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The Bay Fair Center is covered by a Development Agreement originally structured in 1991. This agreement provides for the ultimate development of up to 1.4 million square feet of commercial space. The current owners of the Center have indicated a strong interest in pursuing higher-end residential development within the context of constructing a transit village-type of development. Secondary Dwelling Units -San Leandro is also implementing new provisions of its secondary unit ordinance. These changes were made in 2003 in response to changes made by the State per AB 1866. The City has fielded several inquiries and has approved six second unit applications which could not be considered under previous rules. Changes to allow detached units on parcels less than 10,000 square feet, and the ability to provide tandem parking are two changes which have allowed more secondary units to be considered. The City will continue to monitor pending State legislation and respond appropriately regarding any possible revisions to existing rules. The City continues to consider changes to the secondary unit ordinance and may consider increasing the maximum size of secondary units from the 450 square foot maximum currently in place. Infill Opportunities -Most of the available land capable of supporting residential development is considered infill and most of these sites could accommodate larger developments than what currently exist on these properties. The City will remain active in its efforts to encourage new mixed use and higher density residential developments along the East 14th Street Corridor, especially along the southern segment since the City reduced parking standards in an effort to attract new development. The Office of Business Development will continue to provide primary support to the Community Development Department to facilitate projects located in Redevelopment Project Areas and to assist in the potential financing of affordable housing projects through the use of the 20 percent Affordable Housing Set-Aside Fund. The Redevelopment Agency continues to pursue land acquisition opportunities and considers how to best leverage the Housing Set-Aside funds that may include bonding against existing funds. These efforts will contribute to help successfully fund future affordable housing projects. Possible Zoning Code Amendments -The Housing Element identified a few existing zoning regulations that could be changed to help facilitate additional housing to be built. These changes include reducing the minimum parcel size to qualify for a Planned Development (PD) application and allowing additional density on certain properties designated for multiple family zoning containing at least 6,000 square feet. The Planning Services Division will be considering possible Zoning Code amendments that address these concerns later in fiscal year 2005-06. Year 2004 Annual Housing Progress Report 8 City Of San Leandro