 tasks
a month ago
40.88
MLU-3.2e
Develop dedicated bus lanes or shared bus and bike lanes to increase transit efficiency and on-time performance...
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
43.81
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
On time
No tasks
a month ago
42.02
MLU-3.2-SA6
Partner with MTS for priority right of way for buses and trolley in roadway corridors and at intersections
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
55.14
MLU-3.3a
Amend the Land Development Code to include mandatory transportation demand management (TDM) regulations citywide.
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
47.34
MLU-3.3b
Develop a City of San Diego employee TDM policy.
In progress
On time
2 tasks
a year ago
43.18
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)
In progress
On time
2 tasks
a year ago
38.64
MLU-3.4-SA2
Work with communities to implement comprehensive solutions for the curb space...
Continuous
On time
4 tasks
a month ago
34.63
MLU-3.5a
Update the Placemaking Ordinance to better support mode shift, to increase accessibility, walkability, and activate public spaces
Completed
On time
No tasks
a month ago
36.97
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
Completed
On time
1 tasks
a year ago
41.76
MLU-3.5-SA2
Implement temporary and permanent car-free zones/zero emission zones
Continuous
On time
2 tasks
a month ago
57.74
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
Completed
On time
2 tasks
7 months ago
52.33
MLU-3.5-SA4
Amend land development code regulations to require more efficient pedestrian access between existing and new development.
Not started
No tasks
7 months ago
51.53
MLU-3.5-SA5
Prioritize as part of the Environmental Justice work on air quality emissions reduction opportunities with APCD and Communities of Concern
In progress
On time
No tasks
7 months ago
66.16
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
On time
2 tasks
a month ago
63.8
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
On time
No tasks
a month ago
63.8
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
On time
2 tasks
a month ago
40.67
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
On time
No tasks
a month ago
68.47
MLU-3.5-SA8
Maximize new development in areas located with safe, convenient and enjoyable access to transit
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
55.33
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
On time
No tasks
a month ago
57.64
MLU-3.6a
Optimize use of curb space including management of on-street parking in TPAs
In progress
On time
No tasks
24 days ago
46.87
MLU-3.6b
Amend the land development code to eliminate parking minimum requirements
Completed
On time
No tasks
7 months ago
58.15
MLU-3.6c
Amend the land development code to establish parking maximum requirements for use types and locations where appropriate
In progress
On time
No tasks
7 months ago
58.15
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
In progress
On time
No tasks
a month ago
42.7
CECC-4.2b
Update the City’s administrative regulations to include purchasing requirements for sustainable products and food
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
47.32
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
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
54.91
CECC-4.3-SA1
Work with the County and Farm Bureau to support investments in climate-smart agriculture and the local food supply chain
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
29.87
CECC-4.3-SA2
Incentivize the incorporation of urban agriculture features including indoor agriculture, edible forestry, community gardens, etc
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
42.61
CECC-4.3-SA7
Incorporate food security and reslient food systems into climate resilience and emergency planning
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
20.63
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
Not started
No tasks
7 months ago
31.98
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
In progress
On time
No tasks
a year ago
40.42
RIHE-5.1c
Develop Natural Resource Management Plans on all managed preserved lands...
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
39.11
RIHE-5.1-SA1
Prioritize parterships with San Diego's tribes and restorative environmental justice opportunities on wetland restoration projects
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
30.66
RIHE-5.1-SA2
Acquire Open Space Conservation Land
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a month ago
50.01
RIHE-5.1-SA3
Create a pilot carbon farming program on vacant public land or in partnerships with educational institutions and non-profit organizations
Not started
No tasks
a year ago
36.89
RIHE-5.2-SA1
Amend the Land Development Code to increase landscape and parking lot tree planting requirements.
Completed
On time
No tasks
a year ago
45.14
RIHE-5.2-SA2
Revise Council Policies and Municipal Codes to strengthen tree protection policies and enhance tree planting efforts.
Planning
Late
No tasks
a year ago
63.04
RIHE-5.2-SA10
Ensure the diversification of tree species, including using native tree and shrub species ...
Continuous
On time
No tasks
a year ago
22.58
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.
Completed
On time
No tasks
a month ago
48.25