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City of Pleasanton 2023-2031 (6th Cycle) Housing Element Update CEQA Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations FirstCarbon Solutions 129 Https://adecinnovations.sharepoint.com/sites/PublicationsSite/Shared Documents/Publications/Client (PN-JN)/2148/21480022/FOF/21480022 Pleasanton Housing Element FOF.docx Housing Element Update outweigh the Housing Element Update’s unavoidable adverse environmental impacts, those impacts may be considered “acceptable.” Having reduced the adverse significant environmental effects of the Housing Element Update to the extent feasible by adopting the mitigation measures contained in the Program EIR, the MMRP, and this Resolution, having considered the entire administrative record, and having weighed the benefits of the Housing Element Update against its unavoidable adverse impact after mitigation, the City has determined that each of the following social, economic, legal, environmental and other benefits separately and individually outweigh the potential unavoidable adverse impact and render those potential adverse environmental impacts acceptable based upon the following overriding considerations: • The Housing Element Update would establish a long-range planning framework to identify adequate sites for future housing developments to meet the housing needs in the region. • Development consistent with the Housing Element Update would accommodate anticipated population growth within existing developed areas. • The Housing Element Update would prioritize infill development, which would protect natural lands and open space. • The Housing Element Update would prioritize infill development, which would reduce fossil fuel consumption attributable to longer commuting distances and limited transit options. • The Housing Element Update would ensure capacity for development of new housing to meet the RHNA at all income levels. • The Housing Element Update would encourage housing development where supported by existing or planned infrastructure while maintaining existing neighborhood character. • The Housing Element Update would facilitate programs and policies to meet existing projected affordable housing needs, including for special needs populations such as persons with disabilities, seniors–including those seeking to age in place, the unhoused, and larger households. • The Housing Element Update would support sustainable local, regional, and State housing and environmental goals. • The Housing Element Update would provide new housing communities with substantial amenities to provide a high quality of life for residents. • The Housing Element Update would provide equitable access to community facilities and services, employment opportunities and amenities. • The Housing Element Update demonstrates how the City can accommodate its RHNA in compliance with the requirements of California Government Code Section 65584. Custodian of Record; Scope and Content of Record The documents and materials that constitute the record of proceedings on which this Resolution has been based are located at: