Transit-Oriented Communities Policy Status Report

The memorandum discusses the status report on the implementation of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy. The TOC Policy aims to promote sustainable development near transit hubs, focusing on increased housing density, affordable housing, walkability, economic development, and environmental sustainability. Compliance with the TOC Policy is necessary for receiving discretionary funding from the MTC, with expectations set for compliance before the next round of funding in early 2026. The report outlines the policy's requirements, the alignment of city policies with the TOC Policy, challenges faced in compliance, and the potential consequences of non-compliance. It emphasizes the importance of city staff and council support in achieving compliance and accessing critical funding.

Key points

• The TOC Policy promotes sustainable, equitable development near transit hubs.
• Key goals include increased housing density, affordable housing, walkability, economic development, and environmental sustainability.
• Compliance with the TOC Policy is required for discretionary funding from the MTC.
• The policy applies to areas within a half mile of specific transit stations.
• San José has 54 stations subject to the TOC Policy, categorized by tiers based on transit service.
• The City’s policies align with many TOC Policy requirements but face challenges in specific compliance areas.
• Non-compliance could affect significant funding sources for San José planning and transportation projects.
• City staff will coordinate with MTC staff to identify paths toward compliance.

Limitations

• The document contains unresolved placeholders and lacks specific details in some sections.
• The summary references a draft framework for compliance that is not yet defined.

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The City of San José expresses gratitude to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) for recommending $6.3 million in funding for the Diridon Station project. The letter outlines the city's commitment to Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy, highlighting progress made towards compliance, including increased housing supply and density for commercial development. The Diridon Station Area Plan (DSAP) aims for 12,900 new homes with 25% affordable housing and significant commercial development, potentially creating 44,000 jobs. The city has abolished most parking minimums and emphasizes partnerships for equitable transit-oriented communities.

Key points

• San José thanks MTC for $6.3 million funding recommendation for Diridon Station project.
• City is committed to Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy and has made significant progress towards compliance.
• Diridon Station Area Plan (DSAP) plans for 12,900 new homes with 25% affordable housing.
• DSAP allows for 13.7 million square feet of new office space, equating to 44,000 new jobs.
• San José abolished nearly all parking minimums citywide in December 2022.
• Partnerships with various stakeholders are emphasized for successful implementation of transit-oriented communities.

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Attachment B provides details of funding allocated through the One Bay Area Grant across three cycles, listing various projects and their respective funding amounts.

Key points

• OBAG1 (2012-2015) includes projects such as the San José Pavement Maintenance Program and the San José Bikeways Program with a total funding amount of $11,531,000.
• OBAG2 (2016-2021) includes projects like the San Jose/VTA Diridon Integrated Station Area Concept Plan and the Downtown SJ Mobility Public Life Plan with a total funding amount of $148,212,902.
• OBAG3 (2022-Present) includes projects such as Jackson Avenue Complete Streets and Story-Keyes Complete Streets with a total funding amount of $32,730,000.

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• The text does not specify the exact dates for the funding cycles.
• Some project names and funding amounts are listed without context or additional details.

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The document is a status report on the Transit-Oriented Communities Policy presented to the Community and Economic Development Committee. It outlines goals such as increasing housing density near transit, promoting affordable housing, enhancing walkability, supporting economic development, and encouraging environmental sustainability. The report details covered areas within ½ mile of transit hubs and requirements for housing density, affordable housing, commercial stabilization, and parking management. It categorizes transit stations into four tiers based on their service level. The report also discusses policy alignment with various plans and highlights challenges to compliance, including mandatory compliance for accessing transportation funding. Next steps include inter-department compliance efforts and grant applications.

Key points

• Goals include increasing housing density, promoting affordable housing, enhancing walkability, supporting economic development, and encouraging environmental sustainability.
• Covered areas are within ½ mile of transit hubs like BART, Caltrain, light-rail, and bus rapid transit stops.
• Requirements include minimum density for housing and office space, affordable housing production, preservation, and protection, commercial stabilization, and parking management.
• Transit stations are categorized into four tiers based on service levels.
• Compliance with the TOC Policy is mandatory to access Metropolitan Transportation Commission discretionary funds.
• Next steps involve inter-department compliance efforts and working with MTC on compliance approaches.

Limitations

• The text includes unresolved placeholders and lacks specific details in some sections.
• The document appears to be a draft based on the repeated mention of 'Status Report' and the context provided.

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